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c)

  If electrolyte contacts the eyes, flush thoroughly 

and immediately with water. Seek medical 
attention.

Battery & Charger

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CAUTION:

 USE ONLY APPROVED REPLACEMENT 

BATTERIES, OTHER BATTERIES MAY CAUSE INJURY OR 
DAMAGE TO THE MOWER.
The battery that is supplied with this mower is a maintenance-
free, sealed, 24V storage battery. It can be tipped without 
danger of acid spillage. The charger will require approximately 
12 hours to recharge a fully discharged battery.

BATTERY SAFETY RULES

1. 

Allow at least 12 hours of battery charging before using 
the mower for the first time.

2.  

For optimal performance, charge the battery every two 
months, even when it is not in use.

3.  

Charge the battery in a cool, dry place.

4.  

The battery does not have to be fully discharged before 
recharging. This battery will not develop a memory.

5.  

2 to 3 initial charging/discharging cycles may be 
required in order to reach the maximum run time/
capacity.

6.  

Do not store battery in temperatures lower than 32°F 
(0°C).

PROPER CARE FOR BATTERY

Off-Season storage

In order to ensure optimal performance, it is recommended 
that the battery be charged every two months when not in use.
If all of the following conditions are met, the mower can be 
stored with the charger disconnected.

1.  

The mower is fully charged before storing.

2.  

The average temperature of the storage location 
is below 50°F (10°C).

3.  

The battery should not be stored for more than 
6 months.

CHARGER SAFETY RULES

Charge the mower battery in a dry area that is protected from 
the weather. Do not expose the mower or the charger to rain. 
Do not charge the battery in a wet location.
Operate the battery charger in temperatures between 23° 
and 104°F (-5° and 40°C). In order to reduce the risk of 
electric shock, use only the charger that is provided by the 
manufacturer to charge the battery.

DO NOT ABUSE THE CHARGE CORD

• Never carry the charger by the cord. Do not disconnect the 

charger from the outlet or from the mower by pulling the 
charger cord.

• Do not service the mower with the charger connected or 

with the safety key inserted.

• Do not use a damaged charger. Replace the charger cords 

or the charger immediately. Keep the mower and the 
charger away from water, heat sources (radiators, heaters, 
stoves, etc.), flames, and chemicals.

• Do not dispose of this product in fire, batteries inside this 

product may explode or leak.

IMPORTANT!

 

Safety Instructions for  

Walk-Behind Mowers

GENERAL OPERATION

1. 

Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the 
machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

2. 

Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. 
Always stay clear of the discharge opening.

3. 

Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the 
instructions, to operate this machine.

4. 

Clear the area of objects such as rocks, wire, toys, etc., 
which could be thrown by the blade. Stay behind the 
handle when the engine (motor) is running.

5. 

Be sure the area is clear of bystanders before 
operating. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. 

6. 

Do not operate machine barefooted or while wearing 
sandals. Always wear substantial footwear.

7. 

Do not pull machine backward unless absolutely 
necessary. Always look down and behind before and 
while moving backward.

8. 

Never direct discharged material toward anyone. Avoid 
discharging material against a wall or obstruction.

9. 

Do not operate machine without the entire grass 
catcher, discharge guard, rear guard, or other safety 
protective devices in place and working.

10. 

Never leave a running machine unattended.

11. 

Stop the engine (motor) and wait until the blade 
comes to a complete stop before cleaning the 
machine, removing grass catcher, or unclogging the 
discharge guard.

12. 

Operate machine only in daylight or good artificial light.

13. 

Do not operate machine while under the influence of 
alcohol or drugs.

14. 

Never operate mower in wet grass. 

15. 

Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before 
starting the engine (motor).

16. 

If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, 
stop the engine (motor) and check for the cause 
immediately. Vibration is generally a warning of trouble.

17. 

Always wear eye protection when operating machine.

Summary of Contents for SUNJOE MJ408CRM

Page 1: ...ermine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function Check for alignment of moving parts binding of moving parts breakage of parts mounting and any other condition that may affect its operation A guard or other part that is damaged should be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual 13 Keep guards in place and in worki...

Page 2: ... by pulling the charger cord Do not service the mower with the charger connected or with the safety key inserted Do not use a damaged charger Replace the charger cords or the charger immediately Keep the mower and the charger away from water heat sources radiators heaters stoves etc flames and chemicals Do not dispose of this product in fire batteries inside this product may explode or leak IMPORT...

Page 3: ...achine 4 Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child SERVICE GENERAL SERVICE 1 Keep all nuts and bolts tightly fastened 2 Never tamper with safety devices Regularly check to ensure they are in place and working properly 3 Keep the mower free from grass leaves or other debris buildup 4 If you strike a foreign object stop and inspec...

Page 4: ...fully before operating the mower Compare the illustration below to the mower in order to become familiar yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments Save this manual for future reference 1 Switch 2 Safety Key 3 Hand Grip 4 Power Button 5 Upper Handle 6 Lower Handle 7 Handle Knob 8 Battery 9 Motor Housing 10 Grass Catcher Bag 11 Grass Catcher Hook 12 Battery Plug 13 Chute Cov...

Page 5: ...ng the Grass Catcher Bag Fig 3 1 UNPLUG THE POWER CORD AND WAIT FOR BLADE TO COME TO A COMPLETE STOP 2 Lift the chute cover 3 While holding up the cover place the grass catcher bag hanger hooks into the opening on the chute cover to allow the hanger hooks to attach to the rod which secures the chute cover NOTE For optimal performance empty grass bag often during use A full grass bag will inhibit p...

Page 6: ...control lever Hold the switch control lever for operation 2 To stop the lawn mower release the switch control lever 3 If your lawn mower is not going to be used for a while pull out the safety key The machine will not operate without the safety key inserted m CAUTION Do not attempt to override the operation of the safety key or lever m WARNING The operation of any mower can result in foreign objec...

Page 7: ...green light will light up when the battery is fully charged 1 Plug the charger connector into the jack on the battery 2 Insert the 120 V plug from the charger into the electrical outlet 3 The red light on the charger should come on which indicates that the charger is working and the battery is being charged The red light will go out and the green light will come on when the battery is completely c...

Page 8: ... THROWN BY THE ROTATING BLADE 1 Release the switch to turn the mower OFF when crossing any graveled area stones can be thrown by the blade 2 Set mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds 3 For effective mulching do not cut wet grass be cause it tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing proper mulching of grass clippings New or thick grass may re...

Page 9: ... cover do not use water Wipe the mower clean with a dry cloth occasionally If debris build up on the underside of the unit while using stop the motor and disconnect it from the power supply Tilt the mower forward or on its side and scrape it clean with an appropriate tool Storage The following steps should be taken to prepare the lawn mower for storage Make certain the power cord is disconnected C...

Page 10: ...prevent accidental start ups remove the safety key when the mower is not in use Remove the battery when making any adjustments or when any of the four wheels must be lifted off the ground 3 Keep the handles dry clean and free of oil and grease 4 In order to reduce the risk of fire keep the motor free of grass leaves and debris build up 5 Frequently check the blade and motor mounting bolts for prop...

Page 11: ...NOTES 11 ...

Page 12: ...s warranty Parts used that are not genuine Snow Joe parts are not covered by this warranty Damages resulting from misuse alteration improper assembly improper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered under this warranty Belts augers and tines are not covered under warranty belts augers and tines wear out and can be purchased at www snowjoe com or by calling 1 866 766 956...

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