Earthwise Lb21018 User manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

CORDLESS 18 VOLT BLOWER LITHIUM-ION BATTERY PACK

This product is covered by U.S. patents and other international patents

LB21018

Your cordless blower has been engineered and manufactured to our high standard for dependability, ease of

operation, and operator safety. Properly cared for, it will give you years of rugged, trouble-free performance.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the operator’s manual

before using this product.

Thank you for your purchase.

SAVE THIS MANUAL FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

BATTERY MUST BE CHARGED BEFORE FIRST USE.

DO NOT RETURN THIS PRODUCT TO THE STORE. OPERATING, ASSEMBLY, PARTS, SERVICE

QUESTIONS? CALL 1-800-313-5111 BETWEEN 7:30AM - 4:30PM EST FOR ASSISTANCE.

TO REDUCE RISK OF INJURY:

Before any use, be sure everyone using this tool reads and under-

stands all safety instructions and other information contained in

this manual.

CAUTION: Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during

use. Under some conditions and duration of use, noise from this

product may contribute to hearing loss.

Save these instructions and review frequently prior to use and in

instructing others.

WARNING: When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety

precautions should always be followed to reduce risk of fire, electric

shock, and personal injury, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS

GENERAL SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

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KEEP CHILDREN AWAY - All visitors, children and pets should

stay at a safe distance from the work area.

DRESS PROPERLY – Don’t wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear

protective hair covering to contain long hair. They can be caught in

moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is

recommended when working outdoors.

USE SAFETY GLASSES –Wear safety glasses with side shields

or goggles that are marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 standard

when operating this product. Use face or dust mask if environment

is dusty.

USE RIGHT APPLIANCE – Do not use appliance for any job ex-

cept that for which it is intended.

DISCONNECT CORDLESS BLOWER from the power supply

when not in use or when servicing or cleaning. Do not leave unat-

tended.

CHECK DAMAGED PARTS – Before further use of the Blower,

any part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine

that it will operate properly and perform its intended function.

Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,

breakage of parts, mounting and any other condition that may

affect its operation. Any part that is damaged should be properly

repaired or replaced.

LIGHTING - Only operate Cordless Blower in daylight or good

artificial light.

DON’T OVERREACH – Keep proper footing and balance at all

times.

WARNING: Do Not use the Cordless Blower with any type of ac-

cessory or attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

AVOID DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS – Don’t use Cordless

Blower in rain, damp or wet locations. Do not operate Cordless

Blower in gaseous or explosive atmospheres. Motors in these tools

normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.

AVOID UNINTENTIONAL STARTING – Don’t carry the Cordless

Blower with finger on switch.

DANGER: Keep both hands on handles when power is on.

DO NOT ATTEMPT to move rocks or sharp materials while operat-

ing Blower unit. Do not use the Cordless Blower for any purpose

other than that for which it was designed.

CAUTION: Keep children and small pets a safe distance away while

operating the Cordless Blower. Flying debris can cause personal

injury.

DON’T FORCE CORDLESS BLOWER – It will do the job better and

with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was

designed.

STAY ALERT – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do

not operate Cordless Blower when you are tired or under the influ-

ence of medications, drugs or alcohol.

STORE IDLE CORDLESS BLOWER INDOORS – When not in use,

your Cordless Blower should be stored indoors in a dry and high or

locked-up place, out of reach of children.

MAINTAIN CORDLESS BLOWER WITH CARE – Keep blower tube

and handles clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of

injury. Keep handles dry and free from oil and grease.

WARNING: The batteries in this product may contain one or more

of the following chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm: lead, nickel,

cadmium, lithium, cobalt. Wash hands after handling.

WARNING: Some dust and debris created by this tool could contain

chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth

defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemi-

cals are:

-chemicals in fertilizers

-compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides

-arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how

often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure, work in a

well ventilated area and with approved safety equipment such as

dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic par-

ticles.

WARNING: The electrical cords on this product may contain chemi-

cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth de-

fects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Charge the battery pack only with the charger provided.

Allow at least 30-60 minutes of charge time before initial use of the

blower.

Make sure the power supply is normal household voltage, 120volts,

60Hz, AC only

The battery charger should be operated in temperatures between 50

and 100 degrees F

The battery should be charged in a cool, dry place.

2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be required to achieve

maximum run time/capacity.

DO NOT attempt to open the charger or the unit. There are no

customer serviceable parts inside. Call our customer service help

line at 1-800-313-5111 for assistance.

DO NOT incinerate battery packs even if they are severely damaged

or completely worn out. They can explode in a fire causing injury.

DO NOT charge appliance in rain or in wet locations.

Use the battery charger indoors only.

Disconnect charger from the power supply when not in use to prevent

damage to the charger during a power surge.

When fully charged, the battery can be safely stored in temperatures

down to -40 degrees F for a period of up to four weeks, before

requiring charging. Fully charge battery pack every 90 days.

If over a period of time the battery pack quickly runs down after a full

60 minutes charging period, a replacement battery pack is needed.

To prevent permanent damage to the battery, never store in a

discharged condition.

WINTER STORAGE - Fully recharge for the 1 hour before storage

and then again every 90 days.

Since the battery will not develop a memory, it does not have to be

fully discharged before recharging.

A small leakage of liquid from the battery cells may occur under

extreme usage, charging or temperature conditions. This does not

indicate a failure. However, if the outer seal is broken and this leakage

gets on your skin.

a. Wash quickly with soap and water.

b. Neutralize with a mild acid such as lemon juice of vinegar.

c. If the battery liquid gets in your eyes, flush them with clean

water for a minimum of 10 minutes and seek immediate

medical attention.

TO CHARGE-SEE CHARGER MANUAL FOR COMPLETE INSTRUCTIONS

TO INSTALL BATTERY PACK

Place the battery pack in your Cordless Blower. (see picture).

Ensure the latches on each side of the battery pack snap in place

and battery pack is securely connected to the Cordless Blower.

TO REMOVE BATTERY PACK

Press both latches on side of battery pack to release battery from

Cordless Blower (see picture).

BATTERY DISPOSAL

Remove the battery pack from the Cordless Blower, cover the terminals with heavy duty adhesive tape. Do not attempt to destroy

or disassemble battery pack or remove any components. This product contains lithium-ion batteries which must be recycled or

disposed of properly. Local, state or federal laws may prohibit disposal of these batteries in the municipal solid waste or rural

trash pick up systems.

The RBRC seal on the li-ion battery pack indicates that the cost to recycle the battery pack at the end of its useful life has already

been paid by The Great States Corporation/American Lawn Mower Company. It is illegal to place spent li-ion batteries in the local

municipal solid waste or in the trash. RBRC in cooperation with The Great States Corporation/American Lawn Mower Company

has provided an environmentally friendly and easy way to recycle spent li-ion batteries. Just contact your local recycling center or

call 1.800.8.BATTERY for information on where to drop off the spent battery.

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Avoid collisions with hard objects which could damage your machine.

Keep bystanders and animals at least 5 m (15 feet) away from the

working area.

Make sure that the switch is in position “0” (off), the battery pack is

disconnected and all the rotating parts are at a standstill before cleaning,

carrying out inspections or moving from one place to another.

Do not switch the machine on in enclosed or poorly ventilated spaces

or in the presence of flammable and/or explosive substances such as

liquids, gas and powders.

TUBE ASSEMBLY

To attach the tube to the blower, line up the tube with the blower housing

as shown. Push the tube into the blower housing until the lock button

engages the lock hole in the tube.

WARNING: Do Not use the blower with any type of accessory or

attachment. Such usage might be hazardous.

BLOWING

Blow mode can be also used to clean corners, fences, walls,

wooden areas or beneath cars. Be careful how you point the jet of

air as it could move heavy material and cause injury or damage.

Turn the switch to on, point the jet of air in front of you and move

forward slowly to gather together the leaves or to move the leaves

from inaccessible areas.

WARNING: After the battery has been fully depleted, make sure the

switch is in “O” off position.

OPERATING

UNPACKING

This product requires some assembly.

Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the

box .Make sure that all items listed in the packing list 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 1.800.313.5111 for

assistance .

PACKING LIST

- Blower

- Blower Tube

- Battery and Charger

- Instruction manual

Assembling the unit as a blower

Connect two blower tubes together。

Fit the larger diameter end of blower tubes onto the air outlet of the

motor housing and rotate until engaged .

ASSEMBLY

MAINTENANCE

If you drop the blower, carefully inspect it for damage. If the tube

is broken, housing cracked, or handles broken or if you see any

other condition that may affect the blower’s operation, call our

customer service help line at 1-800-313-5111 for assistance.

Make sure the battery is detached from the unit, then use only

mild soap and a damp cloth to clean the tool. Never let any liquid

get inside the tool; never immerse any part of the tool into a liquid.

IMPORTANT: To assure product SAFETY and RELIABILITY,

repairs, maintenance and adjustment should be performed by a

qualified individual, always using identical replacement parts.

CAUTION: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum

based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic

parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy

plastic.

Fertilizers and other garden chemicals contain agents which

greatly accelerate the corrosion of metals Do not store the tool

on or adjacent to fertilizers or chemicals.

CALL US FIRST !!

Call us first with questions about operating or maintaining your cordless

blower at 1.800.313.5111 between 7:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Eastern

Standard Time, or send emails to earthwise@reelin.com.

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FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

LB21018

Input. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 V/1.5Ah, DC only

Speed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ……….130 MPH

Tube Length. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ……….20 in.

Weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ………...4 Ib.

Charger (adapter) input……………………………...…………..120V, 60Hz, AC

Battery Charging time…………………………………..…………………...1 hour

- One Speed Switch - On/Off - Snap on tube - Rubber Molded Over Handle -

TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem

- Unit does not run

Possible Cause

- Battery not making contact

- Battery not installed properly

- Battery not charged

Possible Solution

- Check battery is fully inserted

- Check that battery is securely connected to the blower

- Check battery charging requirements

- Battery will not charge - Insert battery into charger until red LED appears

- Plug charger into a working outlet

- Check current at receptacle by plugging in a lamp or

other appliance

- Check to see if receptacle is connected to a light switch

which turns power off when you turn out the lights

- Move charger and tool to a surrounding air temperature of

above 40 degree F (4,5 degree C) or below 105 degree F

( +40,5 degree C)

- Battery not inserted into charger

- Charger not plugged in

- Surrounding air temperature too hot or too cold

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NOTES

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NOTES

The Great States Corporation

American Lawn Mower Company

830 Webster Street

Shelbyville, IN 46176

Phone 1-800-313-5111

www.reelin.com/earthwise

In a continued commitment to improve quality, the Manufacturer reserves the right

to make component changes or design changes when necessary.

WARRANTY

LIMITED WARRANTY FOR CORDLESS ELECTRIC MODELS

This product is manufactured for The Great States Corporation/American Lawn Mower Company. The Great States Corporation/American

Lawn Mower Company, Shelbyville, Indiana, has been making lawn mowers for over 100 years and it warrants to the original owner that

each new product and service part is free from defects in material and workmanship and agrees to repair or replace under this warranty any

defective product or part from the original date of purchase for two (2) years except for the conditions and circumstances listed below. Proof

of purchase (original dated sales receipt) must accompany all warranty claims.

THIS WARRANTY IS NOT TRANSFERABLE AND DOES NOT COVER:

Products sold damaged or incomplete, sold “as is”, sold reconditioned, or

used as rental equipment.

Delivery, installation, or normal adjustments explained in the operator’s

manual.

Damage or liability caused by shipping, improper handling, improper instal-

lation, incorrect voltage or improper wiring, improper maintenance, improper

modification, or the use of accessories and/or attachments not specifically

recommended.

Repairs necessary because of operator abuse or negligence, or the failure

to install, operate, maintain, or store the product according to the instruc-

tions in the operator’s manual.

Damage caused by cold, heat, rain, excessive humidity, corrosive environ-

ments and materials, or other contaminants.

Expendable items that become worn during normal use.

Cosmetic defects that do not interfere with tool functionality.

Freight costs from customer to vendor.

Repair and transportation costs of products or parts determined not to be

defective.

ANY INCIDENTAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL LOSS, DAMAGE,

OR EXPENSE THAT MAY RESULT FROM ANY DEFECT, FAILURE, OR

MALFUNCTION OF THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclu-

sion or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above

limitations may not apply to you.

ANY NON-RESIDENTIAL USE OR COMMERCIAL USE VOIDS ALL

WARRANTIES.

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