13-AMP ELECTRIC LEAF MULCHER/SHREDDER
Model SDJ616-RM
A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC
IMPORTANT!
Safety Instructions
All Operators Must Read These
Instructions Before Use
General Power Tool Safety Warnings
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.
mWARNING!
Read all safety warnings and
all instructions
structions may result in electric shock, re, or serious injury.
mWARNING! When using electric gardening appliances,
basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce
the risk of re, electric shock, and personal injury, including the
following:
mWARNING!
This electric leaf mulcher/shredder is designed to shred leaves,
thatch, grass clippings, and pine needles. It cannot be used to
shred branches, sticks, or brush.
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 a 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. A polarized extension cord will require the use of a
polarized wall outlet. This plug will t into the polarized
wall outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into
Failure to follow all warnings and in-
Form No. SJ-SDJ616-RM-880E-MR2
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
the wall outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not
t, contact a qualied electrician to install the proper wall
outlet. Do not change the equipment plug, extension cord
receptacle, or extension cord plug in any way.
For All Appliances
1. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use electrical
appliances in damp or wet locations.
2. Do not use in the rain.
3. Keep children and pets away – All bystanders including
children and pets should be kept a safe distance away
from the work area.
4. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
They can be caught in moving parts. Use of rubber gloves
and substantial footwear is recommended when working
outdoors. Wear protective hair covering to contain long
hair.
5. Use safety glasses – Always wear protective eyewear
and use a face or dust mask when operating an appliance
that generates a signicant amount of dust.
6. Use the right appliance – Do not use the appliance for
any job except that for which it is intended.
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. Avoid unintentional starting – Do not carry a plugged-in
appliance with your nger on the switch. Make sure the
switch is o before plugging in the appliance.
9. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the appliance by its
cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp edges.
10. Do not grasp the exposed cutting blades or cutting
edges when picking up or holding the appliance.
(This precaution only applies for grass shears and similar
appliances.)
11. Do not force the appliance – It will do the job better and
with less likelihood of a risk of injury if it is used at the rate
for which it was designed.
12. Do not overreach – Keep proper footing and balance at
all times.
13. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the appliance when you are tired.
14. Disconnect the appliance – Disconnect the appliance
from the power supply when it is not in use, before
servicing it, and when changing accessories.
© 2014 by Snow Joe®, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
For household use only
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15. Store idle appliances indoors – When not in use,
appliances should be stored indoors in a dry and high or
locked-up place out of the reach of children.
16. Maintain appliance with care – Inspect extension cords
periodically and immediately replace them if they are
damaged. Only use an authorized service facility to repair
the appliance. Keep the handles of the unit dry, clean, and
free from oil and grease.
17. Check for damaged parts – Before using the appliance,
carefully check the device to conrm that it will operate
properly and perform its intended function. Check for
alignment of moving parts, binding of moving parts,
breakage of parts, mounting, and any other condition that
may aect its operation. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired or replaced by an authorized service
center unless indicated elsewhere in this manual.
Electrical Safety
1. Ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) protection should
be provided on the circuit(s) or outlet(s) to be used for the
leaf mulcher/shredder. Receptacles are available having
built-in GFCI protection and may be used for this measure
of safety.
2. To prevent electric shock, use only with an extension cord
suitable for outdoor use, such as SW, SOW, STW, STOW,
SJTW or SJTOW.
Before use, check that the extension cord is in good
condition. When using an extension cord, make sure to
use one heavy enough to carry the current your product
will draw. For lengths less than 50 feet, a No. 14 AWG
extension cord should be used. An undersized cord will
cause a drop in line voltage resulting in loss of power and
overheating.
3. To reduce the risk of electric shock, this appliance has
a polarized plug (i.e. one blade is wider than the other).
Use this appliance only with a polarized, UL-listed (CSA
certied in Canada) extension cord recommended for
outdoor use. The appliance plug will t into a polarized
extension cord only one way.
If the appliance 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. A polarized extension
cord will require the use of a polarized wall outlet. The
extension cord plug will t into the polarized wall outlet
only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the wall
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug still does not t,
contact a qualied electrician to install the proper wall
outlet. Do not modify the appliance plug, extension cord
receptacle or extension cord plug in any way.
4. To prevent the appliance cord from disconnecting from the
extension cord during operation, make a knot with the two
cords as shown in Table 1.
Table 1. Method of Securing Extension Cord
Cord set Appliance cord
(A) Tie cord as shown
m WARNING! m
Electric shock may cause SEVERE INJURY or
DEATH. Heed these warnings:
• Do not allow any part of the leaf mulcher/shredder
to make contact with water while it is in operation. If
the appliance becomes wet while turned o, wipe dry
before starting.
• Use only a UL-rated extension cord for outdoor,
all-weather use. Do not use an extension cord over
100 ft (30 m).
• Do not touch the appliance or its plug with wet hands
or while standing in water. Wearing rubber boots
oers some protection.
EXTENSION CORD CHART
Cord Length:
Min. Wire Gauge (A.W.G.):
50 ft (15m)
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100 ft (30 m)
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(B) Connect plug and receptacle
5. Do not abuse the cord. Never pull the appliance by the
cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle.
Keep the cord away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Double-Insulated Appliances
In a double-insulated appliance, two systems of insulation
are provided instead of grounding. No grounding means is
provided on a double-insulated appliance, nor should a
means for grounding be added to the appliance. Servicing a
double-insulated appliance requires extreme care and
knowledge of the system, and should be performed only by
qualied service personnel at an authorized Snow Joe
Sun Joe
insulated appliance must be identical to the parts they replace.
A double-insulated appliance is marked with the words
“Double Insulation” or “Double Insulated.” The symbol
(square within a square) may also be marked on the appliance.
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service dealer. Replacement parts for a double-
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DOUBLE-INSULATED: GROUNDING NOT
REQUIRED. WHEN SERVICING, USE ONLY
IDENTICAL REPLACEMENT PARTS.
This leaf mulcher/shredder is double-insulated, eliminating
the need for a separate grounding system. Use only identical
replacements parts. Read the instructions before servicing
double-insulated leaf shredders. Use this leaf mulcher/
shredder only as described in this manual.
mWARNING! To reduce the risk of electric shock, do
not expose to rain. Store indoors.
mWARNING! For your own safety, read and
understand the operator’s manual. Do not run the unit
unattended.
mCAUTION! To reduce the risk of injury from moving
parts, unplug the unit before cleaning or servicing.
Additional Safety Rules for
Leaf Mulcher/ Shredder
1. Become familiar with all sections of this owner’s manual
before attempting to operate the leaf mulcher/shredder.
This leaf mulcher/shredder should be used solely for the
purpose for which it is intended.
2. Use only parts or accessories specically designed for
use with this leaf mulcher/shredder. Using other parts or
accessories could increase risk of injury.
3. Keep your hands and other body parts and loose articles
of clothing away from the funnel and upper housing area.
4. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the leaf
mulcher/shredder in damp or wet locations. Do not
operate in rain. Store indoors when not in use, in a dry and
high or locked-up place out of the reach of children.
5. This leaf mulcher/shredder should be operated on a solid,
level surface.
from the leaf mulcher/shredder, immediately switch o
the unit and wait until it comes to a complete stop. Then,
disconnect the power cord and follow the steps below:
a) Remove any foreign or clogged material.
b) Check for any loose parts and tighten them to ensure
continued safe operation.
c) Replace or repair any damaged parts.
12. Check the discharge area periodically after stopping
the leaf mulcher/shredder to ensure that the processed
material does not build up and clog the motor cooling
vents.
13. Do not move the leaf mulcher/shredder when the motor is
running or when your nger is on the switch.
Unpacking
Due to modern mass production techniques, it is unlikely
that your power tool is faulty or that a part is missing.
If your power tool does not arrive intact, do not operate the
tool until the parts have been replaced or the fault has been
rectied. Contact the Snow Joe
center for assistance. Failure to do so could result in serious
personal injury.
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/Sun Joe® customer service
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mWARNING! To reduce the risk of electrical shock, use
only an extension cord intended for outdoor use.
7. If for any reason you need to inspect, clean, or repair the
leaf mulcher/shredder, turn the unit o and wait until it
comes to a complete stop. Then, disconnect the power
cord before conducting such inspection or repair.
8. Disconnect the leaf mulcher/shredder from the power
source when it is not in use, before servicing, and when
replacing the cutting lines.
9. When feeding material into the leaf mulcher/shredder,
make sure that you do not accidentally insert pieces of
metal, rocks, bottles, cans, or other foreign objects.
10. Do not force the leaf mulcher/shredder. It will do the job
better and with less likelihood of injury if it is used at the
rate for which it was designed.
11. If the cutting mechanism strikes a foreign object or if
you notice an unusual rattling noise or vibration coming
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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
safety instructions before attempting to assemble and operate the leaf mulcher/shredder.
Symbols SymbolsDescriptions Descriptions
SAFETY ALERT – indicates
a precaution, a warning,
or a danger.
READ THE OPERATOR’S
MANUAL(S) – Read,
understand, and follow all
safety instructions in the
manual(s) before attempting
to assemble and operate.
WARNING! Keep away from
rain and other wet areas.
CAUTION! Remove plug from
the outlet immediately if the
cord is damaged or cut.
CAUTION! Remove plug
from the outlet before
conducting inspection,
cleaning, or maintenance.
DANGER! Keep hands and
feet away from the cutting
area.
Risk of eye injury – Use
safety glasses or similar
eye protection. Wear
hearing protection.
Wear protective gloves
when using the machine
and handling debris. Wear
protective shoes during
operation.
Keep bystanders at a safe
distance away from the
machine.
Double insulation.
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Know Your Electric Leaf Mulcher/Shredder
It is important to know the features and safety requirements of the leaf mulcher/shredder. Do not use the leaf mulcher/shredder
for purposes or applications other than those for which the unit is intended.
1. Funnel cover
2. Funnel
3. Locking tabs (8)
4. Clamps (2)
5. Air vents (2)
6. Circuit breaker
7. Housing
8. Height adjustment knob
9. Plug and cable
10. Assembling hole for legs (3)
11. Telescoping legs (3)
12. ON/OFF switch
13. Elastic strap
14. Mulch adjustment control dial
15. 0.1 in. x 12.6 in. (2.5 mm x 320 mm)
replacement cutting line (20 pcs.)
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Technical Data
Rated Voltage 120 V ~ 60 Hz
Power 13 amp
No Load Speed 8,000 rpm
Particle Reduction Ratio 16:1
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Max. Cutting Diameter 12 in. (30.4 cm)
Line Diameter 0.1 in. (2.5 mm)
Line Length 12.6 in. (320 mm)
Weight 13.4 lbs (6.1 kg)
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Assembly
mWARNING! Do not connect to power supply until
assembly is complete. Failure to comply could result in
accidental starting and serious personal injury.
mCAUTION! Carefully unpack the components of
the box and verify that all parts are intact. Do not separate
the parts by force. If any part is broken, please contact an
authorized service agent.
Unpacking
1. Open the box.
Fig. 1
Assembling the Mulcher Stand
1. Loosen the height adjustment knob on the leg and pull the
tube to the desired height; tighten the knob to secure the
leg in place (Figs. 4 & 5).
Fig. 4
Fig. 5
2. Take out the funnel assembly and the three legs.
Fig. 2
3. Remove the motor bracket from the funnel.
Cover plate Motor bracket
Funnel
2. With your nger pressed against the leg pin indicated in
Fig. 6, insert the leg into the hole on the motor housing
assembly. Let the pin slip into the hole to secure the leg
in place. Repeat with the two other legs until the two
remaining holes on the housing assembly are properly
tted.
Fig. 6
Fig. 3
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Assembling the Mulching Power Head
1. Make sure the motor housing sits securely on the
three legs (Fig. 7).
Fig. 7
2. Fit the funnel onto the motor housing, aligning the
funnel gap with the motor housing rib. Use the clamps
located on the motor housing to secure the funnel in place
(Fig. 8).
Fig. 8
3. Fit the funnel cover in the funnel. Use the 8 locking tabs
on the funnel to ensure a secure t (Fig. 9).
Fig. 9
Funnel
Funnel cover
Locking tabs
Fitting the Collection Bag
NOTE: This unit does not come with a leaf collection bag.
You must supply your own. (You may use a plastic, paper, or
cloth collection bag depending on your preferred method of
waste disposal.)
1. Open the bag and t it around the motor housing. Use the
elastic strap located at the base of the unit to secure the
bag in place (Fig. 10).
NOTE: You can remove the mulcher stand and t the
hopper onto a leaf-bag lined trash container for easy and
convenient disposal of the shredded waste.
Gap lines up with rib
Motor housing rib guide
Fig. 10
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Operation
ON/OFF Switch
The On/O switch is located on the lower side of the motor
housing portion of the power head. To turn on, push the green
button. To turn o, push the red button (Fig. 11).
Fig. 11
Circuit breaker
On/O button
Adjusting the Control Dial
The control dial (Fig. 12) regulates the particle size and speed
at which material passes through the unit. When the control
dial is set in the COARSE position, material will process
through the unit faster, but will yield a larger particle size
than if the dial were set to the FINE position. The FINE
position setting will discharge the material slower, but will
yield the smallest particle reduction ratio (up to 16:1). Use the
special settings for pine needles, grass clippings, and thatch
as needed. For best results, material should be shredded
when dry.
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NOTE: If the unit stops, wait 1 minute and then press the
circuit breaker reset button.
mCAUTION! To prevent exposure to dusty warm air,
do not stand in front of the motor ventilation slots.
Loading Your Machine
With the mulcher running, feed double handfuls of dry
leaves or single handfuls of wet leaves into the funnel. Allow
the machine sucient time to shred the load completely
and regain speed before inserting the next handful. Do not
overload the machine by letting it labor at low speed; this may
cause the motor to stop. If this happens, turn the switch o,
unplug the machine, clear the unshredded material from the
funnel, restart the machine, and then resume shredding.
mWARNING! Filling the mulcher with unshredded
material at a rate faster than the machine can handle may
result in permanent damage to the motor. Always wear
protective glasses and a dust mask.
Maintenance
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WARNING! Disconnect the appliance from the power
supply before carrying out any cleaning, maintenance, or when
replacing the cutting line.
Cleaning Your Unit
Your unit requires minimal maintenance to keep it in proper
working order. It is recommended that you clean out builtup residue inside the motor housing area during and after
each use. Disassemble the unit and use a cloth dampened
with clean water to clean the funnel cover and funnel. Use
a dry cloth to clean the motor housing. Replace the cutting
line as needed and clean the air vents frequently. Any other
maintenance or repairs should be performed by an authorized
Snow Joe
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/Sun Joe® service center.
mCAUTION! Cleaning the motor housing with water
will lead to permanent motor damage. Use a dry cloth only.
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Replacing the Cutting Line
This electric leaf mulcher/shredder features a bladeless
mulching system that utilizes 0.1 in. x 12.6 in. (2.5 mm x
320 mm) heavy-duty trimmer line. Twenty replacement cutting
lines are included in the box. Visit snowjoe.com to purchase
additional cutting line (Model SDJ616L).
1. Replace the cutting line when a noticeable decrease in
shredding eciency is observed. To remove the worn
cutting lines, cut the old lines and pull the remaining line
out of the spinner head.
2. When installing new cutting lines, feed each end of the
new line through the two holes in the post on top of the
spinner head (Fig. 13).
Fig. 13
4. Thread the lines through each corresponding ferrule
(Fig. 15).
Fig. 15
5. Ensure that both ends of the line are straight and are even
in length (Fig. 16).
NOTE: There is a built-in line cutter that will cut and trim
the lines slightly longer than desired.
Fig. 16
3. Check that the two ends of the line are even in length on
both sides (Fig. 14).
Fig. 14
6. Refer to the above steps to replace another cutting line
(Fig. 17).
Fig. 17
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mWARNING! For optimal performance, use only
replacement cutting lines designed specically for this electric
leaf mulcher/shredder (Model SDJ616L).
Monolament lines having a maximum diameter of 0.1 in.
(2.5 mm) and a maximum length of 12.6 in. (320 mm) long may
be temporarily substituted, but this is NOT recommended.
Use of thicker lines, lines made of substitute material, or lines
greater than 12.6 in. (320 mm) long may result in permanent
damage to the motor and will void the manufacturer’s warranty.
Immediately replace any worn parts of the spinner head.
Storage
When storing the electric leaf mulcher/shredder at the end of
the season, disassemble the unit and stack the parts in the
following order (Fig. 18):
1. Place the funnel into the box.
2. Fit the motor housing into the funnel.
3. Place the funnel cover onto the motor housing
4. Rest the legs in the box beside the funnel.
Fig. 18
Service and Support
If your electric leaf mulcher/shredder requires service or
maintenance, please contact the Snow Joe
customer service center at 1-866-766-9563.
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Model and Serial Numbers
When contacting the company or reordering parts, you will
need to provide the model and serial numbers of your product.
These are found at the bottom of your electric leaf mulcher/
shredder. Copy these numbers into the space provided below.
Record the following numbers from the housing or handle of your
new product:
Model #:
S D J 6 1 6 - R M
Serial #:
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SNOW JOE® + SUN JOE® REFURBISHED GOODS WARRANTY
GENERAL CONDITIONS:
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Snow Joe
+ Sun Joe® operating under Snow Joe®, LLC
warrants this refurbished product to the original purchaser
for one year against defects in material or workmanship when
used for normal residential purposes. If a replacement part or
product is needed, it will be sent free of charge to the original
purchaser except as noted below.
The duration of this warranty applies only if the product is put
to personal use around the household. If the product is put to
any business, commercial or industrial use or is rented or leased,
then the duration of this warranty is 90 days from the date of
original purchase. It is the owner’s responsibility to correctly
perform all maintenance and minor adjustments explained in
the owner’s manual.
HOW TO OBTAIN YOUR REPLACEMENT PART OR PRODUCT:
To obtain a replacement part or product, please visit
snowjoe.com/help or email us at help@snowjoe.com for
instructions. Please be sure to register your unit beforehand to
speed up this process. Certain products may require a serial
number, typically found on the decal axed to the housing
or guard of your product. All products require a valid proof
of purchase.
EXCLUSIONS:
• Wearing parts like belts, augers, chains and tines are
not covered under this warranty. Wearing parts can be
purchased at snowjoe.com or by calling 1-866-SNOWJOE
(1-866-766-9563).
• Batteries are covered in full for 90-days from the date of
purchase.
Snow Joe® + Sun Joe® may from time to time change the design
of its products. Nothing contained in this warranty shall be
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construed as obligating Snow Joe
+ Sun Joe® to incorporate
such design changes into previously manufactured products,
nor shall such changes be construed as an admission that
previous designs were defective.
This warranty is intended to cover product defects only.
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Snow Joe
, LLC is not liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use or misuse of
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the Snow Joe
+ Sun Joe® products covered by this warranty.
This warranty does not cover any cost or expense incurred
by the purchaser in providing substitute equipment or service
during reasonable periods of malfunction or non-use of this
product while waiting for a replacement part or unit under this
warranty. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental
or consequential damages so the above exclusions may not
apply in all states. This warranty may give you specic legal
rights in your state.
HOW TO REACH US:
We’re here to help Monday through Friday from 9AM to 6PM EST.
You can reach us at 1-866-SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563), online
at snowjoe.com, via email at help@snowjoe.com or tweet us
@snowjoe.
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products exported from the United States and Canada should
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contact their Snow Joe
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information applicable to your country, province or state. If for
any reason, you are not satised with the distributor’s service,
or if you have diculty obtaining warranty information, contact
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