► If 3 LEDs on the battery flash red: Remove the
battery and contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
There is a fault in the weeder.
► Release the trigger.
The blades stop rotating after a short period of
time.
► If the blades continue to rotate: Remove the
battery and contact a STIHL servicing dealer.
The weeder is defective.
11.2
Checking the Blades
► Switch off the weeder.
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b
c
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► Measure the following points on the blades:
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Length a
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Width b
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Angle c
► Compare measurements, 20.2.
► If the length is below the minimum: Offset the
► If the width is below the minimum: Replace the
► If the sharpening angle is not correct: Sharpen
► If you are unsure: Consult a STIHL servicing
dealer.
11.3
Testing the Battery
► Press button on battery.
The LEDs glow or flash.
► If the LEDs do not glow or flash: Do not use
the battery and contact your STIHL servicing
dealer.
There is a malfunction in the battery.
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Holding and guiding the
weeder
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► Hook the perforated strip (2) into the carabi‐
ner (1).
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► Hold the weeder firmly with your right hand on
the control handle so that your thumb wraps
around the control handle.
► Hold the weeder with your the left hand on the
handle so that your thumb wraps around the
handle.
12.2
Setting the Power Level
Depending on the application, you can set 3
power levels. The LEDs indicate the selected
power level. The higher the power level, the
faster the blades will rotate.
The selected power level affects the battery’s
runtime. The lower the power level, the longer
the runtime.
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► Press and hold the trigger lockout (1).
► Press the unlock button (2).
The LEDs illuminate to indicate the selected
power level.
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