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, LLC

A Division of Snow Joe

, LLC

Model iON16LM-HYB

Form No. SJ-iON16LM-HYB-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

CORDLESS + ELECTRIC HYBRID LAWN MOWER

16-INCH | 40V DC MAX* | 120V AC 60HZ 6.5-AMP

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These

Instructions Before Use

Read all the instructions contained in this manual. Keep this

manual in a safe place, so that the information is available at

all times. If you give the equipment to another person, make

sure to provide these operating instructions. 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.

1. Keep the work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark

areas invite accidents.

2. Keep children, bystanders and pets away – Always

keep children and spectators a safe distance away from

the mower during operation and as the machine cools.

Children must always be supervised to ensure that they

do not play with the equipment.

3. Dress properly – Always wear personal safety gear

(i.e. safety glasses, rubber gloves, protective non-slip

footwear and dust masks) and proper clothing when using

the mower. Loose clothing, long hair or jewelry may get

caught in the moving parts.

4. Use the right appliance – Do not use the lawn mower for

any purposes other than those for which it is intended.

5. Do not force the lawn mower – It will perform better with

less likelihood of personal or mechanical injury if it is used

at the rate for which it is designed.

6. mCAUTION: Sharp blades! – Remove the battery before

carrying out any repair work. The blades will continue to

rotate after the motor is switched o.

7. Stay alert – Always stay alert and watch what you are

doing. Use common sense. Do not operate the lawn

mower when you are tired or under the inuence of

alcohol or drugs. This lawn mower is not designed to be

used by people (including children) with limited physical,

sensory or mental capacities. It should also not be used

by those lacking the proper experience and/or knowledge

unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible

for their safety or they have received instructions from

such a person on how to safely use the mower.

8. Store idle lawn mower indoors – When not in use, the

lawn mower should be stored indoors in a dry, locked

place out of the reach of children.

9. Maintain the lawn mower with care – Keep cutting

edges sharp and clean to maximize your mower's

performance and ensure operator safety. Keep handles

dry, clean and free from oil and grease.

mWARNING! Turn o the power switch, disconnect the

battery and/or the power cord before adjusting, inspecting,

servicing or cleaning the lawn mower, when changing

accessories or when any other dangerous conditions present

themselves. All maintenance tasks should be performed after

revolving parts inside the lawn mower stop completely. Such

preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the

power tool accidentally.

mWARNING! If you notice that the lawn mower is

not running properly or unusual vibrations occur from the

engine when it is in use, immediately stop the machine and

disconnect the battery and/or the power cord. Check the

cutters and clear them if necessary. If the machine continues

to vibrate, contact an authorized Snow Joe

+ Sun Joe

service center at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

10. Moving parts present risks – Keep your face, hair,

clothing, hands and feet away from all moving parts. All

guards and safety attachments must be installed properly

before using the unit. Shut o and disconnect the battery

and/or the power cord before touching any parts other

than the handles and the switch.

11. Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand – Do not touch

the blades until the battery and the power cord have been

disconnected from the mower and the blades have come

to a complete stop.

12. Avoid unintentional starting – Make sure the safety

switch and the switch bar lever are in the OFF position

before inserting the battery into the unit. Do not carry the

lawn mower with the safety switch and the switch bar

lever engaged.

13. 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 lawn

mower, 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.

Summary of content (24 pages)

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CORDLESS + ELECTRIC HYBRID LAWN MOWER 16-INCH | 40V DC MAX* | 120V AC 60HZ 6.5-AMP Model iON16LM-HYB Form No. SJ-iON16LM-HYB-880E-M OPERATOR’S MANUAL A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC IMPORTANT! unless they are supervised by a person who is responsible for their safety or they have received instructions from such a person on how to safely use the mower. Safety Instructions 8.
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mWARNING! If the lawn mower strikes any object, Handling follow these steps: • Only mow in broad daylight or under well-lit conditions. i) Stop the lawn mower. Remove the battery and/or disconnect the power cord. • Avoid dangerous environments. Do not use the mower in the rain or on damp/wet grass. ii) Inspect for damage. • Always maintain good footing on inclines. iii) Repair any damage before restarting and operating the lawn mower. • Only operate the mower at a walking pace.
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Maintenance + Storage The appliance plug will fit into a polarized extension cord only one way. • Make sure that all nuts, bolts and screws are tightened securely and that the machine is in safe working condition. If the appliance plug does not fit fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not fit, obtain a correct polarized extension cord. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet.
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5. Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the lawn mower by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges. Despite all the safety precautions, caution must always be exercised when handling batteries. The following points must be obeyed at all times to ensure safe use. Safe use can only be guaranteed if undamaged cells are used. Incorrect handling of the battery pack can cause cell damage. 6.
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• Unplug charger when not in use – Make sure to remove battery packs from unplugged chargers. when its capacity falls to just 80% of its capacity when new. Weakened cells in an aged battery pack are no longer capable of meeting the high power requirements needed for the proper operation of your lawn mower, and therefore pose a safety risk. mWARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, always unplug the charger before performing any cleaning or maintenance.
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Information about the charger and the charging process Protection from environmental influences 1. Wear suitable work clothes. Wear safety goggles. 1. Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery charger. Be sure to connect the battery charger to a power supply with the voltage marked on the rating plate. Never connect it to a different mains voltage. 2. Protect your hybrid tool and the battery charger from moisture and rain. Moisture and rain can cause dangerous cell damage. 3.
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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. Symbols Descriptions Symbols Descriptions WARNING! To reduce the risk of injury, user must read instruction manual. WARNING! Do not expose the unit to rain or wet conditions. Keep dry. Safety alert. Caution. Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away. Wear eye and hearing protection.
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Know Your Hybrid Lawn Mower Read the owner’s manual and safety rules carefully before operating the lawn mower. 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 reference. 1. Switch bar lever 21. Cutting height adjustment lever 2. AC safety lock button 3. Extension cord restraint holder 4. Switch box 5. DC safety lock button 22.
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Unpacking IMPORTANT! Due to the high risk of bodily injury to the user, the lawn mower may not be used to trim bushes, hedges or shrubs, to cut scaling vegetation, planted roofs, or balconygrown grass, to clean (suck up) dirt and debris off walkways, or to chop up tree or hedge clippings. Moreover, the lawn mower may not be used as a power cultivator to level out high areas such as molehills.
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2. Cover the lower handle ends with the multi-position height adjustment quick lock wheels, and turn the wheels clockwise to tighten (Figs. 2 – 3). Lower handle Fig. 2 Fig. 4 Multi-position height adjustment quick lock wheel Upper handle Upper handle knob Upper handle bolts Lower handle Upper handle knob Multi-position height adjustment quick lock wheel 4. Turn the upper handle knobs clockwise to secure (Fig. 5). Fig. 5 Lower handle Fig.
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Fig. 6 Lights Light Indicators Charge level button The battery is at 30% capacity and requires charging Support rod The battery is at 60% capacity and requires charging soon Protective plastic strap The battery is at full capacity NOTE: If the charge level button does not appear to be working, place the battery pack on the charger and charge as needed. 2. Lift the ejector flap with one hand.
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Fig. 10 Fig. 8 Battery cover Locking button green Power on 4. Place the battery pack into the charger by sliding the pack as shown to lock it into position. When you insert the battery into the charger, the bottom red light will illuminate to indicate that the battery is charging (Fig. 11). 2. Pull the push lock button on the battery to pull the battery pack up and out of the equipment (Fig. 9). 5. When the bottom light turns green, the battery is fully charged (Fig. 11). Fig. 9 Fig.
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Flashing green Flashing red Temperature abnormal Charging a Hot or Cold Battery Pack Flashing red only Something is wrong 6. A fully discharged pack with an internal temperature in the normal range will fully charge in 2.5 to 3 hours (between 32ºF/0ºC and 113ºF/45ºC). Heavily cycled battery packs may take longer to charge completely. 7. The battery charge indicator lights on the battery pack will display as the pack is charging to indicate the battery’s capacity. 8.
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Powering On + Off Fig. 16 NOTE: AC mode means the power is coming from the electrical outlet. DC mode means the power is coming from the lithium-ion battery. If you are using AC (electric) power mode: 1. Push a loop of the extension cord through the slot on the cord lock from the opposite side of the restraint hook. Position the loop over the hook and pull the cable back through the slot (Fig. 14). Safety key Slot cover AC slot Fig. 14 4.
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If you are using DC (battery) power mode: Fig. 20 1. Open the battery compartment cover and slide the battery down to lock it into position (Fig. 18). Fig. 18 Switch lever Battery DC safety lock button 4. To power off the mower, simply release the switch lever. Grass Bag Filling Level Indicator 1. The grass bag is equipped with a filling level indicator window that is opened by the airflow that the lawn mower generates during operation (Fig. 21). 2.
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Setting the Cutting Height • When crossing any graveled surfaces, release the switch bar lever to turn off the mower. The stones can be picked up and thrown by the rotating blade. IMPORTANT! Before adjusting the cutting height, make sure the motor is switched off and the safety key has been pulled. • Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall weeds. 1.
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Servicing 5. Do not cover the lawn mower with a solid plastic sheet . Plastic coverings trap moisture around the mower, which can damage the unit. • Ensure that all mounting components (i.e. screws, bolts, nuts etc.) are always tightened so that the equipment can be safely operated at all times. Battery Caution + Disposal Information • Frequently inspect the grass bag assembly for signs of wear and replace immediately with a genuine Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® part if damage is found.
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iCHRG40 Federal Communications Commission (FCC) mWARNING! Any changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the equipment. Class B device: NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
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Optional Accessories mWARNING! 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 tool. Contact Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® if you are unsure whether it is safe to use a particular replacement part or accessory with your tool. The use of any other attachment or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage. ® Accessories 1 Item Model EcoSharp® PRO 40 V 5.
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