© 2015 by Snow Joe
®
, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
A Division of Snow Joe
®
, LLC
Model HJ22HTE
Form No. SJ-HJ22HTE-880E-MR1
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
22-INCH 3.5-AMP ELECTRIC
HEDGE TRIMMER
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!
You and any other operator of this hedge trimmer must read,
understand, and follow these instructions in their entirety.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in ELECTRIC
SHOCK, FIRE, and/or serious PERSONAL INJURY.
Notice the personal safety alert symbol
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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.
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WARNING!
This unit can be dangerous! Careless or
improper use can cause serious injury.
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WARNING!
The rotating blades can cut you. Keep
hands and feet away from the blades and the cutting area.
Before using the hedge trimmer, familiarize yourself with
the controls, especially how to stop the hedge trimmer in
an emergency. The only individuals who should use the
hedge trimmer are those who thoroughly understand these
instructions and know how to properly operate the unit.
Children should never be allowed access to the hedge trimmer.
Retain this manual for future reference and reread it at the start
of each trimming season.
1. Keep work area clean and well-lit – Cluttered, dark
areas invite accidents.
2. Replacement parts – When servicing this unit, use only
identical replacement parts. Replace or repair damaged
cords immediately.
3. Keep children, bystanders, and pets away – All
spectators, including pets, should be kept a safe distance
away from the work area.
4. Know your product – Know how to start and stop the
machine. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls.
5. Use the right tool – Do not use this machine for any job
except that for which it was intended.
6. Dress properly – Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as
such articles can become caught in moving parts. Wear
a protective covering to contain long hair. Wearing rubber
gloves and substantial non-slip footwear is recommended
when working outdoors.
7. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
8. Avoid accidental starting – Do not carry the hedge
trimmer with your finger on the switch. Make sure the
switch is off before plugging in or unplugging the unit.
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CAUTION!
Moving parts will continue to run for several
seconds after turning off the machine.
9. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the hedge trimmer
by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil, and sharp
edges.
10. Moving parts – Keep hands and feet away from moving
parts. Keep guards in place and in proper working order.
11. Do not force the tool – It will perform better with less
likelihood of personal or mechanical 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. Use safety glasses – Also use safety footwear,
snug-fitting clothing, protective gloves, hearing,
and head protection.
14. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the hedge trimmer
from the power supply when it is not in use, before
servicing it, when changing accessories, and when
performing any other maintenance task.
15. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the hedge
trimmer should be stored indoors in a dry and high or
locked-up place out of the reach of children.
16. Maintain the hedge trimmer with care – Keep the
cutting edges sharp and clean for optimal performance
and to reduce the risk of injury. Inspect the extension
cord periodically and immediately replace it if damaged.
Keep the handles dry, clean, and free from oil and grease.
Follow the additional recommendations described in the
maintenance section of this manual.
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