After Finishing Work; Transporting; Storing - Stihl BGA 57 Instruction Manual

12 After Finishing Work

11.2 Blow-Sweeping
► Point the nozzle at the ground.
► Walk slowly and steadily forwards.
12 After Finishing Work
12.1 After Finishing Work
► Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
► If the blower is wet: Allow the blower to dry.
► If the battery is wet: Allow the battery to dry.
► Clean the blower.
► Clean the battery.

13 Transporting

13.1 Transporting the Blower
► Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
Carrying the Blower
► Carry the blower by the control handle.
Transporting the Blower in Vehicles
► Secure the blower to prevent turnover and
movement.
13.2 Transporting the Battery
► Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
► Make sure the battery is in a safe condition.
► Observe the following points when packing the
battery:
– The packaging must be non-conductive.
– Make sure the battery cannot shift inside the
packaging.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
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.
For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/
safety-data-sheets
13.3 Transporting the Charger
► Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet.
► Remove the battery.
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► Wind up the connecting cable and attach it to
the charger.
► Transporting the charger in a vehicle: Secure
the charger with lashing straps, belts or a net
to prevent it turning over and moving.

14 Storing

14.1 Storing the Blower
► Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
► Observe the following points when storing the
blower:
– Blower is out of the reach of children.
– Blower is clean and dry.
14.2 Storing the Battery
STIHL recommends that you store the battery
with a charge between 40% and 60% (2 LEDs
glow green).
► Observe the following points when storing the
battery:
– Battery is out of the reach of children.
– Battery is clean and dry.
– Battery is in an enclosed space.
– Battery is stored separately, away from the
blower and charger.
– Battery is in non-conductive packaging.
– Battery is in a temperature range between
-10°C and +50°C.
14.3 Storing the Charger
► Disconnect the mains plug from the power
supply.
► Remove the battery.
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► Wind up the connecting cable and attach it to
the charger.
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