GreenWorks 26272 User manual

26272/26272ME/2601102
EN OPERATOR MANUAL
FR MANUEL D’OPÉRATEUR
SNOW THROWER
SNOW THROWER

1 Description.................................... 2
1.1 Purpose...................................................... 2
1.2 Overview.................................................... 2
2 General power tool safety
warnings........................................ 2
2.1 Training...................................................... 2
2.2 Preparation.................................................3
2.3 Operation....................................................3
2.4 Maintenance...............................................5
3 Symbols on the product.................5
4 Risk levels..................................... 6
5 Installation..................................... 6
5.1 Unpack the machine...................................6
5.2 Install the battery pack............................... 6
5.3 Remove the battery pack........................... 7
5.4 Install the upper handle.............................. 7
5.5 Install the middle handle.............................7
5.6 Install the chute deflector........................... 7
5.7 Install the chute control rod........................ 7
6 Operation.......................................8
6.1 Cold weather operation.............................. 8
6.2 Start the machine....................................... 8
6.3 Stop the machine....................................... 8
6.4 Adjust the discharge chute......................... 8
6.5 Adjust the chute deflector...........................9
6.6 LED headlights........................................... 9
6.7 Operation tips............................................. 9
7 Maintenance..................................9
7.1 General maintenance................................. 9
7.2 Replace the scraper................................. 10
7.3 Replace the impeller.................................10
7.4 Store the machine.................................... 10
8 Troubleshooting...........................10
9 Technical data............................. 11
10 Limited warranty.......................... 11
11 Exploded view............................. 12
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1 DESCRIPTION
1.1 PURPOSE
This machine is used to remove and clear away snow
from pavements, gardens, driveways and other ground-
level surfaces.
1.2 OVERVIEW
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1Handle bar
2Bail Lever
3Safety switch button
4Chute deflector
5Battery compartment
6Discharge chute
7Impeller
8Scraper
9Wheel
10 Lower handle
11 Carrying or lifting handle
12 Middle handle
13 Chute control rod
14 Upper handle
15 LED lights
2 GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and instructions may result in
electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term “power tool” in the warnings refers to your
battery-operated (cordless) power tool.
2.1 TRAINING
• This power tool can be used
by children aged from 8
years and above and
persons with reduced
physical, sensory or mental
capabilities or lack of
experience and knowledge
if they have been given
supervision or instructions
concerning use of the
power tool in a safe way
and understand the hazards
involved. Children shall not
play with the power tool.
Cleaning and user
maintenance shall not be
made by children without
supervision.
• Read the operating and
service instruction manual
carefully. Be thoroughly
familiar with the controls
and the proper use of the
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power tool. Know how to
stop the unit and disengage
the controls quickly.
• Never allow children to
operate the power tool.
Never allow adults to
operate the power tool
without proper instruction.
• Keep the area of operation
clear of all persons,
particularly small children,
and pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid
slipping of falling, especially
when operating in reverse.
2.2 PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area
where the power tool is to
be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards,
wires, and other foreign
objects.
• Do not operate the power
tool without wearing
adequate winter garments.
Wear footwear, which will
improve footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Never attempt to make any
adjustments while the
engine is running (except
where specifically
recommended by
manufacturer).
• The operation of any
powered machine can result
in foreign objects being
thrown into the eyes.
Always wear safety glasses
or eye shields during
operation or while
performing an adjustment or
Repair.
2.3 OPERATION
• 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 engine,
remove the battery,
thoroughly inspect the
power tool for any damage,
and repair the damage
before restarting and
operating the power tool.
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• If the power tool should
start to vibrate abnormally,
stop the engine and check
immediately for the cause.
Vibration is generally a
warning of trouble.
• Stop the engine whenever
you leave the operating
position, before unclogging
the collector/impeller
housing or discharge guide,
and when making any
repairs, adjustments, or
inspections.
• When cleaning, repairing, or
inspecting, make certain the
collector/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped.
• Do not clear snow across
the face of slopes. Exercise
extreme caution when
changing direction on
slopes. Do not attempt to
clear steep slopes.
• Never operate the power
tool without proper guards,
plates or other safety
protective devices in place.
• Never operate the power
tool near glass enclosures,
automobiles, window wells,
drop-offs, etc., without
proper adjustment of the
snow discharge angle.
Keep children and pets
away.
• Do not overload the power
tool capacity by attempting
to clear snow at too fast a
rate.
• Never operate the power
tool at high transport
speeds on slippery
surfaces. Use care when
reversing.
• Never direct discharge at
bystanders or allow anyone
in front of the power tool.
• Disengage power to the
collector/impeller when the
power tool is transported or
not in use.
• Use only attachments and
accessories approved by
the manufacturer of the
power tool.
• Never operate the power
tool without good visibility or
light. Always be sure of your
footing, and keep a firm
hold on the handles.
• Walk, never run.
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