Assembling The Trimmer / Brushcutter; Mounting The Loop Handle; Adjusting The Loop Handle - Stihl FSA 130 R Instruction Manual

11 Assembling the Trimmer / Brushcutter

► Press the button (1) on the battery.
The LEDs on the battery will glow or flash green for about
5 seconds and indicate the state of charge (see
illustration).
For example:
If four green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing: less than 20 % charge.
11 Assembling the Trimmer / Brushcutter

11.1 Mounting the Loop Handle

WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, ensure that
the loop handle is properly and securely mounted before
starting work.
To mount the loop handle:
► Switch off the power tool, @ 15.2.
► Remove the connecting cord from the trimmer, @ 14.2.
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► Position one clamp (4) in the loop handle (3).
► Position the other clamp (6) against the underside of the
drive tube (5) and line up the holes in the loop handle and
clamps.
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► Put washers (2) on the screws (1) and insert the screws
through the holes in the loop handle and clamps.
► Attach the square nuts (7) and tighten securely. Ensure
that the handle is tight and will not move during operation.

11.2 Adjusting the Loop Handle

The loop handle can be mounted to suit the height and reach
of the operator.
To adjust the position of the loop handle:
► Switch off the power tool, @ 15.2.
► Remove the connecting cord, @ 14.2.
► Loosen the screws (2) that attach the loop handle to the
trimmer shaft.
► Slide the loop handle (1) to the desired position, subject to
the following limitations:
– Always keep the spacer (3) positioned between the loop
handle and carrier ring.
– If you are working with a mowing head, the distance
marked "a" must be less than 11.8 in. (30 cm).
– If you are working with a metal cutting attachment, a
barrier bar must be installed and the distance marked
"a" must be less than 9.8 in. (25 cm).
► Tighten the screws until the loop handle is secure and can
no longer be moved along the drive tube.
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