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• Pay special attention when changing direction. Apply light
pressure to the handle in order to lift the tines and facilitate
the turn. Turn the product around using the wheels as a
guide. Gradually release pressure on the handle and move
the tines back to the ground.
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WARNING!
Stop the motor if the product strikes a
foreign object. Switch the product off, disconnect it from the
power supply, and let it cool completely. Inspect the product
thoroughly for damage and have any damage repaired before
restarting.
Extensive vibration of the product during operation is an
indication of damage. Immediately stop the motor and
promptly inspect and repair the tool.
After Use
• Switch the product off, disconnect it from the power
supply,
and let it cool completely.
•
Check, clean, and store the product as described below.
Care + Maintenance
The Golden Rules for Care
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WARNING!
Always switch the product off, disconnect
the product from the power supply, and let the product cool
completely before inspecting, cleaning, or performing any
other maintenance task.
• Keep the product clean. Remove any debris after each use
and before storage.
• Regular and proper cleaning will help ensure safe use and
prolong the life of the product.
• Inspect the product before each use for worn and damaged
parts. If you find broken and/or worn parts, do not use the
tool.
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WARNING!
Only perform the repairs and maintenance
work described in this manual. Any other work must be
performed by a qualified technician.
General Cleaning
• Clean the product with a dry cloth. Use a brush for areas
that are hard to reach.
• Be sure to clean the air vents after every use with a cloth
and brush.
• Remove stubborn dirt with high pressure air (max. 3 bar).
NOTE: Do not use chemical, alkaline, abrasive, or other
aggressive detergents or disinfectants to clean this product as
such substances might damage the tool's surfaces.
• Check for worn or damaged parts. Replace worn parts as
necessary or contact the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer
service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for
repair before using the product again.
Cleaning the Und Working Tool
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WARNING!
Wear safety gloves when working on or
near the working tool. Use appropriate tools (e.g a wooden
stick) when necessary; never use your bare hands!
• Keep the underbody and tines clean and free of debris.
Use a brush or another implement to remove soil from the
working tool.
•
All nuts and bolts must be checked periodically for
tightness before operation. After prolonged use, especially
in sandy soil conditions, the working tool will become worn
and lose some of its original shape. Tilling efficiency will be
reduced and the working tool should be replaced.
• Have worn or damaged working parts replaced with new
ones of the same type by a qualified technician.
• To prolong the life span of the working tool and the product,
lubricate the tines after each use.
Maintenance
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WARNING!
Unexpected tine movement may cause
personal injury. Before servicing, repairing, or inspecting
the unit, turn the motor OFF and disconnect the extension
cord. Wait for the tines to completely stop rotating before
conducting inspection, cleaning, or maintenance.
Before and after each use, check the product and accessories
(or attachments) for wear and damage. When necessary, only
use identical replacement parts that are approved by the
manufacturer.
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WARNING!
Contact with hot components (e.g. motor
housing, gear box, etc.) on the machine may cause burns.
Allow the machine to cool off before handling.
IMPORTANT!
•
Wear protective gloves when cleaning or maintaining the
machine.
• Do not use cleaning fluids or solvents or spray the
machine down with water (especially water under
pressure) when cleaning the machine.
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