ELECTRIC EDGER + TRENCHER
Model MTS-EDG1
Form No. SJ-MTS-EDG1-880E-M
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
© 2017 by Snow Joe
®
, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1
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
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WARNING!
When using the electric edger + trencher,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injury. These
include:
Work Area Safety
1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All
spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance
away from the work area.
3. Do not operate the electric edger + trencher in
explosive atmospheres – Such as in the presence of
flammable liquids, gases, or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
4. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use appliances
in damp or wet locations. Do not use in rain.
Personal Safety
1. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the edger + trencher when you are
tired, or under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
2. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Rubber gloves,
long pants and substantial, non-skid footwear are
recommended when working outdoors. Do not go
barefoot or wear sandals. Wear protective hair covering to
contain long hair.
3. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry plugged-in
tool with finger on the trigger. Make sure the switch is off
before plugging in the tool.
4. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
5. Use personal protective equipment – Always wear eye
protection. Protective equipment such as dusk mask, non-
skid safety shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection used for
appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Tool Use and Care
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WARNING!
Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or
cutting edges when picking up or holding the appliance.
1. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less
likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used at
the rate for which it was designed.
2. Keep children and bystanders away – Children and
other spectators, including pets, should be kept at least
50 feet (15 meters) away from the work area.
3. Use safety glasses and other safety equipment –
Use safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields,
complying with applicable safety standards and, when
needed, a face shield. Also use face or dust mask if
operation is dusty. This applies to all persons in the work
area. Also use a hard hat, hearing protection, gloves,
safety shoes and dust collection systems when specified
or required.
4. Use the right tools – Do not use tools for any job except
that for which they are intended.
5. Store idle tools indoors – When not in use, tools should
be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place out
of the reach of children.
6. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the tool by the cord
or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
7. Do not force the tool – It will do the job better and with
less likelihood of injury if it is used at the rate for which it
was designed.
8 Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the appliance from the
power supply when not in use, before servicing, and when
changing accessories such as blades and the like.
9. Store idle tools indoors – When not in use, tools should
be stored indoors in a dry and high or locked-up place out
of the reach of children.
10. Maintain tools with care – Keep cutting edge clean for
best performance and to reduce the risk of injury. Follow
instructions for lubricating and changing accessories.
Inspect appliance cord periodically and if damaged, have
it repaired by authorized service facility. Inspect extension
cords periodically and replace if damaged. Keep handles
dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
