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Information about the battery

1.  The iONMAX 40V System battery pack must be purchased 

separately for use with this cordless snow blower is only 

partially charged. The battery pack has to be charged 

completely before you use the tool for the first time.

2. 

For optimum battery performance, avoid low discharge 

cycles by charging the battery pack frequently.

3. 

Store the battery pack in a cool place, ideally at 59°F 

(15°C) and charged to at least 40%.

4. 

Lithium-ion batteries are subject to a natural aging 

process. The battery pack must be replaced at the latest 

when its capacity falls to just 80% of its capacity when 

new. Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are no 

longer capable of meeting the high power requirements 

needed for the proper operation of your snow blower, 

 

and therefore pose a safety risk.

5. 

Do not throw battery packs into an open fire as this poses 

a risk of explosion.

6. 

Do not ignite the battery pack or expose it to fire.

7. 

Do not exhaustively discharge batteries. Exhaustive 

discharge will damage the battery cells. The most 

common cause of exhaustive discharge is lengthy storage 

or non-use of partially discharged batteries. Stop working 

as soon as the performance of the battery falls noticeably 

or the electronic protection system triggers. Place the 

battery pack in storage only after it has been fully charged.

8.  Protect batteries and the tool from overloads. Overloads 

will quickly result in overheating and cell damage inside 

the battery housing even if this overheating is not apparent 

externally.

9.  Avoid damage and shocks. Immediately replace batteries 

that have been dropped from a height of more than one 

meter or those that have been exposed to violent shocks, 

even if the housing of the battery pack appears to be 

undamaged. The battery cells inside the battery may have 

suffered serious damage. In such instances, please read 

the waste disposal information for proper battery disposal.

10. 

If the battery pack suffers overloading and overheating, 

the integrated protective cutoff will switch off the 

equipment for safety reasons.

 

IMPORTANT! Do not press the ON/OFF switch 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 (sold separately). Be sure to connect the 

battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked 

on the rating plate. Never connect it to a different mains 

voltage.

2.  Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage. 

Keep the charger and its cord away from heat, oil and 

sharp edges. Have damaged cords repaired without delay 

by a qualified technician at an authorized Snow Joe

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customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE  

(1-866-766-9563).

3.  Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never modify 

the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with 

grounded appliances. Unmodified plugs and matching 

outlets will reduce the risk of electric shock.

4. 

Keep the battery charger, battery pack(s) and the cordless 

tool out of the reach of children.

5.  Do not use the supplied battery charger to charge other 

cordless tools.

6. 

During periods of heavy use, the battery pack will become 

warm. Allow the battery pack to cool to room temperature 

before inserting it into the charger to recharge.

7. 

Do not overcharge batteries. Do not exceed the maximum 

charging times. These charging times only apply to 

discharged batteries. Frequent insertion of a charged or 

partially charged battery pack will result in overcharging 

and cell damage. Do not leave batteries in the charger for 

days on end.

8.  Never use or charge batteries if you suspect that it has 

been more than 12 months since the last time they were 

charged. There is a high probability that the battery pack 

has already suffered dangerous damage (exhaustive 

discharge).

9. 

Charging batteries at a temperature below 50°F (10°C) will 

cause chemical damage to the cells and may cause a fire.

10. 

Do not use batteries that have been exposed to heat 

during the charging process, as the battery cells may have 

suffered dangerous damage. 

11. 

Do not use batteries that have suffered curvature or 

deformation during the charging process or those that 

exhibit other atypical symptoms (gassing, hissing, 

cracking, etc.)

12. 

Never fully discharge the battery pack (maximum 

recommended depth of discharge is 80%). A complete 

discharge of the battery pack will lead to premature aging 

of the battery cells.

Protection from environmental  

influences

1.  Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles.
2.  Protect your cordless tool and the battery charger from 

moisture and rain. Moisture and rain can cause dangerous 

cell damage.

3.  Do not use the cordless tool or the battery charger near 

vapors and flammable liquids.

4.  Use the battery charger only in dry conditions and at an 

ambient temperature of 50-104°F (10-40°C).

5.  Do not keep the battery charger in places where the 

temperature is liable to reach over 104°F (40°C). In 

particular, do not leave the battery charger in a car that is 

parked in the sunshine.

Summary of Contents for iON15SB-CT

Page 1: ...anging accessories mWARNING Always disengage the switch lever and remove the battery pack before making any adjustments inspecting servicing changing accessories cleaning the snow blower or when any other dangerous conditions present Any such operation should be performed after revolving parts inside the snow blower stop completely Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the po...

Page 2: ...s 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 electric shock If an extension cord must be used plug the charger into a properly wired 16 gauge or larger extension cord with the fema...

Page 3: ...er to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate Never connect it to a different mains voltage 2 Protect the battery charger and its cord from damage Keep the charger and its cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Have damaged cords repaired without delay by a qualified technician at an authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe dealer or call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 86...

Page 4: ... an object If the snow blower accidentally strikes an object first stop the snow blower and remove the battery next inspect for damage finally repair or replace any damaged part before restarting and operating the snow blower Discharge chute safety Never direct the snow discharge chute at the operator at bystanders at vehicles or at windows The discharged snow which may contain foreign objects acc...

Page 5: ...on 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 debris DANGER Cutting dismemberment hazard Keep feet away from the rotating auger Symbols Symbol...

Page 6: ...fluffy Tire Size 6 3 in 16 cm Directional Control 180º auto rotate chute Weight snow blower alone 19 4 lbs 8 8 kg Weight snow blower with battery installed 20 9 lbs 9 5 kg Initial no load voltage when fully charged peaks at 40 volts nominal voltage under typical load is 36 volts 1 ON OFF switch lever 2 Handle bar 3 Safety switch button 4 Upper handle 5 Upper chute crank 6 Cotter pin 7 Cord clip 2 ...

Page 7: ... NOTE Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging material until you are ready to use the electric snow thrower The packaging is made of recyclable materials Properly dispose of these materials in accordance with local regulations or save the packaging for long term product storage IMPORTANT The equipment and packaging material are not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or ...

Page 8: ...ower crank rod into the opening at the back of the housing with holes aligned Figs 6 8 3 Secure the crank rod in place and replace the cotter pin Figs 9 10 as shown 4 Slide the upper crank rod through the rubber ring located on the middle frame Fig 11 Fig 5 Cotter pin Fig 6 Lower crank rod Housing opening Fig 7 Fig 8 Fig 9 Fig 10 Fig 11 Upper crank rod Rubber ring ...

Page 9: ...attery pack is completely sealed and maintenance free Battery Charge Level Indicator The battery pack is equipped with a push button for checking the charge level Simply press the push button to read off the battery charge level from the LEDs of the battery indicator All 3 level monitoring LEDs are lit Battery charge level is high 2 level monitoring LEDs are lit Battery charge level is decreasing ...

Page 10: ...battery pack s charge before starting a big job or after a long day of use Charging the Battery 1 Pull the push lock button on the battery to pull the battery pack up and out of the equipment Fig 16 2 Check that the mains voltage is the same as that marked on the rating plate of the battery charger Then insert the charger s plug into the electrical wall outlet When you plug in the charger the top ...

Page 11: ...WARNING Keep the area to be cleared free of stones toys or other foreign objects that the rotor blades might pick up and throw Such items could be covered by snow and are easy to overlook so be sure to conduct a thorough inspection of the area before beginning work NOTE Before using this machine make sure that the snow blower s roll shaft and rubber plates are firmly secured with screws and that t...

Page 12: ... force You should push the machine gently and evenly in accordance with the unit s throw rate 7 Do not apply additional man made load to the motor since this may cause motor damage 8 Some parts of the snow blower may freeze under extreme temperature conditions Do not attempt to operate the snow blower with frozen parts If the parts freeze while the snow blower is in use stop the snow blower remove...

Page 13: ...the unit Rotate the chute deflector by the chute control crank several times to remove any excess snow Proper Care for Battery Charger mWARNING To reduce the risk of injury always unplug the charger and remove the battery pack from the charger before performing any maintenance task Never disassemble the battery pack or charger Contact your Snow Joe Sun Joe dealer or the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer s...

Page 14: ...emoving the 4 screws on each side Fig 24 2 Remove the belt from the drive wheel Fig 25 3 Remove the drive wheel by turning it clockwise Fig 26 4 Remove the screws and washer on the other side and remove the auger axle Figs 27 28 5 Remove the old auger from the housing Fig 29 6 Install the replacement auger by following the above steps in reverse order Fig 24 Screw Side cover Fig 25 Belt Drive whee...

Page 15: ...removing the 4 screws Fig 32 2 Use your right hand to turn the rib side of the belt up and pull upwards while turning the auger pulley counterclockwise with your left hand The belt can be easily removed from the pulley Fig 33 3 Put the belt on the drive pulley first and then place the belt at the lower end of the auger pulley Fig 34 4 Use your right hand to press the belt with the ribbed side down...

Page 16: ...storage to maintain optimal battery performance Battery Caution Disposal Information 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 which...

Page 17: ...ed 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 Accessories Item Model 1 iONMAX 40 V 4 0 Ah Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 3 hours iCHRG40 DPC 3 5 hours Battery Run Time Max 32 min iBAT40 2 iONMAX 40 V 5 0 Ah PRO SERIES Lithium Ion Battery Battery Charge Time Max iCHRG40 3 5 hours iCHRG40 DPC 4 ho...

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Page 19: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

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