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Introduction
Thank you for purchasing a Snow Joe Snow Thrower. This machine has been engineered to provide excellent performance when
properly operated and maintained.
It is important that you read, and understand, the safety, operation and maintenance information before using the snow thrower. This
manual is used for both the SJ803 and SJ805 model snow throwers. Save this manual for future reference.
Safety
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WARNING
This symbol indicates important safety instructions. Failure to observe and follow these instructions may result
in personal injury or property damage. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to
operate this machine.
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WARNING
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65
Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to
State of California to cause cancer and birth defector or other reproductive harm.
Training
Follow these rules:
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Read, understand and follow all instructions on the snow
thrower and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble
and operate. Save this manual for reference and ordering
replacement parts.
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Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this
machine. Children 14 years old and over should be trained
and supervised by an adult who understands the operation of
the snow thrower.
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Never allow an untrained individual to operate the snow thrower.
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Understand the function of all the controls and their
proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and
disengage them quickly.
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Always plan your snow-throwing pattern to avoid discharge
of material toward people, pets and property. Thrown objects
can cause serious personal injury.
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Keep people, pets and property at least 75 feet from the snow
thrower while it is in operation. Stop the snow thrower if people
or pets enter the discharge area.
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Always observe the surface conditions in order to avoid slipping
or falling,especially when operating in reverse.
Preparation
Always inspect the area where the show thrower is to be used.
Remove all objects (e.g.: doormat, newspapers, stones and foreign
objects) that could be thrown by the auger/impeller or cause the
operator to trip.
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Thrown objects can cause serious injury to the eyes and
exposed body. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields
during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair.
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Always operate wearing adequate winter outer garments. Do
not wear jewelry, long scarves or other loose clothing, which
could become entangled in moving parts. Wear footwear
that provides sure footing.
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Use a grounded three-wire extension cord and receptacle for
units that have electric start engines. The electric starter is
equipped with a ground three-wire power cord and plug and
is designed to operate on 120 volt AC household current. It
must be used with a properly grounded three-prong receptacle
at all times to avoid the possibility of electric shock. Follow
all instructions carefully prior to operating the electric starter.
DO NOT use electric starter in rain.
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Adjust collector housing height to clear gravel or crushed
rock surfaces. Do not attempt to make any adjustments while
engine is running, except if specifically recommended in this
operator!s manual.
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Before starting the engine, disengage all clutch levers.
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Let the engine adjust to the outdoor temperature before
starting to clear snow.
Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive which
may result in serious injury or property damage. Use extreme care
when handling gasoline, avoid spilling gasoline on yourself or your
clothes. Wash your skin and change your clothes immediately if
gasoline spills on them.
Follow these rules:
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Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of
ignition when around gasoline.
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Always use an approved gasoline container.
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Never fill containers inside a vehicle or on a truck or trailer
bed with a plastic liner. Always place containers on the ground
away from your vehicle before filling.
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Always fuel machine outdoors, never indoors.
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Do not remove the gas cap or add fuel while the engine is
hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before
refueling.
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Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or
container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do
not use the nozzle lock-open device.
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Provide space for fuel expansion. Fill the fuel tank to no more
than 1/2 inch below bottom of filler neck. Do not over fill
fuel tank.
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Wipe off gasoline that spills on the engine and snow thrower
body. Move machine to another location and wait 5 minutes
before starting the engine.
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Always replace gasoline cap and tighten securely.
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Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing.
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Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there
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