Description:

A lightweight and easy to use battery-powered trimmer - ideal for suburban yards. Batteries and chargers can be purchased separately or as a combined set with tool.

Get great value with the STIHL FSA 57 Lithium-Ion trimmer. A lightweight, battery-powered trimmer, is an ideal choice for maintaining suburban yards. This trimmer cuts an 11" swath at a continuous high speed, saving time and doing more with a STIHL AK Series battery. With an AK 10 battery, the trimmer weighs just 7.5 pounds and has a run time of up to 20 minutes on a single charge. For comfort and convenience, this unit features an adjustable shaft to customize height to the user, an easy-to-use AutoCut® head which feeds noise-reducing line, and a bump guard to help the user trim carefully around obstacles like trees and shrubs. The FSA 57 trimmer is available as a stand-alone unit or as a value-priced bundle with the AK 10 battery and AL 101 battery charger. Other battery options are available.

Features:

• 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.
• Reduced-Emission Engine Technology - Caring for Nature: The STIHL Inc. “Caring for Nature” seal identifies its powered products that are more environmentally conscious, producing zero or low exhaust emissions. STIHL Inc. defines “low exhaust emissions” as being cleaner than EPA and/or CARB exhaust emission standards.
• High Tech Polymer Housing: Housings are lightweight, withstand greater impact and are corrosion-resistant.
• Adjustable front handle: The front handle is easily adjustable (360-degree rotation) for comfort.
• Throttle Trigger Interlock: Must be depressed before the trigger can be activated.
• Hanging Loop: Hang your cordless trimmer securely on a wall to save space using the loop in the handle housing.
• Loop Handle: A thumb screw allows the ergonomic loop handle to be easily adjusted to desired position without tools.
• Lightweight Portability: Great for maneuverability and extended use.

Specifications:

• Power Source: Battery
• Weight: 5.9 lbs.
• Weight (w/ AK 10): 7.7 lbs.
• Cutting Width: 11 in.
• Battery System: AK Series
• Run Time (w/ AK 10) Up To: 25 min.

NOTES:

*Run time may vary based on battery type, charge level and capacity, model, operating style and conditions. Note: Weight displayed does not include cutting attachment or deflector. The battery working time specifications for each battery charge are estimates and may vary depending on how the tool is used and what is being cut. Warnings and Safety WARNING! Improper use of any trimmer/brushcutters 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 limit stop, 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. Note: STIHL engine products with the Caring for Nature logo are cleaner than EPA Standards for exhaust emissions. 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. STIHL products sold through U.S. STIHL Dealers are for distribution in the United States only.