R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER 14-INCH |12-AMP Model MJ401E-RM Form No. SJ-MJ401E-RM-880E-V1 THANKS FOR YOUR PURCHASE OF A REMANUFACTURED PRODUCT. To make sure you get the most out of your product, be sure to register online at snowjoe.com to enjoy full product support.
R OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC ELECTRIC LAWN MOWER 14-INCH |12-AMP Model MJ401E-RM Form No. SJ-MJ401E-RM-880E-V1 IMPORTANT! use of a polarized wall outlet. There is only one way the plug will fit into a polarized wall outlet. If the plug does not fit fully into the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician to install the proper wall outlet.
9. Disconnect the lawn mower – Disconnect the lawn mower from the power supply when it is not in use, before servicing it, when changing accessories and when performing any other maintenance task. m 10. Store idle lawn mower indoors – When not in use, the lawn mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked place out of the reach of children. WARNING m Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or DEATH.
IMPORTANT! ii) Unplug the power cord. iii) Inspect for damage. Safety Instructions for Walk-Behind Mowers iv) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower. • Only use identical replacement blades. General Operation Slope Operation • Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before starting. Slopes are major factors related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. Operation on all slopes requires extra caution.
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 CPSC Danger label. Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away. Safety Alert. Caution. Wear eye and hearing protection. For protection against injury, wear ear defenders and safety goggles.
Know Your Electric Lawn Mower Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the mower. Compare the illustration below to the mower in order to become familiar with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. 1 1. Switch lever 2. Safety lock button 2 3. Overload circuit reset button 3 4. Cable relief holder 5. Cable clip (2) 7 4 6. Top cover 7. Upper handle 8 8. Appliance cord 9. Upper handle knob and bolt (2) 9 10.
Unpacking Carton Contents • Electric lawn mower Lower handle • Grass bag • Grass bag support rod • Upper handle Machine body • Upper handle knob and bolt assembly (2) • Lower handle • Lower handle screws (2) Screw • Cable relief holder Fig. 1 • Cable clip (2) • Spanner • Manual 2. Slide the cable relief holder onto the upper handle (Fig. 2). 1. Carefully remove the lawn mower and check to see that all of the above items are supplied. Fig. 2 2.
Grass Bag Assembly + Fitting 4. Release the ejector flap to secure the grass bag in position (Fig 7). 1. Fit the support rod into the holes in the plastic cover. The bend of the support rod should face the rear of the machine (Fig. 4). Fig. 7 Fig. 4 Plastic cover Grass bag Ejector flap Support rod Features 2. Place the protective plastic straps onto the support rod (Fig. 5). Safety lock button (A): Used to engage the switch. Switch lever (B): Used to start and stop the mower. Fig. 5 Fig.
Operation Starting + Stopping mWARNING! Before switching on the mower, make sure This lawn mower is intended for private residential use to cut grass in small lawns and gardens. This lawn mower is not intended to cut grass in public parks, playing fields, farms or forests. Do not use this lawn mower for any application other than that for which it is intended. that it is not in contact with any foreign objects.
Helpful Tips on Starting Your New Mower Step 1: Tilt the handle to lift the front wheels of the mower slightly off the ground. Step 2: Press down and hold the safety lock button, then pull back on the switch lever. Once the mower powers on, you can release the safety lock button. Let the mower get up to speed. Switch lever Safety lock button Step 3: Slowly lower the lawn mower so the front wheel is on the ground and start mowing. Step 4: To stop, release the switch lever.
Mowing Tips 3. Be sure to check the blade periodically for signs of wear and sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the maintenance section. mWARNING! Inspect the area prior to mowing and NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting tall blades of grass. remove all the stones, sticks, wires and other debris that might be picked up and thrown by the rotating blade.
3. Check the blade. 5. Move all four wheels to the desired cutting height by pulling back on the rod axle and setting it to the correct position. Make sure all four wheels are at the same cutting height position. a. If the blade is blunt or has minor wear, then resharpen. Contact an authorized Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® service center. NOTE: Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds. b. If the blade shows signs of major wear or damage (i.e.
5. Fit the new blade, the washer and the bolt back on following the same steps in reverse order (Fig. 15). Fig. 16 Fig. 15 Blade Upper handle knob Upper handle Bolt Washer Service + Support Storage Follow the steps below to prepare the lawn mower for storage: 1. Disconnect the power supply to the mower. 2. Clean the mower with a damp cloth or hand brush. 3. Inspect the mower carefully for worn, loose or damaged parts. Check connections and screws and tighten if necessary.
Troubleshooting Problem Remedy Motor does not run • Unplug the unit from the power source and check that the blade is able to rotate freely. If the mower was previously in use, let the motor cool down because the electrical brake could still be engaged.
Optional Accessories mWARNING! 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 tool. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your tool. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage. Accessories 1 2 Item Model Spanner MJ401E-44 14-inch (35.
SNOW JOE® + SUN JOE® REFURBISHED GOODS WARRANTY GENERAL CONDITIONS: Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® may from time to time change the design of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be construed as obligating Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® to incorporate such design changes into previously manufactured products, nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that previous designs were defective.
snowjoe.com mWARNING! This product or its power cord contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. mWARNING! Some dust created by power sanding, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities contains chemicals known [to the State of California] to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
