SNOWJOE iON13SS-LTE-HYB, Operator'S Manual

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© 2015 by Snow Joe
®
, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
A Division of Snow Joe
®
, LLC
Model iON13SS-LTE-HYB
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CO ELECTRIC HYBRID SNOW
SHOVEL
13-INCH | 40 V MAX
*
| 15-AMP
Form No. SJ-iON13SS-LTE-HYB-880E-M
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Read all instructions before using this hybrid snow shovel.
Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury.
General Safety WARNINGS!
You and any other operator of this hybrid snow shovel must
read, understand, and follow these instructions in their entirety,
and should reread them at the start of each snow season.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in ELECTRIC
SHOCK , FIRE , and/or serious PERSONAL INJURY.
Notice the personal safety alert symbol
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used in this
manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along
with the particular operating instruction. This means that
the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION, and
AWARENESS.
1. Keep work area clean and well lit – Cluttered, dark areas
invite accidents.
2. Use the right product – Do not use this machine for any
job except that for which it is intended.
3. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only
identical replacement parts. If the charger becomes
damaged, discontinue use and repair or replace it
immediately.
Do not use on gravel surfaces unless the snow shovel
is adjusted for such surface s in accordance with the
operator’s manual.
4. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All
spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance
away from the work area.
5. Dress properly – Do not wear loose articles of clothing or
jewelry. They can become caught in moving parts. Wear
rubber boots.
6. Avoid accidental starting – Make sure the safety
switch and the trigger switch are in the off position
before inserting the battery or connecting the power
cable to the unit. Do not carry or transport the hybrid
snow shovel with the safety switch and the trigger switch
engaged.
7. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.
8.
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CAUTION! Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
9. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-
fitting clothing, protective gloves, and hearing and head
protection.
10. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the hybrid snow shovel when you
are tired or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
11. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less
likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at
the rate for which it was designed.
12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
13. If the hybrid snow shovel strikes a foreign object, follow
these steps:
• Stop the hybrid snow shovel. Remove the battery or
disconnect the power cord.
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and operating
the hybrid snow shovel.
14. Disconnect the tool – Turn off the power switch, remove
the battery or disconnect the power cord when it is not in
use, before servicing it, when changing accessories, and
when performing any other maintenance task.
15. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the hybrid
snow shovel should be stored indoors in a dry, locked
place out of the reach of children.
16. Maintain the hybrid snow shovel with care – Follow the
applicable maintenance instructions for replacing parts
and changing accessories. Lubrication is not required.
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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.
Improperly using or maintaining this hybrid snow
shovel could result in injury or death. To reduce
this potential, comply with the following safety
instructions.
This hybrid snow shovel can amputate hands and feet
if used incorrectly. It can also pick up foreign objects,
which can become dangerous projectiles when thrown
into the air. Failure to observe the following safety
instructions could result in serious personal injury.
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