Snapper 1687970 User Manual

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48V RECHARGEABLE LITHIUM-ION

BATTERY

48VDC 216Wh Rechargeable Li-ion Battery 1697090 & 80075684

(BSB5AH48)

48VDC 86Wh Rechargeable Li-ion Battery

1697088 & 80075682 (BSB2AH48)

Owner’s Manual

TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-800-743-4115

www.briggsandstratton.com

Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.

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CONTENTS

Product Specications ............................................................................. 2

Import ant Safety Inst ruc ti ons ................................................................. 3

Symbols .................................................................................................. 5

Know Your Battery .................................................................................. 6

Operation ................................................................................................ 7

Maintenance ..........................................................................................11

Troubleshooting ......................................................................................12

Environmentally Safe Battery D isp osal ...................................................13

Limited Warranty............................................................................14

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

COMPONENTS SPECIFICATIONS

Battery 48V Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Model BSB5AH48 Rating 48V DC 216Wh Charge time 150 min. (use BS2AC48 Charger) Charging voltage 50.4V DC Max Standard charging current 2A Weight 3.58 lbs (1.62 kg)

Battery 48V Rechargeable Lithium-ion Battery Model BSB2AH48 Rating 48V DC 86Wh Charge time 60 min. (use BS2AC48 Charger) Charging voltage 50.4V DC Max Standard charging current 2A Weight 2.12 lbs (0.96 kg) USB output voltage 5V DC USB output current 1A

Disclaimer: *Maximum initial bat tery voltage (measured without a workload) is 48 volts. Nominal voltag e is 43.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

Read all safety warnings and instruc tions. Failure to follow the warnings and

instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.

WARNING

For use only with Briggs & Stratton Li-ion Battery Charger (BS2AC48).

• When charging, make sure temperature is between 4 -40°C(39-104°F),

-14-45°C(6.8-113°F) for discharge.

• Keep battery out of reach of children.

• Do not use a damp cloth or detergent on the battery or battery charger.

• Always remove the battery pac k before cleaning, inspecting, or per forming any maintenance on the tool.

• Have servicing performed by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement par ts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

• If the batter y pack case is cracked or damaged, do not inser t into the charger. Replace the battery pack.

• Batter y tools do not have to be plugged into an electrical outl et; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possib le hazards when not using your battery tool or w hen changing accessorie s. Following this

rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, re, or serious personal injury.

• Do not place the battery in high-temperature locations, such as near a re, heater, etc.

• Do not crush, drop or damage bat tery pack. Do not use a batter y pack or charger that has been dropped o r received a sharp blow. A damaged

battery is subject to explosion.

• Batteries c an explo de in t he pr ese nc e of a so urc e of i gniti on, suc h as a pil ot

light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless

product in the presenc e of open flame. An exploded batter y can propel

debris and chemicals. If exposed, ush with water immediately.

• Do not charge batter y too l in a damp or wet locatio n. Following this rule wil l reduce the risk of electric shock.

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

• Under extreme usage or temperature c onditions, battery leakage may occur. If liquid comes in contact w ith your skin, wash immediately with soap and water. If li quid gets into your eyes, flush them with clean water for at least 15 minutes, then seek immediate medical attention. Following this r ule

will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

• Keep battery pack dr y, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when c leaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleumbased products, or any solvents to clean battery pack.

• Dispose of used battery promptly.

• Do not disassemble and do not dispose of in re.

• Do not mix old and new batteries and do not mix alkaline, standard (carbonzinc) or rechargeable (ni-cad, ni-mh, etc.) batteries.

• When using in direct sunshine, keep out of water and don’t expose to rain.

• Store indoors, and do not expose to rain or water, avoid direct sunshine.

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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

W Watts Power

Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current Wet Conditions Alert

Read The Operator’s Manual

Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.

The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product.

Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.

To reduce the risk of injury, user

must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.

SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING

if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

if not avoided,could result in death or serious injury.

not avoided,may result in minor or moderate injury.

DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which,

WARNING

CAUTION

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which,

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if

(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

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KNOW YOUR BATTERY

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 using this product, familiarize yourself with

all operating features and safety rules.

Cooling Air Port

Indicator Button

Indicator Lights

USB Power Port

Indicator Button

Indicator Lights

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OPERATION

CAUTION

Risk of Fire and Burns. Do Not Open, Crush, Heat Above 100°C(212°F) or Incinerate. Follow Manufacturer’s Instructions.

CAUTION

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.

CAUTION

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.

CAUTION

Do not use a battery pack that is damaged or modied. Damaged or modied batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re, explosion or risk of injury.

CHECKING BATTERY CAPACITY

Note: The battery is not shipped fully charged. It is recommended to fully

charge before rst use to ensure that maximum run time can be achieved.

This lithium-ion battery will not develop a memory and may be charged at any time.

Press the battery capacity indicator (BCI) button. The lights will illuminate according to the batteries capacity level. See chart below:

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OPERATION

BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON

Lights Capacity 4 Green Lights The battery is above 80% capacity

3 Green Lights

2 Green Lights

1 Green Light

Lights go out

BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON

LIGHT METER

The battery is between 80% and 60% capacity The battery is between 60% and 30% capacity The battery is between 30% and 10% capacity The battery is less than 10% capacity and requires charging immediately

LIGHT METER

Lights Capacity 4 Green Lights The battery is above 80% capacity

3 Green Lights

2 Green Lights

1 Green Light

Lights go out

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OPERATION

BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES

Briggs & Stratton 48V lithium-ion battery packs are designed with features that protect the lithium-ion cells and maximize battery life.

If the tool stops during use, release the trigger to reset and resume operation. If the tool still does not work, the battery needs to be recharged.

COLD WEATHER OPERATION

The lithium-ion battery pack can be used in environment temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F). Put the battery pack on a tool and use the tool in a light duty application. After about a minute, the pack will warm up and begin operating normally.

CHARGING THE BATTERY PACK

Battery packs are shipped in a low charge condition to prevent possible

problems. Therefore, you should charge prior to rst use. If the charger

does not charge the battery pack under normal circumstances, return both the battery pack and charger to your nearest Authorized Service Center for electrical check.

• Charge the battery pack only with the recommended charger.

• Connect the charger to a power supply. For approved power sources, refer to the operator’s manual for the charger.

• Make sure the battery pack is secured in the charger before beginning operation.

• Press down on the batter y pack to be sure contacts on the bat tery pack engage properly with contacts in the charger.

• The batter y pack may become slightly warm to the touch while c harging. This is normal and does not indicate a problem.

• Do not place the charge r and battery pack in an area of ext reme heat or cold. They will work best at normal room temperature.

• When batteries become fully charged, unplug the charger from the power supply and remove the battery pack.

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OPERATION

USB POWER PORT

Note: The battery pack is equipped with a USB port, type A.

1. Pull open the dust cover.

2.Insert a USB plug into USB power port.

3.Press the battery indictor button to supply power or charge your device.

4.Make sure battery pack is charged. When the battery pack is low, the USB

port may have no output and the battery pack needs to be charged in time. This battery pack can become a portable charger for charging phones, tab-

lets, mp3 players, and other mobile devices. Small capacity mobile devices

such as Bluetooth headsets do not t this product.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to

the following two conditions:

1. This device may not cause harmful interference.

2. This device must accept any interference received, including interference

that may cause undesired operation.

CAUTION

The user is cautioned that changes or modications not expressly approved

by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.

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MAINTENANCE

WARNING

To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool

when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

WARNING

When servicing, use only identical Briggs & Stratton replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.

WARNING

It is not recommended to use compressed dry air as cleaning method of the charger. If cleaning with compressed air is the only method to apply, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when using compressed air to clean the tool. If the operation is dusty , also wear a dust mask.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE

• Brush or blow dust and debr is out of t he air vents using compressed air or a vacuum. Keep the air vents free of obstructions, sawdust, and wo od chips. Do not spray, wash, or immerse the air vents in water.

• Wipe off th e housing and the plastic components using a dr y, soft cloth. Do not use strong solvents or detergents on the plastic h ousing or plastic components. Cer tain household cleaners may cause damage and may cause a shock hazard.

STORAGE

• Always remove the battery pac k before storing the charger o r any time the charger is unplugged.

• Do not place the battery pack in the sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room temperature.

• If the batter y will n ot be used for 3 m onths or mo re, please store th e bat ter y in a room temperature environment. Please fully charge before storage.

WARNING

Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. to come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can

damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

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TROUBLESHOOTING

PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION

The battery pack charge is reduced after more than one month of nonuse.

The battery pack has automatically performed self-maintenance to extend its life.

Fully recharge the battery pack before use.

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ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL

WARNING

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 specic instructions. Take the batteries to a local recycling and/or disposal centre, certied for lithium-ion

disposal.

WARNING

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 landll or

municipal solid waste stream.

• Take them to a certied recycling or disposal centre.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

Briggs & Stratton warrants that, during the warranty period specied 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, find the nearest Authorized Service Dealer in our dealer locator map at www.BRIGGSANDSTRATTON.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 fitness 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 specic 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 BRIGGSandSTRATTON.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.

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LIMITED WARRANTY

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase by the first 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.

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 Briggs & Stratton 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 modified 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.

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LIMITED 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 filters, 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, modifications, 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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