SENIX BLAE12-M Electric Corded Leaf Blower Owner’s Manual

SENIX BLAE12-M Electric Corded Leaf Blower

SAFETY & INTERNATIONAL SYMBOLS

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.

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| Wet Conditions Alert| Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
| Read The Operator’s Manual| To reduce the risk of injury, user must read and understand operator’s manual before using this product.
| Eye Protection| Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
| Safety Alert| Precautions that involve your safety.
| Long Hair| Failure to keep long hair away from the air inlet could result in personal injury.
| Loose Clothing| Failure to keep loose clothing from being drawn into air intake could result in personal injury.
| Keep Bystanders Away| Keep all bystanders at least 50 ft. away.
| Blower Tubes| Do not operate without tubes in place.
| Impeller Blades| Rotating impeller blades can cause severe injury.
| The power| Always keep the power cable away from heat sources, oils or sharp edges. Immediately remove plug from the mains if the cable is damaged or entangled.
| The power| WARNING! Turn the machine OFF and disconnect it from the power supply before inspecting, cleaning, changing accessories or conducting any other maintenance task.

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

will result in death or serious injury.
| WARNING| Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
| CAUTION| Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury.
| CAUTION| (Without Safety Alert Symbol) Indicates a situation that may result in property damage.

WARNING!

To avoid serious personal injury, do not attempt to use this product until you have read this Owner’s Manual thoroughly and understand it completely. If you do not understand the warnings and instructions in this Owner’s Manual, do not use this product. Call 800-261-3981 for assistance.

The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before operating a power tool, always wear safety goggles, safety glasses with side shields, or a full face shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always use eye protection that is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING!

Read and understand all instructions before using this product. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/ or serious personal injury.

BEFORE USING

Do not leave appliance(blower) when plugged in. Unplug from outlet when not in use and before servicing.

• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not use on wet surfaces.
• Do not allow to be used as a toy. Close attention is necessary when used by or near children.
• Use only as described in this manual. Use only manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers and all body parts away from openings and moving parts.
• Do not use with a damaged plug. If the tool is not working as it should, or if it has been dropped, damaged, left outdoors, or dropped into water, return it to an authorized service center.
• Don’t expose to rain when operating the machine.
• Store indoors. Do not expose to rain or water.

WHEN USING (THIS APPLIANCE)

• Do not unplug by pulling on cord. To unplug, grasp the plug, not the cord. Turn off all controls before unplugging.
• Do not operate power tools in an explosive atmosphere, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.
• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• Do not charge the unit outdoors.
• Wear heavy long pants, boots, and gloves. Avoid loose garments or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts of the machine or its motor.
• Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will work more efficiently and safely when it is used at the rate that it was designed to work at.
• Do not operate the equipment while barefoot or when wearing sandals or similar lightweight footwear.
• Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
• Secure long hair so it is above shoulder level to prevent entanglement in any moving parts.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in loss of balance.
• Do not allow children or untrained individuals to use this unit.
• Do not use the tool if the switch does not turn it on or off. Any tool that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous, and must be repaired.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. (15 m) away.
• For household use only.
• Do not operate this unit when you are tired, ill, or under the influence of alcohol, drugs, or medication.
• Do not operate in poor lighting.
• Keep all parts of your body away from any moving parts and all hot surfaces of the unit.
• Do not put any object into openings. Do not use with any opening blocked. Keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce air flow.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects that can be thrown or become entangled in the machine, such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string.
• Use only identical manufacturer’s replacement parts and accessories. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or
  cause product damage.

CHILD SAFETY

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not aware of the presence of children.

• Keep children out of the working area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.

• Do not allow children under the age of 14 to operate this blower. Children who are 14 years of age and older must read
  and understand the operating instructions and safety rules in this manual and must be trained and supervised by a parent.

• Stay alert and turn the blower off if a child or any other person enters the working area.

• Use extreme care when approaching blind corners, doorways, shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure your
  view of a child who may run into the path of the blower.

WARNING!(PROPOSITION 65)

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, and
• 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.

ELECTRICAL SAFETY

• Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the blower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety.
• To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use, such as SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A,SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or SJTOW-A. Before use, check that the extension cord is in good condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to use one heavy enough to carry the current your product will draw. For lengths less than 50 ft (15 m), a No.14 AWG (or greater) extension cord should be used. An undersized cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.

WARNING!

Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH. Heed these warnings:

• Do not allow any part of the electric blower to make contact with water while it is in operation. If the appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry before starting.
• Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft. (30 m).
• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots offers some protection.

EXTENSION CORD CHART

• To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other). Use this appliance only with a polarized UL-, CSA- or ETL rated extension cord for outdoor, all-weather use. The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way.

If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will requirethe use of a polarized wall outlet. The extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension cord receptacle or extension cord plug in any way.

Warning:  To reduce the risk of personal injury due to a loose electrical connection between the appliance’s plug and extension cord, firmly and fully attach the appliance plug to the extension cord. Periodically check the connection while operating to ensure it is fully attached. Do not use an extension cord that provides a loose connection. A loose connection
may result in overheating, fire, and increases the risk of a burning. Maintain Appliance With Care – Inspect extension cords periodically and replace if damaged.

• To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two cords as shown in Table 1.
• Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the blower by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

PREPARATION

Before beginning assembly of product, make sure all parts are present. Compare parts with package contents list and hardware contents list. If any part is missing or damaged, do not attempt to assemble the product. Estimated Assembly Time: 5 minutes This appliance is provided with double insulation. Use only identical replacement parts. See instructions
for Servicing of Double-Insulated Appliances. In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation are provided
instead of grounding. No grounding means is provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and knowledge of the system, and should be done only by qualified service personnel. Replacement parts for a doubleinsulated appliance must be identical to
the parts they replace.

KNOW YOUR UNIT

APPLICATIONS
Model: BLAE12-M
As a leaf blower:blowing leaves,grasses, twigs and pine needles

SPECIFICATIONS

The recommended ambient temperature range:

Blower Storage

Temperature Range

| 32° F (0°C)

~ -158°F (70°C)

Blower Operation

Temperature Range

| 32° F (0°C)

~ 104°F (40°C)

ASSEMBLY

1. Unpack all parts and lay them on a flat, stable surface:

2.  Remove all packing materials and shipping devices, if applicable.

3.  The scope of delivery varies depending on the country and purchased variant:
   Model of BLAE12-M

4. Blower x1

5. Blower tube x1

6. Instruction manual x1

7. If you find that parts are missing or show damage do not use the product but contact your dealer. Using an incomplete or damaged product represents a hazard to people and property.

8. Ensure that you have all the accessories and tools needed for assembly and operation. This also includes suitable personal protective equipment.

WARNING:

Wear protective gloves for this assembly work and always lay the product on a flat and stable surface while assembling.
Follow the assembly instructions step-by-step and use the pictures provided as a visual guide to easily assemble the product! Do not connect to the power supply before the power tool is completely assembled or adjusted!

ASSEMBLING THE BLOWER TUBE

WARNING:
To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always disconnect the power supply from the tool when assembling parts.

Align the blower tube with the tube housing assembly. Insert the blower tube to the tube housing. Make sure the well match between blower tube release button and the tube latch (Fig. 2).

OPERATION

NOTE: This appliance is intended for outdoor, residential use only. Do not use it indoors or for commercial or industrial
purposes. This appliance is for household use only.

WARNING :

This appliance can throw debris, possibly causing serious personal injury to you or bystanders.

• 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, hearing protection, long pants,and shoes.

CONNECTING TO A POWER SOURCE

Use only an extension cord recommended for outdoor use. Insert the power plug of the blower into the extension cord.
Secure the extension cord to the appliance using the molded in cord-lock feature (Fig. 3).Plug the extension cord into the power supply.

USING THE BLOWER

Make sure the cruise control trigger at position 1 then connect the blower to the power supply (Fig. 5). Twist the cruise control trigger clockwise can switch on the blower (Fig. 4). Once the blower is on, continue to twist cruise control
trigger clockwise to increase the speed (Fig. 4). When the trigger at position 2, the blower comes to the maximun speed (Fig. 5). Twist the cruise control trigger counterclockwise to speed down till coming to a complete stop (Fig. 6).
OPERATING THE BLOWER

•  To keep from scattering debris, blow around the outer edges of a debris pile. Never blow directly into the center
  of a pile.

• To reduce sound levels, limit the number of pieces of equipment used at any one time.

• Use rakes and brooms to loosen debris before blowing. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces when water
  is available.

• Conserve water by using power blowers instead of hoses for many lawn and garden applications, including areas
  such as gutters, screens, patios, grills, porches, and gardens.

• Watch out for children, pets, open windows, or freshly washed cars, and blow debris safely away.

• After using blowers or other equipment, clean up. Dispose of debris properly.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING:

In order to avoid personal injury and the risk of fire and electric shock, disconnect the power supply before adjusting, inspecting, or cleaning the blower.

CLEANING

• Disconnect the power supply.

• Brush or blow dust and debris out of the air vents using compressed air or a vacuum. Keep the air vents free of
  obstructions, sawdust, and wood chips. Do not sprays, wash, or immerse the air vents in water.

• Wipe off the housing and the plastic components using a moist, soft cloth. Do not use strong solvents or detergents
  on the plastic housing or plastic components. Certain household cleaners may cause damage, and may cause a shock hazard.

STORAGE

Store the appliance and extension cord indoors, in a cool dry location, out of reach of children and animals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you still have questions or an unresolved issue after going through this troubleshooting guide, or just want to speak to
a Kobalt product expert, please call our Kobalt customer service department at 800-261-3981.

PROBLEM

| POSSIBLE CAUSE| SOLUTION
---|---|---
The blower will not blow.| Blocked tube| Clear the blockage.
The blower doesn’t start.| Unplugged power supply| Plug in power supply.
The switch is defective.| Have the switch replaced by

an authorized service center.

WARRANTY

LIMITED TWO-YEAR WARRANTY
2-year limited warranty on all Senix E series outdoor electric powered equipment.

FOR TWO YEARS from the original date of retail purchase this Senix product is warranted against defects in materials or workmanship on power tools. Defective product will receive free repair.* This warranty does not cover normal wear of parts and components such as cutting chain, line or blades nor does this warranty cover product transportation cost for warranty
or service. Warranty is subject to the following conditions:

• Warranty applies to the original purchaser at retail and is not transferrable*
•  The tool has not been misused, abused, neglected, altered, modified or repaired by anyone other than an authorized service center
• Only genuine Senix accessories have been used with or on this product
• The tool has been subjected to normal wear and tear
• The tool has not been used for trade or professional purposes
• The tool has not been used for rental purposes
• This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse (including overloading the product, exposure to water or rain) accidents, neglect or lack of proper installation and improper maintenance or storage.

To locate your nearest Senix service provider call toll free at 800-261-3981 or email us at service@senixtools.com.

Additional Limitations

Any implied warranty granted under state law, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular
purpose, are limited to three years from the date of purchase on power tools and chargers and seven years on
batteries. The manufacturer is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Some states
and provinces do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or
limitation of incidental damages, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights  which vary from state to state or province to province.
The YAT USA declines any responsibility in regard to civil liability arising from abusive use or not in conformity with
proper use and maintenance of the machine as described in the operator’s manual. YAT USA is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. After the purchase, the manufacturer recommends proper maintenance of the machine and to read the operator’s manual before using the machine.

• Original purchase receipt may be required for proof of purchase For customer service contact us toll free at 1-800-261-3981 or Senixtools.com.YAT USA, Inc. 6441 Hendry Road, Suite A, Charlotte, NC 28269

References

• SENIX Tools has you covered in the yard and in the shop
• SENIX Tools has you covered in the yard and in the shop

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