EGO RBA2100 User manual

OPERATOR'S MANUAL
RUBBER BROOM ATTACHMENT
MODEL NUMBER RBA2100/RBA2100-FC
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Operator’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
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RUBBER BROOM ATTACHMENT — RBA2100/RBA2100-FC2
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ..........................................4
Important Safety Instructions .............................5-9
Introduction ............................................10
Specications ..........................................11
Packing List ............................................11
Description .........................................12-13
Assembly ...........................................14-18
Operation ...........................................19-20
Maintenance ........................................21-23
Troubleshooting ......................................24-25
Warranty ...........................................26-27

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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling
and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the state of California
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
◾Lead from lead - based paints
◾Crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products, and
◾Arsenic and chromium from chemically - treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of
work. To reduce your exposure to these chemical: work in a well ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.

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SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The
safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and
understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The
instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention
measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this
Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,”
and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION.
May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.
WARNING! The operation of any power tools can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye
damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety
goggles or safety glasses with side shield and a full face shield when
needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over
eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection
which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read,
understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble
and operate it.
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
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Understand
Operator's
Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand the operator’s manual before using
this product.
Wear Eye
Protection
Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses
with side shields when operating this product.
Wear Protective
Gloves
Protect your hands with gloves when handling
blades. Heavy-duty, nonslip gloves improve your
grip and protect your hands.
Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in
personal injury or property damage.
Recycle Symbols
This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries.
Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal
of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your
local waste authority for information regarding
available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4 Ingress Protection
Degree Protection from splashing water
V Volt Voltage
mm Millimeter Length or size
in. Inch Length or size

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kg Kilogram Weight
lb Pound Weight
°C Celsius
Temperature Temperature
°F Fahrenheit
Temperature Temperature

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING: When using electric rubber broom, basic safety precautions should
always be followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury,
including the following:
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DANGER! Do not rely on the tool’s insulation against electric shock. To
reduce the risk of electrocution, never operate the tool in the vicinity of any
wires or cables which may carry electric current.
CAUTION! Wear appropriate personal hearing protection during use. Under some
conditions and durations of use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
◾Keep Children Away - All visitors should be kept at least 100 feet away from
work area.
◾Avoid Dangerous Environments – Don’t use appliances on damp or wet slope.
◾Dress Properly - Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended
when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
◾Use Safety Glasses - Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
◾Use the Right Tool - Do not use the tool for any job except that for which it is
intended.
◾Don’t Force the Rubber Broom - It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
◾Don’t Overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
◾Stay Alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the
rubber broom when you are tired.
◾Do not operate the rubber broom while under the inuence of alcohol or
drugs.
◾Keep guards in place and in working order.
WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury to persons, do not operate without
guards in place.
◾Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.

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◾Store Rubber Broom Indoors - When not in use the rubber broom should
be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place with the battery pack
removed- out of reach of children.
◾Maintain Rubber Broom With Care - Keep the rubber broom attachment clean
for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow the instructions for
changing accessories. Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
◾Check Damaged Parts - Before further use of the rubber broom, a guard or
other 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. A guard or other part that is
damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center
unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
◾Clear the area to be cut before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks,
broken glass, nails, wire, or string that can be thrown or become entangled in the
rubber broom attachment. Make sure that other persons and pets are at least 17
ft. (5m) away.
◾Always hold the unit rmly, with both hands on the handles, while
operating. Wrap your ngers and thumbs around the handles.
◾Avoid Accidentally Starting – Don’t carry the rubber broom with your nger on
the trigger.
◾Do not operate the rubber broom in gaseous or explosive atmospheres.
Motors in these appliances normally spark, and the sparks might ignite fumes.
◾Damage to Rubber Broom - If you strike a foreign object with the rubber broom
or it becomes entangled, stop the tool immediately, check for damage and have
any damage repaired before further operation is attempted. Do not operate with a
broken guard.
◾If the equipment should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and
check immediately for the cause.
◾Replace a damaged rubber broom immediately. Such attachments may
shatter at high speed and cause serious or fatal injury.
◾Check the rubber broom attachment at regular short intervals during
operation, or immediately if there is a noticeable change in sweeping
behavior.

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◾To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, never work on a
ladder or on any other insecure support. Never hold the rubber broom
attachment above waist height.
◾Do not charge the battery pack in rain, or in wet locations.
◾Use Only With The 56V Lithium-Ion Power Head PH1400/PH1400-FC.
◾Do not dispose of the battery in a re. The cells may explode. Check with
local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
◾Do not open or mutilate the battery. Released electrolyte is corrosive and may
cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
◾Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with
conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or
conductor may overheat and cause burns.
◾Replacement Parts - When servicing, use only identical EGO replacement parts.
Use of any other accessory or attachment may increase the risk of injury.
◾Battery tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet;
therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible
hazards even when the tool is not operating. Take care when performing
maintenance or service.
◾Remove or disconnect battery pack before servicing, cleaning or
removing material from the rubber broom.
◾Do not wash with a hose; avoid getting water in motor and electrical
connections.
◾Do not expose a battery pack or tool to re or excessive temperature.
Exposure to re or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
◾If situations occur that are not covered in this manual, use care and
good judgment. Contact the EGO Customer Service Center for assistance.
◾Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct
others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend
these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.
NOTE: SEE YOUR POWER HEAD OPERATOR’S MANUAL FOR
ADDITIONAL SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES.

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of the EGO RUBBER BROOM ATTACHMENT. It
has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible
dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO
Customer Service Center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on the safe assembly, operation and
maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this
manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.
SERIAL NUMBER _____________________ DATE OF PURCHASE _________________
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A
SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

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SPECIFICATIONS
Drum Diameter 10.6” (270mm)
Sweeping Width 21” (540mm)
Operating Temperature 5°F-104°F (-15°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature -40°F-158°F (-40°C to 70°C)
Weight (including the guard) 13.89lbs (6.30kg)
PACKING LIST
PART NAME QUANTITY
Rubber Broom Attachment 1
Rubber paddle broom 2
Drive Axle 2
Guard( with bolt) 1
Allen Key 1
Hitch pin 2
Lock pin 2
Operator’s Manual 1

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DESCRIPTION
KNOW YOUR RUBBER BROOM ATTACHMENT (Fig.1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and
in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before
using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.
1End Cap
Rubber Paddle Broom
Rubber Paddle Broom
Hitch Pin
Allen Key
Gear Box
Guard
Aluminum Shaft

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WARNING: Never operate the tool without the guard rmly in place. The guard
must always be on the tool to protect the user.
END CAP
Protects shaft from the intrusion of dirt and debris when not in use.
GUARD
Reduces the risk of injury from foreign objects ung backwards toward the operator
and from contact with the rubber paddle brooms.
HITCH PIN
Secures the rubber paddle brooms and simplies removal and installation of the rubber
paddle brooms.
RUBBER PADDLE BROOM
Tool for sweeping and clearing.
ALLEN KEY
To assemble the plastic guard.

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ASSEMBLY
WARNING: If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product
until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could
result in serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not
recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modication is misuse
and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possibly serious personal injury.
WARNING: Do not connect the rubber broom to the power head until assembly
is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and possible serious
personal injury.
UNPACKING
◾This product requires assembly.
◾Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that
all items listed in the packing list are included.
WARNING: Do not use this product if any parts on the packing list are already
assembled to your product when you unpack it. Parts on this list are not assembled to
the product by the manufacturer and require customer installation. Use of a product
that may have been improperly assembled could result in serious personal injury.
◾Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred
during shipping
◾Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the tool.
◾If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of
purchase.

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MOUNTING THE GUARD
WARNING: Install the guard
before the rubber broom attachment is
connected to the power head.
1. Loosen and remove the bolt from
the guard with the supplied Allen
key (Fig.2).
2. Lift the rubber broom attachment
shaft and remove the end cap from
the shaft.
3. With the slot in the guard aligned
with the rib on the end of the shaft,
pass the guard through the shaft
until the screw holes in the guard
and in the shaft are aligned
(Fig. 3 & 4).
4. Use the supplied Allen key to tighten
the bolt in the clockwise direction,
to lock the guard securely.
2
4
Bolt
3
Rib
Slot

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MOUNTING THE RUBBER PADDLE
BROOMS
1. Push the drive axle onto the driven
shaft (Fig.5).
2. To secure the drive axle to the
driven shaft, insert the lock pin into
the locking hole.
NOTE: The lock pin need to be installed
in place (Fig.6).
3. Following the same steps to mount
the other drive axle.
4. Push the rubber paddle broom onto
the drive axle (see Fig.7).
5. Insert the hitch pin into the locking
hole to secure the rubber paddle
broom to the drive axle (Fig.8).
6. Following the same steps to mount
the other rubber paddle broom.
5
Driven Shaft
Drive Axle
6
Lock Pin
Locking hole
7Rubber Paddle Broom
Drive Axle
8
Hitch Pin

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CONNECTING THE RUBBER BROOM ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER
HEAD
WARNING: Never attach or adjust any attachment while the power head is
running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the battery
may cause serious personal injury.
This rubber broom attachment is designed for use with EGO Power Head PH1400/
PH1400-FC.
The rubber broom attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler
device.
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob on the power head coupler.
3. If the end cap is on the attachment shaft, remove it and save it in a safe place for
later use. Align the arrow on the rubber broom shaft with the arrow on the coupler
(Fig. 9a) and push the rubber broom shaft into the coupler until you hear a clear
“CLICK” sound. The coupler should be positioned all the way to the RED LINE
labeled on the shaft: until the red line mark is ush with the coupler edge
(Fig. 9b).
4. Pull on the shaft of the rubber broom attachment to verify that it is securely
locked into the coupler. If not, rotate the rubber broom shaft from side to side in
the coupler until a clear “CLICK” sound indicates that it is engaged.
5. Tighten the wing knob securely.
WARNING: Be certain the wing knob on the coupler is fully tightened before
operating the equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious
personal injury.

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9a
Arrow on the Coupler
Arrow on the Aluminum Shaft
Shaft-Release Button
Wing Knob
9b
Red Line
Red Line
REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD
1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob.
3. Press the shaft-release button and with the button depressed, pull or twist the
rubber broom attachment shaft out of the coupler to separate it from the power
head.

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OPERATION
WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless.
Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufcient to inict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other
possible serious injuries.
WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the
manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended
can result in serious personal injury.
APPLICATIONS
You may use this product for the purpose listed below:
◾Sweeping areas and paths, moving wet materials, such as leaves or dirt ;
◾Clearing snow and removing standing water from solid surfaces.
NOTICE: To reduce the risk of injury, never work without the guard.
WARNING: Dress properly to reduce the risk of injury when operating this tool.
Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Wear eye protection. Wear heavy, long pants,
boots and gloves. Do not wear short pants or sandals or go barefoot.
If the surface to be cleaned is dry, spray it
with water to reduce the amount of dust
created.
You should work with the rubber broom
forward. Hold the rubber broom with one
hand on the rear handle and the other
hand on the front-assist handle. Keep a
rm grip with both hands while operating
the rubber broom.
Hold and guide the rubber broom at a
shallow angle. If the rubber broom is held
at too steep an angle, it tends to push
back towards the operator.
Maintain your grip and balance on both
feet (Fig.10).
10
Forward Direction
Rubber Paddle
Broom Rotation

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Thrown materials may seriously injure the operator or bystander. To reduce the risk of
personal injury, it is essential to take the following precautions:
◾Always hold the rubber broom with both hands when operating. Use a rm grip on
both handles.
◾Move the rubber broom to the work area before starting and start the rubber
brush at a lower speed.
◾To reduce the risk of injury from loss of control, hold and guide the rubber broom
at a shallow angle. If the rubber broom is held at too steep an angle, it tends to
push back towards the operator.
Before each use check for damaged/worn parts
Check the rubber broom, guard, front-assist handle and drive axle and replace any
parts that are cracked, warped, bent, or damaged in any way.
Clean the rubber broom after each use
See the Maintenance section for cleaning instructions.
WARNING: Ensure the rubber broom have come to a complete stop and the
battery is removed off before cleaning or servicing the rubber broom ilure to comply
could result in possible serious personal injury.
TO START/STOP THE TOOL
See "STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD" section in the power head PH1400/
PH1400-FC operator's manual.