Maintenance
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WARNING!
Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting the
mower, disconnect the power supply to the unit and verify that
all moving parts have come to a complete stop.
General
• Always keep the mower clean and free of grass, dirt, or
other debris.
• Keep the handles dry, clean, and free of oil and grease.
• After each cutting session, remove accumulated grass
clippings and debris using either a dry cloth or handbrush.
You may also clean the equipment with a damp cloth and
some soft, non-abrasive soap. Do not use cleaning agents
or harsh solvents as they may damage the equipment's
plastic components. Make sure that no water penetrates
the equipment's interior as intake of water can destroy the
switch/plug mechanism and the electric motor.
• Do not clean the lawn mower with running water,
particularly with high-pressure water.
• Check all nuts, bolts, and screws for proper tightness
before each use.
• Frequently inspect the grass bag assembly for signs of
wear and replace immediately with a genuine Snow Joe
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• Replace excessively worn or damaged parts immediately.
• To maximize your mower's longevity, all screwed parts,
including the wheels and axles, should be cleaned and
lubricated. There are no parts inside the equipment which
require additional maintenance or lubrication.
Blade Maintenance
IMPORTANT: The mower blade is sharp and can cause severe
personal injury if handled incorrectly. Wrap the blade or wear
protective gloves, and use extra caution when handling.
The steel blade is designed to provide a fine cut in long or
tough grass. Deterioration in the quality of cut indicates blade
wear or damage. Follow these steps to determine if the blade
needs to be resharpened or replaced:
1. Disconnect the electrical supply to the mower.
2. Turn the mower on its side to expose the underside of the
blade housing.
3. Check the blade.
a. If the blade is blunt or has minor wear, then resharpen.
Please call Snow Joe
assistance at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
b. If the blade shows signs of major wear or damage
(i.e. gouged, bent), then replace. Please call Snow Joe
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customer service for assistance at
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1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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WARNING!
An excessively vibrating mower indicates
that the blade is not properly balanced or has become
deformed from striking an object. In this case, the blade must
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be repaired or replaced. Please follow the proper maintenance
procedures for blade care or call the Snow Joe
customer service center for assistance at 1-866-SNOWJOE
(1-866-766-9563).
Blade Replacement
IMPORTANT: Only use original replacement parts specified for
this mower.
You can purchase a replacement blade (Model MJ401E-11)
and other genuine replacement parts by ordering online at
snowjoe.com or, to order by phone, contact Snow Joe
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customer service at 1-866-SNOWJOE
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(1-866-766-9563). The use of parts that do not meet the
original equipment specifications may lead to improper
performance of the lawn mower, may compromise operator
safety, and will void the manufacturer's warranty.
1. Disconnect the electrical supply to the mower.
2. Turn the mower on its side to expose the underside of the
blade housing.
3. Wear heavy-duty gloves, or use a cloth to grip the blade.
4. Using the spanner provided, remove the bolt and
the washer securing the blade by turning the bolt
counterclockwise, then carefully remove the blade
(Fig. 16).
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Fig. 16
Spanner
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Blade