STIHL SHA 56 Cordless Vacuum Shredder Instruction Manual

: June 9, 2024
: STIHL

STIHL SHA 56 Cordless Vacuum Shredder

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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 dealers guarantee competent advice and instruction as well as comprehensive service support. STIHL expressly commit itself to sustainable and responsible handling of natural resources. This user manual is intended to help you use your STIHL product safely and in an environmentally friendly manner over a long service life.

We thank you for your confidence in us and hope you will enjoy working with your STIHL product.

IMPORTANT! READ BEFORE USING AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR REFERENCE.

Guide to Using this Manual

Applicable Documents

The local safety regulations apply.

In addition to this User Manual, you should also read, understand and retain the following documents:
- Safety notices and precautions for STIHL AK battery.
- User manual for STIHL AL 101, 301, 500 chargers
- Instruction Manual and packaging of the accessory used
- Safety information for STIHL batteries and products with built-in batteries: www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets

Symbols used with warnings in the text

WARNING

This symbol indicates dangers that can cause serious injuries or death.
The measures indicated can avoid serious injuries or death.

NOTICE

This symbol indicates dangers that can cause damage to property.
The measures indicated can avoid damage to property.

Symbols in Text
This symbol refers to a chapter in this instruction manual.

Overview

Vacuum Shredder and Battery

Battery compartment
The battery compartment holds the battery.
Locking lever
The locking lever holds the battery in the battery compartment.
Loop handle
For holding and controlling the vacuum shredder.
Shield
The shield protects the user from moving parts inside the vacuum shredder.
Suction tube
The suction tube guides the sweepings into the vacuum shredder.
Nozzle
The nozzle guides the sweepings to the suction tube.
Catcher bag
The catcher bag collects the sweepings.
Shoulder strap
Serves to carry the vacuum shredder.
Retaining latch
The retaining latch retains the control handle in its position.
Control handle
The control handle is used to operate, control and carry the vacuum shredder.
Ergo lever
The Ergo lever holds the release slide in position when the trigger is released.
Release slide
The release slide releases the trigger.
Trigger
Switches the vacuum shredder on and off.
Blower tube
The blower tube directs the air stream.
Nozzle
The nozzle directs and controls the air stream.
Battery
The battery supplies the blower with energy.
LEDs
The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and any faults.
Button
The button activates the LEDs on the battery.

Rating plate with machine number

Icons
Meaning of icons that may be on the vacuum shredder and the battery:

This symbol indicates that the control handle can be rotated 180°.
1 LED lights up red. The battery is too warm or too cold.
4 LEDs flash red. There is a fault in the battery.
Guaranteed sound power level in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) for the purpose of comparing the sound emissions of products.
The information next to the symbol indicates the energy content of the battery according to the cell manufacturer’s specifications. The energy content available in operation is lower.
Do not dispose of the product with domestic waste.

Safety Precautions

Warning symbols
The warning symbols on the vacuum shredder or battery have the following meaning:

Observe safety warnings and take the necessary precautions.
Read and understand the User Manual and keep it in a safe place.
Wear protective glasses.
Observe the safety advice concerning flying objects and associated measures.
Tie back long hair and confine it so that it cannot be pulled into the vacuum shredder.
Remove the battery during work inter‐ruptions, transport, storage, maintenance or repair.
Protect the vacuum shredder from rain and dampness.
Maintain a safe distance.
Do not touch moving parts in the blower wheel. If the suction tube is not mounted: Close the shield.
Use the vacuum shredder only with the suction tube attached and the nozzle attached.
Protect battery against heat and fire.
Protect the battery against rain and moisture and do not immerse it in liq‐uids.

Intended Use
The STIHL SHA 56 vacuum shredder is intended for sucking up leaves, cut grass and similar sweepings and for blowing off leaves, grass, paper and similar material. The vacuum shredder must not be used in the rain. The STIHL AK battery supplies power to the vac‐uum shredder.

WARNING

Batteries not approved by STIHL for the vac‐uum shredder may cause fires and explosions. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be damaged.
- Use the vacuum shredder with a STIHL AK battery.
Failure to use the vacuum shredder or battery as intended may result in serious or fatal injury to people and damage to property.
- Use the vacuum shredder and battery as described in this user manual.
- Use the battery as described in the STIHL AK user manual.

Requirements concerning the user

WARNING

Users without adequate training or instruction cannot recognize or assess the risks involved in using the vacuum shredder and battery. The user or other persons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
- Read, understand and keep the User Manual.
If the vacuum shredder or battery is passed on to another person: Always give them the user manual.
Make sure that the user meets the following conditions:
- The user is rested.
- The user must be in the good physical condition and mental health to operate and work with the vacuum shredder and battery. If the user is able to operate the equipment but has physical, sensory or mental restrictions, the user may only work with the equipment under the supervision of or after receiving instruction from a responsible person.
- The user can recognize and assess the hazards of the vacuum shredder and battery.
- The user is an adult or is being trained in an occupation under supervision according to national regulations.
- The user has received instruction from a STIHL servicing dealer or another experienced user before working with the vacuum shredder for the first time.
- The user is not under the influence of alcohol, medicines or drugs.
If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Clothing and equipment

WARNING

Long hair can be pulled into the vacuum shredder during operation. This may result in serious injury to the user.
Tie up and confine long hair above your shoulders.
Objects can be thrown at high speed during operation. This may result in injury to the user.
Wear close-fitting safety glasses. Suitable safety glasses tested to standard EN 166 or national stand‐ards and bearing the corresponding mark are available to buy.
Wear long trousers.
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 can snag on wood, brush or the vacuum shredder. Users not wearing suitable clothing are at risk of serious injury.
Wear close-fitting clothing.
The user can come into contact with the blower wheel during cleaning and mainte‐nance work. This may result in injury to the user.
Wear work gloves made from resistant material.
Remove scarves and jewelry.
Wearing unsuitable footwear may cause the user to slip. This may result in injury to the user.
Wear sturdy, closed-toed footwear with high-grip soles.

Work Area and Surroundings

Vacuum Shredder

WARNING

Bystanders, children and animals cannot rec‐ognize or assess the dangers of the vacuum shredder or flying debris. This may result in serious injury to bystanders, children and ani‐mals and damage to property.
- Do not allow bystanders, children or animals within 15 meters of the work area.
- Maintain a clearance of 15 meters from objects.
- Do not leave the vacuum shredder unatten‐ded.
- Make sure that children cannot play with the vacuum shredder.
The vacuum shredder is not waterproof. If you work in the rain or in a damp environment, an electric shock may occur. This can result in injuries to the user and may damage the vac‐uum shredder.
- Do not work in the rain or in a damp environment.
Electrical components of the vacuum shredder can produce sparks. Sparks may cause fires and explosions in highly flammable or explo‐sive environments. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be dam‐aged.
- Do not work in a highly flammable or explo‐sive environment.

Battery

WARNING

Bystanders, children and animals cannot rec‐ognize or assess the dangers of the battery. Bystanders, children and animals may be seri‐ously injured.
- Keep bystanders, children and animals away from the work area.
- Do not leave the battery unattended.
- Make sure that children cannot play with the battery.
The battery is not protected against all ambi‐ent conditions. If the battery is exposed to cer‐tain ambient conditions, the battery may catch fire, explode or be irreparably damaged. This may result in serious injury to people and damage to property.
- Protect battery from heat and fire.
- Do not throw the battery into a fire.
- Do not charge, use and store the battery outside of the specified temperature limits
- Protect the battery from rain and moisture and do not immerse it in liq‐uids.
- Keep battery away from small metal parts.
- Do not expose the battery to high pressure.
- Do not expose the battery to microwaves.
- Protect the battery from chemicals and salts.

Safe Condition

Vacuum Shredder
The vacuum shredder is in a safe condition if the following points are observed:

The vacuum shredder is undamaged.
The vacuum shredder is clean and dry.
The controls function properly and have not been modified.
The zip at the catcher bag can be completely closed and opened.
The wear limits are not exceeded.
Original STIHL accessories designed for this vacuum shredder model are fitted.
The accessories are correctly attached.

WARNING

If not in safe condition, components may no longer operate correctly and safety devices may be disabled. This may result in serous or fatal injury to people.
- Work only with an undamaged vacuum shredder.
- If the vacuum shredder is dirty or wet: Clean the vacuum shredder and allow it to dry.
- Never attempt to modify the vacuum shred‐der. Exception: Attaching a nozzle or catcher bag designed for this vacuum shredder model.
- If the controls do not function properly: Do not work with the vacuum shredder.
- If you cannot close or open the zip at the catcher bag: Do not work with the vacuum shredder.
- Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
- Fit original STIHL accessories designed for this vacuum shredder model.
- Attach accessories as described in this User Manual or in the User Manual for the accessories.
- Never insert objects in the openings of the vacuum shredder.
- Replace worn or damaged labels.
- If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Battery
The battery is in a safe condition if the following points are observed:

Battery is undamaged.
The battery is clean and dry.
Battery functions properly and has not been modified.

WARNING

A battery that is not in a safe condition cannot operate safely. Persons may be seriously injured.
- Never work with a damaged battery.
- Never attempt to charge a damaged or defective battery.
- If the battery is dirty: Clean the battery.
- If the battery is wet or damp: Allow the bat‐tery to dry.
- Never attempt to modify the battery.
- Never insert objects in the battery’s open‐ings.
- Never bridge the battery’s contacts with metallic objects (short circuit).
- Do not open the battery.
- Replace worn or damaged labels.
Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If that liquid comes into contact with the skin or eyes, the skin or eyes may be irritated.
- Avoid contact with the liquid.
- If skin contact occurs: Wash affected areas of skin with plenty of water and soap.
- In the event of contact with eyes: Rinse eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a doctor.
A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, emit smoke or burn. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured, and property may be damaged.
- If the battery smells unusual or emits smoke: do not use the battery and keep it away from combustible substances.
- If the battery catches fire: Attempt to extin‐guish the battery with a fire extinguisher or water.

Working

WARNING

In certain situations, the user may no longer be able to concentrate on their work. This may result in the user stumbling, falling and suffer‐ing serious injury.
- Keep calm and plan your work.
- If light and visibility are poor: Do not work with the vacuum shredder.
- Use the vacuum shredder on your own.
- Do not work above shoulder height.
- Watch out for obstacles.
- Work standing on the ground and keep your balance. If you have to work at a height:
  Use a mobile elevating work platform or secure scaffolding.
If you start feeling fatigue: Take a break.
The zip at the catcher bag must be closed when working with the vacuum shredder.
If the vacuum shredder is used as a blower: Blow in the direction of the wind.
Objects can be thrown at high speed during operation. This can result in injuries to persons and animals and damage to property.
Do not direct air blast towards persons, pets and objects.
If the behavior of the vacuum shredder 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 con‐sult a STIHL dealer.
Vibrations may occur while using the vacuum shredder.
Take breaks.
If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur: Consult a doctor.
The dust whipped up may cause the vacuum shredder to be electrostatically charged. In certain conditions (e.g. dry environment) the vacuum shredder may discharge suddenly and emit sparks. Sparks may cause fires and explosions in highly flammable or explosive environments. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be damaged.
- Do not work in a highly flammable or explo‐sive environment.
- The moving parts in the blower wheel may injure the user. This may result in serious injury to the user.
- Use the vacuum shredder only with the suction tube attached and the nozzle attached.
- Do not touch moving parts in the blower wheel.
- If the suction tube is not mounted: Close the shield.
- If the moving parts in the blower wheel are jammed by an object: Switch the vacuum shredder off and remove the battery. before clearing the jam.
In an emergency, the user may start to panic and forget to take off the carrying system. This may result in serious injury to the user.
- Practice taking off the carrying system.

Transporting

Vacuum Shredder

WARNING

The vacuum shredder may turn over or shift during transport. Persons may be injured or property damaged.
- Remove the battery.
- Secure the vacuum shredder with lashing straps, belts or a net to prevent it turning over and moving.
- If the suction tube is not mounted: Close the shield.

Battery

WARNING

The battery is not protected against all ambi‐ent conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to certain ambient conditions, and damage to property may occur.
Never transport a damaged battery.
The battery may turn over or shift during trans‐port. This may result in injury to people and damage to property.
Pack the battery in packaging in such a way that it cannot move.
Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.

Storing

Vacuum Shredder

WARNING

Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of the vacuum shredder. Children may be seriously injured.
Remove the battery.
Store the vacuum shredder out of the reach of children.
Dampness may corrode the electrical contacts on the vacuum shredder and metal compo‐nents. The vacuum shredder may be dam‐aged.
Remove the battery.
Store the vacuum shredder in a clean and dry condition.

Battery

WARNING

Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of the battery Children may be seriously injured.
Store the battery out of the reach of children.
The battery is not protected against all ambient conditions. If the battery is exposed to certain ambient conditions, the battery may be irreparably damaged.
Store the battery in a clean and dry condi‐tion.
Store the battery in an enclosed space.
Store the battery separately from the vacuum shredder.
If the battery is stored in the charger, disconnect the mains plug and store the battery at a state of charge between 40% and 60% (2 lit green LEDs).
Do not store the battery outside of the specified temperature limits.

Cleaning, Maintenance and Repair

WARNING

The vacuum shredder may start up uninten‐tionally if the battery is left in place during cleaning, maintenance or repair operations. This may result in serious injury to people and damage to property.
Remove the battery.
Harsh detergents, cleaning with a water jet or sharp objects can damage the vacuum shred‐der and the battery. If the vacuum shredder or the battery are not cleaned as described in this user manual, components may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. They may cause serious injury to persons.
Clean the vacuum shredder and battery as described in this user manual.
If the vacuum shredder or battery are not serv‐iced 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.
Do not attempt to service or repair the vac‐uum shredder, blower or battery.
If the vacuum shredder or the battery require servicing or repairs: Contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

Preparing the Vacuum Shredder for Operation

Preparing the Vacuum Shred‐der for Operation
The following steps must be performed before commencing work:

Ensure that the following components are in safe condition:
Vacuum shredder.
Battery.
- Check the battery.
- Fully charge the battery.
- Clean the vacuum shredder.
- Attach the nozzle.
- Attach the suction tube.
- Attach the catcher bag.
- Check the vacuum shredder.
- Check the controls.
- If you cannot carry out these steps: Do not use the vacuum shredder and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

Charging the Battery, LEDs

Charging the Battery
The charging time depends on various influencing factors such as the temperature of the battery and the ambient temperature. For optimum performance, note the recommended temperature ranges. The actual charging time may differ from the specified charging time. Please refer to www.stihl.com /charging-times for charging times.

Charge the battery as described in the instruc‐tion manual for the STIHL AL 101, 301, 500 charger.

State of Charge

Press the button (1). The LEDs (5) glow green for about 5 seconds and indicate the state of charge.
If the LED on the right flashes green: Charge the battery.

LEDs on the battery
The LEDs can indicate the state of charge of the battery or any faults. The LEDs can be steady green, steady red or flashing. If the LEDs are steady or flashing green, this indicates the state of charge of the battery.

If the LEDs glow or flash red: Troubleshooting.

There is a malfunction in the vacuum shredder or battery.

Assembling the Vacuum Shredder

Attaching the Nozzle

Pull the blower tube (3) out of the suction tube (2).
Pull the nozzle (4) out of the nozzle (1).
Line up the hole (4) and the lug (5). The arrows (3) point to each other.
Push the nozzle (1) onto the suction tube (2). The nozzle (1) engages audibly and no longer needs to be removed.

Attaching and Removing the Suction Tube

Attaching the Suction Tube

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery
Pull the retaining latch (1).
Fully open the shield (2).
Insert the suction tube (3) into the blower housing (4).
Swivel the suction tube into the blower hous‐ing. The suction tube (3) engages with an audible click.

Removing the Suction Tube

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Hold the suction tube and pull the retaining latch.
Remove the suction tube from the blower housing.
Close the shield. The retaining latch engages with an audible click.

Attaching and Removing the Catcher Bag

Attaching the Catcher Bag

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Close the zip on the catcher bag.
Push the catcher bag (1) over the opening (2) that the guides on the sides (4) are in line with the recesses (3). The catcher bag engages in position with an audible click.
Hook in the loop (5).

Removing the Catcher Bag

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Unhook the loop (1).
Depress the retaining latch (2) and hold it depressed.
Pull off the catcher bag (3).

Removing and Fitting the Battery

Inserting the battery

Insert the battery (1) in the battery compart‐ment (2) and press it home until you hear a click. The arrows (3) on the battery (1) are still visi‐ble and the battery (1) is held securely in the battery compartment (2). There is no electrical contact between the vacuum shredder and the battery (1).
Insert the battery (1) up to the limit stop into the battery compartment (2). The battery (1) engages with a second click and is flush with the vacuum shredder hous‐ing.

Removing the Battery

Keep one hand in front of the battery compartment so that the battery (2) cannot fall out.
Press the locking lever (1) with your other hand. The battery (2) is released and can be removed.

Switching the Vacuum Shredder On/Off

Switching the Vacuum Shred‐der On

Hold the vacuum shredder firmly with your right hand on the control handle – wrap your thumb around the control handle.
Hold the vacuum shredder with your left hand on the loop handle – wrap your thumb around the loop handle.
Push the release slide (1) in the direction of the loop handle with your thumb and hold it there.
Squeeze and hold the trigger (2) with your index finger. The vacuum shredder accelerates, and the sweepings are sucked in. The release slide (1) can be released.

The more you depress the trigger (2), the more sweepings are sucked in. If the ergo lever (3) is pressed, the trigger switch (2) remains unlocked. This means the trigger can be released and depressed again without having to push the release slide in the direction of the suction tube once more. If the trigger switch (2) and the ergo lever (3) are released, the trigger switch (2) is locked. The release slide (1) must be slid in the direction of the loop handle once more and held to unlock the trigger (2).

Switching the Vacuum Shred‐der Off

Release the trigger. The vacuum shredder stops sucking in the sweepings.
If the vacuum shredder continues to suck in sweepings: Remove the battery and consult a STIHL specialist dealer. The vacuum shredder is defective.

Checking the Vacuum Shredder and Battery

Checking the controls

Trigger

Remove the battery.
Press the trigger.
If the trigger is stiff or does not spring back to its idle position: Do not use the vacuum shredder and contact your STIHL dealer for assis‐tance. The trigger is defective.

Switching the Vacuum Shredder On

Insert battery.
Press and hold the trigger. The sweepings are sucked in.
If 3 LEDs flash red: Remove the battery and consult a STIHL dealer. There is a fault in the vacuum shredder.
Release the trigger. The vacuum shredder stops sucking in the sweepings.
If the vacuum shredder continues to suck in sweepings: Remove the battery and consult a STIHL specialist dealer. The vacuum shredder is defective.

Checking the Vacuum Shredder

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.

Checking the suction tube

Check whether the wear mark (1) on the suc‐tion tube is visible.
If there is no visible wear mark on the suction tube: Do not use the vacuum shredder and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Checking the wear pad

Remove the suction tube.
Check whether the wear pad (1) is damaged.
If the wear pad is damaged: Do not use the vacuum shredder and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

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.

Working with the Vacuum Shredder

Holding and Guiding the Vacuum Shredder

Hook the carrier rings (2) into the carabiners (1)
Hold and control your vacuum shredder with your left hand on the loop handle and your right hand on the control handle. Wrap the thumb of your left hand around the loop han‐dle and the thumb of your right hand around the control handle.

Vacuum shredding

Point the nozzle at the ground.
Walk forward slowly and steadily.

For optimum performance, observe the recommended temperature ranges.

Emptying the Catcher Bag

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Detach the catcher bag from the vacuum shredder.
Hold the catcher bag by the carrying ring in such a way that no debris can fall out of the opening.
Fully unzip the catcher bag and properly dis‐pose of the contents.
Full close the zip.
Attach the catcher bag to the vacuum shred‐der.

Changing the Vacuum Shredder for Use as a Blower

Removing the Suction Tube and Catcher Bag

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Remove the suction tube.
Remove the catcher bag.

Turning the Control Handle

Hold the vacuum shredder firmly with one hand on the control handle (1).
Pull the retaining latch (3) up and hold it there.
Turn the loop handle (2) 45 degrees counter‐clockwise.
Release the retaining latch (3).
Continue to turn the loop handle (2) counter‐clockwise until it engages.

Attaching and Removing the Blower Tube

Mounting the Blower Tube

Align the peg (3) with the slot (2).
Push the nozzle (1) onto the blower tube (4) up to the desired position.
Turn the nozzle (1) until it engages The nozzle (1) engages with an audible click.
Align the retaining latch (5) with the slot (6).
Push the blower tube (4) onto the blower. The retaining latch (5) engages with an audi‐ble click.

Removing the Blower Tube

Depress the retaining latch and hold it depressed.
Remove the blower tube from the blower.

Holding and Guiding the Blower

Hold and guide the blower with one hand on the control handle – wrap you thumb around the control handle.

Blowing
Insert the battery and switch the blower on.

Point the nozzle at the ground.
Move forward slowly in a controlled manner.

Changing the Blower for Use as a Vacuum Shredder

Switch off the blower and remove the battery.
Remove the blower tube.
Turn the control handle.
Attach the suction tube.
Attach the catcher bag.

After Finishing Work

After finishing work

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Empty the catcher bag.
If the vacuum shredder is wet: Leave the vacuum shredder to dry.
If the catcher bag is wet: Allow the catcher bag to dry.
If the battery is moist or wet: Allow the battery to dry.
Clean the vacuum shredder.
Clean the catcher bag.
Clean the battery.

Transporting

Transporting the Vacuum Shredder

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
If the suction tube is removed: Close the shield.

Carrying the vacuum shredder

Carry the vacuum shredder with one hand by the loop handle with the suction tube behind you.
If the vacuum shredder is changed for use as a blower: Carry the blower with one hand by the control handle. Transporting the vacuum shredder in the car
Secure the vacuum shredder so that it cannot turn over or move.

Transporting the battery

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Make sure that the battery is in a safe condition.
Pack the battery in packaging in such a way that it cannot move inside the packaging.
Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.

The battery is subject to the Carriage of Dangerous Goods regulations. The battery is classified as UN 3480 (lithium ion batteries) and has been tested pursuant to UN Manual Tests and Criteria.

The transport regulations can be found at www.stihl.com/safety-data- sheets.

Storing

Storing the Vacuum Shredder

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
The vacuum shredder should be stored in such a way that the following conditions are fulfilled:
- The vacuum shredder is out of the reach of children.
- The vacuum shredder is clean and dry.

Storing the Battery
STIHL recommends keeping the battery in a charging state between 40% and 60 % (2 green LEDs lit).

The battery should be stored in such a way that the following conditions are fulfilled:
- The battery is out of the reach of children.
- The battery is clean and dry.
- The battery is in an enclosed space.
- The battery is separated from the vacuum shredder.
- If the battery is stored in the charger, disconnect the mains plug and store the battery at a state of charge between 40% and 60% (2 lit green LEDs).
- Do not store the battery outside of the specified temperature limits.

NOTICE

If the battery is not stored as described in this User Manual, the battery may become deeply discharged and irreparably damaged.
- Charge a discharged battery before storing it. STIHL recommends keeping the battery state of charge between 40% and 60% (2 lit green LEDs).
- Store the battery separately from the vacuum shredder.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Vacuum Shredder

Switch off the vacuum shredder and remove the battery.
Clean the vacuum shredder with a damp cloth.
Clean vents with a paintbrush.
Clean the shield with a paintbrush or soft brush.
Clean the area around the blower wheel with a damp cloth.
Beat the catcher bag to remove the dirt, and clean it with a moist cloth.
Remove foreign objects from the battery com‐partment and clean the battery compartment with a damp cloth.
Clean the electrical contacts in the battery compartment with a paintbrush or soft brush.

Cleaning the Battery

Clean the battery with a damp cloth.

Maintenance and Repairs

Maintenance and Repair of the Vacuum Shredder
The vacuum shredder cannot be serviced or repaired by the user.

If your vacuum shredder has a malfunction or is damaged or requires servicing: Contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

Servicing and Repairing the Battery
The battery requires no servicing and cannot be repaired.

If the battery has a malfunction or is damaged: Replace the battery.

Troubleshooting

Troubleshooting the vacuum shredder or battery

Fault	LEDs on the battery	Cause
The vacuum shredder does not start when switched on.	1 LED flashing green.
State of charge of the battery is too low.	► Charge the battery.
1 LED emits red light.	The battery is too warm or too cold.	► Remove the

battery.

► Allow the battery to cool down or warm up.

3 LEDs flash red.| There is a fault in the vacuum shredder.| ► Remove the battery.

► Clean electrical contacts in the battery compartment.

► Insert battery.

► Switch the vacuum shredder on.

► If 3 LEDs continue to flash red: Do not use the blower and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

3 LEDs light up red.| The vacuum shredder is too hot.| ► Remove the battery.

► Wait for the vacuum shredder to cool down.

4 LEDs flash red.| There is a fault in the battery.| ► Remove battery and reinsert it.

► Switch the vacuum shredder on.

► If 4 LEDs continue to flash red: Do not use the battery; contact a STIHL authori‐ zed dealer.

| No electrical contact between the vacuum shredder and the bat‐ tery.| ► Remove the battery.

► Clean electrical contacts in the battery compartment.

► Insert battery.

| The vacuum shredder or battery is damp.| ► Allow the vacuum shredder or battery to dry, 20.4..
The vacuum shredder cuts out during operation.| 3 LEDs light up red.| The vacuum shredder is too hot.| ► Remove the battery.

► Wait for the vacuum shredder to cool down.

| There is an electrical fault.| ► Remove battery and reinsert it.

► Switch the vacuum shredder on.

| The vacuum shredder is clogged.| ► Remove the battery.

► Clean the vacuum shredder.

The suction power is too low.| | The catcher bag is full or dirty.| ► Remove the battery.

► Empty the catcher bag.

► Clean the catcher bag.

| The suction tube or blower wheel is clog‐ ged.| ► Remove the battery.

► Clean the vacuum shredder.

The runtime of the vacuum shredder is too short.| | The battery is not fully charged.| ►   Fully charge the battery.
| The battery service life has been excee‐ ded.| ►   Replace battery.
Charging does not start when the battery is| 1 LED emits red light.| The battery is too warm or too cold.| ►   Leave battery inserted in charger. Charging starts automatically as soon as the permitted temperature range is rea‐ ched.
Fault| LEDs on the battery| Cause| Remedy
---|---|---|---
inserted into the charger.| | |

Specifications

Vacuum Shredder STIHL SHA 56

Approved battery: STIHL AK
Blowing force: 8 N
Maximum air velocity: 56 m/s
Air throughput vacuum shredder 510 m³/h
Volume catcher bag: 40 l
Weight vacuum shredder without battery: 4.2 kg
Weight blower without battery: 3.2 kg

The running time is shown at www.stihl.com/battery-life.

STIHL AK Battery

Battery technology: lithium-ion
Voltage: 36 V
Capacity in Ah: see rating label
Energy content in Wh: see rating label
Weight in kg: See rating label

Temperature limits

WARNING

The battery is not protected against all ambi‐ent conditions. If the battery is exposed to cer‐tain environmental conditions, it may catch fire or explode. This may result in serious injury to people and damage to property.
Do not charge the battery below -20°C or above 50°C.
Do not use the vacuum shredder or battery below -20°C or above 50°C.
Do not store the vacuum shredder or bat‐tery below -20°C or above 50°C.

Recommended temperature ranges
For optimum performance of the vacuum shredder and battery, observe the following temperature ranges:

Charging: 5°C to 40°C
Use: – 10 °C to + 40 °C
Storage: – 20 °C to + 50 °C

If the battery is charged, used or stored outside the recommended temperature ranges, performance may be reduced. If the battery is wet or moist, allow the battery to
dry for at least 48 h between 15°C and 50°C and with less than 70% humidity. Higher humidity may extend the drying time.

Sound Values and Vibration Values
K-value (uncertainty) for sound pressure levels is 2 dB(A). K-value for sound power levels is 2 dB(A). K-value for vibration level is 2 m/s².

STIHL recommends wearing ear defenders.

Sound pressure level LpA (vacuum shredder) measured according to EN 50636-2-100: 83 dB(A).
Sound pressure level LpA (blower) measured according to EN 50636-2-100: 81 dB(A).
Sound power level LwA measured as specified in EN 50636-2-100: 94 dB(A).
Vibration level ahv measured according to EN 50636-2-100:
Control handle: 0.8 m/s²
Loop handle: 1.1 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. The actual vibration stress has to be estimated. The times when the power tool is switched off and the times when it is switched on but running under no load can be taken into account in the estimate.

For information on compliance with Employers’ Vibration Directive 2002/44/EC see www.stihl.com/vib.

REACH
REACH is an EC regulation and stands for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemical substances. For information on compliance with the REACH regulation see www.stihl.com/reach.

Spare Parts and Accessories

Spare parts and accessories
These symbols indicate original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL spare parts and accessories.

Despite ongoing market observation, STIHL is unable to judge the reliability, safety and suitability of other manufacturers’ spare parts and accessories; accordingly, STIHL cannot warrant for the use of those parts. Original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories are available from STIHL dealers.

Disposal

Disposing of the Vacuum Shredder and Battery
Contact the local authorities or your STIHL dealer for information on disposal. Improper disposal can be harmful to health and pollute the environment.

Take STIHL products including packaging to a suitable collection point for recycling in accordance with local regulations.
Do not dispose of with domestic waste.

EC Declaration of Conformity

STIHL SHA 56 Cordless Vacuum Shredder

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG
Badstraße 115 D-71336 Waiblingen Germany
declares under our sole responsibility that

design: cordless vacuum shredder
Manufacturer’s brand: STIHL
series: SHA 56
serial number: SA02

conforms to the specifications of Directives 2011/65/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2000/14/EC and has been developed and built in compliance with the versions of the following standards valid at the production date:

EN 55014‑1, EN 55014‑2, EN 60335‑1 and
EN 50636‑2‑100.

The measured and guaranteed equivalent sound power level has been determined in accordance with Directive 2000/14/EC, Annex V.

Measured sound power level: 94 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 96 dB(A)

The technical documents are stored at ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Produktzulas‐sung.
The year of construction, the country of manufacture, and the machine number are shown on the vacuum shredder.

Waiblingen, 2022-08-01

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

Robert Olma, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs & Global Governmental Relations

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

STIHL SHA 56 Cordless Vacuum Shredder

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Badstraße 115 D-71336 Waiblingen Germany

declares under our sole responsibility that

design: cordless vacuum shredder
Manufacturer’s brand: STIHL
series: SHA 56
serial number: SA02

conforms to the relevant provisions of UK regulations The Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment Regulations 2012, Supply of Machinery (Safety) Regulations 2008, Electromagnetic Compatibility Regulations 2016, and Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001 and has been manufactured in compliance with the following standards in the versions valid on the date of production: EN 55014‑1, EN 55014‑2, EN 60335‑1 and EN 50636‑2‑100.

The measured and guaranteed sound power lev‐els have been determined in accordance with UK regulations Noise Emission in the Environment by Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 200, Schedule 8.

Measured sound power level: 94 dB(A)
Guaranteed sound power level: 96 dB(A)

The technical documents are stored at ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Produktzulas‐sung. The year of construction, the country of manufacture and the machine number are shown on the vacuum shredder.

Waiblingen, 2022-08-01

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

Robert Olma, Vice President, Regulatory Affairs & Global Governmental Relations.

www.stihl.com.