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, LLC

All rights reserved. Original instructions.

A Division of Snow Joe

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, LLC

Model MJ401C

Form No. SJ-MJ401C-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

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CORDLESS LAWN MOWER

28 V D.C. | 4.0 Ah | 14-INCH

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 cordless lawn mower, 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! 

Do not operate without the entire grass 

catcher, discharge guard, rear guard or other safety protective 

devices in place and in proper working order.

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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 

catcher assembly frequently and replace with recommended 

replacement if there are signs of wear or deterioration.
Before using the mower, take the time to familiarize yourself 

with the controls, especially how to stop the mower in 

an emergency. The only individuals who should use the 

mower 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 mower.
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 mower a safe 

distance away from flammable or combustible items until 

surfaces that are hot have completely cooled. Do not store 

the mower near flammable or combustible items.

A damaged blade or worn blade nut may break off the 

mower assembly and cause serious injury. Replace the 

damaged blade or blade nut before using the mower.

1.  Avoid dangerous conditions – Do not use the mower in 

the rain or when the grass is damp or wet.

2.  Keep children, bystanders and pets away – Always 

keep children and spectators a safe distance away from 

the mower 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 mower. Loose 

clothing, long hair or jewelry may get caught in the moving 

parts.

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 be 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.

8.  Disconnect the lawn mower –

 Turn OFF and remove 

safety key when the mower is not in use, before servicing 

it, 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.

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 insert the safety key, or before 

picking up or carrying the tool. Carrying power tools with 

your finger on the switch or charging power tools with the 

switch ON can lead to accidents.

13.  Remove any adjusting key or wrench before starting 

the power tool – A wrench or a key left attached to a 

rotating part of the power tool may result in personal 

injury.

Summary of Contents for MJ401C

Page 1: ...de nut may break off the mower assembly and cause serious injury Replace the damaged blade or blade nut before using the mower 1 Avoid dangerous conditions Do not use the mower in the rain or when the grass is damp or wet 2 Keep children bystanders and pets away Always keep children and spectators a safe distance away from the mower during operation and as the machine cools 3 Dress properly Always...

Page 2: ... charge lawn mower in rain or in wet locations Battery Safety Warnings This manual contains important safety and operating instructions for your battery and charger 1 Before using the charger thoroughly read all instructions and cautionary markings on the charger the battery and the unit mWARNING If the lawn mower housing is cracked or damaged do not insert the charging adapter into the power tool...

Page 3: ...ubstantial footwear Always look down and behind before and while moving backward with the mower Never direct discharged material toward anyone Avoid discharging material against a wall or other obstruction Do not operate the machine without the entire grass catcher discharge guard rear guard or other safety protective devices in place and in proper working order Never leave a running machine unatt...

Page 4: ...s leaves or other debris buildup If you strike a foreign object stop and inspect the machine Repair if necessary before restarting Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine motor running Always plug out the safety key before adjusting cleaning or repairing Check the grass bag components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary ...

Page 5: ...y wear ear defenders and safety goggles Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away DANGER Rotating blades Keep hands and feet away Symbols Symbols Descriptions Descriptions WARNING Do not expose or operate the unit in rain or wet conditions Keep dry Wear protective gloves and non slip footwear when using the machine and handling debris Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the work area...

Page 6: ...tery capacity indicator 10 Battery gauge cover 11 Wheels 4 12 Mower deck 13 Grass collection bag 14 Ejector flap 15 Lower handle 16 Upper handle 17 Hand grip 18 AC charger 7 9 10 11 17 Initial no load voltage when fully charged peaks at 29 4 volts nominal voltage under typical load is 28 volts 8 Technical Data Battery Voltage 28 V D C Battery Capacity 4 0 Ah Charger Input 100 240 V AC 50 60 Hz 0 8...

Page 7: ... insert the safety key until assembly is complete Failure to comply could result in accidental starting and serious personal injury mWARNING Before performing any maintenance make sure the key is removed from the unit Failure to heed this warning could result in serious personal injury mWARNING The product must be fully assembled before operation Do not use a product that is only partially assembl...

Page 8: ...quipped with a battery capacity indicator system under the battery gauge cover To check the battery capacity lift up the battery gauge cover and push the button Fig 7 The charge indicator system indicates the battery status of the lawn mower as the table shows below Battery Charging The battery in this lawn mower has been designed to provide maximum trouble free life However like all batteries it ...

Page 9: ...awn mower The light will turn green when the lawn mower is fully charged The charging process starts as soon as the charger is plugged into both the proper electrical outlet and the tool During the charging procedure the housing of the tool will feel slightly warm to the touch This is normal When no further use is planned for an extended period of time disconnect the battery charger from the outle...

Page 10: ...standstill Wearing gloves is recommended due to the close proximity of the cutting blade ALWAYS FOLLOW ALL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS LISTED PREVIOUSLY IN THIS MANUAL 1 Power off and move the key out from the slot 2 Remove and empty the grass collection bag 3 Place the lawn mower on its side 4 The wheel axles can be placed into 3 different cutting heights low will cut grass the shortes...

Page 11: ...radients exceeding 15 degrees Use special caution when backing up and pulling the lawn mower towards you as such maneuvering of the machine poses a tripping hazard Maintenance Care mWARNING Before cleaning repairing or inspecting the mower disconnect the power supply by plugging out the safety key and verify that all moving parts have come to a complete stop General Always keep the mower clean and...

Page 12: ...r wear heavy duty gloves 4 Using the spanner provided remove the bolt and the washer securing the blade by turning the bolt counterclockwise then carefully remove the blade Fig 14 5 Fit the new blade the washer and the bolt back on following the same steps in reverse order Fig 15 Storage Follow the steps below to prepare the lawn mower for storage 1 Remove the safety key from the slot 2 Clean the ...

Page 13: ...mes and materials are emitted into the surrounding atmosphere 1 Batteries vary according to device Consult your manual for specific information 2 Install only new batteries of the same type in your product where applicable 3 Failure to insert batteries in the correct polarity as indicated in the battery compartment or manual may shorten the life of the batteries or cause batteries to leak 4 Do not...

Page 14: ...d switched off by the overload protection system a Charge the battery b Reset the cutting height c Clean the mower deck Make sure the blade is free to move d Cool down the machine for 5 mins Wait for the overload protection to reset the machine a The lawn is rough or uneven b The blade is not sharp enough a Adjust cutting height b Sharpen or replace the blade Fault Possible Cause Remedy The mower ...

Page 15: ... 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 snowjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 10 6 gallon 40 l gra...

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Page 19: ... the owner s manual Snow Joe Sun Joe will not be responsible for the cost of any unauthorized warranty repairs 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 while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this warranty Wearing parts like belts augers chai...

Page 20: ... California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are lead from lead based paints crystalline silica from bricks and cement and other masonry products and arsenic and chromium from chemically treated lumber Your risk from these exposures varies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a we...

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