greenworks 29462 40V 2.0 Ah Lithium Ion Battery User Manual

June 15, 2024
Greenworks

greenworks 29462 40V 2.0 Ah Lithium Ion Battery

Specifications

  • Model Numbers: 29462, 29302, 2901319, 29472, LB40A010, BAF721, BAF722, BAF724, BAF725
  • Website: www.greenworkstools.com

Product Information

The battery is an essential component of the product. It is important to understand the instructions provided in this manual for the proper use, maintenance, and storage of the battery. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury, risk of fire, explosion, and danger of electric shock or electrocution.

Important Safety Instructions:

To ensure your safety while using the product, please follow these important safety instructions:

  1. If the battery fluid gets in your eyes, flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes and seek immediate medical attention.
  2. Do not charge the battery pack in rain or wet conditions.
  3. Do not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in water or any other liquid.

Safety Notes and Precautions:

The battery should be stored in a cool and dry location. It is recommended to place the battery in a cool and dry environment.

Symbols on the Product:

The product may feature the following symbols:

  • Voltage Symbol: Indicates the voltage of the product.
  • Power Symbol: Represents power.
  • Direct Current Symbol: Indicates that the product operates on direct current.

It is important to read and understand the meaning of these symbols as they provide important information for the safe operation of the tool.

Risk Levels:

The product is associated with different levels of risk, which are indicated by the following signal words:

  • DANGER: Indicates an imminently hazardous situation that may result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
  • WARNING: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that could result in death or serious injury if not avoided.
  • CAUTION: Indicates a potentially hazardous situation that may result in minor or moderate injury if not avoided.
  • (Without Safety Alert Symbol): Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

Proposition 65:

This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Certain activities such as power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities may generate dust containing chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. It is important to work in a well-ventilated area and use approved safety equipment to reduce exposure to these chemicals.

Environmentally Safe Battery Disposal:

If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it or use it. Dispose of the battery and replace it with a new battery pack. Do not attempt to repair a damaged battery pack to avoid injury, risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock, as well as damage to the environment.

Product Usage Instructions

Follow these instructions for the proper use of the product:

Step 1: Charging the Battery

  1. Ensure the battery pack is not cracked or damaged. If it is, do not charge or use it.
  2. Connect the battery pack to the charger provided with the product.
  3. Plug the charger into a power outlet.
  4. Allow the battery to charge fully according to the recommended charging time mentioned in the user manual.
  5. Once fully charged, disconnect the battery pack from the charger.

Step 2: Installing the Battery

  1. Ensure the product is turned off and disconnected from any power source.
  2. Locate the battery compartment on the product.
  3. Slide the fully charged battery pack into the compartment, ensuring it is securely inserted.
  4. Close and secure the battery compartment.

Step 3: Operating the Product

  1. Refer to the user manual for specific instructions on operating the product.
  2. Follow all safety precautions mentioned in the user manual.
  3. Turn on the product using the designated power button or switch.
  4. Use the product as intended, following any additional usage instructions provided in the user manual.

Step 4: Storing the Battery

  1. When not in use, remove the battery pack from the product.
  2. Store the battery pack in a cool and dry location.
  3. Avoid exposing the battery pack to extreme temperatures or moisture.

FAQ

Q: Can I charge the battery pack in wet conditions?

No, it is not safe to charge the battery pack in rain or wet conditions. Ensure the battery and charger are kept dry during the charging process.

Q: Can I repair a cracked or damaged battery pack?

No, it is recommended to dispose of a cracked or damaged battery pack. Do not attempt to repair it as it may result in injury, risk of fire, explosion, or electric shock.

Q: How should I dispose of the battery pack?

If the battery pack is cracked or broken, without leaks, it should be disposed of properly. Contact your local waste management facility for information on environmentally safe battery disposal methods.

29462/29302/2901319/29472/LB40A010/BAF721/BAF722/BAF724/BAF725

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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

For the proper use, maintenance and storage of this battery, it is crucially important that you read and understand the instructions given in this manual.
To avoid serious injury, risk of fire, explosion and danger of electric shock or electrocution:

  • If the battery pack case is cracked or damaged, DO NOT insert into the charger. Replace with a new battery pack.
  • Charge the battery pack only with the recommended charger.
  • DO NOT try to short circuit any terminals of battery pack.

WARNING
If the battery fluid gets in your eyes, flush immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Get immediate medical attention. Do not charge the battery pack in rain or in wet conditions. Do not immerse the tool, battery pack, or charger in water or other liquid.

  • Do not allow the battery pack or charger to overheat. If they are warm, allow them to cool down. Recharge only at room temperature.
  • Do not place the battery pack in the sun or in a warm environment. Keep at normal room temperature.
  • Keep in shady, cool and dry condition, if the battery is not charged for a long time; charge the battery for 2 hours every 2 months.
  • The battery pack cells may develop a small leak under extreme usage or temperature conditions. If the outer seal is broken and the leakage gets on your skin:
    • Use soap and water to wash immediately.
    • Neutralize with lemon juice, vinegar, or other mild acid.
  • If leakage gets in your eyes, follow instructions above and seek medical attention.
  • Please check prior use, if output voltage and current of the battery charger is suitable for the charging battery pack.
  • During transporting, the battery pack needs protective packaging.
  • Handle with care.
  • Keep away from humidity and fire.

SAFETY NOTES AND PRECAUTIONS

  • Do not disassemble the battery.
  • Keep away from the children.
  • Do not expose the battery to water or salt water, battery should be stored in a cool and dry location and should place the battery in cool and dry environment.
  • Do not place the battery in high-temperature locations, such as near a fire, heater, etc.
  • Do not reverse the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery.
  • Do not connect the positive terminal and the negative terminal of the battery to each other with any metal objects.
  • Do not knock, strike or step on the battery.
  • Do not solder directly onto the battery and pierce the battery with nails or other edge tools.
  • In the event that the battery leaks and the fluid gets into one’s eye, do not rub the eye. Rinse well with water.
  • Immediately discontinue use of the battery, if, while using the battery emits an unusual smell, feels hot, changes color, changes shape, or appears abnormal in any other way.

SYMBOLS ON THE PRODUCT

Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and safer.

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RISK LEVELS

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

SYM- BOL SIGNAL MEANING
  DANGER Indicates an imminently haz- ardous situation,which, if not

avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
 | WARNING| Indicates a potentially hazard- ous situation,which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
 | CAUTION| Indicates a potentially hazard- ous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
SYM- BOL| SIGNAL| MEANING
---|---|---
 | CAUTION| (Without Safety Alert Sym- bol) Indicates a situation that may result in property dam- age.

PROPOSITION 65

WARNING
This product contains a chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known 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;
  • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.

Your risk of exposure to these chemicals varies depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, work in a well- ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.

ENVIRONMENTALLY SAFE BATTERY DISPOSAL

WARNING
If the battery pack cracks or breaks, with or without leaks, do not recharge it and do not use. Dispose of the battery and replace with a new battery pack. DO NOT ATTEMPT TO REPAIR IT! To avoid injury and risk of fire, 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 landfill or municipal solid waste stream.
  • Take them to a certified recycling or disposal centre.

OPERATION

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

Lights Capacity
4 Green Lights The battery is more than 78% capacity.
3 Green Lights The battery is between 50% and 78% capacity.
2 Green Lights The battery is between 35% and 50% capacity.
1 Green Light The battery is between 15% and 35% capacity.
1 Blinking Green Light The battery is between 10% and 15% capacity.
Lights go out The battery is under 10% capacity and requires charging

immediately.

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Lights Capacity
4 Green Lights The battery pack is at full capacity.
3 Green Lights The battery pack is at 70% capacity.
2 Green Lights The battery pack is at 45% capacity.
1 Green Light The battery pack is at 10% capacity and requires charging soon.
Lights go out The battery pack is under 10% capacity and requires charging

immediately.

  1. BATTERY CAPACITY INDICATOR (BCI) BUTTON
  2. LIGHT METRE

BATTERY PROTECTION FEATURES
This 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 temperatures down to -14°C (6.8°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.

TECHNICAL DATA

Model BAF721/ 29462/ 29302
Battery 36V 2.0AH, 72Wh, 40V MAX
Charge time 60 min. (use 29482 / CAF806 Charger)
Model BAF722/ 2901319
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Battery 36V 2.5AH, 90Wh, 40V MAX
Charge time 75 min. (use 29482 / CAF806 Charger)
Model BAF724/ 29472
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Battery 36V 4.0AH, 144Wh, 40V MAX
Charge time 120 min. (use 29482 / CAF806 Charg- er)
Model BAF725/ 2909202 (LB40A010)
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Battery 36V 5.0AH, 180Wh, 40V MAX
Charge time 150 min. (use 29482 / CAF806 Charg- er)

LIMITED WARRANTY

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Greenworks hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of three (3) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. Greenworks, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for units which have been used for personal use that have not been hired or rented for industrial/commercial use, and that have been maintained in accordance with the instructions in the owners’ manual supplied with the product from new.

ITEMS NOT COVERED BY WARRANTY:

  1. Any part that has become inoperative due to misuse, commercial use, abuse, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, or alteration; or
  2. The unit, if it has not been operated and/or maintained in accordance with the owner’s manual; or
  3. Normal wear, except as noted below;
  4. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, blade sharpening;
  5. Normal deterioration of the exterior finish due to use or exposure.

HELPLINE:
Warranty service is available by calling our toll-free helpline, at 1-888-909-6757.

TRANSPORTATION CHARGES:
Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay transportation charges for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty unless such return is requested in writing by Greenworks.

USA address:
Greenworks Tools P.O. Box 1238
Mooresville, NC 28115

Canadian address :
Greenworks Tools Canada Inc. P.O. Box 93095, Newmarket, Ontario L3Y 8K3

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