sunjoe MJ503M, Operator'S Manual

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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.

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Watch for holes, ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden 

objects. These may cause an unexpected slip or fall.

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Do not mow on wet grass or excessively steep slopes.  

Poor footing could cause a slip and fall accident.

•  Do not mow near drop-offs, 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. 

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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.

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Never allow children access to the machine.

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Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, 

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

Service

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Keep all nuts and bolts tight.

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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.

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If you strike a foreign object, stop and inspect the reel 

mower. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

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

gloves when handling.

•  Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels as 

needed.