WORX WG545 20V Max Lithium Multi Purpose Sweeper Instruction Manual

20V Max Lithium multi-purpose sweeper
WG545 WG545.1 WG545.2 WG545.4 WG545.5
WG545.9 WG575 WG575.1 WG575.9 HELPLINE NUMBER
1-866-354-WORX (6979)

PRODUCT SAFETY

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 chemicallytreated 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 flter out microscopic particles.
WARNING! This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, phthalate or bisphenol A which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash your hands after use. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! When using electric gardening appliances, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fre, electric shock, and personal injury, including the following:
WARNING: Read all instructions

FOR ALL APPLIANCES

1. Avoid Dangerous Environment – Don’t use appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Don’t Use In Rain.
3. Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept at a distance from work area.
4. Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves and substantial footwear is recommended when working outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long hair.
5. Use Safety Glasses – Always use face or dust mask if operation is dusty.
6. Use Right Appliance – Do not use appliance for any job except that for which it is intended.
7. Don’t Force Appliance – It will do the job better and with less likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was designed.
8. Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
9. Stay Alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not operate appliance when you are tired.
10. Store Idle Appliances Indoors – When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place – out of reach of children.
11. Maintain Appliance With Care – Keep cutting edge sharp and clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Keep handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
12. Check Damaged Parts – Before further use of the appliance, 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 condition that may affect its operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.

FOR ALL BATTERY – OPERATED GARDENING APPLIANCES

1. For all battery-operated gardening appliances:

1. Do not charge appliance in rain, or in wet locations.
2. Do not use battery-operated appliance in rain.
3. Remove or disconnect battery before servicing, cleaning or removing material from the gardening appliance.

2. For all battery-operated products employing a detachable or separable battery:

1. Use only the following type and size battery(ies): WA3525 WA3520 WA3578 (WG545), WA3537 (WG575).
2. Do not dispose of the battery(ies) in a fre. The cell may explode. Check with local codes for possible special disposal instructions.
3. Do not open or mutilate the battery(ies). Released electrolyte is corrosive and may cause damage to the eyes or skin. It may be toxic if swallowed.
4. Exercise care in handling batteries in order not to short the battery with conducting materials such as rings, bracelets, and keys. The battery or conductor may overheat and cause burns.

3. Avoid Unintentional Starting – Do not insert the battery with fnger on the switch. Be sure the switch is off when inserting the battery.

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY WARNINGS

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE
WARNING – To reduce the risk of fre, electric shock, or injury:

1. To reduce the risk of electric shock – Do not use on wet surfaces. Do not expose to rain. Store indoors.
2. Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
3. Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacture’s recommended attachments.
4. If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.
5. Keep hair, loose clothing, fngers, and all parts of body away form openings and moving parts .
6. Do not charge the unit outdoors.
7. Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
8. Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fre.
9. 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 fow.
10. Do not handle plug or appliance with wet hands.
11. Do not leave appliance when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.
12. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
13. Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

1. WARNING: Risk of fre and burns. Do not disassemble, heat above 100°C (212°F), or incinerate. Do not expose cells or batteries to heat or fre. Avoid storage in direct sunlight.

2. Dispose of used battery promptly. When disposing of secondary cells or batteries, keep cells or batteries of different electrochemical systems separate from each other.

3. Keep battery out of reach of children and in original package until ready to use.

4. Never put batteries in mouth. If swallowed, contact your physician or local poison control center.

5. CAUTION – The battery used in this device may present a risk of fre or chemical burn if mistreated. Replace battery with (WORX) only. Use of another battery may present a risk of fre or explosion

6. WARNING: Do not use a visibly damaged battery pack or appliance as applicable.

7. WARNING: Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack as applicable.

8. BATTERY MUST BE RECYCLED

9. Do not short-circuit a cell or battery.
   Do not store cells or batteries haphazardly in a box or drawer where they may short-circuit each other or be short-circuited by conductive materials.

10. Do not subject cells or batteries to mechanical shock.

11. Keep cells and batteries clean and dry. Wipe the cell or battery terminals with a clean dry cloth if they become dirty.

12. Do not maintain secondary cells and batteries on charge when not in use.

13. Retain the original cell and battery literature for future reference.

14. Do not use any charger other than that specifcally provided for use with the equipment. Secondary cells and batteries need to be charged before use. Always use the correct charger and refer to the manufacturer’s instructions or equipment manual for proper charging instructions.

15. When possible, remove the battery from the equipment when not in use.

16. Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to battery pack, picking up or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your fnger on the switch or energizing appliance that have the switch on invites accidents.

17. Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.

18. Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, fush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

19. Have servicing performed by a qualifed repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.

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| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual
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| Warning
| Wear ear protection
| Li-Ion battery,  battery must be recycled

POSITEC Inc. has established a partnership with the RBRC Corporation to recycle any Positec batteries with the RBRC-call2recycle seal. For environmental protection, please do not discard batteries in the trash. After the batteries’ life cycle is ended, then please call 1.800-822-8837 for a free service that will properly dispose of the battery.

1. HANDLE
2. ON/OFF SWITCH
3. TUBE RELEASE BUTTON
4. BLOWER TUBE
5. BATTERY PACK
6. BATTERY PACK RELEASE BUTTONS (See Fig. D)
7. WALL MOUNT BRACKET* (See Fig. G1)

• Not all the accessories illustrated or described are included in standard delivery.

TECHNICAL DATA

| WG545.1| WG545 WG545.2| WG545.4| WG545.5
---|---|---|---|---
Voltage| 20V  Max*
No load speed| 12500/min
Blow speed| 120mph
Charging time| 5 hrs| 1 hrs| 45 min
Charger| WA3742/WA3732| WA3742| WA3881| WA3847
Machine weight| 3.5 lbs| 4.3 lbs| 3.5 lbs
| WG545.9| WG575| WG575.1| WG575.9
---|---|---|---|---
Voltage| 20V  Max*| 32V __  Max**
No load speed| 12500/min| 13800/min
Blow speed| 120mph| 120mph
Charging time| /| 3-5 hrs| /
Charger| /| WA3740| /
Machine weight| 2.7 lbs| 4.0 lbs| 3.0 lbs

*Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 20 volts. Nominal voltage is 18 volts.
** Voltage measured without workload. Initial battery voltage reaches maximum of 32 volts.Nominal voltage is 28.8 volts.

ACCESSORIES

| WG545| ING545.1IWG545.2| WG545.4| WG545.5| WG545.9| WG575 IWG575.1| WG575.9
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Battery| 1(WA3520)| 1 (WA3525)| 1(WA3578)| l(WA3520)| /| 1 (WA3537)| /
Charger| 1(WA3742)| 1(WA3742/
WA3732)| 1(WA3742)| l(WA3881)| l(WA3847)| /| 1 (WA3740)| /
Wall mount bracket| 1| /| 1| /| 1| /| /| /| /
Wide nozzle| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Dust brush| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Inflator nozzle| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Dust tube| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Accessory clip holder| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Extension hose| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Short tube| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Detail brush| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Deflation cover| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1
Accessory bag| /| 1| 1| 1| /| 1| /| 1| 1

1: Attachment included;
/: Attachment not included
Only use the appropriate accessories intended for this tool. Accessory information can be found on the product packaging, at a WORX dealer or on our website at www.worx.com or by calling 1-866-354-WORX(9679).

ASSEMBLY

ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE (See Fig. A1 & A2)
Before assembling the Blower Tube(4), be sure the on/off switch (2) is in ‘’O’’ Off position. Fit the Blower Tube to the motor housing as shown in Fig A1. Check if the Blower Tube is frmly secured.

WARNING! Do not attempt to operate or disable the On/Off Switch by any means other than the normal assembly or removal of the tube.
NOTE: Before disassembling the Blower Tube, be sure the on/off switch (2) is in ‘’O’’ Off position. Press the Release Button(3) , so that you can separate the tube. (See Fig. A2) Do not try to separate the tubes by force or by using tools.

OPERATION

WARNING! The charger and battery pack are specially designed to work together, so do not attempt to use any other devices. Never insert or allow metallic objects into your charger or battery pack connections because of an electrical failure and hazard will occur.

1. BEFORE USING YOUR CORDLESS BLOWER
   Your battery pack is UNCHARGED, you must charge before use.
   The battery charger supplied is matched to the Li-Ion battery installed in the machine. Do not use another battery charger.

2. CHARGING YOUR BATTERY PACK (See Fig. B)
   The Li-Ion battery is protected against deep discharging. When the battery is empty, the machine is switched off by means of a protective circuit: The machine will stop running.
   In a warm environment or after heavy use, the battery pack may become too hot to permit charging. Allow time for the battery to cool down before recharging.

3. CHECKING THE BATTERY CONDITION (ONLY FOR WG545.4) (See Fig. C)

4. TO REMOVE OR INSTALL BATTERY PACK (See Fig. D)
   Depress the battery release button (6) to release battery pack from your tool. After recharging, insert the battery pack into tool’s battery port. A simple push and slight pressure will be suffcient.

5. STARTING/STOPPING (See Fig. E)
   Starting
   Move the On/Off switch (2) to the “I” On position.
   Stopping
   Move the On/Off switch (2) to the “O” Off position.
   WARNING! The tool runs for a few seconds after it has been switched off.
   Let the motor come to a complete standstill before setting the tool down.

6. USING THE BLOWER (See Fig. F)
   The blower is intended for residential use only. Use the blower outdoors to move debris from hard surfaces. This blower is not designed to clear leaves from large grassy areas, or move wet, heavy debris.
   USER TIPS
   – Hold the blow tube approx 7” above the ground when operating the tool.
   Use a sweeping motion from side to side. Advance slowly keeping the accumulated debris/leaves in front of you.
   – After blowing the debris/leaves into a pile, it is easy to dispose of the pile.
   CAUTION!
   – Do not blow hard objects such as nails, bolts, or rocks.
   – Do not operate the blower near bystanders or pets.
   – Use extra care when cleaning debris from stairs or other tight areas.
   – Wear safety goggles or other suitable eye protection, long pants, and shoes.

STORAGE

WARNING! Store the blower indoors, in a cool dry location, out of reach of children and animals.

1. ASSEMBLY THE WALL MOUNT BRACKET
   Attach the wall-mount bracket to the wall with the screws provided.
   Tighten all the screws securely. Carefully check the bracket after mounting to make sure that no movement can occur during use. (See Fig. G1).
   WARNING! Always make sure your wall-mount bracket is securely mounted to the wall. Failure to do so could result in an accident, resulting in possible serious personal injury.

2. STORING YOUR BLOWER
   The blower can be stored into the wall mount bracket (7) as illustrated (See Fig. G2).
   Store in a dry place where your blower can be protected from damage.

CLEANING THE TOOL

Clean the tool regularly.
WARNING! Keep your product dry.
Under no circumstances spray with water.
-To clean the tool, use only mild soap and a damp cloth.
WARNING! Do not use any type of detergent, cleaner or solvent which may contain chemicals that could seriously damage the plastic.
– Self lubricating bearings are used in your product, therefore lubrication is not required.

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References

• P65Warnings.ca.gov
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