Spear & Jackson SCBV36 User guide

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ORIGINAL
INSTRUCTION
MANUAL
Important - Please read these instructions
fully before starting assembly
These instructions contain important information that will help
you get the best from your trimmer, ensuring it is assembled correctly
and safely. If you need help or have damaged or missing parts,
call the Customer Helpline on 0345 605 2067
AFTER SALES SUPPORT
0345 605 2067
36V
3-in-1 Cordless
Blower Vac
SCBV36
SAN NO.: 03218AABB021
V1: 06/22

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SPEAR & JACKSON SINCE 1760
For more than 250 years gardeners have enjoyed high quality performance and
great results using Spear & Jackson tools.
Our garden power tools combine continuous innovation and the latest in
manufacturing technologies with a proud heritage.
Each product is carefully designed with performance, comfort and durability
rmly in mind, which has earned Spear & Jackson an enviable reputation as a
maker of tools to trust.
As a testament to the quality of our products, we offer a 3 year manufacturers war-
ranty and a comprehensive after sales service.
The warranty covers manufacturing faults, however in the event that the item has
been deliberately damaged, used in a commercial environment or disassembled then
the warranty will be null and void.
Please retain proof of purchase.
We want you to get the best out of our products. Our easy-to-read instruction manual
guides you with best practice use and maintenance tips. Please call 0345 605 2067
for technical support, we can solve around 80% of questions directly over the phone.
We hope you enjoy your product and we look forward to any feedback, as this allows
us to develop even better products for the future.
Produced in China under licence for Spear & Jackson.
Argos Limited 489-499 Ave-bury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, MK9 2NW.
Argos (N.I.) Ltd, Forestside Shopping Centre, Upper Galwally, Belfast, United Kingdom,
BT8 6FX.
Argos Distributors (Ireland) Limited, Unit 7, Ashbourne Retail Park, Ballybin Road, Ash-
bourne, County Meath, Ireland.
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CONTENTS
Safety Information 04
Description of symbols 04
Safe operating practices for hand-held mains-operated electrical garden blower/
vacuums 06
Intended use 13
Box Content / Parts 15
Assembly 16
Assembly for blower mode 16
Assembly for Vacuum mode 17
Installing or removing battery pack 20
Checking battery capacity 21
Charging the battery pack 21
Operation 23
Starting and Stopping 23
Speed Control 23
Operating Tips 23
Air Vents 25
Blower Mode 15
Vacuum Mode 25
Maintenance 27
Cleaning 27
Storing Your Product 27
Disposing of the machine 28
Disposing of the packaging 28
Technical Data 29
Troubleshooting 31
Warranty 32

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SAFETY INFORMATION
The following warning symbols appear throughout this manual and indicate the appropriate
safety measures you should take when operating and maintaining the blower & vac.
DESCRIPTION OF SYMBOLS
106
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE MACHINE
Read instruction handbook before
operating this machine.
The charger is for indoor use only.
Double insulation.
Pole orientation.
Fuse.
Batteries contain Li-ion, waste
batteries should be sorted for eco-
friendly. Do not dispose of waste
batteries as unsorted municipal
waste.
Do not throw in water.
Do not throw on fire.
Do not subject the battery to strong
sunlight over long periods and do not
leave it on a heater (max.50oC).
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE CHARGER
WARNING SYMBOLS ON THE BATTERY
PACK
li-ion
Read operator’s manual
There is a risk that some objects
could be thrown out by the
machine. Keep bystanders away.
Do not expose and operate the
product to rain or wet conditions.
Wear eye protection
Wear protective gloves
Rotating parts. Keep your hands
away from all openings.
Remove the battery prior to
servicing the product
Guaranteed sound power level
value is 106 dB.
T5A
50

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SAFETY INFORMATION
WARNINGS ON ALL APPLIANCE
Li-Ion
Batteries contain Li-ion. Do not
dispose of waste batteries in
domestic waste. Contact local
authority to find out how to dispose
of batteries.
Conforms to relevant UK regulatory
requirements.
Conforms to all relevant safety
standards.

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IMPORTANT READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE KEEP FOR YOUR REFERENCE
GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY
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 appliance is only to
be used with the power
supply unit provided with the
appliance.
Training
■Read the instructions
carefully. Be familiar
with the controls and
the correct use of the
machine.
■Never allow children,
persons with reduced
physical, sensory or
SAFE OPERATING PRACTICES
FOR HAND-HELD MAINS-OP-
ERATED ELECTRICAL GARDEN
BLOWER/VACUUMS
SAFETY INFORMATION
mental capabilities or
lack of experience and
knowledge or people
unfamiliar with these
instructions to use the
machine, local regulations
may restrict the age of the
operator.
■Never operate the machine
while people, especially
children, or pets are
nearby.
■Keep in mind, that the
operator or user is
responsible for accidents
or hazards occurring
to other people or their
property.
Preparation
■While operating the
machine, always wear
substantial footwear and
long trousers. Do not
operate the machine when
barefoot or wearing open
sandals. Avoid wearing
clothing that is loose fitting
or that has hanging cords
or ties.
■Do not wear loose clothing

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
or jewellery that can be
drawn into the air inlet.
Keep long hair away from
the air inlets.
■Obtain ear protection and
safety glasses. Wear them
at all times while operating
the machine.
■Operate the machine in
a recommended position
and only on a firm, level
surface.
■Do not operate the
machine on a paved or
gravel surface where
ejected material could
cause injury.
■Before using, always
visually inspect to see,
that the impeller and other
fasteners are secure, the
housing is undamaged
and that guards and
screens are in place.
Replace worn or damaged
components in sets to
preserve balance. Replace
damaged or unreadable
labels.
Operation
■Before starting the
machine, make certain
that the feeding chamber
is empty.
■Keep your face and
body away from the tube
nozzle.
■Do not allow hands or any
other part of the body or
clothing inside the tube, or
near any moving part.
■Keep proper balance and
footing at all times. Do not
overreach. Never stand
at a higher level than the
base of the machine when
feeding material into it.
■Always stand clear of the
discharge zone when
operating this machine.
■When feeding material into
the machine be extremely
careful that pieces of
metal, rocks, bottles, cans
or other foreign objects
are not included.
■If the impeller strikes any
foreign objects or if the
machine should start
making any unusual noise

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
or vibration, immediately
shut off the power source
and allow the machine to
stop. Remove the battery
pack from the machine
and take the following
steps before restarting and
operating the machine:
-inspect for damage;
-replace or repair any
damaged parts;
-check for and tighten any
loose parts.
■Do not allow processed
material to build up in the
discharge zone; this may
prevent proper discharge
and can result in kickback
of material through the
intake opening.
■If the machine becomes
clogged, shut-off the
power source and remove
the battery pack from the
machine before cleaning
debris.
■Never operate the machine
with defective guards or
shields, or without safety
devices, for example
debris collector in place.
■Keep the power source
clean of debris and other
accumulations to prevent
damage to the power
source or possible fire.
■Do not transport this
machine while the power
source is running.
■Always disconnect the
machine from the power
supply (e.g. remove the
battery pack from the
machine).Make sure that
all moving parts have
come to a complete stop
-whenever you leave the
machine,
-before clearing blockages
or unclogging chute,
-before checking ,cleaning
or working on the
machine.
■Avoid using the machine
in bad weather conditions
especially when there is a
risk of lightning.

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SAFETY INFORMATION
■When the machine is
stopped for servicing,
inspection, or storage, or
to change an accessory,
shut off the power source,
disconnect the machine
from the supply and make
sure that all moving parts
are come to a complete
stop. Allow the machine
to cool before making any
inspections, adjustments,
etc. Maintain the machine
with care and keep it
clean.
■Store the machine in a dry
place out of the reach of
children.
■Always allow the machine
to cool before storing.
■Keep all nuts, bolts and
screws tight to be sure
the appliance is in safe
working condition.
■Check the debris collector
frequently for wear or
deterioration.
■Replace worn or damaged
parts for safety .Use only
genuine replacement parts
and accessories.
■When servicing the
shredding means be aware
that, even though the
power source is switched
off due to the interlock
feature of the guard, the
shredding means can still
be moved.
■Never attempt to override
the interlocked feature of
the guard.
■Switch-off the machine
before attaching or
removing the bag.
Read all safety
warnings and all
instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and
instructions may result
in electric shocks, fire
and/or serious injury.
■Do not dismantle, open or
shred cells or battery pack.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
SAFETY WARNINGS FOR BAT-
TERY PACK

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SAFETY INFORMATION
■Do not short-circuit a
battery pack. Do not store
battery packs haphazardly
in a box or drawer where
they may short circuit each
other or be short-circuited
by conductive materials.
When the battery pack is
not in use, keep it away
from other metallic objects,
like paper clips, coins,
keys, nails, screws or other
small metal objects, that
can make a connection
from one terminal to
another. Shorting the
battery terminals together
may cause burns or a fire.
■Do not expose battery
packs to heat or fire. Avoid
storage in direct sunlight.
■Do not subject battery
packs to mechanical
shock.
■In the event of the battery
leaking, do not allow the
liquid to come into contact
with the skin or eyes. If
contact has been made,
wash the affected area
with copious amounts of
water and seek medical
advice.
■Seek medical advice
immediately if a cell or
battery pack has been
swallowed.
■Keep the battery pack
clean and dry.
■Wipe the battery pack
terminals with a clean dry
cloth if become dirty.
■Battery packs needs
to be charged before
use. Always refer to
this instruction and use
the correct charging
procedure.
■Whilst the battery pack is
being charge, refrain from
any maintenance.
■After extended periods
of storage, it may be
necessary to charge and
discharge the battery pack
several times to obtain
maximum performance.
■Battery pack gives its best
performance when it is
operated at normal room
temperature (20 °C ± 5°C).

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
■When disposing of battery
packs, keep battery packs
of different electrochemical
systems separate from
each other.
■Recharge only with the
charger specified by the
manufacturer. Do not use
any charger other than that
specifically provided for
use with the equipment. A
charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack
may create a risk of fire
when used with another
battery pack.
■Do not use any battery
pack which is not
designed for use with the
equipment.
■Keep battery pack out of
the reach of children.
■Retain the original product
literature for future
reference.
■Remove the battery from
the equipment when not in
use.
■Dispose of the battery
properly.
WARNING! Read all
safety warnings and all
instructions. Failure to
follow the warnings and
instructions may result
in an electric shock, fire
and/or serious injury.
■This appliance 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
instruction concerning use
of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the
hazards involved. Children
shall not play with the
appliance. Cleaning and
user maintenance shall
not be made by children
without supervision.
■Before charging, read the
instructions.
■After charging, disconnect
the battery and charger
SATETY WARNINGS FOR BAT-
TERY CHARGER

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
SAFETY INFORMATION
from the supply mains.
Then remove the chassis
connection and then the
battery connection.
■Do not charge a leaking
battery.
■Do not use chargers for
purposes in which they are
not designed for.
■Before charging, ensure
your charger is matching
the local AC supply.
■Charge the battery indoors
and use only in dry
conditions.
■The charging device
must be protected from
moisture.
■Do not use the charging
device in the open.
■Shorting the battery
terminals together may
cause burns or a fire.
■Respect the polarity “+/-“
when charging.
■Do not open the unit and
keep out of the reach of
children.
■Do not charge the
batteries of other
manufactures or ill-suited
models.
■Ensure that the connection
between the battery
charger and battery is
correctly positioned and is
not obstructed by foreign
bodies.
■Ensure the slot for the
battery charger is clear
and unobstructed. Store in
a dry and frost-free place
to protect against dirt and
humidity.
■When charging batteries,
ensure that the battery
charger is in a well-
ventilated area and
away from inflammable
materials. Batteries can
heat up quickly whilst
charging. Ensure that
batteries and chargers
are not left unsupervised
during charging.
■Do not recharge non-
rechargeable batteries,
as they can overheat and
break.
■Longer life and better

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SAFETY INFORMATION
Please read these instructions fully before operating or maintaining your machine
performance can be
obtained if the battery
pack is charged when the
air temperature is between
18°C and 24°C. Do not
charge the battery pack
in air temperatures below
0°C, or above 50°C.This is
important as it can prevent
serious damage to the
battery pack.
■Charge only the battery
pack of the same
model provided by the
manufacturer and those of
models recommended by
the manufacturer.
■This device is suited
solely for the vacuuming
and blowing of light and
dry materials such as
leaves, garden waste,
grass, small branches,
and small pieces of paper.
The device is intended for
private use on private land
only.
■This product is not
intended for commercial
use. Generally
acknowledged accident
prevention regulations
and enclosed safety
instructions must be
observed.
■Only perform work
described in these
instructions for use. Any
other use is improper.
The manufacturer will not
assume responsibility for
damage resulting from
such use.
WARNING! When the
equipment is used
in vacuum mode,
the material will be
shredded by an
integrated shredder
before it is deposited in
the catch bag.
Therefore this device is
not allowed to be used for
picking up hard and heavy
foreign bodies (e.g. glass,
screws, stones). Do not use
the device on unpaved, dry
surfaces such as loose gravel
and dry garden beds. Do not
pick up large quantities of
dust.
INTEND USE

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SAFETY INFORMATION
This device is not allowed to
be used for picking up liquids
or snow.
This device is not allowed to
be used indoors.
This device is not allowed
to be used for distributing
or picking up chemicals and
poisons such as fertilizers,
pesticides, materials
containing asbestos or
inflammable liquids

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BOX CONTENTS
Handle grip
Variable speed control(speed settings 1 to 6)
On/Off switch
Motor housing
Tube release button
Rear blower tube
Blower tube locking tab
Front blower tube
Front vacuum tube
Vacuum tube locking tab (2)
Rear vacuum tube
1
8
12
19
17
2
9
13
20
18
3
21
10
15
14
4
22
11
16
5
6
7
PARTS
If there are any parts missing, please call the customer helpline on 0345 605 2067
1
2
3
4
6
7
8
910
11
12 13
14
15
16
17
18
5
21
22
20
19
Vacuum tube wheels (2)
Shoulder strap
Collection bag
Collection bag strap
Collection bag adapter
Battery x 2
Vacuum tube handle
Vacuum/mulcher inlet cover
Auxiliary handle
Battery compartment
Charger

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ASSEMBLY
Assembly for blower mode
WARNING!
To avoid serious personal injury, read and understand
all safety instructions provided.
WARNING!
Do not insert batteries until assembly is complete.
Failure to comply could result in accidental starting
and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING!
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the
batteries are removed from the tool. Failure to heed
this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING!
To prevent serious personal injury, make sure the
switch is in the OFF (O) position, the batteries
are disconnected and the impeller has come to a
complete stop before attaching or removing tubes.
i. Push the front blower tube firmly into the rear blower tube
until the tubes ‘click’ into place.(Fig. 1)
ii.
Slide the blower tube units forward until the notched areas
on the motor housing tube lock into the slots on the tube
units as shown in Fig. 2.
NOTE: Blower tube must be assembled to the motor housing
before use. Never operate without tube assembled.

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Assembly for Vacuum mode
ASSEMBLY
i. Slide the front and rear vacuum tubes together until the
locking tabs on both sides engages (Fig. 5).
iii.
Before using the blower function, securely fasten the inlet
cover over the air inlet by closing the inlet cover until the
lock button clicks and locks (Fig. 3).
iv. To remove the blower tube, turn the ON/OFF power switch
to the OFF (O) position and remove both the batteries.
v. Press the tube release button and remove the blower tube
(Fig. 4).
ii. Press inlet cover lock button forward to disengage the inlet
cover. Hold the cover open (Fig. 6).
Inlet cover
lock button
Inlet cover
Tube releasing
button
Blower tube
Rear vacuum tubeFront vacuum tube
Locking tab
Inlet cover
lock button
Inlet cover

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ASSEMBLY
iii. With the blower tube removed, insert the “wedged” end of
the vacuum tube into the slot on the unit. Securely fasten
the vacuum tube by pushing the 2 tabs on the vacuum tube
until they snap into the holes on the housing (Fig. 7).
iv. Insert the collection bag adaptor into the air outlet until the
collection bag is securely fastened, then clip the bag to the
strap holder (Fig. 8). Simply press the tube release button to
remove the bag (Fig. 9).
v. To remove the vacuum/mulcher tube assembly, press the
inlet cover lock button to unlock, then remove the tube
assembly from its housing (Fig. 10).
NOTE: It may be necessary to remove the blower tubes or
vacuum/mulcher tubes to clear a blocked tube or impeller.
Make sure to remove the batteries before attempting to
clear any obstructions.
Wedged end
Tabs
Slot
Vacuum tube
Collection bag
Air outlet
Collection
bag adaptor
Strap holder
Tube release
button
Inlet cover lock button
Vacuum tube

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ASSEMBLY
vi. Clip the shoulder support strap to the strap hook on the
top of the blower, as shown (in Fig. 11. ).
Shoulder strap clips
Shoulder strap hook

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PREPARE
Checking battery capacity
Press the battery capacity level button to check the
charging level of the battery pack. The status / remaining
charge will be shown on the battery charging level indication
light.(Fig.13)
3 Green LEDs continuously lit Battery pack fully charged
2 Green LEDs continuously lit Battery pack 65% charged
1 Green LED continuously lit Battery pack 35% charged
No LED lit Battery is dead and needs to
be charged
Charge the battery pack before operating when it is at medium
or low battery charging level.
Charging the battery pack
NOTE : The battery pack comes partly charged. Charge the
battery pack prior to first use, ideally at least 60 minutes.
• Always pull out the plug of charger from the mains before
removing or connecting the battery pack to the charger.
• Never charge the battery pack when the ambient
temperature is below 5 °C or above 40°C.
• Never recharge a battery pack again immediately after
rapid charging. This could overcharge the battery pack,
thus reducing the lifespan of the battery pack and charger.
• Rest the charger for at least 15 minutes between
continuous charging sessions. If no battery pack is inserted
into the charger and the charger is connected to mains,
the charging status LED shows red.
button
LED