Greenworks 26032 User Manual
12 Amp Electric Snow Thrower
26032
Owner’s Manual
(888.909.6757)
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
CONTENTS
Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2
Product specications .......................................................................................................... 2
Safety information .............................................................................................................3 - 4
Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 5-6
Electrical ........................................................................................................................... 7-8
Know your snow thrower ...................................................................................................... 9
Assembly ...................................................................................................................... 10-13
Operation ...................................................................................................................... 14-17
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 18 -20
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 21
Warrant y ............................................................................................................................ 22
Exploded View ................................................................................................................... 23
Par ts List....................................................................................................................... 24 -25
Notes ............................................................................................................................ 26-27
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
12 AMP ELECTRIC SNOW THROWER
Motor .................................................................................................. 120 V, 60 Hz, 12 A
No-load speed ............................................................................................... 2,400 RPM
Clearing width ..........................................................................................20 in. (50.8 cm)
Clearing depth .........................................................................................10 in. (25.4 cm)
Impeller size ............................................................................................ 18 in. (45.7 cm)
Discharge distance ................................................................................Up to 20 ft. (6 m)
Wheels ......................................................................................................6 in. (15.2 cm)
Weight ..................................................................................................... 32 lbs (14.5 kg)
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SAFETY INFORMATION
FOLLOW THESE RULES WHILE OPERATING THE SNOW THROWER
I M P O R T A N T
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
• Walk. Do not run.
• Verify that the Snow Thrower is not in contact with anything before turning it on.
• Stay away from the discharge opening at all times. Keep face, hands, and feet away from
concealed, moving, or rotating parts.
• Be attentive when using the Snow Thrower, and stay alert for holes in the terrain and other
hidden hazards or trafc.
• Do not use the Snow Thrower on a gravel or crushed rock sur face. Use extreme caution when
crossing gravel/crushed rock drives, walks, or roads.
• Move up and down slopes when clearing snow. Do not go across a slope. Use caution when
changing direction. Do not use this Snow Thrower to clear snow from steep slopes.
• Do not attempt to use the Snow Thrower on a roof or on any steeply inclined slippery surface.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower if the guards, plates, and other safety protective devices
are not in place.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower near glass enclosures, automobiles, trucks, window wells,
drop- offs, etc. without properly adjusting the angle of the snow discharge. Keep children and
pets away from the work area.
• Do not force or overload the Snow Thrower. The Snow Thrower will perform better and safer
when it is used at the rate that it was designed to work at.
• Do not operate the Snow Thrower at high speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind, and
exercise caution when backing up.
• Do not direct the discharge toward people, and do not allow anyone to move in front of the
Snow Thrower while it is in use.
• Wear safety glasses or goggles that meet ANSI Z87.1 standards, and wear ear/hearing
protection when using this Snow Thrower.
• Use the Snow Thrower in daylight or in good ar ticial light.
• Avoid accidental star t-ups. Remain in the starting position when turning the Snow Thrower
on. The operator and the Snow Thrower must be in a stable position during start-up. See the
section entitled Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use the proper tool. Only use this Snow Thrower for the purpose that it was designed for.
• Do not overreach. Always keep proper footing and balance.
• Hold the Snow Thrower with both hands while it is in use. Keep a rm grip on the handles or the grips.
• Keep hands, face, and feet away from all moving parts. Do not touch or try to stop the impeller
while it is rotating.
• If the impeller does not rotate freely due to frozen ice, thaw the Snow Thrower thoroughly
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SAFETY INFORMATION
before attempting to use it.
• Keep the impeller clear of debris.
• Do not attempt to clear the impeller while the motor is running or while the Snow Thrower is plugged
in it. Turn the motor off and unplug the Snow Thrower from the extension cord or the outlet.
• Keep clothing and body parts away from the rotor.
• Do not operate the motor at a faster speed than necessary. Do not run the motor at high speed
while not clearing snow.
• Stop the motor when snow clearing is delayed or when moving from one location to another.
• Unplug the Snow Thrower when it is being transported and when it is not in use.
• After striking a foreign object, turn the Snow Thrower off and unplug it, and then inspect it for
damage. Repair any damage before restarting and using the Snow Thrower.
• If the Snow Thrower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the Snow Thrower immediately and
attempt to determine the cause. Vibration is generally an indication of danger.
• Stop the motor and unplug the Snow Thrower whenever the operator is not in the operating
position, before unclogging the impeller, and before making any repairs, adjustments, or
inspections.
• Do not discharge snow onto public roads or near moving trafc.
• Allow the Snow Thrower to run for a few minutes after clearing snow in order to prevent moving
parts from freezing.
• Use only the manufacturer's original replacement parts and accessories for this Snow Thrower.
The use of unauthorized parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user or damage
the Snow Thrower, and will void the warranty.
• Do not use the Snow Thrower in the hand held position. Do not pick up the Snow Thrower while
it is plugged and running. The Snow Thrower is designed to travel along the ground.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Verify that the Snow Thrower is secure while transporting.
• Store the Snow Thrower in a dry area, locked up or high enough to prevent unauthorized use
or damage, and out of the reach of children.
• Do not douse or squirt the unit with water or any other liquid. Keep handles dry, clean, and
free of debris. Clean the Snow Thrower af ter each use. See the section entitled Cleaning and
Storage.
• If the labels on the Snow Thrower become defaced or start to lift off, contact the Toll-Free
Helpline, at 1-888 -909-6757.
• Keep these instructions in a safe place for future reference. Refer to them often, and use them to
instruct other users. Anyone who uses this Snow Thrower must read these instructions carefully.
• Maintain the Snow Thrower with care. Follow the instr uctions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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SYMBOLS
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.
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
n
o
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
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 and Head Protection Wear eye and head protection when operating
this equipment.
Ricochet Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal
injury or property damage.
Spinning Rotor Danger – Keep hands and feet away from spinning
rotor. Spinning rotor can cause severe injury.
Keep Hands And Feet Away. Keep hands, feet away from the discharge area.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
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SYMBOLS
The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated
with this product.
SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING
DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided,
may result in minor or moderate injury.
CAUTION (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may
result in property damage.
SERVICE
Servicing requires extreme care and knowledge and should be performed only by a qualied
service technician. For service we suggest you return the product to your nearest AUTHORIZED
SERVICE CENTER for repair. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts.
W A R N I N G
To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this
Owner's Manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings
and instructions in this Owner's Manual, do not use this product. Call the Toll-free Helpline (1888-909-6757) for assistance.
W A R N I N G
The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation,
always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and, when needed, a
full face shield. We recommend Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or
standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection which is marked
to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ELECTRICAL
ELECTRICAL INFORMATION (See Figure 1)
W A R N I N G
To avoid electrical hazards, re hazards, or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection. The
Snow Thrower is wired at the factory for 120 V operation. Connect to a 120 V, 15 A circuit and use
a 15 A time delayed fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or re when the power cord is worn, cut,
or damaged in any way, replace it immediately.
This Snow Thrower has a 3-prong plug that is intended for use on a circuit that has a receptacle
like the one illustrated in Fig. 1.
Do not modify the power cord plug. If it does not match the electrical outlet, have the proper
outlet installed by a qualied electrician.
1) 3-prong plug
2) Receptacle with grounding conductor
Fig. 1
W A R N I N G
To avoid injury, when servicing the Snow Thrower, use only identical replacement parts.
GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
IN THE EVENT OF A MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN, grounding provides the path of least
resistance for electrical current and reduces the risk of electric shock. This tool is equipped with
an electric cord that has a POLARIZED plug. The plug MUST be plugged into a matching outlet
that is properly installed and grounded in accordance with ALL local codes and ordinances.
DO NOT MODIFY THE PLUG PROVIDED. If it will not t the outlet, have the proper outlet
installed by a qualied electrician.
EXTENSION CORD
W A R N I N G
In order to reduce the risk of electric shock when operating this Snow Thrower, use only a CSA
listed extension cord that is approved for outdoor use, such as Type SJTW, 16AWG, and that has a
lower temperature rating of -40° F (-40° C).
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ELECTRICAL
• Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the c irc uit(s) or
outlet(s) that w ill be used for t his Snow Thrower. For an ext ra measure of safety, use a
receptacle that has built-in GFCI protection.
• The nameplate on the Snow Thrower indicates the voltage used. Do not connect the Snow
Thrower to an AC circuit that provides a different voltage from the voltage that is indicated on
the nameplate.
MINIMUM GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS (AWG)
(WHEN USING 120 V ONLY)
Amp Rating Total Length of Cord in Feet (meters)
More Than Not More Than 25' (7.6 m) 50' (15 m) 100' (30.4 m) 150' (45.7 m)
0 6 18 16 16 14
6 10 18 16 14 12
10 12 16 16 14 12
12 16 14 12 Not Recommended
[Use the same format for the table as found in the le entitled "Recommended size of extension
cords".]
W A R N I N G
In order to prevent electric shock, use an extension cord that is suitable for outdoor use.
• Inspect the extension cord and the power cord on a regular basis. Look for deterioration,
cuts, or cracks in the insulation. Inspect the connections for damage. Repair or replace the
extension cord or the power cord if any damage is found.
• Verify that the rotor and all moving parts have come to a complete stop, and disconnect the
Snow Thrower from the power supply in order to prevent accidental start-ups before cleaning
or performing any inspections or repairs.
• Do not abuse the extension cord. Do not carry the Snow Thrower by the power cord or pull on
the cord in order to disconnect it from the receptacle.
• Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges in order to prevent damage.
• If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while it is plugged in, disconnect it from the
outlet immediately.
• Avoid accidental start-ups. Do not carry the Snow Thrower with a nger on the switch while
it is plugged in. Verif y that the switch is in the "OFF" position before plugging in the Snow
Thrower.
• Unplug the Snow Thrower and allow it to cool down before putting it into storage. Store the
Snow Thrower indoors.
• Unplug the Snow Thrower when it is not in use and before performing any maintenance or
repairs.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare the
illustration in Figure 2 to your snow thrower in order to familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Switch
Discharge
chute
Chute
deector
Impeller
Discharge
Directional
Control
Scraper
Belt Cover
Upper
Handle
Middle
Handle
Lower
Handle
Wheels
Cover Screws
Fig. 2
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