Mowing; After Finishing Work; Transporting; Transporting The Trimmer - Stihl FSA 45 Instruction Manual

13 After Finishing Work

12.3 Mowing

The cutting height is determined by the distance of the
cutting attachment from the ground.
► Swing the trimmer back and forth in an arc.
► Walk slowly and steadily forwards.
► If you work with a bump guard (1): Extend the bump
guard (1) fully.
13 After Finishing Work
13.1 After Finishing Work
► Switch off the trimmer and remove the activation key.
► Clean the trimmer.
► Clean the deflector.
► Clean the cutting attachment.

14 Transporting

14.1 Transporting the Trimmer

► Switch off the trimmer and remove the activation key.
► Adjust shaft to its shortest length.
► Carry the trimmer properly balanced by the shaft with the
cutting attachment behind you.
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► Transporting the trimmer in a vehicle: Secure the trimmer
to prevent turnover and movement.
► If the trimmer has to be packed: Observe the following
points when packing the trimmer:
– Packaging or transport box must be non-conductive.
– Make sure the trimmer cannot shift inside the packaging
or transport box.
– Secure the packaging or transport box so that the
packaging or transport box cannot move.
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Owing to the built-in battery, the trimmer is subject to the
requirements for transporting dangerous goods. The
trimmer is classified as UN 3481 (lithium-ion batteries in
equipment) and has been tested in accordance with UN
Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3.
For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/safety-data-
sheets

15 Storing

15.1 Storing the Trimmer

STIHL recommends that you store the trimmer with a charge
between 40% and 60% (2 LEDs glow green).
► Switch off the trimmer and remove the activation key.
► Remove the mowing lines.
► Observe the following points when storing the trimmer:
– The trimmer is out of the reach of children.
– The trimmer is clean and dry.
– Trimmer is in an enclosed space.
– Trimmer is separated from the charging cable.
– Trimmer is in a temperature range between 0°C and
+50°C.

15.2 Storing the Blades

Up to 6 blades can be kept directly on the trimmer.
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