Stihl HTA 135 Instruction Manual page 10

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► Use the working techniques described in
this instruction manual.
► Keep the guide bar straight in the cut.
► Always cut with the chain running at full
speed.
4.9 Transporting
4.9.1 Pole Pruner
WARNING
■ The pole pruner may turn over or shift during
transport. Persons may be injured or property
damaged.
► Remove the battery.
► Fit the chain scabbard so that it completely
covers the guide bar.
► Secure the pole pruner with lashing straps
or a net to prevent it from turning over and
moving.
4.9.2 Battery
WARNING
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if
it is exposed to certain ambient conditions,
and damage to property may occur.
► Never transport a damaged battery.
■ The battery may turn over or shift during trans‐
port. This may result in injury to people and
damage to property.
► Pack the battery in packaging in such a way
that it cannot move.
► Secure the packaging so that it cannot
move.
4.10 Storing
4.10.1 Pole Pruner
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of the pole pruner and can be
seriously injured.
► Remove the battery.
► Fit the chain scabbard so that it completely
covers the guide bar.
► Store the pole pruner out of the reach of
children.
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■ Dampness may corrode the electrical contacts
on the pole pruner and metal components.
This can damage the pole pruner.
► Remove the battery.
► Store the pole pruner in a clean and dry
condition.
4.10.2 Battery
WARNING
■ Children are not aware of and cannot assess
the dangers of the battery Children may be
seriously injured.
► Store the battery out of the reach of chil‐
dren.
■ The battery is not protected against all ambi‐
ent conditions. If the battery is exposed to cer‐
tain ambient conditions, the battery may be
irreparably damaged.
► Store the battery in a clean and dry condi‐
tion.
► Store the battery in an enclosed space.
► Store the battery separately from the pole
pruner.
► If the battery is stored in the charger, dis‐
connect the mains plug and store the
rechargeable battery at a battery charge
status between 40% and 60% (2 lit green
LEDs).
► Store the battery at a temperature range
between - 10 °C and + 50 °C.
4.11 Cleaning, Maintenance and
Repair
WARNING
■ The pole pruner may start unintentionally if the
battery is left in place during cleaning, mainte‐
nance or repair operations. This may result in
serious injury to people and damage to prop‐
erty.
► Remove the battery.
■ Aggressive cleaning agents, cleaning with a
jet of water or pointed objects may damage
the pole pruner, guide bar, saw chain and bat‐
tery. If the pole pruner, guide bar, saw chain or
battery are not cleaned correctly, components
may no longer function properly or safety devi‐
ces may be rendered inoperative. They may
cause serious injury to persons.
4 Safety Precautions
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