Before Starting Work; Preparing The Trimmer For Operation - Stihl FSA 130 R Instruction Manual

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– Keep the STIHL AR series backpack
battery dry. Protect it from rain, water
and other liquids.
– Attach the rain cover to the STIHL AR
series battery before starting work in rain
or in very damp conditions.
– If a STIHL AP series battery has been
exposed to rain during work, remove it
from the battery bag and allow it to dry
indoors. Make sure it is completely dry
before charging or use.
– Never immerse any STIHL battery in
water or other liquids.
– Never bridge the battery terminals with wires or
other metallic objects.
– Keep a battery that is not in use away from metal
objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
– Never transport or store the battery in a metal
container.
– Store the battery indoors in a dry room.
– Never store the battery in damp or corrosive
environments or in conditions that could lead to
corrosion of its metal components.
– Protect the battery from exposure to corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
– Protect the battery from exposure to conductive
liquids such as salt water.
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ Leaking battery fluid is potentially harmful and can cause
skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other serious
personal injury.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
– Use an inert absorbent such as sand on spilled
battery fluid.
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– In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse
the contact area thoroughly with mild soap and
water.
– If fluid gets into your eye(s): do not rub. Rinse water
over the open eye(s) for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
￭ A battery fire can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of
severe personal injury and property damage in the event
of fire:
– Evacuate the area. Fire can spread rapidly. Stay
clear of any vapors generated and maintain a safe
distance.
– Contact the fire department.
– Although water can be used to put out a battery fire,
use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher
is preferable.
– Consult the fire department regarding proper
disposal of a burned battery.

8 Before Starting Work

8.1

Preparing the Trimmer for Operation

Before starting work:
► Fully charge the battery, @ 9.
► Mount the loop handle, @ 11.1.
► Mount a deflector that is approved for use with the cutting
attachment you intend to use, @ 11.4.1 and @ 25.
► Mount an approved mowing head, grass cutting blade or
brush knife, @ 11.5.1 or @ 11.6.1 and @ 25.
► If using a metal cutting attachment, mount the barrier bar,
@ 11.3.1.
► Put on and adjust the STIHL AR backpack battery, STIHL
Battery Belt or STIHL Battery Backpack, @ 12.
► Adjust the loop handle, @ 11.2.
► Check the controls for proper function and condition,
@ 16.1.
8 Before Starting Work
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