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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 conditions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our 

specialist dealers guarantee competent advice and 

instruction as well as comprehensive service support.
We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will 

enjoy working with your STIHL product.

Dr. Nikolas Stihl

IMPORTANT: READ BEFORE USE AND KEEP IN A SAFE 

PLACE.

2.1 Applicable Documentation

Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following documents in 

addition to this instruction manual:
– Safety information for STIHL batteries and products 

with built in batteries: www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets

20  Disposal   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20

20.1 Disposing of Hedge Trimmer and Charging Cable .  .  . 20
21  EC Declaration of Conformity
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21.1 STIHL HSA 45 Hedge Trimmer.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20

21.2 STIHL LK 45 Charging Cable   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 20
22  General Power Tool Safety Warnings.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21

22.1 Introduction .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21

22.2 Work area safety.  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21

22.3 Electrical safety .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21

22.4 Personal safety  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 21

22.5 Power tool use and care  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22

22.6 Battery tool use and care   .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 22

22.7 Service  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 23

22.8 Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  .  . 23

1 Introduction

2 Guide to Using this Manual

Summary of Contents for HSA 45

Page 1: ... STIHL HSA 45 Instruction Manual ...

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Page 3: ...s 12 6 1 Charging the Hedge Trimmer 12 6 2 State of Charge 12 6 3 LEDs 12 7 Inserting and Removing Activation Key 13 7 1 Inserting the Activation Key 13 7 2 Removing the activation key 13 8 Switching the Hedge Trimmer On Off 13 8 1 Switching On 13 8 2 Switching Off 13 9 Checking the Hedge Trimmer 13 9 1 Checking the Controls 13 9 2 Checking the Built In Battery 14 10 Operating the Hedge Trimmer 14...

Page 4: ...A SAFE PLACE 2 1 Applicable Documentation Local safety regulations apply Read understand and save the following documents in addition to this instruction manual Safety information for STIHL batteries and products with built in batteries www stihl com safety data sheets 20 Disposal 20 20 1 Disposing of Hedge Trimmer and Charging Cable 20 21 EC Declaration of Conformity 20 21 1 STIHL HSA 45 Hedge Tr...

Page 5: ...erty 2 3 Symbols in Text 3 1 Hedge Trimmer and Charging Cable The rechargeable battery is built into the hedge trimmer 1 Switch Lever Operated together with the trigger to switch the hedge trimmer on and off 2 Release Slide Operated together with the trigger lockout to unlock the trigger 3 Trigger Lockout Locks trigger in position 4 Control Handle For operating holding and controlling the hedge tr...

Page 6: ...the hedge trimmer 18 Blade guard scabbard Helps protect user from contact with the cutting blades Rating label with serial number 3 2 Symbols Meanings of symbols that may be on the hedge trimmer and charging cable 4 1 Warning Signs Meanings of warning signs and labels on the hedge trimmer and charging cable This symbol indicates in what direction the release slide has to be pushed Guaranteed sound...

Page 7: ...ng cable as described in this instruction manual 4 3 The Operator WARNING Users without adequate training or instruction cannot recognize or assess the risks involved in using the hedge trimmer and charging cable The operator or other persons may sustain serious or fatal injuries If you pass the hedge trimmer and charging cable on to another user Always give them the instruction manual Make sure t...

Page 8: ...hedge trimmer Not wearing personal protective equipment may result in serious injury Wear snug fitting clothing Do not wear a scarf or jewelry The user can come into contact with the cutting blades during operation This can result in serious injuries Wear footwear made of durable material Wear long trousers made of durable material The user can come into contact with the cutting blades during clea...

Page 9: ... Trimmer The hedge trimmer is in a safe condition if the following points are observed The hedge trimmer is undamaged Hedge trimmer is clean and dry The controls function properly and have not been modified Cutting blades are properly mounted Only original STIHL accessories designed for this hedge trimmer are fitted Accessories are properly mounted WARNING If the product does not comply with safet...

Page 10: ...ging cable Never bridge the charging cable s contacts with metallic objects short circuit Do not open the charging cable 4 7 Built in Battery WARNING The built in battery is not protected against all ambient conditions If the built in battery is exposed to certain ambient conditions it may catch fire or explode This can result in serious or fatal injuries and damage to property Keep hedge trimmer ...

Page 11: ...y with both hands Before starting work check hedge for hard objects and remove any such objects The moving cutting blades can cut the user This can result in serious injuries If the behavior of the hedge trimmer changes during operation or feels unusual it may no longer be in a safe condition This can result in serious injuries and damage to property Stop work remove the activation key and contact...

Page 12: ...e overloaded during the charging process The cables can overheat and cause a fire This can result in serious or fatal injuries and damage to property Connect the charging cable to a single wall outlet Do not connect the charging cable to multiple sockets 4 10 Transporting WARNING The hedge trimmer may turn over or shift during transport This may result in personal injuries and damage to property F...

Page 13: ...ssive cleaning agents high pressure cleaners or pointed objects can damage the hedge trimmer cutting blades and charging cable If the hedge trimmer cutting blades or charging cable are not cleaned correctly components may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative This can result in serious injuries Clean the hedge trimmer cutting blades and charging cable as describ...

Page 14: ...hedge trimmer is fully charged The hedge trimmer and charging cable heat up during the charging process Remove the activation key Insert the plug 5 in a convenient wall outlet 6 Lay the connecting cable 4 Insert the charger plug 3 in the charge socket 2 The LEDs 1 glow green and show the state of charge If the LEDs 1 stop glowing Disconnect the charger plug 3 from the charge socket 2 The hedge tri...

Page 15: ... direction of the switch lever 1 with your thumb and hold it there Depress the trigger lockout 3 with your hand and hold it there You can let go of the release slide 2 Pull the trigger 4 with your index finger and hold it there The motor accelerates and the cutting blades run 8 2 Switching Off Release the switch lever trigger and lockout lever Wait until the cutting blades come to a complete stand...

Page 16: ...ervicing dealer The trigger has a malfunction Push the release slide 1 in the direction of the switch lever with your thumb and hold it there Depress the trigger lockout lever and hold it in that position Pull the trigger and hold it there If the cutting blades run Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer The switch lever has a malfunction Depress the switch lever and ...

Page 17: ...ng blades Carry the hedge trimmer by the loop handle with the cutting blades behind you Transporting the hedge trimmer in a vehicle Secure the hedge trimmer to prevent it turning over or shifting If the hedge trimmer has to be packed Observe the following points when packing the hedge trimmer Packaging or transport box must be non conductive Make sure the hedge trimmer cannot shift inside the pack...

Page 18: ...HL resin solvent 14 2 Cleaning the Cutting Blades Switch off the hedge trimmer and remove the activation key Spray both sides of blades with STIHL resin solvent Insert the activation key Run the hedge trimmer for 5 seconds The cutting blades run STIHL resin solvent is distributed evenly 14 3 Cleaning the charging cable Disconnect the plug from the wall outlet Disconnect the charger plug from the c...

Page 19: ...tact your STIHL servicing dealer 16 1 Repairing Hedge Trimmer and Charging Cable The hedge trimmer cutting blades or charging cable cannot be repaired by the user If the hedge trimmer or cutting blades are damaged Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer If the charging cable is defective or damaged Replace the charging cable 16 Repairing ...

Page 20: ... hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer The hedge trimmer is damp Allow the hedge trimmer to dry Hedge trimmer cuts out during operation 3 LEDs glow red Hedge trimmer is too hot Remove the activation key Allow the hedge trimmer to cool down There is a electrical malfunction Switch off the hedge trimmer wait 5 seconds and then switch it on again Cutting blades do not move freely Spra...

Page 21: ...oise pressure level is 3 dB A Sound power level Lw measured according to EN 60745 2 15 77 dB A K value for sound power level is 3 dB A Vibration level ahv measured according to EN 60745 2 15 Control handle 1 5 m s K value for vibration level is 1 5 m s Loop handle 1 4 m s K value for vibration level is 1 5 m s The vibration values quoted above have been measured according to a standardized test pr...

Page 22: ... 4511 conforms to the relevant provisions of Directives 2011 65 EU 2006 42 EC 2014 30 EU and 2000 14 EC and has been developed and manufactured in compliance with the following standards in the versions valid on the date of production EN 55014 1 EN 55014 2 EN 60745 1 and EN 60745 2 15 Applied conformity assessment procedure in accordance with Directive 2000 14 EC Annex V Notified body Intertek Hou...

Page 23: ...gs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded c Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use...

Page 24: ...of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users e Maintain power tools and accessories Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If damaged have the power tool repaired...

Page 25: ... safety of the power tool is maintained b Never service damaged batteries Service of battery packs should only be performed by the manufacturer or authorized service providers 22 8 Hedge Trimmer Safety Warnings Keep all parts of the body away from the cutting blades Do not remove cut material or hold material to be cut when blades are moving Make sure the switch is off when clearing jammed materia...

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