2
•
Do not switch the grass trimmer on in enclosed or poorly
ventilated spaces or in the presence of flammable and/or
explosive substances such as liquids, gases, and powders.
•
The user of the grass trimmer is responsible for any damage
sustained by third parties that has been caused by the
grass trimmer within the working area.
• Only cut during broad daylight or with adequate artificial
light.
•
Do not cross roads or gravel paths while the trimmer
is still running.
•
When the trimmer is not in use, store it in a dry place and
out of the reach of children.
•
The trimmer must be operated in a vertical position,
perpendicular to the ground.
•
Check regularly that all screws are properly secured.
Electrical Safety
1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for
this electric grass trimmer. Receptacles are available
having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this
measure of safety.
2.
Make sure that the mains voltage matches that listed on
the unit's rating label. Using the improper voltage can
damage the motor and injure the user.
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-, CSA- or ETL-
listed extension cord recommended for outdoor,
all-weather use, such as the Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
Power Joe SJTW-A 14-gauge 50-foot extension cord with
lighted end (Model PJEXT50-B). Visit snowjoe.com to
purchase this extension cord online or, to order by phone,
call 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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.
4. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use, such as
SW-A, SOW-A, STW-A,
STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A
,
or SJTOW-A.
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 ft (15 m), a No.16 AWG
(or greater) extension cord should be used. An undersized
cord will cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of
power and overheating.
5. 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.
6. Do not abuse the cord – Never pull the grass trimmer
by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
m
WARNING
m
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH. Heed these warnings:
• Do not allow any part of the electric grass trimmer
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, such as the Snow Joe
®
+
Sun Joe
®
Power Joe SJTW-A 14-gauge 50-foot
extension cord with lighted end (Model PJEXT50-B).
Visit snowjoe.com to purchase this extension cord
online or, to order by phone, call 1-866-SNOWJOE
(1-866-766-9563).
• Do not use an extension cord over 150 ft (46 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
Cord Length:
Min. Wire Gauge
(A.W.G.):
50 ft (15 m) 100 ft (30 m)
16
16
150 ft (46 m)
14
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Cord set
Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord
