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FSA 80 R

Name: FSA 80 R
Brand: STIHL
SKU: fsa80r
Rating: 4.0000 (3 reviews)

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The FSA 80 R is a powerful battery-powered trimmer featuring a loop-handle design.

Features

Efficient and Virtually Maintenance-Free Motor
Loop Handle
Rubberized Soft-Touch Handle
Adjustable Front Handle

The FSA 80 R trimmer features a loop-handle design with quick release, so you can easily adjust it to fit your size—no tools necessary. This trimmer offers a virtually maintenance-free experience thanks to the brushless motor and a variable-speed trigger that allows you to optimize performance and run times to get the job done. From power and intelligence to operator comfort, this trimmer gets the job done efficiently.

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Features
- Efficient and Virtually Maintenance-Free Motor -
  The brushless motor is ideal for noise-sensitive environments with virtually zero maintenance required.
- Loop Handle -
  A thumb screw allows the ergonomic loop handle to be easily adjusted to the desired position without tools.
- Rubberized Soft-Touch Handle -
  Soft rubber texture is both easy to grip and makes the product comfortable to hold for extended periods.
- Adjustable Front Handle -
  The front handle is easily adjustable (360-degree rotation) for comfort.
- Hanging Loop -
  Hang your product securely on a wall to save space using the loop in the handle housing.
- Lightweight Portability -
  This product is lightweight for easy portability, great maneuverability, and extended use.
- Retaining Latch -
  All STIHL battery-powered products feature a retaining latch that is designed to prevent the unit from unintentional starts when the battery is inserted.
- High-Tech Polymer Housing -
  Housings are lightweight, withstand greater impact, and are corrosion-resistant.
- Throttle Trigger Interlock -
  This safety feature must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
- Made in America -
  A majority of STIHL products sold in America are made in America of U.S. and global materials.

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Warnings And Safety
How to Assemble: FSA 80 - Video
How to Wind a STIHL Trimmer Head - Video
Cutting Heads & Blades Selection Chart (PDF)
Product Instruction Manual (PDF)
Product Safety Manual (PDF)
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Note: STIHL engine products with the Caring for Nature logo are cleaner than EPA Standards for exhaust emissions.
WARNING! Improper use of any trimmer/brushcutter can cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow all safety instructions in your instruction manual. To reduce the risk of injury from blade contact, circular saw blades may be used on FS brushcutters that have a limitstop, a bicycle handle, and double shoulder harness and not on FS brushcutters with a "J" handle or loop handle. Other rigid blades may be used on FS brushcutters having a bicycle handle, a "J" handle, or a loop handle equipped with a barrier bar. To reduce the risk of eye injury always wear proper eye protection. Always use the appropriate deflector for the type of cutting attachment, as explained in your instruction manual.
WARNING! Improper use of any power tool may cause serious or fatal injury. Read, understand, and follow carefully the operating and safety instructions in your instruction manual before using such products.

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POWER SOURCE	Battery
WEIGHT	10.6 lbs.
WEIGHT (w/ AK 20)	13.2 lbs.
BATTERY SYSTEM	AK System
RUN TIME (w/ AK 20) UP TO	25 min.
VOLTAGE	36 volt
CUTTING WIDTH	14.96 in.