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Only use whenthe engine's exhaustsystem is equippedwith a spark arrester meeting applicablelocal or state laws (if any).Thespark arrester shall be maintained in effectiveworking order by operator. SNOW JOE LLC, 86 EXECUTIVE AVE, EDISON, NJ 08817 www.snowjoe.com Form NO. 7SJ900-800...
Customer pport DONOTreturn this SNOWJOE/SUNJOE product to the Retailer! Please call our customer service team for assistance at 866-766-9563 (866-SNOW-JOE) Or visit www, snowjoe,com and click on 'Customer Service'. Our service representatives and technicians will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have.
introduction Thank you for purchasing a Snow Joe Snow Thrower. This machine has been engineered to provide excellent performance when properly operated and maintained. It is important that you read, and understand, the safety, operation and maintenance information before using the snow thrower. Save this manual for future reference.
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e Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or e When transporting or not in use disengage the power to the container opening at all times until fueling is complete. Do auger/impeller. not use the nozzle lock-open device. e Use only attachments and accessories approved by the...
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Emissions MODEL SJ908 o Max. width - 30"/760 mm Engines that are certified to comply with California and federal EPA emissions regulations for SORE (Small Off Road Equipment) are o Max. intake height - 21"/533.4 mm certified to operate on regular unleaded gasoline, and may include o Engine displacement- 277cc the following emissions control systems: Engine Modification (EM),...
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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. READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) Read, understand follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting assemble...
Assembly Note: "Operator's Position" is defined as standing directly behind the snow thrower. Unpacking Two Wire Lead for o Remove snow thrower from the carton. Headlight o Set carton debris aside or discard to prevent tire punctures and personal injury. o Remove all loose parts from the unit o (1) Snow thrower o (2) Ignition/Safety...
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Chute Assembly Upper Shift Bracket The chute assembly consists of the discharge and upper chute. The Discharge Chute controls the direction the snow is thrown. The Upper Chute controls the angle at which the snow is thrown. To move, use the Chute Directional Control. 1.
Controls Features Note: A protective plastic cap may have been inserted in the fuel fill opening during manufacturing. Remove and dispose. 1. Clean around fuel filler neck before removing the fuel cap. (see Fig. 5) 2. A fuel level indicator small basket is located in the fuel tank. Fill the tank until the fuel reaches the fuel level indictor.
Shift Lever: Usedto regulateboth the speed and start the engine. Doing so may cause it to break. direction of travel. Primer: When pressed, forces fuel directly into engine's Chute Directional Control: Usedto changethe carburetor to aid in cold-weather starting. directionthe snow is thrown.
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Recoil Stater Electric Starter Figure 10 Figure Push Electric Starter Button on the Electric Starter Outlet to Engaging the Wheel Drive start the engine. Immediately release the button once the engine starts. Continuing to press may damage the electric With the engine running near top speed, move the shift starter.
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Clean=out Adjusting the Control Cable z_ WARNING WARNING A rotating auger may cause serious injury. If the auger A rotating auger may cause serious injury. If the shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately return to the auger shows ANY signs of rotating, immediately operator's position and shut off the engine by removing...
5. If the wheel does not stop when you engage the drive Stopping the Engine thread the cable in one turn. Shut down procedures are the same if you use the electric start 6. Recheck the adjustment and repeat as necessary. Tighten or the manual start.
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Drive Cable Gear Shaft 'Pivot Rod Drive Plate Figure 13 Carburetor Figure Minor carburetor adjustment may be required to compensate Retighten the jam nut to secure the cable when correct for differences in fuel, temperature, altitude and load. Refer adjustment is reached. to the separate manual, packed with your unit, for carburetor adjustment information.
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Shear Pins/Cotter Pin Vent Plug Storage Off-Season Storage z_ WARNING Never store the machine or fuel container indoors where there is an open flame, spark, or pilot light such as on water heater, furnace, clothes dryer, or other Gas appliance. z_ WARNING Fuel spillage may ignite if in contact with an ignition source...
Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy 1. Fill tank with clean, fresh Engine fails to start 1. Fuel tank empty, or stale fuel. 2. Blocked fuel line gasoline. Fuel becomes stale after thirty days. 3. Key not inserted all the way 2. Clean the fuel line. 4.
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Troubleshooting Problem Cause Remedy Unit fails to propel itself 1. Auger control cable out of 1. Adjust drive control cable. adjustment. Refer to Adjustments Maintenance Section, 2. Drive belt loose or damaged. 2. Replace drive belt. Refer to the Adjustments and Maintenance Unit fails to discharge 1.
Spark Plug Please call our customer service team for assistance at 866-766-9563 (866-SNOW-JOE) Or visit www, snowjoe,com and click on _Customer Service'. Our service representatives and technicians will be happy to assist you with any questions you may have. Our office hours are 9am to 5:30 pm Eastern Time.
Snow Joe importer. If in the event your efforts are unsatisfactory, please write to the Snow Joe Center at the above address. If you have any questions about your product warranty, please call 1-866-SNOW-JOE or visit us online at www.snowjoe.com.
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