EGO SSA1200 POWER Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment User Manual

EGO SSA1200 POWER Multi-Head Snow Shovel Attachment

SAFETY SYMBOLS

The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures. Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

SYMBOL MEANING

SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. May be used in conjunction with other symbols or pictographs.SAFETY SYMBOLS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract your attention to possible dangers. The safety symbols and the explanations with them deserve your careful attention and understanding. The symbol warnings do not, by themselves, eliminate any danger. The instructions and warnings they give are no substitutes for proper accident prevention measures.
WARNING: Be sure to read and understand all safety instructions in this Operator’s Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,” “WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this tool. Failure to following all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

This page depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate it.

SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT SAFETY WARNINGS
DANGER! This snow shovel attachment is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury.

FOR ALL SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT

• Walk. Do not run.
• Do not use on the graveled surface unless the snow shovel attachment is adjusted for such a surface in accordance with the operator’s manual.
• Keep Children Away – All visitors should be kept a safe distance from work area.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts.
• Wear rubber boots when operating the snow shovel attachment.
• Keep hands away from moving parts.
• Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Don’t Force Snow Shovel Attachment – It will perform better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
• If the snow shovel attachment strikes a foreign object follow these steps:
  • Stop snow shovel attachment. Release the switch.
  •  Remove the battery pack.
  •  Inspect for damage.
  •  Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snow shovel attachment.
• Store Idle Snow Shovel Attachment Indoors – When not in use, snow shovel attachment should be stored indoors in dry, locked-up place – out of reach of children.
  ◾ Maintain Snow Shovel Attachment with Care – Following instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.

TRAINING

Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before operating this tool. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the equipment. Know how to stop the tool and disengage the controls quickly.

• Never allow children to operate the equipment. Never allow adults to operate the equipment without proper instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling, especially when operating the snow shovel attachment in reverse.

OPERATION

• 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 finger on the switch or energizing the appliance that has the switch on invites accidents.
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards or traffic.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove the battery pack, thoroughly inspect the snow shovel attachment for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the snow shovel attachment.
• If the tool should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the tool and check immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the tool whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the auger assembly housing, and when making any repairs, adjustments or inspections.
• When clearing, repairing or inspecting the snow shovel attachment, stop the tool and make certain the auger assembly has stopped. Remove the battery pack to prevent someone from accidentally starting the tool.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
• Never operate the snow shovel attachment without proper guards and other safety protective devices in place and working.
• Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur. Keep children and others away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Disengage power when snow shovel attachment is transported or not in use.
• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow shovel attachment.
• Never operate the snow shovel attachment without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing, and keep a firm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
• Do not expose a battery pack or tool to fire or excessive temperature. Exposure to fire or temperature above 212 °F (100°C) may cause explosion.
• Use only with the battery packs and chargers listed below:
  BATTERY PACK| CHARGER
  ---|---
  BA1400, BA1400-FC, BA2800, BA2800-FC,| CH2100, CH2100-FC,
  BA4200, BA4200-FC, BA1400T, BA1400T-FC,| CH3200, CH3200-FC
  BA2240T, BA2240T-FC, BA2242T, BA2242T-FC,| CH5500, CH5500-FC,
  BA2800T, BA2800T-FC, BA4200T, BA4200T-FC,| CH2800D, CH2800D-FC,
  BA5600T, BA5600T-FC, BA6720T, BA6720T-FC| CH7000, CH7000-FC

CLEARING A CLOGGING AUGER ASSEMBLY

Hand contact with the rotating auger assembly is the most common cause of injury associated with snow shovel attachment. Never use your hand to clean out the rotating auger assembly.
To clear the auger assembly:

• SHUT THE TOOL OFF!
• Remove the battery pack from the tool.
• Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger has stopping rotating.
• Always use the auger clean tool which is attached to the machine as an accessory, do not use your hand.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

◾ Check all bolts or fasteners at frequent intervals for proper tightness to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.
◾ Always refer to operator’s manual for important details if the snow shovel attachment is to be stored for an extended period.
◾ Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
◾ Run the machine a few minutes to prevent freeze-up of the auger assembly.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
Refer to them frequently and use them to instruct others who may use this tool. If you lend this tool to someone else, also lend these instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possibly injury.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of the EGO SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT. It has been designed, engineered and manufactured to give you the best possible dependability and performance.
Should you experience any problem you cannot easily remedy, please contact EGO customer service center 1-855-EGO-5656.
This manual contains important information on to the safe assembly, operation and maintenance of your product. Read it carefully before using the product. Keep this manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.

SERIAL NUMBER ____ DATE OF PURCHASE
YOU SHOULD RECORD BOTH SERIAL NUMBER AND DATE OF PURCHASE AND KEEP IN A SAFE PLACE FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

SPECIFICATIONS

1750±10% rpm

Clearing Width| 12 in (30cm)
Throw distance| Up to 25 ft. (7.5 m)
Intake Height| 6 in (15cm)
Recommended Operating Temperature| 14°F – 50°F (-10°C – 10°C)

Recommended Storage Temperature

| -4°F – 158°F (-20°C – 70°C)

• For the appliance WITHOUT battery pack

Weight| 11.4 lb. (5.2 kg)

PACKING LIST

DESCRIPTION

KNOW YOUR SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT (Fig. 1)
The safe use of this product requires an understanding of the information on the tool and in this operator’s manual, as well as knowledge of the project you are attempting. Before using this product, familiarize yourself with all operating features and safety rules.

Scraper Bar
Removes the bottom layer of snow from the surface you are clearing.

Louver Adjustment Knob
Rotation of the knob controls the direction of the louvers.

Louvers
The louvers direct the snow discharge in desired direction.

ASSEMBLY

If any parts are damaged or missing, do not operate this product until the parts are replaced. Use of this product with damaged or missing parts could result in serious personal injury. Do not attempt to modify this product or create accessories not recommended for use with this product. Any such alteration or modification is misuse and could result in a hazardous condition leading to possible serious personal injury.

UNPACKING

• Inspect the tool carefully to make sure that no breakage or damage occurred during shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material until you have carefully inspected and satisfactorily operated the tool.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please return the product to the place of purchase.

CONNECTING THE SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT TO THE POWER HEAD
WARNING: Never attach or adjust any attachment while the power head is running or with the battery installed. Failure to stop the motor and remove the battery may cause serious personal injury.
This snow shovel attachment is designed for use only with EGO Power Head PH1400/PH1400-FC.

The snow shovel attachment connects to the power head by means of a coupler device.

1. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2. Loosen the wing knob on the power-head coupler.
3. Remove the end cap on the snow shovel attachment and save it in a safe place for later use. Align the arrow on the snow shovel shaft with the arrow on the coupler (Fig. 2a) and push the snow shovel shaft into the coupler until you hear a clear “CLICK” sound. The coupler should be positioned all the way to the RED LINE labeled on the snow shovel shaft: the red line must be flush with the coupler edge (Fig. 2b).
4. Pull the shaft of the snow shovel attachment to verify that it is securely locked into the coupler. If not, rotate the snow shovel shaft from side to side in the coupler until a clear “CLICK” sound indicates that it is engaged.
5. Tighten the wing knob securely.
   WARNING: Be certain that the wing knob is fully tightened before operating the equipment; check it periodically for tightness during use to avoid serious personal injury.

REMOVING THE ATTACHMENT FROM THE POWER HEAD

1.  Stop the motor and remove the battery pack.
2.  Loosen the wing knob.
3.  Press the shaft-release button and, with the button depressed, pull or twist the attachment shaft out of the coupler.

OPERATION

WARNING: Do not allow familiarity with this product to make you careless. Remember that a careless fraction of a second is sufficient to inflict serious injury.
WARNING: Always wear eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1. Failure to do so could result in objects being thrown into your eyes and other possible serious injuries.
WARNING: To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the tool before servicing, cleaning, changing attachments or removing material from the tool.
WARNING: 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.

APPLICATIONS
This snow shovel attachment is most ideal for clearing snow from sidewalks, steps, decks, patios, and smaller driveways when snow depth is under 6 inches (15 cm).

USING THE SNOW SHOVEL ATTACHMENT WITH POWER HEAD

WARNING:

• Never use snow shovel attachment on frozen lakes, rivers or similar surfaces. Death or serious injury could occur if the ice breaks.
• Never use the snow shovel attachment on a rooftop or other unstable surface, which can result in death or serious injury.
• Do not use the snow shovel attachment on ice, which can cause the operator to slip and fall, resulting in possibly serious personal injury.
• Do not wear loose clothing, scarves, or jewelry. They can be caught in moving parts and cause death or serious personal injury.
• Never point the snow shovel attachment in the direction of people or pets. Thrown snow or other objects can cause serious personal injury.
• Make sure that the area to be cleared is free of stones, sticks, wires, gravel, and other objects that could be accidentally thrown by the snow shovel attachment in any direction and cause serious
• personal injury to the operator and others.

When using the snow shovel attachment, hold the tool with a firm grip with both hands while in operation (Fig. 3).

• Take notice of the direction of the wind before beginning. When possible, discharge snow in the same direction as the wind to prevent snow from being thrown back into your face.
• Some parts of the snow shovel attachment can freeze under extreme weather conditions. Do not attempt to operate the tool with frozen parts.
• If the tool contacts with any type of obstruction during operation, stop it and remove the battery pack. Check the tool carefully before using.
• If the snow is too thick and deeper than the clearing depth, it may take more than one pass to clear.
• When finished, allow the tool to run for several minutes to allow all snow to clear the auger before storing.

TO START/STOP THE TOOL
See “STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD” section in the operator’s manual for PH1400/PH1400-FC 56-volt power head.

LOUVER ADJUSTMENT KNOB (Fig.4)

The direction of the snow discharge can be changed by rotating the louver adjustment knob. The snow discharge can be directed to the left, straight ahead, or to the right.
The maximum turn of the knob is 60° (30° to the left or to the right).

Once the knob reaches the leftmost or rightmost position, it will get locked in that position. To unlock it, press the knob down and rotate it toward the center. After unlocking, the knob can be rotated again.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING: When servicing, use only EGO genuine replacement parts. Use of any other parts may create a hazard or cause product damage. To ensure safety and reliability, all repairs should be performed by a qualified service technician. To prevent serious personal injury, remove the battery pack from the power head before inspecting, cleaning, performing maintenance or changing add-on attachments.

GENERAL MAINTENANCE
Avoid using solvents when cleaning plastic parts. Most plastics are susceptible to damage from various types of commercial solvents and may be damaged by their use. Use clean cloths to remove dirt, dust, oil, grease, etc.
WARNING : When cleaning the snow shovel attachment, DO NOT immerse it in water or other liquids.

MOUNTING AND DETACHING THE SCRAPER BAR

1. Remove the battery pack from the power head.
2. Lay the snow shovel attachment on its side or any other convenient position for scraper bar service.
3. Remove the four screws that are located on the scraper bar, as well as the two screws at both ends. Use a T20 screwdriver (not included) to unscrew them (Fig. 5a & 5b).
4. Replace the worn scraper bar with a new one.
5. To reassemble, first insert the new scraper bar, with the six holes aligned, insert the six screws into the holes and secure them with a screwdriver (not included).

TRANSMISSION GEARS LUBRICATION
The transmission gears in the gear case need be lubricated periodically with gear grease. Check the gear case grease level about every 50 hours of operation by removing the sealing screw on the side of the case.

If no grease can be seen on the sides of the gear, follow the steps below to fill with the gear case with grease up to 3/4 capacity. Do not completely fill the transmission gear case.

1. Position the edger upright so that the sealing screw is facing upwards (Fig. 6).
2.  Use the multi-function wrench provided to loosen and remove the sealing screw.
3.  Use a grease syringe (not included) to inject some grease into the screw hole; do not exceed 3/4 capacity.
4. Tighten the sealing screw after injection.

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

• Remove the battery pack from the tool.
• Clean the tool thoroughly before storing it.
• Store the tool in a dry, well-ventilated area, locked-up or up high, out of the reach of children. Do not store the tool on or adjacent to fertilizers, gasoline, or other chemicals.

TROUBLESHOOTING

The snow shovel does not start.

| ◾   The battery is not

charged.

◾   The lock-off button or

trigger switch is not used properly.

◾   The battery is not

fully inserted into the housing.

| ◾   Charge the battery.

◾   Follow the section“ STARTING/STOPPING THE POWER HEAD ” in the manual for PH1400/PH1400-FC.

◾   Check if the battery is fully inserted into the

housing.

The machine is visibly damaged.| ◾   Accidental damage

during transportation or use.

| ◾   Do not continue to use, contact EGO

customer service.

The snow shovel leaves a thin

layer.

| ◾   The scraper bar is

worn.

| ◾   Replace the scraper bar.

Unexpected shutdown during work. No snow is thrown from the deck.

| ◾   Machine is overloaded.

The auger is completely jammed by the heavy snow.

◾   The battery pack

or the machine is overheated.

| ◾   Remove the snow from the auger and

reduce the machine load intensity.

◾   Allow the battery and/or tool to cool down before resuming work.

WARRANTY

EGO WARRANTY POLICY
5-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ outdoor power equipment and portable power for personal, household use.
3-year limited warranty on EGO POWER+ System battery packs and chargers for personal, household use. An additional 2-year extended warranty applies for the 10.0Ah/12.0Ah battery whether sold separately (Model# BA5600T/BA6720T) or included with any tool, if it is registered within 90 days of purchase. 5-year limited warranty on CHV1600 charger, designed for use with Zero Turn Riding Mower for personal, household use.
2 year/1year limited warranty on EGO outdoor power equipment, portable power, battery packs, and chargers for professional and commercial use.
The detailed warranty periods by products can be found online at
http://egopowerplus.com/warranty-policy.
Please contact EGO Customer Service Toll-Free at 1-855-EGO-5656 any time you have questions or warranty claims.

LIMITED SERVICE WARRANTY
EGO products are warranted against defects in material or workmanship from the date of original retail purchase for the applicable warranty period. Defective product will receive free repair.

• a) This warranty applies only to the original purchaser from an authorized EGO retailer and may not be transferred. Authorized EGO retailers are identified online at http://egopowerplus.com/warranty-policy.
• b) The warranty period for reconditioned or factory certified products used for residential purpose is 1 year, for industrial, professional or commercial purpose is 90 days.
• c) The warranty period for routine maintenance parts, such as, but not limited to, ride-on mower seat, wheels, tires, anti-scalp wheels, brake disc, friction block, blades, trimmer heads, chain bars,
• saw chains, belts, scraper bars, rubber paddles, augers, skid shoes, blower nozzles, and all other EGO accessories is 90 days for residential purpose, 30 days for industrial, professional or commercial purpose. These parts are covered for 90/30 days from manufacture defects in normal working conditions.
• d) This warranty is void if the product has been used for rental purpose.
• e) This warranty does not cover the damage resulting from modification, alteration or unauthorized repair.
• f) This warranty only covers defects arising under normal usage and does not cover any malfunction, failure or defect resulting from misuse, abuse (including overloading of the product beyond capacity and immersion in water or other liquid), accidents, neglect or lack of proper installation, and improper maintenance or storage.
• g) This warranty does not cover normal deterioration of the exterior finish, including but not limited to scratches, dents, paint chips, or to any corrosion or discoloring by heat, abrasive and chemical cleaners.

HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE
For warranty service, please contact EGO customer service toll-free at 1-855-EGO-5656. When requesting warranty service, you must present the original dated sales receipt. An authorized service center will be selected to repair the product according to the stated warranty terms. When bringing your product to the authorized service center, there may be a small deposit that will be required when dropping off your tool. This deposit is refundable when the repair service is deemed to be covered under warranty.

ADDITIONAL LIMITATIONS
To the extent permitted by applicable law, all implied warranties, including warranties of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, are disclaimed. Any implied warranties, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose, that cannot be disclaimed under state law are limited to the applicable warranty period defined at the beginning of this article. Chervon North America is not responsible for direct, indirect, incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations 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.
For customer service contact us toll-free at: 1-855-EGO-5656 or EGOPOWERPLUS.COM. EGO Customer Service, 769 SEWARD AVE NW / Suite 102 Grand Rapids, MI 49504

References

• Warranty Policy | EGO POWER+

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