Mowing Tips; Overload Protection - sunjoe MJ402E Operator's Manual

6. Let the motor get up to speed, gently lowering the lawn
mower down into the cutting position and start mowing
(Fig. 12).
Fig. 12
7. To stop the lawn mower, release the switch bar lever
(Fig. 11).
Grass Collection Bag Volume Indicator
1. If the grass collection bag is empty or is not completely
full with grass, the grass indicator window will remain
open (due to the flow of air) or will flutter open and close
as the grass accumulates in the bag (Fig. 13).
2. When the grass bag reaches its maximum capacity, the
grass indicator window will remain closed (due to the
restricted air flow). This signals that it is time to empty
the bag (Fig. 13).
Fig. 13
EMPTY
FULL

Mowing Tips

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WARNING!
Inspect the area prior to mowing and
remove all the stones, sticks, wires, and other debris that
might be thrown by the rotating blade.
NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of
the lawn mower, especially when cutting tall blades of grass.
Grass indicator
window
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• 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.
• In order to prevent electric shock, do not operate the lawn
mower in damp or wet conditions.
• Do not mow in a circle. Travel back and forth across the
lawn following the path outlined below (Fig. 14).
• When cutting thick grass, reduce your walking speed
in order to allow for a more effective cut and a proper
discharge of the clippings. For a healthy lawn, always
cut off one-third or less from the total length of the grass.
The average lawn should be approximately 1.5 to 2 in.
(3.8 cm to 5 cm) long during cool months, and more than
2 in. (5 cm) long during hot months. If there is growth,
the lawn should be cut in the fall.
Fig. 14
• While mowing, make sure that the electric cable is always
behind you and resting on the area of grass already cut.
• The lawn will look better if it is always cut to the same
height and in alternate directions.
• When crossing any graveled area, release the switch bar
lever to turn off the lawn mower. The stones can be picked
up and thrown by the rotating blade.
• Set the lawn mower to the highest cutting height when
mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds.
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WARNING!
If you strike a foreign object, stop the motor
and disconnect the power cord. Thoroughly inspect the lawn
mower for any damage. Repair any damage before operating
the lawn mower.

Overload Protection

The lawn mower has an internal cut off switch which will stop
the operation of the motor temporarily if overloaded. This cut
off switch will suddenly stop the motor from operating should
the motor become too hot during the operation of the lawn
mower.
1. Disconnect the lawn mower from the power supply and
inspect blade for any obstructions.