Operating The Blower; Blow-Sweeping; After Finishing Work; Transporting The Blower And Battery - Stihl BGA 56 Instruction Manual

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11 Operating the Blower

11.1 Blow-Sweeping

► Hold and control the blower with one hand on the control
handle - wrap you thumb around the handle.
► 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.
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► If the battery is wet: Allow the battery to dry.
► Clean the blower.
► Clean the battery.

13 Transporting the Blower and Battery

13.1 Transporting the Blower

► Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
► Carry the blower by the control handle.
► Transporting the blower in a vehicle: Secure the blower to
prevent it turning over or shifting.

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
14 Storing the Blower, Battery and
Charger

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.
11 Operating the Blower
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