STIHL HSA 130.0 R Hedge Trimmers Instruction Manual

: June 11, 2024
: STIHL

STIHL HSA 130.0 R Hedge Trimmers Instruction Manual

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 con‐ ditions. STIHL also stands for premium service quality. Our dealers guarantee competent advice and instruction as well as comprehensive service support. STIHL expressly commit themselves to a sus‐ tainable 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.

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:
- User Manual for STIHL AR battery
- User Manual for “AP belt bag with connect‐ ing cable”
- Safety notices and precautions for STIHL AP battery
- User Manual for STIHL AL 101, 301, 301-4, 500 chargers
- Safety information for STIHL batteries and products with built-in battery: www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets

Warning Notices in Text

DANGER

This notice refers to risks which result in seri‐ ous or fatal injury.
- Serious or fatal injuries can be avoided by taking the precautions mentioned.

Overview

Blade scabbard
The blade scabbard protects against contact with the cutting blades.
Loop handle
The loop handle is used to hold, control and carry the hedge trimmer.
Control bar
The control bar switches the hedge trimmer on and off together with the trigger.
Retaining latch
The retaining latch unlocks the trigger switch together with the trigger lockout. It is also used to select the power level.
LEDs
The LEDs indicate the selected power level.
Trigger lockout
The trigger lockout unlocks the trigger together with the retaining latch.
Control handle
The control handle is used to control, hold and guide the hedge trimmer.
Socket
The socket receives the connecting cable plug.
Trigger
The trigger switches the hedge trimmer on and off together with the control bar.
Locking slide
Unlocks rotating control handle.
Cover2
The cover is the placeholder for a Smart Con‐ nector 2 A.
Screw plug
The screw plug closes the filler opening for STIHL multi-purpose grease.
Hand guard
The hand guard protects the hand on the loop handle from contact with the cutting blades.
Cut protection
The cut protection helps protect user’s thigh from contact with rear end of the cutting blades.
Cutting blades
The cutting blades cut the hedge.
Tip guard
The tip guard protects the nose of the cutting blades from contact with foreign objects.

Carrying Systems

Carrying Systems

STIHL AR Battery
Supplies power to the hedge trimmer.
Connecting Cable
Connects hedge trimmer to the battery or “AP belt bag with connecting cable”.
Connecting Cable Plug
Connects hedge trimmer to “AP belt bag with connecting cable” or a STIHL AR battery.
Carrying System with Built-In “AP Belt Bag
with Connecting Cable” Supplies power to the hedge trimmer.
“AP Belt Bag with Connecting Cable”
Supplies power to the hedge trimmer.
Battery Belt with “AP Belt Bag with Connect‐ ing Cable”
Supplies power to the hedge trimmer.

Symbols
Meanings of symbols that may be on the hedge trimmer:

Retaining latch unlocks the trigger in this position.
Retaining latch locks the trigger in thisposition.
This symbol marks the filler opening for STIHL multipurpose grease.
Guaranteed sound power level accord‐ ing to directive 2000/14/EC in dB(A) in order to make sound emissions of products comparable.
Do not dispose of the product with your household waste.

Safety Precautions

Warning Signs
Meanings of warning signs on the hedge trim‐ mer:

Observe safety notices and take the necessary precautions.
SAFETY ICON Read, understand and save the instruction manual.
Wear safety glasses.
Wear safety glasses and hearing pro‐ tection.
Do not touch moving cutting blades.
Disconnect connecting cable plug from socket during work breaks, transport, storage, maintenance and repairs.

Intended Use
The STIHL HSA 130.0 R hedge trimmer is designed for pruning overgrown hedges, shrubs, bushes and underbrush. The hedge trimmer may be used in the rain. The STIHL HSA 130.0 T hedge trimmer is designed for shaping and trimming hedges, shrubs, bushes and underbrush. Power to this hedge trimmer is supplied by aSTIHL AP battery in combination with the “AP belt bag with connecting cable” or a STIHL AR battery.

WARNING

Batteries not explicitly approved for the hedge trimmer by STIHL may cause a fire or explo‐ sion. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured, and property may be damaged.
- Use the hedge trimmer with a STIHL AP battery in combination with the “AP belt bag with connecting cable” or a STIHL AR bat‐ tery.
Using the hedge trimmer or the battery for pur‐ poses for which they were not designed may result in serious or fatal injuries and damage to property.
- Use the hedge trimmer as described in this User Manual.
- Use the battery as described in the User Manual for the “AP belt bag with connecting cable” or the STIHL AR battery.

The Operator
WARNING

Users without adequate training or instruction cannot recognize or assess the risks involved in using the hedge trimmer. The user or other persons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
Read, understand and save the instruction manual.

If the hedge trimmer is passed on to another person: Always give them the instruction manual.

Make sure the user meets the following requirements:
- The user must be rested.
- The user must be in good physical con‐ dition and mental health to operate and work with the hedge trimmer. If the user’s physical, sensory or mental abil‐ ity is restricted, he or she may work only under the supervision of or as instructed by a responsible person.
- The user is able to recognize and assess the risks involved in using the hedge trimmer.
- The user must be of legal age or is being trained in a trade under supervi‐ sion in accordance with national rules and regulations.
- The user has received instruction from a STIHL servicing dealer or other experi‐ enced user before working with the hedge trimmer for the first time.
- The user must not be under the influ‐ ence of alcohol, medication or drugs.
If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer for assistance

Hedge trimmer
The hedge trimmer is in a safe condition if the following conditions are fulfilled:

The hedge trimmer is undamaged.
The hedge trimmer is clean.
The controls function properly and have not been modified.
The cutting blades are correctly fitted.
Only an original STIHL accessory for this hedge trimmer has been fitted.
The accessories are correctly attached

Operation

WARNING

The user cannot concentrate on the work in certain situations. The user may stumble, fall and be seriously injured.
- Work calmly and carefully.
- If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your hedge trimmer.
- Operate the hedge trimmer alone.
- Watch out for obstacles.
- Stand on the ground while working and keep a good balance. If it is necessary to work at heights: Use a lift bucket or a safe platform.
- If you begin to feel tired: Take a break.
Working above shoulder height can cause you to tire quickly. This can result in serious inju‐ ries.
- Work above shoulder height for short peri‐ ods only.
- Take regular breaks.
If the moving cutting blades make contact with a hard object they can be brought to a sudden stop. The reactive forces that occur can cause the user to lose control of the hedge trimmer and be seriously injured.
- Hold the hedge trimmer firmly with both hands.
- Before starting work, check hedge for hard objects and remove any such objects.
The moving cutting blades can cut the user.
This can result in serious injuries.
- Do not touch moving cutting blades.
- If the cutting blades are blocked by an object: Switch off the hedge trim‐ mer and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket. Then remove the object causing the blockage.
If the behavior of the hedge trimmer changes during operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. This can result in serious injuries and damage to property.
- Stop work, pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.
Hedge trimmer vibrations may occur during operation.
- Wear gloves.
- Take regular breaks.
- If signs of circulation problems occur: Seek medical advice.
Note that the cutting blades continue to run for about 1 second after you release the trigger. The moving cutting blades can cut the user. This can result in serious injuries.

Transporting

WARNING

The hedge trimmer may turn over or shift dur‐ ing transport. This may result in personal inju‐ ries and damage to property.
- Push the retaining latch into position .
- Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
- Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades.
- Secure the hedge trimmer with lashing straps or a net to prevent it turning over and moving.

Storing

WARNING

Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of a hedge trimmer and can be seriously injured.
- Push the retaining latch into position .
- Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
- Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades.
- Store the hedge trimmer out of the reach of children.
Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the hedge trimmer and metal components. This can damage the hedge trimmer.
- Push the retaining latch into position .
- Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
- Store the hedge trimmer in a clean and dry condition.

Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation

Preparing Hedge Trimmer for Operation

The following steps must be performed before commencing work:

Ensure that the following components are in a safe condition:
- Hedge trimmer, 4.6.1.
- Cutting blades, 4.6.2.
- Battery as described in the STIHL AR bat‐ tery’s instruction manual or in the instruction manual for the “AP belt bag with connecting cable”.
Check the battery as described in the STIHL AR battery’s instruction manual or in the instruction manual for the “AP belt bag with connecting cable”.
Fully charge battery as described in the User Manual for the STIHL AL 101, 301, 301-4, 500 chargers.
Clean the hedge trimmer, 14.1.
Check the controls, 9.1.
Put on and adjust the STIHL AR battery, carry‐ ing system or “AP belt bag with connecting cable”, 6.
If you cannot carry out this work: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL authorized dealer.

Adjusting Hedge Trimmer for User

Using with STIHL AR Battery
Fitting and Adjusting the Connecting Cable
The connecting cable can be fitted and adjusted to suit the user’s size and the application.

INSTRUCTION
The connecting cable can be secured in position by the guide (1) on the harness and the fasten‐ ers (2), or on the side of the backplate with the fasteners (2).

INSTRUCTION

The length of the connecting cable can be adjus‐ ted by making a loop on the backplate (3) or at one side (4).

Arrange the connecting cable so that it is as short as possible without hindering your work.

Putting On and Adjusting the Carrying System

Place battery on your back.
Close fastening (2) of hip belt.
Close fastening (1) of chest strap.
Tighten up the straps until the hip belt sits snugly on your hips and the back padding sits snugly on your back.
Thread end of hip belt through the loop (3).

Using with Carrying System

The connecting cable can be fitted and adjusted to suit the user’s size and the application.

The connecting cable can be fitted through thefollowing openings:

the upper left opening (1)
the upper right opening (2)
the lower left opening (3)
the lower right opening (4)

INSTRUCTION

If the connecting cable is fitted through the upper left opening (1) or the upper right open‐ ing (2):
Open the press studs (5).
Lay the connecting cable over the shoulder strap (6).
Close the press studs (5).
If the connecting cable is fitted through the lower left opening (3) or the lower right open‐ ing (4): Seal the opening you use (3 or 4) with the hook and loop fastener (7).
Arrange the connecting cable so that it is as short as possible without hindering your work.

Putting On and Adjusting the Carrying System

Place battery on your back.
Close fastening (2) of hip belt.
Close fastening (1) of chest strap.
Tighten up the straps until the hip belt sits snugly on your hips and the back padding sits snugly on your back.
Thread end of hip belt through the loop (3).

Using with AP Belt Bag with Connecting Cable

INSTRUCTION

Open the Velcro® fastening on the strap (1) and pull the strap (1) out of the ring (2).
Feed strap (1) through belt (3).
Feed strap (1) back through the ring (2) and the belt (3).
Close the Velcro® fastening on the strap (1).
Push battery (4) as far as it will go into the belt bag (5). A short beep will sound.
Secure battery (4) with the Velcro® fasten‐ ing (6).

Adjusting the Connecting Cable
The connecting cable can be fitted and adjusted to suit the user’s size and the application.

INSTRUCTION

The length of the connecting cable can be adjus‐ ted by making a loop (1) and securing it to the belt bag (3) with the fastener (2).

Inserting and Removing Connecting Cable Plug

Inserting the Connecting Cable Plug

Hold connecting cable plug (1) so that the arrow on its side lines up with the arrow on the socket (2).
Insert the connecting cable plug (1) in the socket (2). The plug (1) engages in position.

Removing the Connecting Cable Plug

INSTRUCTION

Grip the connecting cable plug (1) with your hand.
Pull the plug (1) out of the socket (2).

Switching the Hedge Trim‐ mer On/Off

Switching On

WARNING

The motor accelerates and the cutting blades run regardless of the sequence in which the switch lever and trigger are depressed. If you depress the trigger first and then the switch lever, you may lose control of the hedge trim‐ mer. This can result in serious injuries.
Depress the switch lever first and then the trigger.
Depress the switch lever (1) and hold it in that position.
Push the retaining latch (2) with your thumb to position .
Depress the trigger lockout (3) with your hand and hold it there.
Pull the trigger (4) with your index finger and hold it there. The motor accelerates and the cutting blades run.

Checking the Hedge Trim‐ mer

Checking the Controls
Retaining latch, trigger lockout and trigger

Pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
Push the retaining latch into position .
Attempt to pull the trigger lever without depressing the lockout button.
If the trigger can be pulled: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servic‐ ing dealer. Retaining latch or trigger lockout is faulty.
Push the retaining latch into position .
Depress the trigger lockout lever and hold it in that position.
Pull the trigger.
Release the trigger and trigger lockout lever at the same time.
If the trigger or trigger lockout lever is stiff or does not spring back to the idle position: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer. Trigger or trigger lockout is faulty.

Switch on the hedge trimmer

Insert the connecting cable plug.
Depress the switch lever and release it again.
If the cutting blades have run or are running: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer. The trigger has a malfunction.
Depress the trigger lockout lever and hold it in that position.
Pull the trigger and hold it there.
If the cutting blades run: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servic‐ ing dealer. The switch lever has a malfunction.
Depress the switch lever and hold it in that position. The cutting blades run.

Operating the Hedge Trim‐ mer

Holding and Controlling the Hedge Trimmer

INSTRUCTION

Hold the hedge trimmer with one hand on the control handle – wrap your thumb around the control handle.
Hold the hedge trimmer with the other hand on the loop handle – wrap your thumb around the loop handle.

Rotating the Control Handle
The control handle can be rotated to any one of three positions to suit the application.
INSTRUCTION

Push the retaining latch (1) with your thumb to position .
Pull out and hold the handle lock (2).
Rotate the control handle (3) clockwise or counterclockwise.
Release the handle lock (2).

Setting the performance level
Depending on the application, 3 power levels can be set. The LEDs indicate the selected power level. The higher the power level, the faster the cutting blades can run. The selected power level affects the battery’s runtime. The lower the power level, the longer the runtime.

INSTRUCTION

Cutting

Use lopping shears or a chainsaw to cut out thick branches first.
Swing the hedge trimmer from the bottom upwards in an arc while making the cut.
Lower the nose of the hedge trimmer without cutting.
Walk slowly and steadily forwards.
Swing the hedge trimmer from the bottom upwards in an arc while making the cut.

After Finishing Work

After Finishing Work

Switch off the hedge trimmer, move retaining latch to position and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
If the hedge trimmer is wet: Allow the hedge trimmer to dry.
Clean the hedge trimmer.
Clean the cutting blades.
Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades.

Transporting

Transporting the Hedge Trim‐ mer

Switch off the hedge trimmer, move retaining latch to position and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades.

Storing

Storing the Hedge Trimmer

Switch off the hedge trimmer, move retaining latch to position and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
Fit the blade scabbard so that it completely covers the cutting blades.
Observe the following points when storing the hedge trimmer:
- Hedge trimmer is out of the reach of chil‐ dren.
- Hedge trimmer is clean and dry.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Hedge Trimmer

Switch off the hedge trimmer, move retaining latch to position and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
Clean the hedge trimmer with a damp cloth or STIHL resin solvent.
Clean vents with a paintbrush.

Maintenance

Maintenance Intervals
The maintenance intervals are dependent on the environmental and operating conditions. STIHL recommends the following maintenance inter‐ vals:

Lubricating the Gearbox

Remove the screw plug (1).
If no grease can be seen on the end of the screw plug (1):
Screw the tube (2) of STIHL lubricant into the filler hole.
Squeeze 5 g of STIHL gear lubricant into the gearbox.
Unscrew the tube (2) of STIHL gear lubri‐ cant.

Sharpening the cutting blade
STIHL recommends you have the cutting blades resharpened by a STIHL dealer.

The teeth of the cutting blades are very sharp. This may result in the user cutting themselves.
- Wear work gloves made from resistant material.
- Switch off the hedge trimmer, move retaining latch to position and pull the connecting cable plug out of the socket.
- Use a STIHL flat file to sharpen each cutting edge on the upper blade. The file only sharp‐ ens on the forward stroke. Maintain the pre‐ scribed sharpening angle, 18.2.
- Turn the hedge trimmer over.
- Sharpen the remaining cutting edges.
- Deburr each cutting edge from below.
- Turn the hedge trimmer over.
- Deburr the remaining cutting edges.
- Use a damp cloth to remove the filing dust.
- Spray both sides of cutting blades with STIHL resin solvent.
- Run the hedge trimmer for 5 seconds. The cutting blades run. STIHL resin solvent is distributed evenly.
- If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Repairing

Repairing Hedge Trimmer and Cutting Blades
The hedge trimmer and cutting blades cannot be repaired by the user.

If the hedge trimmer or cutting blades are damaged: Do not use your hedge trimmer and contact your STIHL servicing dealer.

Specifications

STIHL HSA 130.0 R, HSA 130.0 T Hedge Trimmer

Permitted batteries:
- STIHL AR
- STIHL AP together with “AP belt bag with connecting cable”
Weight without battery:
- HSA 130.0 R, blade length 600 mm: 4.1 kg
- HSA 130.0 R, blade length 750 mm: 4.4 kg
- HSA 130.0 T, blade length 600 mm: 3.9 kg
- HSA 130.0 T, blade length 750 mm: 4.1 kg
Degree of electrical protection: IPX4 (protec‐ tion against splash water from any direction)

Cutting blades HSA 130.0 R

Tooth spacing: 38 mm
Cutting length: 600 mm or 750 mm
Sharpening angle: 45°

HSA 130.0 T

Tooth spacing: 30 mm
Cutting length: 600 mm or 750 mm
Sharpening angle: 45°

Spare Parts and Accesso‐ ries

Spare parts and accessories
These symbols indicate original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL acces‐ sories. STIHL recommends the use of original STIHL spare parts and accessories. Despite ongoing market observation, STIHL is unable to judge the reliability, safety and suitabil‐ ity 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 Hedge Trimmers
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 accord‐ ance with local regulations.
Do not dispose with domestic waste.

General Power Tool Safety Warnings

Introduction
This chapter reproduces the pre-formulated, gen‐ eral safety precautions specified in the IEC 62841 standard for hand-held motor-oper‐ ated electric tools. STIHL is obliged to publish these texts.

The safety precautions and warnings on avoiding an electric shock given under “Electrical Safety” do not apply to STIHL cordless products.

Work area safety
a) Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
b) Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
c) Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

Electrical safety
a) Power tool plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (groun‐ ded) power tools.Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
b) Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces, such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
c) Do not expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
d) Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entan‐ gled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
e) When operating a power tool outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

Personal safety
a) Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
b) Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as a dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
c) Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off- position before connecting to power source and/or battery pack, picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energising power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
d) Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
e) Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better con‐ trol of the power tool in unexpected situa‐ tions.
f) Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery. Keep your hair and clothing away from moving parts. Loose clothes, jewellery or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
g) If devices are provided for the connection of dust extraction and collection facillities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use of dust collection can reduce dustrelated hazards.
h) Do not let familiarity gained from frequent use of tools allow you to become complacent and ignore tool safety principles. A careless action can cause severe injury within a frac‐ tion of a second.

Power tool use and care
a) Do not force the power tool. Use the correct power tool for your application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
b) Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dan‐ gerous and must be repaired.
c) Disconnect the plug from the power source and/or remove the battery pack, if detacha‐ ble, from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or stor‐ ing power tools. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
d) Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dan‐ gerous in the hands of untrained users.
e) Maintain power tools and accessories. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condi‐ tion that may affect the power tool’s opera‐ tion. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
f) Keep cutting tools sharp and clean. Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control.
g) Use the power tool, accessories and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situa‐ tion.
h) Keep handles and grasping surfaces dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Slippery handles and grasping surfaces do not allow for safe handling and control of the tool in unexpected situations.

Battery tool use and care
a) Recharge only with the charger specified by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of fire when used with another battery pack.
b) Use power tools only with specifically desig‐ nated battery packs. Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and fire.
c) When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connec‐ tion from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a fire.
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. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
e) Do not use a battery pack or tool that is dam‐ aged or modified. Damaged or modified bat‐ teries may exhibit unpredictable behaviour resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
f) Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 130 °C may cause explo‐ sion.
g) Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or tool outside the temperature range specified in the instruc‐ tions. Charging improperly or at tempera‐ tures outside the specified range may dam‐ age the battery and increase the risk of fire.