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OPERATOR’S MANUAL

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 specic

to the use of this snow thrower. Keep this manual for future

reference.

General Safety WARNINGS!

You and any other operator of this snow thrower must read,

understand and follow these instructions in their entirety, and

should reread 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

m 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. Work Area

a. Keep work area clean and well lit. Cluttered, dark

areas invite accidents.

b. Do not operate snow thrower in an explosive

atmosphere, such as in the presence of ammable

liquids, gases, or dust. Electrical appliances create

sparks that may ignite the dust or fumes.

c. Keep children, pets, and bystanders away from

work area. Be aware that the normal noise of the

machine when turned on may make it difcult for

you to hear approaching people. Visitors should

wear safety glasses and be kept a safe distance

from work area. Do not let visitors contact snow

thrower or extension cord.

2. Electrical Safety

a. Electrical plugs must match the outlet. Never

modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

plugs with grounded appliances. Unmodied plugs

and matching outlets will reduce risk of electric

shock.

b. Avoid body contact with earthed or grounded

surfaces such as upper and lower water pipes,

radiators, ranges, refrigerators, microwave oven, and

outer frame of heating equipment, or in a place that

is locked. Be cautious to avoid electric shock. There

is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is

earthed or grounded.

c. Do not abuse the cord. Keep cord away from

heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Never carry

the snow thrower by its cord or yank the cord to

disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Damaged or

entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

If cord is damaged in any manner while plugged in,

pull plug from wall receptacle.

d. Replace or properly repair damaged cords. If cord

is damaged in any manner while plugged in, pull the

extension cord plug from the wall receptacle.

e. Contact with water while operating the snow

thrower can result in electric shock and serious

bodily injury. Do not use the snow thrower in damp

or wet locations or expose to rain. Do not handle

the plug or the appliance with wet hands or while

standing in water.

f. Extension Cord – WARNING – Only use a UL rated

extension cord for OUTDOOR, all-weather use

(usually orange color). To prevent the extension

cord from disconnecting during operation, See page

7 Figure 12.

g. Turn off the power switch and disconnect the

power cable before making any adjustments,

inspecting, servicing, changing accessories, or

cleaning the snow thrower as well as any other

conditions in which dangerous factors exist. Any

such operation should be performed after revolving

parts inside the snow thrower stop completely.

Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of

starting the power tool accidentally.

h. If you nd the main power cable or the extension

cable damaged, please pull out the plug from the

socket and disconnect the power immediately.

Repair the cable or replace it if necessary.

i. When replacing any parts, you must strictly

observe the instructions and procedures

described in this User Manual. Special care

should be paid to any rubber parts, since these

parts may increase the engine load and decrease its

mechanical power if damaged.

j. Do not move or transport the snow thrower when

the plug is connected to the power socket and

the switch is turned on.

k. When using the snow thrower, if you notice it is

running in an unstable state or hear abnormal

sounds from the engine, please stop the machine

and disconnect the power immediately and

contact your service center.

A Division of Snow Joe, LLC

Form No. SJM988-880E

Model No. SJM988

Snow Thrower

Summary of content (14 pages)

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Snow Thrower Model No. SJM988 Form No. SJM988-880E OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe, LLC is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is earthed or grounded. IMPORTANT! Safety Instructions c. Do not abuse the cord. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Never carry the snow thrower by its cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the electrical outlet. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.
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4. Snow Thrower Use and Care Know your snow thrower – Familiarize yourself with the main parts of your snow thrower (Fig. 1). 3. Personal Safety a. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating the snow thrower. Do not use the machine when tired, ill, or under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention may result in serious personal injury. P Q N b. Wear proper clothing – Wearing rubber boots offers additional protection from electric shock.
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TECHNICAL DATA h. Hand-held operating position – Operation of the snow thrower in the hand-held position is unsafe. Voltage rating Power Light No-load speed Weight Working width Working height Throwing speed Throwing distance i. Abnormal operation – If you notice the snow thrower running in an unstable state or hear abnormal sounds from the engine, stop the machine, disconnect the power immediately, and contact your original distributor. j.
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Safety Symbols SYMBOLS The following table describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate.
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2. Secure the connection of lower frame and middle frame by fastening the knobs on each side (Fig. 3). Assembly m CAUTION m Inspect wiring, which, if damaged during shipping, may cause serious bodily injury during equipment use. If any damage is seen or suspected, do not assemble. Instead, contact Snow Joe Customer Service (1-866-766-9563) for assistance. Handle with care during assembly so that electrical wiring does not become damaged. Getting Started 1.
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2. Loosen the screw on the lower chute crank by hand (Fig. 9). 2. Lift the chute deflector and lock securely onto the discharge chute (Fig. 6). Figure 6 Figure 9 3. Slide the upper chute crank into the lower chute crank (Fig. 10). 3. Raise or lower the chute deflector to the desired height of the snow stream and tighten the knobs (Fig. 7). Note: Do not over tighten the knobs. Figure 10 Figure 7 4. Align the screw holes and tighten the screw by hand (Fig. 11). Chute Crank Assembly 1.
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3. Connect the female end of extension cord to the male plug in the cable/plug (Fig. 13). Operation Note: Before using this machine, make sure that the power source you will use complies with the specifications detailed in this manual. Before inserting the plug into the socket, verify that the snow thrower’s roll shaft and rubber plates are firmly secured with screws, and that the rubber plates are facing the correct direction. Perform a test run to ensure that the rotor turns freely.
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4. The halogen light could be used to lighten the forward road in the dark by turning on the switch on the backside of snow thrower (Fig. 17). Powering On and Off 1. To power on , first press the Safety Switch Button found along side the switch housing (Fig. 15). Figure 17 Figure 15 Note: Only when the snow thrower is running will the light turn ON. After finishing using your snow thrower, don’t forget to turn OFF the light switch. 2.
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3. When moving the snow thrower, use the wheels on one side as the pivot point. Slightly tilt the snow thrower on this pivot point to move it forward or backward. 4. Start your clearing path near the electrical outlet and work outward, throwing snow in a back and forth motion. To clear inthe opposite direction, step over the cord and pivot the snow thrower on its wheels. Make sure to overlap clearing paths. 1. The discharge chute can be adjusted 180 degrees by rotating the chute crank.
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2. The chute deflector on the top of the discharge chute controls the height of the snow stream. Loosen the knob to raise or lower the deflector to the desired height of snow you wish to throw. Tighten the knob to secure the deflector (Fig. 20). Lifetime Lubrication (Motor and Auger) Lubrication is not necessary and may damage the unit. The snow thrower is lubricated for lifetime use at the factory before shipment. General Maintenance Tips 1.
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2. Loosen the middle 2 sets of nuts and bolts to change the worn rubber plate, assemble and tighten it on reverse step (Fig. 23). 3. Install the new scraper bar and fasten it securely to the snow thrower with 2 screws (Fig. 26). Figure 23 3. Install the new rubber plate assembly by tightening 2 sets of nuts and bolts on both sides (Fig. 21). Replacing the Scraper Bar 1. The scraper bar is located at the base of the snow thrower beneath the rotor housing (Fig. 24).
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Note: To replace the pulley, remove the outer nut, the left handed nut in the opposite direction (clockwise to loosen and counterclockwise to tighen) (Fig.28). Storage 1. Allow the engine to cool and clean the snow thrower before storing or transporting. Be sure to secure the unit while transporting. 3. Lift the belt tension and assemble the new belt by rolling it into the big pulley from upside (Fig. 29). 2. Disconnect the extension cord from the snow thrower.
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A Two-Year Full Warranty for residential use in the United States and Canada General Conditions: Snow Joe, LLC warrants this product to the original purchaser for two years against defects in material or workmanship when used for normal residential purposes. Snow Joe, LLC will repair any defect in material or workmanship, and repair or replace any defective part, subject to the conditions, limitations, and exclusions set forth herein.