Instruction Manual

0458-719-8621-A
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English 9 Before Starting Work
￭ Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire, explosion and/or serious injury or
property damage.
￭ Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the trigger switch is
in the off-position before inserting the activation key,
picking up or carrying the blower. Carrying the blower with
your finger on the trigger switch or inserting the activation
key with the trigger switch engaged increases the
likelihood of unintended starting and possible accidents.
￭ Remove the activation key from the blower before making
any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
blower accidentally.
￭ Recharge only with the charger specified by STIHL. A
charger that is suitable for one type of power tool may
create a risk of fire when used with another power tool.
￭ Use the blower only with the integrated battery. Use of any
other battery may create a risk of fire or explosion and
personal injury or property damage.
￭ When the power tool is not in use, make sure that paper
clips, coins, keys, nails and other similar metal objects are
not stored near the blower's charging socket, activation
key socket or other openings. Short circuiting the blower's
battery or charging system may cause burns or a fire or
explosion.
￭ Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the
battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush
with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek
medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause
irritation, chemical burns or respiratory illness from
inhalation.
￭ Do not use a blower that is damaged or modified. A
damaged or modified blower or integrated battery may
exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion
and risk of injury or property damage.
￭ Do not expose the blower or its integrated battery to fire or
excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature
above 212°F (100°C) may cause fire and explosion.
￭ Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the
integrated battery outside of the ambient temperature
range specified. Charging improperly or outside the
specified range may damage the battery and increase the
risk of fire.
￭ Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person
using only authorized replacement parts. This will help
maintain the safety and performance of the product.
￭ Do not modify or attempt to repair the blower or the
integrated battery. Follow the instructions for use and
care.
9.1 Preparing the Blower for Operation
Before starting work:
► Fully charge the blower, @ 10.
► Mount the blower tube and nozzle, @ 12.1.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 15.
10.1 Charging
WARNING
Read and follow the blower and charger safety precautions
and instructions in this manual, @ 5.5 and @ 6. Be alert for
signs that the integrated battery may be damaged. To
reduce the risk of fire and explosion, never use or charge a
blower with a housing that is cracked, deformed, excessively
hot, leaking battery fluid or otherwise damaged, @ 5.6.
9 Before Starting Work
10 Charging the Blower