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Attach the thatch collection bag to the lawn sca 

dethatcher before operation.

1.

 

Lift the ejector flap, and hang the thatch collection bag to 

the mounting hooks (Fig. 7).

Re Emptying the Thatch 

Collection Bag

Empty the thatch collection bag frequently during use. Do not 
wait until it is completely full. We recommend emptying it when  
it is half full.

1.

 

Lift the ejector flap and pull the thatch collection bag off 

the mounting hooks to remove it.

2.

  Empty the bag's contents into a suitable waste receptacle. 

Mount the bag back into position before resuming work.

Intended Use

1.

  This sca dethatcher is designated with a 12 amp 

motor. Depending on the fitted cutting device, this 

machine is either intended for scarifying and removing 
thatch from lawns or raking in domestic and hobby 
gardens.

2.

  When used as a scarifier, this machine works by 

scratching through and between the grass with specially 
adapted prongs that collect and remove any unwanted 
parts from the lawn while leaving the grass blades intact. 

At the same time the machine scarifies the ground 

resulting in a better aeration.

3.

  When used as a dethatcher the fine needles will scratch the 

surface of the lawn while simultaneously picking up light 

debris for better oxygen absorption, airing and drainage.

4.

  This machine is not to be used in wet weather conditions 

and may not be used to mow dry, wet or unusually high 

grass, e.g., pasture grass or for shredding leaves.

5.

  This machine is intended for private domestic use only, 

not for any commercial trade use. It must not be used for 
any purposes other than those described.

Operation

Cutting Depth Adjustment

m

WARNING!

 

The unit must be switched off and 

disconnected from the power supply before adjusting the  
tine settings.

Adjust the depth according to the needs of your lawn. The 
most suitable depth depends on the kind of lawn and the 
actual height of the grass.

1.

 

Pull the depth adjustment lever away from the wheel, then 

move it forward or backward to adjust the cutting depth 
(Fig. 8).

2.

  Adjust the lever to one out of the four stages. Read the 

adjusted depth from the scale. 

Power Connection

Push a loop of the extension cord through the slot on the 

switch box from the opposite side of the switch box (Fig. 9). 
Insert the appliance cord into a proper outdoor extension cord 
(see Extension Cord Chart on page 3).

R

Mounting hook

Fig. 7

Ejector flap

R

R

Fig. 8

Depth adjustment 
lever

Pull out

Adjust

Minimal

For raking healthy lawn. Do not 
use for scarifying.

Middle

For transport, storage, scarifying 

and raking.

Deep

Deep

Setting

Depth

Application

5 mm

0 mm

-5 mm

-10 mm

For scarifying, not 

recommended for raking.

For scarifying, do not use 

 

for raking.

Summary of Contents for AJ798E-RM

Page 1: ... LLC All rights reserved Original instructions SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 1 A Division of Snow Joe LLC Model AJ798E RM Form No SJ AJ798E RM 880E M V1 ELECTRIC LAWN SCARIFIER DETHATCHER 12 6 INCH 12 AMP R OPERATOR S MANUAL ...

Page 2: ...rform better with less likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at the rate for which it is designed 7 Wear personal protective equipment When using this tool wear safety glasses with side shields or goggles to provide necessary eye protection Wear ear defenders to prevent hearing damage Use a face or dust mask if the work environment is dusty 8 Disconnect the tool Disconnect the ...

Page 3: ...f power and overheating 3 To reduce the risk of electric shock this appliance has a polarized plug i e one blade is wider than the other Use this appliance only with a polarized UL listed CSA certified in Canada extension cord recommended for outdoor use The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord reverse...

Page 4: ... position before unclogging the tines and when repairing adjusting inspecting or performing any other maintenance on the machine Take all necessary precautions when leaving the machine unattended Stop the motor and remove the power cord Before cleaning repairing or inspecting the unit shut off the motor disconnect the power supply and wait until all moving parts have come to a complete stop Never ...

Page 5: ...extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child Vibration Noise Reduction To reduce the impact of noise and vibration emission limit the time of operation use low vibration and low noise operating modes as well as wear personal protective equipment Take the following points into account to minimize the vibration and noise exposure risks O...

Page 6: ...ditions WEAR EYE AND HEARING PROTECTION For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles DANGER Rotating blades Keep hands and feet away from moving parts Wear protective gloves and non slip footwear when using the machine and handling debris SWITCH OFF Remove plug from outlet before cleaning or conducting maintenance checks Inspect the work area prior to use and remove all obje...

Page 7: ...reread it prior to each dethatching session BOTTOM 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 1 Upper handle frame 2 Upper handle knobs bolts 2 3 Middle handle bars 2 4 Lower handle knobs bolts 2 5 Lower handle bars 2 6 Ejector flap 7 Locking bolts 2 8 Bearing seat 9 Scarifying cylinder 10 Dethatcher cylinder 11 Hex key wrench 12 Front wheel 2 13 Rear wheel 2 14 Scarifying raking depth adjust...

Page 8: ...t all of the above items are supplied 2 Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping If you find damaged or missing parts DO NOT return the unit to the store Please call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 NOTE Do not discard the shipping carton and packaging material until you are ready to use the electric scari...

Page 9: ...ndle bars Fig 6 Thatch Collection Bag Assembly mWARNING Do not attempt to use the product without the thatch collection bag attached This could pose a danger of flying debris mWARNING The product must be switched off and the cutting device must have stopped rotating before you attach or empty the thatch collection bag mWARNING Never use the scarifier without the thatch collection bag securely fitt...

Page 10: ...s for better oxygen absorption airing and drainage 4 This machine is not to be used in wet weather conditions and may not be used to mow dry wet or unusually high grass e g pasture grass or for shredding leaves 5 This machine is intended for private domestic use only not for any commercial trade use It must not be used for any purposes other than those described Operation Cutting Depth Adjustment ...

Page 11: ...down Inspect the product thoroughly for damage Have any damage repaired before restarting mWARNING Extensive vibration of the product during operation is an indication of damage The product should be promptly inspected and repaired Check the machine its power cord and plug as well as accessories for damage before each use Do not use the machine if it is damaged or shows wear Double check that acce...

Page 12: ...erioration Examine the product regularly and replace worn or damaged parts for safety Check that covers and guards are undamaged and correctly fitted Carry out necessary maintenance or repairs before using the machine If the cutting device should happen to fail despite the care taken in manufacturing and testing repair should be carried out by an authorized repair facility Do not clean the machine...

Page 13: ...Make sure the cutting device dethatcher cylinder is inserted properly Make sure the semi circle on the bearing seat of the cylinder goes downward into the unit If the semi circle is face up it has been inserted incorrectly Fig 15 NOTE If you have any questions please call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 766 9563 1 866 SNOWJOE for assistance After Use 1 Switch the machine off ...

Page 14: ...sportation guards if applicable 3 Adjust the cutting depth to the transportation stage refer to CUTTING DEPTH ADJUSTMENT on page 10 4 Always transport the product by its handle 5 Protect the product from any heavy impact or strong vibrations which may occur during transportation in vehicles 6 Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over Service and Support If your AJ798E RM elect...

Page 15: ...sult a Not connected to power supply b Power cord or plug is defective c Other electrical defect to the product d Safety lock button not pressed e The machine is overheated a Connect to power supply b Contact an authorized service agent c Contact an authorized service agent d Press Safety lock button first then the switch lever e Clean the grass clippings around the cylinder Wait a while for the m...

Page 16: ...The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe to provide notice of such changes Accessories can be ordered online at sunjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 Replacement De...

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Page 19: ...hall 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 the Snow Joe Sun ...

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