Replacement Part List
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mWARNING! Foreign objects in the work area can 
be picked up by the dethatcher and launched into your 
eyes, which can result in severe personal injury. In addition 
to surveying the area and removing foreign objects before 
beginning work, always wear safety goggles or safety glasses 
with side shields and, when necessary, a full face shield.
•  Do not operate the equipment without wearing adequate 
outer garments. Wear protective footwear that will improve 
footing on slippery surfaces.
•  Use extension cords and receptacles as specied by the 
manufacturer for all units with electric drive motors or 
electric starting motors (see extension cord chart on 
page 2).
•  Never attempt to make any adjustments while the motor is 
running.
•  Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.
•  Exercise extreme caution when operating on or crossing 
gravel drives, walks or roads. Stay alert for hidden hazards 
or trac.
•  After striking a foreign object, stop the motor, disconnect 
the power supply, thoroughly inspect the machine for 
any damage and repair the damage before restarting and 
operating the machine.
•  Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
•  If the dethatcher should start to vibrate abnormally, 
stop the motor, disconnect the power supply and check 
immediately for the cause. Vibration is generally an 
indicator of trouble.
•  Stop the motor and disconnect the power supply when 
leaving the operating position, before unclogging the tines 
and when repairing, adjusting, inspecting or performing 
any other maintenance on the machine.
•  Take all necessary precautions when leaving the machine 
unattended. Stop the motor and remove the power cord.
•  Before cleaning, repairing or inspecting the unit, shut o 
the motor, disconnect the power supply and wait until all 
moving parts have come to a complete stop.
•  Never operate the machine without proper guards, plates 
or other safety protective devices in place and in proper 
working order.
•  Keep children and pets away.
•  Do not overload the machine capacity by attempting to 
dethatch too deep at too fast a rate.
•  Never operate the machine at high transport speeds on 
hard or slippery surfaces.
•  Never allow bystanders near the unit when operating.
•  Use only attachments and accessories approved by the 
manufacturer of the machine.
•  Never operate the machine without good visibility or light.
•  Be careful when cultivating in hard ground. The tines may 
catch in the ground and propel the machine forward. If 
this occurs, let go of the handlebars and the starting lever 
and do not restrain the machine.
•  Use extreme caution when reversing or pulling the 
machine towards you.
•  Switch on the motor carefully according to the instructions 
and keep your feet clear of the rotating tines.
•  Never pick up or carry the machine while the motor is 
running.
Children Safety
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the 
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the 
machine and the dethatching activity. Never assume that 
children will remain where you last saw them. 
•  Keep children out of the dethatching area and under 
the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the 
operator.
•  Stay alert and turn the dethatcher o if a child enters the 
area.
•  Never let children operate the machine.
•  Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 
trees or other objects that may block your view of a child.
Service
•  Your power tool should be serviced only by a qualied 
repair technician at an authorized Snow Joe
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service center. When servicing your tool, only identical 
replacement parts should be used to ensure that the 
safety and integrity of the machine is maintained. 
Contact our customer service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE 
(1-866-766-9563) to locate your nearest authorized 
service center.










