R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC CORDLESS SNOW BLOWER 18-INCH | 40-VOLT | LED LIGHT Model iON18SB-RM Form No. SJ-iON18SB-RM-880E-V1 THANKS FOR YOUR PURCHASE OF A REMANUFACTURED PRODUCT. To make sure you get the most out of your product, be sure to register online at snowjoe.com to enjoy full product support.
R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC CORDLESS SNOW BLOWER 18-INCH | 40-VOLT | LED LIGHT Model iON18SB-RM m IMPORTANT! WARNING! Turn off the power switch and disconnect the battery before making any adjustments, inspecting, servicing, changing accessories, cleaning the snow blower, or when any other dangerous conditions present. Any such operation should be performed after revolving parts inside the snow blower stop completely.
Battery + Charger Safety Instructions • Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary – Using the wrong, damaged or improperly wired extension cord poses a risk of fire and electric shock. If an extension cord must be used, plug the charger into a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension cord with the female plug matching the male plug on the charger. Make sure that the extension cord is in good electrical condition.
Information about the battery 2. Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage. Keep the charger and its cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Have damaged cords repaired without delay by a qualified technician at an authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® dealer or call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). 1. The battery pack supplied with your cordless snow blower is only partially charged.
4. Use the battery charger and cordless tools only in dry conditions and at an ambient temperature of 50-104°F (10-40°C). cannot be controlled by the switch is not safe to use and must be repaired. • Hitting an object – If the snow blower accidentally strikes an object, first stop the snow blower and remove the battery; next, inspect for damage; finally, repair or replace any damaged part before restarting and operating the snow blower. 5.
Safety Symbols The following table 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. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING! Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions. Keep dry.
Know Your Cordless Snow Blower Read the owner’s manual and safety rules carefully before operating your cordless snow blower. Compare the illustration below to the actual unit in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1. LED light switch 9 2. Chute remote switch 3. Safety switch button 10 1 2 4. Handle locks 5. Battery compartment 11 3 6. Handle knobs and square J-bolts (2) 7. Wheels 12 8.
Unpacking 2. Secure the connection of the middle handle assembly to the upper handle by fastening the handle locks on each side (Fig. 2). Carton Contents: • Cordless snow blower with handle Fig. 2 • EcoSharp® 40 V 4.0 Ah battery • EcoSharp® 40 V battery charger • Safety key • Handle knobs/Deflector knobs (4) • Square J-bolts (2) • Carriage bolts (2) • Rubber washers (2) • Manual with registration card 1.
Discharge Chute Assembly • 2 level monitoring LEDs are lit: Battery charge level is decreasing. Stop work as soon as possible. 1. Lift the chute deflector until it locks securely into place on the discharge chute. • 1 level monitoring LED is lit: Battery is flat. Stop work IMMEDIATELY and charge the battery. Otherwise the battery’s service life will be greatly shortened. 2. Raise or lower the chute deflector to the desired height of the snow stream. 3.
Charging the Battery 4. When the bottom light turns green, the battery is fully charged (Fig. 9). 1. Pull the push lock button on the battery to pull the battery pack up and out of the equipment (Fig. 7). Fig. 9 Fig. 7 Push lock button 2. Check that the mains voltage is the same as that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Then, insert the charger's plug into the electrical wall outlet. When you plug in the charger, the top green light will illuminate and stay green (Fig. 8).
7. When charging is complete, remove the battery from the charger by pulling the push lock button and sliding the battery backward to unlock it from the charger (Fig. 10). Starting the Machine 1. Open the battery compartment cover and slide the battery down until it clicks to lock it into position (Fig. 11). Fig. 10 Fig. 11 Battery Push lock button 8. Timely recharging of the battery will help prolong the battery's life.
2. Keep children, pets, and bystanders away from the area of operation. Be aware that the normal noise of the machine when turned on may make it difficult for you to hear approaching people. Fig. 14 3. When moving the snow blower, use the wheels on one side as the pivot point. Slightly tilt the snow blower on this pivot point to move it forward or backward. 4. Start your clearing path outward, throwing snow in a back and forth motion.
11. The LED light can be adjusted by moving it up and down as depicted (Fig. 17). Fig. 19 Fig. 17 Deflector knobs m Changing Throw Direction + Throw Height mWARNING! Never direct the snow discharge chute at WARNING! Make sure that the chute deflector locks completely onto the discharge chute. An opening between the discharge chute and the chute deflector may allow foreign objects to be picked up by the snow blower and thrown in the direction of the operator causing serious bodily injury.
Proper Care for Battery + Charger Fig. 21 mWARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, always unplug the charger and remove the battery pack from the charger before performing any maintenance task. Never disassemble the battery pack or charger. Contact your Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® dealer or the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center for ALL repairs. 1. To reduce the risk of injury and damage, never immerse your battery pack or charger in liquid or allow any liquid to flow inside these components. 2.
Storage 1. Batteries vary according to device. Consult your manual for specific information. 1. Examine the cordless snow blower thoroughly for worn, loose or damaged parts. Should you need to repair or replace a part, contact an authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® dealer or call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance. 2. Install only new batteries of the same type in your product (where applicable). 3.
iCHRG40 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) mWARNING! Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Class B device: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Accessories mWARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe + Sun Joe® replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this cordless snow blower. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your cordless snow blower. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.
SNOW JOE® + SUN JOE® REFURBISHED GOODS WARRANTY GENERAL CONDITIONS: Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
snowjoe.com mWARNING! This product or its power cord contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. mWARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
