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Model iON13SS-RM

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

40-VOLT 13-INCH CORDLESS SNOW SHOVEL

Form No. SJ-iON13SS-RM-880E-MR1

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These 

Instructions Before Use

Read all instructions before using this cordless 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 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. Replace or repair damaged 

cord immediately on the charger.

  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. 

  The cordless snow shovel should not be operated in the 

hand-held position except when the instructions provided 

in this manual deem such use permissible.

6.  Avoid accidental starting – Make sure the safety  

switch and the trigger switch 

are in the off position 

 

before inserting the battery in the unit. Do not carry the 

cordless 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, hearing and head 

protection. 

10. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common 

sense. Do not operate the cordless 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 

cordless snow shovel strikes a foreign object, follow 

these steps:

• 

Stop the cordless snow shovel. Remove the battery.

• 

Inspect for damage.

• 

Repair any damage before restarting and operating 

the snow shovel.

14. Disconnect the tool – 

Turn off the power switch and 

remove the battery 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 cordless 

snow shovel should be stored indoors in a dry, locked 

place out of the reach of children.

16. Maintain the cordless 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 cordless snow 

shovel could result in injury or death. To reduce 

this potential, comply with the following safety 

instructions. 

 

This cordless 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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Summary of Contents for iON13SS-RM

Page 1: ...ry in the unit Do not carry the cordless 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 mCAUTION 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 ...

Page 2: ...l make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before beginning work Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes Never operate the cordless snow shovel without proper guards and other safety devices in place and in proper working order Never direct the discharge toward people or areas where property damage can occur Keep children pets and other bystanders away from the work a...

Page 3: ...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 charger 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 improperly wired extension cord poses a risk of fire and ...

Page 4: ...any more if the protective cut off has been activated This may damage the battery pack 11 Use only original battery packs The use of other batteries poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion Information about the charger and the charging process 1 Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger Be sure to connect the battery charger to a power supply with...

Page 5: ...ure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and cell damage Never charge or work with batteries that have been overheated replace them immediately if possible 7 Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry locations with an ambient temperature of 50 104 F 10 40 C Store your lithium ion battery pack in a cool dry place at a temperature of 50 68 F 10 20 C Protect the battery pack charg...

Page 6: ...tanders and children a safe distance at least 11 yd 10 m away from the work area Double Insulation WARNING Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions Keep dry CAUTION Beware of stones and other foreign objects that could be thrown from the appliance DANGER Cutting dismemberment hazard Keep hands away from the rotating auger Do not use hands to unclog rotor housing Stop motor before removing ...

Page 7: ...cm Depth of Snow Cut 6 in 15 cm Throw Distance Max 25 ft 7 6 m Plowing Capacity Max 300 lbs min 136 kg min Weight snow shovel alone 12 lbs 5 45 kg Weight snow shovel with battery installed 14 5 lbs 6 6 kg 1 Battery compartment 2 Upper handle 3 Safety lock switch 4 ON OFF trigger switch 5 Adjustable handle 6 Handle knob 7 Joint fixing knob and bolt 8 Upper tube 9 Lower tube 10 Motor housing 11 Scra...

Page 8: ... plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Assembly Connecting the Upper and Lower Tubes 1 Before connecting the upper and lower tubes make sure the handle knob and bolt are removed from the adjustable handle then slide the adjustable handle onto the upper tube at the middle section Fig 1 Reinstall the handle knob and bolt onto the adjustable handle...

Page 9: ...n mWARNING Charge only EcoSharp iBAT40 lithium ion battery packs in compatible EcoSharp iCHRG40 lithium ion battery chargers Other types of batteries may cause personal injury and damage To reduce the risk of electric shock do not allow water to flow into the charger s AC DC plug When to Charge the EcoSharp iBAT40 Lithium Ion Battery NOTE The EcoSharp iBAT40 lithium ion battery packs do not develo...

Page 10: ... reinsert If the problem persists contact the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 for assistance 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 9 8 Timely recharging of the battery will help prolong the battery s life You must recharge the battery...

Page 11: ...in 15 cm deep in one pass When clearing deeper drifts hold the cordless snow shovel by the upper and lower handles and use a swinging or sweeping motion Remove up to 6 in 15 cm of snow with each pass and repeat as many times as needed Remove the battery after using the cordless snow shovel Hang the shovel so it will not be misplaced or damaged Maintenance To order genuine replacement parts or acce...

Page 12: ...e Fig 12 2 Remove the belt from the drive wheel Fig 13 3 Remove the screws and the bushings from the drive wheel Fig 14 4 Disassemble the right side cover by removing the five 5 screws that hold it in place Fig 15 5 Secure the auger as you disassemble the auger assembly nut Fig 16 6 Remove the auger axle set Fig 17 Fig 12 Fig 13 Belt Drive wheel Fig 14 Screws and bushings Drive wheel Fig 15 Fig 16...

Page 13: ...he body by slowly turning the auger while lifting the belt Fig 20 3 Replace the worn belt with a new belt Fig 21 4 Place the left side cover back into position and refasten the five 5 screws Replacing the Scraper Blade mWARNING Make sure to turn off the switch and remove the battery before performing any maintenance task on your cordless snow shovel 1 Turn the snow shovel over Using a drill remove...

Page 14: ...g off season storage to maintain optimal battery performance Battery Caution Disposal Always dispose of your battery pack according to federal state and local regulations Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locations mCAUTION Even discharged battery packs contain some energy Before disposing use electrical tape to cover the terminals to prevent the battery pack from shorting whic...

Page 15: ...w shovel The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe Accessories can be ordered online at snowjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 EcoSharp 40 V 4 0 Ah Lithium Ion Batte...

Page 16: ...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 This warranty is intended to cover product defects only Snow Joe LLC is not liab...

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