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Description
The HLA 56 is the perfect tool to cut taller hedges and shrubs in your garden.
Our lightweight and well-balanced cordless long-reach hedge trimmer has double-edged, droplet-shaped blades to guide branches between the cutting teeth for a precise and even finish. The angle of the head can be changed from -45° to +90°, so you can easily trim all of those hard-to-reach areas in the garden.
With a detachable shaft for easy transport and a bracket included for neat storage, the HLA 56 is a great tool to add to your collection. The HLA 56 is just one of the tools in our AK System – the interchangeable battery in the HLA 56 can also be used in other tools in this range, including a grass trimmer, blower, lawn mowers and chainsaws. Carrying length: 115 cm.
Cannot be used with Kombi attachments, HTA 50 pole pruner, RTS harness or HTA 50 shaft extension.
Specifications
| Charger Included | AL 101 |
|---|---|
| Run Time With AK 10 | 50 minutes |
| Run Time With AK 20 | 100 minutes |
| Run Time With AK 30 | 120 minutes |
| Highest Run Time | 120 mins |
| Battery Included | AK 20 |
| Run Time With AK 30S | 120 minutes |
| Blade | Double |
|---|---|
| Tooth Spacing | 30 mm |
| Blade Length | 45cm / 18" |
| Blade Stroke Rate | 2800 rpm |
| Range Of Movement | 135 ° |
| Power Source | Battery |
|---|---|
| Power Output | 0.21 kW |
| Voltage | 36 V |
| Vibration Levels | 1.5/1.5 m/s² |
|---|---|
| Sound Level | 88 dB(A) |
| Weight | 3.8 kg |
|---|---|
| Total Length | 210 cm |
| Handle Type | Loop |
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| User Type | Domestic |
| Dimensions | 120 × 25 × 15 cm |
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STIHL Warranty
STIHL GB WARRANTY PERIODS BY PRODUCT
| PRODUCT | DOMESTIC | PROFESSIONAL |
| 2 years | N/A | |
| AP System* | 2 years | 2 years |
| 2 years | 1 year | |
| Personal protective equipment | 1 year | 1 year |
| Pressure washers | 3 years | 2 years |
GROUNDS CARE WARRANTY PERIODS
| PRODUCT | DOMESTIC | PROFESSIONAL |
| iMOW® Robotic lawn mowers** | 5 years | 5 years |
| AK System lawn mowers and scarifier** | 5 years | 3 months |
| AP System lawn mowers** | 5 years | 2 years |
2 / 4 / 5 / 6 Series Petrol lawn mowers** (excluding RM 655 RS, RM 4 RTP) | 5 years | 3 months |
| 5 years | 1 year | |
| 2 years | 3 months | |
| Mono-handlebar / deck | 10 years | 3 months |
| Mono-handlebar 7 Series | 10 years | 5 years |
*Handheld products only. For petrol, AK and AP System lawn mowers, see Grounds Care warranty periods below.
**Subject to product registration and annual servicing.
Warranty periods apply when the product is used for the designed purpose of that product.
Top handle chainsaws are specified for professional arborists or operators who can prove competence by way of certification from an approved educational body.
Occasions arise whereby warranty periods may be extended / shortened, due to promotional campaigns. Correspondence detailing these changes will be released before the promotion’s active date.
STIHL connected professional warranty extension
Extension of professional warranty by 1 year when purchased with selected professional petrol tools and AP System battery tools with a STIHL Smart Connector or Smart Connector 2 A. The warranty extension must be registered at point of sale by the STIHL Approved Dealer. For full details of all products included please click here.
MotoMix® fuel domestic warranty extension
Extension of Domestic warranty from 2 to 3 years when purchased with 5 litres of MotoMix®. Domestic customers can now extend warranty cover of selected machines, when purchased along with 5 litres of MotoMix®. The extension must be registered at point of sale by the STIHL Approved Dealer. For full details of all products included please click here.
Spare Parts
Spare parts are covered by a 1 year warranty.
VIKING to STIHL transition
From 1 January 2019 all VIKING grounds care products were re-branded to become STIHL. Therefore for any warranty enquiries relating to the VIKING product range, please refer to the section labelled STIHL grounds care products.
Security updates
The iMOW® will receive security updates for at least 24 months after purchase.
ADVANCE ProCOM will receive security updates for at least 36 months after purchase.
STIHL Hedge Trimmer Maintenance Guide

Why it’s important to clean your hedge trimmer
Cleaning your hedge trimmer regularly protects it from premature wear and is vital to keeping it in good working order. When you use your hedge trimmer, the blades accumulate sap, resin and dirt as they cut – if left alone, these sticky residues will quickly impair the cutting performance of your trimmer. Branches and leaves that get into the gaps in the cutting attachment can also stop the tool from working properly. And if you don’t clean your hedge trimmer before storage, rust can form on the cutting attachment.
How to clean your hedge trimmer: materials
You’ll need the following materials and tools to get your hedge trimmer properly cleaned and protected:
- Brush
- Soft cloth
- Maintenance oil and resin solvent
- Screwdriver (for deep cleaning)
- Safety glasses
- Gloves made from robust material
How to clean your hedge trimmer: preparation
Before you start cleaning your hedge trimmer, you need to take a few safety precautions.
Make sure that your tool is switched off and cannot start again while you are working on it.
- For a petrol hedge trimmer: remove the spark plug.
- For an electric hedge trimmer: disconnect the plug.
- For a cordless hedge trimmer: remove the battery.
- For a hedge trimmer with an integrated battery: switch off the hedge trimmer and remove the activation key.
- For a cordless hedge trimmer charger: disconnect the plug.
Keep safety in mind, and always wear sturdy gloves and safety glasses to prevent injury when you’re cleaning your hedge trimmer. The operating instructions for your hedge trimmer include more safety information that you should familiarise yourself with.
How to clean hedge trimmer blades after each use
After using your hedge trimmer, take a few minutes to inspect and clean it every time. Give the cutting attachment particular attention, as this part is most exposed to external influences.
Use a brush to clean the cutting attachment and remove any large debris, like leaves and branches. Then give the blades a quick spray with resin solvent and run the hedge trimmer very briefly; doing this helps to distribute lubricant onto all the individual teeth and into the gaps. We recommend STIHL Superclean resin solvent because it provides corrosion protection as well as dissolving resin and sap.
Wipe the housing, battery and charger with a damp cloth. Clean the electrical contacts on the charger with a paintbrush or other soft brush, if necessary.
Now you can put the hedge trimmer scabbard on and put your tools away under cover until you next use it.
Important: Remove the battery before putting a cordless hedge trimmer away. Store it in a dry place separate from the hedge trimmer and charger.
How to clean before extended storage
Your hedge trimmer needs a deep clean every now and again, especially if you plan to put it away for several months, or if it’s not working properly.
The first step in a thorough cleaning is to remove the cutting attachment from your hedge trimmer. You need to remove two screws to do this: one connects the drive to the blade, and the other is on the blade itself. Wipe any dust or dirt off the blades with a brush. Use a hedge trimmer blade cleaner, such as a resin solvent, if there is a lot of resin on your hedge trimmer.





















