Charger; Cleaning; Cleaning The Chain Saw, Battery And Charger; Cleaning The Guide Bar And Saw Chain - Stihl MSA 120 C Instruction Manual

22 Cleaning

► 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 % (2 green LEDs).
► Do not leave spare batteries unused. Use them in rotation.

21.3 Charger

WARNING
Store the charger indoors, in a dry, secure place that is
inaccessible to children and other unauthorized users, @ 9.
Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, misuse or
damage to the charger that can lead to fire and otherwise
increase the risk of severe personal injury and property
damage, @ 8.
To properly store the charger:
► Remove the battery from the charger.
► Disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet.
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► Wrap the power supply cord and attach it to the charger.
► Store the charger indoors in a dry and secure location.
► Keep it out of the reach of children and other unauthorized
persons.
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22 Cleaning

22.1 Cleaning the Chain Saw, Battery and Charger

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, @ 10.1. Users of
this chain saw should carry out only the cleaning described
in this manual.
To clean the chain saw, battery and charger:
► 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
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.
► Keep the charger housing and electrical contacts free
from foreign matter. Clean as necessary with a soft brush
or soft, dry cloth. Always unplug the charger before
cleaning.

22.2 Cleaning the Guide Bar and Saw Chain

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, @ 10.1. Users of
this chain saw should carry out only the cleaning described
in this manual.To help prevent injuries, always wear heavy-
duty work gloves when handling the chain.
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