GreenWorks 2401702 Owner's Manual
GREENWORKS 12A BLOWER
2401702
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
Owner’s Manual
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
(888.909.6757)
www.GreenWorksTools.com
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CONTENTS
Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2
Product specications .......................................................................................................... 2
General safety rules .........................................................................................................3-5
Symbols ............................................................................................................................... 6
Know your blower ................................................................................................................7
Assembly instruction ....................................................................................................... 8-12
Operation ...................................................................................................................... 13-20
Maintenance...........................................................................................................................21
Environmentally safe battery disposal....................................................................................22
Troubleshooting..................................................................................................................23
Warranty...................................................................................................................24
Exploded View .......................................................... ...........................................................25
Parts List.................................................................................................................................26
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
GREENWORKS 12A BLOWER
Motor: ............................................................................................ .....120 V AC, 60 Hz, 12 A
Air volume.....................................................................................................................480CFM
Air velocity....................................................................................................................180 MPH
Mulching ratio ......................................................................................................................12:1
Collection bag capacity: ..............................................................................1.2 bushel (42.3 L)
Weight .............................................................................................................. 9.26 lbs (4.2kg)
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal
injury.
READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THE BLOWER
• Do not operate power tools in an explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases - or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this tool has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other)
and will require the use of a polarized extension cord. The plug will only t into a polarized extension
cord one way. If the plug does not t fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still
does not t, obtain a polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a
polarized wall outlet. This plug will only t into the polarized wall outlet one way. If the plug does not
t fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t, contact a qualied electrician
to install the proper wall outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or
extension cord plug in any way.
• Avoid bodily contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges, and refrigerators.
There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded.
• Don’t expose power tools to rain or wet conditions. Water entering a power tool will increase the
risk of electric shock.
• Use outdoor extension cords marked W-A, W, SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJTW-A,
or SJTOW-A. These cords are rated for outdoor use, and reduce the risk of electric shock.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without
proper instruction.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses only have impact-resistant lenses.
They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury. Use face mask if
operation is dusty.
• Wear eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when operating this product. Wear
hearing protection.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not leave appliance plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewellery that could get caught
in moving parts of the machine or its motor.
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better and
safer when it is used at the rate that it was designed to work at.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight
footwear. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery
surfaces.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Avoid accidental start-ups. Be sure the power switch is not on before plugging in. Turn off power
switch before unplugging.
• Do not use tool if switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch
is dangerous, and must be repaired.
• Do not use with damaged plug. If tool is not working as it should, or if it has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service centre.
• Do not leave the tool unattended when plugged in. Unplug from the power outlet when not in use,
before servicing and before storing the tool. Such preventative safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the tool accidentally.
• Keep all bystanders, children and pets at least 50’ (15 m) away.
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the inuence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
• Do not put any objects into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep openings free of
dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ow.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects that can be thrown or become entangled
in the machine, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire or string.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, close a door on a cord, or pull cord around sharp
edges or corners. Do not run appliance over cord. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
• Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may
create a hazard or cause product damage.
• In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding. No
method of grounding is provided on a double insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding
be added to the appliance. Servicing a double insulated appliance requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should only be done by qualied service person. Replacement parts
for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
• Not intended for commercial use. Use the tool for its intended purpose only.
• Do not use to pick up ammable or combustible liquids, such as gasoline, or use in areas where
they may be present.
SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES
• Make sure your extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. A wire gauge size (AWG) of at least 14
is recommended for an extension cord 50’ (15 m) or less in length. If in doubt, use the next heavier
gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the heavier the cord. An undersized cord will cause a drop in
line voltage,resulting in loss of power and overheating.
• Do not point the blower nozzle in the direction of people or pets.
• Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure the blower tubes are
installed.
• When not in use, blower should be locked up indoors in a dry place—out of the reach of children.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Maintain tool with care. Keep fan area clean for best and safest performance. Follow instructions
for proper maintenance.
• Do not attempt to clear clogs from tool without rst unplugging it.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, use cord as a handle, or pull cord around sharp edges or corners. Keep
cord away from heated surfaces.
• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord.
• To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose to rain, do not use on wet surfaces. Store
indoors.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an
authorized service centre to avoid risk.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently, and use them to instruct others who may use this
power tool. If you end someone this power tool, end them these instructions also.
WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A BLOWER
• Never point the blower in the direction of people or pets, or in the direction of windows. Use extra
caution when blowing debris near solid objects such as trees, automobiles and walls.
WHILE OPERATING UNIT AS A VAC
• Avoid situations that could light the bag on re. Do not operate near an open ame. Do not mulch
warm ash from replaces, barbecue pits, brush piles, etc. Do not mulch discarded cigars or cigarettes
unless the cinders are completely cool.
• The unit is designed to pick up dry material such as leaves, grass, small twigs and bits of paper.
Do not attempt to mulch wet debris and/or standing water, because this may result in damage to
the blower/vac. To avoid severe damage to the impeller, do not mulch metal, rocks or broken glass.
OTHER SAFETY WARNINGS
• Be sure to secure the unit while transporting.
• Store the unit in a dry area, locked up to prevent unauthorized use or damage, and in a high place,
out of the reach of children.
• Never douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean and free of
debris. Clean after each use. See the Cleaning and Storage instructions.
• Keep these instructions. Refer to them often, and use them to instruct other users. If you end
someone this unit, also end them these instructions.
• For household use only.
WARNING
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other
construction activities contains chemicals known 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, arsenic and chromium
from chemically treated lumber, Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies, depending on
how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: Work in a wellventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic particles.
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SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watts Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
No Load Speed Rational speed, at no load
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
/min Per Minute Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per
minute
Safety Alert Indicates a potential personal injury hazard
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations
Read The Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and
understand operator’s manual before using this product
Eye Protection Wear eye protection when operating this equipment
Long Hair
Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in personal injury
Loose Clothing
Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intakecould result in personal injury
Keep Bystanders Away
Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away
Blower Tubes
Do not operate without tubes in place
Ear protection
Wear ear protection when operating this equipment
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.
SYMBOLS
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KNOW YOUR BLOWER
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KNOW YOUR BLOWER (
See Figure 1.
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Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in
the packing list are included.
Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated
the product.
If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1-866-523-5218 for assistance.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
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 connect to power supply until assembly is completed. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.
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.
WARNING
Not use for wet materials.Disconnect before cleaning or changing accessories.
PACKING LIST
- Electric blower
- Blower/mulcher tube
- Bag
- Owner’s manual
- Elbow piece
Examine all parts to make certain that nothing is missing and no breakage has occurred during
shipping. Damaged or missing parts must be replaced before using this unit. For parts or service,
please call Toll-free helpline at 1-888-909-6757.
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.
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTION
ATTACHING AND REMOVING THE VAC TUBE (Fig. 1-2)
- Slide the tube into the motor housing.
- Ensure that the latches are closed and securely hold the tube and motor housing together.
Lower tube latch
Motor
housing
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.
Upper tube latch
Bracket
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