RYOBI RY40807 Snow Blower Owner’s Manual

RYOBI RY40807 Snow Blower

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
Failure to follow all instructions listed below and on the machine may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

• Know your snow blower. Read operator’s manual care-fully. Learn its applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this snow blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.

• Do not permit children to use snow blower. It is not a toy.

• Use only accessories that are recommended by the manufacturer for your model described in this manual. Accessories that may be suitable for one snow blower may create a risk of injury when used on another snow blower. Use only as described in this manual.

• Do not handle charger, including charger plug, and char-ger terminals with wet hands.

• 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 flow.

• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of body away from openings and moving parts.

• Turn off all controls before removing battery.

• Do not operate snow blowers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Snow blowers create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

• Keep bystanders, children, pets, and visitors at least 100 ft. away while operating a snow blower. Distractions can cause you to lose control.

• A battery operated snow blower with integral batteries or a separate battery pack must be recharged only with the specified charger for the battery. A charger that may be suitable for one type of battery may create a risk of fire when used with another battery.

• Use battery operated snow blower only with specifically designated battery pack. Use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.

• Use this product only with batteries and chargers listed in tool/appliance/battery pack/charger correlation supple-ment 988000-842.

• Do not operate charger with a damaged cord or plug, which could cause shorting and electric shock. If dam-aged, have the charger replaced by an authorized service center.

• If appliance is not working as it should, has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to a service center.

• Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a power snow blower. Do not use snow blower while tired, upset, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating snow blowers may result in serious per-sonal injury.

• Avoid accidental starting. Carrying snow blowers with your finger on the start button or inserting the battery pack into a snow blower with the start button depressed invites accidents.

• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, non-skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protec-tion must be used for appropriate conditions.

• Dress properly — Do not wear loose clothing, scarves, or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.

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

• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects like: paper clips, coins, keys, nails, screws, or other small metal objects that can make a connection from one terminal to another. Shorting the battery termi-nals together may cause sparks, burns, or a fire.

• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may af-fect the snow blower’s operation. If damaged, have the snow blower serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained snow blowers.

• Keep the snow blower and its handle dry, clean and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when clean-ing. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your snow blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.

• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as nec-essary.

• 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. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.

• Battery snow 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 snow blower or when changing accessories. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious personal injury.

• Operation of the snow blower in the hand-held position is unsafe. Do not use this snow blower in any way other than as described in this manual.
  Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact accidentally occurs, flush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.

• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modified. Damaged or modified batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in fire, explosion or risk of injury.

• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 265°F may cause explosion.

• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire.

• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack (as applicable) except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.

• Do not store appliance in locations where the tempera-ture is less than –22°F or more than 120°F. Do not store outside or in vehicles.

• Do not use appliance in locations where the temperature is less than –22°F or more than 85°F.

• Do not place battery powered snow blowers or their batteries near fire or heat. This will reduce the risk of explosion and possibly injury.

• Don’t expose snow blowers to rain. Water entering a snow blower will increase the risk of electric shock.

• Wear heavy long pants, long sleeves, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.

• Wear rubber boots when operating the snow blower. Protective footwear will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. Do not go barefoot or wear sandals.

• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Over-reaching can result in loss of balance.

• Do not point the snow blower discharge chute in the di-rection of people or pets. Thrown snow or other objects can cause serious personal injuries.

• Never run the unit without the proper equipment at-tached. Always ensure the snow blower chute deflector is installed.

• Store Idle Snow Blower Indoors — When not in use, snow blower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked up place — out of the reach of children.

• Do not dispose of a severely damaged or worn out battery pack or this snow blower by incinerating. The battery can explode in fire.

• Snow 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 snow blower, use only identical replace-ment parts. Follow instructions in the Maintenance sec-tion of this manual. Use of unauthorized parts or failure to follow Maintenance Instructions may create a risk of shock or injury.

• Never use snow blower near fires, fireplaces, hot ashes, bar becue pits, etc. Use near fires or ashes can spread fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.

• Never use snow 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 snow blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when motor is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the auger and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.

• 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.

• Do not use snow blower on ice, which can cause the operator to slip and fall, resulting in possible serious personal injury.

• Never use snow blower on frozen lakes, rivers, or similar surfaces. Serious injury or death could occur if the ice breaks.

• Never use the snow blower on a rooftop or other unstable surface, which can result in death or serious personal injury.

• For household use only.

• Use the right appliance — Do not use the snow blower for any job except that for which it is intended.

• Do not force the snow blower — It will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.

• Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid discharging material against a wall or obstruction. Material may ricochet back toward the operator. Stop the snow blower when crossing gravel or rocky surfaces.

• If the snow blower strikes a foreign object, follow these steps:

• Stop the snow blower by releasing the paddles and wait until the unit comes to a complete stop.

• Remove the battery pack.

• Thoroughly inspect the snow blower for any damage.

• Repair any damage before restarting and continuing to operate the snow blower.

• Do not lift up or hold the snow blower above the ground when operating, which can result in loss of control and possible serious personal injury. Only operate the snow blower in accordance with the operating instructions provided in this operator’s manual.

• Keep guards in place and in working order.

• Maintain Snow Blower With Care — Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

• Stop the motor, wait until all moving parts come to a com-plete stop, and remove the battery pack before cleaning or performing any maintenance.

• Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemi-cals can enter the product’s electronic components and/or battery compartment and damage electronic com-ponents and/or the battery pack, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally.

• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing driveways, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.

• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the engine (motor) and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and use care when oper-ating in reverse.

• Never operate the snow thrower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.

• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan someone this tool, loan them these instructions also.

SYMBOLS

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

DANGER:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.

WARNING:
Indicates a hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.

CAUTION:
Indicates a hazardous situation, that, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE:
(Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates information considered important, but not related to a potential injury (e.g. messages relating to property damage).
Some of the following symbols may be used on this product. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper inter-pretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the product better and safer.

DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION

• Safety Alert
  Indicates a potential personal injury hazard.

• Read Operator’s Manual
  To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand opera-tor’s manual before using this product.

• Eye Protection
  Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Wet Conditions Alert
  Do not expose battery, battery compartment, or electronic com-ponents to rain, water, or liquids. Do not charge battery or expose product to rain or damp locations.\

• Ricochet
  Thrown objects can ricochet and result in personal injury or prop-erty damage.

• Keep Feet Out of Auger
  Keep feet away from rotating auger.

• Keep Hands Away
  Keep hands away from auger and discharge chute.

• Keep Children and Bystanders Away
  Keep all children and bystanders at least 100 ft. away.

• Keep Hands and Feet Away
  Keep hands and feet away from rotating auger.

• Electricity
  This product is considered to have hazardous voltage.

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

• No Slope
  Do not operate on inclines greater than 15º. Walk across the face of slopes, never up and down.

• Recycle Symbol
  This product uses lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries. Local, state, or federal laws may prohibit the disposal of batteries in ordinary trash. Consult your local waste authority for information regarding available recycling and/or disposal options.

• Direct Current
  Type or a characteristic of current

• Volts
  Voltage

• Amperes
  Current

• Hertz
  Frequency (cycles per second)

• Watt
  Power

• Hours
  Time

FEATURES

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

• Motor
  80 Volt DC

• Clearing Width
  24 in.

• Clearing Depth
  21 in.

• Wheel Size
  16 in.

• Throwing Distance
  Up to 50 ft.

*This product requires a pair of two 40V battery packs for operation.

KNOW YOUR SNOW BLOWER

See Figure 1.
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the product and in this operator’s manual as well as a knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before use of this product, familiarize yourself with all op-erating features and safety rules.

ADJUSTABLE AUGER SPEED
Decrease the auger speed to disperse small accumulations of snow or improve battery life. Increase the auger speed to increase throwing distance and disperse large amounts of snow.

BATTERY COVER
The battery cover protects the battery ports from moisture and debris.

BATTERY FUEL GAUGES
The fuel gauges display the amount of charge left in the batteries on the left (PAIR A) and the batteries on the right (PAIR B).

BRUSHLESS MOTORS
This product features two brushless motors that maximizes power and performance as well as battery run time.

CHUTE ROTATION LEVER
The chute rotation lever allows you to choose the direction that snow will discharge from the snow blower. The lever allows the chute to rotate up to 180º.

DEFLECTOR ANGLE LEVER
The deflector angle lever allows you to change the height and angle of the snow discharged from the chute.

DRIVE SPEED CONTROL LEVER
Allows user to set the direction and maximum speed settings for the self- propelled feature.

FOUR ACTIVE BATTERY PORTS
This product has four active battery ports, two ports on the left (PAIR A) and two ports on the right (PAIR B). To use the blower there must be at least two 40V batteries on either the left side (PAIR A) or the right side (PAIR B). For optimal performance, installing four 40V battery packs of 4Ah or greater is recommended.

HEATED HANDLE GRIPS
The heated handle grips can keep your hands warm during cold weather conditions.

LED HEADLIGHTS
The LED headlights located on the control panel and auger housing illuminate your path in low light conditions.

SELF-PROPEL PADDLE
Squeezing the self-propel paddle while the motor is running activates the self-propelled feature.

START BUTTON AND AUGER PADDLE
The start button and auger paddle are located on the control panel. Depress the start button then engage the auger paddle to start the motor and auger. Release the auger paddle to stop the motor.
NOTE : The motor and auger will also start if the paddle is engaged first and the start button is pressed after.

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 product 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 product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please call 1- 800-525-2579 for assistance.

PACKING LIST

• Snow Blower
• Upper Handle Assembly
• Chute Deflector
• Support Pole
• Handle Knobs w/Bolts (4)
• Bolts (M6) [4]
• Torx Wrench
• Torx Screws (T25) [2]
• Operator’s Manual

INSTALLING CHUTE DEFLECTOR AND SUPPORT POLE

See Figure 2.

• Place the chute deflector onto the support pole.
• Insert Torx screws (T25) through holes in support pole and chute deflector. Tighten securely using Torx wrench provided.
• Lower the chute deflector and support pole onto the blower housing.
• Align the holes in the support pole with the holes in the blower housing.
• Insert the four bolts (M6) into the holes and tighten securely. Do not overtighten.

INSTALLING THE UPPER HANDLE

ASSEMBLY
See Figure 3.

• Loosen and remove the bolts from the four handle knobs
• Carefully slide the upper handle into the rails on the snow blower.
• Align the holes in the upper handle with the holes in the rails.
• Insert bolts through the holes in the handle and rails.
• NOTE: The head of each bolt should be facing inside.
• NOTE: The handle has five hole settings for height adjustment. Make sure you use the same height setting for each side.
• Install handle knobs and tighten to secure.

INSTALLING/REMOVING BATTERY PACK
See Figures 4 – 6.

NOTE: Always remove any snow or ice accumulation from around the battery cover before opening.
To install battery packs:

• Raise the battery cover.
• Align raised ribs on battery pack with grooves in the bat-tery port and place the battery pack in the snow blower.

WARNING:
Make sure the latch on the bottom of the battery pack snaps in place and the battery pack is fully seated and secure in the battery port before beginning operation. Failure to securely seat the battery pack could cause the battery pack to fall out, resulting in serious personal injury.

SELF-PROPELLED OPERATION (AUGER STOPPED)

See Figures 7 – 8.
The self-propelled feature can be used without engaging the auger to power the blower from one location to another.

• Install battery packs as previously described.
• Squeeze the self-propel paddle.
• To disengage the self-propelled feature, release the self-propel paddle.
• Push the drive speed control lever forward to increase the movement speed.
• Pull the drive speed control lever rearward to decrease the speed.
• For reverse, pull the drive speed control lever fully rear-ward.

LED HEADLIGHTS
See Figures 7 and 9.
The LED headlights, located on the control panel and auger housing, illuminate when the light button is pressed. Press the light button again to turn off all of the lights.
When the tool is not in use, the time-out feature will cause the lights to shut off.

ADJUSTING THE CHUTE
See Figures 10 – 11.
The chute can be adjusted to change both the direction and the distance to assist you in moving snow away from one area and placing it in another.
The direction of snow removal can be adjusted up to 180º.

• Push the chute rotation lever forward to rotate the chute to the left.

• Pull the chute rotation lever back to rotate the chute to the right.
  The distance the snow is moved is adjusted using the de-flector angle lever.

• Push the deflector angle lever forward to tilt the chute deflector up and increase the distance the snow will be thrown.

• Pull the deflector angle lever rearward to tilt the chute deflector down and decrease the distance the snow will be thrown.

WARNING
Never point the snow blower or discharge chute in the direction of people or pets. Thrown snow or other objects can cause serious personal injuries.

WARNING
Make sure the area to be cleared is free of stones, sticks, wires, gravel, and other objects that could be accidentally thrown by the snow blower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator and others.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING :
Before performing any maintenance, make sure the snow blower battery is removed to avoid accidental starting and possible serious personal injury.

WARNING:
Never use water or any liquids to clean or rinse off your product and do not expose the product to rain. Store indoors in a dry area. Corrosive liquids, water, and chemicals can enter the product’s electronic components and/or battery compartment and damage electronic com-ponents and/or the battery pack, which can result in a short circuit, increased risk of fire, and serious personal injury. Remove any buildup of dirt and debris by wiping the product clean with a dry cloth occasionally.

• Remove the batteries and store in a secure location out of the reach of children.
• Before storage, wipe any moisture, dirt, or debris from the battery area.
• Wipe the snow blower with a clean dry cloth.
• Check all nuts, bolts, knobs, screws, fasteners, etc., for tightness.
• Inspect moving parts for damage, breakage, and wear. Have repairs made on any damaged or missing parts.
• Store snow blower indoors in a clean, dry place out of the reach of children.
• Do not store near corrosive materials such as fertilizer or rock salt.

REPLACING SHEAR PINS

See Figure 13.
Shear pins are located on the auger shaft and below the im-peller. The pins should be replaced when worn or damaged. Damaged shear pins may prevent the auger from turning while the motor is running. To replace the shear pins:

• Determine which of the six shear pins is damaged.

• Using a pair of pliers, remove the damaged shear pin.

• Locate the replacement shear pins and nuts on the gear box.
  NOTE: The snow blower ships with four replacement shear pins. To order additional pins contact customer service.

• Insert the new shear pin into the hole.
  NOTE: If necessary, use a rubber mallet to tap the shear pin into place.

• Install nut and tighten securely.

ADJUSTING/REPLACING THE SCRAPER

See Figure 14.
The scraper may need to be adjusted or replaced when a layer of snow remains on the ground after making a pass. To order, call customer service and ask for part number 656090001.
To adjust the position of the scraper:

• Loosen but do not remove the screws securing the skid shoes to the auger housing.

• Move the skid shoes up or down to your desired position. NOTE: The scraper is attached to the skid shoes and will move when the shoes are moved. Position the skid shoes equally to ensure the scraper is level with the ground.

• Tighten bolts securely.
  To replace the scraper:

• Remove the bolts, washers and nuts securing the old scraper to the auger housing and skid shoes.
  NOTE: There are five fasteners securing the scraper to the auger housing and a fastener securing it to each skid shoe.

• Discard the old scraper.

• Place the new scraper inside the auger housing.

• Reinstall the fasteners to secure the scraper in place. NOTE: Make sure all fasteners are tightened securely. Do not over tighten.

TROUBLESHOOTING

This product has a Five-year Limited Warranty for personal, family, or household use (90 days for business or commercial use).
For warranty details, visit www.ryobitools.com
or call (toll free) 1-800-525-2579.

References

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