Harbor Freight Tools 62337 Product manual
Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
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operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
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REV 14k
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Read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVE THIS MANUAL.
Contents .............................................................................................................................. 2
Specications ...................................................................................................................... 2
Important Safety Instructions ............................................................................................3-4
Specific Safety Rules ........................................................................................................5-6
Symbols ............................................................................................................................7- 8
Electrical ......................................................................................................................... 9 -10
Know Your Blower ...............................................................................................................11
Assembly .......................................................................................................................12-14
Operation ...................................................................................................................... 15 -17
Maintenance ...................................................................................................................... 18
Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................. 19
Warranty ............................................................................................................................ 20
Exploded View.....................................................................................................................21
Parts List............................................................................................................................ 22
Notes ................................................................................................................................. 23
SPECIFICATIONS
CONTENTS
Specifications .................................................................................................................2
Important Safety Instructions .........................................................................................3
Know your Blower .........................................................................................................11
Assembly ......................................................................................................................12
Operation ......................................................................................................................15
Maintenance .................................................................................................................18
Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................19
Parts List and Exploded View .......................................................................................20
Warranty .......................................................................................................................23
12 AMP ELECTRIC BLOWER/MULCHER
Motor .................................................................120V, AC only, 60Hz, 12.0 Amps
Air velocity ............................................................... Two Speeds: 230/150 MPH
Air volume .............................................................................................375 CFM
Mulch ratio .................................................................................................... 12:1
Collection bag capacity ....................................................................... 1.2 Bushel
218549
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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 explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of ammable
liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Avoid body 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.
• Do not expose to rain; store indoors.
• Do not handle plug or tool with wet hands.
• 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.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Everyday
glasses have only 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 which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 when operating this product.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not leave appliance plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts
may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get
caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.
• 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.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
• Do not force tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better
and safer at the rate for which it is designed.
• Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Avoid accidental starting. 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 has been dropped,
damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service center.
• 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 object 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 such as rocks, broken glass, nails,
wire, or string which can be thrown or become entangled in the machine.
• Do not pull or carry by cord, do not use cord as a handle, close a door on a cord, or do not 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.
• Do not use with damaged cord or plug. If appliance is not working as it should, has been
dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• If the power supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced only by the manufacturer or by an
authorized service center to avoid risk.
• Service on the product must be performed by qualied repair personnel only. Service or
maintenance performed by unqualied personnel could result in injury to the user or damage to
the product.
• In a double insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided instead of grounding.
No grounding means 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 be done only by qualied service personnel.
Replacement parts for a double insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
• Not intended for commercial use.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BLOWER
• 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 (A.W.G.)
of at least 14 is recommended for an extension cord 50 feet 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 stored indoors in a dry, locked up place—out of the reach of
children.
• 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, do not use cord as a handle, or do not 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 electrical 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 center to avoid risk.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use
this power tool. If you loan someone this power tool, loan 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.
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 stored 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
from 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 loan
someone this unit, also loan them these instructions.
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SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES FOR BLOWER
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
PROPOSITION 65
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 from these exposures varies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce
your exposure to these chemicals: 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.
1. WARNING: Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and
other construction activities, contains chemicals known to the State of California to
cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these
chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement or other masonry products
• 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 chemicals: work
in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment,
such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filter out
microscopic particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
2. WARNING: The cord of this product contains lead and/or di (2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate (DEHP), chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after
handling. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
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SYMBOLS
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their
meaning. Proper inter-pretation 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
No Load Speed Rational speed, at no load
/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 Protection Wear eye protection when operating
this equipment.
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
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 intake could result in personal injury.
Keep Bystanders Away Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
Blower Tubes Do not operate without tubes 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.
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 read thoroughly
and understand completely the operator’s manual. If you do not understand the warnings and
instructions in the operator’s manual, do not use this product. Call GREENWORKS customer
service 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.
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