Use and Care Manual

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3. To stop the mower, release the On/O switch lever.
mWARNING! The mower blade will continue to rotate for
a brief period after the unit has been switched o. Do not tilt or
carry the unit while the motor is still running and do not touch
the blade while it is still rotating. Failure to comply could result
in severe personal injury.
Mowing Tips
mWARNING! Inspect the area prior to mowing and
remove all the stones, sticks, wires and other foreign objects
that could be picked up and thrown by the rotating blade.
Failure to comply not only will damage the mower blade, but
can also lead to serious personal injury.
• Be sure to check the blades periodically for signs of wear
and replace them at least once per year, as described in
the maintenance section.
NOTE: Sharp blades will greatly enhance the performance
of the reel mower, especially when cutting tall grass.
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed
in order to allow for a more eective cut and a proper
discharge of the clippings. For a healthy lawn, always cut
o one-third or less from the total length of the grass. The
average lawn should be approximately 1.5 in. to 2 in. (3.8
cm to 5 cm) long during cool months, and more than 2 in.
(5 cm) long during hot months. If there is growth, the lawn
should be cut in the fall.
• The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same
height and in alternate directions.
• When crossing any gravelled surfaces, release the On/
O switch lever to turn o the mower. The stones can be
picked up and thrown by the rotating blade.
• Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing
on uneven ground or in tall weeds.
mWARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and remove the battery. Thoroughly inspect the mower and
repair any damage before resuming work.
• Switch o the motor before emptying the grass collection
bag. Always ensure that a safe distance (provided by the
length of the long handles) is maintained between the
user and the mower housing. Be especially careful when
mowing and changing direction on slopes and inclines.
• Maintain a solid footing and wear sturdy, non-slip footwear
and long trousers. Always mow across an incline (not up
and down).
• Use special caution when backing up and pulling the reel
mower towards you as such maneuvering of the machine
poses a tripping hazard.
• For eective mulching, do not cut wet grass; it tends to
stick to the underside of the deck, preventing the proper
mulching of grass clippings. The best time to mow grass
is in the late afternoon, when the grass is dry and the
newly cut area will not be exposed to direct sunlight.
• For the best mulching performance, set the cutting height
to remove approximately one third of the grass length,
ideally no more than 1.5 in. at one time. If the grass is
overgrown, it may be necessary to increase the cut height
to make it easier to mow and to prevent overloading
the motor. Slow your cutting pace in tall or thick grass
conditions. For mulching extremely thick or tall grass, it is
advisable to rst cut at a high cut-height setting, and then
re-cut to the nal cut height. Otherwise, make narrower
cuts and mow slowly. ALWAYS MAKE SURE THAT THE
BLADE IS SHARP.
Maintenance
m
WARNING! Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting
the reel mower, stop the machine, disconnect the safety key
and the battery. Verify that all moving parts have come to a
complete stop.
General
• Always keep the reel mower clean and free of grass, dirt,
or other debris.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
• After each cutting session, remove accumulated grass
clippings and debris using either a dry cloth or hand
brush. You may also clean the equipment with a damp
cloth. Do not use cleaning agents or harsh solvents as
they may damage the equipment's plastic components.
Make sure that no water penetrates the equipment's
interior as intake of water can destroy the switch
mechanism and the electric motor.
• Do not clean the reel mower with running water,
particularly with high-pressure water.
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws for proper tightness
before each use.
• Frequently inspect the grass collection bag for signs of
wear and replace immediately with a genuine Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
part if damage is found.
• Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.
Lubrication
All of the bearings in this product are lubricated with a
sucient amount of high grade lubricants for the life of the
unit under normal operation conditions. Therefore, no further
lubrication of the bearings is needed.
Ensuring a clean cut
mWARNING! The steel blades are extremely sharp.
To avoid injury, do not touch the blades while making
adjustments. Misalignment of the blades can occur, which
often results from blades that are either too loose or too tight.
This can cause an uneven cut or diculty pushing the mower.
1. Place the mower on a at surface. Remove the handles
and the grass collection bag. Turn the mower upside
down to expose the blades and the cutting bar.
2. Insert a piece of paper between the steel blades and the
cutting bar, then slowly turn the wheel by hand (Fig. 18).