® ® gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for when working outdoors. assistance. 5. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the scarifier + dethatcher with your finger on the switch. Make sure the switch is off before plugging in the unit.
(Model PJEXT50-B). Visit sunjoe.com REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY to purchase this extension cord online or, to order by phone, call 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563). IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS. • Do not use an extension cord over 100 ft (30 m).
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Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord • Never operate the scarifier + dethatcher in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; walk, never run, with the machine. Cord set Appliance cord • Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. •...
– before checking, cleaning or working on the machine; • Keep tight grip on the handles/grip surface. – after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for • Maintain this product in accordance with these instructions and keep it well lubricated (where damage and make repairs before restarting and appropriate).
Safety Symbols The following table depicts and describes safety symbols that may appear on this product. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine before attempting to assemble and operate. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand, SAFETY ALERT –...
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Know Your Electric Scarifier + Dethatcher Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the scarifier + dethatcher. Compare the illustration below to the dethatcher in order to familiarize yourself with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference and reread it prior to each dethatching session.
2. Inspect the product carefully to make sure no breakage or damage occurred during shipping. If you find damaged or missing parts, DO NOT return the unit to the store. Please call the Snow Joe + Sun Joe customer service center at ® ® 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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4. Connect the upper handle frame to the middle handle Fig. 2 bars using the second set of knobs and bolts. Tighten the knobs on each side to ensure a secure fit (Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Phillips screws Upper handle frame Upper handle knob + bolt...
Operation Attach the thatch collection bag to the lawn scarifier + dethatcher before operation. 1. Lift the ejector flap, and hang the thatch collection bag to Cutting Depth Adjustment the mounting hooks (Fig. 7). WARNING! The unit must be switched off and disconnected from the power supply before adjusting the Fig.
Overload Protection Fig. 9 The overload protection will be activated in the following Switch box circumstances: 1. A build up of scarified material around the cutting device. 2. If the material scarified is larger than the motor capacity. 3. Where there is too much resistance against the cutting device.
• Work in slight overlapping rows. The most effective pattern • Keep all nuts, bolts and screws tight to be sure the for scarifying/raking lawns is straight lines along one of the product is in a safe working condition. sides. This will keep the rows even and ensures that all the •...
® + Sun Joe customer service center at 1-866-766-9563 ® (1-866-SNOWJOE) for assistance. After Use 1. Switch the machine off, disconnect it from the power supply and let it cool down. 2. Check, clean and store the machine as described below.
6. Secure the product to prevent it from slipping or falling over. Service and Support If your AJ798E-RM electric scarifier + dethatcher requires service or maintenance, please call 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance. Model and Serial Numbers When contacting the company, reordering parts or arranging...
Troubleshooting WARNING! Only perform the steps described within these instructions! All further inspection, maintenance and repair work must be performed by an authorized service center or a similarly qualified specialist if you cannot solve the problem yourself! Suspected malfunctions, disturbances or damages are often due to causes that the user can fix themselves. Follow the below troubleshooting guidelines when checking the unit.
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NOTE: Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe + Sun Joe to provide notice of such ® ® changes. Accessories can be ordered online at sunjoe.com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe + Sun Joe customer ® ® service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).
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To obtain a replacement part or product, please visit Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential snowjoe.com/help or email us at help@snowjoe.com for damages so the above exclusions may not apply in all states. This instructions. Please be sure to register your unit beforehand warranty may give you specific legal rights in your state.
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