OPERATOR’S MANUAL
80V 20" CORDLESS SNOW
THROWER
SNB401
To Reduce The Risk Of Injury, User Must Read
CAUTION
And Understand Operator’s Manual. Save These Instructions For
Future Reference.
2600394ME/ 2600394MET
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Safety Symbols ........................................................................................................... Page 2
Safety Instructions ...................................................................................................... Page 3
Overview ..................................................................................................................... Page 7
Assembly .................................................................................................................... Page 9
Operation .................................................................................................................. Page 11
Maintenance ............................................................................................................ Page 13
Troubleshooting ........................................................................................................ Page 16
Notes ........................................................................................................................ Page 17
Warranty ................................................................................................................... Page 19
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SAFETY 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
V Volts Voltage
A Amperes Current
Hz Hertz Frequency (cycles per second)
W Watt Power
min Minutes Time
Alternating Current Type of current
Direct Current Type or a characteristic of current
Wet Conditions Alert Do not expose to rain or use in damp locations.
Read The Operator’s Manual
To reduce the risk of injury user must read and
understand operator’s manual before using
this product.
Safety Alert Precautions that involve your safety.
Eye and Hearing Protection
Wear eye and hearing protection when
operating this equipment.
Ricochet
Thrown objects can ricochet and result in
personal injury or property damage.
Safe Distance
K
eep bystanders a safe distance from the
machine.
Moving Parts
Stay away from moving parts. Keep all guards
and shields in place.
Hand Keep hands away from the discharge area.
Hand and feet
Keep hands and feet away from rotating
auger.
Stop the Machine
Stop the motor and remove the battery before
leaving the machine.
Hand and Feet Keep hands and feet away.
Class II Construction Double-insulated construction
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
The purpose of safety symbols is to attract our 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 propper accident prevention measures.
Failure to obey this safety warning CAN result in death or serious
injury to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of
re, electric shock and personal injury.
WARNING
Failure to obey this safety warning MAY result in personal injury
to yourself or others or property damage. Always follow the safety precautions to
reduce the risk of re, electric shock and personal injury.
CAUTION
Failure to obey this warning WILL result in death or serious injury
to yourself or to others. Always follow the safety precautions to reduce the risk of fire,
electric shock and personal injury.
DANGER
Be sure to read and understand all safety insructions in this
manual, including all safety alert symbols such as “DANGER”, “WARNING” and
“CAUTION”, before using this power tool. Failure to follow all instructions listed below
may result in electric shock, re and/or serious personal injury.
WARNING
SYMBOL MEANING
SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL: Indicates DANGER, WARNING, OR CAUTION. May be used
in conjuntion with other symbols or pictographs
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING (THIS POWER
TOOL)
WARNING
Read and
understand all instructions before using
this product. Failure to follow all
instructions listed below may result in
electric shock, re, and/or serious
personal injury. When using an electrical
appliance, basic precautions should
always be followed, including the
following:
TRAINING
• Do not allow children under the age of
14 to operate this tool. Children who are
14 years of age or older must read and
understand the operating instructions and
safety rules in this manual and must be
trained and supervised by a parent.
• Read the operating and service instruction
manual carefully. Be thoroughly familiar
with the controls and the proper use of the
appliance. Know how to stop the unit and
disengage the controls quickly.
• Never allow children to operate the
appliance. Never allow adults to operate
the appliance without proper instruction.
• Keep the area of operation clear of all
persons, particularly small children, and
pets.
• Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling,
especially when operating in reverse.
• Do not use on graveled surfaces.
• Dress Properly – Do not wear loose
clothing or jewelry. They can be caught in
moving parts.
• Wear rubber boots when operating the
appliance.
• Operation of the appliance in the hand-held
position is unsafe, except in accordance
with the special instructions for such use
provided in the operator’s manual.
PREPARATION
• Thoroughly inspect the area where the
appliance is to be used and remove all
doormats, sleds, boards, wires, and other
foreign objects.
• Do not operate the appliance without
wearing adequate winter garments. Wear
footwear, which will improve footing on
slippery surfaces.
• Adjust the housing height to clear gravel or
crushed rock surface.
• Never attempt to make any adjustments
while the appliance is running (except
where specifically 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 appliance.
• Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure
the switch is in the off-position before
connecting the battery pack, picking up
or carrying the appliance. Carrying the
appliance with your nger on the switch or
energizing appliance 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.
• For use only with 2900294ME and other
BAB battery.
• For use only with 2900094ME and other
CAB charger.
• When battery pack is not in use, keep it
away from other metal objects, like paper
clips, coins, keys, nails, screw 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, flush with
water. If liquid contacts eyes, additionally
seek medical help. Liquid ejected from the
battery may cause irritation or burns.
OPERATION
• Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
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, turn the
machine off and remove the battery pack,
and then inspect it for damage. Repair any
damage before restarting and using the
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machine.
• If the appliance should start to vibrate
abnormally, stop the machine and check
immediately for the cause. Vibration is
generally a warning of trouble.
• Stop the machine whenever you leave the
operating position, before unclogging the
collector/impeller housing or discharge
guide, and when making any repairs,
adjustments, or inspections.
• When cleaning, repairing, or inspecting,
make certain the collector/impeller and all
moving parts have stopped.
• Exercise extreme caution when operating
on slopes.
• Never operate the appliance without
proper guards, keep 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.
• Don’t Overreach – Keep proper footing and
balance at all times.
• Do not overload the machine capacity by
attempting to clear snow at too fast a rate.
• Don’t Force appliance – It will perform
better and safer at the rate for which it was
designed.
• Never operate the appliance at high
transport speeds on slippery surfaces. Use
care when reversing.
• Never direct discharge at bystanders or
allow anyone in front of the appliance.
• Disengage power to the collector/impeller
when the appliance is transported or not in
use.
• Use only attachments and accessories
approved by the manufacturer of the
appliance (such as wheel weights,
counterweights, or cabs).
• Never operate the appliance without
good visibility or light. Always be sure of
your footing, and keep a firm hold on the
handles.
• Walk, never run.
CLEARING A CLOGGED
DISCHARGE CHUTE
• Hand contact with the rotating impeller
inside the discharge chute is the most
common cause of injury associated with
appliances. Never use your hand to clean
out the discharge chute. To clear the chute:
1. SHUT THE ENGINE(Motor) OFF!
2. Wait 10 seconds to be sure the impeller
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
blades have stopped rotating.
3. Always use a clean-out tool, not your
hands.
• If the appliance strikes a foreign object
follow these steps:
1. Stop the appliance. Release the switch.
2. Remove the battery pack.
3. Inspect for damage.
4. Repair any damage before restarting
and operating the appliance.
MAINTENANCE
• Check shear bolts; engine-mounted
bolt, etc., at frequent intervals for proper
tightness to be sure the appliance is in
safe working condition.
• Always refer to owner’s guide instructions
for important details if the appliance is to
be stored for an extended period.
• Store Idle appliances Indoors – When not
in use, the appliances should be stored
indoors in a dry, locked-up place – out of
reach of children.
• Check shear bolts and other bolts at
frequent intervals for proper tightness to
be sure the equipment is in safe working
condition.
• Run the appliance a few minutes after
throwing snow to prevent freeze-up of the
collector/impeller.
• Do not use a battery pack or appliance
that is damaged or modified. Damaged
or modified batteries may exhibit
unpredictable behavior resulting in fire，
explosion or risk of injury.
• Do not expose a battery pack or appliance
to fire or excessive temperature space.
Exposure to fire or temperature above
265°F (130°C) may cause explosion.
• 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 specified
range may damage the battery and
increase the risk of re.
• Recharge only with the charger specified
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 specifically
designated battery packs. Use of any other
battery packs may create a risk of injury
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and re.
• Have servicing performed by a qualified
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.
PROPOSITION 65
This product contains a chemical known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Some dust
created by power sanding, sawing, grinding,
drilling, and other construction activities
contains chemicals known to cause cancer,
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some
examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints;
• Crystalline silica from bricks and cement
and other masonry products;
• Arsenic and chromium from chemically
treated lumber.
Your risk of exposure to these chemicals
varies depending on how often you do this
type of work. To reduce your exposure to these
chemicals, work in a well-ventilated area, and
work with approved safety equipment, such as
dust masks that are specially designed to lter
out microscopic particles.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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OVERVIEW
Type Cordless, battery operated
Motor 80V Brushless
No-load Speed 1800 RPM
Clearing Width 20 in. (50.8 cm)
Clearing Depth 10 in. (25.4 cm)
Impeller Size 16 in. (40.6 cm)
Weight (Without Battery) 33.4 lbs (15.6 kg)
Double-insulated construction
SPECIFICATIONS
Bail switch
Chute control rod
LED lights
Upper handle
Middle handle
Lower handle
Carrying or lift handle
Wheel
Impeller
Scraper
Discharge
chute
Battery
compartment
Chute
deflector
Safety switch
button
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SPECIFICATIONS
The recommended ambient temperature range:
Item Temperature
Snow Thrower storage temperature range 1.4 ˚F (-17 ˚C) ~ 113 ˚F (45 ˚C)
Snow Thrower operation temperature
range
1.4 ˚F (-17 ˚C) ~ 113 ˚F (45 ˚C)
Battery charging temperature range 39 ˚F (4 °C) ~ 104 ˚F (40 ˚C)
Charger operation temperature range 39 ˚F (4 °C) ~ 104 ˚F (40 ˚C)
Battery discharging temperature range 1.4 ˚F (-17 ˚C) ~ 113 ˚F (45 ˚C)
Battery storage temperature range 32 °F (0 °C) ~ 113 °F (45 °C)
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ASSEMBLY
UNPACKING
This product requires assembly.
• Carefully remove the product and any
accessories from the box. Make sure that
all items listed in the package contents
section are included.
• Inspect the product carefully to make sure
no breakage or damage occurred during
shipping.
• Do not discard the packing material
until you have carefully inspected and
satisfactorily operated the product.
• If any parts are damaged or missing, please
call 1-844-MSTR4CE (844-678-7423) for
assistance.
INSTALL THE UPPER HANDLE
FIG. 1
Upper
handle
Middle
handle
Knob
Bolt
1. Align the holes in the middle handle and
the upper handle.
2. Insert the bolt through the middle handle
and upper handle.
3. Tighten the handle knob onto the bolt.
4. Repeat for left/right side.
INSTALL THE MIDDLE HANDLE
FIG. 2
Knob
Bolt
Middle
handle
Lower
handle
1. Align the holes in the middle handle and
the lower handle.
2. Put the bolts through the middle handle
and the lower handle.
3. Tighten the handle knob onto the bolt.
4. Repeat for left/right side.
INSTALL THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
1. Align the tabs on to the slots on one side
rst.
2. Once you have engaged one tab on one
slot push until you hear a click. Repeat on
other side.
3. Push the chute deector.
4. Make sure that the tabs engage the slots
on the two sides.
5. Make sure that the posts engage the holes
on the two sides.
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INSTALL THE BATTERY PACK
WARNING
• If the battery pack or charger is
damaged, replace the battery pack or the
charger.
• Stop the machine and wait until the
engine stops before you install or remove
the battery pack.
• Read, know, and do the instructions in
the battery and charger manual.
1. Open the battery door.
2. Align the lift ribs on the battery pack with
the grooves in the battery compartment.
3. Push the battery pack into the battery
compartment until the battery pack locks into
place.
4. When you hear a click, the battery pack is
installed.
5. Close the battery door.
REMOVE THE BATTERY PACK
1. Open the battery door.
2. Push and hold the battery release button.
3. Remove the battery pack from the ma-
chine.
I
NSTALL THE CHUTE CONTROL
ROD
1. Align the holes in the upper chute control
rod and lower chute control rod.
2. Put the hitch pin through the holes.
3. Align the arrows in the discharge chute
and snow thrower deck. Make sure that the
discharge chute faces forward.
4. Put the end of the chute control rod
straight through the hole in the bracket. Keep
the grip handle down.
5. Push the chute control rod into the hole be-
hind the deck.
6. Turn the grip handle left and right to make
sure that the discharge chute moves in the
same direction.
ASSEMBLY
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WARNING
Examine the work
area. Remove all stones, sticks, wire,
bones, and other debris that can ricochet
because of the rotating impeller.
STOP THE MACHINE
1. Release the bail switch to stop the ma-
chine.
WARNING
Wait until the
impeller fully stops before you start the
machine again. Do not quickly turn the
machine off and on.
WARNING
Remove the safety
key and battery pack after you complete
the work.
WARNING
Wear eye
protection during operation
.
COLD WEATHER OPERATION
The safe battery operation temperature rang-
es from 1°F(-17°C) to 113°F (45°C).
WARNING
Do not store or
charge battery outside.
Battery must be charged and stored indoors
prior to use of the machine.
If the machine does not start below 1°F
(-17°C),
• remove the battery pack from the machine,
• charge the battery pack for 10 minutes in
warm area, or when the charging light turns
green.
• Install the battery pack again.
START THE MACHINE
FIG. 6
Safey switch
button
Bail
switch
1. Push the safet switch button.
2. Pull the bail switch to start the machine.
NOTE
Lower the scraper to the
ground to remove the snow.
WARNING
Keep bystanders a
safe distance from the machine.
OPERATION
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1. Push and hold the trigger on the chute de-
ector.
2. Move the chute deector up to increase the
snow distance.
3. Move the chute deector down to decrease
the snow distance.
LED HEADLIGHTS
LED headlights will automatically turn on
when the unit is started.
OPERATION TIPS
If it is possible, clear the snow with the
direction of the wind.
• In strong winds, lower the chute deector to
direct the snow to the ground.
• When you complete the work, let the
machine operate for a while to prevent ice
formation in the discharge chute.
• If the snow is deeper than 8", decrease the
speed and let the machine work at its own
rhythm.
• Do not use the scraper to remove compact
snow and ice.
ADJUST THE DISCHARGE CHUTE
You can adjust the discharge chute 180° to
change the snow direction.
1. Turn the grip handle left to move the dis-
charge chute to the left.
2. Turn the grip handle right to move the dis-
charge chute to the right.
ADJUST THE CHUTE DEFLECTOR
You can adjust the chute deflector up and
down to change the throwing distance of the
snow.
WARNING
Release the bail
switch before you adjust the chute
deector.
WARNING
Do not push the
trigger so far forward that a gap shows
between the deector and the chute.
OPERATION
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING
Remove the
safety key and battery pack from the
machine before maintenance.
WARNING
Wear correct
clothing, gloves and safety glasses
before maintenance.
CAUTION
Use only
approved replacement parts.
CAUTION
Do not let brake
uids, gasoline, petroleum-based
materials touch the plastic parts.
Chemicals can cause damage to
the plastic, and make the plastic
unserviceable.
CAUTION
Do not use
strong solvents or detergents on the
plastic housing or components.
GENERAL MAINTENANCE
• Before each use, examine the machine for
damaged, missing, or loose parts such as
screws, nuts, bolts and caps.
• Tighten correctly all the fasteners and
caps.
• Clean the remaining snow on the machine
with a brush.
REPLACE THE SCRAPER
FIG. 11
Screw
Mounting screw
WARNING
Use only
approved replacement scrapers.
WARNING
Wear heavy
gloves or wind cloth around the impeller
when you touch the impeller.
1. Remove the screws from each side plate.
2. Remove and discard the old scraper.
3. Install the new scraper.
4. Put in the mounting screw and spacers
and tighten them.
REPLACE THE IMPELLER
WARNING
Use only
approved replacement scrapers.
FIG.
Right side
cover
Side wear
pad
Screw
12
1. Remove the 5 screws and side wear pad
that secure the right side cover.
MAINTENANCEMAINTENANCEMAINTENANCE
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MAINTENANCE
FIG.
Nut
13
Axle
2. Remove the nut from the right end of the
axle.
FIG. 14
Screw
Left side
cover
3. Remove the 5 screws that secure the left
side cover.
FIG. 15
Belt
4. Remove the belt.
FIG. 16
Impeller
5. Lock impeller in place so it cannot spin.
FIG. 17
Pulley Large pulley
nut
6. Using a socket wrench, turning clockwise
remove the large pulley nut and pulley.
FIG. 18
Screw
Left side plate
7. Remove the 5 screws (1) that secure the
left side plate.
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FIG. 19
Spacer Wave washerAxle
8. Remove the spacer and wave washer from
both sides of the axle.
FIG. 20
Impeller
Axle
9. Remove the axle, which will come out the
left side of the unit, and remove the old impel-
ler from the front.
FIG. 21
Impeller
Axle Nut
10. Install the new auger and replace the axle
with corresponding nut.
FIG. 22
Screw
Right side
plate
11. Reinstall the right side cover with the 5
screws.
FIG. 23
Axle
12. Reinstall the left side plate with the 5
screws, large pulley with the left side nut, belt,
and left side cover with the 5 screws.
STORE THE MACHINE
• Clean the machine before storage.
• Make sure the motor is not hot when you
store the machine.
• Make sure that the machine does not have
loose or damaged parts. If it is necessary,
do these steps/instructions:
• Replace the damaged parts.
• Tighten the bolts.
• Speak to a person of an approved
service center.
• Store the machine in a dry area.
• Make sure that children cannot come near
the machine.
MAINTENANCE
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TROUBLESHOOTING
PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
The handle is not in
position.
The bolts are not
engaged correctly.
Adjust the height of the handle and make sure
that the knobs and bolts are aligned correctly.
The machine does not
start.
The battery is not
charged.
Charge the battery by following the procedures
in the battery and charger manual.
The switch is
defective.
Have the switch replaced by an authorized
service center.
Battery is too cold. Remove battery from snow thrower. Place
battery on charger and allow to charge for 10
minutes or until the changing light turns green.
Remove from charger and install in snow
thrower for use.
Battery may
require service or
replacement.
Call toll free helpline, at or replace battery.
The engine is on, but
the impeller does not
turn.
The belt is damaged. Replace the belt.
A thin layer of snow
stays behind.
The scraper is
damaged.
Replace the scraper.
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NOTES
NOTES
NOTES
NOTES
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NOTES
NOTES
NOTES
NOTES
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SAVE YOUR RECEIPTS
THIS WARRANTY IS VOID WITHOUT THEM
80V CORDLESS SNOW THROWER
WARRANTY
4-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY
This MASTERFORCE™ brand power tool carries our famous No Hassle 4-Year Limited
Warranty to the original purchaser. If, during normal use, this MASTERFORCE™ power
tool breaks or fails due to a defect in material or workmanship within four (4) years from
the date of original purchase, simply bring the tool with the original sales receipt back
to your nearest MENARDS
®
retail store. At its discretion, MASTERFORCE™ agrees
to have the tool or any defective part(s) repaired or replaced with the same or similar
MASTERFORCE™ product or part free of charge, within the stated warranty period,
when returned by the original purchaser with original sales receipt. Not withstanding the
foregoing, this limited warranty does not cover any damage that has resulted from abuse
or misuse of the Merchandise. This warranty: (1) excludes expendable parts including
but not limited to blades, brushes, belts, bits, light bulbs, and/or batteries; (2) shall be
void if this tool is used for commercial and/or rental purposes; and (3) does not cover any
losses, injuries to persons/property or costs. This warranty does give you specific legal
rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state to state. Be careful, tools
are dangerous if improperly used or maintained. Seller’s employees are not qualified
to advise you on the use of this merchandise. Any oral representation(s) made will not
be binding on seller or its employees. The rights under this limited warranty are to the
original purchaser of the merchandise and may not be transferred to any subsequent
owner. This limited warranty is in lieu of all warranties, expressed or implied including
warranties or merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose. Seller shall not be
liable for any special, incidental, or consequential damages. The sole exclusive remedy
against the seller will be for the replacement of any defects as provided herein, as long
as the seller is willing or able to replace this product or is willing to refund the purchase
price as provided above. For insurance purposes seller is not allowed to demonstrate
any of these power tools for you.
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