Snapper 1687968 User Manual
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48V BRUSHED AXIAL BLOWER
1696954 & 80075678 / BL48
1687968 / BL48K
TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-800-317-7833
Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
Owner’s Manual
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CONTENTS
Contents ..........................................................................................................2
Product Specications .....................................................................................2
General Safety Rules ......................................................................................3
Symbols ...........................................................................................................6
Know Your Blower ...........................................................................................8
Assembly ........................................................................................................9
Operation ......................................................................................................11
Maintenance ..........................................................................................................14
Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal...............................................................15
Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................16
Warranty...............................................................................................................17
Exploded View ......................................................................................................19
Parts List.............................................................................................................. 20
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
48V CORDLESS BLOWER
Type
................................................................ Cordless, battery-operated
Motor........................................................................................... 48V Brushed
Air Vol u me (Max)........................................................... U p t o 490CF M ±10%
Air s pee d ( M ax)........................................................................120 M PH ±10%
Weig ht (w it ho ut ba t tery) ..................................................... 5.11 lb s (2 . 3 2 k g)
Disclaimer: *Maximum initial battery voltage (measured without a
workload) is 4 8 vol t s. No mi nal vol t ag e is 4 3 .
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING (THIS POWER TOOL)
WARNING
Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure
to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or
serious personal injury . When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
• For household use.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used
by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s
recommended attachments.
• If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left
outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
• Do not handle appliance with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked;
keep free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air ow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, ngers and all body parts away from openings
and moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• 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.
• Store indoors. Do not expose to rain or water. Avoid direct sunshine.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment.
• Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• 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 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.
• Keep rm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result
in loss of balance.
• Do not use the tool if the 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 operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the inuence of
alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• 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.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use
of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• Use only Briggs & Stratton batteries: BSB2AH48 or BSB5AH48.
• Use only Briggs & Stratton charger: BS2AC48.
BATTERY-OPERATED PO WER T OOL S:
• Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
• Turn off all controls before removing the battery.
• Recharge only with the charger specied 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 only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
• Use appliances only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any
other battery packs may create a risk of injury and re.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before
connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the power tool before making any
adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the power tool. Such
preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool
accidentally.
• 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 together may cause burns or a re.
• Under abusive 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 incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries
can explode in a re.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modied.
Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting
in re, explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to re or excessive temperature.
Exposure to re or temperature above 265°F (130°C) may cause an
explosion.
• Have servicing performed by a qualied repair person using only identical
replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is
maintained.
• Don't modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as
applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
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GENERAL SAFETY RULES
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or
appliance outside of the temperature range specied in the instructions.
Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specied range may
damage the battery and increase the risk of re.
CHILD SAFETY
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of
children.
• Keep children out of the working area and under the watchful care of a
responsible adult.
• Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this blower.
Children who are 14 years of age and older must read and understand
the operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be
trained and supervised by a parent.
• Stay alert, and turn the blower off if a child or any other person enters
the working area.
• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may obscure your view of a child who may
run into the path of the blower.
THE RECOMMENDED AMBIENT TEMPERATURE RANGE:
Item Temperature
Blower storage temperature range
Blower operation temperature range
Battery charging temperature range
Charger operation temperature range
Battery storage temperature range
Battery discharging temperature range
-4°F (-20°C) - 158°F (70°C)
-4°F (-20°C) - 104°F (40°C)
39°F (4°C) - 104°F (40°C)
39°F (4°C) - 113°F (45°C)
1 year: 32°F (0°C) - 73°F (23°C)
3 months: 32°F (0°C) - 113°F (45°C)
1 months: 32°F (0°C) - 140°F (60°C)
6.8°F (-14°C) - 113°F (45°C)
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 EXPLANATION
V Voltage
A Current
Hz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Power
min Time
Type of current
Type or a characteristic of current
/min Revolutions, strokes, surface speed, orbits etc., per minute
Precautions that involve your safety .
To reduce the risk of injury user must read and understand
operator’s manual before using this product.
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply
with ANSI Z87.1 when operating this equipment.
Wear ear protection when operating this equipment.
Do not expose the product to rain or moist conditions.
Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. (15m)away .
Do not touch the fan when you operate this machine.
Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake
could result in personal injury .
Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in
personal injury .
Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury .
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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
Indicates an imminently hazardous situation,
DANGER
WARNING
CAUTION
CAUTION
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 (1-800-317-7833) for assistance.
which, if not avoided, will result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury.
Indicates a potentially hazardous situation,
which, if not avoided, may result in minor or
moderate injury.
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a
situation that may result in property damage.
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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KNOW YOUR BLOWER
Cruise Control Lever
Blower Tube
KNOW YOUR BLOWER (See Figure 1.)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information
on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the
project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself
with all operating features and safety rules.
BLOWER TUBE
Turbo Button
V ariable Speed Trigger
Fig. 1
The blower tube can be easily installed on the blower without any additional
tools.
VARIABLE SPEED TRIGGER
Starts/Stops the ow of air through the blower.
CRUISE CONTROL LEVER
Pull backwards on the Cruise Control Lever to engage and lock the trigger.
Push forward on the Cruise Control Lever to release and disengage the
trigger.
TURBO BUTTON
Press the Turbo Button to boost the speed. Release the turbo button to make
the blower run at the normal speed.
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ASSEMBLY
W A R N I N G
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 .
W A R N I N G
Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended
for use with this blower. Any such alteration or modification could result in a
hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury .
UNPACKING
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure
that all items listed in the packing list are included.
W A R N I N G
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.
• Inspect the tool 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 tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place
of purchase.
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ASSEMBLY
ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE (See Figure 2 - 3.)
W A R N I N G
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always
remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
1. Align either of the grooves in the tube with the tabs on the blower
housing. Push the tube into the blower housing until the tab engages the
grooves.
Turbo
2. Turn the tube in the direction of the arrow until both of the tabs slide into
the lock positions.
Groove Tab
kUnlock
Loc
Lock Position
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
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OPERATION
W A R N I N G
Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that
a careless fraction of a second is sufcient to inict serious injury.
W A R N I N G
Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI
Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects
being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
W A R N I N G
Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended
attachments. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can
result in serious personal injury .
Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose
parts, such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps,etc. Tighten securely all fasteners
and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts
are replaced.
APPLICATION
You may use this product for the purposes listed below:
• Clearing hard surfaces such as driveways and walkways.
• Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles.
TO INSTALL / REMOVE BATTERY PACK (See Figure 4.)
TO INSTALL
• Align the ribs of the battery pack with the mounting slots in the blower’s
battery port.
• Insert the battery into the battery opening until the battery release button
locks into place.
TO REMOVE
• Press the battery release button on the blower. This will cause the battery to
slightly protrude out of the tool.
• Grasp the blower rmly and pull the battery out of the handle.
W A R N I N G
Always take care of your feet, children, or pets around you when pressing
the battery release button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls.
NEVER remove the battery pack when in a high location.
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OPERATION
Lock Position
Fig. 4
CHARGE BEFORE FIRST USE
W A R N I N G
Always remove battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts,
making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing battery pack will
prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury .
STARTING/STOPPING THE BLOWER (See Figure 5.)
• Ensure that the battery is installed in the blower.
• Squeeze the trigger to start the blower.
• Release the trigger to stop.
USING CRUISE CONTROL LEVER (See Figure 5.)
This blower is equipped with a cruise control function. Please read and
understand the function of the cruise control lever.
• Squeeze the trigger to start the unit.
• Once the unit is on, push back the lever clockwise to increase the speed.
This will lock the speed at the desired setting.
• To decrease the speed, push the lever counter clockwise to decrease the
speed to the desired setting.
NOTE: If you decrease the speed all the way, the unit will shut off and step
one will need to be repeated.
USING TURBO BUTTON (See Figure 5.)
This blower is equipped with a turbo button. Please read and understand the
function of the turbo button.
• Squeeze the switch trigger to start.
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OPERATION
• To boost speed, press the turbo button so that the blower can be operated
at the highest speed. Once the turbo button is released, the blower will be
operated at the normal speed.
Turbo
Button
Cruise
Control Lever
OPERATING THE BLOWER
• To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile.
Never blow directly into the center of a pile.
• To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any
one time.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In dusty conditions,
slightly dampen surfaces when water is available.
• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and
garden applications, including areas such as gutters, screens, patios, grills,
porches, and gardens.
• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and
blow debris safely away.
• After using blowers or other equipment, clean up. Dispose of debris
properly.
V ariable Speed Trigger
Fig. 5
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MAINTENANCE
W A R N I N G
In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of re and electric shock, remove
the battery pack before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the blower.
Cleaning
Remove the battery pack.
1. Brush or blow dust and debris out of the air vents using compressed air
or a vacuum. Keep the air vents free of obstructions, sawdust, and wood
chips. Do not spray, wash, or immerse the air vents in water.
2. Wipe off the housing and the plastic components using a moist, soft
cloth. Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic housing or
plastic components. Certain household cleaners may cause damage,
and may cause a shock hazard.
Battery Pack
• Store the battery pack fully charged.
• Once the light on the charger turns solid green, remove the battery from the
charger and disconnect the charger from the outlet.
• Do not store the battery pack on the tool.
• After charging, the battery pack may be stored in the charger, as long as the
charger is not plugged in.
Charger Maintenance
• Keep the charger clean and clear of debris. Do not allow foreign material to
get into the recessed cavity or onto the contacts. Wipe the charger clean
with a dry cloth. Do not use solvents or water, and do not place the charger
in wet conditions.
• Unplug the charger when there is no battery pack in it.
• Fully charge the batteries before placing them in storage.
• Store the charger at normal room temperature. Do not store it in excessive
heat. Do not use the charger in direct sunlight. Recharge at room
temperature between 43˚F and 104˚F (6˚C and 40˚C). If the battery pack is
hot, allow it to cool down inside of the charger.
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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL
The following toxic and corrosive materials are in the batteries used in this
blower battery pack: Lithium-Ion, a toxic material.
W A R N I N G
All toxic materials must be disposed of in a specified manner to prevent
contamination of the environment. Before disposing of damaged or worn out
Lithium-Ion battery packs, contact your local waste disposal agency, or the local
Environmental Protection Agency for information and specic instructions. Take
the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certied for lithium-ion
disposal.
W A R N I N G
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it
and do not use. Dispose of it and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT
ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT!
To avoid injury and risk of re, explosion, or electric shock, and to avoid damage to the environment:
• Cover the battery’s terminals with heavy-duty adhesive tape.
• DO NOT attempt to remove or destroy any of the battery pack
components.
• DO NOT attempt to open the battery pack.
• If a leak develops, the released electrolytes are corrosive and toxic. DO
NOT get the solution in the eyes or on skin, and do not swallow it.
• DO NOT place these batteries in your regular household trash.
• Do not incinerate.
• DO NOT place them where they will become part of any waste landll or
municipal solid waste stream.
• Take them to a certied recycling or disposal centre.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
Battery is not secure. Ensure that the battery is
fully secured in the blower.
Motor fails to start
when switch trigger is
depressed.
Unit will not start. Defective power switch. Have the power switch
The unit will start,
but air will not ow
through the tube.
Battery is not charged. Charge the battery pack
Blocked tube. Clear the blockage.
Refer to Installing the Battery
section in this manual.
according to the instructions
included with your model.
replaced by an authorized
service center.
Cruise Control Lever
doesn't work.
The screw is loose. Tighten the screw with a
phillips head screwdriver.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specied below,
it will repair or replace, free of charge, any part that is defective in material or
workmanship or both. Transportation charges on product submitted for repair
or replacement under this warranty must be borne by purchaser. This warranty
is effective for and is subject to the time periods and conditions stated below .
For warranty service, nd the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer
locator map at www.SNAPPER.com. The purchaser must contact the Authorized
Service Dealer, and then make the product available to the Authorized Service
Dealer for inspection and testing.
There is no other express warranty . Implied warranties, including those of
merchantability and tness for a particular purpose, are limited to the warranty
period listed below, or to the extent permitted by law. Liability for incidental or
consequential damages are excluded to the extent exclusion is permitted by
law. Some states or countries do not allow limitations on how long an implied
warranty lasts, and some states or countries do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation and
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights
and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state or country to
country.**
WARRANTY PERIOD
Consumer Use Commercial Use
Equipment 36 months none
Battery and Battery Charger 24 months none
** In Australia - Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded
under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund
for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable
loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if
the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a
major failure. For warranty service, nd the nearest Authorized Service Dealer
in our dealer locator map at BRIGGSandSTRA TTON.COM, or by calling 1300
274 447, or by emailing or writing to salesenquires@briggsandstratton.com.
au, Briggs & Stratton Australia Pty Ltd, 1 Moorebank Avenue, NSW, Australia,
2170.
The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the rst retail or
commercial consumer. “Consumer use” means personal residential household
use by a retail consumer. “Commercial use” means all other uses, including
use for commercial, income producing or rental purposes. Once a product has
experienced commercial use, it shall thereafter be considered as a commercial
use product for purposes of this warranty .
To ensure prompt and complete warranty coverage, register your product at the
website shown above or at www.onlineproductregistration.com.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Save your proof of purchase receipt. If you do not provide proof of the initial purchase
date at the time warranty service is requested, the manufacturing date of the product will
be used to determine the warranty period. Product registration is not required to obtain
warranty service on Briggs & Stratton products.
ABOUT YOUR WARRANTY
Warranty service is available only through Snapper Authorized Service Dealers.
This warranty covers only defects in materials or workmanship. It does not
cover damage caused by improper use or abuse, improper maintenance or
repair, normal wear and tear, or stale or unapproved fuel.
Improper Use and Abuse - The proper, intended use of this product is described
in the Operator’s Manual. Using the product in a way not described in the
Operator’s Manual or using the product after it has been damaged will not be
covered under this warranty . Warranty coverage will also not be provided if
the serial number on the product has been removed or the product has been
altered or modied in any way, or if the product has evidence of abuse such as
impact damage or water/chemical corrosion damage.
Improper Maintenance or Repair - This product must be maintained according
to the procedures and schedules provided in the Operator’s Manual, and
serviced or repaired using genuine Briggs & Stratton parts or equivalent.
Damage caused by lack of maintenance or use of non-original parts is not
covered by warranty .
Normal Wear and Tear - Like most mechanical devices, your unit is subject
to wear even when properly maintained. This warranty does not cover
repairs when normal use has exhausted the life of a part or the equipment.
Maintenance and wear items such as lters, belts, cutting blades, and
brake pads (except engine brake pads) are not covered by warranty due to
wear characteristics alone, unless the cause is due to defects in material or
workmanship.
Other Exclusions - This warranty excludes damage due to accident, abuse,
modications, alterations, improper servicing, freezing or chemical deterioration.
Attachments or accessories that were not originally packaged with the product
are also excluded. There is no warranty coverage on equipment used for
primary power in place of utility power or on equipment used in life support
applications. This warranty does not include used, reconditioned, second-hand,
or demonstration equipment or engines. This warranty also excludes failures
due to acts of God and other force majeure events beyond the manufacturer’s
control.
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