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4.  Use the right appliance – Do not use the lawn mower 

for any applications other than those for which it was 

intended.

5.  Do not force the lawn mower – It will perform better with 

less likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used 

at the rate for which it was designed.

6.  Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at 

all times. 

7.  Stay alert – Always stay alert and watch what you are 

doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the lawn 

mower when you are tired or under the influence of 

alcohol or drugs. This lawn mower is not designed to be 

used by people (including children) with limited physical, 

sensory or mental capacities. It should also not be used 

by those lacking the proper experience and/or knowledge 

unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible 

for their safety or they have received instructions from 

such a person on how to safely use the equipment.

8.  Disconnect the lawn mower – Disconnect the lawn 

mower from the power supply when it is not in use, 

before servicing, when changing accessories, and when 

performing any other maintenance task.

9.  Store idle lawn mower indoors – When not in use, the 

lawn mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked 

place out of the reach of children.

10. Maintain the lawn mower with care – Keep cutting 

edges sharp and clean for best and safest performance.

 

Inspect the lawn mower cord periodically and if damage 

is found have it repaired by an authorized service facility. 

Extension cords should also be inspected periodically 

and immediately replaced if damaged. Keep handles dry, 

clean, and free from oil and grease.

Electrical Safety

1.  Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should 

be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for 

the lawn mower. Receptacles are available having built-in 

GFCI protection and may be used for this  

measure of safety.

2.  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 the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain 

a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension 

cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. The 

extension cord plug will fit into the polarized wall outlet 

only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall 

outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, 

contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall 

outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension cord 

receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.

3.  To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord 

suitable for outdoor use, such as SW, SOW, STW, STOW, 

SJTW, or SJTOW.

  Before use, check that the extension cord is in good 

condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to 

use one heavy enough to carry the current your product 

will draw. For lengths less than 50 feet, a No. 14 AWG 

extension cord should be used. An undersized cord will 

cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and 

overheating.

4.  To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the 

extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two 

cords as shown in Table 1.

5.  Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the lawn mower by the 

cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. 

Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.

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WARNING 

 

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Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or 

DEATH. Heed these warnings:

•  Do not allow any part of the electric lawn mower to 

make contact with water while it is in operation. If the 

appliance becomes wet while turned off, wipe dry 

before starting. 

•  Use only a UL-, CSA-, or ETL-rated extension cord 

for outdoor, all-weather use.

•  Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft (30 m).
•  Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands 

or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots 

offers some protection. 

EXTENSION CORD CHART

Extension Cord

Length

Wire Gauge (A.W.G.):

Up to 50 ft

(15 m)

+50 ft - 100 ft

(+15 m - 30 m)

14

12

Cord set

(B) Connect plug and receptacle

Appliance cord

(A) Tie cord as shown

Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord

Summary of Contents for MJ408E

Page 1: ...ATED LAWN MOWERS 1 Replacement parts When servicing this unit use only identical replacement parts Replace or repair damaged cords immediately 2 Polarized plug Polarized appliance connections reduce the risk of electric shock This lawn mower has a polarized plug one blade is wider than the other and will require the use of a polarized extension cord There is only one way the lawn mower s plug will...

Page 2: ...ertified 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 the plug If the plug still does not fit obtain a correct polarized extension cord A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet The extension cord plug will fit in...

Page 3: ...bstantial footwear Always look down and behind before and while moving backward with the lawn mower Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or other obstruction Never leave a running machine unattended Stop the engine motor and wait until the blade comes to a complete stop before cleaning the machine removing the grass collection bag changing access...

Page 4: ... or other objects that may block your view of a child Service Keep all nuts and bolts tight Never tamper with safety devices Regularly check to ensure these devices are in place and in proper working order Keep the lawn mower free from grass leaves or other debris buildup Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Always unplug electric lawn mowers before adjusting cleanin...

Page 5: ...ry mower blade Thrown objects and rotating blade can cause severe injury Wear eye and hearing protection For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away CPSC danger label Symbols Symbols Descriptions Descriptions Blades continue to rotate after machine is switched off Disconnect the mains plug if the cord is damaged or entangled...

Page 6: ...nce cord 5 Upper handle knobs and bolts 2 6 Lower handle 7 Cable clip 2 8 Grass collection bag 9 Ejector flap 10 Cutting height adjustment lever 11 Lower handle knobs 2 12 Rear wheels 13 Side discharge door 14 Front wheels 15 Side discharge chute 16 Mulching plug Technical Data Rated Voltage 120 V 60 Hz Power 12 A No Load Speed 3 400 rpm Rotor Solid steel Cutting Width 20 in 50 cm Cutting Height 1...

Page 7: ...t toys Do not let children play with plastic bags foils or small parts These items can be swallowed and pose a suffocation risk Assembly mWARNING Do not connect to the power supply until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury mWARNING Never operate the mower without the proper devices in place Never operate the mower with damaged safe...

Page 8: ...ook the grass collection bag s rod end on the small gaps Fig 6 Side Discharge Chute Assembly Fitting Use the side discharge chute on your mower when the grass is too tall to mulch or when side discharging is preferred The grass clippings produced by the side discharge chute are noticeably larger by those produced by the mulching plug NOTE When using the side discharge chute do not assemble the gra...

Page 9: ...ALWAYS FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS LISTED PREVIOUSLY IN THIS MANUAL 1 Power off and unplug the lawn mower 2 Push the cutting height adjustment lever to the outside of the original slot Fig 9 3 Insert the lever into the desired slot 7 Position Height Adjustment 1 1 96 in 50 mm 2 2 32 in 59 mm 3 2 68 in 68 mm 4 2 99 in 76 mm 5 3 35 in 85 mm 6 3 74 in 95 mm 7 4 13 in 105 mm 4 Re...

Page 10: ...ll reduce the risk of lawn damage during start up Fig 11 5 To start the lawn mower press and hold the safety lock button while pulling the switch bar lever toward you Once the machine powers on release the safety lock button Fig 12 6 Let the motor get up to speed gently lowering the lawn mower down into the cutting position and start mowing Fig 13 7 To stop the lawn mower release the switch bar le...

Page 11: ...disconnect the power cord Thoroughly inspect the lawn mower for any damage Repair any damage before operating the lawn mower Maintenance mWARNING 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 ...

Page 12: ...nowjoe com or to order by phone contact Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 The use of parts that do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance of the lawn mower may compromise operator safety and will void the manufacturer s warranty 1 Disconnect the electrical supply to the lawn mower and wait until the blade comes to a complete ...

Page 13: ...l or stains Replace the extension cord immediately if it is cut or damaged in any way 6 Wind the cord in a series of equal loops to prevent it from tangling 7 Do not cover the lawn mower with a solid plastic sheet Plastic coverings trap moisture around the lawn mower which can damage the unit Service Support If your Sun Joe MJ408E electric lawn mower requires service or maintenance please call the...

Page 14: ...ctrical brake could still be engaged Check mains extension cord and circuit breaker fuse Clean discharge channel housing Start lawn mower on short grass or in a previously mowed area and tilt back Correct the cutting height Check that you are using a suitable extension cord of proper gauge and length see Extension Cord Chart pg 2 Power source e g generator has too low voltage Air vents are blocked...

Page 15: ...e injury or mechanical damage Model Accessories Item 1 2 3 Snow Joe Sun Joe Power Joe SJTW A 14 gauge 50 foot extension cord with lighted end PJEXT50 B 20 Inch 50 cm mower blade 14 5 gal 55 l grass collection bag MJ408E 74 MJ408E BAG R Side discharge chute for MJ408E MJ408E 39 4 Mulching plug for MJ408E MJ408E 37 5 NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow J...

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Page 19: ...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 Joe products covered by this warranty This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service during reasonable periods of malfunction or non use of this product...

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