HSA 65
English
3
Use only high quality parts and 
accessories in order to avoid the risk of 
accidents and damage to the machine.
STIHL recommends the use of original 
STIHL replacement parts. They are 
specifically designed to match your 
model and meet your performance 
requirements.
Never attempt to modify your power tool 
in any way since this may increase the 
risk of personal injury.  STIHL excludes 
all liability for personal injury and 
damage to property caused while using 
unauthorized attachments.
Do not use a pressure washer to clean 
the unit. The solid jet of water may 
damage parts of the unit.
Do not spray the machine with water.
Battery
– Use only original STIHL 
rechargeable batteries.
– Use STIHL batteries only with 
STIHL power tools and recharge 
them only with STIHL chargers. 
– Charge the battery before using it.
– Do not charge or use a defective, 
damaged or deformed battery. Do 
not open, damage or drop the 
battery.
– Store the battery out of the reach of 
children.
– Never expose the battery to 
microwaves or high pressures.
– Never insert objects in the battery's 
cooling slots.
– Never bridge the battery terminals 
with metallic objects (short circuit). 
The battery may be damaged by a 
short circuit. Keep a battery that is 
not in use away from metal objects 
(e.g. nails, coins, jewelry). Do not 
use metallic transport boxes.
– Fluid may leak from the battery if it is 
not used properly – avoid contact 
with the skin! Leaking battery fluid 
can cause skin irritation and 
chemical burns.  In case of 
accidental contact, wash affected 
areas of skin with plenty of water 
and soap. If fluid gets in the eyes, do 
not rub – rinse the eyes with plenty 
of water for at least 15 minutes. Also 
seek medical assistance.
Charger
– Use only original STIHL chargers.
– Only use for charging matching 
STIHL batteries of type AP with a 
maximum capacity of 10 Ah and a 
maximum voltage of 42 V.
– Never charge defective, damaged 
or deformed batteries.
– Connect the charger only to an 
easily accessible wall outlet with the 
voltage and frequency specified on 
the rating plate. 
– Do not use a defective or damaged 
charger. 
– Do not open the charger.
– Store the charger out of the reach of 
children.
– Operate the charger at ambient 
temperatures between + 5°C and 
+40°C.
– Allow the charger to cool down 
normally – do not cover it.
– Never bridge the contacts of the 
charger with metallic objects (e.g. 
nails, coins, jewelry) – short circuit. 
The charger may be damaged by a 
short circuit.
– In the event of smoke or fire in the 
charger, disconnect it from the wall 
outlet immediately.
– To reduce the risk of electric 
shock or short circuit, do not 
insert any objects in the charger's 
cooling slots.
Protect from rain – do not 
immerse in fluids.
Protect from direct sun-
light, heat and fire – 
never throw into a fire – 
risk of explosion.
Operate and store the 
battery only in a tempera-
ture range from - 10°C to 
max. + 50°C.
Protect from rain and 
dampness.
Use and store only 
indoors in dry rooms.