Table Of Contents; Introduction; Guide To Using This Manual - Stihl SGA 85 Instruction Manual

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Contents
1 Introduction................................................. 2
2 Guide to Using this Manual.........................2
3 Main Parts...................................................3
4 Safety Symbols on the Product...................4
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.... 4
6 Battery Safety........................................... 10
7 Maintenance, Repair and Storage............ 11
8 General Warnings and Instructions...........12
9 Before Starting Work.................................13
10 Charging the Battery................................. 13
11 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals..... 14
12 Assembling the Sprayer............................15
13 Inserting and Removing the Battery..........16
14 Switching the Sprayer On and Off............ 17
15 Checking the Controls...............................18
16 During Operation.......................................18
17 After Finishing Work..................................19
18 Transporting the Sprayer and Battery.......20
19 Storing the Sprayer and Battery................20
20 Cleaning....................................................21
21 Inspection and Maintenance..................... 22
22 Troubleshooting Guide..............................23
23 Specifications............................................24
24 Replacement Parts and Equipment.......... 25
25 Disposal.................................................... 25
26 Addresses................................................. 26
1

Introduction

Thank you for your purchase. The information
contained in this manual will help you receive
maximum performance and satisfaction from
your sprayer and, if followed, reduce the risk of
injury from its use.
SAVE THIS MANUAL!
Because this sprayer is a battery-oper-
ated tool for spraying chemicals, spe-
cial safety precautions must be
observed to reduce the risk of personal
injury.
Read this instruction manual thor-
oughly before use and periodically
thereafter. Follow all safety precau-
tions. Careless or improper use of the
sprayer can cause serious or fatal
injury. In addition, read and follow the
manufacturer's instructions for the
chemical products being sprayed.
Since such products may vary greatly
in handling/application requirements
and risks, the chemical product label is
normally your best guide for safe and
effective use.
All operating and servicing personnel should be
trained and familiarized with the proper handling
procedures for the chemical products being
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used, as well as with first aid, emergency care,
and liquid chemical disposal regulations.
Observe all applicable federal, state and local
safety regulations, standards and ordinances.
Do not lend or rent the sprayer without this
instruction manual. Allow only persons who fully
understand the information in this manual to
operate the sprayer.
For further information, or if you do not under-
stand any of the instructions in this manual,
please go to www.stihlusa.com (for Canada:
www.stihl.ca) or contact your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
WARNING
■ Careless or improper use may cause serious
or fatal injury. Read the chemical manufactur-
er's instructions and warnings each time
before mixing or using the chemical and
before storing or disposing of it. Observe all
applicable federal, state and local safety regu-
lations, standards and ordinances.
WARNING
■ The chemical sprayed with your backpack
sprayer may contain toxic substances. Such
chemicals can be dangerous and cause seri-
ous or fatal injury to persons and animals
and/or severe damage to plants and the envi-
ronment.
► Follow the chemical manufacturer's instruc-
tions with respect to any contact with its
product.
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Guide to Using this Manual

2.1 Signal Words
This manual contains safety information that
requires your special attention. Such information
is introduced with the following symbols and sig-
nal words:
DANGER
■ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
■ Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
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