40V LITHIUM-ION AXIAL BLOWER 2400802 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) www.GreenWorksTools.com Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
CONTENTS Contents............................................................................................................................... 2 Product Specifications.......................................................................................................... 2 General Safety Rules............................................................................................................ 3 Symbols................................................................................................
GENERAL SAFETY RULES WA R N I N G Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. BEFORE USING (THIS APPLIANCE) • Use extra care when cleaning on stairs. • Do not use on outdoors or on wet surfaces. • Do not allow to be use as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children. • Use only as described in this manual.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES • • • • • • • • • • • • • • Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts. Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance. Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit. Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous, and must be repaired.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES CHILD SAFETY Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children. • Keep children out of the working area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult. • Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this blower. Children who are 14 years of age and older must read and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be trained and supervised by a parent.
SYMBOLS Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer. SYMBOL V NAME Volts DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Voltage Amperes Current Hz W Hertz Watts Frequency (cycles per second) Power min Minutes Alternating Current Time Type of current Direct Current Per Minute Type or a characteristic of current Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
KNOW YOUR BLOWER Battery release button Cruise Control Lever Trigger Blower Tube Fig. 1 KNOW YOUR BLOWER (See Figure 1.) The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules. BLOWER TUBE The blower tube can be easily installed on the blower without any additional tools.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION UNPACKING This product requires assembly. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the package contents section are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. • Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the product. • If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1.888.909.6757 for assistance.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION BATTERY IMPORTANT! The battery pack is not charged when it is purchased. Before using the blower for the first time, place the battery pack in the battery charger and charge. Make sure to read all safety precautions, and follow the instructions in the Battery Charger section. To remove (See Figure 2.) 1. Press and hold the latch button (1) with firm grip. 2. Grasp the trigger handle (2) firmly. Pull the battery pack out of the handle.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION BLOWER TUBE ASSEMBLY WA R N I N G To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts. 1. Align either of the grooves in the tube with the tabs on the blower housing. Push the tube into the blower housing until the tab engages the grooves.(See Figure 3.) Tube Tab Groove Fig. 3 2. Turn the tube in the direction of the arrow until both of the tabs slide into the lock positions. (See Figure 4.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION 3. To install the Front tube (A) to Rear Tube (B), line the hole on the front tube to the tab on the rear tube. Once aligned slide the front tube on to the rear tube until the tube is secured. (See Figure 5.) B A Fig.
OPERATION WA R N I N G Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury. WA R N I N G Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
OPERATION STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER (Fig.6) • • • Ensure that the battery is installed in the blower. Squeeze the trigger to start the blower. To change speed, Press or release trigger by degrees to increase or decrease the speed. USING CRUISE CONTROL LEVER This blower is equipped with a cruise control function. Please read and understand the function of the Cruise control lever. • Squeeze the trigger to start the unit. • Once the unit is on, push back the lever clockwise to increase the speed.
MAINTENANCE WA R N I N G In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of fire and electric shock, remove the battery pack before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the blower. CLEANING Remove the battery pack. 1. Brush or blow dust and debris out of the air vents using compressed air or a vacuum. Keep the air vents free of obstructions, sawdust, and wood chips. Do not spray, wash, or immerse the air vents in water. 2. Wipe off the housing and the plastic components using a moist, soft cloth.
MAINTENANCE BATTERY CHARGER CHARGING PROCEDURE (See Figure 11. ) NOTE: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully charge before first use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved. This lithium-ion battery will not develop a memory and may be charged at any time. A fully discharged battery pack will require approximately 90 minutes to fully charge from a discharged state. 1. Plug the charger (3) into an AC power outlet. 2. Insert the battery pack (1) into the charger(2).
MAINTENANCE CHECKING THE CHARGE If the battery pack does not charge properly: • Check the current at the power outlet with another tool. Make sure that the outlet is not turned off. • Check that the charger contacts have not been shorted by debris or foreign material. • If the surrounding air temperature is not normal room temperature, move the charger and battery pack to a lockation where the temperature is between 50°F and 100°F.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL The batteries used in this blower's battery pack contain the following toxic and corrosive material: LITHIUM-ION. WA R N I N G All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent contamination of the environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out Lithium-Ion battery packs, contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local Environmental Protection Agency for information and specific instructions.
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE Battery is not secure. Unit will not start. Battery is not charged. Unit will not blow. SOLUTION Check to ensure the latches are tightly secured in to place on the back of the blower and the battery. (Reference Page 11 of the instruction manual). Charge the battery pack according to the instructions included with your model. Defective power switch. Return to place of purchase or return the unit to a repair center or call customer service at 1-888-909-6757.
LIMITED FOUR-YEAR WARRANTY GREENWORKS™ hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of four (4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer.
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PARTS LIST ITEM NO. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 PART NO. 311021809 341091809 341081809 341051809 3220505A 31102998 (29482) 211011353(2901319) DESCRIPTION 40V Axial Blower Assembly Front Blower Tube Rear Blower Tube Rear Vent Housing Rear Vent Screws 40V GMax Charger 40V 2.
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