STIHL HLA 56 Instruction Manual
English © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG 2019 0458-816-8321-A. VA1.J19. 0000008623_002_GB Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Translation of Original Instruction Manual Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 Guide to Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applicable Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English 20 Spare Parts and Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 20.1 Spare Parts and Accessories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 21 Disposal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 21.1 Disposing of the Hedge Trimmer and Battery . . . . . . . 23 22 EC Declaration of Conformity. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23 22.1 STIHL HLA 56 Hedge Trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English 3 Overview Warning Notices in Text DANGER This notice refers to risks which result in serious or fatal injury. ► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the precautions mentioned. WARNING This notice refers to risks which can result in serious or fatal injury. ► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the precautions mentioned. 3 Overview 3.
English 4 Coupling Sleeve Connects shaft to cutter bar. 5 Wing Screw Secures cutter bar to shaft. 4 Safety Precautions 3.2 Symbols Meanings of symbols that may be on the hedge trimmer and battery: 1 LED glows red. Battery too hot or too cold. 6 Lock Button Locks cutter bar in position. 7 Swivel Handle Serves to adjust angle of cutter bar. 4 LEDs flash red. There is a malfunction in the battery. 8 Cutting Blades Perform the cutting action.
English 4 Safety Precautions Observe battery’s permissible temperature range. Wear safety glasses and a hard hat. Wear safety boots. Wear work gloves. 4.2 Intended Use The STIHL HLA 56 hedge trimmer is designed for cutting low growing shrubs, high hedges, high shrubs, high bushes and high scrub. The hedge trimmer must not be used in the rain. A STIHL AK battery supplies the hedge trimmer with power. Do not touch moving cutting blades. Maintain safe distance.
English ► 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 hedge trimmer 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 is able to recognize and assess the risks involved in using the hedge trimmer and battery.
English 4 Safety Precautions ► Protect battery from heat and fire. ► Do not allow bystanders, children or animals within 5 meters of the work area. ► Do not throw the battery into a fire. ► Use and store the battery at temperatures between - 10°C and + 50°C. ► Maintain a clearance of 5 meters from objects. ► Do not leave the hedge trimmer unattended. ► Make sure that children cannot play with the hedge trimmer. ￭ The hedge trimmer is not waterproof.
English 4 Safety Precautions 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 an undamaged hedge trimmer. ► If the hedge trimmer is dirty: Clean the hedge trimmer. ► Do not modify the hedge trimmer. ► If the controls do not function properly: Do not work with the hedge trimmer.
English 4 Safety Precautions ￭ 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.
English 4.8 4.8.1 4 Safety Precautions Transporting Hedge Trimmer WARNING ￭ The hedge trimmer may turn over or shift during transport. This may result in personal injuries and damage to property. ► Remove the battery. ► Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades. ► Secure the hedge trimmer with lashing straps or a net to prevent it turning over and moving. 4.8.2 ► Remove the battery. Battery WARNING ￭ The battery is not protected against all ambient conditions.
English 5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation 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.
English 6 Charging the Battery, LEDs ► Check the controls, @ 10.1. ► If 3 LEDs on the battery flash red while you are checking the controls: Remove the battery and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance. There is a malfunction in the hedge trimmer. ► If you cannot carry out these steps: Do not use the hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance. 6 Charging the Battery, LEDs The state of charge is indicated when the LEDs glow or flash green.
English 8 Removing and Fitting the Battery 3 6 2 1 2 1 0000-GXX-6516-A0 4 5 ► ► ► ► ► Fit the clamp (4) in the loop handle (3). Place the loop handle (3) with clamp (4) on the shaft (5). Fit washers (2) on the screws (1). Hold the clamp (6) against the shaft (5). Insert screws (1) through holes in the loop handle (3) and clamps (4 and 6). ► Fit and tighten down the nuts (7) firmly. ► Insert the battery (1) in the battery compartment (2) and press it home until you hear a click.
English 10 Testing the Hedge Trimmer and Battery 2 0000-GXX-7604-A0 1 ► Push the release slide (1) in the direction of the cutting blades with your thumb and hold it there. ► Pull the trigger (2) with your index finger and hold it there. You can let go of the release slide (1). The motor accelerates and the cutting blades run. 9.2 Switching Off ► Release the trigger. ► Wait for the cutting blades to come to a complete standstill after about 1 second.
English 11 Operating the Hedge Trimmer Loop Handle 45° ► Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with one hand on the control handle - wrap your thumb around the handle. ► Hold the trimmer with the other hand on the loop handle wrap your thumb around the loop handle. 2 ► ► ► ► ► Handle Hose 0000-GXX-7605-A0 0000-GXX-4570-A0 1 90° Hold the swivel handle (2) firmly. Depress the lock button (1) at both sides and hold it there. Move the cutter bar to the required angle. Release the lock button (1) at both sides.
English 12 After Finishing Work Cutting side of hedge ► Swing the hedge trimmer horizontally and in an arc while making the cut. ► If cutting performance deteriorates: Sharpen the cutting blades. ► Use lopping shears or a chainsaw to cut out thick branches first. Cutting overhead ► If you have to cut at a certain distance from the hedge (flowerbed): Set the cutter bar to a suitable angle. ► Swing the hedge trimmer from the bottom upwards in an arc while making the cut.
English 13 Transporting ► Clean the battery. The battery is subject to the requirements for the transport of dangerous goods. The battery is classified as UN 3480 (lithium-ion batteries) and has been tested in accordance with UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3. 13 Transporting For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/safety-datasheets 13.1 Transporting the Hedge Trimmer ► Switch off the hedge trimmer and remove the battery.
English 15 Cleaning 15.2 Cleaning the Cutting Blades Mounting the wall bracket ► ► ► ► a c 0000-GXX-7609-A0 b ► Check the following points when mounting the wall bracket on a wall: – Suitable fixing materials. – Wall bracket is horizontal. – The following dimensions are observed: – a = at least 20 cm – b = at least 130 cm – c = 22.8 cm Fitting hedge trimmer on the wall bracket ► Switch off the hedge trimmer and remove the battery.
17 Repairing English ► Use a STIHL flat crosscut file to sharpen each cutting edge on the upper blade. The file only sharpens on the forward stroke. Maintain the prescribed sharpening angle, @ 19.2. ► Turn the hedge trimmer over. ► Deburr each cutting edge from below. ► Use a damp cloth to remove the filing dust. ► Spray both sides of blades with STIHL resin solvent. ► Switch on the hedge trimmer for 5 seconds. The cutting blades run. STIHL resin solvent is distributed evenly.
English 18 Troubleshooting 18 Troubleshooting 18.1 Troubleshooting Hedge Trimmer and Battery Condition LEDs on Battery Hedge trimmer does 1 LED flashes not start when green. switched on. 1 LED glows red. Remedy ► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers. Battery too hot or too cold. ► Remove the battery. ► Allow battery to cool down / warm up. 3 LEDs flash red. There is a malfunction in ► Remove the battery. the hedge trimmer.
English 18 Troubleshooting Condition Hedge trimmer runtime is too short LEDs on Battery Cause There is a electrical malfunction. Battery not fully charged. Normal battery life has been exceeded. 0458-816-8321-A Remedy ► Remove battery and insert it again. ► Switch on the hedge trimmer. ► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers. ► Replace the battery.
English 19 Specifications 19.1 STIHL HLA 56 Hedge Trimmer – Approved battery: – STIHL AK – Weight without battery: 3.8 kg For battery life see www.stihl.com/battery-life. 19.2 Cutting Blades – Tooth spacing: 30 mm – Cutting length: 450 mm – Sharpening angle: 35° 19.
English 21 Disposal 21 Disposal The year of manufacture, country of manufacture and serial number are applied to the hedge trimmer. Done at Waiblingen, 17.06.2019 21.1 Disposing of the Hedge Trimmer and Battery ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for information on disposal. ► Dispose of the hedge trimmer, accessories and packaging in accordance with local regulations and environmental requirements.
English 23 General Power Tool Safety Warnings 23.2 Work area safety 23.4 Personal safety a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents. a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
English 23 General Power Tool Safety Warnings 23.5 Power tool use and care 23.6 Battery tool use and care a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed. a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
English 23 General Power Tool Safety Warnings 23.8 Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings – Keep all parts of the body away from the cutting blades. Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving. Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed material. A moment of inattention while operating the hedge trimmer may result in serious personal injury. – Carry the hedge trimmer by the handle with the cutting blades stopped.
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