Snow Joe MJ401E Mow Joe 14-Inch Electric Lawn Mower - Manual (Page 3)

15. Disengage the drive system, if so equipped, before
starting the engine (motor).
16. If the machine should start to vibrate abnormally, stop
the engine (motor) and check for the cause immediately.
Vibration is generally a warning of troble.
17. Always wear eye protection when operating machine.
18. Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the
instructions, to operate this machine.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents,
which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes
requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not
mow it.
1. Mow across the face of slopes; never up and down.
Exercise extreme caution when changing direction
on slope.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden
objects. Uneven terrain could cause a slip and fall
accidents. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3. Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.
Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.
4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
You could lose your footing or balance.
CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine
and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain
where you last saw them.
1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the
operator.
2. Be alert and turn mower off if a child enters the area.
3. Never allow children to operate the machine.
4. Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,
trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.
SERVICE
GENERAL SERVICE
1. Keep all nuts and bolts tight to be sure the equipment
is in safe working condition.
2. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper
operation regularly.
3. Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris
build-up.
4. If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the
machine. Repair, if necessary, before starting.
5. Never make any adjustments or repairs with the engine
(motor) running.
6. Always unplug electric mowers before adjusting, cleaning,
or repairing.
7. Check grass catcher components and the discharge
guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s
recommended parts, when necessary.
8. Mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blade or wear
gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
9. Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as
necessary.
SYMBOLS
3
CPSC Danger label
Severing of toes or fingers-rotary mower blade.
Thrown object from mower deck.
Keep bystanders/children away.
Safety alert
Slip on slope
Read the operator’s manual
Double insulation