Greenworks 26272 User Manual
40V 20'' Cordless Snow Thrower
26272
Owner’s Manual
(888.909.6757)
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS
www.GreenWorksTools.com
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
CONTENTS
Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2
Product specications .......................................................................................................... 2
Safety information .............................................................................................................3-5
Symbols ............................................................................................................................ 6-7
Know your snow thrower ...................................................................................................... 8
Assembly ........................................................................................................................ 9-14
Operation ...................................................................................................................... 15 -18
Maintenance ................................................................................................................. 19-22
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 23
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 24
Exploded View / Parts List ............................................................................................ 25-28
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
40V 20'' CORDLESS SNOW THROWER
Motor ...............................................................................................40V brushless motor
Battery type ............................................................................................ 40V Lithium-ion
No-load speed ............................................................................................... 1,900 R PM
Working width ......................................................................................................... 20 in.
Wheels ..................................................................................................................... 7 in.
Weight (without battery) ..........................................................................................33 lbs
Cold Weather Operation: Lithium Ion batteries can be safely used from temperatures ranging
from -20 degrees to 45 degrees Celsius. NOTE: Do not store or charge battery outside. Battery
must be charged and stored indoors prior to use of the snow thrower.
Battery may not properly start if it’s temperatures is -20˚C or lower. If unit does not start remove
battery from snow thrower. Place battery on charger and allow to charge for 10 minutes to allow
battery to warm. Remove from charger and install in Snow thrower for use.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
FOLLOW THESE RULES WHILE OPERATING THE SNOW THROWER
IMPORTANT
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 chute and impeller openings at all times. Keep face, hands, and
feet away from concealed, moving, or rotating par ts.
• 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 surface. 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 sur faces. Look behind when
backing up and exercise caution.
• Do not direct the discharge toward anyone. 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.
• Use the snow thrower in daylight or in good articial light. If using at night, turn on the LED
lights and be aware of your surroundings.
• To avoid accidental start-ups, remain in the star ting 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 titled Starting/Stopping Instructions.
• Use this snow thrower only for the purposes it was designed.
• 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.
• If the impeller does not rotate freely due to ice, thaw the snow thrower thoroughly before
attempting to use it.
• Keep the impeller clear of debris.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
• Do not attempt to clear the impeller while the motor is running.
• Keep clothing and body parts away from the impeller.
• Stop the motor when stopped or when moving from one location to another.
• Remove the battery pack when it is being transported and when it is not in use.
• After striking a foreign object, turn the snow thrower off and remove the battery pack, 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 remove the battery pack 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.
• Only use identical replacement parts and accessories for this snow thrower. The use of
nonidentical parts or accessories could lead to serious injury to the user or damage the snow
thrower, and will void the warranty.
• Do not pick up the snow thrower while it is running. The snow thrower is designed to travel
along the ground.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
• Wear rubber boots when operating the snow thrower.
• Operation of the snow thrower in the hand-held position is unsafe, except in accordance with
the special instructions for such use provided in the operator’s manual.
• Store Idle Snow Throwers Indoors – When not in use, snow throwers should be stored indoors
in dry, locked-up place – out of reach of children.
GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Verify that the snow thrower is secure while transporting.
• Store the snow thrower in a dry that will prevent unauthorized use or damage. Keep out of the
reach of children.
• Keep handles dry, clean, and free of debris. Clean the snow thrower after each use. Refer to
the Maintenance Section in the this manual for more information.
• If the labels on the snow thrower become defaced or star t 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 instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
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SAFETY INFORMATION
CAUTION
USE ONLY GREENWORKS APPROVED REPLACEMENT BATTERIES, OTHER BATTERIES
MAY CAUSE INJURY OR DAMAGE TO THE SNOW THROWER. USE ONLY WITH
GREENWORKS 40V BATTERIES (Model#: 29472) and GREENWORKS 40V CHARGER
(Model#: 29482).
WARNING(PROPOSITION 65)
Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to the state of California 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, and
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically-treated lumber.
Your risk from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemical: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety
equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially designed to lter out microscopic particles.
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 DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION
V Voltage
A Current
Hz Frequency (cycles per second)
Wh Watt Hour - Energy Storage Capacity
Ah Amp Hour - Current Capacity
DC Direct current
Type or a characteristic of current
RPM Revolutions per minute
/min Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.
To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand operator’s manual
before using this product.
Always wear safety glasses with side shields that are marked to comply with
ANSI Z87.1.
STOP
Stop the motor and remove the battery before leaving the machine.
STOP
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or property damage
Danger – Keep hands and feet away from openings while the machine is running.
Do not use hands to unclog chute. Stop motor and remove the battery before
removing debris.
Keep hands, feet away from the discharge area.
Keep bystanders a safe distance from the machine.
Stay away from moving parts. Keep all guards and shields in place.
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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.
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
Waste electrical products should not be disposed of with household waste. Please
recycle where facilities exist. Check with your local authority or retailer for recycling
advice.
The battery contains material which is hazardous to you and the environment. It must
be removed and disposed of separately at a facility that accepts lithium-ion batteries.
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.
WARNING
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.
WARNING
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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KNOW YOUR SNOW THROWER
Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your snow thrower. Compare the
illustration in Figure 1 to your snow thrower in order to familiarize yourself with the location of
various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.
Handle bar
Safety switch
button
Cam lock
Chute deector
Battery
compartment
Discharge chute
Impeller
Bail switch
LED lights
Upper handle
Chute
control rod
Middle handle
Carrying or lifting
handle (For
transport only)
Lower handle
Wheel
Scraper
Greenworks
40V Battery
(Model#:29472)
Greenworks
40V Charger
(Model#:29482)
Fig. 1
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
UNPACKING
• 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 1-888-909-6757 for assistance.
PACKING LIST
• Snow thrower
• Upper chute control rod
• Lower chute control rod
• Middle handle assembly
• Chute deector
• Greenworks 40V Battery (Model#: 29472)
• Greenworks 40V Charger(Model#: 29482)
• (2) Cam locks
• (2) Bo lts
• (4) Handle knobs
• (1) Hitch pin
• Owner's Manual
WARNING
If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced.
Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not install the battery until assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in accidental
starting and possible serious personal injury.
WARNING
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this
product. Any such alteration or modication is misuse, and could result in a hazardous condition
leading to possible serious personal injury.
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