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© 2014 by Snow Joe

®

, LLC

All rights reserved. Original instructions.

A Division of Snow Joe

®

, LLC

Model iON16LM

Form No. SJ-iON16LM-880E-M

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

40 V 16-Inch Cordless Lawn Mower 

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 

fire, electric shock and personal injury. 

General Safety Rules

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.

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 puposes 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. 

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CAUTION:

 

Sharp blades! –

 Remove the battery before 

carrying out any repair work. The blades will continue to 

rotate after the motor is switched off.

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 influence 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.

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WARNING!

 

Turn off the power switch and disconnect 

the battery before adjusting, inspecting, servicing or cleaning 

the lawn mower, when changing accessories or when 

any other dangerous conditions present themselves. All 

maintenace 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.

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WARNING! 

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. Check the cutters and clear them if 

necessary. If the machine continues to vibrate, contact an 

authorized Snow Joe

®

/Sun Joe

®

 service center.

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 off and disconnect the battery 

before touching any parts other than the handles and the 

switch.

11.

 

Cutting/dismemberment hazard of hand – 

Do not touch 

the cutters until the battery has been disconnected from 

the mower and the cutters have reached a complete 

standstill.

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 firmly 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.

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Summary of Contents for iON16LM

Page 1: ...ould 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 mow...

Page 2: ...aight down Be particularly careful when you change direction on a slope Do not mow on overly steep inclines Take extra caution when turning the mower around and when pulling it towards you Switch the mower off remove the battery and wait until the cutters have reached a complete standstill when tipping the mower over transporting it over surfaces other than grass and when moving the mower to and f...

Page 3: ... and cord Never carry the charger by its cord or yank it by the cord to disconnect it from the receptacle Keep the cord away from heat oil and sharp edges Make sure the cord will not be stepped on tripped over or subjected to damage or stress when the charger is in use Do not use the charger with a damaged cord or plug Replace a damaged charger immediately Do not use an extension cord unless it is...

Page 4: ...uipment for safety reasons IMPORTANT Do not press the ON OFF switch any more if the protective cut off has been activated This may damage the battery pack 11 Use only original battery packs The use of other batteries poses a fire risk and may result in injuries or an explosion Information about the charger and the charging process 1 Please check the data marked on the rating plate of the battery c...

Page 5: ...sure to direct sunlight will result in overheating and cell damage Never charge or work with batteries that have been overheated replace them immediately if possible 7 Store the charger and your cordless tool only in dry locations with an ambient temperature of 50 104 F 10 40 C Store your lithium ion battery pack in a cool dry place at a temperature of 50 68 F 10 20 C Protect the battery pack char...

Page 6: ... for several seconds after you turn off the machine Double Insulation Severing of toes or fingers by rotary mower blade CAUTION Objects picked up and thrown by the rotating blade can cause severe injury Cutting dismemberment hazard of hand Keep hands away from the rotating blade Wear eye and hearing protection For protection against injury wear ear defenders and safety goggles Keep bystanders and ...

Page 7: ...city 9 25 gal 35 l Wheel size 6 in 15 2 cm front 8 in 20 3 cm rear Weight mower alone 34 6 lbs 15 7 kg Weight mower with battery installed 37 3 lbs 16 9 kg 2 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 3 4 5 7 8 6 19 20 22 21 18 1 9 1 Switch bar lever 2 Safety switch button 3 Cable clip 2 4 Upper handle knob and bolt 2 5 Grass indicator window 6 Battery cover 7 Battery compartment 8 Safety key 9 Locking button for ba...

Page 8: ...small scale residential lawns and home hobby gardens Public facilities sporting halls and agricultural forestry applications are excluded Please note that this equipment has not been designed for commercial trade or industrial applications The warranty will be voided if the machine is used in commercial trade or industrial businesses or for equivalent purposes Keep these instructions and refer to ...

Page 9: ...ting height make sure the motor is switched off and the safety key has been pulled 1 To set the cutting height on your lawn mower pull out the cutting height adjustment lever move the lever to the left or right and push it back into one of the six cutting positions indicated below Make sure that the lever engages properly Fig 5 6 Position Height Adjustment 1 1 18 in 30 mm 4 2 17 in 55 mm 2 1 38 in...

Page 10: ...harp iBAT40 lithium ion battery packs in compatible EcoSharp iCHRG40 lithium ion battery chargers Other types of batteries may cause personal injury and damage To reduce the risk of electric shock do not allow water to flow into the charger s AC DC plug When to Charge the EcoSharp iBAT40 Lithium Ion Battery NOTE The EcoSharp iBAT40 lithium ion battery packs do not develop a memory when charged aft...

Page 11: ...ake 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 After charging is complete the continuous green light will turn on and the charge level indicator on the battery will turn off 9 If the charging light indicator alternately blinks red and green or the light indicator does not come on at...

Page 12: ...ttery housing Fig 11 and remove the safety key again whenever you interrupt or terminate your work To prevent the equipment switching on accidentally the lawn mower is equipped with a safety switch button which must be pressed before the ON OFF switch bar lever can be activated Powering On and Off 1 Open the battery compartment cover and slide the battery down to lock it into position Fig 12 2 Ins...

Page 13: ... all the stones sticks wires and other foreign objects that could be picked up and thrown by the rotating blade Failure to comply not only will damage the mower blade but can also lead to serious personal injury Be sure to check the mowing blade periodically for signs of wear and sharpen it at least once per year as described in the maintenance section NOTE A sharp blade will greatly enhance the p...

Page 14: ...ssure water Keep the handles dry clean and free of oil and grease At the end of the season perform a general inspection of the lawn mower and remove any grass dirt or other debris that may have accumulated At the start of each season check the condition of the mower blade If repairs are necessary please call the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service center for assistance at 1 866 766 9563 Servicing En...

Page 15: ...less electric tools contain materials that are potentially harmful to the environment Never place any cordless electric tools or battery packs in your household refuse When cordless electric tools become defective or worn remove the rechargeable battery pack and dispose of these items in accordance with federal state and local regulations Contact a recycling agency in your area for recycling locat...

Page 16: ...ed service center b Charge battery pack c Check the cable d Contact an authorized service center e Contact an authorized service center f Start motor on shorter grass or previously mowed area change cutting height if necessary g Clean housing so that the blade can run freely h Insert safety key Fig 13 i Remove the battery and reinsert a Grass too tall or damp b Mower housing is clogged c Blades ba...

Page 17: ...nt or accessory can be dangerous and could cause injury or mechanical damage NOTE Accessories are subject to change without any obligation on the part of Snow Joe Sun Joe Accessories can be ordered online at snowjoe com or via phone by contacting the Snow Joe Sun Joe customer service department at 1 866 SNOWJOE 1 866 766 9563 EcoSharp 40 V Lithium Ion Battery EcoSharp 40 V Lithium Ion Battery Char...

Page 18: ...18 NOTES ...

Page 19: ...d by this warranty Parts used that are not genuine Snow Joe parts are not covered by this warranty Damages resulting from misuse alteration improper assembly improper adjustment neglect or accident which requires repair is not covered under this warranty Belts augers and tines are not covered under warranty belts augers and tines wear out and can be purchased at snowjoe com or by calling 1 866 766...

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