Introduction; Guide To Using This Manual - Stihl HSA 50.1 Instruction Manual

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Contents
1 Introduction............................................... 24
2 Guide to Using this Manual.......................24
3 Overview................................................... 25
4 Safety Precautions....................................26
5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation.. 32
6 Charging the Battery, LEDs...................... 33
7 Removing and Fitting the Battery..............34
8 Switching the Hedge Trimmer On/Off....... 34
9 Testing the Hedge Trimmer and Battery... 34
10 Operating the Hedge Trimmer.................. 35
11 After Finishing Work..................................36
12 Transporting..............................................36
13 Storing.......................................................36
14 Cleaning....................................................37
15 Maintenance............................................. 37
16 Repairing...................................................37
17 Troubleshooting........................................ 38
18 Specifications............................................39
19 Spare Parts and Accessories....................40
20 Disposal.................................................... 40
21 EC Declaration of Conformity................... 40
22 UKCA Declaration of Conformity.............. 41
23 General Power Tool Safety Warnings.......41
1 Introduction
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing STIHL. We develop and
manufacture our quality products to meet our
customers' requirements. The products are
designed for reliability even under extreme con-
ditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality.
Our dealers guarantee competent advice and
instruction as well as comprehensive service
support.
STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sus-
tainable and responsible handling of natural
resources. This user manual is intended to help
you use your STIHL product safely and in an
environmentally friendly manner over a long
service life.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope
you will enjoy working with your STIHL product.
24
Dr. Nikolas Stihl
IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND
KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.
2

Guide to Using this Manual

2.1 Applicable Documentation
Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following
documents in addition to this instruction man-
ual:
- Safety notes and precautions for STIHL AK
battery.
- Safety information for STIHL batteries and
products with built in batteries:
www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets
2.2 Warning Notices in Text
DANGER
■ This notice refers to risks which result in seri-
ous or fatal injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by
taking the precautions mentioned.
WARNING
■ This notice refers to risks which can result in
serious or fatal injury.
► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by
taking the precautions mentioned.
NOTICE
■ This notice refers to risks which can result in
damage to property.
► Damage to property can be avoided by tak-
ing the precautions mentioned.
2.3 Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this
instruction manual.
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