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A Division of Snow Joe

, LLC Model 320E Form No. SJ-320E-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

ELECTRIC SNOW SHOVEL

10-INCH | 8.5-AMP

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Read all instructions before using this electric snow shovel.

Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce

the risk of re, electric shock and personal injury.

General Safety WARNINGS!

You and any other operator of this snow shovel must read,

understand and follow these instructions in their entirety, and

should reread them at the start of each snow season.

Failure to follow these instructions may result in ELECTRIC

SHOCK, FIRE and/or serious PERSONAL INJURY.

Notice the personal safety alert symbol

m used in this

manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along

with the particular operating instruction. This means that

the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION and

AWARENESS.

1. Keep work area clean and well lit – Cluttered, dark areas

invite accidents.

2. Use the right product – Do not use this machine for any

job except that for which it is intended.

3. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only

identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged

cord immediately.

Do not use on gravel surfaces unless the snow shovel

is adjusted for such surfaces in accordance with the

operator’s manual.

4. Keep children, bystanders and pets away –

All spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe

distance away from the work area.

5. Dress properly – Do not wear loose articles of clothing or

jewelry. They can become caught in moving parts.

Wear rubber boots.

The electric snow shovel should not be operated in the

hand-held position except when the instructions provided

in this manual deem such use permissible.

6. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the electric

snow shovel with your nger on the switch. Make sure the

switch is o before plugging in the unit.

If the cord is damaged in any manner during operation,

pull the extension cord from the wall receptacle.

7. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving

parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.

mCAUTION! Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.

Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and

improve your footing on slippery surfaces.

9. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear,

snug-tting clothing, protective gloves, hearing and head

protection.

10. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common

sense. Do not operate the electric snow shovel when you

are tired or under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.

11. 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.

12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at

all times.

13. If the electric snow shovel strikes a foreign object,

follow these steps:

• Stop the electric snow shovel.

• Inspect for damage.

• Repair any damage before restarting and operating

the snow shovel.

14. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the electric snow

shovel from the power supply when it is not in use,

before servicing it, when changing accessories and when

performing any other maintenance task.

15. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the electric

snow shovel should be stored indoors in a dry, locked

place out of the reach of children.

16. Maintain the electric snow shovel with care –

Follow the applicable maintenance instructions for

replacing parts and changing accessories. Lubrication is

not required.

mThis is the safety alert symbol. It is used to alert

you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all

safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid

possible injury or death.

Improperly using or maintaining this electric snow

shovel could result in injury or death. To reduce

this potential, comply with the following safety

instructions.

Summary of content (12 pages)

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R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC ELECTRIC SNOW SHOVEL 10-INCH | 8.5-AMP Model 320E Form No. SJ-320E-880E-M IMPORTANT! 7. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order. Safety Instructions 8. All Operators Must Read These Instructions Before Use mCAUTION! Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling. Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and improve your footing on slippery surfaces. 9.
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This electric snow shovel can amputate hands and feet if used incorrectly. It can also pick up foreign objects, which can become dangerous projectiles when thrown into the air. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious personal injury. • When cleaning, repairing or inspecting the electric snow shovel, make sure that all moving parts have come to a complete stop before beginning work. • Exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes.
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. 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. 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.
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Safety Symbols The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. WARNING! Electrical shock hazard. SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a precaution, a warning or a danger.
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Know Your Electric Snow Shovel Read the owner’s manual and safety rules carefully before operating your electric snow shovel. Compare the illustration below to the actual unit in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. THE OTHER SIDE 1. Upper handle 2. Safety switch 1 3. ON/OFF trigger switch 2 3 4. Appliance cord 5. Handle knob 6. Joint-fixing knob, washer and bolt (2) 4 7. Middle pole 8. Lower pole 13 5 9.
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Unpacking 2. Insert the bolts through the aligned holes in the poles and secure the other end with the washers and the joint-fixing knobs (Fig. 2). Twist until tight. Carton Contents NOTE: You may have to carefully move the wiring inside the tube to one side if it blocks the path of the bolt. • Upper pole assembly • Lower pole assembly Fig. 2 • Middle pole Upper pole • Joint-fixing knob, washer and bolt (x2) • Manuals with registration card Joint-fixing knob 1.
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Connecting to a Power Source Fig. 6 To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other; see Fig. 4). Fig. 4 Upper handle Appliance cord Cord restraint hook Extension cord 3. Connect the extension cord to the appliance cord (Fig. 6). Polarized plug NOTE: Securing the extension cord in this way helps to prevent you from accidentally disconnecting the extension cord from the appliance during operation. 4.
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NOTE: Devices for retaining extension cords are commercially available, should you wish to purchase one. • Direct the snow discharge to the right or to the left by holding the electric snow shovel at a slight angle. 5. For added protection against snow, ice, sun damage, rain, dust, tree sap and birds, cover your electric snow shovel with the Snow Joe® Universal Fit Snow Shovel Cover (Model SJCVR-13). To order this cover online, visit snowjoe.com or, to order by phone, call 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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Optional Accessories m WARNING! ALWAYS use only authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® replacement parts and accessories. NEVER use replacement parts or accessories that are not intended for use with this electric snow shovel. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your electric snow shovel. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage.
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SNOW JOE® + SUN JOE® CUSTOMER PROMISE ABOVE ALL ELSE, Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® are dedicated to you, our customer. We strive to make your experience as pleasant as possible. Unfortunately, there are times when a product does not work or breaks under normal operating conditions. We think it’s important that you know what you can expect from us. That’s why we created the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® promise. OUR PROMISE: Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® warrant new products for two years from the date of purchase.
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