ITEM #0727249 40 V SNOW SHOVEL MODEL #KSS 2540A-06 Español p. 18 ATTACH YOUR RECEIPT HERE Serial Number Purchase Date Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Product Specifications............................................................................................................2 Package Contents................................................................................................................3 Hardware Contents..............................................................................................................4 Symbols................................................................................................
PACKAGE CONTENTS D C E H A I B G F PART DESCRIPTION A Upper Handle Assembly QUANTITY 1 B Lower Handle Assembly 1 C Trigger 1 D Lock-off Lever 1 E Front/Auxiliary Handle 1 F Scraper 1 G Impeller 1 H Battery 1 I Charger 1 3
HARDWARE CONTENTS (not shown actual size) AA Fastening Knob Qty. 1 BB CC Screws (preassembled) Bolt Qty. 1 Qty.
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.
SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL DANGER WARNING CAUTION CAUTION MEANING Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
SAFETY INFORMATION WARNING 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. • Walk. Do not run. • Verify that the power tool is not in contact with anything before turning it on. • Stay away from impeller openings at all times. Keep face, hands, and feet away from concealed, moving, or rotating parts. • Be attentive when using the power tool.
SAFETY INFORMATION • If the power tool strikes a foreign object, follow these steps: i) Stop the power tool. ii) Inspect for damage. iii) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the power tool. • Store Idle Power Tool Indoors – When not in use, power tools should be stored indoors in dry, locked-up place out of reach of children. • Maintain Power Tools With Care – Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
PREPARATION Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product. Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts. 1.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT: The battery pack is not charged when it is purchased. Before using the snow shovel for the first time, place the battery pack in the battery charger and charge. 3 H Battery release button 3a. To install battery • Align the battery (H) with the cavity in the snow shovel housing. • Insert the battery until the battery release button locks into place. You should hear a “click” once it is installed. Note: The battery can only be installed one way. 3b.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS WARNING To avoid injury: • Do not squeeze the trigger while the shovel shovel is inverted. • Do not carry the snow shovel with your finger on the switch. Avoid unintentional starting. 1. To turn on/off: • Press the lock-off lever (D). Squeeze the trigger (C) to start. • Release the trigger (C) to stop. 1 Note: The lock-off lever must be engaged before the trigger is active. Once the trigger is engaged, release the lock-off lever. D C 2.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 1. Transporting the snow shovel 1 • Allow the motor to cool down before transporting. • Secure the snow shovel while transporting. • When moving the snow shovel, grasp it by the top handle and auxiliary handle. 2. Scraper replacement 2 IMPORTANT: Always remove the battery from the tool before performing any maintenance on it. BB • Place the snow shovel on the ground or on a work bench. Position the snow shovel so that the impeller is facing up.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 3. Impellor replacement 3a • Remove the right side cover by removing 6 screws. 3d • Remove the 4 screws . 3g • Remove the impellor shaft with pulley assembly attached. 3b 3c • Pull the belt tensioner (idler arm) away from the drive pulley. Be sure not to lose the washer and screw left. • Remove the belt. 3f 3e • Remove the left side cover by removing 6 screws. 3h • Remove the nut that secures the left side plate. 3i • Discard the old/damaged impellor.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE 3j • Replace and tighten the remaining nut to secure the left side plate assembly. 3m • Place the belt back into its place. 3l 3k • Replace and tighten the remaining screws to secure the left side cover. • Replace and tighten the remaining screws to secure the pulley assembly. 3n • Place the belt tensioner (idler arm) back into its place. 3o • Replace and tighten the remaining screws to secure the right side cover.
CARE AND MAINTENANCE WARNING In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of fire and electric shock, remove the battery pack before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the snow shovel. STORAGE • Allow the motor to cool down before storing. • Store the snow shovel in a locked location in order to prevent unauthorized use or damage. • Store the snow shovel in a dry, well-ventilated area. • Store the snow shovel out of the reach of children.
WARRANTY 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY This 40 V Lithiuim-Ion snow shovel is warranted to the original purchaser from the original purchase date for five (5) years subject to the warranty coverage described herein. This 40 V Lithiuim-Ion snow shovel is warranted for the original user to be free from defects in material and workmanship.
REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST For replacement parts, call our customer service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. - 8 p.m., EST, Monday - Friday.
