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STIHL ASA 65

Instruction Manual

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Translation of Original Instruction

Manual

Printed on chlorine-free paper

Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.

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Contents

1 Introduction

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2 Guide to Using this Manual

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2.1 Applicable Documentation

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2.2 Symbols used with warnings in the text

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2.3 Symbols in Text

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3 Overview

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3.1 Pruning Shears

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3.2 Carrying System and Battery

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3.3 Symbols

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4 Safety Precautions

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4.1 Warning Signs

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4.2 Intended Use

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4.3 The Operator

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4.4 Clothing and Equipment

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4.5 Work Area and Surroundings

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4.6 Safe Condition

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4.7 Operation

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4.8 Transporting

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4.9 Storing

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4.10 Cleaning, Maintenance and Repairs

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5 Preparing Pruning Shears for Operation

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5.1 Preparing Pruning Shears for Operation

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6 Charging the Battery, LEDs

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6.1 Charging the Battery

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6.2 Displaying State of Charge

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6.3 LEDs on Battery

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7 Assembling the Pruning Shears

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7.1 Fitting the Holster and Bag

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7.2 Inserting and Removing Connecting Cable Plug

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8 Adjusting the Pruning Shears

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8.1 Adjusting Cutting Blade Opening

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8.2 Activating and Deactivating the Standby Mode

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8.3 Adjusting Closing Action of Cutting Blade

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9 Adjusting Pruning Shears for User

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9.1 Fitting and Removing Harness

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9.2 Positioning the Connecting Cable

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9.3 Fitting the Controller's Connecting Cable

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10 Removing and Fitting the Battery

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10.1 Fitting the Battery

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10.2 Removing the Battery

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11 Switching On the Pruning Shears

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11.1 Switching On the Pruning Shears

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11.2 Switching Off the Pruning Shears

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12 Testing the Pruning Shears and Battery

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12.1 Testing the Pruning Shears

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12.2 Testing the Battery

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13 Operating the Pruning Shears

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13.1 Holding and Controlling the Pruning Shears

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13.2 Displaying Information

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13.3 Putting the Pruning Shears in Standby Mode

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13.4 Cutting

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14 After Finishing Work

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14.1 After Finishing Work

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15 Transporting

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15.1 Transporting the Pruning Shears and Carrying

System

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15.2 Transporting the Battery

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16 Storing

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16.1 Storing the Pruning Shears

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16.2 Storing the Battery

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17 Cleaning

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17.1 Cleaning the Pruning Shears

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17.2 Cleaning the Cutting Blade and Anvil Blade

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17.3 Washing the Carrying System

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17.4 Cleaning the Battery

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18 Maintenance

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1 Introduction

Dear Customer,

Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and

manufacture our quality products to meet our customers’

requirements. The products are designed for reliability even

under extreme conditions.

STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our

specialist dealers guarantee competent advice and

instruction as well as comprehensive service support.

We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will

enjoy working with your STIHL product.

Dr. Nikolas Stihl

IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE AND KEEP IN A SAFE

PLACE.

2.1 Applicable Documentation

Local safety regulations apply.

► Read, understand and save the following documents in

addition to this instruction manual:

– Safety notes and precautions for STIHL AP battery

– Instruction manual for STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers

– Safety information for STIHL batteries and products

with built-in batteries: www.stihl.com/safety-data-

sheets

18.1 Maintenance Intervals

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18.2 Lubricating Cutting and Anvil Blades with Grease

Gun

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18.3 Sharpening the Cutting Blade

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18.4 Adjusting Play between Cutting and Anvil Blades

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18.5 Adjusting Tip Contact Point of Cutting and Anvil

Blades

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19 Repairing

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19.1 Opening and Closing the Cutting Blade Manually

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19.2 Replacing the Cutting Blade

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19.3 Replacing the Anvil Blade

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20 Troubleshooting

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20.1 Troubleshooting Pruning Shears and Battery

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21 Specifications

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21.1 STIHL ASA 65 Pruning Shears

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21.2 STIHL AP battery

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21.3 Noise and Vibration Data

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21.4 REACH

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22 Spare Parts and Accessories

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22.1 Spare Parts and Accessories

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23 Disposal

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23.1 Disposing of Pruning Shears and Battery

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24 EC Declaration of Conformity

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24.1 STIHL ASA 65 Pruning Shears

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24.2 CE Declaration of Incorporation

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1 Introduction

2 Guide to Using this Manual

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3 Overview

2.2 Symbols used with warnings in the text

WARNING

This symbol indicates dangers that can cause serious

injuries or death.

► The measures indicated can avoid serious injuries or

death.

NOTICE

This symbol indicates dangers that can cause damage to

property.

► The measures indicated can avoid damage to property.

2.3 Symbols in Text

3.1 Pruning Shears

1 Cutting blade

Cuts the branch.

2 Anvil blade

Serves as support for the branch.

3 Trigger

Opens and closes the cutting blade.

4 Control handle

For operating, holding and controlling the pruning

shears.

5 Socket

Receptacle for connecting cable plug.

# Serial number (9930xxxxx) and ID number (YYEHxxxxx)

3.2 Carrying System and Battery

1 Connecting Plug to Control Unit

Connects cable to control unit.

This symbol refers to a chapter in this instruction

manual.

3Overview

0000-GXX-4264-A0

YYNHXXXXX 9930XXXXX

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2 Connecting Cable

Connects battery to control unit.

3 Control Unit

Controls functions of pruning shears.

4 Controller

Serves to adjust the pruning shears.

5 Display

Shows information and malfunctions.

6 Control Lever

For navigating through controller’s menu.

7 On/Off Switch

Switches the pruning shears on and off.

8Bag

Accommodates accessories.

9 Battery Bag

Accommodates the battery.

10 Holster

Accommodates pruning shears during transport and

storage.

11 Connecting Cable

Connects pruning shears to control unit.

12 Connecting Cable Plug

Connects pruning shears to connecting cable.

13 LEDs

Indicate battery’s state of charge and malfunctions.

14 Button

Activates the LEDs on the battery.

15 Battery

Supplies power to the pruning shears.

# Rating label with serial number

3.3 Symbols

Meanings of symbols that may be on the pruning shears,

carrying system and battery:

4.1 Warning Signs

Meanings of warning signs on the pruning shears and

battery:

1 LED glows red. Battery too hot or too cold.

4 LEDs flash red. There is a malfunction in the

battery.

Guaranteed sound power level according to

directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) in order to make

sound emissions of products comparable.

The data next to this symbol indicates the energy

content of the battery according to the cell

manufacturer’s specification. The energy content

available during operation is lower.

Do not dispose of the product with your household

waste.

4 Safety Precautions

Observe safety notices and take the necessary

precautions.

Read, understand and save the instruction

manual.

Do not touch the moving cutting blade.

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4.2 Intended Use

STIHL ASA 65 pruning shears are designed for cutting

grapevines and similar woody shrubs with a maximum stem

diameter of 10 mm in fruit-growing and landscape care.

The pruning shears must not be used in the rain.

A STIHL AP battery supplies the pruning shears with power.

WARNING

￭ Batteries not explicitly approved for the pruning shears by

STIHL may cause a fire or explosion. This can result in

serious or fatal injuries and damage to property.

► Use the pruning shears with a STIHL AP battery.

￭ Using the pruning shears or the battery for purposes for

which they were not designed may result in serious or fatal

injuries and damage to property.

► Use the pruning shears as described in this instruction

manual.

► Use the battery as described in this instruction manual.

4.3 The Operator

WARNING

￭ Users without adequate training or instruction cannot

recognize or assess the risks involved in using the pruning

shears and battery. The user or other persons may sustain

serious or fatal injuries.

► If the pruning shears or battery are passed on to another

person: Always give them the instruction manual.

► Make sure the user meets the following requirements:

– The user must be rested.

– The user must be in good physical condition and

mental health to operate and work with the pruning

shears and battery. If the user’s physical, sensory or

mental ability is restricted, he or she may work only

under the supervision of or as instructed by a

responsible person.

– The user must be legally recognized as an adult.

– The user has received instruction from a STIHL

servicing dealer or other experienced user before

working with the pruning shears for the first time.

– The user must not be under the influence of alcohol,

medication or drugs.

► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing

dealer.

Always remove the battery during work breaks,

transport, storage, maintenance or repairs.

Protect battery from heat and fire.

Do not immerse battery in fluids.

Observe battery’s specified temperature range.

► Read, understand and save the instruction

manual.

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4.4 Clothing and Equipment

WARNING

￭ Long hair can become entangled in the pruning shears

during operation. This can result in serious injuries.

► Tie up and confine long hair so that it cannot be

entangled in the pruning shears.

￭ Objects can be thrown through the air at high speed

during operation. This can result in personal injury.

► Wear safety glasses. Suitable glasses that have been

tested and labeled in accordance with EN 166 or

national standards are available from retailers.

► Wear a long-sleeved, snug-fitting upper garment and

long trousers.

￭ Inappropriate clothing can snag on wood, brush or the

pruning shears. Not wearing personal protective

equipment may result in serious injury.

► Wear snug-fitting clothing.

► Do not wear a scarf or jewelry.

￭ The user can come into contact with the cutting blade

during cleaning and maintenance work. This can result in

personal injury.

► Wear work gloves made of durable material.

￭ Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause you to slip or

stumble. This can result in personal injury.

► Wear sturdy footwear with non-slip soles.

4.5 Work Area and Surroundings

4.5.1 Work Area and Surroundings

WARNING

￭ Bystanders, children and animals are not aware of the

dangers of the pruning shears or thrown objects. Innocent

bystanders, children and animals may be seriously

injured.

► Keep bystanders, children and animals away from the

work area.

￭ The pruning shears’ electric motor may produce sparks.

Sparks may cause a fire or an explosion in an easily

combustible or explosive environment. This can result in

serious or fatal injuries and damage to property.

► Do not work in an easily combustible or explosive

environment.

4.5.2 Battery

WARNING

￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers

of the battery and can be seriously injured.

► Keep children away from the work area.

￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient

conditions. If the battery is exposed to certain ambient

conditions, it may catch fire or explode. This can result in

serious injuries and damage to property.

► Protect battery from heat and fire.

► Do not throw the battery into a fire.

► Use and store the battery at temperatures

between -10°C and +50°C.

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► Keep battery away from metallic objects.

► Do not expose battery to high pressure.

► Do not expose battery to microwaves.

► Protect battery from chemicals and salts.

4.6 Safe Condition

4.6.1 Pruning shears

The pruning shears are in a safe condition if the following

points are observed:

– The pruning shears are not damaged.

– The pruning shears are clean.

– The controls function properly and have not been

modified.

– The cutting blade and anvil blade are correctly fitted.

– Only original STIHL accessories designed for these

pruning shears are fitted.

– Accessories are properly mounted.

WARNING

￭ If components do not comply with safety requirements,

they will no longer function properly and safety devices

may be rendered inoperative. This can result in serious or

fatal injuries.

► Work only with undamaged pruning shears.

► If the pruning shears are dirty: Clean the pruning

shears.

► Do not modify the pruning shears.

► If the controls do not function properly: Do not use your

pruning shears.

► Make sure the cutting and anvil blades are properly

mounted.

► Only fit original STIHL accessories designed for these

pruning shears.

► Mount accessories as described in this instruction

manual or the instructions supplied with the accessory.

► Never insert objects in the pruning shears’ openings.

4.6.2 Cutting and anvil blades

The cutting blade and anvil blade are in a safe condition if

the following points are observed:

– The cutting blade and anvil blade are not damaged.

– The cutting blade and anvil blade are not warped.

– The cutting blade and anvil blade move freely.

– The play between cutting and anvil blades is correct.

– The contact point between cutting and anvil blades is

correctly adjusted.

– The cutting blade is properly sharpened.

– The cutting blade is free from burrs.

WARNING

￭ Parts of the cutting blade or anvil blade may come off and

be thrown at high speed if they are in an unsafe condition.

This can result in serious injuries.

► Always work with an undamaged cutting blade and anvil

blade.

► Adjust play between cutting and anvil blades correctly.

► Adjust contact point between cutting and anvil blades

correctly.

► Make sure the cutting blade is properly sharpened and

deburred.

► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing

dealer.

► Do not immerse battery in fluids.

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4.6.3 Battery

The battery is in a safe condition if the following points are

observed:

– Battery is undamaged.

– Battery is clean and dry.

– Battery functions properly and has not been modified.

WARNING

￭ A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot operate

safely. This can result in serious injuries.

► Never work with a damaged battery.

► Never attempt to charge a damaged or defective

battery.

► If the battery is dirty or wet: Clean the battery and allow

it to dry.

► Never attempt to modify the battery.

► Never insert objects in the battery’s openings.

► Never bridge the battery's contacts with metallic objects

(short circuit).

► Do not open the battery.

￭ Fluid may escape from a damaged battery. The fluid can

cause irritation if it contacts the skin or eyes.

► Avoid contact with the fluid.

► In case of contact with the skin: Wash affected areas

with plenty of water and soap.

► In case of contact with the eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty

of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical

advice.

￭ A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit

smoke or burn. This can result in serious or fatal injuries

and damage to property.

► If the battery smells unusual or emits smoke: Do not use

the battery and keep it away from combustible

substances.

► If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extinguish the

battery with a fire extinguisher or water.

4.7 Operation

WARNING

￭ The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain

situations. The user may trip, fall and be seriously injured.

► Work calmly and carefully.

► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your pruning

shears.

► Operate the pruning shears alone.

► Do not work above shoulder height.

► Watch out for obstacles.

► Stand on the ground while working and keep a good

balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift

bucket or a safe platform.

￭ The cutting blade can be damaged if it makes contact with

a hard object.

► Before starting work, check the work area for hard

objects and remove them.

► Do not cut wire.

￭ The moving cutting blade can seriously injure the user.

► Keep your free hand at least 40 cm away

from the cutting blade.

► Never touch the cutting blade.

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￭ If the behavior of the pruning shears changes during

operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe

condition. This can result in serious injuries and damage

to property.

► Stop work, remove the battery and contact your STIHL

servicing dealer for assistance.

￭ Vibrations may occur while using the pruning shears.

► Wear gloves.

► Take regular breaks.

► If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical

advice.

DANGER

￭ Working near live electric cables can result in accidental

contact with the cutting blade. This can result in serious or

fatal injuries.

► Do not work near live electric cables.

4.8 Transporting

4.8.1 Transporting the pruning shears

WARNING

￭ The cutting blade can close unintentionally if the pruning

shears remain switched on during transport. This can

result in serious injuries and damage to property.

► Move the on/off switch to ‘OFF’.

► Put the pruning shears in the holster.

￭ The pruning shears may turn over or shift during transport.

This may result in personal injuries and damage to

property.

► Remove the battery.

► Put the pruning shears in the holster.

► Secure the pruning shears and carrying system to

prevent turnover and movement.

4.8.2 Battery

WARNING

￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient

conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to

certain ambient conditions and damage to property may

occur.

► Never transport a damaged battery.

► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.

￭ The battery may turn over or shift during transport. This

may result in personal injuries and damage to property.

► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way that it

cannot move.

► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.

4.9 Storing

4.9.1 Storing the pruning shears

WARNING

￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers

of pruning shears and can be seriously injured.

► Move the on/off switch to ‘OFF’.

► Pull connecting cable plug out of the socket and remove

the battery.

► Put the pruning shears in the holster.

► Store the pruning shears out of the reach of children.

￭ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the

pruning shears and metal components. This can damage

the pruning shears.

► Remove the battery.

► Store the pruning shears in a clean and dry condition.

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4.9.2 Battery

WARNING

￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers

of the battery and can be seriously injured.

► Store the battery out of the reach of children.

￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient

conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to

certain ambient conditions.

► Store the battery in a clean and dry condition.

► Store the battery in an enclosed location.

► Store the battery separately from the cordless product.

► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.

► Store the battery at temperatures between -10°C and

+50°C.

4.10 Cleaning, Maintenance and Repairs

WARNING

￭ The cutting blade may close unintentionally if the pruning

shears remain switched on during cleaning, maintenance

or repairs. This can result in serious injuries and damage

to property.

► Close the cutting blade.

► Move the on/off switch to ‘OFF’.

► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.

► Remove the battery.

￭ Aggressive cleaning agents, pressure washers or pointed

objects can damage the pruning shears, cutting blade and

anvil blade. If the pruning shears, cutting and anvil blades

are not cleaned correctly, components may no longer

function properly or safety devices may be rendered

inoperative. This can result in serious injuries.

► Clean the pruning shears, cutting and anvil blades as

described in this instruction manual.

￭ If the pruning shears, cutting and anvil blades are not are

not serviced or repaired correctly, components may no

longer function properly or safety devices may be

rendered inoperative. This can result in serious or fatal

injuries.

► Service or repair the pruning shears, cutting and anvil

blades as described in this instruction manual.

￭ The user can be cut by the sharp cutting blades while

cleaning, maintaining or repairing the cutting blade or

anvil blade. This can result in personal injury.

► Wear work gloves made of durable material.

5.1 Preparing Pruning Shears for Operation

Perform the following steps before starting work:

► Make sure the following components are in a safe

condition:

– Pruning shears, @ 4.6.1.

– Cutting and anvil blades, @ 4.6.2.

– Battery, @ 4.6.3.

► Check the battery, @ 12.2.

► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction

manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.

► Clean the pruning shears, @ 17.1.

► Clean the holster and bag, @ 7.1.

► Lubricate cutting and anvil blades with grease gun,

@ 18.2.

► If you cannot carry out this work: Do not use the pruning

shears and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

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The following steps have to be performed after working 30

minutes with new pruning shears, a new cutting blade or

new anvil blade:

► Adjust play between cutting and anvil blades.

► Sharpen the cutting blade.

6.1 Charging the Battery

The charging time depends on several factors, e.g.

temperature of the battery or the ambient temperature. The

actual charging time may differ from the specified charging

time. For specified charging times see www.stihl.com/

charging-times.

► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction

manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.

6.2 Displaying State of Charge

Showing state of charge on battery:

► Press the button (1).

The LEDs (5) glow green for about 5 seconds and indicate

the state of charge.

► If the LED on the right flashes green: Charge the battery.

Showing state of charge on control unit’s display:

► Switch on the pruning shears.

The display shows the battery’s state of charge after a few

seconds. Each bar represents 10% of the battery's capacity

6.3 LEDs on Battery

The LEDs can show the state of charge or malfunctions. The

LEDs can glow or flash green or red.

The state of charge is indicated when the LEDs glow or flash

green.

► If the LEDs glow or flash red: Troubleshooting, @ 20.

There is a malfunction in the battery.

7.1 Fitting the Holster and Bag

The holster and bag can be fitted to either the left or right-

hand side of the waist belt. The holster must be fitted at the

side on which the user holds the pruning shears.

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20-40%

40-60%

60-80%

80-100%

0-20%

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BATT:

I I I I I I

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1

3

2

5

4

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► Thread tongue (1) of holster (4) through the loop (3) on

the inside of the waist belt.

► Close the press studs (2).

► Secure the bag (5) to the other side of the waist belt.

7.2 Inserting and Removing Connecting Cable Plug

7.2.1 Inserting the Connecting Cable Plug

► Insert the connecting cable plug (2) in the socket (1).

► Fit the union nut (3) on the socket’s thread (1) and tighten

it down firmly by hand.

7.2.2 Removing the Connecting Cable Plug

► Unscrew the union nut.

► Grip the connecting cable plug with your hand.

► Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.

8.1 Adjusting Cutting Blade Opening

The blade opening can be adjusted to suit the application.

The following blade openings can be selected:

– 50% (ON)

– 60% (ON)

– 70% (ON)

– No limit (OFF)

► Switch on the pruning shears.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the display (1) shows the current blade

opening.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the required blade opening is shown.

8.2 Activating and Deactivating the Standby Mode

If the standby mode is activated, the cutting blade may be

permanently closed even though the pruning shears are

switched on. The standby mode can be deactivated.

► Switch on the pruning shears.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the display (1) shows ‘CLICK-CLICK ON’

or ‘CLICK-CLICK OFF’.

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1/2

50%

ON

1/2

60%

ON

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70%

ON

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The standby mode is activated If the display (1) shows

‘CLICK-CLICK ON’.

The standby mode is deactivated if the display (1) shows

‘CLICK-CLICK OFF’.

► Depress the control lever (2) as often as necessary until

the standby mode is activated or deactivated.

8.3 Adjusting Closing Action of Cutting Blade

When the pruning shears are switched on, the cutting blade

closes proportionally to the movement of the trigger.

The closing action of the cutting blade can be adjusted so

that it always closes completely when the trigger is

depressed.

► Switch on the pruning shears.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the display (1) shows ‘REG ON’ or ‘REG

OFF’.

If the display (1) shows ‘REG ON’, the cutting blade closes

proportionally to the movement of the trigger.

If the display (1) shows ‘REG OFF’, the cutting blade always

closes completely when the trigger is depressed.

► Depress the control lever (2) as often as necessary until

the required function is selected.

When the pruning shears are switched off and then on

again, the cutting blade then closes proportionally to the

movement of the trigger.

9.1 Fitting and Removing Harness

9.1.1 Fitting the Carrying System

► Put the carrying system on your back.

► Close buckle (2) on the waist belt.

► Close buckle (1) on the chest strap.

► Tighten the straps until the waist belt fits snugly on your

hips and the back padding is against your back.

► Thread the end of the waist belt through the loop (3).

► Adjust and tighten the chest strap (4).

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REG OFF

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► If it is necessary to extend the waist belt: Thread the

remaining end of the belt (6) through the slider (5).

9.1.2 Removing the Carrying System

► Loosen the straps.

► Open the buckles on the chest strap and waist belt.

► Take the carrying system off your back.

9.2 Positioning the Connecting Cable

The connecting cable can be fitted to the left or right side of

the harness. The connecting cable must be fitted at the side

on which the user holds the pruning shears.

► Thread the connecting cable (1) through one of the

openings (3) in the carrying system.

► Thread the connecting cable (1) through the right-hand

loops (2) or the left-hand loops (4).

► Arrange the connecting cable (1) so that it is as short as

possible without restricting your movement.

9.3 Fitting the Controller's Connecting Cable

► Take the controller (1) and cable (3) out of the carrying

system through the left or right opening (4).

► Attach the controller (1) to the waist belt (2).

10.1 Fitting the Battery

► Open the zipper on the carrying system.

► Push the battery (2) into the battery bag (1) as far as stop.

► Close the buckle (3) and tighten the strap.

The battery (2) cannot move.

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► Close the zipper on the carrying system.

10.2 Removing the Battery

► Stand the carrying system on a level surface.

► Open the zipper on the carrying system.

► Open the buckle (1).

► Remove the battery (2).

11.1 Switching On the Pruning Shears

► Hold the pruning shears firmly with one hand on the

control handle - wrap your thumb around the handle.

► Move the on/off switch (3) to ‘ON’.

You will hear 1 long beep and 3 short beeps. The pruning

shears are ready for operation.

► Depress the trigger (2).

The cutting blade (1) opens fully.

The display shows the number of cuts that can be performed

before the next recommended service is due.

The display shows the battery’s state of charge after a few

seconds. Each bar represents 10% of the battery's capacity.

The pruning shears switch off automatically if they are not

operated for more than 10 minutes. A series of 5 short beeps

sound for 20 seconds.

► Move the on/off switch (3) to ‘OFF’ and then to ‘ON’.

The pruning shears are again ready for operation.

11.2 Switching Off the Pruning Shears

► Pull the trigger (2) and hold it there.

The cutting blade (1) closes.

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NOTICE

The pruning shears can be damaged if the on/off switch is

moved to ‘OFF’ before the cutting blade is closed.

► Wait until the cutting blade is closed.

► Move the on/off switch (3) to ‘OFF’.

► Put the pruning shears in the holster.

12.1 Testing the Pruning Shears

The following tests are performed consecutively:

– Electrical connection between battery and control unit

– Electrical connection between control unit and motor

– Electrical connection between control unit and trigger

– Control unit

► Switch on the pruning shears.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the display (1) shows ‘XXXXXX Vx.xx’.

► Depress the control lever (2) and hold it depressed until

the display (1) shows ‘TESTING’.

A rapid sequence of several beeps sound and the pruning

shears are tested.

Press the control lever (2) in any direction to end the test.

Electrical connection between battery and control unit

If the display indicates ‘BATT OK’, the electrical connection

between the battery and control unit is in order.

► If the display indicates ‘BATT KO’: Troubleshooting,

@ 20.

Electrical connection between control unit and motor

If the display indicates ‘POWERLINE OK’, the electrical

connection between the control unit and motor is in order.

► If the display indicates ‘POWERLINE KO’:

Troubleshooting, @ 20.

Electrical connection between control unit and trigger

If the display indicates ‘TRIGGER LINE OK’, the electrical

connection between the control unit and trigger is in order.

► If the display indicates ‘TRIGGER LINE KO’:

Troubleshooting, @ 20.

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Battery

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TESTING

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BATT OK

BATT KO

0000-GXX-4090-A0

POWERLINE

OK

KO

0000-GXX-4091-A0

TRIGGER LINE

OK

KO

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Control unit

If the display indicates ‘MAIN DRIVE OK’, the control unit is

in order.

► If the display indicates ‘MAIN DRIVE KO’:

Troubleshooting, @ 20.

12.2 Testing the Battery

► Press button on battery.

The LEDs glow or flash.

► If the LEDs do not glow or flash: Do not use the battery

and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.

There is a malfunction in the battery.

13.1 Holding and Controlling the Pruning Shears

► Hold the pruning shears firmly with one hand on the

control handle - wrap your thumb around the handle.

► Keep your free hand well away from the cutting blade.

13.2 Displaying Information

The following information can be displayed:

– The number of cuts that can be performed before the next

recommended service is due.

– Battery's state of charge

– Number of cuts and operating time in hours and minutes

– Number of cuts with low, medium and high force.

– Cutting blade blockages.

The information shown refers to the last time the counter

was reset.

► Switch on the pruning shears.

► Press the control lever (2) downwards as often as

necessary until the display (1) shows the required

information.

The data (A, C, D and E) can be reset.

► To reset the data displayed: Depress the control lever (2)

for 2 seconds.

The data displayed is reset.

The number of cuts that can be performed before the next

recommended service is due (A)

The display (1) shows the number of cuts that can be

performed before the next recommended service is due.

The display shows the battery’s state of charge after a few

seconds (B).

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OK

KO

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0000-GXX-4267-A0

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1

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B

C

D

E

42%S

37%M

21%L

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► If the number of cuts is 0: Press the control lever (2).

The display (1) shows the battery’s state of charge (B).

Battery's state of charge (B)

The display (1) shows the battery’s state of charge. Each bar

represents 10% of the battery's capacity

Number of cuts and operating time in hours and minutes (C)

The display (1) shows the number of cuts and operating time

in hours and minutes.

Number of cuts with low, medium and high force (D).

The display (1) shows the number of cuts with low, medium

and high force.

The control unit allocates each cut to the following classes:

– S = Number of cuts with low force

– M = Number of cuts with medium force

– L = Number of cuts with high force

Cutting blade blockages (E)

The display (1) shows the number of cutting blade

blockages.

13.3 Putting the Pruning Shears in Standby Mode

The pruning shears can be put in standby mode during short

work breaks,

► Pull the trigger (2) twice in quick succession and hold it

depressed on the second pull.

You will hear 3 short beeps. The cutting blade (1) closes

and remains closed.

► Release the trigger (2).

The pruning shears are in standby mode.

When you pull the trigger (2) again, the cutting blade (1)

opens and the pruning shears are ready for operation.

13.4 Cutting

► Position the anvil blade (2) against the underside of the

branch.

WARNING

The moving cutting blade can seriously injure the user.

► Keep your free hand at least 40 cm away from the cutting

blade.

► Never touch the cutting blade.

► Depress the trigger (3).

The cutting blade (1) closes and the branch is cut.

The cutting blade can jam during cutting work.

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