AP Battery Bag with Connecting Cord
Bolsa de batería AP con cable de conexión
Sac à batterie AP avec cordon de raccordement
Instruction Manual
Manual de instrucciones
Instruction Manual
Notice d’emploi
WARNING
Read Instruction Manual thoroughly before use and
follow all safety precautions – improper use can cause
serious or fatal injury.
ADVERTENCIA
Antes de usar la máquina lea y siga todas las precauciones
de seguridad dadas en el manual de instrucciones – el uso
incorrecto puede causar lesiones graves o mortales.
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Contents
1 Introduction
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2 Guide to Using this Manual
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2.1 Signal Words
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2.2 Symbols in Text
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3 Main Parts
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3.1 AP Battery Bag
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4 Safety Symbols on the Product
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4.1 AP Battery Bag
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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5.1 Intended Uses
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5.2 Operator
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5.3 Using the AP Battery Bag
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5.4 Connecting Cord
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5.5 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
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6 AP Battery Safety
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6.1 Warnings and Instructions
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7 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals
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7.1 Status of Battery Bag, Battery and Power Tool
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7.2 Charge Status
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8 Before Starting Work
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8.1 Preparing the AP Battery Bag for Operation
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9 Assembling the AP Battery Bag
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9.1 Attaching the AP Battery Bag to Your Belt
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9.2 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord
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10 Connecting the AP Battery Bag to the Power Tool
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10.1 Connecting to a Power Tool with an Integrated
Socket
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10.2 Connecting to a Power Tool with a Battery
Compartment
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10.3 Disconnecting
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11 After Finishing Work
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11.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
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12 Transporting
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12.1 Transporting the AP Battery Bag
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13 Storing
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13.1 Storing the AP Battery Bag
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14 Cleaning
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14.1 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting
Cord
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15 Inspection and Maintenance
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15.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the AP Battery Bag
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16 Troubleshooting Guide
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16.1 AP Battery Bag
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17 Replacement Parts and Equipment
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17.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
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18 Disposal
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18.1 Disposal of the AP Battery Bag
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19 Limited Warranty
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19.1 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy
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20 Trademarks
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20.1 Registered Trademarks
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20.2 Common Law Trademarks
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21 Addresses
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21.1 STIHL Incorporated
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1 Introduction
Thank you for your purchase. The information contained in
this manual will help you receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your STIHL AP Battery Bag with
Connecting Cord and, if followed, reduce the risk of injury
from its use.
SAVE THIS MANUAL!
Throughout this instruction manual, the STIHL AP Battery
Bag with Connecting Cord also may be referred to as "AP
Battery Bag" or simply "battery bag."
Do not lend or rent the AP Battery Bag without this
instruction manual. Allow only persons who fully understand
the information in this manual to use the battery bag.
For further information, or if you do not understand 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.
2.1 Signal Words
This manual contains safety information that requires your
special attention. Such information is introduced with the
following symbols and signal words:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the
machine or its individual components.
2.2 Symbols in Text
The following symbol is included to assist you with the use
of the manual:
1Introduction
It is important that you read and observe the
following information and warnings. Improper
use can cause serious injury.
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before
use and periodically thereafter. Follow all safety
precautions. Careless or improper use can
cause serious or fatal injury. Also read and
follow all instructions and warnings for the
following accessories which may be used with
the AP Battery Bag with Connecting Cord:
– STIHL AP series battery;
– STIHL power tool;
– STIHL Battery Belt (optional equipment);
– STIHL AP Adapter (optional equipment; for
use with STIHL power tools with an AP battery
compartment).
2 Guide to Using this Manual
Refers to a designated chapter or sub-chapter in this
instruction manual.
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3 Main Parts
3.1 AP Battery Bag
1 Battery LEDs
Indicate the battery's state of charge and potential
malfunctions in the battery or power tool.
2 Push Button
Activates the battery's LEDs.
3 AP Battery
Supplies electrical power to the tool's motor.
4Belt Strap
Secures the AP Battery Bag to the STIHL Battery Belt or
other work belt equipped with a quick-release buckle.
5 Connecting Cord Holder
Secures the connecting cord to the AP Battery Bag.
6Bag
Holds the AP battery.
7 Connecting Cord
Transmits electric current from the battery in the AP
Battery Bag to a STIHL power tool.
8 Plug of Connecting Cord
Fits into the power tool socket or AP Adapter.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
4.1 AP Battery Bag
The following safety symbols are found on the AP Battery
Bag:
5.1 Intended Uses
The AP Battery Bag connects a STIHL AP series battery to
a STIHL power tool in one of two ways:
– by connecting directly into the power tool's integrated
socket (Illustration A); or
– by connecting to an AP Adapter (Illustration B), which can
then be plugged into the power tool's battery compartment
(Illustration C).
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4 Safety Symbols on the Product
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
￭ Use only with genuine STIHL AP batteries. Use with any
other type of battery may increase the risk of personal
injury and property damage. Read and follow all
instructions and warnings related to your AP battery.
￭ Use of a STIHL AP Battery Bag for any purpose other than
housing an AP battery to power the STIHL tools listed
below could lead to personal injury and property damage.
Use only with the following STIHL power tools:
– STIHL MSA chain saws (see important exceptions
below)
– STIHL HTA pole pruners
– STIHL FSA trimmers and brush cutters
– STIHL HSA hedge trimmers
– STIHL HLA extended reach hedge trimmers
– STIHL BGA blowers
￭ Do not use the AP Battery Bag with STIHL TSA cut-off
machines or STIHL RMA lawn mowers. Use with these
products could lead to severe personal injury and property
damage from entanglement of the connecting cord, loss of
control and loss of balance.
￭ Do not use the AP Battery Bag with STIHL MSA
top-handle chain saws while climbing in a tree for in-tree
surgery and maintenance. Use could lead to severe
personal injury and property damage from entanglement
of the connecting cord, loss of control, or loss of balance.
Always use a lift bucket for in-tree surgery and
maintenance if using the AP Battery Bag with a MSA top-
handle chain saw. Do not climb in the tree with the
AP Battery Bag.
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury or property damage,
including damage to the AP Battery Bag and connecting
cord:
– Never charge a battery while it is in the battery bag.
– Never connect multiple battery bags together.
– Never use the battery bag to transport any object
other than a STIHL AP battery.
￭ To ensure that the AP Battery Bag can be removed from
the operator's waist quickly in the event of an emergency,
use it only in combination with the STIHL AP Battery Belt
or other work belt equipped with a quick-release buckle.
Never attach the quick-release work belt through the belt
loops on your work pants, as this will make removing the
battery bag more difficult in an emergency situation.
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5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
5.2 Operator
WARNING
￭ Operating an outdoor power tool can be strenuous. The
operator must be in good physical condition and mental
health. To reduce the risk of personal injury from fatigue
and loss of control:
– Check with your doctor before using a power tool if
you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate a power tool while under the
influence of any substance (drug, alcohol or
medication, etc.) that might impair vision, balance,
dexterity or judgment.
– Be alert. Do not operate a power tool when you are
tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the AP Battery Bag.
5.3 Using the AP Battery Bag
WARNING
￭ Misuse may result in personal injury and property
damage.
– Use the battery bag only as described in this
instruction manual.
￭ Using an AP Battery Bag that is modified, damaged,
improperly adjusted or improperly maintained can lead to
a malfunction and increase the risk of serious personal
injury or death.
– Always check the battery bag for damage before
inserting a battery.
– Never attempt to modify the battery bag in any way.
– If the battery bag or any part is damaged or does not
function properly, take it to your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. Do not use the battery bag until the
problem has been corrected.
– Do not disassemble the battery bag. There are no
user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ Before inserting a battery into the AP Battery Bag:
– Check the electrical contacts in the battery bag for
corrosion or other foreign matter. Keep clean. If the
electrical contacts are dirty or corroded, take the
battery bag to your authorized STIHL servicing
dealer before use.
– Never insert a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked,
leaking or deformed battery into the battery bag.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
power tool before inserting the connecting cord into
the power tool socket or the AP Adapter into the
power tool's battery compartment.
￭ To reduce the risk of short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion:
– Never transport metallic, pointed or sharp objects in
the AP Battery Bag. They may bridge the electrical
contacts in the AP battery and cause a short circuit.
– Never insert a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked or
deformed battery into the battery bag.
– Never insert the connecting cord into a
malfunctioning, damaged, cracked or deformed
power tool or AP Adapter.
– Never store a battery in the battery bag. Never store
your AP Adapter in the STIHL power tool.
– Protect the battery bag from damp or corrosive
conditions, or conditions that could lead to corrosion
of its metal components.
– Protect the battery bag from exposure to corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
– Keep the AP Battery Bag dry. Protect it
from rain, water, liquids and damp
conditions. Never insert an AP battery if
either the battery or the battery bag is
wet.
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￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury or death
from unintentional starting of the power tool connected to
the AP Battery Bag:
– Be sure the power tool is switched off and the
retaining latch is in the locked position before
inserting the connecting cord or AP Adapter into the
power tool.
– Never leave the battery bag unattended when a
battery is inserted or when it is connected to a power
tool.
￭ To reduce the risk of serious personal injury from loss of
control during operation:
– Read and follow all safety precautions and
instructions related to the power tool connected to
the battery bag.
– Make sure you have good balance and secure
footing at all times. Take special care in slippery
conditions (wet ground, snow) and in overgrown
terrain.
– Watch for hidden obstacles such as tree stumps,
roots, rocks, holes and ditches to avoid stumbling or
falling.
– Be extremely cautious when working on slopes or
uneven ground, as the battery bag may alter your
center of balance. Do not overreach.
– Never work with the battery bag in trees, on roofs, or
ladders or any other insecure support.
￭ To reduce the risk of injury from tripping on the connecting
cord or losing control of the power tool:
– Always position and secure the connecting cord so
that it will not interfere with your power tool or proper
working technique. Keep the connecting cord away
from the cutting attachment of the power tool.
– Remain aware of the location of the connecting cord
while working. Prevent it from contacting the power
tool’s cutting attachment or catching on other
objects, which could cause you to lose balance or
control of the power tool, resulting in serious
personal injury and property damage.
￭ Using an AP battery that is damaged, or an AP Battery
Bag that is damaged, modified or improperly adjusted, can
lead to a malfunction and increase the risk of serious
personal injury and property damage. Before inserting a
battery:
– Always check the battery for proper condition and
operation.
– Check the battery, connecting cord, power tool
socket or, if using the AP Adapter, power tool battery
compartment and AP Adapter, for corrosion, foreign
matter and damage.
– Never attempt to use, charge or store a
malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or
deformed battery. Take it to your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer immediately. Do not use, charge or
store the battery until the problem has been
corrected.
– Make sure the nylon straps and other components of
the battery bag are in good condition, properly
adjusted and secure on your STIHL Battery Belt or
other work belt with a quick-release buckle. If any of
the straps are worn, weakened, cracked or
damaged, contact your authorized STIHL servicing
dealer to have them repaired or replaced.
– Remove the connecting cord or AP
Adapter from the power tool before
assembling, transporting, adjusting,
inspecting, cleaning, servicing,
maintaining or storing the power tool.
Remove the connecting cord or AP
Adapter immediately in the event of a
malfunction or emergency and any time
the tool is not in use.
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￭ The operator must be able to remove the AP Battery Bag
quickly in the event of an emergency. In an emergency,
open and remove the STIHL Battery Belt or work belt by
releasing the quick-release buckle.
– Do not attach the battery bag to a belt without a
quick-release buckle.
– Never attach the quick-release work belt through the
belt loops on your work pants, as this will make
removing the battery bag more difficult in an
emergency situation.
– To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
emergency, practice quickly opening the quick-
release buckle on the waist belt and lowering the
battery bag to the ground. To avoid damage, ease
the battery bag to the ground when practicing. Do
not allow the battery bag to drop to the ground and
do not throw it.
5.4 Connecting Cord
WARNING
￭ Using a damaged connecting cord may result in fire,
electric shock and other personal injury or property
damage. To reduce these risks:
– Check the connecting cord regularly for damage. If it
becomes damaged, immediately disconnect it from
the power tool or AP Adapter. Never use a damaged
connecting cord.
– Do not abrade, crush, jerk, or otherwise abuse or
misuse the connecting cord. Protect it from heat, oil
and sharp edges.
– If the connecting cord becomes damaged, have it
replaced by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer
before use. A damaged connecting cord must be
replaced with an identical STIHL replacement part.
– Unplug the connecting cord from the power tool or
AP Adapter when the power tool is not in use.
– Never yank or jerk the connecting cord to
disconnect. To unplug the connecting cord from the
power tool, grasp the plug, not the connecting cord.
The connecting cord cannot be removed from the AP
Battery Bag.
– Check the AP Adapter, the connecting cord and its
plug for signs of damage. Never use a damaged AP
Adapter, connecting cord or plug.
– Make sure the insulation of the connecting cord and
plug are in good condition.
– Straighten a twisted connecting cord before use.
– Position the connecting cord so that it cannot be
reached or damaged by the cutting or working
attachment of the power tool being used.
– Do not use the connecting cord for any purpose
other than providing an electrical connection
between the battery in the battery bag and your
authorized STIHL power tool. For example, do not
use it for carrying or hanging up the battery bag or a
power tool.
5.5 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
WARNING
￭ There are no user-authorized repairs for the AP Battery
Bag. To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or other
personal injury or property damage:
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
battery bag. There are no user-serviceable parts
inside.
– Users may carry out only the cleaning and
maintenance operations in this manual. Users must
not attempt any other cleaning, maintenance or
repair.
– Strictly follow the cleaning and maintenance
instructions in the appropriate sections of this
instruction manual.
– STIHL recommends that all repair work be
performed by authorized STIHL servicing dealers.
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￭ Unintentional starting of the power tool may result in
personal injury or property damage. To reduce the risk of
personal injury and property damage from unintentional
starting, disconnect the AP Battery Bag from the power
tool:
– Before inspecting, adjusting or cleaning the battery,
battery bag or power tool.
– Before handling the power tool's cutting or working
attachment.
– Before leaving the battery, battery bag or power tool
unattended.
– Before transporting or storing the battery or the battery
bag.
– In the event of a malfunction or in an emergency.
– Any time the battery or the battery bag is not in use.
￭ Use of parts that are not authorized or approved by STIHL
may cause serious or fatal injury or property damage.
– STIHL recommends that only identical STIHL
replacement parts be used for repair or
maintenance.
￭ To reduce the risk of short circuit and fire:
– Keep the electrical guides in the AP Battery Bag, AP
Adapter and in the power tool’s battery compartment
free of foreign matter. Clean as necessary with a dry
cloth or soft, dry brush.
￭ Improper storage can result in unauthorized use, damage
to the AP Battery Bag and an increased risk of fire, electric
shock and other personal injury or property damage.
Before storing:
– Remove the connecting cord from the power tool or
AP Adapter.
– Store the battery bag indoors in a dry, secure place
that cannot be accessed by children or other
unauthorized users.
– Never store the battery bag in damp or corrosive
environments or in conditions that could lead to the
corrosion of its metal components.
– Never store the battery bag plugged into the AP
Adapter or power tool.
– Never store the battery or the battery bag in a metal
container or in a container with metal objects (e.g.,
paper clips, nails, coins, keys, etc.)
6.1 Warnings and Instructions
WARNING
￭ Use of unauthorized batteries can damage the AP Battery
Bag and the power tool being used, resulting in fire,
explosion and personal injury and property damage.
– Use only genuine STIHL AP batteries with the
battery bag.
￭ Use of STIHL AP batteries for any purpose other than
powering STIHL power tools could be extremely
dangerous.
– Use STIHL AP batteries only to power compatible
STIHL power tools.
￭ Use of unauthorized chargers can damage the battery and
result in fire, explosion and personal injury and property
damage.
– Use only genuine STIHL AL chargers to charge
STIHL AP batteries.
￭ STIHL AP batteries contain safety features and devices
which, if damaged, may allow the battery to generate heat,
rupture, leak, ignite or explode.
– Never heat STIHL AP batteries above 212 °F (100
°C).
– Never store STIHL AP batteries in direct sunlight or
inside a vehicle in hot weather.
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￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury and property damage
in the event the battery emits smoke, an unusual smell or
feels unusually hot while using, charging or storing:
– Immediately discontinue using or charging the
battery. Prepare to contact the authorities in the
event of fire or explosion.
￭ To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion:
– Never immerse the battery in water or other liquids.
– Never bridge the battery terminals with wires or
other metallic objects.
– Keep a battery that is not in use away from metal
objects (e.g., paper clips, nails, coins, keys).
– Never transport or store the battery in a metal
container.
– Store the battery indoors in a dry room.
– Never store the battery in damp or corrosive
environments or in conditions that could lead to
corrosion of its metal components.
– Never store the battery in the battery bag or charger.
– Protect the battery from exposure to corrosive
agents such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.
– Protect the battery from exposure to conductive
liquids such as salt water.
– Do not attempt to repair, open or disassemble the
battery. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
￭ Leaking battery fluid is potentially harmful and can cause
skin and eye irritation, chemical burns and other serious
personal injury.
– Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
– Use an inert absorbent such as sand on spilled
battery fluid.
– In the event of accidental contact, immediately rinse
the contact area thoroughly with mild soap and
water.
– If fluid gets into your eye(s): Do not rub. Rinse water
over the open eye(s) for at least 15 minutes and
seek medical attention.
￭ A battery fire can be dangerous. To reduce the risk of
severe personal injury and property damage in the event
of fire:
– Evacuate the area. Fire can spread rapidly. Stay
clear of any vapors generated and maintain a safe
distance.
– Contact the fire department.
– Although water can be used to put out a battery fire,
use of a multi-purpose dry chemical fire extinguisher
is preferable.
– Consult the fire department regarding proper
disposal of a burned battery.
7.1 Status of Battery Bag, Battery and Power Tool
An acoustic signal and four LEDs are used to communicate
the status of the AP Battery Bag, its battery and the attached
power tool.
The battery bag produces an acoustic signal that will consist
of a single short beep (1), or a rapid succession of short
beeps (2):
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1 A short beep
A short beep means that the AP battery is inserted
properly and is ready for operation. If the power tool is
switched back on again after a break lasting 10 minutes
or more, another short beep will be emitted.
2 Rapid succession of short beeps
A rapid succession of multiple beeps when you insert the
AP battery means that there is a malfunction in the
battery, the battery bag or the power tool. Do not attempt
to charge, use or store the battery. Replace the battery.
The LEDs on the AP battery can glow or flash green or red.
If three LEDs glow red continuously: the power tool motor is
too hot. Allow the motor to cool down.
If three LEDs flash red when you activate the trigger switch:
the power tool has an electrical malfunction. Do not operate
the power tool. Have it checked by an authorized STIHL
servicing dealer before use or storage.
► Be aware that your ability to hear the acoustic signal
produced by the battery bag may be reduced when
wearing hearing protection.
For troubleshooting information, @ 16.
7.2 Charge Status
The LEDs on the battery also show the battery's state of
charge.
To determine the battery's state of charge:
► Press the button (1) on the battery.
The LEDs on the battery will glow or flash green for about
5 seconds and indicate the state of charge (see
illustration).
For example:
If four green LEDs glow continuously: full charge.
If one green LED is flashing: less than 20 % charge.
8.1 Preparing the AP Battery Bag for Operation
Before starting work:
► Check the AP Battery Bag, connecting cord, plug and
power tool socket for signs of damage. If using the AP
Adapter, always check it and the power tool's battery
compartment for signs of damage before starting work.
Never use a damaged battery bag, connecting cord, plug
or socket. Never use a damaged AP Adapter or power tool
with a damaged battery compartment.
► Make sure before use that the insulation of the connecting
cord is in good condition.
If one LED glows red continuously: the battery is
either too hot or too cold. Allow the battery to
warm up or cool down gradually at an ambient
temperature of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to
20 °C).
If all four LEDs flash red: the battery has a
malfunction and must be replaced. Do not
attempt to charge, use or store the battery.
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► Check the electrical contacts in the battery bag and on the
plug to make sure that they are free of foreign matter and
corrosion. If working with an AP Adapter, make sure that
its electrical contacts and the contacts in the power tool's
battery compartment are free of foreign matter.
► Straighten a twisted connecting cord before use.
► Fully charge the battery outside of the battery bag before
use.
9.1 Attaching the AP Battery Bag to Your Belt
WARNING
Never transport metallic, pointed or sharp objects in the AP
Battery Bag. They may cause a short circuit once a battery
is inserted.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of injury from tripping on the connecting
cord or losing control of the power tool, always secure the
connecting cord with the hook and eye fastener on the cord
holder. Always position and secure the connecting cord so
that it will not interfere with your power tool or proper working
technique. Always manage the cord appropriately to prevent
it from coming into contact with the cutting attachment or
catching on objects, which could cause you to lose balance
or control of the power tool, resulting in serious personal
injury and property damage.
To attach the AP Battery Bag to the STIHL Battery Belt or
other work belt with a quick-release buckle:
► Release the hook and eye fastener by pulling on the belt
strap (1). Pull the belt strap out of the ring (2).
► Thread the belt strap through the battery belt (3) and down
through the ring.
► Thread the belt strap back up through the battery belt and
fasten it to the battery bag (4).
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► Insert the battery (5) into the battery bag.
► Secure the battery in the battery bag with the strap (6).
To help reduce the risk of injury in the event of an
emergency, practice quickly opening the quick-release
buckle on the waist belt and lowering the battery bag to the
ground. To avoid damage, ease the battery bag to the
ground when practicing. Do not allow the battery to drop to
the ground and do not throw it. Never loop the quick-release
work belt through the belt loops on your work pants.
9.2 Positioning and Adjusting the Connecting Cord
The connecting cord can be secured in different positions
and adjusted to suit the height and reach of the operator.
The length of the connecting cord can be adjusted by
making a loop (1) and securing it with the cord holder (2) on
the top of the Battery Bag (3).
► Always position and secure the connecting cord so that it
will not interfere with your power tool or proper working
technique.
WARNING
Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked, leaking or
deformed battery. Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10 °C to
50 °C), @ 6.
WARNING
To reduce the risk of unintended activation, never store the
power tool with the connecting cord of the AP Battery Bag
inserted into the power tool socket. Always remove the
connecting cord before storing the power tool, @ 5.3.
10.1 Connecting to a Power Tool with an Integrated
Socket
To connect the battery bag to a power tool with an integrated
socket:
► Line up the arrow on the connecting cord plug (1) with the
arrow on the power tool socket (2).
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► Push the plug into the socket with steady, even pressure
until it is fully inserted. The battery bag and power tool are
now connected.
For further information on activating and operating the
power tool, see the instruction manual of the power tool
being used with this battery bag.
10.2 Connecting to a Power Tool with a Battery
Compartment
To connect the battery bag to a power tool with a battery
compartment:
► Line up the arrow on the connecting cord plug (1) with the
arrow on the AP Adapter (3).
► Push the plug into the AP Adapter socket (2) with steady,
even pressure until it is fully inserted.
► Push the AP Adapter into the power tool's battery
compartment (4) until it engages with an audible click. The
battery bag and the power tool are now connected.
For further information on activating and operating the
power tool, see the instruction manual of the power tool
being operated with this battery bag.
10.3 Disconnecting
WARNING
To reduce the risk of severe personal injury and property
damage from unintended activation, always remove the
connecting cord from the power tool before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the power tool and any other time it is not in use.
► Switch off the power tool as described in its instruction
manual.
► If a power tool with an integrated socket is used, pull the
plug out of the power tool socket with steady, even
pressure.
► If a power tool with battery compartment is used, remove
AP Adapter from power tool's battery compartment and
then pull the plug out of the AP Adapter socket with
steady, even pressure.
11.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage
To prepare the AP Battery Bag for transportation or storage:
► Switch off the power tool as described in its instruction
manual.
► Disconnect the battery bag, @ 10.3.
► If the battery or battery bag became wet during operation,
allow them to dry separately and completely before
charging or storing.
12.1 Transporting the AP Battery Bag
► Before transporting, take the battery out of the AP Battery
Bag and remove the connecting cord from the power tool
socket. Alternatively, if a power tool with battery
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compartment is used, remove the AP Adapter from the
power tool's battery compartment and remove the
connecting cord from the AP Adapter. @ 10.3.
13.1 Storing the AP Battery Bag
WARNING
Store the battery bag indoors in a dry, secure place that is
inaccessible to children and other unauthorized users.
Never store the battery in the battery bag.
When storing the AP Battery Bag:
► Clean the battery bag.
► Store the battery bag indoors in a dry and secure location,
out of the reach of children and other unauthorized
persons.
► Loop the connecting cord and secure it with the cord
holder on the top of the battery bag.
14.1 Clean the Contact Surfaces of the Connecting
Cord
► Disconnect the battery bag, @ 10.3.
► Clean the contact surfaces (1) with a dry cloth.
► If a dis-coloration (arrow) is visible on the contact
surfaces: Sand down the dis-coloration with a fine P 600
sand paper until the contact surfaces shine again.
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15.1 Inspecting and Maintaining the AP Battery Bag
WARNING
To reduce the risk of personal injury from unintended
activation, remove the connecting cord from the power tool
or AP Adapter before carrying out any inspection, cleaning
or maintenance. Carry out only the maintenance operations
described in this manual. There are no user-authorized
repairs. STIHL recommends that repair work be performed
by authorized STIHL servicing dealers.
Proper maintenance of the AP Battery Bag includes the
following activities:
► Clean dust and dirt off the battery bag and battery with a
dry cloth or soft, dry brush.
► Do not use solvents or aggressive detergents to clean the
battery bag or battery. They may damage the plastic
housing and other components.
► Do not spray the battery bag or battery with water.
► Having worn, missing or damaged safety labels replaced
by an authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
If you make a warranty claim for a component which has not
been serviced or maintained properly, coverage may be
denied.
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16 Troubleshooting Guide
16.1 AP Battery Bag
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Always disconnect the AP Battery Bag from the power tool before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance.
Condition LEDs and
Acoustic
Signals
Cause Remedy
Power tool does not
start when switched
on or power tool cuts
out during operation.
No electrical contact
between battery bag
and battery.
► Remove the battery.
► Visually check the electrical contacts in the battery bag.
► Reinsert the battery.
► If the power tool still does not start, clean the contact
surfaces on the connecting cord, @ 14.1.
1 LED flashes
green.
Battery has low
charge.
► Charge the battery as described in the charger’s instruction
manual.
1 LED glows
red.
Battery too hot or too
cold.
► Remove the battery.
► Allow the battery to warm up or cool down gradually at
ambient temperatures of about 50 °F to 68 °F (10 °C to
20 °C).
3 LEDs flash
red.
Malfunction in power
tool.
► Remove the battery and reinsert it.
► Switch on the power tool.
► If the LEDs still flash, do not attempt to use the power tool.
The power tool has a malfunction and must be checked by
a servicing dealer.
3 LEDs glow
red.
Power tool too hot. ► Allow the power tool to cool down.
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4 LEDs flash
red and a rapid
succession of
short beeps is
emitted.
Malfunction in
battery.
► Remove the battery from the battery bag and reinsert it.
► Switch on the power tool.
► If the LEDs continue to flash and if the rapid succession of
short beeps is still emitted, do not attempt to use the
battery.
The battery has a malfunction and must be replaced.
Battery bag is too
hot.
► Allow the battery bag to cool down.
A rapid
succession of
short beeps is
emitted.
Malfunction in power
tool or in battery bag.
► Remove the battery.
► Visually check the electrical contacts in the battery bag.
► Reinsert the battery into the battery bag.
► Switch on the power tool.
► If the rapid succession of short beeps is still emitted, do not
attempt to use the power tool or the battery bag.
The power tool or the battery bag has a malfunction and
must be checked by a servicing dealer.
Always disconnect the AP Battery Bag from the power tool before carrying out any inspection, cleaning or maintenance.
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Cause Remedy
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17 Replacement Parts and Equipment
17.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
STIHL recommends the use of genuine STIHL replacement
parts. Genuine STIHL parts can be identified by the STIHL
part number, the logo and, in some cases, by the
STIHL parts symbol . The symbol may appear alone on
small parts.
18.1 Disposal of the AP Battery Bag
STIHL products must not be thrown in household trash or
disposed of except as outlined in this manual.
► Take the battery bag, accessories and packaging to an
approved disposal site for environmentally friendly
recycling.
► Contact your authorized STIHLservicing dealer for the
latest information on disposal and recycling.
19.1 STIHL Incorporated Limited Warranty Policy
This product is sold subject to the STIHL Incorporated
Limited Warranty Policy, available at
www.stihlusa.com/warranty.html. It can also be obtained
from your authorized STIHL dealer or by calling
1-800-GO-STIHL (1-800-467-8445).
20.1 Registered Trademarks
20.2 Common Law Trademarks
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18 Disposal
19 Limited Warranty
20 Trademarks
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The color combination
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#3,010,057, #3,010,058,
#3,400,477; and
#3,400,476)
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