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... 19 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery . . . 19 19 Troubleshooting Guide 20 19.1 Backpack Battery 20 20 Specifications 22 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery 22 20.2 STIHL AL 300 22 20.3 STIHL AL 500 22 20.4 Symbols on the Harness 14 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 15 12.1 Connecting the Backpack Battery to a Power Tool with an Integrated...
... 19 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery . . . 19 19 Troubleshooting Guide 20 19.1 Backpack Battery 20 20 Specifications 22 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery 22 20.2 STIHL AL 300 22 20.3 STIHL AL 500 22 20.4 Symbols on the Harness 14 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 15 12.1 Connecting the Backpack Battery to a Power Tool with an Integrated...
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... help you for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 Guide to use can cause serious or fatal injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL! Improper use the backpack battery. Such information is important that requires your backpack battery without this Manual 2.1 Signal Words... The information contained in this instruction manual thoroughly before use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. Read this manual, please go to www.stihlusa.com (for your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual...
... help you for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 2 Guide to use can cause serious or fatal injury. SAVE THIS MANUAL! Improper use the backpack battery. Such information is important that requires your backpack battery without this Manual 2.1 Signal Words... The information contained in this instruction manual thoroughly before use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. Read this manual, please go to www.stihlusa.com (for your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of the instructions in this manual...
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...is included to assist you with the use of the manual: Refers to a designated chapter or sub-chapter in this instruction manual. 3 Main Parts 3.1 Backpack Battery 9 8 56 7 4 3 2 1 English 10 9 10 7 7 0000-GXX-2666-A0 0458-794-8621-C 15 13 # 14 11 12 1 Rain Cover... Designed to protect the battery from rain and moisture during work. 2 Push Button Activates the battery's LEDs. 3 Battery LEDs Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error messages regarding potential malfunctions in death or serious injury. 3 Main ...
...is included to assist you with the use of the manual: Refers to a designated chapter or sub-chapter in this instruction manual. 3 Main Parts 3.1 Backpack Battery 9 8 56 7 4 3 2 1 English 10 9 10 7 7 0000-GXX-2666-A0 0458-794-8621-C 15 13 # 14 11 12 1 Rain Cover... Designed to protect the battery from rain and moisture during work. 2 Push Button Activates the battery's LEDs. 3 Battery LEDs Indicate the battery's state of charge and display error messages regarding potential malfunctions in death or serious injury. 3 Main ...
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...product's serial number. 4 Safety Symbols on the Product 4 Safety Symbols on the Product 4.1 Backpack Battery The following safety symbols are found on the battery for the connecting cord. 6 USB Port (AR 1000 only) Charges USB compatible electronic devices. 7 Hook and Eye Fasteners Secure the connecting cord... to the backpack. 8 Carrying Handle For transporting the backpack battery. 9 Guide Secures the connecting cord to the backpack. 10 Shoulder Straps For carrying the battery while working. 11 Pouch Holds the AP Adapter when not in use. 12 AP Adapter Adapter for the STIHL tool powered ...
...product's serial number. 4 Safety Symbols on the Product 4 Safety Symbols on the Product 4.1 Backpack Battery The following safety symbols are found on the battery for the connecting cord. 6 USB Port (AR 1000 only) Charges USB compatible electronic devices. 7 Hook and Eye Fasteners Secure the connecting cord... to the backpack. 8 Carrying Handle For transporting the backpack battery. 9 Guide Secures the connecting cord to the backpack. 10 Shoulder Straps For carrying the battery while working. 11 Pouch Holds the AP Adapter when not in use. 12 AP Adapter Adapter for the STIHL tool powered ...
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...In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse the contact area thoroughly with skin and eyes. - Evacuate the area. Do not use the backpack battery while under the influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or medication, etc.) that is not in use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire...power tool or charger. - Although water can cause skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other persons in the work . - Do not use the backpack battery. - If you become tired. - If fluid gets into your back. Do not permit minors to electric shock, fire and explosion: - Maintain a...
...In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse the contact area thoroughly with skin and eyes. - Evacuate the area. Do not use the backpack battery while under the influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or medication, etc.) that is not in use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire...power tool or charger. - Although water can cause skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other persons in the work . - Do not use the backpack battery. - If you become tired. - If fluid gets into your back. Do not permit minors to electric shock, fire and explosion: - Maintain a...
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... of damage. It must be combined with an identical STIHL replacement part. - If it becomes damaged, immediately disconnect it from the power tool when not in use a damaged connecting cord. - Protect it from the backpack battery, grasp the battery-side plug, not the connecting cord. - Never use... to be reached or damaged by STIHL for carrying or hanging up the battery or power tool. ■ ■ The two ends of the connecting cord in the battery socket, AP Adapter or power tool (see illustration). 5.4 Using the Backpack Battery WARNING ■ Misuse may result ...
... of damage. It must be combined with an identical STIHL replacement part. - If it becomes damaged, immediately disconnect it from the power tool when not in use a damaged connecting cord. - Protect it from the backpack battery, grasp the battery-side plug, not the connecting cord. - Never use... to be reached or damaged by STIHL for carrying or hanging up the battery or power tool. ■ ■ The two ends of the connecting cord in the battery socket, AP Adapter or power tool (see illustration). 5.4 Using the Backpack Battery WARNING ■ Misuse may result ...
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... attachment of the power tool. - Be extremely cautious when working . Secure the connecting cord 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS through the backpack guides and with the backpack battery in to a power tool. - Make sure you to lose balance or control of the power tool, resulting in serious personal.... - If four LEDs flash red and a rapid succession of short beeps sound for hidden obstacles such as the backpack battery may alter your authorized STIHL servicing dealer and have good balance and secure footing at all safety precautions and instructions related to the power tool connected...
... attachment of the power tool. - Be extremely cautious when working . Secure the connecting cord 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS through the backpack guides and with the backpack battery in to a power tool. - Make sure you to lose balance or control of the power tool, resulting in serious personal.... - If four LEDs flash red and a rapid succession of short beeps sound for hidden obstacles such as the backpack battery may alter your authorized STIHL servicing dealer and have good balance and secure footing at all safety precautions and instructions related to the power tool connected...
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... reduce the risk of short circuit and fire: - English ■ Use of parts that all repair work be used for the backpack battery. Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by STIHL may carry out only the cleaning and maintenance operations described in personal injury or property damage. Users may cause serious or fatal...
... reduce the risk of short circuit and fire: - English ■ Use of parts that all repair work be used for the backpack battery. Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by STIHL may carry out only the cleaning and maintenance operations described in personal injury or property damage. Users may cause serious or fatal...
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... in contact with sharp objects or moving parts or otherwise present a tripping hazard or be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to withstand the expected electrical draw before going out. To reduce the risk of fire from...and not damaged; Never insert a wet 10 0458-794-8621-C English 7 Before Starting Work 0000-GXX-3228-A1 7 Before Starting Work 7.1 Preparing the Backpack Battery for about 1 second, then it will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in . Once the LED goes out, the self-test is ...
... in contact with sharp objects or moving parts or otherwise present a tripping hazard or be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to withstand the expected electrical draw before going out. To reduce the risk of fire from...and not damaged; Never insert a wet 10 0458-794-8621-C English 7 Before Starting Work 0000-GXX-3228-A1 7 Before Starting Work 7.1 Preparing the Backpack Battery for about 1 second, then it will not be stepped on, tripped over, come in . Once the LED goes out, the self-test is ...
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.... To charge the battery: 3 12 4 5 3 English Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. Replace the battery. If one LED glows red continuously: the battery is a malfunction in...°F (5 °C to 20 °C). 0458-794-8621-C 11 Never use or store the battery. A battery is complete. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. The battery heats up or cool down sufficiently. 2 3 ....... 1 A short beep The acoustic signal works as...
.... To charge the battery: 3 12 4 5 3 English Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. Replace the battery. If one LED glows red continuously: the battery is a malfunction in...°F (5 °C to 20 °C). 0458-794-8621-C 11 Never use or store the battery. A battery is complete. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. The battery heats up or cool down sufficiently. 2 3 ....... 1 A short beep The acoustic signal works as...
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...Connecting Cord To attach the connecting cord: 2 9.3 Charge Status The LEDs and acoustic signals on the backpack battery. 12 0458-794-8621-C To determine the battery's state of charge: 100 % 0 % 1 3 ► Unplug the battery from the power tool. ► Remove the cover (1). ► Pass the plug (3) through the ...opening in the back plate. ► Insert the plug in the battery's socket (2) and turn it clockwise until it checked by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use or store the battery. ► Be aware that your ability to hear the acoustic signal may be ...
...Connecting Cord To attach the connecting cord: 2 9.3 Charge Status The LEDs and acoustic signals on the backpack battery. 12 0458-794-8621-C To determine the battery's state of charge: 100 % 0 % 1 3 ► Unplug the battery from the power tool. ► Remove the cover (1). ► Pass the plug (3) through the ...opening in the back plate. ► Insert the plug in the battery's socket (2) and turn it clockwise until it checked by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use or store the battery. ► Be aware that your ability to hear the acoustic signal may be ...
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... the hook and eye fasteners as described in the bag and close the hook and eye fastener (2) to secure it. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool. Never use in good condition, without any...on the connecting cord or losing control of a short circuit, which could lead to electric shock, fire and explosion, keep the battery dry. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 10.2 Attaching and Removing the Rain Cover WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool, always secure the connecting cord through ...
... the hook and eye fasteners as described in the bag and close the hook and eye fastener (2) to secure it. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool. Never use in good condition, without any...on the connecting cord or losing control of a short circuit, which could lead to electric shock, fire and explosion, keep the battery dry. 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 10.2 Attaching and Removing the Rain Cover WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool, always secure the connecting cord through ...
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... the event of the body on the shoulder strap (Ill. Secure the connecting cord to suit the height and reach of the backpack battery with proper working technique or your chest. 0000-GXX-2803-A1 The length of the power tool, resulting in serious personal injury... and property damage. C) or on the side of an emergency. A B 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery ► Always position and secure the connecting cord so that it will not interfere with the hook and eye fasteners. 14 0458-794-8621-C B). Always...
... the event of the body on the shoulder strap (Ill. Secure the connecting cord to suit the height and reach of the backpack battery with proper working technique or your chest. 0000-GXX-2803-A1 The length of the power tool, resulting in serious personal injury... and property damage. C) or on the side of an emergency. A B 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery ► Always position and secure the connecting cord so that it will not interfere with the hook and eye fasteners. 14 0458-794-8621-C B). Always...
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... loosen the harness straps by lifting the sliding adjusters. Do not allow the battery to drop to the ground and do not throw it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the back padding fits firmly and securely against your back. ►... or deformed battery or AP adapter, @ 5.1. The battery and power tool are now connected. To connect the battery to a power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with a Battery Compartment WARNING Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 5.1. 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power...
... loosen the harness straps by lifting the sliding adjusters. Do not allow the battery to drop to the ground and do not throw it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the back padding fits firmly and securely against your back. ►... or deformed battery or AP adapter, @ 5.1. The battery and power tool are now connected. To connect the battery to a power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with a Battery Compartment WARNING Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery, @ 5.1. 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power...
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... cord before charging or storing. 16 0458-794-8621-C Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 0000-GXX-2830-A0 13 After Finishing Work 12.3 Disconnecting the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of severe personal injury and property damage...
... cord before charging or storing. 16 0458-794-8621-C Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before using it the first time, @ 8.2. 0000-GXX-2830-A0 13 After Finishing Work 12.3 Disconnecting the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of severe personal injury and property damage...
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...battery or stack batteries on the battery. 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 15 Transporting English 14.1 Charging a USB Device WARNING High voltage and excessive charging current at the USB port may damage the connected USB device. When transporting an undamaged and properly functioning backpack battery: ► Disconnect the battery.... ► Insert the USB plug in the backpack battery's USB port (3). ► Replace the cover. ► Press the button on the battery. ► Before charging the backpack battery or starting work with a power tool, first remove...
...battery or stack batteries on the battery. 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 14 USB Port (AR 1000 only) 15 Transporting English 14.1 Charging a USB Device WARNING High voltage and excessive charging current at the USB port may damage the connected USB device. When transporting an undamaged and properly functioning backpack battery: ► Disconnect the battery.... ► Insert the USB plug in the backpack battery's USB port (3). ► Replace the cover. ► Press the button on the battery. ► Before charging the backpack battery or starting work with a power tool, first remove...
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... the requirements set forth in order to transport STIHL backpack batteries by road to the power tool's operating site. Normally, no further conditions have to dry thoroughly before transporting such a battery. Use and store the battery only within an ambient temperature range of accidents, always .... Users of a short circuit, which could lead to your STIHL servicing dealer before storing, @ 5.1. Use them in rotation. 17 Cleaning 16 Storing 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of this battery should carry out only the cleaning described in wet or damp ...
... the requirements set forth in order to transport STIHL backpack batteries by road to the power tool's operating site. Normally, no further conditions have to dry thoroughly before transporting such a battery. Use and store the battery only within an ambient temperature range of accidents, always .... Users of a short circuit, which could lead to your STIHL servicing dealer before storing, @ 5.1. Use them in rotation. 17 Cleaning 16 Storing 16.1 Storing the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of this battery should carry out only the cleaning described in wet or damp ...
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...and Maintenance English 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of the battery includes the following activities: ► Having worn, missing or damaged safety labels replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. There are no user-authorized repairs...has not been serviced or maintained properly, coverage may be performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 18 Inspection and Maintenance 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting Cord ► Disconnect the backpack battery, @ 12.3. 1 1 1 ► Clean the contact surfaces (1) with ...
...and Maintenance English 18.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the risk of the battery includes the following activities: ► Having worn, missing or damaged safety labels replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. There are no user-authorized repairs...has not been serviced or maintained properly, coverage may be performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. 18 Inspection and Maintenance 17.2 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting Cord ► Disconnect the backpack battery, @ 12.3. 1 1 1 ► Clean the contact surfaces (1) with ...
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... glow red. 3 LEDs flash red. 1 LED glows red. 3 LEDs glow red. English 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19.1 Backpack Battery Always disconnect the battery before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance. The battery has a malfunction and must be replaced. ► Allow the power tool to cool down gradually at ambient temperatures of...
... glow red. 3 LEDs flash red. 1 LED glows red. 3 LEDs glow red. English 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19 Troubleshooting Guide 19.1 Backpack Battery Always disconnect the battery before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance. The battery has a malfunction and must be replaced. ► Allow the power tool to cool down gradually at ambient temperatures of...
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... pursuant to 40 °C) 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery Symbol V Ah Wh Explanation Volt Ampere hour Watt hour Direct current STIHL products must not be less. 2 The battery is an recyclable lithium-ion battery 22 0458-794-8621-C Charging current: 12 A -...to IEC 61960. AR 2000: 17.2 lbs. (7.8 kg) - Charging current: 6.5 A - Weight: - Rated current: 4.4 A - English 20 Specifications 20 Specifications 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery Approved charger type: STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series. - The RBRC seal indicates that STIHL has prepaid for battery recycling This symbol...
... pursuant to 40 °C) 20.4 Symbols on the Backpack Battery Symbol V Ah Wh Explanation Volt Ampere hour Watt hour Direct current STIHL products must not be less. 2 The battery is an recyclable lithium-ion battery 22 0458-794-8621-C Charging current: 12 A -...to IEC 61960. AR 2000: 17.2 lbs. (7.8 kg) - Charging current: 6.5 A - Weight: - Rated current: 4.4 A - English 20 Specifications 20 Specifications 20.1 STIHL AR Series Battery Approved charger type: STIHL AL 300 or AL 500 series. - The RBRC seal indicates that STIHL has prepaid for battery recycling This symbol...