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Mowing Tips
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WARNING!
Inspect the area prior to mowing and
remove all the stones, sticks, wires, and other debris that might
be thrown by the rotating blade.
NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of
the lawn mower, especially when cutting tall blades of grass.
• Be sure to check the blade periodically for signs of wear
and sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the
maintenance section.
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In order to prevent electric shock, do not operate the lawn
mower in damp or wet conditions.
• Do not mow in a circle. Travel back and forth across the
lawn following the path outlined below (Fig. 15).
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed
in order to allow for a more effective cut and a proper
discharge of the clippings. For a healthy lawn, always cut
off one-third or less from the total length of the grass. The
average lawn should be approximately 1.5 to 2 in. (3.8 cm
to 5 cm) long during cool months, and more than 2 in.
(5 cm) long during hot months. If there is growth, the lawn
should be cut in the fall.
• While mowing, make sure that the electric cable is always
behind you and resting on the area of grass already cut.
• The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same
height and in alternate directions.
• When crossing any graveled area, release the switch bar
lever to turn off the lawn mower. The stones can be picked
up and thrown by the rotating blade.
• Set the lawn mower to the highest cutting height when
mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds.
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WARNING!
If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the lawn
mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating
the lawn mower.
Maintenance
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WARNING!
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the
lawn mower, disconnect the power supply to the unit and verify
that all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
General
• Always keep the lawn mower clean and free of grass, dirt,
or other debris.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
• After each cutting session, remove accumulated grass
clippings and debris using either a dry cloth or hand
brush. You may also clean the equipment with a damp
cloth. Do not use cleaning agents or harsh solvents as
they may damage the equipment's plastic components.
Make sure that no water penetrates the equipment's
interior as intake of water can destroy the switch/plug
mechanism and the electric motor.
• Do not clean the lawn mower with running water,
particularly with high-pressure water.
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws for proper tightness
before each use.
• Frequently inspect the grass collection bag for signs of
wear and replace immediately with a genuine Snow Joe
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Sun Joe
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part if damage is found.
• Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.
Lubrication
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sufficient amount of high grade lubricants for the life of the
unit under normal operation conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication of the bearings is needed.
AT THE BEGINNING AND END OF EACH MOWING
SEASON:
1. Lubricate the springs on the rear discharger door with
light oil.
2. Remove the blade and the blade rotor assembly and
lubricate the motor shaft with light oil or engine oil. See
Blade Replacement section for instructions.
Blade Maintenance
IMPORTANT: The mower blade is sharp and can cause severe
personal injury if handled incorrectly. Wrap the blade or wear
protective gloves, and use extra caution when handling.
The steel blade is designed to provide a fine cut in long or
tough grass. Deterioration in the quality of cut indicates blade
wear or damage.
Fig. 15
