Page 2 - Electrical Safety
Electrical Safety 1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the snow thrower. Receptacles are available having built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure of safety. 2. To prevent electric shock, use only with...
Page 3 - Personal Safety; Safety Instructions for Walk-Behind
3 Personal Safety 1. 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. 2. Wear proper clothing – Wea...
Page 4 - Safety Symbols; Symbols
4 Safety 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. Double insulation. Always keep the power cable away from heat sources, oils or sharp edges. Immediatel...
Page 5 - Know Your Electric Snow Thrower; Technical Data
Know Your Electric Snow Thrower Read the owner’s manual and safety rules carefully before operating your electric snow thrower. Compare the illustration below to the actual unit in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future re...
Page 6 - Unpacking; Assembly; Upper, Middle and Lower Frame; CAUTION
6 Unpacking Carton Contents: • Electric snow thrower with handle• Chute crank rod with cotter pin• Handle knobs/Deflector knobs (4)• Square J-bolts (2)• Carriage bolts (2)• Rubber washers (2)• Chute deflector• Manual with registration card 1. Carefully remove the electric snow thrower and check to s...
Page 7 - Chute Crank Assembly
7 Chute Crank Assembly 1. Remove the cotter pin from the crank rod (Fig. 3). 2. Install the crank rod through the center plate and insert it into the opening at the back of the housing with holes aligned (Figs. 4 – 6). NOTE: Loosen or tighten crank adjustment knob to achieve a smooth control of the ...
Page 8 - Discharge Chute Assembly; Operation; Securing the Extension Cord
Discharge Chute Assembly 1. Position the chute deflector over the discharge chute and align the holes, placing the washer between the deflector and the chute (Figs. 9 – 10). 2. Secure the carriage bolts and knobs. Make sure the knobs are tightened (Fig. 13). 3. Turn the crank knob clockwise to ensur...
Page 9 - Powering On and Off; WARNING
9 3. Insert the female end of the extension cord into the appliance's polarized male plug (Fig. 13). 4. Note that the snow thrower has a polarized male plug – one prong in the plug is slightly longer and wider than the other (Fig. 14). The extension cord female end should be likewise polarized so th...
Page 10 - Changing Throw Direction and
10 Moving the Machine and Plowing the Snow 1. Keep the area of operation free of foreign objects that can become thrown by the rotor blades. Perform a thorough inspection of the area since some objects may be hidden from view by surrounding snow. If the snow thrower hits an obstruction or picks up a...
Page 11 - Maintenance; General Maintenance Tips
11 1. The discharge chute can be adjusted 180 degrees by rotating the chute crank. Rotate the chute control crank clockwise to move the discharge chute to the left and counterclockwise to move the chute to the right (Fig. 19). 2. The chute deflector on the top of the discharge chute controls the hei...
Page 12 - Replacing the Rubber Plates; Replacing the Scraper Bar
12 6. To protect the snow thrower from corrosion when storing for long periods, lightly oil the metal parts. 7. Store the appliance in a dry area out of reach of children.8. For the user's safety, worn or damaged parts must be replaced. Replace with original replacement parts only. Parts from anothe...
Page 13 - Replacing the Belt; Replacing the Pulley
13 Replacing the Belt NOTE: Under normal operating conditions, it should not be necessary to replace the auger belt. However, should the auger jam or malfunction, the belt could be damaged. To replace the belt, follow the instructions. NOTE: Determine the left and right hand side of the snow thrower...
Page 15 - Accessories; Model
15 Accessories m WARNING! 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 electric snow thrower. Contact Snow Joe ® + Sun Joe ® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a partic...
Page 16 - NOTES