KOBALT KLB 1040B-03 Brushless Handheld Cordless Electric Blower Instruction Manual

ITEM #3809897/4132847/3809907
BRUSHLESS BLOWER
MODEL #KLB 1040B-03

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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

PACKAGE CONTENTS

**WARNING**

• Remove the tool from the package and examine it carefully. Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase. Do not discard the carton or any packaging material until all parts have been examined.
• If any part of the tool is missing or damaged, do not attach the battery pack or use the tool until the part has been repaired or replaced. Failure to heed this warning could result in serious injury.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Please read and understand this entire manual before attempting to assemble or operate this product. If you have any questions regarding the product, please call customer service at 1-888-3KOBALT, 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST, Monday – Sunday. You could also contact us at partsplus@lowes.com or visit www.lowespartsplus.com.

**WARNING**

• The operation of any power tool can result in foreign objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Before beginning power tool operation, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full-face shield, when needed. We recommend using a wide vision safety mask over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with shields. Always use eye protection marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.

• Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contain 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, cement, and other masonry products
  – Arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber

• Your risk from these exposures varies, depending upon how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals:
  – Work in a well-ventilated area.
  – Work with approved safety equipment, such as dust masks that are specially designed to filter out microscopic particles.
  – Avoid prolonged contact with dust from power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities. Wear protective clothing and wash exposed areas with soap and water. Allowing dust to get into your mouth or eyes or to lie on the skin may promote the absorption of harmful chemicals.

**DANGER**

• People with electronic devices, such as pacemakers, should consult their physician(s) before using this product. The operation of electrical equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker.

Know the Tool
To operate this tool, carefully read this manual and all labels affixed to the tool before using it. Keep this manual available for future reference.
Important
This tool should be serviced only by a qualified service technician.

SAFETY INFORMATION

Read All Instructions Thoroughly
Some of the following symbols may be used on this tool. Please study them and their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate the tool better and more safely.

‘Attention! Your safety is involved.’
| Always wear safety goggles or safety
glasses with side shields and a full face shield when operating this| | To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read the instruction manual.

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

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!

**WARNING**

• To reduce risk of fire, electric shock, or injury:
• Know your power blower. Read the instruction manual carefully. Learn the blower’s applications and limitations, as well as the specific potential hazards related to this blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or serious injury.
• Do not use in rain. Household use only.
• Do not allow the blower 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 the manufacturer’s recommended attachments.
• Do not handle the charger, including charger plug, or charger terminals with wet hands.
• Do not put any object into any openings. Do not use with any opening blocked; keep openings free of dust, lint, hair, and anything that may reduce airflow.
• Keep hair, loose clothing, fingers, and all parts of the body away from openings and moving parts. Loose clothes, jewelry, or long hair can be drawn into air vents.
• Use extra care when cleaning on stairs.
• Do not charge the battery pack outdoors.
• Use only the charger supplied by the manufacturer to recharge.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in a fire.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the “off” position before connecting to the battery pack, picking up, or carrying the appliance. Carrying the appliance with your finger on the switch or energizing the appliance that has the switch on invites accidents.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing the appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the appliance accidentally.
• Use the battery-operated blower only with a specifically designated battery pack. The use of any other batteries may create a risk of fire.
• Use only with battery packs and chargers listed below.

• 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 266°F (130°C) may cause an 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.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement parts. This will ensure that the safety of the product is maintained.
• Do not modify or attempt to repair the appliance or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
• Do not operate blowers in explosive atmospheres, such as in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Blowers create sparks that may ignite dust or fumes.
• Stay alert, watch what you are doing, and use common sense when operating a power blower. Do not use the blower while tired, upset, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention while operating blowers may result in serious personal injury.
• Do not use a ladder, rooftop, tree, or other unstable support. Stable footing on a solid surface enables better control of the blower in unexpected situations.
• Keep firm footing and balance. Do not overreach. Overreaching can result in a loss of balance.
• Always take care of your feet, children, or pets around you when removing the battery pack from the blower. NEVER remove the battery pack when in a high position. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls.
• Do not use the blower if the switch does not turn it on or off. A blower that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
• Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts, and any other condition that may affect the blower’s operation. If damaged, have the blower serviced before using. Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained blowers.
• Keep the blower and its handle dry, clean, and free from oil and grease. Always use a clean cloth when cleaning. Never use brake fluids, gasoline, petroleum-based products, or any strong solvents to clean your blower. Following this rule will reduce the risk of loss of control and deterioration of the enclosure plastic.
• Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1 along with hearing protection when operating this equipment. Everyday glasses have only impact-resistant lenses. They are NOT safety glasses. Following this rule will reduce the risk of eye injury.
• Protect your lungs. Wear a face or dust mask if the operation is dusty. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• Protect your hearing. Wear hearing protection during extended periods of operation. Following this rule will reduce the risk of serious personal injury.
• 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.
• 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.
• Check the work area before each use. Remove all objects such as rocks, broken glass, nails, wire, or string which can be thrown by or become entangled in the machine.
• Do not point the blower tube in the direction of people or pets.
• Never run the unit without the proper equipment attached. Always ensure that the blower tube is installed.
• When not in use, the blower should be stored indoors in a dry, secure place out of the reach of children.
• Keep all bystanders, children, and pets at least 50 ft. (15m) away.
• Never use the blower near fires or hot ashes. Use near fires or ashes can spread fires and result in serious injury and/or property damage.
• Never use a 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 the blower on any surface, except a hard, clean surface when the engine is running. Gravel, sand, and other debris can be picked up by the air inlet and thrown at the operator or bystanders, causing possible serious injuries.
• Save these instructions. Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you loan this tool to someone else, also loan these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possible injury.

PREPARATION

Know Your Blower
This blower can be used for the purposes listed: Clearing hard surfaces, such as driveways and walkways. Keeping decks and driveways free from leaves and pine needles. Before attempting to use the blower, familiarize yourself with all of its operating features and safety requirements.

**WARNING**

• Do not allow familiarity with the tool to cause carelessness. Remember that one careless moment is enough to cause severe injury. Before attempting to use any tool, be sure to become familiar with all of the operating features and safety instructions.
• Do not attempt to modify this tool or create accessories not recommended for use with this tool. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

1. Assembling the Blower Tube
   This product requires assembly before use.
   **WARNING**
   • To prevent accidental starting that could cause serious personal injury, always remove the battery pack from the tool when assembling parts.
   a. Align the groove in the blower tube (E) with the knob on the blower housing. Push the tube onto the blower housing until it snaps into place (Fig. 1a). Pull on the tube to ensure that it is securely attached to the blower.
   b. To remove the tube, press and hold down the tube-release button (F) and then pull the tube straight from the blower (Fig. 1b).

2. To Install/Remove Battery Pack To Attach Battery Pack Make sure that the variable-speed trigger switch
   (A) is in OFF position and the trigger-lock lever (C) is in OFF position.
   a. Align the mounting grooves on the battery pack with the raised ribs in the blower’s battery port, as shown.
   b. Slide the battery pack into the blower until it snaps into position.
   NOTICE: Make sure that the latch on the blower snaps into place and the battery pack is secured to the blower before beginning operation. Improper assembly of the battery pack can cause damage to internal components. To Detach Battery Pack
   WARNING
   Always be aware of the location of your feet, children, or pets when pressing the battery release button. Serious injury could result if the battery pack falls. NEVER remove the battery pack at a high position. Make sure that the variable-speed trigger switch (A) is in the OFF position and the trigger-lock lever (C) is in the OFF position.
   a. Hold the battery pack in the palm of your hand.
   b. Press the battery-release button with your thumb. The battery pack will disengage from the latch.
   c. Grasp the battery pack and remove it from the blower.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

3. To Start/Stop the Blower
   The variable-speed trigger switch (A) turns the blower ON/OFF and controls the speed. The blower is also equipped with a trigger-lock lever (C) to turn the blower ON/OFF and lock the blower at a certain speed.
   a. To turn the blower ON, depress the variable speed trigger switch (A).
   b. To turn it OFF, release the variable-speed trigger switch.
   c. The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.
   To Turn the Blower ON
   a. To turn the blower ON, depress the variable speed trigger switch (A).
   b. The variable-speed trigger switch delivers higher speed with increased trigger pressure and lower speed with decreased trigger pressure.
   c. To keep the blower running at a certain speed, move the trigger-lock lever (C) toward the back of the tool.
   d. The trigger-lock lever can also be pulled back to start the blower without needing to first depress the variable-speed trigger switch. The blower runs at higher speeds as the lever is moved further back.
   To Turn the Blower OFF
   a. If the trigger-lock lever (C) is not engaged, release the variable-speed trigger switch (A).
   b. If the trigger-lock lever is engaged, move the trigger-lock lever forward to the unlocked position.
   Turbo mode
   Press the turbo button (B) while working to temporarily increase the airspeed to the maximum level. The blower will resume the previous speed when the boost button is released.

4. Hanging hole
   The blower is equipped with a hanging hole (D). The blower can be hung from a screw or nail for storage. Make sure that the screw is strong enough to support the weight of the blower and the battery.

5. Operating the Blower

**WARNING**

• Always wear eye protection with side shields marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1, along with hearing protection. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
• Do not use any attachments or accessories not recommended by the manufacturer of this product. The use of attachments or accessories not recommended can result in serious personal injury. Before each use, inspect the entire product for damaged, missing, or loose parts, such as screws, nuts, bolts, caps, etc. Tighten securely all fasteners and caps and do not operate this product until all missing or damaged parts are replaced.
• 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 it to clear it. In dusty conditions, slightly dampen surfaces if water is available.
• 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.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

All maintenance should only be carried out by a qualified service technician.
Before cleaning or performing any maintenance, remove the battery from the tool. For safe and proper operation, always keep the tool and its ventilation slots clean.

Cleaning
Always use only a soft, dry cloth to clean your blower; never use detergent or alcohol.
Storage
Clean all foreign material from the air inlets of the blower. Store indoors in a place that is inaccessible to children. Keep away from corrosive agents, such as garden chemicals and de-icing salts.

TROUBLESHOOTING

WARNING

• Turn the switch to the “OFF” position and remove the battery before performing troubleshooting procedures.

pack.
2. The battery pack or blower are too hot.| 2. Turn off the blower and allow the blower and battery pack to cool.
The air velocity decreases noticeably| The air inlet is blocked by debris.| Remove the battery pack; clear the debris.

WARRANTY

For 5 years from the date of purchase, this product is warranted for the original purchaser to be free from defects in material and workmanship. This guarantee does not cover damage due to abuse, normal wear, improper maintenance, neglect, unauthorized repair/alteration, or expendable parts and accessories expected to become unusable after a reasonable period of use. This warranty is limited to 90 days for commercial and rental use.
If you think your product meets the above guarantee criteria, please return it to the place of purchase with valid proof of purchase, and the defective product will be repaired or replaced at no charge. This guarantee gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights that vary from state to state.

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Questions, problems, missing parts? Before returning to your retailer, call our customer
service department at 1-888-3KOBALT (1-888-356-2258), 8 a.m. – 8 p.m., EST,
Monday – Sunday. You could also contact us at partsplus@lowes.com or visit
www.lowespartsplus.com.
Lowe’s Home Centers LLC. Mooresville, NC 28117
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