STIHL FSA 86 R Battery Line Trimmer Kit Instruction Manual

FSA 86 R Battery Line Trimmer Kit
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‐ editions.
STIHL also stands for premium service quality.
Our dealers guarantee competent advice and instruction as well as comprehensive service support.
STIHL expressly commits 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.

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

Guide to Using this Manual

Applicable Documentation

Local safety regulations apply.
► Read, understand and save the following documents in addition to this instruction manual:

• Instruction manual and packaging of the cutting attachment you are using
• The instruction manual of the carrying system you are using
• User instructions for STIHL AR battery
• User instructions for AP belt bag with connecting cable
• Safety notes and precautions for STIHL AP battery
• Instruction manual for STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers
• 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

Brushcutter and Battery

1. Battery compartment
   The battery compartment holds the battery.

2. Locking lever
   The locking lever holds the battery in the battery compartment.

3. Control handle
   The control handle is used for operating, holding, and controlling the brushcutter.

4. Trigger
   The trigger switches the brushcutter on and off.

5. Ergo lever
   The Ergo lever holds the release slide in position when the trigger is released.

6. Release slide
   The release slide releases the trigger.

7. Loop handle
   For holding and controlling the brushcutter.

8. Shaft
   The shaft connects all components.

9. Bump guard
   The bump guard protects objects from contact with the cutting tool.

10. LEDs
    The LEDs indicate the state of charge of the battery and any faults.

11. Button
    The button activates the LEDs on the battery.

12. Battery
    The battery supplies power to the brushcutter.
    

# Rating plate with machine number
Deflector and Cutting Attachments

1. Line limiting blade
   Line limiting blade trims nylon lines to correct length.

2. Mowing head
   Moving head accommodates the mowing lines.

3. Fan wheel
   Cools the electric motor.

4. Deflector
   Protects the user from flying debris and contact with the cutting attachment.

Icons
Meanings of icons that may be on the brushcutter, deflector, and battery:

| 1 LED emits red light. The battery is too warm or too cold.
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| 4 LEDs flashing red. There is a fault in the battery.
| This symbol indicates the direction the release slide has to be pushed to.
| This icon shows the rated speed of the cutting attachment.
| 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 specification. The energy content available in operation is lower.
| Do not dispose of the product with domestic waste.

Safety Precautions

Warning Symbols
Meanings of warning signs on the brushcutter and battery:

| Observe safety notices and take the necessary precautions.
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| Read, understand and keep the User Manual.
| Wear safety glasses.
| Observe the safety advice concerning flying objects and associated measures.
| Remove the battery during work stoppages, transport, storage, maintenance or repair.
| Maintain a safe distance.
| Protect the battery from heat and fire.
| Do not immerse the battery in fluids.
| Observe the permitted battery temperature range.

Intended Use
The STIHL FSA 86 brushcutter is designed for mowing grass.
The brushcutter may be used in the rain.
The brushcutter is powered by a STIHL AP battery or a STIHL AR battery.

WARNING

• Batteries not explicitly approved for the brushcutter by STIHL may cause a fire or explosion.
  Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be damaged.
  ► Use the brushcutter with a STIHL AP battery or a STIHL AR battery.

• Using the brushcutter or the battery for purposes for which they were not designed can cause serious or fatal injuries and material damage.
  ► Use the brushcutter as described in this User Manual.
  ► Use the battery as described in this User Manual or the User Manual for the STIHL AR battery.

The Operator
WARNING

• Users without adequate training or instruction cannot recognize or assess the risks involved in using the trimmer and battery. The user or other persons may sustain serious or fatal injuries.
  ► Read, understand and save the instruction manual.
  ► If the trimmer or battery 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 the good physical condition and mental health to operate and work with the trimmer and battery. If the user’s physical, sensory or mental ability 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 trimmer and battery.
  – The user must be of legal age or is being trained in trade under supervision in accordance with national rules and regulations.
  – The user has received instruction from a STIHL servicing dealer or another experienced user before working with the trimmer for the first time.
  – The user must not be under the influence of alcohol, medication, or drugs.
  ► If you have any queries: Contact a STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.

Clothing and equipment
WARNING

• 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 are tested in accordance with EN 166 or national regulations and available commercially with the corresponding marking.
  ► Wear face protection.
  ► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.

• 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.

• Inappropriate clothing can snag on wood, brush, or the brushcutter. 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 rotating cutting attachment during operation. This may result in serious injury to the user.
  ► Wear robust footwear.
  ► Wear long trousers made from resistant material.

• There is a risk of the user coming into contact with the cutting attachment or the line limiting blade during cleaning and maintenance work and when the cutting attachment is mounted or removed. This may result in injury to the user.
  ► Wear work gloves made from resistant material.

• 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
Working Area and Surroundings
WARNING

• Bystanders, children, and animals are not aware of the dangers of the brushcutter or fly‐ing debris. This may result in serious injury to bystanders, children, and animals 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 brushcutter unattended.
  ► Make sure that children cannot play with the brushcutter.

• Electrical components of the brushcutter can produce 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 explosive environment.

Battery
WARNING

• By standing people, children, and animals cannot recognize or evaluate the dangers posed by the battery. This may result in serious injury to bystanding people, children, and animals.
  ► Keep standing people, children, and animals out of the way.
  ► Do not leave the battery unattended.
  ► Make sure that children cannot play with the battery.

• The battery is not protected against all ambient conditions. If exposed to certain ambient conditions, the battery may catch fire or explode. This may result in serious injury to people and damage to property.
  | ► Protect the battery from heat and fire.
  ► Do not throw the battery into a fire.
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  | ► Use and store the battery at temperatures between ‑ 10 °C and + 50 °C.
  | ► Do not immerse the battery in liquids.

► 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.

Safe Condition
Brushcutter
The brushcutter is in a safe condition if the following points are observed:

• The brushcutter is not damaged.
• The brushcutter is clean.
• The controls function properly and have not been modified.
• A combination of cutting attachment and deflector recommended in this user manual is mounted.
• The cutting attachment and deflector are properly mounted.
• Genuine STIHL accessories for this brushcutter are fitted.
• The accessories are correctly attached.

WARNING

• If not in a safe condition, components may no longer operate correctly and safety devices may be disabled. This may result in a serious or fatal injury to people.
  ► Work only with an undamaged brushcutter.
  ► If the brushcutter is dirty: Clean the brushcutter.
  ► Never attempt to modify your brushcutter.
  Exception: Mounting one of the combinations of cutting attachment and deflector recommended in this user manual.
  ► If the controls do not function properly: Do not use your brushcutter.
  ► Never mount metal cutting attachments.
  ► Fit genuine STIHL accessories for this brushcutter.
  ► Mount the cutting attachment and deflector as described in this user manual.
  ► Attach accessories as described in this User Manual or in the User Manual for the accessories.
  ► Never insert objects in the openings of the brushcutter.
  ► Replace worn or damaged labels.
  ► If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Deflector
The deflector is in a safe condition if the following points are observed:

• The deflector is not damaged.
• The line limiter blade is correctly installed.

WARNING

• If the product does not comply with safety requirements, components will no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. This can result in serious injuries.
  ► Work only with an undamaged deflector.
  ► Work with a correctly installed line limiter blade.
  ► If you have any queries: Contact your STIHL servicing dealer.

Mowing Head
The mowing head is in a safe condition if the following points are observed:

• The mowing head is not damaged.
• The mowing head is not jammed.
• The mowing lines are properly installed.
• The wear limits are not exceeded.

WARNING

• If they are in an unsafe condition, parts of the mowing head or mowing lines may come off and be ejected at high speed. They may cause serious injury to persons.
• Work only with an undamaged mowing head.
• Never use metal objects in place of the nylon mowing lines.
• Observe and remain inside the wear limits.
• If you have any doubts, be sure to consult a STIHL dealer.

Battery
The battery is in a safe condition when the following conditions are met:

• The battery is not damaged.
• The battery is clean and dry.
• The battery is working and has not been modified.

WARNING

• The battery cannot function safely if it is not in a 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.
  ► Replace worn or damaged warning signs.

• Fluid may leak from a damaged battery. If the fluid contacts the skin or eyes, this may cause irritation.
  ► Avoid contact with the fluid.
  ► In the event of contact with the skin: wash the affected areas with plenty of soap and water.
  ► In the event of contact with the eyes: rinse the eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.
  ■ A damaged or defective battery may emit an unusual odor, smoke, or catch fire. This may result in a serious or fatal injury to people and damage to property.
  ► If the battery emits an unusual odor or smoke: do not use the battery and keep it away from flammable materials.
  ► If the battery catches fire: try to extinguish the battery using 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 suffering serious injury.
  ► Work carefully and calmly.
  ► If light and visibility are poor: Do not use your trimmer.
  ► Operate the trimmer alone.
  ► Keep the cutting attachment close to the ground.
  ► Watch out for obstacles.
  ► Work standing on the ground and keep your balance.
  ► If you feel tired, take a break.

• The rotating cutting attachment can cut the user. This may result in serious injury to the user.
  ► Do not touch the rotating cutting attachment.
  ► If the cutting attachment is blocked by an object: Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery. Only then should you remove the object.

• If the behavior of the trimmer changes during operation or feels unusual, it may no longer be in a safe condition. There is a risk of serious injury to people and damage to property.
  ► Stop working, remove the battery and consult a STIHL dealer.

• Vibrations may occur during brushcutter operations.
  ► Wear gloves.
  ► Take breaks.
  ► If signs of a circulatory disturbance occur: Consult a doctor.

• If the cutting attachment makes contact with a foreign object during operation, the object or parts of it may be thrown at high speed. Persons may be injured or property damaged.
  ► Remove foreign objects from the working area.

• If the rotating cutting attachment makes contact with a hard object, sparks may occur and the cutting attachment can be damaged.
  Sparks can cause fires in a flammable environment. Persons may be seriously or fatally injured and property may be damaged.
  ► Do not use the tool in a flammable environment.
  ► Make sure the cutting attachment is in a safe condition.
  ■ Note that the cutting attachment continues to rotate for a short period after you release the trigger. There is a risk of serious injury to persons.
  ► Wait until the cutting attachment comes to a complete stop.

Transporting
Trimmer
WARNING

• The trimmer may turn over or shift during transport. This may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
  ► Remove the battery.
  ► Secure the trimmer with lashing straps or a net to prevent it from turning over and moving.

Battery
WARNING

• The battery is not protected against all ambient 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.
  ► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.
  ■ The battery may turn over or shift during transport. This may result in personal injuries and damage to property.
  ► Pack the battery in the packaging in such a way that it cannot move.
  ► Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.

Storing
Trimmer
WARNING

• Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of a trimmer and can be seriously injured.
  ► Remove the battery.
  ► Store the trimmer out of the reach of children.
  ■ Dampness can corrode the electrical contacts on the trimmer and metal components. This can damage the trimmer.
  ► Remove the battery.
  ► Store the trimmer in a clean and dry condition.

Battery
WARNING

• Children are not aware of and cannot assess the dangers of the battery and can be seriously injured.
  ► Store the battery out of the reach of children.

• The battery is not protected against all ambient conditions. The battery may be damaged if it is exposed to certain ambient conditions.
  ► Store the battery in a clean and dry condition.
  ► Store the battery in a confined space.
  ► Store the battery separately from the trimmer and charger.
  ► Store the battery in non-conductive packaging.
  ► Use and store the battery at temperatures between -10°C and +50°C.

Cleaning, Maintenance, and Repair
WARNING

• The brushcutter may start up unintentionally 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.

• Aggressive cleaning agents, a water jet, or pointed objects can damage the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment, battery, and charger. If the trimmer,  deflector, cutting attachment, battery, or charger are not cleaned correctly, components may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered
  inoperative. They may cause serious injury to persons.
  ► Clean the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment, battery, and charger as described in this instruction manual.

• If the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment, battery, and charger are not properly serviced or repaired, components may no longer function properly or safety devices may be rendered inoperative. This may result in a serious or fatal injury to people.
  ► Do not attempt to service or repair the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment, battery, or charger.
  ► If the trimmer, deflector, cutting attachment, battery, or charger require servicing or repairs: Contact your STIHL servicing dealer for assistance.

Preparing Trimmer for Operation

Preparing the Brushcutter for Operation
The following steps must be performed before commencing work:

• ► Ensure that the following components are in safe condition:
• Brushcutter, 4.6.1.
• Deflector, 4.6.2.
• Mowing head, 4.6.3.
• Battery, 4.6.4.
• ► Check the battery, 11.2.
• ► Fully charge the battery as described in the User Manual for chargers STIHL AL 101, 300, 500.
• ► Clean the brushcutter, 16.1.
• ► Mount the spacer, 7.1.
• ► Mount the deflector, 7.2.
• ► Mount the loop handle, 7.3.
• ► Mount the mowing head, 7.4.
• ► Adjust the loop handle, 7.3.
• ► Check the controls, 11.1.
• ► If you cannot carry out this work: Do not use your brushcutter and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.

Charging the Battery, LEDs

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/chargingtimes.
► Recharge the battery fully as described in the instruction manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.

Displaying 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 Battery
The LEDs can show the state of charge or malfunctions. The LEDs can glow or flash green or red.
The state of charge is indicated when the LEDs glow or flash green.
► If the LEDs glow or flash red: Troubleshooting, 18.
Malfunction in trimmer or battery.

Assembling the Trimmer

Mounting the bump guard
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
► Insert the ends of the bump guard (1) into the holes (2) in the housing.
The bump guard (1) need not be removed.
Mounting the guard
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.

The line limiting blade (1) has already been installed in the guard (2) and must not be removed.
► Push the guard (2) into the guides on the housing until it hits the limit stop.
The guard (2) is flush with the housing.
► Insert and tighten down the screws (3).
The guard (2) must not be removed.

Mounting the Loop Handle

• Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
  

• 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).

• Fit and tighten down the nuts (7) firmly.

Mounting and Removing the Mowing Head
AutoCut C 6-2 mowing head
Mounting the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
► Position the mowing head (1) on the shaft (2).
► Hold the mowing head (1) with your hand.
► Manually rotate the cap (3) clockwise and tighten it.

Removing the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
► Hold the mowing head with your hand.
► Manually rotate the cap counterclockwise until the mowing head can be removed.

PolyCut 6-2 mowing head
Mounting the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.

► Position the mowing head (1) on the shaft (2).
► Hold the mowing head (1) with your hand.
► Manually rotate the upper part (3) clockwise and tighten it.

Removing the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
► Hold the mowing head with your hand.
► Manually rotate the upper part counterclockwise until the mowing head can be removed.

DuroCut 5-2 mowing head:
Mounting the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.

► Place the thrust plate (2) on the shaft (3) so that its smaller diameter faces up.
► Position the mowing head (1) on the shaft (3).
► Hold the fan wheel (4) with your hand.
► Manually rotate the mowing head (1) clockwise and tighten it.

Removing the Mowing Head
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
► Hold the fan wheel with your hand.
► Unscrew the mowing head counterclockwise.
► Remove the thrust plate.

Adjusting Trimmer for User

Adjusting and Setting the Loop Handle
The loop handle can be set to different positions to suit the height and reach of the user.
► Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.

► Undo the screws (2).
► Move the loop handle (1) to the required position and check that the following conditions are met:

• The bump guard (3) fits between the loop handle (1) and the control handle.
• a = no more than 30 cm.

► Tighten down the screws (2) so that the loop handle (1) cannot be rotated on the shaft.

Removing and Fitting the Battery

Inserting the battery

► Insert the battery (1) up to the limit stop into the battery compartment (2).
The battery (1) engages with a click and is now locked.

Removing the Battery
► Set the brushcutter on a level surface.
► Keep one hand in front of the battery compartment so that the battery (2) cannot fall out.

► Press both locking levers (1).
The battery (2) is released and can be removed.

Switching the Trimmer On/Off

Switching the Brushcutter on
► Hold the brushcutter firmly with one hand on the control handle – wrap your thumb around the handle.
► Hold the brushcutter firmly with your other hand on the loop handle or the handle hose such that your thumb holds the loop handle or the handle hose.► 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 brushcutter accelerates and the cutting attachment rotates.
The release slide can be released (1).

If the Ergo lever (3) is pressed, the trigger (2) remains unlocked. This means that the trigger can be released and pressed again without pushing the release slide again in the direction of the loop handle.
If the trigger (2) and the Ergo lever (3) are released, the trigger (2) is locked. To unlock the trigger (2), push and hold the release slide (1) again towards the loop handle.

Switching off the brushcutter
► Release the trigger and the Ergo lever.
► Wait for the cutting attachment to stop rotating.
► If the cutting attachment continues to rotate:
Remove the battery and contact your STIHL dealer.
The brushcutter is defective.

Testing the Trimmer and Battery

Checking the controls
Release slide, Ergo lever, and trigger

• Remove the battery.

•  Try squeezing the trigger switch without activating the release slide.

• If you can press the trigger: Stop using your brushcutter and contact a STIHL dealer. The release slide is faulty.

• Push the release slide in the direction of the loop handle with your thumb and hold it there.

• Press and hold the Ergo lever.

• Press the trigger.
  The release slide can be released.

• Release the trigger and the Ergo lever.

• If release slide, trigger or Ergo lever is stiff or does not spring back to the initial position:
  Stop using the brushcutter and contact a STIHL dealer.
  The release slide, trigger or the Ergo lever is defective.

Switching the Brushcutter on

• Insert battery.

• Push and hold the release slide towards the loop handle.

• Press and hold the trigger.
  The cutting attachment rotates.

• If 3 LEDs flash red: Remove the battery and consult a STIHL dealer.
  The brushcutter has a malfunction.

• Release the trigger.
  The cutting attachment stops rotating after a brief delay.

• If the cutting attachment continues to rotate:
  Remove the battery and contact your STIHL dealer.
  The brushcutter is defective.

Testing the Battery

• Press the button on the 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.

Operating the Trimmer

Holding and Controlling the Brushcutter

• Hold the brushcutter firmly with one hand on the control handle – wrap your thumb around the handle.
• Hold the brushcutter with the other hand on the loop handle such that your thumb holds the loop handle.

Mowing
The cutting height is determined by the distance of the cutting attachment from the ground.

• Swing the brushcutter steadily back and forth in an arc.
• Move forward slowly in a controlled manner.
• If you work with a bump guard (1): Extend the bump guard (1) fully.

Line Feed on AutoCut Mowing Heads

• Briefly tap the rotating mowing head on the ground.
  About 30 mm of fresh nylon line is advanced.
  The line limiting blade in the deflector automatically cuts the mowing lines to the correct length.
  

Automatic feed will not take place if the mowing lines are shorter than 25 mm.

• Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
• Depress the spool (1) on the mowing head and hold it depressed.
• Pull out the mowing lines (2) by hand.
• If the mowing lines (2) cannot be pulled out to the required length: Replace the spool (1) or the mowing lines (2). The spool is empty.

After Finishing Work

After Finishing Work

• Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
• If the trimmer is wet: Allow the trimmer to dry.
• If the battery is wet: Allow the battery to dry.
• Clean the trimmer.
• Clean the deflector.
• Clean the cutting attachment.
• Clean the battery.

Transporting

Transporting the brushcutter

• Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.

Carrying the Brushcutter

• Carry the brushcutter in one hand properly balanced by the shaft, with the cutting attachment behind you.

Transporting the brushcutter in the car

• Secure the brushcutter to prevent turnover and movement.

Transporting the Battery

• Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.

• Make sure the battery is in a safe condition.

• Observe the following points when packing the battery:
  – The packaging must be non-conductive.
  – Make sure the battery cannot shift inside the packaging.

• Secure the packaging so that it cannot move.
  The battery is subject to the requirements for the transport of dangerous goods. The battery is classified as UN 3480 (lithium-ion batteries) and has been tested in accordance with the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, sub-section 38.3.
  For transport regulations see www.stihl.com/safety-data- sheets

Storing

Storing the Trimmer

• Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
• Remove the spool.
• Observe the following points when storing the trimmer:
  – The trimmer is out of the reach of children.
  – The trimmer is clean and dry.

Storing the Battery
STIHL recommends that you store the battery with a charge between 40 % and 60 % (2 LEDs glow green).

• Observe the following points when storing the battery:
  – Battery is out of the reach of children.
  – Battery is clean and dry.
  – Battery is in an enclosed space.
  – Store the battery separately from the trimmer and charger.
  – Battery is in non-conductive packaging.
  – Battery is in a temperature range between -10°C and +50°C.

Cleaning

Cleaning the Brushcutter

• Switch off the brushcutter and remove the battery.
• Clean the brushcutter with a damp cloth.
• 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.
• Clean the area underneath the fan wheel with a soft brush.

Cleaning the Deflector and Cutting Attachment

• Switch off the trimmer and remove the battery.
• Clean the deflector and cutting attachment with a damp cloth or a soft brush.

Cleaning the Battery

• Clean the battery with a damp cloth.

Maintenance and Repairs

Servicing and Repairing the Trimmer
The trimmer cannot be serviced or repaired by the user.

• If your trimmer has a malfunction or is dam‐aged or requires servicing: Contact your STIHL servicing dealer.

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 Brushcutter or Battery

Fault| LEDs on the battery| Cause|

Remedy

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The brushcutter does not start when switched on.| 1 LED flashing green.| State of charge of the battery is too low.| ►Recharge the battery fully as described in the User Manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.
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.| The brushcutter has a malfunction.| ►Remove the battery.
►Clean electrical contacts in the battery compartment.
►Insert battery.
►Switch on the brushcutter.
►If 3 LEDs continue to flash red: Do not use your brushcutter and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
3 LEDs light up red.| Trimmer is too hot.| ►Remove the battery.
►Allow trimmer to cool down.
4 LEDs flash red.| There is a fault in the battery.| ►Remove the battery and reinsert it.
►Switch on the brushcutter.
►If 4 LEDs continue to flash red: Do not use the battery and contact your STIHL dealer for assistance.
| No electrical contact between brushcutter and battery.| ►Remove the battery.
►Clean electrical contacts in the battery compartment.
►Insert battery.
| The brushcutter or battery is damp.| ►Allow the brushcutter or battery to dry.
The brushcutter cuts out during operation.| 3 LEDs light up red.| Trimmer is too hot.| ►Remove the battery.
►Allow trimmer to cool down.
| | There is an electrical. electromagnetic malfunction.| ►Remove the battery and reinsert it.
►Switch on the brushcutter.
The runtime of the brushcutter is too short.| | The battery is not fully charged.| ►Recharge the battery fully as described in the User Manual for the STIHL AL 101, 300, 500 chargers.
| | The battery life has been exceeded.| ►Replace battery.
Mowing head cannot be unscrewed by hand.| | Mowing head over- tightened.| ►Block the fan wheel with the stop pin.
►Unscrew mowing head by hand.
►Remove the stop pin.

Specifications

STIHL FSA 86 R Brushcutters
Permitted batteries:

• STIHL AP
• STIHL AR
• Weight without battery, cutting tool, and guard: 3.4 kg
• Length without cutting tool: 1,725 mm The running time is shown at www.stihl.com/battery-life.

STIHL AP 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
• Permissible temperature range for operation and storage: -10°C to +50°C

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 measured as specified in EN 50636‑2‑91: 81 dB(A)
• Sound power level LwA measured as specified in EN 50636-2-91: 94 dB(A)
• Vibration level ahv measured as specified in EN 50636-2-91
• Control handle: 2.0 m/s².
• Loop handle: 3.7 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. 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.

Combinations of Cutting Attachments and Deflectors

STIHL FSA 86 R Brushcutters
The following mowing heads may be mounted together with the guard for mowing heads:
STIHL AutoCut C 6-2 mowing head:

• with round, low-noise mowing line with a diameter of 2.0 mm or 2.4 mm PolyCut 6-2 mowing head
• with blades
• with round, low-noise mowing line with a diameter of 2.0 mm or 2.4 mm DuroCut 5-2 mowing head:
• with blades
• with round, low-noise mowing line with a diameter of 1.6 mm, 2.0 mm or 2.4 mm

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 the use of those parts.
Original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories are available from STIHL dealers.

Disposal

Disposing of the Trimmer 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 domestic waste.

EC Declaration of Conformity

STIHL FSA 86 R Brushcutters
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Badstraße 115 D-71336 Waiblingen
Germany
declare under our sole responsibility that

• category: Cordless brushcutter
• Manufacturer’s brand: STIHL
• model: FSA 86 R
• serial number: FA05

conforms to the relevant provisions of Directives 2011/65/EU, 2006/42/EC, 2014/30/EU and 2000/14/EC and has been developed and 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 ISO 12100 taking EN 50636‑2‑91 into account.

The measured and guaranteed sound power levels were determined according to Directive
2000/14/EC, Annex VI.
Participating notified body: VDE Prüf- u. Zertifizierungsinstitut (NB 0366), Merianstraße 28,
63069 Offenbach, Germany

• 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 Produktzulassung.
The year of manufacture, country of manufacture, and serial number are specified on the rating plate of the brushcutter.
Waiblingen, 15.07.2021
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

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Dr. Jürgen Hoffmann, Director Product Certification & Regulatory Affairs

UKCA Declaration of Conformity

**STIHL FSA 86 R Brushcutters

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

• category: Cordless brushcutter
• Manufacturer’s brand: STIHL
• model: FSA 86 R
• Serial number: FA05

complies with the relevant provisions of the 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 developed and manufactured in accordance with the versions of the following

standards valid on the date of manufacture: EN 55014-1, EN 55014-2, EN 60335-1 and EN ISO 12100 taking into account the standard EN 50636-2-91.
The measured and the guaranteed sound power level have been determined in accordance with UK regulation Noise Emission in the Environment by  Equipment for use Outdoors Regulations 2001, Schedule 9..
Participating notified body: INTERTEK Testing & Certification Ltd, Academy Place, 1-9 Brook Street, Brentwood, Essex, CM14 5NQ, United
Kingdom

• 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.
The year of manufacture, country of manufacture, and serial number are specified on the rating plate of the brushcutter.
Waiblingen, 15.07.2021
ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG

pp
Dr. Jürgen Hoffmann, Director Product Certification & Regulatory Affairs

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