Cub Cadet CCB410 Power Lok Leaf Blower Attachment Instruction Manual

Cub Cadet CCB410 Power Lok Leaf Blower Attachment

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Weight: (with blower attachment only)       4 Lbs
Weight: (with drive unit & power cell)          13 Lbs
Need Assistance?
For assistance regarding the assembly, operation or maintenance of the unit, please call 1-877-282-8684 (in the United States) or 1-800-668-1238 (in Canada). Additional information can be found at www.cubcadet.com (in the United States) or www.cubcadet.ca (in Canada).

Please refer to the separate Warranty Supplement.

GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS

CAUTION: Before using this tool or any of its accessories, read this manual and follow all Safety Rules and Operating Instructions.

• This instruction manual includes the following:
  • General Safety Rules
  • Specific Safety Rules and Symbols
  • Functional Description
  • Assembly
  • Operation
  • Maintenance
  • Accessories

WARNING: Retain this manual for future reference.
Provide this manual to all operators and be certain that they have read and understand all the Safety Rules and Operating Instructions prior to their using this tool.

EYE AND FACIAL PROTECTION

ALWAYS WEAR EYE PROTECTION THAT CONFORMS WITH THE MOST RECENT ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 SAFETY STANDARDS.

FLYING DEBRIS can cause permanent eye damage. Prescription eyeglasses ARE NOT a replacement for proper eye protection. The usage of a safety standard compliant face shield placed over proper safety glasses or goggles can reduce the risk of facial injury.

WARNING: Non-compliant eyewear can cause serious injury if broken during the operation of a power tool.

HEARING PROTECTION
WARNING: Use hearing protection if the surrounding environment of the area of operation is loud.

BODY PROTECTION

WARNING: Always wear non-slip gloves that fit properly to protect your hands and to help you grip the tool.

** WARNING:** Always wear sturdy clothing with long sleeves and long pants. Never operate the tool while wearing shorts, short sleeve shirt or while shirtless.

** WARNING:** Always wear non-slip safety boots to prevent foot injuries and slipping that could cause loss of control of the tool.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY
WARNING: To avoid electrical hazards, fire hazards or damage to the tool, use proper circuit protection.
The charger for this tool is wired at the factory for 120 V operation. It must be connected to a 120 V, 15 A circuit that is protected by a time-delayed fuse or circuit breaker. To avoid shock or fire, replace the power cord immediately if it is worn, cut or damaged in any way.

OWNER’S REGISTRATION
Please register your product online at www.cubcadet.com (in the United States) or www.cubcadet.ca (in Canada).

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS

• WARNING: Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury.
• Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
• General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Work Area Safety
  • Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered or dark areas invite accidents.
  • Do not operate power tools in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases or dust. Power tools create sparks which may ignite the liquids, fumes or dust.
  • Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool. Distractions can cause you to lose control.
• General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Electrical Safety
  • Charger plugs must match the outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with earthed (grounded) chargers. Unmodified plugs and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric shock.
  • Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electrical shock if your body is earthed or grounded.
  • Do not expose power tools, the charger or Power Cells to rain or wet conditions. Water entering the tool, chargers or Power Cells will increase the risk of electric shock.
  • Do not abuse the cord. Never use the power cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the charger. Keep the power cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges, and moving parts.
  • Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
  • When operating a charger outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.
  • If operating a charger in a damp location is unavoidable, use a residual current device (RCD) protected supply. An RCD is also known as a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) or earth leakage circuit breaker (ELCB). Use of an RCD reduces the risk of electric shock.
• General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Personal Safety
  • Stay alert, be aware of your surroundings, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating a power tool may result in serious personal injury.
  • Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye protection. Protective equipment such as dust mask, non-skid safety shoes or boots, sturdy gloves, durable long pants and durable long sleeve shirt, [and hard hat, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions] will reduce personal injuries.
  • Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the trigger switches are in the off-position before connecting the Power Cell to the power tool, and never pick up or carry the tool by the trigger switches. Carrying power tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites accidents.
  • Remove any adjustment key or wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left attached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
  • Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations.
  • Dress properly. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothing, jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
• General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Power tool use and care
  • Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for the application. The correct power tool will do the job better and safer when used at the rate for which it was designed.
  • Do not use a power tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. Any power tool that cannot be controlled using the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
  • Remove the Power Cell before making any adjustments, replacing or repairing parts, cleaning the tool, leaving the tool idle or unattended, transporting or storing the tool.
  • Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally.
  • Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to operate the power tool. Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.
  • Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools.
  • Use the power tool and accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the power tool for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.
• General Power Tool Safety Warnings – Service
  • Have your power tool or charger serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the power tool or charger is maintained.

SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES

• WARNING: Know your Power Lok™ leaf blower accessory. Do not plug in the charger or install the Power Cell into the tool until you have read and understand this Instruction Manual. Learn the tool’s applications and limitations, as well as the general and specific potential hazards related to this tool. Following these instructions will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire or serious injury.

• WARNING: Always wear appropriate eye protection. Any power tool can throw foreign objects into your eyes and cause permanent eye damage. ALWAYS wear appropriate safety goggles or properly fitted safety glasses that comply with OSHA standards and the most recent version of ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 safety standards [or other applicable national standard]. Ordinary vision or sun glasses generally do not provide adequate impact or side shield / wrap around penetration protection. Ordinary glasses ARE NOT safety glasses. To reduce the risk of injury to your face CORE™ Outdoor Power recommends that you also wear a face shield or face screen over your safety goggles or safety glasses.

• WARNING: Glasses, goggles or face shields not in compliance with ANSI Z87.1 or CAN/CSA – Z94.3 could cause serious injury if they break upon impact.

• WARNING: Prevent foot injuries! Never operate when barefoot, or wearing open toed shoes, or sandals. Always, wear sturdy protective shoes or boots with non-slip soles when operating the leaf blower. Steel-toed safety boots are recommended.

• WARNING: Protect your hands by wearing heavy-duty, non-slip gloves and to improve your grip and control when handling the blower.

• WARNING: Clothing must be durable and snug-fitting, yet allow for freedom of movement.

• WARNING: Avoid loose clothing such as scarves, neckties, jewelry, flared or cuffed pants, loose-fitting shirts or jackets, unconfined long hair or anything that can be pulled into the air intake of the blower. Secure hair to above shoulder level. Wear long pants of durable material to protect your legs.

• Cover as much of your body as possible to help protect you from debris and pieces of toxic and allergenic plants being thrown by the blower.

• WARNING: Use hearing protection.

• Core recommends the use of hearing protection (e.g. ear plugs or ear mufflers) to protect your hearing, particularly if the blower is used for extensive periods or if the surrounding environment of operation exposes the operator to loud noises. When wearing hearing protection, you will have impaired ability to hear alarms, warnings and shouts from approaching people or approaching vehicles. Be extra diligent and observant of hazards and bystanders when wearing hearing protection devices. When someone approaches, turn the blower OFF immediately.

• WARNING: The high velocity of the air flow coming through the nozzle will throw objects and debris violently and the objects and debris will ricochet in all directions. You or bystanders can be blinded or injured. Keep children, bystanders, pets and other animals at least 50 feet (15 meters) away from the operating blower. Turn the blower OFF immediately if approached, or if you are approaching such bystanders. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear eye protection, even if they are kept at a distance.

• Thrown objects may also ricochet and strike the operator or bystander.

• Utilize extra caution, when the blower is being used near, or on paved or hard surfaces, as pieces of metal, concrete, brick, stones, gravel, sand, glass, sticks and other objects can be thrown at high speed and force and such objects can be thrown, skip along or ricochet long distances off of hard surfaces.

• Do not use this blower for sweeping debris that may contain hard objects, e.g. pebbles, stones, sticks, glass, metal, etc. as such hard objects can be thrown with great force and cause injury to the operator or bystanders, and / or damage property, e.g., screens, windows, building siding, glass doors, or vehicles.

• NOTICE: Avoid operating the blower near property that can be easily damaged by thrown or ricocheting objects such as screens, windows, building siding, glass doors and vehicles.

• WARNING: Always wear breathing protection when operating the blower. Bystanders should be encouraged to wear breathing protection devices even if they are kept at a distance as hazardous dust can travel considerable distances, especially if the dust is wind blown.

• WARNING: Know what you are going to blow, before you blow.

• WARNING: Inspect the area to be cleared for hazards before each use. Remove any foreign objects such as sticks, rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, tools, toys, etc. which can be thrown by the blower.

• WARNING: If you are suspicious or uncertain if the material that you are considering blowing would cause hazardous dusts, first, identify and investigate the nature of the materials. If the materials have the potential to be hazardous, do not use the blower, instead, utilize other safe clean up procedures and disposal procedures. If you are suspicious that you have been blowing or come into contact with asbestos, or crystalline silica materials or hazardous chemical or biological materials, contact your doctor, your employer if your use of the blower is job related, and the local EPA or OSHA representative immediately. Clean up and dispose of hazardous chemicals and substances prior to using the blower, using appropriate clean up procedures, personal protective equipment and disposal methods.

• WARNING: Dust created by use of this product may contain chemicals known to the State of California and medical experts to cause cancer, respiratory injuries, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:

  • Compounds in fertilizers
  • Compounds in insecticides, herbicides and pesticides
  • Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber.
  • Commercial and household chemicals.

• To reduce your exposure to these chemicals, wear approved safety equipment such as dust and / or vapor masks that are specifically designed to filter out microscopic particles or gaseous components. Additionally, dust created by this product may contain allergens, bacteria and viruses, PM 10 and / or PM 2.5 particulates, exposure to such hazardous airborne matter can be reduced by wearing approved safety equipment such as dust masks that are specifically designed to filter out the microscopic particles.

• WARNING: Breathing asbestos or dust with silica in its composition may contain hazardous crystalline silica. Silica is a fundamental component of sand, quartz, brick, clays, granite and many other materials and rocks, including masonry, concrete and cement products. Such crystalline silica dust is dangerous and must be avoided, as it can cause severe or fatal respiratory illness or cancer.

• WARNING: Avoid blowing near open windows or doors, or anywhere near bystanders or animals as doing such may cause exposure to the potentially hazardous dust, particularly down-wind of your blowing operation due to the respiratory hazard reasons stated above.

• Do not work against the wind as the dust will blow back towards the operator increasing the exposure to the dust.

• Keep the blower below waist level and point the blower nozzle below waist level.

• WARNING: Check the blower fan screen before each use to make sure the air intake screen and the fan are in good condition. If any damage is identified, replace the part immediately before using the blower. A damaged fan may shatter and a damaged air intake screen will allow your fingers to be injured by the fan.

• WARNING: Never operate the blower without the nozzle and the intake fan screen in place. Serious injury or damage to the blower may result.

• WARNING: Never insert a foreign object (e.g. screwdriver, stick, etc.) into the nozzle, air exhaust tube or the intake fan screen. Any foreign article that becomes lodged in the air system may be ejected at great speed causing serious injury when the blower is turned ON. It may also severely damage the blower fan.

• WARNING: Always remove the Power Cell when making adjustments, changing the nozzle, removing debris from the blower screen, leaving the tool idle or unattended, cleaning, servicing, storing or transporting the tool. Such preventive measures reduce the risk of starting the tool accidentally and causing serious injury.

• WARNING: Never modify the blower in any way. It is designed to be used only with the nozzle and power cell that are supplied with the tool. The use of any other accessory or modifying the tool may create a safety hazard. This action will also void the warranty.

• Never use the blower without the nozzle properly installed. This will allow you to direct the air flow where you want it and make the tool more efficient.

• Always keep the handles clean. Handles that are covered with grease, chemicals or debris will make holding onto the blower difficult. Use a clean cloth dampened with soapy water to clean these surfaces.

• Never use a pressure washer, garden hose or any other liquid or chemical solvents to clean the blower.

• WARNING: When blowing very dusty materials in extremely dry conditions for long periods of time, static electricity may build up and discharge without warning. To avoid this situation in dry dusty conditions, only operate the blower for short periods of time and turning the blower OFF at regular intervals.

• Maintain firm footing and balance at all times. Do not overreach or use the blower from unstable surfaces such as ladders, trees, steep slopes, slippery surfaces, rooftops, etc.

• Always grasp the blower using the handles on the machine.

• Use only in daylight or in good quality artificial light.

• Never use the blower for anything other than its intended purpose. Use for anything other than blowing leaves, grass, weeds or lawn debris can be dangerous. It may also damage the blower.

• Never walk backwards while the blower is turned ON as you might trip and may not hear approaching persons or vehicles.

SYMBOLS

WARNING: Some of the following symbols may appear on the Power Lok™ Leaf Blower Attachment, Power Lok™ Drive Unit, Power Cell or Power Cell chargers, or this manual. Study these symbols and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow for more efficient and safer operation of this tool.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

ACCESSORIES

AVAILABLE ACCESSORIES

• WARNING: Use only accessories that are recommended for this Power Lok™ leaf blower attachment. Follow the instructions that accompany the accessories. The use of improper accessories may result in injury to the operator or damage to the Power Lok™ leaf blower attachment.
• Before using any accessory, carefully read the instructions or the owner’s manual for the accessory.
• See chart below
• WARNING: If any part is missing or damaged, do not install an attachment or accessory, plug the charger into the power source or install the Power Cell in the drive unit until the missing or damaged part is replaced.

ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING

INSTALLING THE DRIVE UNIT ON THE LEAF BLOWER ATTACHMENT

• NOTE: The Power LokTM Drive Unit must be installed on the Leaf Blower Attachment. If the unit you purchased does NOT include the drive unit, one must be purchased separately. Refer to the Accessories section.
• WARNING: Remove the Power Cell from the drive unit before installing the drive unit on the blower attachment.

1. Pull the locking lever (1) outward from the locking collar (2). Align the groove (3) in the locking collar with the matching key (4) on the end of the blower attachment shaft (5) (Fig. 1).

2. Insert the blower attachment shaft into the locking collar until the installation mark (6) meets the locking collar.
   NOTE: Make sure the blower attachment shaft is fully inserted into the locking collar. If it is not fully inserted, the electrical connection will not be made and the blower attachment will not function properly.

3. When the blower attachment shaft is fully inserted into the locking collar, push the locking lever back toward the locking collar to lock the assembly together (Fig 2).
   NOTE: Make sure the locking lever is fully pressed toward the locking collar. This is important to ensure the assembly is properly locked together.

INSTALLING THE NOZZLE
The nozzle must be attached to the blower air tube to maximize the air flow and to allow you to direct the air flow.

1. Slide the slots (1) in the nozzle (2) over the matching keys (3) on the air tube (4) (Fig. 3).
2. Push the nozzle fully onto the air tube until the locking keys on the air tube align with the locking slots (5) in the nozzle.
3. Rotate the nozzle counter clockwise to lock the nozzle onto the air tube.

NOTE: When the nozzle is fully locked onto the air tube, the rectangular opening in the nozzle will be parallel to the ground.

STARTING INSTRUCTIONS
To prevent the motor from starting accidentally, the lock-off button and throttle control must both be engaged to start the unit.

1. Install the power cell. Refer to Installing the Power Cell in the Drive Unit manual.
2. Push the lock-off button (2) into the throttle control (1) and hold it in place (Fig. 4).
3. While continuing to hold the lock-off button, squeeze and hold the throttle control to start the unit (Fig. 4).
4. Continue to squeeze the throttle control for operation.

STOPPING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Release the throttle control (1) and wait for all moving parts to come to a complete stop (Fig. 4).

USING THE POWER CONTROL BUTTON

• The power control button (1) allows the operator to switch between Boost (2) and Eco (3) modes, as needed (Fig. 5):
  • Boost mode provides maximum power for tough jobs.
  • Eco mode conserves energy for maximum run time. Eco mode is appropriate for most jobs.
• Push the power control button forward for Boost mode (Fig. 5). Push the power control button back to return to Eco mode (Fig. 5).
• NOTE: When blowing lighter materials such as small leaves, set the power control button to Eco. The lower speed will allow the Power Cell to provide longer running time. When blowing heavier materials such as large leaves or wet grass, set the power control button to Boost. The higher speed will produce increased air flow for moving the heavier materials.
• It will also shorten the running time of the Power Cell before it requires recharging.
• WARNING: Increased air flow when running the blower at high speed will cause debris to be violently thrown.

WARNING
For safety reasons, the operator must read the sections of this Owner’s Manual entitled “GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS”, “GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS”, “SPECIFIC SAFETY RULES”, and “SYMBOLS” before using this leaf blower.

Verify the following every time the Power Lok™ leaf blower accessory is used:

1. Safety glasses or goggles, hearing protection device, hearing protection and all required safety clothing are being worn.
2. The area of operation is cleared of all dangerous debris such as broken glass and free of materials that could derive hazardous dust.
3. Bystanders are at least 50′ (15 m) away from the operation area.
   Failure to observe these safety rules will significantly increase the risk of injury.

OPERATING POSITION

• This blower is designed to be used with both hands. Control over the blower will be easier when holding it with one hand on the forward handle and the other hand on the rear handle to operate the switches (Fig. 6). The blower is well balanced and can be used by holding it with only one hand on the rear handle with the same hand controlling the switches (Fig. 7).
• WARNING: Always wear appropriate personal protective equipment.
• Operate the blower below your waist height at all times. The most effective position for blowing is to hold the blower at an angle of less than 45° to the ground and with the nozzle close to the ground. Using a side to side sweeping motion will make clearing large areas easier.

MAINTENANCE

CLEANING THE AIR INTAKE
It is important to provide unrestricted air flow into the blower fan. Check the air intake screen often to make sure it is clean and not restricting the incoming air.
WARNING: Remove the Power Cell from the blower before cleaning debris from the bower intake screen.

1. Turn to blower up-side down (Fig. 8).
2. Carefully brush any debris off the air intake screen (1). NOTES:
3. Use a soft dry brush or a dry rag to remove the debris.
4. NEVER use water or any other liquid as you will damage the motor and/or the screen.
5. NEVER insert a screwdriver or other small tool into the blower screen. You may break the screen or the blower fan.
6. When all the debris is removed from the screen, turn the blower right side up and shake out any loose debris that may have fallen through the screen into the blower fan.

GENERAL

• WARNING: When servicing, use only original equipment replacement parts. The use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage.
• WARNING: DO NOT use solvents for cleaning the leaf blower, the chargers or the Power Cells. Solvents could catch fire or even explode due to exposure to electric sparks and / or degrade and make unsafe the electrical components. Additionally, plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use.
• Use a clean cloth to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease etc.
• WARNING: Do not allow brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, penetrating oils, etc. to come into contact with plastic parts. They contain chemicals that can damage, weaken or destroy plastic.
• DO NOT abuse power tools. Abusive practices can damage the tool.
• WARNING: DO NOT attempt to modify tools or create accessories. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious injury. It will also void the warranty.

LUBRICATION
All of the bearings in this tool are lubricated with a sufficient amount of high-grade lubricant for the life of the unit under normal conditions. Therefore, no further lubrication is required.

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