Snow Joe 324E-RM Plus 11-Inch 10-Amp Electric Snow Shovel with Light - Manual

© 2013 by Snow Joe, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
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SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Any electrical appliance can be dangerous if used incorrectly.
Some of the safety precautions given in this manual apply
generally to many appliances. Other warnings are specific to
the use of this snow shovel.
General Safety WARNINGS!
You and any other operator of this snow shovel must read,
understand and follow these instructions in their entirety, and
should re-read 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
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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. Replacement parts – When servicing use only identical
replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged cords.
Do not use on graveled surface unless the snow shovel
is adjusted for such a surface in accordance with the
operator’s manual.
2. Keep children and bystanders away – All visitors should
be kept at a distance from the work area.
3. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts.
Wear rubber boots when operating the snow shovel.
Operation of the snow shovel in the hand-held position is
unsafe, except in accordance with the special instructions
for such use provided in the operator’s manual.
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Warning – To prevent electric shock, use only with an
extension cord suitable for outdoor use. (Does not apply
to battery-operated snow shovel.)
4. Extension cords – To prevent disconnection of appliance
cord from the extension cord during operation, connect
the extension cord to the product as shown on page 5+6.
5. Avoid accidental starting – Don’t carry the snow shovel
with your finger on the switch. Be sure switch is off when
plugging in.
If cord is damaged in any manner while plugged in, pull
extension cord from wall receptacle.
6. Don’t abuse cord – Never carry snow shovel by cord or
yank it to disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from
heat, oil, and sharp edges. (Does not apply to battery-
operated snow shovels.)
Keep hands away from moving parts. Keep guards in
place and in working order.
7. Don’t force snow shovel – It will perform better and safer
at the rate for which it was designed.
8. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
If the snow shovel strikes a foreign object, follow these
steps:
• Stop the snow shovel.
• Inspect for damage.
• Repair any damage before restarting and
operating the snow shovel.
9. Disconnect snow shovel – Disconnect the snow shovel
from the power supply when not in use, before servicing,
when changing accessories, and the like.
10. Store idle snow shovels indoors – When not in use,
snow shovels should be stored indoors in dry, locked
place—out of reach of children.
11. Maintain snow shovels with care – Follow instructions
for lubricating and changing accessories.
This snow shovel meets or exceeds the B71.3
specifications of the American National Standards
Institute in effect at the time of production.
Read and understand the contents of this manual
before you start the motor.
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This 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 snow shovel
could result in injury or death. To reduce this potential,
comply with the following safety instructions.
This snow shovel is capable of amputating hands and
feet and of throwing objects. Failure to observe the
following safety instructions could result in serious
injury.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
Form No. SJ324ERM-880E
A Division of Snow Joe, LLC
Electric Snow Shovel
Model No. 324ERM
Electric Snow Shovel