DK2 OPB480EV 57.6V Battery Powered Walk Behind Leaf Blower User Manual

: June 13, 2024
: DK2

DK2 OPB480EV 57.6V Battery Powered Walk Behind Leaf Blower User Manual

OPB480EV
1271 CFM 57.6V LI-ION POWERED WALKBEHIND LEAF BLOWER

USER MANUAL

DK2 USA WEST
3311 MEADE AVENUE STE E DOCK 13, LAS VEGAS, NEVADA 89102 USA

DK2 CORPORATE HEAD OFFICE
5330 MAINWAY BURLINGTON, ONTARIO L7L6A4 CANADA

DK2 USA EAST
3750 SOUTH AVENUE NORTH UNIT, TOLEDO, OHIO 43615 USA

Customer Service / Monday-Friday 8am-4pm EST / 1-888-277-6960
www.dk2.com

WARRANTY

PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE

YOU HAVE A 1-YEAR WARRANTY AND DK2 WILL REPLACE A DEFECTIVE PART FOR FREE.
CALL US AT 1-888-277-6960 FOR FAST WARRANTY PARTS AND QUESTIONS.

WHAT IS COVERED – 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY INCLUDED

DK2 Inc. warrants to the original purchaser that product will be free and clear of manufacturing defects in workmanship and materials under normal use and service for a period of one (1) year from the date of the original purchase. If within one (1) year from the original date of purchase this product fails due to defect in material or workmanship, DK2 Inc. will repair, replace, or supply any covered defective part at our option. DK2 Inc. is 1-year parts only warranty no labor.

Upon expiry of one (1) year, DK2 Inc. will have no further liability related to the product. DK2 Inc. does not authorize any party, including its authorized distributors or dealers, to offer any other warranty on behalf of DK2 Inc.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT COVER OR APPLY TO:

a) Damage to the product due to misuse, mishandling and abuse
b) Improper installation, maintenance and storage
c) Expendable parts such as nuts and bolts, pins and springs, wiring and switch components, hydraulic hoses and fittings, cutting teeth, cutting chains, cutting blades, throttles, belts and tires.
d) Normal wear and tear
e) Consequential damage & incidental damages such as damage to persons or propert

PROCEDURE FOR OUTDOOR POWER EQUIPMENT WARRANTY

Within the one (1) year warranty period, the purchaser of the product can CALL 1-888-277-6960 or contact us on www.dk2.com. Notify us of the claimed defect and provide proof of original purchase. At this time the validity of the claim will be determined, and if approved replacement parts will be issued. No returned product will be accepted under warranty unless accompanied by an RGA# issued by DK2 Inc.

DAMAGED FREIGHT

Damage to your product caused by freight mishandling is NOT covered under warranty. If your freight arrives damaged, REFUSE it. Inspect your product when it arrives, otherwise if you accept it, you will be responsible for filing any freight claims with the delivery company. DK2 Inc. warranty excludes damage to product.

RESOLUTION FOR A DEFECTIVE PRODUCT.

Call us at 1-888-277-6960 between 8am- 4pm Monday to Friday EST.

ONLINE RESOURCES

LEARN MORE ABOUT YOUR PRODUCT
Visit your product’s web page by visiting detailk2.com/shop-elite- energy/p/opb480ev-k or scan the QR code on the left.

PURCHASING REPLACEMENT PARTS
In need of replacement parts? visit detailk2.com/shop-parts or scan the QR code on the left.

VIEW THIS USER MANUAL ON YOUR PHONE
Scan the QR code on the left to view this product’s user manual on your mobile device.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Specification

SECTION I • SAFETY

SAFETY CONVENTIONS

DANGER! This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury

WARNING! This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION! This indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may cause minor or moderate injury.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION AND POTENTIAL CHANGES

We reserve the right to discontinue, change, and improve our products at any time without notice or obligation to the purchaser. The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your machine.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING! Read and understand the complete User Manual before assembling or using this product. Failure to comprehend and comply with warnings, cautions and instructions for assembly and operation could result in serious injury or death.

WARNING! Do not permit children to operate this equipment at any time. Do not permit others that have not read and understood the complete User Manual to operate this equipment. Operation of power equipment can be dangerous. It is the sole responsibility of the operator to understand the assembly and safe operation of this product.

DANGER! INTENDED USE: Do not use this machine for any purpose other than for which it was designed. Any other use is unauthorized and may result in serious injury or death.

DANGER! PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT: When operating this machine, it is essential that you wear safety gear including goggles or safety glasses, steel-toed shoes and tight-fitting gloves (no loose cuffs or draw strings). Always wear ear plugs or sound-deafening headphones to protect against hearing loss when operating this leaf blower.

CAUTION! Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry that can be caught by moving parts of the machine. Keep clothing and hair away from all moving parts of the machine.

SAFETY DECALS

Make sure all safety warning decals are attached and in readable condition. Please call DK2 at 1888-277-6960 if you need help replacing missing or defaced safety decals.

Safety Decals

SAFETY DEFINITIONS

The purpose of safety decals and symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols, and their explanations, deserve your careful attention and review in order to safely operate this machine. The safety warnings do not eliminate any danger, the purpose of these warnings is to bring awareness to the dangers of the machine. The instructions or warnings they give are not substitutes for proper accident prevention measures and care while using the product.

GENERAL SAFETY INFORMATION

WARNING! Keep guards in place and in working order. Never operate the tool with any guard or cover removed. Make sure all guards are operating properly before each use.

WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury , keep children and visitors away. All visitors should wear safety glasses and be kept a minimum 50 ft (15 m) safe distance from the work area.

WARNING! Keep the area of operation clear of all persons , particularly small children, and pets.

CAUTION! Use the right tool. Don’t force tool or attachment to do a job it was not designed for. Don’t use tool for a purpose not intended.

DANGER! Dress appropriately and keep long hair contained. Wear long pants and long sleeves. Do not wear loose-fitting clothing, neckties, or jewelry. These items can get caught and draw you into moving parts. Rubber gloves and non-skid footwear are recommended when working outdoors. Also, wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.

WARNING! Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

CAUTION! Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

WARNING! Always wear eye protection. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

WARNING! Don’t overreach or stand on a ladder, rooftop, or other unstable support. Keep proper footing and balance at all times.

CAUTION! Use only recommended accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause risk of injury.

CAUTION! Follow the maintenance instructions specified in this manual.

DANGER! Keep hands, feet and tools away from the blades on the blower at all times.

CAUTION! Check damaged parts. Before further use of the tool, a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully checked to determine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, mounting, and any other conditions that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged must be properly repaired or replaced by a qualified service center to avoid risk of personal injury.

WARNING! Never leave tool running unattended. Turn power off. Don’t leave the tool until it comes to a complete stop.

WARNING! Keep the motor and battery free of grass, leaves, or grease to reduce the change of a fire hazard.

CAUTION! Follow manufacturer’s recommendations for safeloading, unloading, transport, and storage of machine.

CAUTION! Be thoroughly familiar with controls. Know how to stop the product quickly.

CAUTION! Keep the tool dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petrolium products, or any solvents to clean tool.

WARNING! Stay alert and exercise control. Watch what you are doing and use common sense. Do not operate the tool when you are tired. Do not rush.

DANGER! Do not operate the product while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or any medication.

CAUTION! 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.

WARNING! Do not use tool if switch does not turn it off. Have the switch replaced by a qualified service center.

WARNING! Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, shut off the motor and battery and ensure all moving parts have stopped and cooled down completely.

CAUTION! Avoid dangerous environment. Don’t use in damp or wet locations or expose to rain. Keep work area well lit.

WARNING! Do not operate around dry brush, twigs, cloth rags, or other flammable materials.

WARNING! Risk of injection or injury – Do not direct discharge stream at persons.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING! This machine is constructed with material which is known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Read more at https://www.p65warnings.ca.gov/.

UNDERSTAND YOUR MACHINE

CAUTION! If the unit is to be used by someone other than the original purchaser (or is loaned, rented, or sold), always provide this manual and safety training before operation. The user can prevent and is responsible for accidents or injuries that may occur to themselves, other people, and property.

WARNING! This machine is not a toy, and is to be used only for its intended purpose. Therefore, exercise extreme caution at all times. This machine has been designed to perform one job: blow debris and leaves from lawns, driveways, parking lots, etc. Do not use it for any other purpose.

CAUTION! Do not force the machine. Use the correct machine for your application. The correct machine will do the job more efficiently and safely at the rate it was designed.

INSPECT YOUR MACHINE

CAUTION! Check your machine before each use. Keep guard in place and in working order. Make sure all nuts, bolts, etc., are securely tightened.

DANGER! Never operate the machine when it is in need of repair or is in poor mechanical condition. Replace damaged, missing, or failed parts before using it. Keep the machine in safe working condition.

DANGER! Regularly check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed from the machine area before starting it. A wrench or key that is left attached to a rotating part of the machine may result in personal injury.

WARNING! Avoid accidental starting. Be sure the motor and battery are both off before transporting the machine or performing any maintenance or service on the machine with the motor and/or battery on.

WARNING! If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and battery and immediately check for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning sign of trouble.

CAUTION! Do not tamper with the motor and/or battery in an effort to get it to run at higher speeds. The maximum motor and/or battery settings are preset by the factory and is within safety limits.

CAUTION! Keep a Class B fire extinguisher on hand when operating this machine in dry areas as a precautionary measure.

CAUTION! To avoid sparking or arcing, keep grounded conductive objects – such as tools – away from exposed, live electrical parts and connections. These events could ignite fumes or vapors.

PRODUCT LIABILITY

As referred to in the product liability laws, we are not liable for damages that our product causes if:

The product is incorrectly repaired
The product is repaired with parts that are not from the manufacturer
The product has an accessory that is not from the manufacturer
The product is not repaired at an approved service center or by an approved authority

OPERATIONAL SAFETY

CAUTION! Never operate the blower without good visibility or light.

CAUTION! Always ensure you have secure footing.

CAUTION! Never place any part of your body where it would be in danger if movement should occur during assembly, installation, operation, maintenance, repair, or moving.

DANGER! Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 feet (15 m) away. If you are approached, stop the unit immediately.

WARNING! The blower will propel debris at high speed and can cause damage. Avoid pushing your leaf blower over any areas with loose stones or gravel as they may become projectiles. Before use, check that the area is free from breakable objects, such as house windows, auto glass, greenhouses, etc.

DANGER! Do not stand or put your hands, or any part of your body in front of the discharge opening. Always pay attention to the direction of the discharge opening. Never allow discharge opening to point towards any bystanders, pets, or valuable property. Wind can also change discharge direction, so be aware.

DANGER! There are rotating blades inside the blower which can cause serious injury. Please keep your hands, feet, or tools out of the intake and discharge opening while the machine is running.

WARNING! Never operate the machine without directional discharge opening and impeller guard properly affixed to the machine. These devices shield the operator from accidental contact with the rotating impeller.

DANGER! Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel driveways, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards.

WARNING! Never leave the operating position when the motor and battery are running. Always shut down the machine and ensure it cools completely before leaving the operational area.

CAUTION! To reduce exposure to vibration, limit the hours of operation and take periodic breaks to minimize repetition and rest your hands. Reduce the speed and force in which you do the repetitive movement.

GETTING TO KNOW YOUR MACHINE

Getting to know your machine

SECTION II • ASSEMBLY

STEP 1: FRONT WHEEL RACK ASSEMBLY

Insert the rotating shaft of the wheel rack (3) into the sleeve of the support frame (5).
Secure with M8x45 flange bolt and M8 flange nut (6) to complete the front wheel assembly (F)

Step 1

STEP 2: WHEEL RACK INSTALLATION

Fix the front wheel assembly (F) to the housing (E) using an M8 hex nut (4).

Step 2

STEP 3: REAR WHEEL INSTALLATION

Install the 10” rear wheels (31) on both sides of the axle (J) and secure using the provided R-pin (32).

Step 3

Secure the top handle (34) to the bottom handle (33) using M8x45 hex bolts (6) and M8 hex nuts (4).
Secure the assembled handle to the machine using M8x45 hex bolts (6) and M8 hex nuts (4).

Step 3 Continued

SECTION III • OPERATION

STARTING THE MACHINE

Press the power button on the battery to turn on the power supply ( FIG. 1 ).
Turn the switch key on the side of the battery and motor shroud ( FIG. 2 ).

NOTE: Battery power level is shown on the battery, periodically check your battery power level.

STOPPING THE MACHINE

Turn the switch key on the side of the battery and motor shroud to stop the motor ( FIG. 3 ).
Press the power button on the battery to turn off the power supply ( FIG. 4 ).

The machine will stop completely.