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22 Storing the Chain Saw, Battery and Charger
When transporting the battery:
► Place the battery in a non-metal container or carton and
secure it against impact or damage. Never transport the
battery in a metal or other container that is capable of
conducting electricity, or near metal objects (e.g., paper
clips, nails, coins, keys).
► If you are transporting the battery in a vehicle, secure it
and its container to prevent turnover, impact and damage.
STIHL batteries comply with the requirements set forth in
UN-Manual ST/SG/AC.10/11/Rev.5/Part III, Subsection
38.3.
Commercial air, vessel and ground transportation of lithium
ion cells and batteries is regulated. The battery is classified
as a UN 3480, Class 9, packaging group II product. Shipping
it, either as a complete tool or the battery, requires
compliance with all applicable shipping regulations. Check
with the ground, vessel, air cargo or passenger airline to
determine if transport is prohibited or subject to restrictions
or exemptions prior to shipping or travel.
Normally, no further conditions have to be met by the user in
order to transport STIHL batteries by road to the power tool's
operating site. Check and comply with any special
regulations that may apply to your situation.
For further information please go to
www.stihlusa.com/battery-transportation-safety.
21.3 Charger
To properly transport the charger:
► Disconnect the charger from the electrical outlet.
► Remove the battery from the charger.
► Wrap the power supply cord and attach it to the charger,
@ 22.3.
► When transporting the charger in a vehicle, secure and
position the charger to prevent turnover, impact and
damage.
22.1 Chain Saw
WARNING
Store the chain saw indoors in a dry, secure place that
cannot be accessed by children or other unauthorized users,
@ 6.4. Never store the battery in the chain saw or charger.
Improper storage can result in unauthorized use and
damage to the chain saw, @ 6.4.
When storing the saw for three months or longer:
► Remove any wood chips or debris from the battery
compartment.
► Remove the chain and guide bar.
► Clean and spray the guide bar with a resin solvent, such
as STIHL Resin Remover and Lubricant.
► Clean the saw, @ 23.1.
► Fill up the chain oil tank, @ 15.4.2.
► Store the saw indoors in a dry and secure location, out of
the reach of children and other unauthorized persons.
22.2 Battery
WARNING
To reduce the risk of a short circuit, which could lead to
electric shock, fire and explosion, never store the battery in
a metal container or near metal objects, @ 9. If the battery
is damp or wet, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing,
@ 9.
WARNING
Extreme temperatures can damage the battery and may also
cause the battery to generate heat, rupture, leak, ignite or
explode, resulting in severe or fatal personal injury or
property damage. Use and store the battery only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to 122 °F (- 10 °C to
50 °C), @ 9. Never store the battery in direct sunlight or
inside a vehicle in hot weather, @ 9.
22 Storing the Chain Saw, Battery and
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