Snow Joe MJ403E-RM Mow Joe 13-Amp 17-Inch Electric Lawn Mower - Manual (Page 7)

Mulching Tips
NOTE: INSPECT THE AREA WHERE THE MOWER IS TO
BE USED AND REMOVE ALL THE STONES, STICKS, WIRES
AND OTHER DEBRIS THAT MIGHT BE THROWN BY THE
ROTATING BLADE.
1. Release the switch to turn the mower off when crossing
any graveled area (stones can be thrown by the blade).
2. Set mower to the highest cutting height when mowing
on uneven ground or in tall weeds.
3. For mulching, lift up the bag cover and remove the
collection bag. Insert the mulch plug (Fig. 9) and close
the bag cover.
4. 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 3 -1/4-IN
(8.3 cm).
5. 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 performing any maintenance or
cleaning work, Always pull out the mains plug!
1. Do not spray the unit with water. Intake of water may
destroy the Switch/plug combination unit and the
electric motor.
2. Clean the unit with a cloth, hand brush, etc.
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 Re-sharpening the Mowing Blade
At the end of the mowing season always Re-sharpen the
mowing blade or, if required, replace the mowing blade with
a new one. Always have the mowing blade Re-sharpened or
replaced by a customer service center.
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WARNING:
Unbalanced blades will cause the lawn
mower to vibrate violently and may cause an accident.
Please follow maintenance procedures or call customer service
center at 1-866-766-9563.
Storage
The following steps should be taken to prepare the lawn
mower for storage.
• Make certain the power is disconnected.
• Clean mower as instructed in previous section.
• Inspect and replace/sharpen blade, if required. Refer to
the Maintenance section.
• Store mower in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to
corrosive materials, such as fertilizer and rock salt.
• Wipe extension cord to remove any foreign substances
such as oil or stains. Replace extension cord if cut or
damaged in any way.
• Wind the cord in a series of equal loops to prevent it
from tangling.
• Store mower indoors, in a cool, dry place, out of reach
of children. Do not cover lawn mower with a solid plastic
sheet. Plastic coverings trap moisture around the mower
causing corrosion.
• The handle may be folded away completely for storage.
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Fig. 9