Use and Care Manual

12. If the blower starts to vibrate abnormally, stop the blower immediately and attempt to determine the cause.

Vibration is generally an indication of danger.

13. Stop the motor and remove the battery pack whenever the operator is not in the operating position, before

making any repairs, adjustments, or inspections.

14. Only use identical replacement parts and accessories for this blower. The use of nonidentical parts or accesso-

ries could lead to serious injury to the user or damage the blower, and will void the warranty.

15. Store Blowers indoors – when not in use, blowers should be stored indoors in dry, locked-up place – out of

reach of children.

Caution: Use only WEN approved replacement battery and charger, other battery and charger may

cause injury or damage the blower and battery. Use only WEN 40V Max Lithium Ion Battery (2 Ah

Item: 40401) and the WEN 40V Max Lithium Ion Battery Charger (Item: 40400).

SPECIFIC RULES FOR THE BLOWER

Despite all the safety precautions, caution must always be exercised when handling batteries. The following points

must be obeyed at all times to ensure safe use. Safe use can only be guaranteed if undamaged cells are used. In-

correct handling of the battery pack can cause cell damage.

• Avoid dangerous environments – Do not charge the battery pack in rain, snow or in damp or wet locations.

Do not use the battery pack or charger in the presence of explosive atmospheres (gaseous fumes, dust or flam-

mable materials) because sparks may be generated when inserting or removing the battery pack, which could lead

to a fire.

• Charge in a well-ventilated area – Do not block the charger vents. Keep them clear to allow for proper

ventilation. Do not allow smoking or open flames near a charging battery pack. Vented gases may explode.

NOTE: The safe temperature range for the battery charging is -4°F to 113°F. Do not charge the battery outside in

freezing weather; charge it at room temperature.

• Maintain charger cord – When unplugging the charger, pull the plug, not the cord, from the receptacle to

reduce the risk of damage to the electrical plug and cord. Never carry the charger by its cord or yank it by the cord

to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges. Make sure the cord will

not be stepped on, tripped over or subjected to damage or stress when the charger is in use. Do not use the char-

ger with a damaged cord or plug. Replace a damaged charger immediately.

• Do not use an extension cord unless it is absolutely necessary – Using the wrong, damaged or im-

properly 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.

• Charger is rated for 120 volt AC only – The charger must be plugged into an appropriate receptacle.

BATTERY & CHARGER INSTRUCTIONS