Core E 420 Instruction Manual

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GasLessTM ELITE Handheld Leaf Blower

E 420

Instruction Manual

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Power Cell:

36 Volt high energy Li-Ion

Chargers:

45 Minute Charger

Charger input:

100 ~ 240 V AC, 60/50 Hz

Charger output:

42 V DC

Replacement Power Cell:

CEC6600

Replacement chargers:

CESC8000

Weight: (with Power Cell)

12 Lbs

Weight: (without Power Cell)

8 Lbs

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Call us on our toll free customer support line:
1-855-831-CORE (2673)

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CORETM Outdoor Power, 36235 Kerr Dam Rd., Polson, Montana USA 59860

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Product specifications ………….……………………………………………

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Table of contents …………………………………………………………….

2

General safety warnings ……………………………………………………

3–4

Eye and facial, hearing & body protection ……………………………….

3–4

Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………

4

Product safety notices – Owner’s registration ……………………………

4

General power tool safety warnings ………………………………………

5–7

Work area safety …………………………………………………………….

5

Electrical safety ………………………………………………………………

5

Personal safety ………………………………………………………………

6

Power tool use and care ……………………………………………………

6

Service ………………………………………………………………………..

7

Specific safety rules …………………………………………………………

7–10

Power Cell and charger safety instructions ……………………………….

10–13

Power cell recycling …………………………………………………………

13

Symbols ………………………………………………………………………

14

Know your leaf blower ………………………………………………………

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Available accessories ……………………………………………………….

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Contents ………………………………………………………………………

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Assembly and operating …………………………………………………….

17–21

Charging the Power Cell ……………………………………………………

17

Installing the nozzle …………………………………………………………

17

Speed control switch ………………………………………………………..

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Motor control switches ………………………………………………………

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Installing the Power Cell …………………………………………………….

19-20

Operating position …………………………………………………………...

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Cleaning the air intake ………………………………………………………

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Maintenance ………………………………………………………………….

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Replacement parts …………………………………………………………..

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Warranty ……………………………………………………………………...

24–28

Warranty service …………………………………………………………….

29–32

Factory service request form ……………………………………………….

33–34

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH THE
MOST RECENT ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 SAFETY
STANDARDS.

FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage. Prescription
eyeglasses ARE NOT a replacement for proper eye protection. The

usage of a safety standard compliant face shield placed over proper

safety glasses or goggles can reduce the risk of facial injury.

WARNING: Non-compliant eyewear can cause serious injury if

broken during the operation of a power tool.

EYE AND FACIAL PROTECTION

HEARING PROTECTION

This instruction manual includes the following:

 General Safety Rules
 Specific Safety Rules and Symbols
 Functional Description
 Assembly
 Operation
 Maintenance
 Accessories

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

CAUTION:

Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this

manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

WARNING: Use hearing protection if the surrounding

environment of the area of operation is loud.

WARNING: Retain this manual for future reference.

Provide this manual to all operators and be certain that they have
read and understand all the Safety Rules and Operating Instructions prior

to their using this tool.

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BODY PROTECTION

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

PRODUCT SAFETY NOTICES – OWNER’S REGISTRATION

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage

to the tool, use proper circuit protection.

The charger for this tool is wired at the factory for 100 ~240 V

operation. It must be connected to a 100 ~ 240 V, 15 A circuit that is

protected by a time-delayed fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or
fire, replace the power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged
in any way.

WARNING: Always wear non-slip gloves that fit properly to

protect your hands and to help you grip the tool.

WARNING: Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves and

long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts, short
sleeve shirt or while shirtless.

WARNING: Always wear non-slip safety boots to prevent foot

injuries and slipping that could cause loss of control of the tool.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

NOTICE: Please register your Leaf Blower, Power Cells and Power Cell
chargers online at WWW.COREOUTDOORPOWER.COM in order to permit

the receiving of product safety notices from CORE™ Outdoor Power for

potential future safety guidance communications and / or safety product
recalls. Note: The registration of product model number and serial
number is for safety communications purposes only and is not for
warranty registration purposes.

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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.

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Work Area Safety

Keep work area clean and well lit.

Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.

Do not operate power tools in
explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of flammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create

sparks which may ignite the liquids,
fumes or dust.

Keep children and bystanders away
while operating a power tool.

Distractions can cause you to lose
control.

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Electrical Safety

Charger plugs must match the outlet.
Never modify the plug in any way. Do
not use any adapter plugs with
earthed (grounded) chargers.

Unmodified plugs and matching outlets
will reduce risk of electric shock.

Avoid body contact with earthed or
grounded surfaces such as pipes,
radiators, ranges and refrigerators.

There is an increased risk of electrical
shock if your body is earthed or
grounded.

Do not expose power tools, the
charger or Power Cells to rain or wet
conditions. Water entering the tool,

chargers or Power Cells will increase
the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the cord. Never use the
power cord for carrying, pulling or
unplugging the charger. Keep the
power cord away from heat, oil,
sharp edges, and moving parts.

Damaged or entangled cords increase
the risk of electric shock.

When operating a charger outdoors,
use an extension cord suitable for
outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for

outdoor use reduces the risk of electric
shock.

If operating a charger in a damp
location is unavoidable, use a
residual current device (RCD)
protected supply. An RCD is also
known as a ground fault circuit
interrupter (GFCI) or earth leakage
circuit breaker (ELCB). Use of an

RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Personal Safety

Stay alert, be aware of your
surroundings, watch what you are
doing and use common sense when
operating a power tool. Do not use a
power tool while you are tired or
under the influence of drugs,
alcohol, or medication. A moment of

inattention while operating a power tool
may result in serious personal injury.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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General Power Tool Safety Warnings –
Personal Safety – cont’d

Use personal protective equipment.
Always wear eye protection.

Protective equipment such as dust
mask, non-skid safety shoes or boots,
sturdy gloves, durable long pants and
durable long sleeve shirt, [and hard hat,
or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions] will reduce
personal injuries.

Prevent unintentional starting.
Ensure the trigger switches are in
the off-position before connecting
the Power Cell to the power tool, and
never pick up or carry the tool by the
trigger switches. Carrying power tools

with your finger on the switch or
energizing power tools that have the
switch on invites accidents.

Remove any adjustment key or
wrench before turning the power tool
on. A wrench or a key left attached to a

rotating part of the power tool may
result in personal injury.

Do not overreach. Keep proper
footing and balance at all times. This

enables better control of the power tool
in unexpected situations.

Dress properly. Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair,
clothing and gloves away from
moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry

or long hair can be caught in moving
parts.

General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Power tool use and
care

Do not force the tool. Use the correct
tool for the application. The correct

power tool will do the job better and
safer when used at the rate for which it
was designed.

Do not use a power tool if the switch
does not turn it on or off. Any power

tool that cannot be controlled using the
switch is dangerous and must be
repaired.

Remove the Power Cell before
making any adjustments, replacing
or repairing parts, cleaning the tool,
leaving the tool idle or unattended,
transporting or storing the tool. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.

Store idle power tools out of the
reach of children and do not allow
persons unfamiliar with the power
tool or these instructions to operate
the power tool. Power tools are

dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.

Maintain power tools. Check for
misalignment or binding of moving
parts, breakage of parts and any
other condition that may affect the

power tool’s operation. If damaged,

have the power tool repaired before
use. Many accidents are caused by

poorly maintained power tools.

Use the power tool and accessories
in accordance with these
instructions, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool

for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous
situation.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

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General Power Tool Safety
Warnings – Service

Have your power tool or charger
serviced by a qualified repair person
using only identical replacement
parts. This will ensure that the safety of

the power tool or charger is maintained.

WARNING: Know your
leaf blower. Do not plug in

the charger or install the
Power Cell into the tool until you
have read and understand this

Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s

applications and limitations, as well
as the general and specific potential
hazards related to this tool. Following

these instructions will reduce the risk of
electric shock, fire or serious injury.

WARNING:

Always wear
appropriate eye

protection. Any power tool can throw

foreign objects into your eyes and
cause permanent eye damage.
ALWAYS wear appropriate safety
goggles or properly fitted safety glasses
that comply with OSHA standards and
the most recent version of ANSI Z87.1
or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 safety standards
[or other applicable national standard].
Ordinary vision or sun glasses generally
do not provide adequate impact or side
shield / wrap around penetration
protection. Ordinary glasses ARE NOT
safety glasses. To reduce the risk of
injury to your face CORETM Outdoor
Power recommends that you also wear
a face shield or face screen over your
safety goggles or safety glasses.

WARNING: Glasses, goggles or

face shields not in compliance with
ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3
could cause serious injury if they
break upon impact.

WARNING: Prevent

foot injuries! Never operate

when barefoot, or wearing
open toed shoes, or sandals. Always,
wear sturdy protective shoes or boots
with non-slip soles when operating the
leaf blower. Steel-toed safety boots are
recommended.

WARNING: Protect

your hands by wearing heavy-

duty, non-slip gloves and to
improve your grip and control when
handling the blower.

WARNING: Clothing must

be durable and snug-fitting,
yet allow for freedom of

movement.

WARNING: Avoid loose clothing

such as scarves, neckties, jewelry,
flared or cuffed pants, loose-fitting shirts
or jackets, unconfined long hair or
anything that can be pulled into the air
intake of the blower. Secure hair to
above shoulder level. Wear long pants
of durable material to protect your legs.

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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Cover as much of your body as possible
to help protect you from debris and
pieces of toxic and allergenic plants
being thrown by the blower.

WARNING: Use

hearing protection. Core

recommends the use of
hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs or ear
mufflers) to protect your hearing,
particularly if the blower is used for
extensive periods or if the surrounding
environment of operation exposes the
operator to loud noises. When wearing
hearing protection, you will have
impaired ability to hear alarms,
warnings and shouts from approaching
people or approaching vehicles. Be
extra diligent and observant of hazards
and bystanders when wearing hearing
protection devices. When someone
approaches, turn the blower OFF
immediately.

WARNING: The high

velocity of the air flow coming

through the nozzle will throw
objects and debris violently and the
objects and debris will ricochet in all
directions. You or bystanders can be
blinded or injured. Keep children,
bystanders, pets and other animals at
least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the
operating blower. Turn the blower OFF
immediately if approached, or if you are
approaching such bystanders.
Bystanders should be encouraged to
wear eye protection, even if they are
kept at a distance.

Thrown objects may also ricochet and
strike the operator or bystander.

Utilize extra caution, when the blower is
being used near, or on paved or hard
surfaces, as pieces of metal, concrete,

brick, stones, gravel, sand, glass, sticks
and other objects can be thrown at high
speed and force and such objects can
be thrown, skip along or ricochet long
distances off of hard surfaces.

Do not use this blower for sweeping
debris that may contain hard objects,
e.g. pebbles, stones, sticks, glass,
metal, etc. as such hard objects can be
thrown with great force and cause injury
to the operator or bystanders, and / or
damage property, e.g., screens,
windows, building siding, glass doors,
or vehicles.

NOTICE: Avoid operating the blower
near property that can be easily
damaged by thrown or ricocheting
objects such as screens, windows,
building siding, glass doors and
vehicles.

WARNING: Always

wear breathing protection
when operating the blower. Bystanders
should be encouraged to wear
breathing protection devices even if
they are kept at a distance as
hazardous dust can travel considerable
distances, especially if the dust is wind
blown.

WARNING: Know
what you are going to blow,
before you blow.

WARNING: Inspect the area to be

cleared for hazards before each use.
Remove any foreign objects such as
sticks, rocks, broken glass, nails, wire,
tools, toys, etc. which can be thrown by
the blower.

WARNING: If you are suspicious or

uncertain if the material that you are
considering blowing would cause
hazardous dusts, first, identify and
investigate the nature of the materials.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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If the materials have the potential to be
hazardous, do not use the blower,
instead, utilize other safe clean up
procedures and disposal procedures. If
you are suspicious that you have been
blowing or come into contact with
asbestos, or crystalline silica materials
or hazardous chemical or biological
materials, contact your doctor, your
employer if your use of the blower is job
related, and the local EPA or OSHA
representative immediately. Clean up
and dispose of hazardous chemicals
and substances prior to using the
blower, using appropriate clean up
procedures, personal protective
equipment and disposal methods.

WARNING: Dust created by

use of this product may contain
chemicals known to the State of
California and medical experts to
cause cancer, respiratory injuries,
birth defects or other reproductive
harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:

 Compounds in fertilizers
 Compounds in insecticides,

herbicides and pesticides

 Arsenic and chromium from

chemically treated lumber.

 Commercial and household

chemicals.

To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, wear approved safety
equipment such as dust and / or vapor
masks that are specifically designed to
filter out microscopic particles or
gaseous components. Additionally, dust
created by this product may contain
allergens, bacteria and viruses, PM 10
and / or PM 2.5 particulates, exposure
to such hazardous airborne matter can
be reduced by wearing approved safety
equipment such as dust masks that are
specifically designed to filter out the
microscopic particles.

WARNING: Breathing asbestos
or dust with silica in its composition may
contain hazardous crystalline silica.
Silica is a fundamental component of
sand, quartz, brick, clays, granite and
many other materials and rocks,
including masonry, concrete and
cement products. Such crystalline silica
dust is dangerous and must be avoided,
as it can cause severe or fatal
respiratory illness or cancer.

WARNING: Avoid blowing near

open windows or doors, or anywhere
near bystanders or animals as doing
such may cause exposure to the
potentially hazardous dust, particularly
down-wind of your blowing operation
due to the respiratory hazard reasons
stated above.

Do not work against the wind as the
dust will blow back towards the operator
increasing the exposure to the dust.

Keep the blower below waist level and
point the blower nozzle below waist
level.

WARNING: Check the

blower fan screen before

each use to make sure the air
intake screen and the fan are in good
condition. If any damage is identified,
replace the part immediately before
using the blower. A damaged fan may
shatter and a damaged air intake
screen will allow your fingers to be
injured by the fan.

WARNING: Never operate the

blower without the nozzle and the intake
fan screen in place. Serious injury or
damage to the blower may result.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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WARNING: Never insert a

foreign object (e.g. screwdriver, stick,
etc.) into the nozzle, air exhaust tube or
the intake fan screen. Any foreign
article that becomes lodged in the air
system may be ejected at great speed
causing serious injury when the blower
is turned ON. It may also severely
damage the blower fan.

WARNING: Always remove the

Power Cell when making
adjustments, changing the nozzle,
removing debris from the blower
screen, leaving the tool idle or
unattended, cleaning, servicing,
storing or transporting the tool. Such

preventive measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally and
causing serious injury.

WARNING: Never modify the
blower in any way. It is designed to be
used only with the nozzle and power
cell that are supplied with the tool. The
use of any other accessory or modifying
the tool may create a safety hazard.
This action will also void the warranty.

Never use the blower without the nozzle
properly installed. This will allow you to
direct the air flow where you want it and
make the tool more efficient.

Always keep the handles clean.
Handles that are covered with grease,
chemicals or debris will make holding
onto the blower difficult. Use a clean
cloth dampened with soapy water to
clean these surfaces.

Never use a pressure washer, garden
hose or any other liquid or chemical
solvents to clean the blower.

WARNING: When blowing very

dusty materials in extremely dry
conditions for long periods of time,
static electricity may build up and
discharge without warning. To avoid this
situation in dry dusty conditions, only
operate the blower for short periods of
time and turning the blower OFF at
regular intervals.

Maintain firm footing and balance at all
times. Do not overreach or use the
blower from unstable surfaces such as
ladders, trees, steep slopes, slippery
surfaces, rooftops, etc.

Always grasp the blower using the
handles on the machine.

Use only in daylight or in good quality
artificial light.

Never use the blower for anything other
than its intended purpose. Use for
anything other than blowing leaves,
grass, weeds or lawn debris can be
dangerous. It may also damage the
blower.

Never walk backwards while the blower
is turned ON as you might trip and may
not hear approaching persons or
vehicles.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

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WARNING: Only use a CORETM
Outdoor Power CESC8000 standard
charger to charge the CORETM
Outdoor Power CEC6600 Power Cell.
Using any other chargers to charge
the CEC6600 Power Cell may
damage the Power Cell and / or the
charger and cause fires, explosion,
hazardous fumes and possibly burns
or other serious injury.

WARNING: Fire Hazard.

Never expose the Power Cell to
microwaves or high pressures. It may
explode causing serious injury.

Never attempt to open, modify,
dismantle, reverse polarity, crush,
puncture or shred the Power Cell for
any reason.

Do not store or carry the Power Cell in a
manner in which metal objects could
contact the exposed metal terminals.
Do not place the Power Cell in aprons,
pockets, drawers, tool boxes, etc. with
metal objects, such as, but not limited
to, loose nails, screws, bolts, keys,
coins, staples, foil, etc. Such metal
objects could cause the Power Cell to
short circuit causing fire, explosion, and
hazardous fumes, resulting in personal
injury or property damage.

If the housing of the Power Cell breaks,
cracks, swells, or is punctured
immediately discontinue its use and do
not recharge.

Do not charge or use the Power Cell if it
has been dropped or has received a
sharp blow, a heavy weight has been
imposed upon it, has been overheated,
or is cracked, crushed, deformed or
punctured. If a Power Cell has
sustained damaged, (as per above, or
otherwise) immediately isolate it in a
non-combustible, safe outside area,
remain a safe distance away but do not
leave it unattended. Such a damaged
Power Cell should be considered and
treated as a potentially thermally
unstable, flammable and hazardous
material. If the Power Cell ignites use
water spray, carbon dioxide, dry
chemical or foam extinguishers to
suppress. Avoid exposure to and
inhalation of hazardous fumes. Contact
hazardous materials authorities for
guidance as to appropriate handling
and prompt safe disposal of damaged
Power Cells. Make arrangements for
prompt safe disposal of a damaged
Power Cell per local hazardous material
regulations.

Do not use or charge the Power Cell if it
is wet or shows any evidence of
corrosion.

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POWER CELL & CHARGER SAFETY

INSTRUCTIONS

NOTE:

Detailed instructions are packed with
the Power Cell and Charger.