GreenWorks 29332 User manual

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
Owner’s Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757)
20V LITHIUM-ION
RECHARGEABLE
BATTERY& CHARGER
20V Max 2Ah Battery
(Model#:29332)
20V Charger
(Model#:29372)
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BATTERY
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SPECIFICATIONS
29332
Battery: 20V Max, 2Ah
Charge time: 60 min.(use 29372 Charger)
Weight: 0.4kg
For the proper use, maintenance and storage of this battery, it is crucially important that you
read and understand the instructions given in this manual.
To avoid serious injury, risk of fire, explosion and danger of electric shock or electrocution:
• DO NOT probe the charger with conductive materials. The charging terminals hold 120 V.
• If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger. Replace with
a new battery pack.
• DO NOT charge these battery packs with any other type of charger.
• DO NOT allow liquid inside the charger.
• DO NOT try to use the charger for any other pu
• DO NOT try to short circuit any terminals of battery pack.
rpose than what is presented in this manual.
• Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool
down. Recharge only at room temperature.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots on the top of the charger. Do not set the charger on a soft
surface i.e. blanket, pillow. Keep the ventilation slots of the charger clear.
• Do not allow small metal items or material such as steel wool, aluminum foil, or other foreign
particles into the charger cavity.
• Unplug the charger before cleaning and when there is no battery pack in the charger.
• Do not place the battery pack in the sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room
temperature.
• Do not try to connect two chargers together.
• Keep in shady, cool and dry condition, if the battery is not charged for a long time, charge the
battery for 2 hours every 2 months.
• The battery pack cells may develop a small leak under extreme usage or temperature
conditions. If the outer seal is broken and the leakage gets on your skin:
• Use soap and water to wash immediately.
• Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar, or other
• If leakage gets in your eyes, follow instructions above and seek medical attention.
mild acid.
W A R N I N G
If the battery fluid gets in your eyes, flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes.
Get immediate medical attention. Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet conditions. Do
not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in water or other liquid.

BATTERY
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BATTERY CAPACITY
INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON
LIGHT METRE
BATTERY METRE
Lights Capacity
4 Green Lights The battery is at full capacity
3 Green Lights The battery is at 70% capacity
2 Green Lights The battery is at 45% capacity
1 Green Light
Lights go out
The battery is at 10% capacity and re-
quires charging soon
The battery is under 10% capacity and
requires charging immediately
1. Do not disassemble the battery.
2. Keep away from the children.
3. Do not expose the battery to water or salt water, battery should be stored in a cool and dry
location and should place the battery in cool and dry environment.
4. Do not place the battery in high-temperature locations, such as near a fire, heater, etc.
5. Do not reverse the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery.
6. Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery to each other with
any metal objects.
7. Do not knock, strike or step on the battery.
8. Do not solder directly onto the battery and pierce the battery with nails or other edge tools.
9. In the event that the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse
well with water. Immediately discontinue use of the battery, if, while using the battery emits an
unusual smell, feels hot, changes color, changes shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.
CHECKING BATTERY CAPACITY
W A R N I N G
SAFETY NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS
To avoid risk of fire, electric shock, or electrocution:
• Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger.
• Always remove the battery pack before cleaning, inspecting, or performing any maintenance
on the tool.
Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the
batteries capacity level. See chart below:
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BATTERY
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CAUTION
Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or plastic components. Certain
household cleaners may cause damage and may also cause a shock hazard.
ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
W A R N I N G
The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this tool battery pack:
Li-ion, a toxic material.
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. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certified
for Li-ion disposal.
W A R N I N G
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use.
Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
To avoid injury and risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, and to avoid damage to the
environment:
• Cover the battery's terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack components.
• DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. DO NOT get the solution in
the eyes or on skin, and do not swallow it.
• DO NOT place these batteries in your regular household trash.
• DO NOT incinerate.
• DO NOT place them where they will become part of any waste landfill or municipal solid waste
stream.
• Take them to a certified recycling or disposal centre.
CLEANING
1. Wipe the outside of the charger with a dry, soft cloth. Do not hose down or wash with water.
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BATTERY CHARGER
W A R N I N G
If the battery is inserted into the charger when warm or hot, the CHARGING LED indicator light
on the charger may switch on and illuminate ORANGE. If this occurs allow the battery to cool
outside of the charger from approximately 30 minutes.
CHARGER MOUNTING
1. This charger can be installed hanging on a wall using two screws (not supplied)
2. Locate the placement for the charger to be wall mounted.
3. If fastening to wood studs use 2 wood screws.
4. Drill two holes 2 3/8” (6 cm) on center ensuring they are level.
5. If fastening to drywall use wall anchors and screws to secure the charger to the wall.
If the battery pack does not charge properly:
N O T E : If the battery and the charger won’t be used for a long time, please remove the battery
from the charger and pull out the AC power plug.
• 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 location where the temperature is between 45 ˚F and 104˚F .
CHECKING THE CHARGE
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS - DANGER: TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK CAREFULLY FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Confirm the voltage avaliable at each country location before using the charger.
3. If the sharp of the plug does not fit the power outlet, use an attachment plug adaptor of the proper
configuration for the power outlet.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
GREENWORKS™ battery hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with
proof of purchase, for a period of two (2) years against defects in materials, parts or
workmanship.
GREENWORKS™ charger hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with
proof of purchase, for a period of two (2) 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. This warranty is valid only for
units which have been used for personal use that have not been hired or rented for industrial/
commercial use, and that have been maintained in accordance with the instructions in the
owners’ manual supplied with the product from new.
ITEMS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:
1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect,
accident, improper maintenance, or alteration; or
2. The unit, if it has not been operated and/or maintained in accordance with the owner's
manual; or
3. Normal wear, except as noted below;
4. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade sharpening;
5.
GREENWORKS HELPLINE (1-888-90WORKS):
Warranty service is available by calling our toll-free helpline, 9am to 5pm EST at
1-888-909-6757 (1-888-90WORKS).
TRANSPORTATION CHARGES:
Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the
responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay transportation charges
for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty unless such return is requested in
writing by GREENWORKS.
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TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757)
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