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®
, LLC
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®
, LLC
Model iON18SB-HYB
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
CORDLESS + ELECTRIC HYBRID SNOW BLOWER
18-INCH | 40 V MAX* | 13.5-AMP
Form No. SJ-iON18SB-HYB-880E-MR3
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
Read all instructions when using hybrid snow blowers.
Basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury.
General Safety Rules
Notice the personal safety alert symbol m used in this
manual to draw your attention to a WARNING given along
with the particular operating instruction. This means that
the operation requires special ATTENTION, CAUTION, and
AWARENESS.
• Keep work area clean and well lit – Cluttered, dark areas
invite accidents.
• Keep bystanders away – All bystanders and pets should
be kept a safe distance away from the work area.
• Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can get caught in moving parts. Protective rubber
gloves and non-slip footwear are recommended when
working outdoors.
• Use the right product – Do not use this machine for any
job except that for which it is intended.
•
mCAUTION! – Exercise caution to avoid slipping or falling.
Wear protective footwear that will protect your feet and
improve your footing on slippery surfaces.
• Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear, snug-tting
clothing, protective gloves, hearing and head protection.
• Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the snow blower when you are tired
or under the inuence of alcohol or drugs.
• Do not overreach –
Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
• Store indoors – When not in use, the snow blower should
be kept dry and stored out of the reach of children in a high
or locked place.
• Maintain snow blower with care – Follow instruction for
maintenance and changing accessories.
mWARNING! Turn o the power switch, remove the
battery, and disconnect the power cable before making any
adjustments, inspecting, servicing, changing accessories,
cleaning the snow blower, or when any other dangerous
conditions present. Any such operation should be performed
after revolving parts inside the snow blower stop completely.
Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the
power tool accidentally.
mWARNING! When replacing any parts, you must strictly
observe the instructions and procedures described in this user
manual. Special care should be paid to any rubber parts, since
these parts may increase the engine load and decrease its
mechanical power if damaged.
mWARNING! If you notice that the snow blower is not
running properly or hear abnormal sounds from the engine
when it is in use, immediately stop the machine, remove the
battery, disconnect the power cable, and contact the
Snow Joe
®
+ Sun Joe
®
customer service center at
1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563) for assistance.
• Surfaces – This snow blower is intended for use on
paved surfaces. Do not use on gravel, stone or other
unpaved surfaces unless the snow blower is adjusted for
such surfaces according to the instructions given in the
operator’s manual.
• Moving parts present risks – Keep your face, hair,
clothing, hands, and feet away from moving parts. All
guards and safety attachments must be installed properly
before using the unit. Shut o and disconnect the battery
or power cord before touching any parts other than the
handles and switch.
• Avoid unintentional starting – Make sure the safety switch
and the switch bar lever are in the o position before
inserting the battery in the unit or plug in the cord. Do not
carry the snow blower with the safety switch and the switch
bar lever engaged.
• Do not overreach – Maintain proper footing and balance
at all times. Place heels rmly on the ground and tightly
grasp the handle bar. Watch for uneven surfaces and do not
overreach. In case you fall or collide with the snow blower,
inspect the unit for any damages or cracks. When stepping
backwards, be careful to avoid obstacles beneath your feet
or behind you to avoid falling.
mWARNING! If the snow blower strikes any object,
follow these steps:
i) Stop the snow blower, remove the battery and/or
disconnect the power cable;
ii) Inspect for damage;
iii) Repair any damage before restarting and operating
the snow blower.
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