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► Pull up on the blocking lever (1) and hold it in
this unlocked position.
► Rotate the control handle (2) clockwise or
counter-clockwise.
► Release the blocking lever and return it to the
locked position.
► Rotate the control handle clockwise or coun‐
ter-clockwise to make sure it has engaged in
position.
13 Inserting and Removing
the Battery
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Inserting the Battery
WARNING
■ Never use a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery,
Use and store the battery only within an ambi‐
ent temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (-
10 °C to 50 °C),
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of unintended activation,
never store the battery in the hedge trimmer,
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To insert the battery:
► Place the hedge trimmer on a level surface.
► Insert the battery (1) into the battery compart‐
ment (2) until it stops.
The battery is properly inserted when you hear
an audible click and the battery is flush with
the top of the housing. In this position, there is
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electrical contact between the battery and the
hedge trimmer.
Since a new battery is not fully charged, STIHL
recommends that you fully charge the battery
before using it the first time,
13.2
Removing the Battery
WARNING
■ To reduce the risk of severe personal injury
from unintended activation, always remove the
battery before assembling, transporting,
adjusting, cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the hedge trimmer, and any other time
it is not in use.
WARNING
■ Use care when ejecting the battery to prevent
it from falling and causing personal injury or
property damage.
To remove the battery:
► Release the trigger switch.
► Place the hedge trimmer on a level surface.
► Position your hand behind the battery.
► Compress the locking levers (1) to eject the
battery (2) from the battery compartment.
NOTICE
■ Avoid exposing the battery to excessive heat
or prolonged periods of direct sunlight. Use or
storage outside the recommended ambient
temperature range can reduce the perform‐
ance and/or service life of the battery.
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