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Transporting the Mower 

During normal operation, the blade reel will turn anytime the 

mower's front wheels are turning. To safely move the mower 

from one location to another without the blade reel turning, 

simply pivot the handle over the reel and push the mower from 

the opposite side. Pushing the mower in this manner (transport 

mode) prohibits the blade reel from turning (Fig. 10).

Care and Maintenance 

1.  Minimum care is required to ensure smooth operation of 

your mower.

2.  To avoid damage to the mower or cutting blades, keep the 

area to be mowed free from debris.

3.  For best results, regularly apply lubricant to the mower’s 

cutting surfaces, cutting reel axle shaft, and wheels.

Sharpening the Cutting Blades

1.  Spread a thin layer of lapping compound on the front edge 

of the reel blades.

2. 

Adjust the cutting bar so that the blade has light but firm 

contact across the full width of the bar. 

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CAUTION!

 Do not overtighten the adjusting screws, as 

this could damage the cutting bar. Tighten both screws during 

final adjustment.

3.  Turn the reel blades until the front edge of the cutting bar 

blade is polished.

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WARNING!

 Clean any grinding compound or debris 

from the cutting bar blade, reel blade, pinions, and pawls.
NOTE: Use industrial or valve lapping compound between 100 

and 240 grit.
NOTE: 

Lubricate the axle and pinion with a light film of wheel 

bearing grease.

Cleaning and Storage

1.  Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft 

brush and cloth before storing. Do not use water, solvents, 

or polishes.

2.  Turn the mower on its side to clean the blade area.

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WARNING!

 Do not place your hands inside or near the 

cutting area. If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade area, 

remove them using a wood or plastic cleaning tool appropriate 

for blade cleaning.

3.  Store the mower in a dry place. Do not place other objects 

on top of the mower during storage.

Maintenance Tips

Reel mowers are relatively low maintenance. For consistent 

cutting, follow the below instructions:

•  Always keep the cutting bar properly adjusted. Refer to the 

instruction manual for further directions.

•  Regularly clean and lubricate cutting edges with light spray oil.

IMPORTANT!

 Reel mowers have difficulty cutting tall weeds, 

such as dandelions, and will often bend, rather than cut, such 

weeds. Cut often to prevent this.

Service and Support

If your Sun Joe

®

 manual reel mower requires service or 

maintenance, please call the Snow Joe

®

 + Sun Joe

®

 customer 

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

Model and Serial Numbers 

When contacting the company or reordering parts, you will 

need to provide the model and serial numbers of your product. 

These are found on the decal affixed to the housing of your 

reel mower. Copy these numbers into the space provided 

below.

R

Handle

Fig. 10

Record the following numbers from the housing or handle of your  

new product:

M  J    5   0   4   M   -    R  M

Model #:

Serial #:

Summary of Contents for SUNJOE MJ504M-RM

Page 1: ... you get the most out of your product be sure to register online at to enjoy full product support AFFIX SERIAL NUMBER LABEL A Division of Snow Joe LLC OPERATOR S MANUAL Model MJ504M RM Form No SJ MJ504M RM 880E V1 R MANUAL QUAD WHEEL REEL MOWER 16 INCH 9 CUTTING HEIGHTS RAZOREEL ...

Page 2: ...he reel mower Always keep proper footing and balance when using this reel mower 5 Do not intentionally strike or hit trees fences or other objects Doing so can cause severe injuries or permanently damage the reel mower s mechanisms 6 Make sure that the reel mower is in proper working order prior to use Do not attempt to operate this reel mower if it is damaged Contact your authorized Snow Joe Sun ...

Page 3: ... presence of children Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Stay alert and stop the reel mower if a child enters the area Never allow children access to the machine Use extra care when approaching ...

Page 4: ...s and children a safe distance away DANGER Sharp blades can sever fingers and toes Keep away from the cutting area Slip on slope hazard Use extra caution when mowing on slopes to prevent slip and fall accidents 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 blades Symbols Symbols Descr...

Page 5: ...e reference R 1 Foam grip 2 Upper handle 3 Upper handle knob and bolt 2 4 Middle handle bar 2 5 Lower handle knob and bolt 4 6 Lower handle 7 Height adjustment levers 8 Rear wheel 2 9 Front wheel 2 10 Reel mower body 11 Steel blades 1 2 4 6 5 7 8 9 10 11 3 Technical Data Rotor 5 steel blades Cutting Width 16 in 40 6 cm Cutting Heights 1 1 in 2 9 in 27 mm 73 mm Wheel Size Front 10 in 25 cm Rear 6 i...

Page 6: ... accordance with local regulations IMPORTANT The equipment and packaging material are not toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Assembly Fitting the handle NOTE Do not tighten the knobs completely until assembly is complete 1 Secure the two middle handle bars to the upper handle using the first set of knobs and...

Page 7: ...t mWARNING The steel blades are extremely sharp To avoid injury do not touch the blades while making adjustments NOTE Although the blades are pre adjusted prior to leaving the factory it is recommended that the adjustment be verified prior to first use NOTE Vibrations during shipping can cause blade misalignment which often causes the blades to become too loose or too tight This will result in a r...

Page 8: ...ut line Mowing Tips Follow the 1 3 rule The 1 3 rule is key to an enjoyable mowing experience and a healthy lawn 1 You should mow your lawn regularly at least once a week during the growing season 2 Be guided by observing the lawn and taking care not to remove more than 1 3 of the total height of the turf at any mowing session and never more than 1 inch at a time Fig 8 3 Following this rule will s...

Page 9: ...ght film of wheel bearing grease Cleaning and Storage 1 Clean the exterior of the machine thoroughly using a soft brush and cloth before storing Do not use water solvents or polishes 2 Turn the mower on its side to clean the blade area mWARNING Do not place your hands inside or near the cutting area If grass cuttings are compacted in the blade area remove them using a wood or plastic cleaning tool...

Page 10: ...10 NOTES ...

Page 11: ...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 liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use or misuse of...

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