sunjoe CJ601E - User Manual

A Division of Snow Joe
®
, LLC Model CJ601E Form No. SJ-CJ601E-880E-MR7
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OPERATOR’S MANUAL
ELECTRIC WOOD CHIPPER + SHREDDER
14-AMP | 16:1 REDUCTION RATIO
© 2020 by Snow Joe
®
, LLC
All rights reserved. Original instructions.
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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 wood chipper + shredder
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
m 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.
mWARNING! Wear appropriate personal hearing
protection during use. Under some conditions and duration of
use, noise from this product may contribute to hearing loss.
mWARNING! The rotating blades can cut you. Keep
hands and feet away from the hopper and the discharge chute.
Before using the wood chipper + shredder, familiarize yourself
with the controls, especially how to stop the unit in an
emergency. The only individuals who should use the wood
chipper + shredder are those who thoroughly understand
these instructions and know how to properly operate the unit.
Children should never be allowed access to the wood chipper
+ shredder.
Retain this manual for future reference and reread it at the start
of each chipping season.
General Safety
1. Avoid dangerous environments – Do not use the wood
chipper + shredder in rain or in damp or wet locations. Do
not operate the unit in gaseous or explosive atmospheres
or use the unit near ammable or combustible liquids.
Motors in these tools normally spark, and the sparks
might ignite fumes.
2. 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.
3. Use safety glasses – Also use dust mask, safety
footwear, snug-tting clothing, protective gloves, hearing,
and head protection.
4. Extension cords – To prevent electric shock, use only
with an extension cord suitable for outdoor use.
5. Disconnect the tool – Disconnect the wood chipper +
shredder from the power supply when it is not in use,
before servicing it, when changing accessories, and when
performing any other maintenance task.
6. Do not abuse the cord – Never carry the wood chipper
+ shredder by the cord or yank the cord to disconnect it
from the receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil,
and sharp edges.
7. Stay alert – Watch what you are doing. Use common
sense. Do not operate the wood chipper + shredder when
you are tired or under the inuence of drugs, alcohol, or
other medication.
8. Store idle tool indoors – When not in use, the wood
chipper + shredder should be stored indoors in a dry and
high or locked-up place out of the reach of children.
9. Maintain the wood chipper + shredder 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 Care + Maintenance section of this
manual.
10. Check for damaged parts – Before further use of the
appliance, a part that is damaged should be carefully
checked to determine 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 aect its

Summary

Safety Instructions

General Safety Warnings

Crucial safety guidelines for operating the wood chipper, covering environment, attire, and alertness.

Personal Safety Alert Symbol

Explanation of the personal safety alert symbol and its importance for user attention and caution.

Personal Safety

Safe Operating Practices

Key personal safety rules for operating the wood chipper, including hopper use and blade clearance.

Electric Safety

Ground Fault Protection & Extension Cords

Requirements for GFCI protection and using appropriate outdoor extension cords to prevent shock.

Extension Cord Guidelines

Detailed specifications for extension cord types, gauge, length, and proper connection to prevent shock.

Double-Insulated Appliances

Safety Symbols

Know Your Electric Wood Chipper + Shredder

Technical Data

Specifications including voltage, motor, feed type, speed, cutting diameter, wheel size, and weight.

Unpacking

Assembly

Wheels Fitting

Step-by-step guide for securely attaching the wheels to the shredder stand assembly.

Stand Assembly Fitting

Instructions for assembling the shredder stand to the main body of the wood chipper.

Paddle Holder and Paddle Fitting

Guide on how to attach the paddle holder and paddle to the unit for proper operation.

Operation

Starting and Stopping

Procedures for safely starting and stopping the wood chipper, including safety switch usage.

Basic Shredding Procedure

Step-by-step instructions for safely shredding materials, including safety precautions.

Overload Protection

Explanation of the overload protection feature and how to reset the unit after activation.

Care + Maintenance

Cleaning the Unit

Guidelines for cleaning the wood chipper, emphasizing safe methods and avoiding water or solvents.

Cutting Blade Replacement

Instructions for replacing the cutting blades, including safety precautions and part ordering.

Storage

Service + Support

Model and Serial Numbers

Information on locating and recording model and serial numbers for service and reordering parts.

Troubleshooting

Motor Not Running

Addresses issues where the motor fails to start, listing causes and remedies like checking power and reset.

Chipping Material Not Pulled In

Solutions for when the unit fails to draw in material, covering jams and blocked blades or chutes.

Blades Cutting Inefficiently

Guidance on addressing poor cutting performance, suggesting blade reversal or replacement.

sunjoe CJ601E Specifications

General

Brand	sunjoe
Model	CJ601E
Category	Chippers/Shredders
Language	English