EGO LB6500-LB6500-FC 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower Instruction Manual

EGO LB6500-LB6500-FC 56-Volt Lithium-Ion Cordless Blower

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READ & UNDERSTAND OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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, 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 filter out microscopic particles.

SAFETY GUIDELINES

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.

WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

DAMAGE PREVENTION AND INFORMATION MESSAGES

These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word “NOTICE” , as in the example below:
NOTICE : Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.

WARNING: The operation of any power tools 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 a full face shield when needed. We recommend a 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.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

| Safety Alert| Precautions that involve your safety.
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| Read & Understand Operator’s Manual| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
| Long Hair| Failure to keep long hair away from the air intake could result in personal injury.
| Loose Clothing| Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake vents could result in personal injury.
| Eye Protection| Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this product.
| Blower Tube| Do not operate without tube in place.
| Keep Bystanders Away| Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
| Recycle Symbols| This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.
IPX4| Ingress Protection Degree| Protection from splashing water
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V| Volt| Voltage
min| Minutes| Time
CFM| Cubic Feet Per Minute| Air volume
MPH| Miles Per Hour| Air velocity
| Direct Current| Type or a characteristic of current

When using an electrical appliance, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:

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WARNING: To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.
WARNING: To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:

• Know your power blower. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the blower’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Do not allow the blower 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 the blower 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 the charger, including charger plug, or charger terminals with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into any openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
• Secure long hair above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in moving parts.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
• Do not leave blower unattended when the battery is inserted. Remove the battery when the blower is not in use and before servicing.
• Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Blowers create sparks which may ignitethe dust or fumes.
• Use the battery-operated blower only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Use only with battery packs and chargers listed below.

BA1400, BA1400-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC, BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC, BA2240T, BA2240T-FC, BA2242T, BA2242T-FC, BA2800T, BA2800T-FC, BA4200T, BA4200T-FC, BA5600T, BA5600T-FC, BA6720T, BA6720T-FC| CH2100, CH2100-FC, CH3200, CH3200-FC, CH5500, CH5500-FC, CH2800D, CH2800D-FC, CH7000,CH7000-FC

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power blower. Do not use the blower while tired, upset, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating blowers may result in serious personal injury.
• Avoid accidental starting. Be sure that the switch is in the locked or off position before inserting the battery pack. Carrying blowers with your finger on the switch or inserting the battery pack into a blower with the switch on invites accidents.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions.
• Do not use on a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations.
• Always take care of your feet, children, or pets around you when removing the battery pack from blower. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack when in a high position.
• Do not use the blower if switch does not turn it on or off. A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the blower before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the blower. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the blower accidentally.
• Turn off all controls before removing the battery.
• DO NOT attempt to clear clogs from the unit without first removing the battery.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the blower serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained blowers.
• Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
• Always wear safety glasses with side shields. Everyday glasses have only impact resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury.
• Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection when operating this equipment.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Battery powered blowers do not have to be plugged into an electrical outlet; therefore, they are always in operating condition. Be aware of possible hazards when not using your battery powered blower or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.
• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves and boots. 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.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
• Batteries can explode in the presence of a source of ignition, such as a pilot light. To reduce the risk of serious personal injury, never use any cordless product in the presence of open flame. An exploded battery can propel debris and chemicals. If exposed, flush with water immediately.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, ire, or string which can be thrown by or become entangled in the machine.
• Do not point the blower tube in the direction of people or pets.
• ever run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure that the blower tube is installed.
• When not in use, the blower should be stored indoors in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. away.
• Blower service must be performed only by qualified repair personnel. Service or maintenance performed by unqualified personnel may result in a risk of injury.
• When servicing a blower, use only identical replacement parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance section of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.
• Never use the blower near fires or hot ashes. Use near fires or ashes can spread fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
• Never use blower to spread chemicals, fertilizers, or any other toxic substances. Spreading these substances could result in serious injury to the operator or bystanders.
• Never place the blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when the engine is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air intake and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

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INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the new 56V Lithium-ion powered blower. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance. Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on to the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your product Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER DATE OF PURCHASE  

YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP THEM IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

SPECIFICATIONS

180 MPH (with tapered nozzle)
Maximum blowing force| 21 Newtons
Approximate run time (With EGO 56V 5.0Ah Battery| 200 min (Low speed)
30 min (High Speed)
15 min (Boost mode)
Recommended Operating Temperature| 5°F-104°F(-15°C-40°C)
Recommended Storage Temperature| -4°F-158°F(-20°C-70°C)
Weight (without battery pack)| 4.77 lb. (2.17 kg)

PACKING LIST

RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR BLOWER (Fig. 1)

ASSEMBLY

WARNING: 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.
WARNING: Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this blower. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.
WARNING : Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when the product is not in use.
UNPACKING

• This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included.

WARNING: 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.

ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE

1. Remove the battery.

2. Align the groove in the tube with the knob on the blower housing. Push the tube onto the blower housing until the latch snaps into place (Fig. 2 & 3).
   

3. To remove the tube, press and hold the tube-release button to disengage the latch, then pull the tube straight from the blower (Fig. 4).
   

ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TAPERED/FLAT NOZZLE

1. Remove the battery.

2. Align the groove in the tapered nozzle with the knob on the tube. Push the nozzle onto the tube until it snaps into place (Fig. 5 & 6).
   

3. To remove the tapered nozzle, press and hold the nozzle release button to disengage the latch, then pull the nozzle straight from the blower (Fig. 7). Follow the same sequence to assemble or remove the flat nozzle
   

OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection 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 possibly serious injuries.
WARNING: Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. 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 surface, such as driveways and walkways
• Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles

TO INSTALL/REMOVE BATTERY PACK (Fig. 8)

CHARGE BEFORE FIRST USE.

WARNING: Always remove the battery pack from the product when you are assembling parts, making adjustments, cleaning, or when not in use. Removing the battery pack will prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury.

TO INSTALL

• Align the ribs of the battery pack with the mounting slots in the blower’s battery port.
• Press the battery pack into the battery port until it snaps into position. TO REMOVE

WARNING: Always take care to note the location of your feet, children, or pets 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.

• Press the battery-release button; the battery pack will disengage from the latch and the ejection mechanism will assist with removal.
• Remove the battery pack from the blower.

TO START/STOP THE BLOWER (Fig. 9)

AIR-SPEED TRIGGER ONLY

• Depress the air-speed trigger to turn on the blower.
• The air speed of the blower is controlled with the variable speed trigger. More pressure on the trigger results in higher blowing speeds; less pressure on the trigger results in lower blowing speeds. Adjust the speed to suit the task at hand.
• Release the air-speed trigger to turn off the blower.

SPEED/LOCK-ON DIAL ONLY
The blower can be locked at any speed with the speed lock-on dial.

• Turn the speed/lock-on dial clockwise to start the blower. The air speed will increase as the dial is rotated clockwise.
• To decrease the air speed, turn the speed/lock-on dial counterclockwise.
• Keep turning the speed/lock-on dial counterclockwise to the off position to stop the blower.

NOTICE: If the speed/lock-on dial is not turned back to the off position before the battery is removed, the blower will not start when a fully charged battery is installed. This is a protection feature to help prevent accidental startup. Depress the air-speed trigger to deactivate the protection and start the blower.
Press the boost button while working to temporarily increase the air speed to the maximum level. The blower will resume the previous speed when the boost button is released.

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 power equipment used at any one time.
• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces if 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

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician.
WARNING: To avoid serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the product when cleaning or performing any maintenance.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING: Do not at any time let brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc., come in contact with plastic parts. Chemicals can damage, weaken or destroy plastic which may result in serious personal injury.

STORAGE

• Clean all foreign material from the air intakes of the blower.
• Store the blower indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep it away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

• The battery pack is not attached to the blower.

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• Attach the battery pack to the blower.

• No electrical contact between the blower and battery.

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• Remove battery, check contacts and reinstall the battery pack.

• The battery pack is depleted.

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• Charge the battery pack.

• The battery pack or blower is too hot.

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• Cool the battery pack and blower until their temperature drops below 152°F (67°C).

• The speed/lock-on dial was not turned back to the off position before the battery was removed.

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• Depress the air-speed trigger to deactivate the protection and start the blower.

The air velocity decreases obviously.|

• Excessive wearing of motor fan.
• The air intake is blocked by debris.

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• Contact EGO service center for repair.
•  Remove the battery pack, clear the debris.

WARRANTY

EGO WARRANTY POLICY

5-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ outdoor power equipment and portable power for personal, household use.
3-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ System battery packs and chargers for personal, household use. An additional 2-year extended warranty applies for the 10.0Ah/12.0Ah battery whether sold separately (Model# BA5600T/BA6720T) or included with any tool, if it is registered within 90 days of purchase. 5-year limited warranty on CHV1600 charger, designed for use with Zero Turn Riding Mower for personal, household use.
2 year/1year limited warranty on EGO outdoor power equipment, portable power, battery packs, and chargers for professional and commercial use.
The detailed warranty periods by products can be found online at http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.
Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you have questions or warranty claims.

LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY

EGO products are warranted against defects in material or workmanship from the date of original retail purchase for the applicable warranty period. Defective product will receive free repair

a) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized EGO retailer and may not be transferred. Authorized EGO retailers are identified online at http://egopowerplus.com/pages/warranty-policy.
b) The warranty period for reconditioned or factory certified products used for residential purpose is 1 year, for industrial, professional or commercial purpose is 90 days.
c) The warranty period for routine maintenance parts, such as, but not limited to, blades, trimmer heads, chain bars, saw chains, belts, scraper bars, blower nozzles, and all other EGO accessories is 90 days for residential purpose, 30 days for industrial, professional or commercial purpose. These parts are covered for 90/30 days from manufacture defects in normal working conditions.
d) This warranty is void if the product has been used for rental purpose.
e) This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modification, alteration or unauthorized repair.
f) This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse (including overloading of the product beyond capacity and immersion in water or other liquid), accidents, neglect or lack of proper installation, and improper maintenance or storage.
g) This warranty does not cover normal deterioration of the exterior finish, including
but not limited to scratches, dents, paint chips, or to any corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE

For warranty service, please contact EGO customer service toll-free at 1-855-EGO-5656. When requesting warranty service, you must present the original dated sales receipt. An authorized service center will be selected to repair the product according to the stated warranty terms. When bringing your product to the authorized service center, there may be a small deposit that will be required when dropping off your tool. This deposit is refundable when the repair service is deemed to be covered under warranty.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS

To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to the applicable warranty period defined at the beginning of this article.
Chevrons North America is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages.
Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations may not apply to you.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
For customer service contact us toll-free at: 1-855-EGO-5656 or EGOPOWERPLUS.
COM. EGO Customer Service, 769 SEWARD AVE NW / Suite 102 Grand Rapids, MI 49504

References

• Warranty Policy | EGO POWER+

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