Stihl BGA 300.0 User manual

STIHL BGA 300.0 Instruction Manual
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Contents
1 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2 Guide to Using this Manual
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2.1 Signal Words
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2.2 Symbols in Text
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3 Main Parts
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3.1 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
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4.1 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
4.2 Battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
5 IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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5.1 Introduction
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5.2 Intended Use
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
5.3 Operator
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
5.4 Personal Protective Equipment
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5.5 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
5.6 Using the Blower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
6 Maintenance, Repair and Storage
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6.1 Warnings and Instructions
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7 Battery Safety
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7.1 Warnings and Instructions
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8 General Warnings and Instructions
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8.1 General Safety Warnings and Instructions for
Battery-Powered Products . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
9 Before Starting Work
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9.1 Preparing the Blower for Operation
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10 Assembling the Blower
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10.1 Mounting the Blower Tube
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10.2 Mounting and Removing the Nozzle
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11 Adjusting the Blower
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11.1 Adjusting the Control Handle
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11.2 Adjusting the Blower Tube
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11.3 Putting on the Harness
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12 Charging the Battery
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12.1 Setting up the Charger
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12.2 Charging
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
13 LED Diagnostics and Acoustic Signals
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13.1 STIHL AR Backpack Battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
14 Inserting and Removing the Battery
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14.1 Inserting the Battery
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14.2 Removing the Battery
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
15 Switching the Blower On and Off
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15.1 Switching On
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20
15.2 Switching Off
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
16 Checking the Controls
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
16.1 Testing the Controls
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17 During Operation
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
17.1 Selecting the Power Level
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17.2 Using the Power Hold Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
17.3 Activating the Boost Function
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
17.4 Using the Blower
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18 After Finishing Work
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18.1 Preparing for Transportation or Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
19 Transporting
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
19.1 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
20 Storing
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
20.1 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
21 Cleaning
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
21.1 Cleaning the Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24
22 Inspection and Maintenance
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22.1 Inspection and Maintenance Chart
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22.2 Inspecting and Maintaining the Blower
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23 Troubleshooting Guide
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23.1 Blower
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
24 Specifications
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English 1 Introduction
Thank you for your purchase. The information contained in
this manual will help you receive maximum performance and
satisfaction from your blower and, if followed, reduce the risk
of injury from its use.
SAVE THIS MANUAL!
Have your authorized STIHL servicing dealer show you how
to operate your power tool.
Do not lend or rent the blower without this instruction
manual. Allow only persons who fully understand the
information in this manual to operate the blower.
For further information, or if you do not understand any of
the instructions in this manual, please go to
www.stihlusa.com (for Canada: www.stihl.ca) or contact
your authorized STIHL servicing dealer.
2.1 Signal Words
This manual contains safety information that requires your
special attention. Such information is introduced with the
following symbols and signal words:
DANGER
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
24.1 STIHL BGA 300.0
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24.2 Symbols on the Blower
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24.3 Engineering Improvements
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
24.4 EMC Compliance Statement for Power Tool and
Charger
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
25 Replacement Parts and Equipment
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
25.1 Genuine STIHL Replacement Parts
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
26 Disposal
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
26.1 Disposal of the Power Tool
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
26.2 Battery Recycling
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
1 Introduction
Because a blower is a high-speed battery-
powered tool, special safety precautions must
be observed to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Read this instruction manual thoroughly before
use and periodically thereafter. Follow all safety
precautions. Careless or improper use of the
blower can cause serious or fatal injury.
2 Guide to Using this Manual

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WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
NOTICE
Indicates a risk of property damage, including damage to the
machine or its individual components.
2.2 Symbols in Text
The following symbol is included to assist you with the use
of the manual:
3.1 Blower
1Plug
Connects the blower to the battery.
2Harness
For carrying the blower.
3 Lever
For securing and releasing the battery.
4 Trigger Switch Lockout
Must be depressed to allow activation of the trigger
switch.
5 Power Hold Button
Holds the selected blowing force.
Refers to a designated chapter or sub-chapter in this
instruction manual.
3 Main Parts
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6 Retaining Latch
For switching the blower on and selecting the power
level.
7LEDs
Indicate the unit's power level.
8 Trigger Switch
Switches the motor on and off.
9 Control Handle
Handle for the operator's right hand.
10 Union Nut
Allows simple adjustment of blower tube length.
11 Nozzle
Directs and concentrates the airstream.
12 Blower Tube
Directs the airstream.
13 Cable
For connecting the trigger switch to the motor.
14 Elbow Clamp
For securing the cable in position.
15 Machine Support
For resting the blower on the ground.
16 Intake Screen
Covers the air intake opening and reduces the risk of
contact with the blower fan.
# Rating Plate
Contains electrical information and the product's serial
number.
4.1 Blower
The following safety symbols are found on the blower.
4.2 Battery
The following safety symbols are found on the AR L series
backpack battery.
4 Safety Symbols on the Products
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
instruction manual. Improper use can lead to
serious or fatal personal injury or property
damage.
To reduce the risk of eye injury, always wear
proper eye protection. Power tool noise may
damage your hearing. Always wear proper sound
barriers (ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect
your hearing, @5.4.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from blown
objects, never direct the air flow toward
bystanders or pets, @5.6.4.
To reduce the risk of personal injury, keep hair
and loose-fitting clothing away from the air
intake, @5.4.
To reduce the risk of injury or property damage
from unintended activation, remove the battery
any time the blower is not in use, @6.1.
To reduce the risk of personal injury from
high velocity air flow and blown objects,
keep bystanders at least 17 ft. (5 m) away,
@5.6.4.
To reduce the risk of injury, follow the specified
safety precautions.
5m (17 ft)

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Batteries sold separately.
5.1 Introduction
When using an electric blower, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE
BLOWER!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of fire, explosion, electric shock or other
personal injury, read and follow the important safety
instructions in this chapter. Additional important warnings
and instructions are provided in subsequent chapters of
this manual.
5.2 Intended Use
WARNING
￭ This blower is designed for blowing leaves, grass, and
similar lightweight material from yards, gardens,
sidewalks, driveways, decks, patios and comparable
surfaces in the manner and in the conditions described in
this manual. Use of the blower for operations different
than intended could result in serious injury or death.
– Blow leaves, grass, and similar lightweight material
only.
￭ Improper use could result in personal injury or property
damage, including damage to the blower.
– Use the blower and battery only as described in this
manual.
– Never attempt to modify or override the blower's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a blower that has been modified or altered
from its original design.
– Be sure to read and follow the warnings and
instructions for your battery and charger before
charging or starting work
￭ This power tool may be powered by a STIHL AR L series
backpack battery.
Batteries, chargers and other accessories are sold
separately.
Read and follow all safety precautions in the
battery's instruction manual and the manual for
the STIHL tool powered by this battery. Improper
use can lead to serious or fatal personal injury or
property damage.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire, explosion or burns, including
chemical burns, do not disassemble, crush,
drop, damage or heat above 212 °F (100 °C).
Never expose to fire or incinerate, @7.1.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from fire, use and store only within an
ambient temperature range of 14 °F to
122 °F (-10 °C to 50 °C), @7.1.
To reduce the risk of personal injury or property
damage from a short circuit, fire or explosion,
keep dry. Never immerse in water or other
liquids, @7.1.
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5.3 Operator
WARNING
￭ Working with the blower can be strenuous. The operator
must be in good physical condition and mental health. To
reduce the risk of personal injury from fatigue and loss of
control:
– Check with your doctor before using the blower if
you have any health condition that may be
aggravated by strenuous work.
– Do not operate the blower while under the influence
of any substance (drug, alcohol or medication, etc.)
that might impair vision, balance, dexterity or
judgment.
– Be alert. Do not operate the blower when you are
tired. Take a break if you become tired.
– Do not permit minors to use the blower.
￭ According to STIHL's current knowledge, the electric
motor of this blower should not interfere with a
pacemaker.
– However, persons with a pacemaker or other
implanted medical device should consult their
physician and device manufacturer before operating
this blower.
5.4 Personal Protective Equipment
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury:
– Always wear proper clothing and protective apparel,
including proper eye protection.
￭ Loss of control and severe injuries may result if hair,
clothing or apparel are drawn into the air intake or
otherwise become entangled in the components of the
blower. To reduce the risk of severe personal injury:
– Wear a long-sleeve shirt or jacket.
￭ To reduce the risk of eye injury:
￭ Prolonged exposure to power tool noise may result in
permanent hearing damage. To reduce the risk of hearing
damage:
￭ Good footing is very important. To help maintain a secure
footing and reduce the risk of injury while working:
￭ To help reduce the risk of personal injury caused by loss
of control during operation:
– Wear sturdy and snug-fitting clothing that
also allows complete freedom of
movement.
– Wear overalls or long pants made of
heavy material to help protect your legs.
Do not wear shorts.
– Avoid loose-fitting jackets, scarves,
neckties, flared or cuffed pants, jewelry
and any other apparel that could be
drawn into the air intake.
– Secure hair above shoulder level before
starting work.
– Always wear goggles or close-fitting
protective glasses with adequate side
protection that are impact-rated and
marked as complying with CSA Z94.
– Wear sound barriers (ear plugs or ear
muffs).
– Regular operators should have their
hearing checked periodically.
– Be particularly alert and cautious when
using hearing protection. Your ability to
hear shouts, alarms or other audible
warnings is restricted.
– Wear substantial footwear with non-slip
soles. Do not wear sandals, flip-flops,
open-toed or similar footwear.

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5.5 Blower
WARNING
￭ To reduce the risk of electric shock:
– Do not immerse the blower in water or other fluids.
– Store the blower indoors.
￭ This battery-powered blower is intended only for garden
and landscape maintenance. Use for other purposes may
increase the risk of personal injury and property damage.
– Read and follow the operating instructions in this
manual for approved applications, @17.
￭ To reduce the risk of personal injury to the operator and
bystanders:
￭ Although certain unauthorized attachments may fit STIHL
blowers, their use may be extremely dangerous. Only
attachments supplied by STIHL or expressly approved by
STIHL for use with this specific model are recommended.
– Use only attachments supplied or expressly
approved by STIHL.
– Never modify this blower in any way.
– Never attempt to modify or override the blower's
controls or safety devices in any way.
– Never use a blower that has been modified or altered
from its original design.
– Do not put any object into the openings of the
blower.
– Do not use the blower with any openings blocked.
– Keep the blower free of dust, lint, hair and anything
that might reduce air flow.
￭ If the blower is dropped or subjected to similar heavy
impacts:
– Check that it is undamaged, in good condition and
functioning properly before continuing work.
– Check that the controls and safety devices are
working properly.
– Check the LEDs on the battery for error messages,
@23.
– Check that the battery has not been damaged.
Never use or charge a malfunctioning, damaged,
cracked, leaking or deformed battery.
– Never work with a damaged or malfunctioning
blower or battery. In case of doubt, have the blower
and battery checked by your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer.
￭ If the blower or battery is damaged, not working properly,
has been left outdoors, exposed to rain or damp
conditions or dropped into water or other liquid, its
components may no longer function properly and safety
devices may be inoperative. To reduce the risk of personal
injury and property damage:
– Take the blower and battery to your authorized
STIHL servicing dealer to be checked before further
operation.
￭ Genuine STIHL replacement parts are specifically
designed to match your blower and meet safety and
performance requirements. Use of parts that are not
authorized or approved by STIHL may cause serious or
fatal injury or property damage.
– STIHL recommends that only identical replacement
parts be used.
– STIHL recommends wearing heavy-duty
non-slip work gloves made of leather or
another wear-resistant material when
handling the blower.
– Always release the trigger switch and
remove the battery before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, inspecting,
cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the blower, and any other time it
is not in use.

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5.6 Using the Blower
5.6.1 Before Operation
WARNING
￭ Misuse or unauthorized use may result in personal injury
and property damage.
– Use the blower only as described in this instruction
manual.
￭ Using a blower that is modified, damaged, improperly
adjusted or maintained, or not completely and securely
assembled can increase the risk of serious personal
injury.
– Never operate a blower that is modified, damaged,
improperly maintained or not completely and
securely assembled.
– Always check your blower for proper condition and
operation before starting work, particularly the
retaining latch, trigger switch lockout and trigger
switch.
– Ensure that the retaining latch, trigger switch lockout
and trigger switch move freely and spring back into
place when released. The trigger switch must not
engage until the trigger switch lockout is depressed.
– Never attempt to modify or override the controls or
safety devices in any way.
– If your blower or any part is damaged or does not
function properly, take it to your authorized STIHL
servicing dealer. Do not use the blower until the
problem has been corrected.
￭ Before inserting the battery:
– Check the electrical contacts in the battery and
socket for corrosion or other foreign matter. Keep
clean.
– If the socket is dirty or corroded, take the unit to your
authorized STIHL servicing dealer before use.
– Never use a malfunctioning, damaged, cracked,
leaking or deformed battery.
– Read and follow the instructions on switching on the
blower, @15.1.
￭ To help reduce the risk of serious personal injury from
unintentional starting:
– Be sure the trigger switch lockout is in the locked
position and the trigger switch is in the off position
before inserting the battery.
– Never carry the blower with your finger on the trigger
switch.
– Release the trigger switch before removing the
battery.
– Never leave the power tool unattended when it is
connected to a battery.
– Never store the battery in the blower.
5.6.2 Holding and Controlling the Blower
– Remove the battery before assembling,
transporting, adjusting, inspecting,
cleaning, servicing, maintaining or
storing the blower, and any other time it
is not in use.
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