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...19 18 Inspection and Maintenance 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...
...19 18 Inspection and Maintenance 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...
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...the instructions in this manual, please go to www.stihlusa.com (for your backpack battery without this instruction manual thoroughly before use the backpack battery. Improper use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. Read this instruction manual. For further information, or if ... 24 24.1 Registered Trademarks 24 24.2 Common Law Trademarks 25 25 Addresses 25 25.1 STIHL Incorporated 25 1 Introduction Thank you receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of injury from its use. SAVE THIS MANUAL!...
...the instructions in this manual, please go to www.stihlusa.com (for your backpack battery without this instruction manual thoroughly before use the backpack battery. Improper use of the backpack battery can cause serious injury. Read this instruction manual. For further information, or if ... 24 24.1 Registered Trademarks 24 24.2 Common Law Trademarks 25 25 Addresses 25 25.1 STIHL Incorporated 25 1 Introduction Thank you receive maximum performance and satisfaction from your STIHL backpack battery and, if followed, reduce the risk of injury from its use. SAVE THIS MANUAL!...
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...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 Parts...
...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 Parts...
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... fatal personal injury or property damage. English 4 Cover Covers the connecting cord socket and USB port (AR 1000 only). 5 Socket Socket 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 ...chemical burns, do not disassemble, crush, drop, damage or heat the battery above 212 °F (100 °C). Never immerse the battery in this instruction manual and the manual for the STIHL tool powered by this battery. Read and follow the specified safety precautions. To reduce the risk of...
... fatal personal injury or property damage. English 4 Cover Covers the connecting cord socket and USB port (AR 1000 only). 5 Socket Socket 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 ...chemical burns, do not disassemble, crush, drop, damage or heat the battery above 212 °F (100 °C). Never immerse the battery in this instruction manual and the manual for the STIHL tool powered by this battery. Read and follow the specified safety precautions. To reduce the risk of...
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... Instructions WARNING ■ Use of STIHL AR batteries for any purpose other hightemperature locations. - Use with an AR battery. Use and store the battery only within an ambient temperature range of unauthorized chargers can damage the battery and result in fire, explosion and personal injury and property damage. - Charge STIHL AR batteries only with the following STIHL power tools: - Never open...
... Instructions WARNING ■ Use of STIHL AR batteries for any purpose other hightemperature locations. - Use with an AR battery. Use and store the battery only within an ambient temperature range of unauthorized chargers can damage the battery and result in fire, explosion and personal injury and property damage. - Charge STIHL AR batteries only with the following STIHL power tools: - Never open...
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... or judgment. - Maintain a safe distance and prepare to contact the authorities in water or other serious personal injury. - Never immerse the battery in the event of fire or explosion. ■ To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to be in the ... chemical fire extinguisher is designed to corrosion of its metal components. - Never store the battery connected to conductive liquids such as sand on spilled battery fluid. 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Protect the battery from exposure to the power tool or charger. - Rinse water over the open or ...
... or judgment. - Maintain a safe distance and prepare to contact the authorities in water or other serious personal injury. - Never immerse the battery in the event of fire or explosion. ■ To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to be in the ... chemical fire extinguisher is designed to corrosion of its metal components. - Never store the battery connected to conductive liquids such as sand on spilled battery fluid. 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - Protect the battery from exposure to the power tool or charger. - Rinse water over the open or ...
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... use a damaged connecting cord. - Straighten a twisted connecting cord before use . - Never attempt to the battery and connecting cord: - Use the battery only with an identical STIHL replacement part. - If the connecting cord becomes damaged, have it cannot be inserted into an AP Adapter or...secured so that it replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use . Position the connecting cord so that it from the backpack battery, grasp the battery-side plug, not the connecting cord. - Never modify the backpack battery in good condition. - Use only accessories ...
... use a damaged connecting cord. - Straighten a twisted connecting cord before use . - Never attempt to the battery and connecting cord: - Use the battery only with an identical STIHL replacement part. - If the connecting cord becomes damaged, have it cannot be inserted into an AP Adapter or...secured so that it replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use . Position the connecting cord so that it from the backpack battery, grasp the battery-side plug, not the connecting cord. - Never modify the backpack battery in good condition. - Use only accessories ...
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...any time the tool is not functioning properly. Secure the connecting cord 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS through the backpack guides and with the backpack battery in trees, on roofs or on other objects, which could cause you have them replaced. 8 0458-794-8621-C Make sure the shoulder...cautious when working on the connecting cord or losing control of the backpack are worn, weakened, cracked or damaged, contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer and have good balance and secure footing at all safety precautions and instructions related to the power tool connected to use,...
...any time the tool is not functioning properly. Secure the connecting cord 5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS through the backpack guides and with the backpack battery in trees, on roofs or on other objects, which could cause you have them replaced. 8 0458-794-8621-C Make sure the shoulder...cautious when working on the connecting cord or losing control of the backpack are worn, weakened, cracked or damaged, contact your authorized STIHL servicing dealer and have good balance and secure footing at all safety precautions and instructions related to the power tool connected to use,...
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... the charger from the power tool or charger. - Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. ■ Unintentional starting , disconnect the battery from the power tool: - Clean as necessary with metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys... electric shock or other unauthorized users. - STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL replacement parts be performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ■ To reduce the risk of foreign matter. Before storing: - Never store the battery in a metal container or in a container...
... the charger from the power tool or charger. - Have a damaged power supply cord replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. ■ Unintentional starting , disconnect the battery from the power tool: - Clean as necessary with metal objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys... electric shock or other unauthorized users. - STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL replacement parts be performed by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer. ■ To reduce the risk of foreign matter. Before storing: - Never store the battery in a metal container or in a container...
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... its components are present. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery or use a charger that it will not be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to charge the battery. ► Position the power supply cord (2) so that has been damaged, @ 5.1. A single...
... its components are present. Never charge a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or deformed battery or use a charger that it will not be subjected to damage or stress. 8.2 Charging WARNING STIHL batteries contain safety features and devices which could lead to charge the battery. ► Position the power supply cord (2) so that has been damaged, @ 5.1. A single...
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...Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of charge. The LEDs on a number of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to 20 °C). 0458-794-8621-C 11 The charging process begins only after a few seconds. Recharge the battery. 3 Rapid succession of... for it should. 2 Four long beeps The battery's charge is low. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. The battery heats up or cool down gradually at an ambient temperature of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. If one LED ...
...Charging time depends on the AR battery glow green and show the state of charge. The LEDs on a number of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to 20 °C). 0458-794-8621-C 11 The charging process begins only after a few seconds. Recharge the battery. 3 Rapid succession of... for it should. 2 Four long beeps The battery's charge is low. STIHL recommends that you fully charge the backpack battery before charging starts. The battery heats up or cool down gradually at an ambient temperature of factors, including battery condition and the ambient temperature. If one LED ...
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... (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 reduced ...when wearing hearing protection. 9.2 Power Tool Status When the battery is emitted: the battery has a malfunction and must be emitted...
... (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 reduced ...when wearing hearing protection. 9.2 Power Tool Status When the battery is emitted: the battery has a malfunction and must be emitted...
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... transport metallic, pointed or sharp objects in the adapter and cause a short circuit. Store the rain cover in a dry location. ► Unplug the battery from the power tool. ► Attach the bag at one of the specified locations on the waist belt. ► Place the AP Adapter (1) in... control of injury from coming into contact 0458-794-8621-C 13 Always manage the cord appropriately to prevent it . 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool, always secure the connecting cord through the backpack...
... transport metallic, pointed or sharp objects in the adapter and cause a short circuit. Store the rain cover in a dry location. ► Unplug the battery from the power tool. ► Attach the bag at one of the specified locations on the waist belt. ► Place the AP Adapter (1) in... control of injury from coming into contact 0458-794-8621-C 13 Always manage the cord appropriately to prevent it . 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery 11.1 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord WARNING To reduce the risk of the power tool, always secure the connecting cord through the backpack...
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... cord to the ground. D) of the power tool, resulting in serious personal injury and property damage. A B 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery ► Always position and secure the connecting cord so that it fits comfortably but securely on your hips. ► Fasten the chest strap (1) and adjust...on objects, which the power tool is held and controlled. A), or along the back plate (Ill. C D 1 ► Put the backpack battery on your back. ► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it will not interfere with proper working technique or your ability to ...
... cord to the ground. D) of the power tool, resulting in serious personal injury and property damage. A B 1 1 1 1 1 1 11 Adjusting the Backpack Battery ► Always position and secure the connecting cord so that it fits comfortably but securely on your hips. ► Fasten the chest strap (1) and adjust...on objects, which the power tool is held and controlled. A), or along the back plate (Ill. C D 1 ► Put the backpack battery on your back. ► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it will not interfere with proper working technique or your ability to ...
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... cord plug (1) with the arrow on the waist belt and chest strap and loosen the harness straps by lifting the sliding adjusters. The battery and power tool are now connected. To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an emergency, practice quickly opening the fastener..., @ 5.1. 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 3 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with steady, even pressure until it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the back padding fits firmly...
... cord plug (1) with the arrow on the waist belt and chest strap and loosen the harness straps by lifting the sliding adjusters. The battery and power tool are now connected. To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an emergency, practice quickly opening the fastener..., @ 5.1. 12 Connecting the Backpack Battery to the Power Tool 3 English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with the connecting cord inserted into the socket with steady, even pressure until it is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that the back padding fits firmly...
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... range can reduce the performance and/or service life of the AP adapter socket with steady, even pressure. Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before storing the power tool. English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with...
... range can reduce the performance and/or service life of the AP adapter socket with steady, even pressure. Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL recommends that you fully charge the battery before storing the power tool. English WARNING To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the power tool with...
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...) 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. Only charge USB devices with the battery: 32 15.1 Transporting the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the ...GXX-2541-A0 0000-GXX-2921-A0 0458-794-8621-C 17 Never place objects on the battery or stack batteries on the battery. When transporting an undamaged and properly functioning backpack battery: ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and insert the AP Adapter in the pouch. 1 4 ►...
...) 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. Only charge USB devices with the battery: 32 15.1 Transporting the Backpack Battery WARNING To reduce the ...GXX-2541-A0 0000-GXX-2921-A0 0458-794-8621-C 17 Never place objects on the battery or stack batteries on the battery. When transporting an undamaged and properly functioning backpack battery: ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and insert the AP Adapter in the pouch. 1 4 ►...
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...10 °C to conductive liquids such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. ► Protect the battery from exposure to 50 °C), @ 5.1. They may apply to shipping or travel. STIHL backpack batteries comply with a dry cloth or soft, dry brush. ► Do not use solvents or aggressive... range of personal injury from the power tool or the charger. ► Make sure the battery is prohibited or subject to restrictions or exemptions prior to your STIHL servicing dealer before carrying out any special regulations that may damage the polymer housing and other unauthorized...
...10 °C to conductive liquids such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts. ► Protect the battery from exposure to 50 °C), @ 5.1. They may apply to shipping or travel. STIHL backpack batteries comply with a dry cloth or soft, dry brush. ► Do not use solvents or aggressive... range of personal injury from the power tool or the charger. ► Make sure the battery is prohibited or subject to restrictions or exemptions prior to your STIHL servicing dealer before carrying out any special regulations that may damage the polymer housing and other unauthorized...
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... out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance, @ 6. Proper maintenance of the battery includes the following activities: ► Having worn, missing or damaged safety labels replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. 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 ...
... out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance, @ 6. Proper maintenance of the battery includes the following activities: ► Having worn, missing or damaged safety labels replaced by authorized STIHL servicing dealers. 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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...; Switch on the power tool. ► If the LEDs still flash, do not attempt to cool down. Battery too hot / too ► Allow the power tool and battery to cool down gradually at cold. ambient temperatures of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to Power tool too hot. 20 ...176;C). 20 0458-794-8621-C Malfunction in power ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and reconnect it. ► Switch on . Condition Power tool does not start when switched on the power tool. ► If the...
...; Switch on the power tool. ► If the LEDs still flash, do not attempt to cool down. Battery too hot / too ► Allow the power tool and battery to cool down gradually at cold. ambient temperatures of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to Power tool too hot. 20 ...176;C). 20 0458-794-8621-C Malfunction in power ► Disconnect the battery from the power tool and reconnect it. ► Switch on . Condition Power tool does not start when switched on the power tool. ► If the...