Redback 106485 Operation Manual

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MODEL # 106485
Operation Manual
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Part # 106662 Rev A
120V Lithium Ion Cordless Blower
1100 W 120th Ave, Suite 600
Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182
For Service or Questions
Call 1-877-487-8275
720-287-5182
www.redbackpowerusa.com
Redback products are distributed by
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Table of Contents
Important Safety Information
Intended Use ...........................................................................................4
Personal Protective Equipment ...........................................................4
General Safety ........................................................................................5
Safety Icons ............................................................................................6
Assembly .....................................................................................................7
Overview of Components .........................................................................8
Operation.....................................................................................................9
Maintenance ............................................................................................10
Storage ......................................................................................................11
Warranty & Specifications .................................................. Back Cover
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Important Safety Information
WARNING: Read and thoroughly understand all instructions and safety information before assembling or operating the blower.
Failure to do so may cause serious injury or death. Do not allow
anyone to operate this blower who has not read this manual. As with all power equipment, a blower can be dangerous if assembled or used improperly. Do not operate this blower if you have doubts or questions concerning safe operation.
Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182,
1-877-487-8275, or visit www.redbackpowerusa.com if you
have any questions or concerns about the safe operation of this equipment.
Intended Use
The blower has been designed to blow grass, leaves, dirt and other
debris from walkways and other areas. Do not use the blower for
any purpose other than for which it was designed. Any other use is
unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death.
Personal Protective Equipment
When operating this blower it is essential that you wear safety gear including goggles or safety glasses, steel-toed shoes and tight tting gloves (no loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear ear plugs or sound deafening headphones to protect against hearing loss when operating this mower. Always wear sturdy footwear. Never wear sandals, sneakers or open shoes, and never operate the blower with bare feet. Do not wear loose clothing that might get caught in moving parts.
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WARNING
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DANGER
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Important Safety Information
General Safety
Failure to follow warnings, cautions, assembly and operation instructions in the Operation Manual may result in serious injury or
death.
READ THE OPERATION MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
• Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time.
Do not permit others that have not read and understood the
complete Operation Manual to operate this equipment.
The blower can propel objects at high speeds. Keep all people
and pets a minimum of 10 feet away from the work area when operating the blower. It is recommended to wear heavy long
pants during operation.
• Do not operate the blower when under the inuence of alcohol, drugs or medication.
• Do not allow a person who is tired or otherwise impaired or not completely alert to operate the blower.
• Do not operate the blower in rain or other wet conditions. Protect
the blower from rain.
• Always keep hands, feet, hair and loose clothing away from the
blower.
• The battery should be removed before any repairs are attempted.
Battery tool use and care
• Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A
charger that is suitable for one type of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with another battery pack.
• Use power tools only with specically designated battery packs.
Use of any other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal
objects, like paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals may cause burns or a re.
• Under certain conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery;
avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected
from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
DO NOT USE BATTERIES WITH DAMAGED CASES. Dispose of
batteries properly. Do not dispose of batteries in household waste.
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DANGER
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DANGER
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Important Safety Information
Safety Icons
Safety icons are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit.
Safety Decals
Safety decals on the blower are to remind you of important information while you are operating the unit. Make sure all decals are attached and in readable condition. Replace missing or defaced decals. Contact Redback USA at 1-877-487-8275 for replacement decals.
Use caution when operating this power equipment
A blower can eject objects at high speeds. Use caution when operating around other people and pets.
Use caution when handling: dangerous pinch points!
Use caution around rotating parts! Do not touch the fan when operating.
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Read and understand the Operation Manual before operating the blower.
A blower can eject objects at high speeds. Use caution when operating near walls, fences and other obstacles.
Wear goggles or other eye protection. The blower can propel objects and dust.
Avoid operating in the rain, protect the
battery and blower from wet conditions.
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CAUTION
READ MANUAL BEFORE USE
PROTECT AGAINST HEARING LOSS
USE PROTECTIVE EYEWARE
KEEP DISTANCE OF 50 FEET (15M)
PROTECT FROM MOISTURE
KEEP HAIR AND CLOTHING AWAY
FROM AIR INLETS
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Assembly
Installing and Removing the Blower Pipe
Tools are not required to install the blower pipe (see Figure 1). Attach the blow pipe into the connecting piece and secure by turning it in clockwise direction. For storage the blow pipe can be
removed.
Assembling and Adjusting the Shoulder Belt
Open retaining hook and hook onto the fastening eye on the housing (see Figure 2). Depress tabs on either side of the retaining clasp to adjust the shoulder belt to your height then slide the retaining clasp up or down and release the tabs.
Inserting/Replacing the Battery
Charge the battery as described in the charger operation manual. Press the charged battery into the power tool until it clicks into place (see Figure 3).
To remove the battery, press the release button
1
and pull out the
battery
2
.
Protect the battery contacts when the battery is not being used.
Metal objects may short-circuit the contacts and pose
both an explosion and fire hazard!
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CAUTION
Figure 1
BLOWER
PIPE
BLOWER
Figure 2
Figure 3
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2
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2
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Overview of Components
BLOWER
BLOWER PIPE
CONNECTOR
SHOULDER
STRAP
OPERATION
PANEL
SHOULDER
STRAP
FASTENER
VENTILATION
OPENINGS
INCREASE AIR
SPEED
DECREASE AIR
SPEED
LED SPEED
INDICATOR
TURBO MODE
INDICATOR
START
BUTTON
STOP
BUTTON
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Operation
Powering the Blower
To switch the blower on, press the START button (see Figure 4). The blower will start at the minimum air speed. To increase the air speed, press the increase speed button repeatedly until the desired power level is reached (see Figure 5). There are 4 air speed levels: minimum speed, middle speed, high speed and maximum speed/ Turbo. The speed setting is displayed on the LED indicator.
Note: When operating at maximum speed the Turbo red LED light is activated. The blower unit automatically switches to one step down after 30 seconds to save battery capacity (see Figure 6).
To reduce the speed, press the decrease speed button repeatedly until the desired air speed is reached (see Figure 7). The speed setting is displayed on the status LED.
To stop the blower, press the stop button.
Figure 4
Figure 5
Figure 6
Figure 7
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2
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Maintenance
Before performing any maintenance on the blower,
remove the battery.
Cleaning the Blower
Remove the battery. Do not use water or liquid detergents. Whenever possible, always clean the unit directly after using
with a hand brush.
Keep the ventilation slots clean and dust-free.
Repairs
Check the unit for damage. Repairs may be carried out by an
authorized customer service center only.
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CAUTION
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Storage
Storage
Remove the battery from the blower before storing. Store the blower in a dry, dust-free and frost-free place ideally in a temperature range of 50° - 77°F (10-25 °C). Store the battery and the unit separately.
The blower pipe can be removed for storage.
Charge the battery before storing the unit in winter. Keep the unit, in particular its plastic components, away from brake uids, petrol, petroleum products, penetrating oil, etc. They contain chemical substances which may damage, attack or destroy the plastic components of the unit.
Remove the battery from the blower when not in use.
Disposal Information
Recycle raw materials instead of disposing as waste. Battery, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner. Plastic parts are identied for recycling according to material type.
Do not use batteries with damaged casing.
Do not attempt to open batteries.
Do not dispose of in fire, water or household waste.
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CAUTION
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Date of Purchase
Place of Purchase
Warranty & Specications
IMPORTANT NOTICE
We, the manufacturer, reserve the right to change the product and/ or specications in this manual without notication. The manual is for information usage only and the pictures and drawings depicted herein are
for reference only.
Warranty Repair and Service
Do not return this product to the store for warranty issues or repair. Call our customer service department at 720-287-5182, 1-877-487-8275, or visit
www.redbackpowerusa.com for the location of the nearest service center.
Record the information below for future reference.
1100 W 120th Ave., Suite 600
Westminster, CO 80234 • 720-287-5182
Redback products are distributed by
For Service or Questions
Call 1-877-487-8275
720-287-5182
www.redbackpowerusa.com
SKU/Part No. 106485
Description 120V Lithium Ion Cordless Blower Rated Voltage 120 Volts DC Air Volume 514 cfm Air Speed 122 mph Shipping Weight 5.5 Lbs. (w/o battery) Battery 2.0Ah (included) Battery Charger 1.0A Charger (included) Run Time Up to 85 minutes/charge Warranty 5 Year Limited Warranty
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