Stihl Battery Backpack - Stihl KMA 130 R Instruction Manual

14 Using a Battery Harness
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The length of the connecting cord can be adjusted by
making a loop around the top (Illustration C) or on the side
(Illustration D) of the backpack battery.
► Position and secure the connecting cord so that it will not
interfere with proper working technique or your ability to
maintain control of the power tool.
14.1.2 Putting on and Adjusting the Harness
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury, the operator must be
able to remove the backpack battery quickly in the event of
an emergency. In an emergency, open and remove the waist
belt and chest strap quickly before dropping the battery to
the ground.
To ensure a proper fit:
► Put the backpack battery on your back.
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► Fasten and adjust the waist belt (2) so that it rests
comfortably but securely on your hips.
► Fasten the chest strap (1) and adjust it so that it fits
comfortably but securely across your chest.
► Adjust the harness straps so that the back padding fits
firmly and securely against your back.
► Thread the end of the waist belt through the loop (3).
► To remove the harness, open the quick-release fasteners
on the waist belt and chest strap and loosen the harness
straps by lifting the sliding adjusters.
To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
emergency, practice quickly opening the fastener on the
waist belt, loosening the shoulder straps and removing the
battery.
NOTICE
To avoid damage, ease the battery to the ground when
practicing. Do not allow the battery to drop to the ground and
do not throw it.

14.2 STIHL Battery Backpack

14.2.1 Mounting the AP Battery Bag with Connecting Cord
inside the Battery Backpack
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from tripping or losing control of
the power tool, always secure the connecting cord with the
hook and eye fasteners on the cord holder. Position and
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