Snow Joe SB601E-RM User Manual
Stringless Electric Trimmer/Edger
Stringless Electric Trimmer/Edger
Model No. SB601ERM
A Division of Snow Joe, LLC
mCAUTION!
Before using this electric tool, carefully read and observe the
safety rules and instructions listed below. Before starting work,
make sure that you know how to stop the machine in case of
an emergency, The incorrect use of this machine could cause
serious injury. Keep these instructions in a safe place and on
hand so that they can be consulted when required.
mCAUTION!
The grass trimmer should only be used for cutting lawns and
along the borders of ower beds. Other uses of the trimmer,
not in these instructions, could damage the trimmer or
seriously injure the operator.
Safety Rules
mWARNING: When using electric gardening tools,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
Read All Instruction
a) FOR ALL DOUBLE - INSULATED APPLIANCES
1) Replacement parts - When servicing, use only identical
replacement parts.
2) Polarized Appliance Connections - To reduce the risk
of electric shock, this appliance has polarized plug (one
blade is wider than the other) and will require the use of a
polarized extension cord. The appliance plug will t into a
polarized extension cord only one way. If the plug does not
t fully into the extension cord, reverse the plug. If the plug
still does not t, obtain a correct polarized extension cord.
This plug will t into the polarized wall outlet only one way.
If the plug still does not t fully into wall outlet, reverse
the plug. If the plug still does not t, contact a qualied
electrician to install proper wall outlet. Do not change the
equipment plug, extension cord receptacle, or extension
cord plug in any way.
Form No. SJ-SB601ERM-880E
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
face or dust mask if operation is dusty. Keep body parts
clear of rotating line.
5) Use the right tools - Do not use tools for any job except
that for which it is intended.
6) Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet to be used for the
gardening appliances. Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure
for safety.
7)
mWARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock,
use only with an extension cord intended for outdoor
use, such as an extension cord of cord type SW-A,
SOW-A, STW-A, STOW-A, SJW-A, SJOW-A, SJTW-A, or
SJTOW-A.
8) Extension cord - Make sure your extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, be sure to use
one heavy enough to carry the current your product will
draw. An under sized extension cord will cause a drop in
line voltage resulting in loss of power and overheating.
Table 1 shows the correct size to use depending on cord
length and nameplate ampere rating. If in doubt, use the
next heavier gauge. The smaller the gauge number, the
heavier the cord. To reduce the risk of disconnection of the
appliance cord from the extension cord during operating:
Method of securing extension cord
Cord set
(A) Tie cord as shown
Appliance Cord
b) FOR ALL APPLIANCES
1) Avoid dangerous environment - Don’t use appliances in
damp or wet locations. Don’t use in rain.
2) Children and all visitors should be kept at a distance within
50 feet (15 meters) away from work area; the grass which
is cut and dispersed may contain stones and debris. You
and others can be blinded/injured.
3) Dress properly - Always wear suitable clothing when using
the trimmer to prevent head, hand, or feet injuries.
4) Wear safety glasses, high boots, (or sturdy shoes and
trousers) for leg protection and work gloves. Always use
© 2012 by Snow Joe, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
(B) Connect plug and receptacle
Figure 2
i) Make a knob as shown in gure 2; or
ii) Use one of the plug-receptacle retaining straps or
connectors described in this manual.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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Table 1 Minimum Gauge for Extension Cords
Volts Total Length of Cord in Feet
120V 25 50 100 150
240V 50 100 200 300
Ampere Rating
More Than Not more Than AWG
0-6 18 16 16 12
6-10 18 16 14 12
10-12 16 16 14 12
12-16 14 12 Not Recommended
NOTE - Only the applicable parts of the Table need to be
included. For instance, a 120-volt product need not include
the 240-volt heading.
9) Avoid unintentional starting - Don’t carry plugged-in tool
with nger, be sure switch is off when plugging in.
10) Don’t abuse cord - Never carry tool by cord or yank it to
disconnect from receptacle. Keep cord from heat, oil, and
sharp edges.
11) Don’t grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting edges
when picking up or holding the appliance. (For grass
shears and similar tools only).
12) Don’t force tool - It will do the job better and with less
likelihood of a risk of injury at the rate for which it was
designed.
13) Don’t overreach - Keep proper footing and balance at all
times.
14) Stay alert - Watch what you are doing. Use common sense.
Do not operate trimmer when you are tired.
15) Disconnect tool - Turn the trimmer off and disconnect
the plug when: the trimmer is not being used; it is left
unattended; it is being examined because it is not working
correctly; the power supply cable is damaged; the blade
is being removed or changed or when the trimmer is being
moved from one place to another.
16) Store idle tools indoors - When not in use, tools should be
stored indoors in dry, and high or docked-up place - out of
reach of children.
17) Maintain tools with cares - Keep cutting edge sharp and
clean for best performance and to reduce the risk of
injury. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing
accessories. Inspect trimmer periodically and replace if
damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility.
Keep handles dry, clean, free from oil and grease.
18) Checked damage parts - Before further use of the trimmer,
a guard or other part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine that it will operate properly and
perform its intended function. Check for the alignment of
moving parts, binding of moving parts, breakage of parts,
mounting, and any other condition that may affect its
operation. A guard or other part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
c) EDGER-TRIMMERS
1) Keep guards in place and in working order.
2) Keep blade sharp.
3) Keep hands and feet away from cutting area.
d) ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS FOR LAWN TRIMMER/
EDGE TRIMMER:
mDANGER: Never use steel blades or other devices.
Use of any other accessories or attachments will increase the
risk of injury.
mCAUTION!
The blade will continue to rotate after turning the trimmer OFF.
Wait until the blade has completely stopped before making
contact. Do not try to stop the cutting device with your hands.
Be careful of the blade, which can give deep cuts.
• Only use the type of blade originally provided with the
trimmer.
• Do not use the trimmer to cut grass which is not in contact
with the ground.
• Do not switch the grass trimmer on in enclosed or poorly
ventilated spaces or in the presence of inammable and/or
explosive substances such as liquids, gas, and powders.
• Only cut during broad daylight or with corresponding
articial light.
• Do not cross roads or gravel paths with the trimmer still
running.
• The trimmer must be operated vertical, perpendicular to the
ground.
• Check regularly that the screws are properly secured.
mCAUTION!
The guard is critical to the safety of the operator and people
near the trimmer. The guard keeps the trimmer in good working
order and must always be in place during operation. Failure to
have the guard in place during operation is dangerous and will
void the warranty.
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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 and
follow all instructions in the manual(s) before attempting to
assemble and operate.
WARNING! Keep out of rain and away from wet areas.
DANGER! Rotating objects may spin off and cause personal
injury. Keep people away from hazard area.
WARNING! Always turn the machine OFF and disconnect the
electrical power before conducting inspection, cleaning and
maintenance.
Symbol Description
DANGER! Keep electrical extension cable away from tines.
DANGER! Rotating parts may cause serious injury. Allow the
blade to completely stop before moving the machine,
inspection, cleaning and maintenance.
SAFETY ALERT
DOUBLE INSULATION
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