Skil SB2001C-00 User manual
WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, the user must read and understand the
Owner’s Manual before using this product. Save these instructions for future reference.
AVERTISSEMENT : Afin de réduire les risques de blessure, l’utilisateur doit lire et
comprendre le guide d’utilisation avant d’utiliser cet article. Conservez le présent guide
afin de pouvoir le consulter ultérieurement.
ADVERTENCIA : Para reducir el riesgo de lesiones, el usuario debe leer y comprender
el Manual del operador antes de utilizar este producto. Guarde estas instrucciones para
consultarlas en caso sea necesario.
Owner’s Manual
Guide d’utilisation
Manual del propietario
For Customer Service
Pour le service à la clientèle
Servicio al cliente 1-877-SKIL-999 OR www.skil.com
Brushless 40V 20in Single Stage Snow Blower
Soufeuse à neige sans balais à un seul niveau de 40 V, 20 po
Soplador de nieve de etapa sencilla de 20 pulgadas de 40 V sin escobillas
Model/ Modelo/ Modèle: SB2001C-00
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions....................................3-5
Symbols .....................................................6-9
Get to Know Your Snow Blower...................................10
Specications .................................................11
Assembly ..................................................11-16
Operating Instructions .......................................17-21
Maintenance................................................22-24
Troubleshooting ...............................................25
Limited Warranty of SKIL Consumer Tools..........................26
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER This snow blower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in
serious injury.
WARNING When using electric appliance, basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury.
These basic precautions include the following:
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT!
FOR ALL SNOW BLOWERS
• Do not use on graveled surface.
• 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 blower.
• Keep hands away from moving parts.
• Keep guards in place and in working order.
• Don’t Force Snow Blower – 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 blower strikes a foreign object follow these steps:
1. Stop snow blower. Release the switch.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3. Inspect the snow blower for damage.
4. Repair any damage before restarting and operating the snow blower.
• Store idle snow blowers indoors - When not in use, snow blowers should be stored indoors
in dry, locked-up place and out of reach of children.
• Maintain snow blowers with care – Follow all instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories.
TRAINING
• Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before
operating this unit. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the
equipment. Know how to stop the unit 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 blower in
reverse.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used and remove all doormats,
sleds, boards, wires, and other foreign objects.
• Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate winter garments. Avoid loose-tting
clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Wear footwear that will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is running (except when specically
recommended by manufacturer).
• Always wear safety glasses or eye shields during operation or while performing an
adjustment or repair to protect eyes from foreign objects that may be thrown from the
machine.
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OPERATION
• Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharger opening
at all times.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads. Stay
alert for hidden hazards or trafc.
• After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, remove the battery pack, thoroughly inspect
the snow blower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the
snow blower.
• If the unit should start to vibrate abnormally, stop the motor and check immediately for the
cause. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the motor whenever you leave the operating position, before unclogging the auger
assembly housing or discharge chute, and when making any repairs, adjustments or
inspections.
• When clearing, repairing or inspecting the snow blower, stop the motor and make certain
the auger assembly and all moving parts have stopped. Remove the battery pack to prevent
someone from accidentally starting the motor.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
• Never operate the snow blower 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 100 ft (30 m) away.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Look behind and
use care when operating in reverse.
• Disengage power to the auger assembly when snow blower is transported or not in use.
• Use only attachments and accessories approved by the manufacturer of the snow blower
(such as rubber paddles and scraper bar).
• Never operate the snow blower without good visibility or light. Always be sure of your footing,
and keep a rm hold on the handles. Walk; never run.
• Do not incinerate the appliance even if it is severely damaged. The batteries can explode in
a re.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance to re or excessive temperature. Exposure to re
or temperature above 265 °F (130 °C) may cause explosion.
• 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 nger on
the switch or energizing appliances that have the switch on invites accidents.
• Disconnect the battery pack from the appliance before making any adjustments, changing
accessories, or storing appliance. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of
starting the appliance accidentally.
• Recharge only with the charger specied by the manufacturer. A charger that is suitable for
one type of battery pack may create a risk of re when used with another battery pack.
• Use appliances only with specically designated battery packs. Use of any other battery
packs may create a risk of injury and re.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it away from other metal objects, like paper clips,
coins, keys, nails, screws or other small metal objects, that can make a connection from one
terminal to another. Shorting the battery terminals together may cause burns or a re.
• Under abusive conditions, liquid may be ejected from the battery; avoid contact. If contact
accidentally occurs, ush with water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally seek medical help.
Liquid ejected from the battery may cause irritation or burns.
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• Do not use a battery pack or appliance that is damaged or modied. Damaged or modied
batteries may exhibit unpredictable behavior resulting in re explosion or risk of injury.
• Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or appliance outside of
the temperature range specied in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures
outside of the specied range may damage the battery and increase the risk of re.
• Have servicing performed by a qualied 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 (as applicable) except
as indicated in the instructions for use and care.
CLEARING A CLOGGING DISCHARGE CHUTE
• Hand contact with the rotating auger assembly inside the discharge chute is the most
common cause of injury associated with snow blowers. Never use your hand to clean out
the discharge chute.
To clear the chute:
SHUT THE MOTOR OFF!
• Wait 10 seconds to be sure the auger assembly blades have stopped rotating.
• Always use a clean-out tool, not your hands.
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 owner’s manual for important details if the snow blower is to be stored for an
extended period.
• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary.
• Run the machine a few minutes after blowing snow 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 machine. If you lend this machine to someone else, also lend these
instructions to them to prevent misuse of the product and possibly injury.
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SYMBOLS
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 Owner’s
Manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER,”
“WARNING,” and “CAUTION” before using this machine. Failure to following all instructions
listed below may result in electric shock, re, and/or serious personal injury.
The denitions below describe the level of severity for each signal word. Please read the manual
and pay attention to these symbols.
This is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this
symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER DANGER indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will
result in death or serious injury.
WARNING WARNING indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could
result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION CAUTION, used with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous
situation which, if not avoided, will result in minor or moderate injury.
Damage Prevention and Information Messages
These inform the user of important information and/or instructions that could lead to equipment
or other property damage if they are not followed. Each message is preceded by the word
“NOTICE”, as in the example below:
NOTICE: Equipment and/or property damage may result if these instructions are not followed.
WARNING The operation of any machines can result in foreign
objects being thrown into your eyes, which can result
in severe eye damage. Before beginning machine operation, always
wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields and a full face
shield when needed. We recommend a Wide Vision Safety Mask for use
over eyeglasses or standard safety glasses with side shields. Always
use eye protection which is marked to comply with ANSI Z87.1.
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SYMBOLS (CONTINUED)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols may be used on your machine. Please study
them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols will allow you to operate
the machine better and more safely.
Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
WWatt Power
kg Kilograms Weight
min Minutes Time
s Seconds Time
Wh Watt-hours Battery capacity
Ah Ampere-Hours Battery capacity
ØDiameter Size of drill bits, grinding
wheels, etc.
n0No load speed Rotational speed, at no load
nRated speed Maximum attainable speed
…/min Revolutions or reciprocation per
minute
Revolutions, strokes, surface
speed, orbits, etc. per minute
IPX4 Ingress Protection Degree Protection from splashing water
Arrow Action in the direction of arrow
Alternating current Type or a characteristic of
current
Direct current Type or a characteristic of
current
Li-ion RBRC seal Designates Li-ion battery
recycling program
Read manual symbol Alerts user to read manual
Wear eye protection symbol
Always wear safety goggles or
safety glasses with side shields
and a full face shield when
operating this product.
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Symbol Name Designation/Explanation
Wear protective gloves Alerts user to wear hand
protection.
DANGER — Keep Hands Away
from the Impeller
Do not use hands to unclog the
chute.
Keep Feet Out of Impeller Keep feet away from rotating
impeller
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SYMBOLS (CERTIFICATION INFORMATION)
IMPORTANT: Some of the following symbols for certication information may be used on your
machine. Please study them and learn their meaning. Proper interpretation of these symbols
will allow you to operate the machine better and more safely.
Symbol Designation/Explanation
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this component is recognized by
Underwriters Laboratories.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by Underwriters
Laboratories, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Canadian
Standards Association, to United States and Canadian Standards.
This symbol designates that this tool is listed by the Intertek Testing
Services, to United States and Canadian Standards.
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GET TO KNOW YOUR SNOW BLOWER
Bail Switch (Switch Lever)
Remote Chute-rotation Handle
Front Chute-rotation Handle
Chute-deector Handle
Chute
Deck
Wheel
Lower Handle
Frame
Cable Clip
Wing Nut
Middle Handle Frame
LED Switch Button
LED Headlight
Drive-belt Cover
Rubber Paddle Scraper Bar
Steel Auger Shaft
Safety Button
Main Handle
Fig. 1
Battery-compartment Cover
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