STIHL AR 2000 L / AR 3000 L Battery Power System

1 Foreword

Dear Customer, We are pleased that you have chosen STIHL. We develop and manufacture our products with top quality, tailored to our customers' needs. This results in products with high reliability, even under extreme stress.

STIHL also stands for top quality in service. Our dealers provide competent advice and training, as well as comprehensive technical support.

STIHL is committed to a sustainable and responsible approach to nature. This user manual is intended to help you use your STIHL product safely and in an environmentally friendly manner throughout its long service life.

Thank you for your trust. We hope you enjoy your STIHL product.

2 Information about this User Manual

2.1 Applicable Documents

Local safety regulations apply. In addition to this user manual, read, understand, and keep the following documents:

Further information on STIHL connected, compatible products, and FAQs are available at www.connect.stihl.com or from a STIHL dealer.

The Bluetooth® word mark and the Bluetooth® logos are registered trademarks and are the property of Bluetooth SIG, Inc. Any use of these trademarks by STIHL is under license.

The battery is equipped with a Bluetooth® radio interface. Local operating restrictions (e.g., in aircraft or hospitals) must be observed.

2.2 Labeling of Warnings in Text

WARNING

This notice indicates hazards that can lead to severe injury or death. The measures described can prevent severe injury or death.

CAUTION/NOTE

This notice indicates hazards that can lead to property damage. The measures described can prevent property damage.

3 Overview

2.3 Symbols in Text

This symbol refers to a chapter in this user manual.

A video is available for this chapter.

3.1 Battery

1 Battery: The battery powers a STIHL battery product with energy.

2 Handle: The handle is for carrying the battery.

3 Socket: The socket is for inserting the plug.

4 Cap: The cap covers the USB port.

5 USB Port: The USB port is for connecting a USB cable or a USB adapter.

6 Pushbutton: The pushbutton activates the LEDs and the signal tone on the battery. The pushbutton activates and deactivates the Bluetooth® radio interface.

7 LEDs: The LEDs indicate the battery's charge status, faults, and the activation and deactivation of the Bluetooth® radio interface.

# Rating Plate with machine number

3.2 Harness System

The harness system is not included in the scope of delivery for the battery.

1 Harness System: The harness system distributes the battery's weight onto the body and holds the connecting cable.

2 Guide: The guide holds the connecting cable on the harness system.

3 Loop: The loop holds the connecting cable plug on the harness system.

4 Lever: The lever secures the battery to the harness system.

5 Rail: The rail allows adjustment to the user's body size.

6 Buckle: The buckle holds the connecting cable on the harness system.

3.3 Connecting Cable and Adapter AP

The connecting cable and Adapter AP are not included in the scope of delivery for the battery.

1 Connecting Cable: The connecting cable connects the battery to a STIHL battery product with a socket or to the Adapter AP.

2 Plug: The plug connects the connecting cable to the battery.

3.4 Symbols

The symbols on the battery indicate the following:

4 Safety Instructions

4.1 Warning Symbols

The warning symbols on the battery mean the following:

4.2 Intended Use

A STIHL AR L battery powers the following STIHL battery products:

The battery can be used in the rain.

The battery must only be used for work on the ground or on a work platform.

The battery must not be used for battery lawnmowers with a battery slot for STIHL AP batteries.

During operation, the battery is carried on the back via the harness system or connected to a battery product as described in the battery product's user manual.

The battery is charged with a STIHL AL 301, AL 301-4, or AL 500 charger.

In combination with the STIHL connected App, the battery enables personalization and the transfer of information about the battery based on Bluetooth® technology.

WARNING

4 Safety Instructions

4.3 Requirements for the User

WARNING

Users without instruction may not recognize or assess the hazards of the battery, harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP. The user or other persons can be severely injured or killed.

4.4 Work Area and Environment

WARNING

The battery is not protected against all environmental influences. If the battery is exposed to certain environmental influences, it can catch fire, explode, or be irreparably damaged. People can be severely injured, and property damage can occur.

4.5 Safe Condition

The battery, harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP are in a safe condition if the following conditions are met:

4 Safety Instructions

WARNING

In an unsafe condition, the battery can no longer function safely. People can be severely injured.

Liquid can leak from a damaged battery. If the liquid comes into contact with skin or eyes, skin or eyes can become irritated.

A damaged or defective battery may smell unusual, smoke, or burn. People can be severely injured or killed, and property damage can occur.

4.4 Work Area and Environment

Contact with live parts can occur due to the following causes:

WARNING

Contact with live parts can lead to an electric shock. The user can be severely injured or killed.

An incorrectly routed connecting cable can be damaged. People can be injured, and the connecting cable can be damaged.

4.6 Working

WARNING

In certain situations, the user may no longer be able to concentrate. The user may trip, fall, and be severely injured.

If the battery changes during work, behaves unusually, or emits short, rapidly successive signal tones, the battery may be in an unsafe condition. People can be severely injured, and property damage can occur.

5 Preparing Battery for Operation

If the battery smells or smokes unusually: Remove the battery from your back, do not use the battery, and keep it away from flammable materials.

In a dangerous situation, the user may panic and be unable to remove the harness system. The user can be severely injured.

4.7 Transporting

WARNING

The battery is not protected against all environmental influences. If the battery is exposed to certain environmental influences, it can be damaged and property damage can occur.

During transport, the battery can tip over or move. People can be injured, and property damage can occur.

4.8 Storage

WARNING

The battery is not protected against all environmental influences. If the battery is exposed to certain environmental influences, it can be irreparably damaged.

The connecting cable is not intended for carrying or hanging the battery. The connecting cable and the battery can be damaged.

4.9 Cleaning, Maintenance, and Repair

WARNING

Harsh cleaning agents, cleaning with a water jet, or pointed objects can damage the battery, harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP. If the battery, harness system, connecting cable, or Adapter AP are not cleaned correctly, components may no longer function properly, and safety devices may be bypassed. People can be severely injured.

If the battery, harness system, connecting cable, or Adapter AP are not maintained or repaired correctly, components may no longer function properly, and safety devices may be bypassed. People can be severely injured or killed.

5 Preparing Battery for Operation

5.1 Preparing Battery for Operation

Before starting work, perform the following steps:

If the harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP are used: Ensure the harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP are in a safe condition (4.5).

If the steps cannot be performed: Do not use the battery and consult a STIHL dealer.

5.2 Connecting Battery to the STIHL connected App

Contact options and further information can be found at https://support.stihl.com or in the STIHL connected App.

The STIHL connected App is available depending on the market.

6 Charging the Battery, LEDs and Signals

6.1 Charging the Battery

The charging time depends on various factors, such as the battery's temperature or the ambient temperature. The actual charging time may differ from the stated charging time. The charging time is specified at www.stihl.com/charging-times.

When the power plug is inserted into a socket and the Adapter AP is inserted into the charger, the charging process starts automatically. When the battery is fully charged, the charger switches off automatically.

The battery and the charger warm up during charging.

The STIHL AL 301, 301-4, and AL 500 chargers have a built-in fan that may automatically switch on and off during charging.

Diagram: Shows charger (5), battery (2), connecting cable (6), Adapter AP (3), power plug (7), socket (8), charger LED (4), connecting cable plug (1), socket of Adapter AP (2).

Plug the power plug (7) into an easily accessible socket (8).

The charger (5) performs a self-test. The LED (4) lights green for approx. 1 second and then red for approx. 1 second.

The LED (4) lights green. The LEDs on the battery light green, and the battery is charging.

6.2 Displaying Charge Status

Diagram: Shows a battery with LEDs indicating charge level.

Press the pushbutton (1). The LEDs light green for approx. 5 seconds and indicate the charge status. A short signal tone sounds.

6.3 LEDs and Signals

The LEDs and signal tones can provide the following information about the battery:

7 Activating and Deactivating Bluetooth® Radio Interface

The LEDs can light or blink green or red. The right LED can additionally light or blink blue. The signal tones can be short or long.

If the LEDs light or blink green and a short signal tone sounds, the charge status is being displayed.

7.1 Activating Bluetooth® Radio Interface

Press and hold the pushbutton until the right LED lights blue for approx. 3 seconds and three short signal tones sound. The Bluetooth® radio interface on the battery is activated.

7.2 Deactivating Bluetooth® Radio Interface

Press and hold the pushbutton until the right LED blinks blue six times and three short signal tones sound. The Bluetooth® radio interface on the battery is deactivated.

8 Assembling the Battery

8.1 Attaching Connecting Cable

Diagram: Shows plug (1) and socket (2).

8.2 Attaching and Detaching Battery and Connecting Cable to Harness System

8.2.1 Attaching Battery and Connecting Cable to Harness System

Diagram: Shows plug (1) being inserted, and battery (2) being placed onto harness system (3).

8.2.2 Detaching Battery and Connecting Cable from Harness System

9 Adjusting Battery for User

9.1 Adjusting Harness System to User's Body Size

The harness system can be adjusted to sizes S, M, or L depending on the user's body size.

Diagram: Shows adjusting the harness system rails. Parts labeled: 1. Plug, 2. Rail, 3. Marking, 4. Lever, 5. Socket.

9.2 Routing and Adjusting Connecting Cable

The connecting cable can be routed and adjusted depending on the user's body size, the different battery products, and the application.

Diagram: Shows routing cable through guide (1) and buckles (2). Also shows adjusting cable length via loops (3, 4).

The connecting cable can be secured via the guide (1) on the harness strap and the buckles (2), or laterally on the back plate with the buckles (2).

The length of the connecting cable can be adjusted using a loop on the battery (3) or a side loop (4).

10 Checking the Battery

9.3 Putting on and Taking off Harness Straps

9.3.1 Putting on and Adjusting Harness System

Diagram: Shows securing hip belt (2) and chest strap (1), and threading belt end through buckles (3, 4).

9.3.2 Taking off Harness System

10.1 Checking LEDs and Signals

Press the pushbutton on the battery. The LEDs light green, and a short signal tone sounds. The charge status is displayed.

11 Working with the Battery

11.1 Working with the Battery

Diagrams: Show four scenarios (A, B, C, D) for using the battery with different STIHL products and chargers.

A: To power a product with a socket (1) with energy: Use battery (5), harness system (6), and connecting cable (7). The battery is carried on the harness system on your back.

B: To power a product with a battery slot for STIHL AP batteries (2) with energy: Use battery (5), harness system (6), connecting cable (7), and Adapter AP (8). The battery is carried on the harness system on your back.

C: To power a product for STIHL AR L batteries (3) with energy: Use battery (5) only. The battery is inserted directly into the battery product.

D: To charge the battery (4): Use battery (5), connecting cable (7), and Adapter AP (8). The Adapter AP is inserted into the charger.

12 Connecting and Disconnecting Battery

12.1 Connecting Battery to a STIHL Battery Product with Socket

Connect as described in the battery product's user manual.

12.2 Connecting Battery to a STIHL Battery Product with a Battery Slot for STIHL AP Batteries

Diagram: Shows connecting cable plug (1), Adapter AP socket (2), Adapter AP (3), and battery slot (4).

12.3 Connecting Battery to a STIHL Battery Product for STIHL AR L Batteries

Connect as described in the battery product's user manual.

12.4 Disconnecting Battery

13 After Work

13.1 After Work

14 Connecting and Charging USB Device

14.1 Connecting and Charging USB Device

Diagram: Shows USB device connection. Parts labeled: 1. Cap, 2. USB cable plug, 3. USB socket, 4. Pushbutton.

The USB cable must be unplugged before working. The cap (1) protects the USB socket (3) from moisture and dirt.

The USB device is charging. If the USB device is not charging, the charging current provided by the battery is too low (see 20.1). The USB device cannot be charged.

15 Transporting

15.1 Transporting Battery

Diagram: Shows carrying the battery on the back.

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 according to the UN Manual of Tests and Criteria, Part III, Subsection 38.3.

Transport regulations are available at www.stihl.com/safety-data-sheets.

16 Storage

16.1 Storing Battery

STIHL recommends storing the battery with a charge level between 30% and 45% (2 green LEDs).

CAUTION/NOTE

If the battery is not stored as described in this user manual, it may deep discharge and be irreparably damaged.

16.2 Storing Harness System, Connecting Cable, and Adapter AP

17 Cleaning

17.1 Cleaning Battery, Harness System, Connecting Cable, and Adapter AP

Clean the battery, harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP with a damp cloth.

17.2 Cleaning Contact Surfaces of Connecting Cable

A video is available for this chapter. www.stihl.com/sxwjNw

Diagram: Shows cleaning contact surfaces (1).

18 Maintenance and Repair

Diagram: Shows contact surfaces with a discoloration mark (arrow).

If discoloration is visible on the contact surfaces (arrow): Sand the discoloration with fine-grit sandpaper (P 600) until the contact surfaces are shiny.

18.1 Maintaining and Repairing Battery, Harness System, Connecting Cable, and Adapter AP

The battery, harness system, connecting cable, and Adapter AP do not require maintenance and cannot be repaired by the user.

19 Troubleshooting

19.1 Troubleshooting Battery or Battery Product

IssueLEDs and SignalsCauseAbhilfe
The battery product does not start when switched on or switches off during operation.1 green LED blinking, 6 long signal tones.The battery's charge level is too low.Charge the battery as described in this user manual and the user manual for STIHL AL 301, 301-4, 500 chargers.
(Same issue)1 LED lights red.The battery is too warm or too cold.Disconnect the battery. Let the battery cool down or warm up. Reconnect the battery. Switch on the battery product. If 3 LEDs continue to blink red: Consult a STIHL dealer.
(Same issue)3 LEDs blink red.There is a fault in the battery product.Disconnect the battery. Let the battery cool down. Remove the battery from your back. Reconnect the battery. Switch on the battery product. If 3 LEDs continue to blink red: Consult a STIHL dealer.
(Same issue)3 LEDs light red.The battery product is too warm.Disconnect the battery. Let the battery cool down. Remove the battery from your back. Reconnect the battery. Switch on the battery product. If 3 LEDs continue to blink red: Consult a STIHL dealer.
(Same issue)4 LEDs blink red and emit short, rapid successive signal tones.There is a fault in the battery.Disconnect and reconnect the battery. Switch on the battery product. If 4 LEDs continue to blink red and emit short, rapid successive signal tones: Do not use the battery, do not transport it, and consult a STIHL dealer.
(Same issue)The electrical connection between the battery product and the battery is interrupted.Disconnect and reconnect the battery.
(Same issue)The battery product or the battery is wet.Disconnect and reconnect the battery. Clean the contact surfaces of the connecting cable. Let the battery product or battery dry.

19.2 Product Support and Help

Product support and help are available from a STIHL dealer.

Contact options and further information can be found at https://support.stihl.com or www.stihl.com.

20 Technical Data

20.1 Battery STIHL AR 2000 L, 3000 L

20.2 REACH

REACH is an EU regulation for the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation and Restriction of Chemicals.

Information on compliance with the REACH regulation is available at www.stihl.com/reach.

21 Spare Parts and Accessories

21.1 Spare Parts and Accessories

These symbols identify original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories.

STIHL recommends using original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories.

Non-STIHL spare parts and accessories from other manufacturers cannot be assessed by STIHL regarding reliability, safety, and suitability, even with ongoing market observation, and STIHL cannot be liable for their use.

Original STIHL spare parts and original STIHL accessories are available from a STIHL dealer.

22 Disposal

22.1 Disposing of Battery, Harness System, Connecting Cable, and Adapter AP

Information on disposal is available from the local administration or a STIHL dealer.

Improper disposal can harm health and pollute the environment.

23 EU Declaration of Conformity

23.1 Battery STIHL AR 2000 L, AR 3000 L

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG hereby declares that the radio equipment type 4871 – STIHL AR 2000 L, AR 3000 L complies with Directive 2014/53/EU.

The full text of the EU Declaration of Conformity is available at the following internet address: www.stihl.com/conformity.

24 Addresses

24.1 STIHL Headquarters

ANDREAS STIHL AG & Co. KG Postfach 1771 D-71307 Waiblingen

24.2 STIHL Sales Companies

GERMANY
STIHL Vertriebszentrale AG & Co. KG
Robert-Bosch-Straße 13
64807 Dieburg
Phone: +49 6071 3055358

AUSTRIA
STIHL Ges.m.b.H.
Fachmarktstraße 7
2334 Vösendorf
Phone: +43 1 86596370

SWITZERLAND
STIHL Vertriebs AG
Isenrietstraße 4
8617 Mönchaltorf
Phone: +41 44 9493030

CZECH REPUBLIC
Andreas STIHL, spol. s r.o.
Chrlická 753
664 42 Modice

24.3 STIHL Importers

BOSNIA-HERZEGOVINA
UNIKOMERC d. o. o.
Bise polje bb
88000 Mostar
Phone: +387 36 352560
Fax: +387 36 350536

CROATIA
UNIKOMERC - UVOZ d.o.o.
Sjediste: Amruševa 10, 10000 Zagreb
Prodaja: Ulica Kneza Ljudevita Posavskog 56, 10410 Velika Gorica
Phone: +385 1 6370010
Fax: +385 1 6221569

TURKEY
SADAL TARIM MAKNELERİ DIŞ TİCARET A.Ş.
Hürriyet Mahallesi Manas Caddesi No.1
35473 Menderes, İzmir
Phone: +90 232 210 32 32
Fax: +90 232 210 32 33

Models: 2000 L, 3000 L, 2000 L Backpack Battery, 2000 L, Backpack Battery, Battery

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