Sun MJ502 M User Manual

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

A Division of Snow Joe®, LLC

MANUAL QUAD-WHEEL REEL MOWER

20-INCH | GRASS CATCHER | RAZOREEL

Model MJ502 M Form No. SJ-MJ502M-880E-MR5

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions

All Operators Must Read These Instructions Before Use

Always follow these safety guidelines. Failure to do so may result in serious bodily injury or death.

General Safety WARNINGS!

When using this reel mower, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of personal injury. These precautions include:

mWARNING! This unit can be dangerous! Careless or

improper use can cause serious injury.

mWARNING! Risk of dismemberment: keep hands and

feet away from the rotating blades and the cutting area.

Before using the reel mower, familiarize yourself with the controls, especially how to stop the mower in an emergency. The only individuals who should use the mower are those who thoroughly understand these instructions and know how to properly operate the unit. Children should never be allowed access to the mower.

Retain this manual for future reference and reread it at the start of each mowing season.

Safety Information

1. Never place hands, ngers, or feet inside the reel.

Although this mower is not powered by a motor, the reel spins when the wheels turn, and it is sharp enough to cause serious injury.

2. Never mow when the grass is wet as it can be slippery.

3. Do not use the reel mower while barefoot or while wearing

sandals.

4. Walk behind, never run, while using the reel mower. Always keep proper footing and balance when using this reel mower.

5. Do not intentionally strike or hit trees, fences, or other objects. Doing so can cause severe injuries or permanently damage the reel mower's mechanisms.

6. Make sure that the reel mower is in proper working order prior to use. Do not attempt to operate this reel mower if it is damaged. Contact your authorized Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center at 1-866- SNOWJOE (1-866-766-9563).

dealer or call the Snow Joe® + Sun Joe®

IMPORTANT!

Safety Instructions for Walk-Behind Reel Mowers

General Operation

• Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the

machine and in the manual(s) before starting.

• Do not put hands or feet near or under the machine. Always stay clear of the discharge opening.

• Only responsible adults who are familiar with the

instructions should be allowed to operate this machine.

• Clear the mowing area of foreign objects such as rocks,

wire, toys, and other miscellaneous articles, which could be picked up and thrown by the rotating blades.

• Make sure that the mowing area is clear of bystanders before starting the mower. Stop the mower if anyone enters the area.

• Always look down and behind before starting and while

moving backward with the mower.

• Do not operate the machine without safety protective

devices in place and in proper working order.

• Never operate the mower on wet grass. Always be sure of

your footing; walk, never run, with the mower.

• Keep blades sharp.

• Keep hands and feet away from the cutting area.

• Always wear eye protection when operating the machine.

• Objects struck by the reel mower blades can cause severe

injuries. The mowing area should always be carefully examined and cleared of all objects prior to each mowing.

• Only use identical replacement blades.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Slope Operation

Slopes are major factors involved in slip and fall accidents. Such accidents can cause severe personal injury. Operating this mower on any inclined surface requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it.

• Mow across the face of a sloped surface; never mow

up and down a slope. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope.

• Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden objects. These may cause an unexpected slip or fall.

• Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes. Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.

• Do not mow near drop-os, ditches, or embankments.

You could lose your footing or balance.

Children

Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

• Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator.

• Stay alert and stop the reel mower if a child enters the

area.

• Never allow children access to the machine.

• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs,

trees, or other objects that may block your view of a child.

Service

• Keep all nuts and bolts tight.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Regularly check to

ensure these devices are in place and in proper working order.

• Keep the reel mower free from grass, leaves, or other

debris buildup.

• If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the reel mower. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Check the grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer’s recommended parts when necessary.

• The mower blades are sharp. Wrap the blades or wear

gloves when handling.

• Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as

needed.

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 SymbolsDescriptions Descriptions

READ THE OPERATOR'S MANUAL(S) – Read, understand,

and follow all instructions in the user manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate.

SAFETY ALERT – Indicates a precaution, a warning, or a danger.

DANGER! Cutting/dismemberment hazard – Keep feet away from the rotating blades.

CAUTION! Beware of stones and other foreign objects that could be thrown from the appliance.

Slip on slope hazard – Use extra caution when mowing on slopes to prevent slip and fall accidents.

Keep bystanders and children a safe distance away.

DANGER! Sharp blades can

sever ngers and toes. Keep

away from the cutting area.

DANGER! Cutting/dismemberment hazard – Keep hands away from the rotating blades.

Know Your Manual Reel Mower

Read the owner’s manual and safety instructions carefully before operating the reel mower. Compare the illustration below to the reel mower in order to become familiar with the location of the various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

1. Foam grip

2. Upper handle

3. Upper handle knob and bolt (2)

4. Middle handle bar (2)

5. Lower handle knob and bolt (4)

6. Lower handle

7. Grass catcher

8. Height adjustment levers

9. Rear wheel (2)

10. Front wheel (2)

11. Reel mower body

12. Steel blades

Technical Data

Rotor ............................................................5 steel blades

Cutting Width ..............................................20 in (50.8 cm)

Cutting Heights ...........................................1.2 in. – 2.4 in.

(3 cm – 6.1 cm)

Wheel Size ...................................................Front: 10 in. (25 cm)

Rear: 6 in. (15 cm)

Grass Catcher Capacity ..............................8.5 gal (32 l)

Height Control ............................................. 9-position manual

height adjustment

Weight .........................................................30.3 lbs (13.8 kg)

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