STIHL HLA 135, 135 K Instruction Manual
English © ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG 2021 0458-683-0121-A. VA0.M20. 0000009192_001_GB Printed on chlorine-free paper Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled. Translation of Original Instruction Manual Contents 1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 2 2.1 2.2 2.3 Guide to Using this Manual . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Applicable Documents. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
English 1 Introduction 18 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24 18.1 Troubleshooting Hedge Trimmer and Battery . . . . . . . 24 19 Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.1 STIHL HLA 135, HLA 135 K long-reach hedge trimmer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.2 Cutting blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19.
English 3 Overview 2.2 3 Overview 3.1 Warning Notices in Text DANGER This notice refers to risks which result in serious or fatal injury. ► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the precautions mentioned. WARNING This notice refers to risks which can result in serious or fatal injury. ► Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the precautions mentioned.
English 5 Blade scabbard The blade scabbard protects against contact with the cutting blades. 6 Screw plug The screw plug closes the filler opening for STIHL gear grease. 7 Swivel handle Serves to adjust angle of cutting blades. 8 Sliding sleeve Unlocks the blade angle adjuster. 9 Locking lever The locking lever holds the battery in the battery compartment. 19 LEDs The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and any faults. 20 Battery Supplies power to the long-reach hedge trimmer.
English 3 Overview 1 Shaft The shaft connects all components. 2 Handle hose For holding and controlling the long-reach hedge trimmer. 3 Cutting blades The cutting blades cut the hedge. 4 Blade scabbard The blade scabbard protects against contact with the cutting blades. 16 Control handle For operating, holding and controlling the long-reach hedge trimmer. 17 Air filter The air filter filters the air entering the engine. 18 LEDs The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and any faults.
English 4 Safety Precautions Maintain a safety distance. The information next to the symbol indicates the energy content of the battery according to the cell manufacturer’s specification. The energy content available in operation is lower. Do not dispose of the product with domestic waste. Remove the battery during work stoppages, transport, storage, maintenance or repair. 4 Safety Precautions Protect battery from heat and fire. 4.
English 4 Safety Precautions WARNING mental ability is restricted, he or she may work only under the supervision of or as instructed by a responsible person. ￭ Batteries not explicitly approved for the long-reach hedge trimmer by STIHL may cause fire or explosion. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be damaged. ► Use the long-reach hedge trimmer with a STIHL AP battery or a STIHL AR battery.
English 4 Safety Precautions ￭ Dust can be whipped up during operation. Whipped up dust can damage the respiratory passages and cause allergic reactions. ► If dust is generated: Wear a dust respirator mask. ￭ Unsuitable clothing may snag on wood, thickets or the long-reach hedge trimmer. Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk of serious injury. ► Wear close-fitting clothing. ► Remove scarves and jewelry. ￭ The user may come into contact with the cutting blades during cleaning or servicing.
English 4 Safety Precautions ► Do not immerse the battery in liquids. ► Only fit original STIHL accessories designed for this long-reach hedge trimmer. ► Attach accessories as described in this User Manual or in the User Manual for the accessories. ► Keep the battery away from metallic objects. ► Do not expose the battery to high pressure. ► Do not expose the battery to microwaves. ► Protect the battery from chemicals and salts. 4.
English WARNING ￭ The battery cannot function safely if it is not in safe condition. There is a risk of serious injury to persons. ► Use an undamaged and functioning battery. ► Do not charge a damaged or defective battery. ► If the battery is dirty or wet: clean the battery and allow it to dry. ► Do not modify the battery. ► Do not insert objects into the apertures in the battery. ► Never connect the battery terminals to metallic objects and cause a short circuit. ► Do not open the battery.
English 4 Safety Precautions ￭ If the behavior of the long-reach hedge trimmer changes during operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. This may result in serious injury to people and damage to property. ► Stop working, remove the battery and consult a STIHL dealer. ￭ Vibrations may occur while using the long-reach hedge trimmer. ► Wear gloves. ► Take breaks. ► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur: Consult a doctor.
English 4.9 4.9.1 4 Safety Precautions Storing Long-reach hedge trimmer WARNING ￭ Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of the long-reach hedge trimmer. Children may be seriously injured. ► Remove the battery. ► Push the blade scabbard over the cutting blades, ensuring that it completely covers the cutting blades. ► Store the long-reach hedge trimmer out of the reach of children. ￭ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the longreach hedge trimmer and metal components.
English 5 Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. They may cause serious injury to persons. ► Clean the long-reach hedge trimmer, cutting blades and battery as described in this User Manual. ￭ If the long-reach hedge trimmer, cutting blades or battery are not serviced or repaired correctly, components may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. This may result in serous or fatal injury to people.
English 6 Charging the Battery, LEDs 6 Charging the Battery, LEDs 7 Assembling the Hedge Trimmer 6.1 7.1 Charging the Battery The charging time depends on several factors, e.g. temperature of the battery or the ambient temperature. The actual charging time may differ from the specified charging time. For specified charging times see www.stihl.com/charging-times. Assembling the Long-Reach Hedge Trimmer ► Switch off the long-reach hedge trimmer and remove the battery.
English 8 Removing and Fitting the Battery 8.2 1 2 Removing the Battery ► Stand the hedge trimmer on a level surface. 2 3 4 7 ► ► ► ► ► Fit the clamp (4) in the loop handle (3). Place the loop handle (3) with clamp (4) on the shaft (5). Fit the washers (2) on the screws (1). Press the clamp (6) against the shaft (5). Insert the screws (1) through holes in the loop handle (3) and clamps (4 and 6). ► Slide the loop handle (3) until the distance (a) is 20 cm.
English ► Push the release slide (2) in the direction of the loop handle with your thumb and hold it there. The LEDs emit light to indicate the power level used last. ► Press the trigger (3) with your index finger and keep depressed. The long-reach hedge trimmer accelerates and the cutting blades run. The LEDs continue flashing for 5 seconds after the trigger (3) and trigger lockout (1) are released after switch-on.
English 11 Operating the Hedge Trimmer 1 11.3 Holding and controlling the long-reach hedge trimmer 55° 2 90° 11.2 Fitting and Adjusting the Shoulder Strap 0000-GXX-2990-A0 1 2 ► Connect the carrying ring (2) to the carabiner (1). 0000097178_001 ► Pull back the sliding sleeve (1) and hold it there. ► Grip the swivel handle (2) and swing cutting blade to required angle. ► Release the sliding sleeve (1). ► Move swivel handle (2) back and forth until the sliding sleeve (1) engages.
English 11 Operating the Hedge Trimmer 0000-GXX-4570-A0 HLA 135 ► Hold the long-reach hedge trimmer with one hand on the control handle and clasp the control handle with your thumb. ► Hold the long-reach hedge trimmer with your other hand on the loop handle and clasp the loop handle with your thumb. ► Push the release slide (2) in the direction of the cutting blades with your thumb. The LEDs emit light to indicate the power level selected.
English 12 After Finishing Work ► If cutting performance deteriorates: Sharpen the cutting blades. Cutting overhead ► If you have to cut at a certain distance from the hedge: Set the cutting blades to a suitable angle. ► Swing the long-reach hedge trimmer in an arc at one side of the hedge while making the cut. ► Move forward slowly in a controlled manner. ► Cut the other side of the hedge in the same way. ► If cutting performance deteriorates: Sharpen the cutting blades.
English 13 Transporting 13.2 Transporting the Battery ► Clean the battery. 13 Transporting 13.1 Transporting the long-reach hedge trimmer ► Switch off the long-reach hedge trimmer and remove the battery. ► Push the blade scabbard over the cutting blades, ensuring that it completely covers the cutting blades. Carrying the long-reach hedge trimmer For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/safety-datasheets 2 14 Storing 4 3 0000097315_001 1 ► Pull back and hold the sliding sleeve (4).
English 15 Cleaning – Battery is in a temperature range between -10°C and +50°C. 2 15.1 Cleaning the long-reach hedge trimmer ► Switch off the long-reach hedge trimmer and remove the battery. ► Clean the long-reach hedge trimmer with a damp cloth or STIHL resin solvent. ► Clean vents with a paintbrush. ► Remove foreign objects from the battery compartment and clean the battery compartment with a damp cloth. ► Clean the electrical contacts in the battery compartment with a paintbrush or soft brush. 15.
English 17 Repairing After every 50 hours of operation ► Switch off the long-reach hedge trimmer and remove the battery. ► Clean the air filter. Annually ► Have the long-reach hedge trimmer checked by a STIHL dealer. 2 2 1 0000097316_001 1 0000-GXX-1426-A0 16.2 Lubricating the gearbox ► Unscrew the screw plugs (1). ► If no grease is visible at the screw plugs (1): ► Screw in the tube of "STIHL Getriebefett" (2). ► Squeeze 5 g of STIHL gear grease into the gear housing.
17 Repairing English ► If the battery has a malfunction or is damaged: Replace the battery.
English 18 Troubleshooting 18 Troubleshooting 18.1 Troubleshooting Hedge Trimmer and Battery Condition LEDs on Battery Hedge trimmer does 1 LED flashes not start when green. switched on. 1 LED glows red. Remedy ► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers. Battery too hot or too cold. ► Remove the battery. ► Allow battery to cool down / warm up. 3 LEDs flash red. There is a malfunction in ► Remove the battery. the hedge trimmer.
English 18 Troubleshooting Condition Hedge trimmer runtime is too short LEDs on Battery Cause There is a electrical malfunction. Battery not fully charged. Normal battery life has been exceeded. 0458-683-0121-A Remedy ► Remove battery and insert it again. ► Switch on the hedge trimmer. ► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers. ► Replace the battery.
English 19 Specifications 19.1 STIHL HLA 135, HLA 135 K long-reach hedge trimmer 19 Specifications 19.3 STIHL AP battery – Battery Technology: Lithium-ion – Voltage: 36 V – Capacity in Ah: see rating label – Energy content in Wh: see rating label HLA 135 – Weight in kg: see rating label – Permitted batteries: – Permissible temperature range for operation and storage: -10°C to +50°C – STIHL AP – STIHL AR – Weight without battery: 5.6 kg 19.
19 Specifications English – Vibration level ahv measured according to ISO 22867 – Control handle: 2.3 m/s² – Handle hose: 2.7 m/s² The vibration levels indicated were measured according to a standardized test method and can be used as a basis for comparing electric power tools. The vibration levels actually occurring may vary from the values indicated, depending on the type of application. The vibration levels indicated can be used for an initial estimate of the vibration stress.
English 20 Combinations of Carrying Systems 20 Combinations of Carrying Systems 21 Spare Parts and Accessories 20.1 Combinations of Carrying Systems 21.1 Spare parts and accessories The long-reach hedge trimmer must be used only in combination with a carrying system.
English 24 General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Category: Cordless long-reach hedge trimmer – manufacturer's brand: STIHL – Model: HLA 135, HLA 135 K 24 General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Serial identification: HA04 24.
English 24.3 Electrical safety a) Electric power tool plugs must match the outlet. The plug must not be modified in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) electric power tools. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock. b) Avoid touching earthed surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ovens and refrigerators with any part of your body. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
English 24 General Power Tool Safety Warnings d) Unused electric power tools must be stored out of the reach of children. Do not let anyone use the electric power tool who is not familiar with it or has not read the instructions and advice. Electric power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users. d) Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
English 24 General Power Tool Safety Warnings c) When transporting or storing the hedge trimmer, always fit the blade scabbard. Proper handling of the hedge trimmer will reduce the risk of injury from the cutter blades. d) Before removing trapped cuttings or servicing the machine, ensure that all switches are switched off and the battery has been removed or is switched off. Unexpected startup of the hedge trimmer while removing trapped cuttings may cause severe injuries.
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