Original Instruction ManualPrinted on chlorine-free paper
Printing inks contain vegetable oils, paper can be recycled.
© ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG, 2010
0458-554-8221-A. M1-5.C10.FST. 
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HSA 65
English
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Contents
Dear Customer,
Thank you for choosing a quality 
engineered STIHL product.
This machine has been built using 
modern production techniques and 
comprehensive quality assurance. 
Every effort has been made to ensure 
your satisfaction and troublefree use 
of the machine.
Please contact your dealer or our 
sales company if you have any 
queries concerning your machine.
Your
Hans Peter Stihl
Guide to Using this Manual 2
Safety Precautions and Working 
Techniques 2
Description of Operation 7
Using the Unit 7
Connecting Charger to Power 
Supply 8
Charging the Battery 9
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on 
Battery 10
Light Emitting Diodes (LED) on 
Charger 11
Switching On 12
Switching Off 13
Storing the Machine 13
Sharpening Instructions 14
Maintenance and Care 15
Main Parts 16
Specifications 17
Special Accessories 18
Troubleshooting 19
Maintenance and Repairs 21
Battery Recycling 21
Disposal 21