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components may no longer function properly or safety
devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in
serious injuries.
► Clean the blower as described in this instruction
manual.
■ If the blower is not serviced or repaired correctly,
components may no longer function properly or safety
devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in
serious or fatal injuries.
► Do not attempt to service or repair the blower.
► If the blower needs to be serviced or repaired: Contact
your STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.
5 Preparing the Blower for Operation
5.1
Preparing the Blower for Operation
Perform the following steps before starting work:
► Make sure the following components are in a safe
condition:
– Blower, @ 4.6.
– Battery as described in the STIHL AR battery's
instruction manual or in the user instructions for the "AP
belt bag with connecting cable".
► Check the battery as described in the STIHL AR battery's
instruction manual or in the user instructions for the "AP
belt bag with connecting cable".
► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction
manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.
► Clean the blower, @ 15.
► Mount the nozzle, @ 6.1.
► Put on and adjust the STIHL AR battery, carrying system
or "AP belt bag with connecting cable", @ 7.
► Check the controls, @ 10.1.
► If 3 LEDs on the battery flash red while you are checking
the controls: Pull connecting cable plug out of the
socket and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
Malfunction in blower.
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5 Preparing the Blower for Operation
► If you cannot carry out this work: Do not use the blower
and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.
6 Assembling the Blower
6.1
Mounting, Adjusting and Removing the Nozzle
The nozzle can be mounted to the blower tube in three
positions to suit the height and reach of the user. The
positions are marked on the blower tube.
► Switch off the blower and pull out the connecting cable
plug.
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► Line up the lug (3) and the slot (2).
► Push nozzle (1) into required position on blower tube (4).
► Rotate nozzle (1) until it engages.
7 Adjusting Blower for User
7.1
Using with STIHL AR Battery
7.1.1
Fitting and Adjusting the Connecting Cable
The connecting cable can be fitted and adjusted to suit the
user's size and the application.
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