Battery; Cleaning; Cleaning The Chain Saw And Battery - Stihl MSA 161 T Instruction Manual

23 Cleaning

22.2 Battery

WARNING
To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion, never store the battery
with small metal objects capable of conducting electricity
(e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys), @ 8. If the battery is
damp or wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing, @ 8.
WARNING
Extreme temperatures can damage the battery and may also
cause the battery to generate heat, rupture, leak, ignite or
explode, resulting in severe or fatal personal injury or
property damage. Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10 °C to
50 °C), @ 8.
To properly store the battery:
► Remove the battery from the chain saw.
► When storing the battery, maintain a charge of 40 % to
60 % for STIHL AP series batteries and a charge of 30 %
to 45 % for STIHL AR series batteries (2 green LEDs).
► If storing the battery in the charger, disconnect the
charger from the outlet.
► Make sure the battery is dry and store it indoors in a dry
and secure location.
► Keep it out of the reach of children and other unauthorized
persons.
► Protect the battery against dampness and corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
► Protect the battery from exposure to conductive liquids
such as salt water.
► For maximum battery life, store the battery at an ambient
temperature between 50 °F and 68 °F (10 °C and 20 °C)
with a charge between 40 % and 60 % for STIHL AP
series batteries and a charge of 30 % to 45 % for STIHL
AR series batteries (2 green LEDs).
► Do not leave spare batteries unused. Use them in rotation.
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NOTICE
A battery that is not stored properly may experience deep
discharge, which can result in permanent damage. To avoid
deep discharge:
► Remove the battery from the chain saw after finishing
work.
► For maximum battery life, store the battery with a charge
between 40 % and 60 % for STIHL AP series batteries
and a charge of 30 % to 45 % for STIHL AR series
batteries (2 green LEDs).
► If storing the battery in the charger, disconnect the
charger from the outlet.
► For maximum battery life, store the battery at an ambient
temperature between 50 °F and 68 °F (10 °C and 20 °C).
23 Cleaning

23.1 Cleaning the Chain Saw and Battery

WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, remove the battery and engage the chain brake
before carrying out any cleaning work, @ 9. Users of this
chain saw should carry out only the cleaning described in
this manual.
To clean the chain saw and battery:
► Clean the chain saw's polymer components with a slightly
dampened cloth. Do not use detergents or solvents. They
may damage the polymer components.
► Remove the sprocket cover and clean the area around the
chain sprocket with a slightly dampened cloth or resin
solvent, such as STIHL Resin Remover & Lubricant.
► Do not use a pressure washer to clean the chain saw or
otherwise spray it with water or other liquids.
► Keep the battery housing and guides free from foreign
matter and clean as necessary with a soft brush or soft,
dry cloth.
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