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A Division of Snow Joe
®
, LLC
Model MJ-HVR12E
Form No. SJ-MJ-HVR12E-880E-MR2
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC HOVER BLADE
GRASS CUTTER
11-INCH | 10-AMP
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may
result in serious bodily injury or death.
General Safety WARNINGS!
When using this electric hover blade grass cutter, basic safety
precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
fire, electric shock and personal injury. These precautions
include:
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WARNING!
The use of any other accessory or
attachment might increase the risk of injury.
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WARNING!
To reduce the risk of injury, inspect the
unit assembly frequently and replace with recommended
replacement if there are signs of wear or deterioration.
Before using the grass cutter, take the time to familiarize
yourself with the controls, especially how to stop the grass
cutter in an emergency. The only individuals who should use
the grass cutter are those who have a thorough understanding
of the instructions and who know how to operate the machine.
Children should never be allowed access to the grass cutter.
Retain this manual for future reference and reread it at the start
of each mowing season.
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WARNING!
Contact with moving parts may cause
entanglement, dismemberment or other serious bodily
injury. Always keep body parts (i.e. hands, feet) a safe
distance away from moving parts. Ensure all covers and
guards are securely in place before use.
Hot surfaces (i.e. the motor) may ignite flammable or
combustible items and cause a fire or explosion, which
can result in serious bodily injury. Keep the grass cutter a
safe distance away from flammable or combustible items
until surfaces that are hot have completely cooled. Do
not store the grass cutter near flammable or combustible
items.
Damaged blades may break off the grass cutter assembly
and cause serious injury. Replace the damaged blade
before using the grass cutter.
1. Avoid dangerous conditions – Do not use the grass
cutter in the rain or when the grass is damp or wet.
2. Keep children, bystanders and pets away –
Always keep children, pets, and spectators a safe
distance away from the grass cutter during operation and
as the machine cools.
3. Dress properly – Always wear personal safety gear
(i.e. glasses, rubber gloves, protective footwear and dust
masks) and proper clothing when using the grass cutter.
Loose clothing, long hair or jewelry may get caught in the
moving parts.
4. Use the right appliance – Do not use the hover grass
cutter for any applications other than those for which it
was intended.
5. Do not force the hover grass cutter – 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 be alert and watch what you are
doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the hover
grass cutter when you are tired or under the influence of
alcohol or drugs.
8. Disconnect the hover blade grass cutter –
Turn OFF
and unplug the grass cutter when it's not in use, before
servicing it, when changing accessories and when
performing any other maintenance task.
9. Store idle hover grass cutter indoors – When not in use,
the hover grass cutter should be stored indoors in a dry,
locked place out of the reach of children.
10. Maintain the hover grass cutter with care – Keep
cutting edges sharp and clean for best and safest
performance.
11. Use personal protective equipment. Always wear eye
protection – Protective equipment such as safety glasses,
a dusk mask, non-skid safety shoes, a hard hat, and
hearing protection, when used for appropriate conditions,
will reduce the possibility of personal injuries.
12. Avoid unintentional starting – Ensure the switch is in the
OFF position before plugging the unit, or before picking up
or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with your finger
on the switch can lead to accidents.
