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8 Amp Electric Snow Shovel 26012 Owner’s Manual TOLL-FREE HELPLINE: 1-888-90WORKS (888.909.6757) Read all safety rules and instructions carefully before operating this tool.
SAFETY INFORMATION FOLLOW THESE RULES WHILE OPERATING THE SNOW SHOVEL I M P O R T A N T READ AND UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS. Failure to follow all instructions listed below may result in electric shock, fire, and/or serious personal injury. •...
SAFETY INFORMATION attempting to use it. • Keep the impeller clear of debris. • Do not attempt to clear the impeller while the motor is running or while the Snow Shovel is plugged in it. Turn the motor off and unplug the Snow Shovel from the extension cord or the outlet. •...
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. SYMBOL NAME DESIGNATION/EXPLANATION Volts Voltage Amperes Current Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
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SYMBOLS The following signal words and meanings are intended to explain the levels of risk associated with this product. SYMBOL SIGNAL MEANING DANGER Indicates an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. WARNING Indicates a potentially hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
ELECTRICAL DOUBLE INSULATED SNOW SHOVEL D A N G E R Basic safety precautions should always be followed when using electric tools in order to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. Read the entire Owner's Manual carefully and understand it thoroughly before using this Snow Shovel.
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ELECTRICAL • Keep the extension cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges in order to prevent damage. • If the extension cord is damaged in any manner while it is plugged in, disconnect it from the outlet immediately. • Prevent any possible disconnection of the power cord from the extension cord while the Snow Shovel is in use by using the cord retainer and guide bar.
KNOW YOUR SNOW SHOVEL Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your snow shovel. Compare the illustration in Figure 1 to your snow shovel in order to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. Lock-out button Trigger switch...
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS UNPACKING This product has been shipped completely assembled. • Carefully remove the product and any accessories from the box. Make sure that all items listed in the packing list are included. • Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. •...
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS W A R N I N G 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. W A R N I N G Always wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields when operating power tools.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS STARTING THE SNOW SHOVEL (See Figures 3-4) Avoid accidental start-ups. Verify that the operator is in the starting position when using the snow shovel. In order to avoid serious injury, the operator and unit must be in a stable position when starting the Snow Shovel.
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS USING THE SNOW SHOVEL • Start the Snow Shovel by following the Starting instructions. The depth and weight of the snow will determine the forward speed. • Push the Snow Shovel forward so that it rides on the scraper. •...
MAINTENANCE SERVICING Servicing should be performed by a qualified technician. Replacement parts for this Snow Shovel must be identical to the parts that they replace. If repairs are necessary, contact the Toll-Free Helpline, at 1-888-909-6757. INSPECTING/REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT (See Figures 5-6) When servicing the Snow Shovel, use only the manufacturer's original replacement parts.
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MAINTENANCE REPLACING THE SCRAPER (See Figure 7) W A R N I N G IN ORDER TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY, TURN THE SNOW SHOVEL OFF AND UNPLUG IT BEFORE PERFORMING ANY MAINTENANCE. Use only the manufacturer's original replacement parts. •...
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MAINTENANCE TRANSPORTING THE SNOW SHOVEL (See Figure 8) • Allow the motor to cool down before transporting. • Secure the Snow Shovel while transporting. • When moving the Snow Shovel, grasp it by the top and auxiliary handles (Fig. 8). •...
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MAINTENANCE IMPELLOR REPLACEMENT spring • Remove the nut from the • Remove the 10 screws • Be sure not to lose the 2 left hand side of the impellor from the side cover. springs. shaft. spacer washer • Remove the nut from the •...
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MAINTENANCE IMPELLOR REPLACEMENT screw and washer • Place the impellor and • Place the pulley back onto • Replace the 2 screws and 2 shaft back into the front the impellor shaft. washers onto the impellor. scoop. • Replace the pulley support •...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION The snow shovel The Snow Shovel is Verify that the Snow Shovel is plugged does not start. unplugged. into an electrical outlet. The lock-out button or trigger Press and hold the lock-out button, and switch were not used properly. then lift and hold the trigger switch (see the section entitled Starting the Snow Shovel).
(4) years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship. GREENWORKS™, at its own discretion will repair or replace any and all parts found to be defective, through normal use, free of charge to the customer. This warranty is valid only for...
PARTS LIST ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 36410098 Spring wire 32201198 Screw 34108098 Tube sleeve 3410198A-10 Right upper handle 3650135 B terminal 3410398-10 Switch trigger 3340111 Spring 3630129 Toggle switch 3410498-10 Lock-out switch 3340398 Spring 3640298 Inner connecter...
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