Snow Joe MJ403E Mow Joe 17-Inch 13-Amp Electric Lawn Mower/Mulcher - Manual (Page 8)

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• While mowing, make sure that the electric cable is always
behind you and resting on the area of grass already cut.
• The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same
height and in alternate directions.
• When crossing any graveled area, release the switch bar
lever to turn off 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.
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WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the mower
for any damage. Repair any damage before operating the
mower.
Mulching Tips
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WARNING! Inspect the area prior to mowing/mulching
and remove all the stones, sticks, wires and other debris that
might be thrown by the rotating blade.
• To convert your lawn mower to a mulching mower, lift up
the bag cover and remove the collection bag. Insert the
mulch plug (Fig. 7) and close the bag cover.
• For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass because it
tends to stick to the underside of the deck, preventing
proper mulching of grass clippings. New or thick grass
may require a narrower cut. The ground speed should be
adjusted to the condition of the lawn. If mowing has been
delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow longer
than 4 in. (10 cm), mow the lawn twice in order to reduce
the grass to the maximum of 3¼ in. (8.3 cm).
• Walk at a steady pace. Overlap the cutting rows. Do not
let the grass get too tall. If the grass gets too long, start at
the highest cutting position and work down to the desired
cutting height.
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WARNING! If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the mower
for any damage. Repair any damage before operating the
mower.
Maintenance
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WARNING! Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the
mower, disconnect the power supply to the unit and verify that
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
1. Do not spray the unit with water. Intake of water may
destroy the switch/plug mechanism and the electric motor.
2. Clean the unit with a dry cloth or hand brush. Expert
inspection is required:
a) if the lawn mower strikes an object.
b) if the motor stops suddenly.
c) if the blade is bent (do not align).
d) if the motor shaft is bent (do not align).
e) if a short-circuit occurs when the cable is connected.
f) if the gears are damaged.
g) if the V-belt is defective.
Replacing and Resharpening the
Mowing Blade
At the end of each mowing season, always resharpen the
mowing blade or, if required, replace the mowing blade
with a new one. You can puchase a replacement blade
(Model MJ403E-32) and other replacement parts online at
snowjoe.com. Always have the mowing blade resharpened or
replaced by an authorized Snow Joe ® /Sun Joe ® service center.
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WARNING! Unbalanced blades will cause the lawn
mower to vibrate violently and may cause an accident.
Please follow proper maintenance procedures or call the
Snow Joe ® /Sun Joe ® customer service center for assistance
at 1-866-766-9563.
Storage
Follow the steps below to prepare the lawn mower for storage:
• Disconnect the power supply to the mower.
• Clean the mower with a dry cloth or hand brush.
• Inspect the mowing blade and replace/sharpen if it shows
signs of wear. Refer to the maintenance section.
• Store the mower indoors in a dry, clean and cool area
out of the reach of children. Do not store the unit next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer and rock salt.
• Wipe the extension cord to remove any foreign
substances, such as oil or stains. Replace the extension
cord immediately if it is cut or damaged in any way.
• Wind the cord in a series of equal loops to prevent it
from tangling.
Fig. 7
Mulch plug