ALPHA WORKS GUT054 User manual
ALPHAWORKS
10" CORDLESS SNOW THROWER
OPERATOR' MANUAL
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
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GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
ALL OPERATORS MUST READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules
and Operating Instructions. The important precautions, safeguards and instructions appearing
in this manual are not meant to cover all possible situations. It must be understood that
common sense and caution are factors which cannot be built into the product.
WEAR EYE PROTECTION
WEAR A FACE MASK
WEAR EAR PROTECTION
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
Use proper circuit protection.
Ventilation openings in batteries and chargers must always be to allow cooling air to circulate
freely. Air vents that are blocked, restricted or covered may result in the battery or charger
overheating. Overheating may lead to damage to the tool or cause a fire resulting in possible
serious injury.
WORK AREA SAFETY
Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
Do not operate snow shovel in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose control.
Do not expose the snow shovel to rain or wet locations. Water entering a shovel will increase
the risk of electric shock.
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20V MAX 10"SNOW SHOVEL
SKU#
Voltage
Clearing width
Maximum snow intake height
Maximum throwing distance
Weight
GUT054
20V
10”/25.4cm
6”/16cm
20’/6m
10 lbs. /4.5 kgs
BATTERY AND CHARGER
Battery voltage
Charger
20V 2.0 Ah Li-ion
Up to 70 minutes, Class 2
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual before
operating this unit.
Thoroughly familiarize yourself with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know
how to stop the unit and disengage the controls quickly.
Children should never be allowed access to the equipment. Adults should never operate the
equipment without carefully reading and understanding these instructions
Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and Exercise caution
to avoid slipping or falling.
Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires and other foreign objects.
Do not attempt to clear snow from a gravel or crushed rock surface. This product is intended
for use only on paved surfaces.
Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is running (except when specifically
recommended by the manufacturer).
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all
times.
Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay
alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
After striking a foreign object, stop the motor. Thoroughly inspect the cordless snow shovel for
any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the cordless snow shovel.
If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check the unit immediately to
ascertain the cause. Vibration is generally a sign of trouble.
Stop the motor and remove the battery whenever you leave the operating position, when
transporting the unit, before unclogging the rotor blade housing and when making any repairs,
adjustments or inspections to the unit.
When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the cordless snow shovel, make sure that all moving
parts have come to a complete stop before beginning work. Exercise extreme caution when
operating on slopes.
Look behind and use care when backing up with the cordless snow shovel. Never operate the
cordless snow shovel without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a
firm hold on the handles. Walk, never run with the unit.
CLEARING A CLOGGED ROTOR HOUSING
Hand contact with the rotating rotor blades Inside the rotor housing is the most common cause
of Injury associated with cordless snow shovels. Never use your hands to clear a clogged rotor
housing.
To clear the rotor housing:
1. Shut the motor off and remove the battery.
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the rotor blades have come to a complete stop.
3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands, to free the rotating blades.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
Check all fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to ensure that the equipment is In
safe working condition.
Always refer to the operators’ manual for important details, such as how to properly store your
cordless snow shovel for an extended period of time.
Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as needed.
Run the machine a few minutes after throwing snow to prevent the rotor blades from freezing.
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BATTERY AND CHARGER SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Analyses confirm that incorrect use and poor care of high-performance batteries are the main
factors responsible for personal and/or product damage.
Use only approved replacement batteries; other batteries may damage the cordless snow
shovel and cause it to malfunction, which can lead to serious personal injury.
Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified Damaged or modified
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.
Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the
instructions for use and care.
Have your battery pack serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of the battery pack is maintained.
To reduce the risk of injury, charge the 20V lithium-ion battery pack only in its designated
lithium-ion charger. Other types of chargers present risk of fire, personal injury and damage.
Do not wire a battery pack to a power supply plug or car cigarette lighter. Such misuse will
permanently disable or damage the battery pack.
Avoid dangerous environments- Do not charge the battery pack in rain, snow or in damp or
wet locations Do not use the battery pack or charger in the presence of explosive atmospheres
(gaseous fumes, dust or flammable materials because sparks may be generated when
inserting or removing the battery pack which could lead to a fire.
Charge in a well-ventilated area - Do not block the charger vents. Keep them clear to allow
for proper ventilation. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a charging battery pack.
Vented gases may explode.
NOTE: The safe temperature range for the battery Is 41°F-105°F/5°C-40.5°C. Do not charge
the battery outside in freezing weather, charge it at room temperature.
Charger is rated for 100~240V volt AC only - The charger must be plugged into an appropri-
ate receptacle.
Use only recommended attachments- Use of an attachment not recommended or sold by
the battery charger or battery pack manufacturer may result in risk of fire, electric shock or
personal injury.
Unplug charger when not in use- Make sure to remove battery packs from unplugged chargers
To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug the charger before performing any cleaning
or maintenance. Do not allow water to flow into the charger. Use a Ground Fault Circuit
Interrupter (GFCI) to reduce shock hazards.
Do not burn or incinerate battery packs-Battery packs may explode, causing personal injury or
damage. Toxic fumes and materials are created when battery packs are burned.
Do not crush, drop or damage battery packs- Do not use the battery pack or charger if they
have sustained a sharp blow, been dropped, run over or have been damaged in any way (i.e.
pierced with a nail, hit with a hammer, stepped.
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Do not disassemble- Incorrect reassembly may pose a serious risk of electric shock, fire or
exposure to toxic battery chemicals.
Battery chemicals cause serious burns- Never let a damaged battery pack contact the skin,
eyes or mouth. If a damaged battery pack leaks battery chemical, use rubber or neoprene
gloves to safely dispose of it. If skin is exposed to battery fluids, wash the affected area with
soap and water and rinse with vinegar. If eyes are exposed to battery chemicals, immediately
flush with water for 20 minutes and seek medical attention. Remove and dispose of contami-
nated clothing
Do not short circuit- A battery pack will short circuit if a metal object makes a connection
between the positive and negative contacts on the battery pack.
Do not place a battery pack near anything that may cause a short circuit, such as paper clips,
coins, keys, screws, nails and other metallic objects. A short-circuited battery pack poses a risk
of fire and severe personal injury.
Store your battery pack and charger in a cool, dry place- Do not store the battery pack or
charger where temperatures may exceed 105℉/40.5℃, such as in direct sunlight or inside a
vehicle or metal building during the summer.
INFORMATION ABOUT THE BATTERY
1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless snow shovel is only partially charged. The
battery pack has to be charged completely before you use the tool for the first time.
2. For optimum battery performance, avoid low discharge cycles by charging.
3. Store the battery pack In a cool place, Ideally at 77°F/25°C and charged to at least 40%.
4. Lithium-ion batteries are subject to a natural aging process. The battery pack must be
replaced at the latest when its capacity falls to just 80% of its capacity when new Weakened
cells in an aged battery pack are no longer capable of meeting the high-power requirements
needed for the proper operation of your snow shovel, and therefore pose a safety risk.
5. Do not throw battery packs into an open fire as this poses a risk of explosion.
6. Do not ignite the battery pack or expose It to fire.
7. Do not exhaustively discharge batteries. Exhaustive discharge will damage the battery cells.
The most common cause of exhaustive discharge is lengthy storage or nonuse of partially
discharged batteries. Stop working as soon as the performance of the battery falls noticeably
or the electronic protection system triggers. Place the battery pack in storage only after it has
been fully charged
8. Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads will quickly result in overheating and
cell damage inside the battery housing even if this overheating is not apparent externally
9. Avoid damage and shocks. Immediately replace batteries that have been dropped from a
height of more than one meter or those that have been exposed to violent shocks, even if
the housing of the battery pack appears to be undamaged. The battery cells inside the
battery may have suffered serious damage. In such instances, please read the waste
disposal information for proper battery disposal
10. If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating, the integrated protective cutoff will
switch off the equipment for safety reasons.
Do not press the ON/OFF switch anymore if the protective cut off has been activated. This may
damage the battery pack.
11. Use only original battery packs. The use of other batteries poses a fire risk and may result
in injuries or an explosion.
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE CHARGER AND THE CHARGING PROCESS
1. Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Be sure to connect
the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate. Never
connect it to a different charger voltage.
2. Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage. Keep the charger and its cord away
from heat, oil and sharp edges.
3. Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any
adapter plugs with grounded appliances Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce
the risk of electric shock.
4. Keep the battery charger, battery pack(s)and the cordless tool out of the reach of children
5. Do not use the supplied battery charger to charge other cordless tools unless indicated as
compatible by the manufacturer.
6. During periods of heavy use, the battery pack will become warm. Allow the battery pack to
cool to room temperature before inserting it into the charger to recharge.
7. Do not overcharge batteries Do not exceed the maximum charging times. These charging
times only apply to discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or partially charged
battery pack will result in overcharging and cell damage. Do not leave batteries in the
charger for days on end
8. Never use or charge batteries if you suspect that it has been more than 12 months since the
last time they were charged. There is a high probability that the battery pack has already
suffered dangerous damage (exhaustive discharge).
9. Charging batteries at a temperature below 41°F /5°C will cause chemical damage to the
cells and may cause a fire.
10. Do not use batteries that have been exposed to heat during the charging process, as the
battery cells may have suffered dangerous damage.
11. Do not use batteries that have suffered curvature or deformation during the charging
process or those that exhibit other atypical symptoms (gassing hissing, cracking, etc.)
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KNOW YOUR SNOW SHOVEL
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CONNECTING THE POLES
Slide the middle pole into the lower pole assembly and the upper pole assembly
Align the screw holes.
Insert the joint-fixing knobs through the aligned holes in the poles and secure the
other end with the washers and the Joint-fixing knobs.
NOTE: You may have to carefully move the wiring inside the tube to one side if it
Blocks the path of the bolt.
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STARTING THE MACHINE
To start the cordless snow shovel, push and hold the safety lock switch on the side of the
handle grip with your thumb and then squeeze the trigger switch with your fingers. Once the
machine powers on, you can release the safety lock switch and proceed with operation.
To stop the cordless snow shovel, release the trigger switch.
HANDLE ADJUSTMENT
To adjust the angle of the auxiliary handle, follow the instructions below.
1. Stop the machine and remove the battery. Wait until the blade comes to a complete stop.
2. Loosen the auxiliary handle by turning the handle knob counterclockwise Rotate the auxiliary
handle to a comfortable position.
3. Fix the handle by tightening the handle knob. Insert the battery and resume working
To adjust the location of the auxiliary handle, follow the instructions below.
1. Stop the machine and remove the battery. Wait until the blade comes to a complete stop
2. Loosen handle knob slightly and slide auxiliary handle as needed to desired location.
Retighten handle knob securely Insert the battery and resume working NOTE: In order to
prevent the auxiliary handle from moving around or sliding on the pole, be sure to tighten
securely.
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OPERATING TIPS
1. Start the cordless snow shovel. Push the shovel forward at a comfortable rate, yet slow
enough to clear the path completely. The clearing width of the snow shovel and the depth of
snowfall should dictate your forward speed.
2. Direct the snow discharge to the right or to the left by holding the cordless snow shovel at a
slight angle.
3. To remove snow most efficiently, throw the snow downwind and slightly overlap each swath.
4. This cordless snow shovel cuts a path 10"/25.4cm wide and up to 6"/ 16cm deep.
5. When clearing deeper drifts, hold the cordless snow shovel by the upper and lower handles
and use a swinging or sweeping motion. Remove up to 6”/16cm.
6. Remove the battery after using the cordless snow shovel. Hang the shovel so it will not be
misplaced or damaged.
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