Snow Blowers

My snow blower came with tire chains and I have to admit that I never have used them. In fact, I don’t even know where they are at this moment. I might have used them a few times in the beginning, when it was really icy on our driveway, however now I just don’t bother. It is just too much trouble to get them on and off. My snowblower is about 24 years old and still going strong. Sure I have had to do a few repairs to it over the years. Rebuild the carb, replace a couple of bearings on the auger shaft, but that is about it. As far as snowblower tire chains are concerned I think the only time I would use them is if I was clearing snow on an icy slope.

The thing that I have not missed is the snowblower tire chains that came with the machine. You would think that after all of these years, I would have had to use them. I have a large driveway and it has a slight slope to it. Most of the time there is compacted snow on it and the tires can grab onto this for traction. A few times there have been ice covering the driveway and the tires will slip a bit while pushing the snowblower forward. all you have to do is place the snowblower in a lower gear and take your tire. Sure the tires will slip here and there, but you will still move forward.

Tire Chains

If tire chains come with a new snowblower that I was buying, I would take them, but probably never use them. I would not ever pay extra money for the tire chains as an option after my experience over the past twenty or so years. this is the reason we are writing this post. Some people may be conned into buying tire chains for their snowblower and we want to save them the money.  Now if I had a driveway with a steep slope or a sidewalk with a steep slope, I might feel differently.

Snow Blower Tire chains – Flat Driveways

As I said our driveway is pretty flat and does not present much of a challenge other than it is long and wide. If it was sloped, it would be a different thing altogether. Even with a little bit of ice, you might have a tough time getting up the driveway with your snow blower and then tire chains would definitely provide the grip you would need.  It is important to make this evaluation and then decide based on the circumstances that you are dealing with.

Also if you are clearing driveways in the neighborhood for money, I would have chains on my tires as well. You do not want to waste any time with the tires slipping on the ice. Tire chains will definitely make sure that you do not slip and slide.  You might save 5 minutes on each driveway so this can add up over a number of driveways. If you are doing 10 driveways, that’s almost an hour you can save. Which is time you can use for more driveways or just control the time you spend outside in the cold.

Not Everyone Needs Chains

We do not need to have snow blower tire chains for our situation. We realize that there may be some situations that do require tire chains on snow blower wheels. That is why we discussed these situations in the preceding paragraphs.  You may agree or disagree or have other opinions about when to use snow blower tire chains. Feel free to leave a comment on this blog. Any well-written comment that is well written and about the subject of Snow Blower Tire chains will be accepted along with a link back to your site. We will not approve comments that are spam or comments that are just looking for a link with no supporting comments about our site.

The snow blower Yard Machine 31AH65FH829 is a 30 inch wide snow blower suitable for most urban driveway snow clearing requirements. The vender does not offer a commercial warranty on this machine. It comes with a  357cc OHV 4 cyc engine driving a 12 inch impeller which is capable of blowing snow a maximum of 40 feet under optimum conditions. This is a powerful snowblower.

This snow blower has the standard 6 forward and 2 reverse gears / speeds. It comes with an in dash headlight as well as manual crank rotation chute. The chute is made of polymer material so it will not rust. This particular snow blower is 30 inches wide which will clear snow quickly from your driveway, however you need to make sure you have a  suitable spot to store this snow thrower while it is not in use.

Yard Machine 31AH65FH829 – Specifications:

• 357 cc engine OHV 4 cycle
• 5 quart fuel tanks
• 40 feet throwing distance
• 12 inch impeller
• 30 inch clearing width
• 21 inch clearing height
• 6 forward / 2 reverse speeds
• 16 inch * 4.8 inch tires

Engine: This 357 cc engine OHV 4 cycle

Transmission: This 6 forward / 2 reverse speeds

Warranty: This Yardman snow blower has a 2 year consumer warranty. A commercial warranty is not available.

Features:

• Electric starter
• Plastic polymer chute
• Chute is rotated by crank
• Single in dash headlight
• Snow Hog tires
• Deluxe skid shoes
• Self propelled

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car, so you will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service, but it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours for you to take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea if you want to protect yourself from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Yard Machine 31AH65FH829 – Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time and follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snow blower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running – this seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers

this is were lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool – This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine. Or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours. If you have an older machine which does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness and change the spark plug as required. Grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover. This will keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

The Yard Machine Snow Thrower 62BD is one of the low-end snow throwers that will meet most consumers needs for snow clearing. This snow thrower only has 1 forward speed, so you need to match the snow clearing speed with the depth of snow by controlling the clutch and not the gear box as in other snow blowers. This may prematurely wear out the clutch on this machine if it is not always fully engaged.

It will handle up to 22 inches of snow clearing width and 21 inches of height, but you may have to stop forward motion if the machine is getting overloaded with deep snow.

Everything is manual on this machine. Manual start i.e. you pull the starter chord and the chute controls are also manual.  The handles fold down for storage purposes. Although this is a basic snow thrower, there are less things to break down on it and if you can deal with the manual start and chute controls , this snow thrower should handle most average consumer driveways and sidewalks. If you receive heavy snow you may want to consider a larger more robust snow thrower.

Yard Machine Snow Thrower 62BD – Specifications:

• 179cc PowerMore™ OHV winterized engine
• 22” clearing width and 21″ intake height
• 1 forward speed
• 12″ Serrated Augers
• 12″ impeller
• 13” x 4” Snow Hog tires

Engine: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 62BD has a 179cc PowerMore™ OHV winterized engine

Transmission: This snow thrower has 1 forward speed

Warranty: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 62BD comes with a 2 year limited warranty

Features:

• Manual chute and crank
• Manual start
• Standard reversible slide shoes
• Space saving, folding handles
• Arctic tested high-impact 5” polymer chute: won’t rust, dent or crack!
• Durable automotive style powder coated paint
• Extra shear bolts included
• Assembles in minutes

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car. You will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service. But it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours. You can take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea. They protect you from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time. Follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high-speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is were lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool

This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine, or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine which does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

The Yard Machine Snow Thrower 2M1A is a small snow thrower that is suitable for light snow clearing. With only a 10-inch height intake and rubberized auger that is self pulling, it really is not meant for heavy-duty snow clearing. This is for small areas and relatively light snowfalls.

It is small and the handles fold for storage.  Most people will find that this snow thrower is good for fresh snow that is not too deep on sidewalks and small driveways. You will struggle with one of these machines on anything else. Trying to push a snow thrower like this one is a lot of work if you have drifted snow conditions, wet snow conditions or icy conditions. Compacted snow at the end of your driveway pushed there by the snowplow will also be difficult to deal with. You will need to use a regular shovel for this kind of snow or obtain a larger heavier machine.

Yard Machine Snow Thrower 2M1A – Specifications:

• 123cc PowerMore™ OHV 4-cycle winterized engine
• 21” clearing width and 10″ intake height
• 9″ self pulling rubber-edged auger
• 180° chute rotation
• 7” x 1.5” wheels

Engine: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 2M1A has a 123cc PowerMore™ OHV 4-cycle winterized engine

Transmission: Self pulling auger

Warranty: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 2M1A comes with a 2-year limited warranty

Features:

• Auger/clutch control system
• Reversible, replaceable scraper blade
• The Arctic tested high-impact 5” polymer chute: won’t rust, dent or crack!
• Space-saving, folding handles
• Durable automotive style powder coated paint
• Assembles in minutes

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for the delivery of their new snow blowers. However, this snow thrower is small enough to fit in the trunk of most cars or suvs. You can have it delivered, however, there would be a charge for delivery.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea if you want to protect yourself from windy conditions. Also, snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time and follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is where lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool – This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine that does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built-up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required, and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

The Yard Machine Snow  Thrower model H63Ke comes with a 24-inch clearing width suitable for most consumers’ needs. This snow thrower is 2 inches wider than the smallest blowers and yet is small enough to be stored easily in your garage. It comes with space-saving folding handles, an in-dash yard light, and an electric start with a manual backup. Electric start is handy for people who do not like the manual pull cord. Yard Machine Snow 24inch Thrower.

We did not see any reviews for this particular machine. We would welcome reader’s comments about their experience with this model. This model also allows the operator to steer the machine with a single hand. They can operate the chute with the other hand. This is a great feature especially when you need to navigate around parked cars and side buildings. Read on for the full list of specifications and features.

Yard Machine Snow 24inch Thrower H63Ke – Specifications:

• 208cc Powermore™ OHV Winterized Engine
• 24” Clearing Width
• 6 Forward, 2 Reverse Speeds: operate the snow blower to match the conditions
• 12” serrated augers
• 12” Impeller
• 21” Intake Height
• 15” x 5” Sno-Hog Tires: heavy-duty treads provide maximum traction

Engine: This Yard Machine Snow 24inch Thrower has a 208cc Powermore™ OHV Winterized Engine

Transmission: This snow thrower has the standard 6 Forward, 2 Reverse Speeds to allow you to operate the snow blower to match the conditions

Warranty: This 2 Year Limited Warranty

Yard Machine Snow 24inch Thrower – Features:

• Electric Start with manual backup
• NEW 2-way, top crank chute control with remote tilt
• Single Hand Controls: leave one hand free to operate the chute
• Taller poly chute focuses concentrated blasts of snow – arctic tested: won’t rust, dent, or crack!
•  In-Dash Yard Light: improves low visibility and adds safety
• Heavy Duty reversible slide shoes
• Space Saving, Folding Handles
• Durable Automotive Style Powder Coated Paint
• Extra Shear Bolts included
• Assembles in minutes

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for the delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car. You will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service. But it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours for you to take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea if you want to protect yourself from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time and follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings, or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is where lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands, and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool – This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine that does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built-up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required, and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

We have been trying to find out exactly what CARB compliance means for snow blowers for the past hour and have only found the following definition, which is not complete, however it is the best we could find. Most engines in California, must be CARB compliant. The objective is to manage the level of pollution in all gasoline and diesel burning engines. California has some of the most restrictive controls in the country to help them deal with SMOG issues they have in major metro areas.  This is good for all of the country, not just California. It comes from Amazon.

“CARB is an acronym for California Air Resource Board, whose stringent air-quality standards have been adopted by many states. A Non-CARB Compliant Engine fails to meet these standards. While CARB-compliant engines run cleaner than non-compliant models, they still emit pollutants.”

CARB Compliant Explained

We wanted to add this definition to our blog, because many snow blowers indicate that they are CARB compliant and we really did not know what it meant. If you live in California, just about any engine you purchase must be CARB compliant, while other states are in various stages of adopting this standard. California has some of the toughest anti pollution laws in North America. If you have ever been in LA during the summer time, they you will understand why. The haze over the city can be really bad, so much so that sometimes you cannot even see downtown from some of the distant suburbs.

While all engines emit pollutants, CARB compliant engines will emit far less pollution so it is important to do your part to contribute to cleaner air for all of us. We already have far too much pollution in our air.

That is about all we can say so far about CARB Compliance as it relates to snow blowers, however we did find that it also applies to lawn mowers and most small engines in California. Also they have extended this compliance requirement to diesel engines as well which covers tractor trailers. Truckers you must pay attention to this requirement across the country, but especially in California.

Maintain Your Engine

A CARB compliant engine only really meets this condition as long as it is maintained well. This means changing the oil regularly and using the right gasoline for your engine.

Consumers can reduce the pollution caused by lawn mowers by making sure that the spark plug is always clean and gaped properly. They should use fresh gasoline. They should use a 4 cycle engine and not a 2 cycle engine which burns oil in the gasoline. The oil should be changed on a regular basis. Clean oil protects your engine as well. It will ensure that it lasts a lot longer than it would other wise. Even after 6 months of use, your oil will be black. It will not doing a very good job of lubricating your engine.

Many people do not bother with this kind of basic maintenance and a CARB compliant engine can quickly become non CARB compliant simply due to lack of good maintenance.  Take the time now to evaluate your oil right now in your snow blowers engine or your lawn mowers, consider  the last time it was changed and make arrangements to change your oil before you use your lawn mower again. Follow the standard safety procedures that are outlined and covered in your lawn mower’s manual.

If you are uncomfortable doing this yourself, arrange for a handy man to do the work. Or take it into a small engine mechanic to have the oil changed. Keep your snow blowers engine running in an optimum manner to minimize pollution.

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The Yard Machine Snowthrower has a 28inch clearing width with a 277 cc engine that will deliver all the power you need to clear snow from your driveway and sidewalk. It has the standard six forward and 2 reverse gears to allow you to change speeds to meet demand, the weight of the snow, and the depth of the snow.

The intake height is 21 inches and you have 16-inch tires with heavy tread to give you lots of traction. This snow thrower also comes with an electric start or a manual pull cord start. Both are set to make your life easy in cold conditions. There is also a steering switch which allows you at the press of a button to change direction avoiding the need to try and manhandle the machine while clearing snow. The handles also fold down making it easier to store your snowblower when not in use in tight spaces in your garage or outdoor shed. It also comes with single hand controls allowing you to adjust the chute while blowing snow. For more information refer to the specifications and features below.

Yard Machine Snowthrower 28inch H54KG – Specifications:

• 277cc Powermore™  OHV Winterized Engine
• 28” Clearing Width
• 6 Forward, 2 Reverse Speeds: operate the snow thrower to match the conditions.
• 12” serrated augers
• 12” Impeller
• 21” Intake Height
• 16” x 6.5” Sno-Hog Tires:  heavy-duty treads provide maximum traction.

Engine: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower comes with a 277cc Powermore™  OHV Winterized Engine

Transmission: This snow thrower has 6 Forward, 2 Reverse Speeds: operate the snow thrower to match the conditions.

Warranty: This snow blower has a standard  2 Year Limited Warranty

Features:

• Electric Start with manual backup
• NEW 2-way, top crank chute control with remote tilt
• Steerable wheel drive – turn left or right with the click of a trigger
• Space Saving, Folding Handles
• Single Hand Controls: leave one hand free to operate the chute
• In-Dash Yard Light: improves low visibility and adds safety
• Heavy Duty reversible slide shoes
• Taller poly chute focuses concentrated blasts of snow – arctic tested: won’t rust, dent, or crack!
• Durable Automotive Style Powder Coated Paint
• Extra Shear Bolts included
• Assembles in minutes
• Oil pre-filled in engine
• 2 Year Limited Warranty

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for the delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car. You will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service. But it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours for you to take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea. Especially if you want to protect yourself from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time. Also, follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings, or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is where lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands, and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool – This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine that does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built-up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required, and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

The Yard Machine Snow Thrower has a 26inch wide clearing swath with the standard 6 forward and 2 reverse gears to match all snow clearing conditions.  It also comes with an electric start capability to make it easier to start the engine in cold conditions. You need to plug in a chord to an electrical outlet and press a starter to start the engine. If your engine is properly tuned, it should start on the first pull of the manual starting chord.

Another feature that consumers without a lot of room will find helpful is the space-saving folding handles that fold to take up less space. Once delivered your snowblower can be ready to go in minutes, just oil to the engine and gasoline to the gas tank and you are ready to go. There is also an in-dash yard light to illuminate your driveway during snow clearing operations at night.

Yard Machine Snow Thrower 26inch H64FF – Specifications:

• 277cc PowerMore™ 4-cycle OHV winterized engine
• 26” clearing width and 21″ intake height
• 6 forward, 2 reverse speeds: operate the snow blower to match the conditions
• 12″ impeller
• 12″ Serrated Augers: penetrate through snow chopping it up for faster removal
• 15” x 5” Snow Hog tires heavy duty treads provide added traction

Engine: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 26inch has a 277cc PowerMore™ 4-cycle OHV winterized engine

Transmission: This snow blower comes with 6 forward, 2 reverse speeds: operate the snow blower to match the conditions

Warranty: This Yard Machine Snow Thrower 26inch H64FF comes with a 2 year limited warranty

Features:

• Electric & manual start
• Single hand controls: leave one hand free to operate chute
• NEW 2-way, top crank chute control
• Taller poly chute focuses concentrated blasts of snow – arctic tested: won’t rust, dent, or crack!
• Heavy-duty, adjustable & reversible slide shoes
• Space-saving, folding handles
• Durable automotive style powder coated paint
• Extra shear bolts included
• Assembles in minutes
• In-dash yard light: improves low visibility
• 2 year limited warranty

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for the delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car. You will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service. But it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours for you to take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea. You can protect yourself from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time and follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is where lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands, and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool – This is the really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine that does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built-up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required, and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.

The 827E Dual stage  snow thrower is made by John Deere. It is a popular machine and used by many homeowners to clear snow from their yards and driveways. Please add any comments about your John Deere Snow thrower in the comments section below. Our readers will appreciate your comments.

This John Deere 827E Snow Thrower started at $1099 US at the time of writing this post. This  snow blower from John Deere can be bought online or in a dealer show room if you can find them. Customers should expect delivery in 3 to 7 days if ordered online. With a 27 inch cleaning width, this snow blower is ideal for most mid size driveways without being too big for storage. Storage is always something that should be considered before making your purchase.

827e Dual Stage Snowthrower – Engine

The 4 cycle Briggs & Stratton engine develops 11.5 foot pounds of torque , more than enough for all of the toughest snow conditions you can throw at it.  Look for our summary of  features of this 827E Dual stage John Deere Snow thrower in the next section. The warranty is 2 years for consumers and 90 days for commercial applications!

This snow thrower is not covered by the John Deere promise. The John Deere promise allows unhappy customers to return their purchase within 30 days to receive a full refund or exchange for another machine.

Specifications

• 27 inch cleaning width
• Push button 110 V electric start
• Recoil start for backup
• 3 quart fuel tank
• 13 inch by 5 inch X-trac tires

Engine:

4 Cycle Briggs & Stratton engine, 11.5 ft-lbs of torque

Transmission:

Friction disk drive with 6 forward and 2 reverse

Warranty:

The warranty is 2 years for consumers and 90 days for commercial applications!

Features:

• Free hand control for easy chute rotation
• Aluminized Lo-Tone muffler for reduced noise
• Quick pull knob style wheel differential system
• Aluminum gear case
• Steel Auger with notched flighting
• Remote chute rotation with 190 degree turning radius
• Remote chute deflector
• Offset halogen head light for better visibility
• Heat treated reversible skid shoes
• Includes tool box and clear out brush
• This product is CARB compliant

Description of the 827E Dual stage Snow Thrower from John Deere

The 827E Dual stage snow thrower from  John Deere  is a dual stage snow blower, meaning that it has an auger to grind up the snow and bring it forward into the second stage impeller. It is the impeller that actually blows the snow out the chute away from your snow clearing area.

There are a number of features on the 827E Dual stage John Deere Snow thrower which make this snow blower easy to use. Features such as single hand control while you re-direct the snow chute, electric starter, headlight, tool box and clear out brush are just a few of the features that make this snow blower a pleasure to use.

Delivery

Delivery is usually 3 to seven days if ordered online. Consumers who purchase in store models, will need to negotiate delivery dates as well as delivery charges for the 827E Dual stage John Deere Snow thrower, however if you can pick up this snow blower chances are you will save on delivery costs as well as timing of the delivery.

Accessories

Some consumers may wish to have tire chains for their 827E Dual stage snow thrower from  John Deere. Purchase accessories from the dealer. Tire chains are useful if you deal with a lot of ice or you have a slope to clear snow off of. Use chains on driveways with a steep slope. However care should be taken to ensure that the chains do not mark the driveway surface. They sometimes bite through the ice and snow down to the surface of the driveway.

The Yard Machine Snow Thrower H64FG comes with a standard transmission and 28-inch clearing width which is more than suitable for most urban situations. If you need to clear your driveway and perhaps the sidewalk, this snow blower will make quick work of just about all snow conditions.

The engine is 277cc and 4 cycles which is more than powerful enough to drive the augers and blower through heavy snow. Some of the features that consumers will appreciate this snow thrower comes with include: Electric & manual start; In-dash yard light: improves low visibility; Space-saving, folding handles for easy storage; and assembles in minutes.

For more information about specifications and features, read below. We also have a section on maintenance and safety-related issues later in this post.

Yard Machine Snow Thrower H64FG – Specifications:

• 277cc PowerMore™ 4-cycle OHV winterized engine
• 28” clearing width and 21″ intake height
• 6 forward, 2 reverse speeds: operate the snow blower to match the conditions
• 12″ impeller
• 12″ Serrated Augers: penetrate through snow chopping it up for faster removal
• 16” x 4.8” Snow Hog tires heavy duty treads provide added traction

Engine:

This Yard Machine Snow Thrower H64FG model comes with a 277cc PowerMore™ 4-cycle OHV winterized engine

Transmission:

This snow thrower has the standard 6 forward, 2 reverse speeds, which allows the operator to operate  the snow blower to match the conditions

Warranty:

This 2 year limited warranty

Features:

• Electric & manual start
• Single hand controls: leave one hand free to operate chute
• NEW 2-way, top crank chute control
• Taller poly chute focuses concentrated blasts of snow – arctic tested: won’t rust, dent, or crack!
• In-dash yard light: improves low visibility
• Heavy-duty, adjustable & reversible slide shoes
• Space-saving, folding handles
• Durable automotive style powder coated paint
• Extra shear bolts included
• Assembles in minutes
• 2 year limited warranty

Delivery

Most customers will have to arrange for the delivery of their new snow blowers. They are far too big to take home in your car. You will need a trailer, rent a van or arrange for delivery by the store that you are purchasing the snow blower from. There will be a charge for this service. But it will be the easiest way to arrange for your new snow blower to be delivered to your home. Some stores will rent their vans/trucks to you for a very low price for 2 hours for you to take your purchases home. Lowes and Home Depot do this as well as others.

Accessories

Most snow blowers can be purchased with tire chains to provide extra traction in icy situations. In addition, snow shields are also a good idea. You can protect yourself from windy conditions and snow being blown back at you from the wind.

Safety & Operation

A snow blower is a powerful machine and should be treated with safety in mind. Carefully read all of the safety guidelines in the manual prior to operating the machine for the first time and follow these guidelines to ensure that both you and the machine do not have an accident.

Prior to starting your snowblower the first time each day, perform a quick walk around check of the machine to ensure there are no loose parts and no leaking fluids. Check the engine oil to ensure that it is at the correct level as specified by the manual. Top up if necessary. Fill the fuel tank while the engine is cold and prior to using the machine. If you do spill fuel, wait until it has fully evaporated prior to starting the engine. Never spill fuel on a hot engine to avoid fires and always fill the fuel tank outdoors to avoid any possibility of vapors going into your house.

Finally never point the chute in the direction of people, buildings, or cars to avoid any possible damage and accidents. Sometimes chunks of ice can be thrown at high speed from the chute and if they hit something, it can cause a lot of damage.

Never work on your snow blower with the engine running

This seems like an obvious thing but people still do it and are hurt, sometimes badly, every year. Always turn it off before you do any maintenance, add fuel, check the oil, fix the chains on the tires, or clear the augers of snow.

Clearing Snow from the Augers – this is where lots of people are hurt every year. Before you try to clear snow that is plugging the augers, shut the engine off to avoid sudden turning of the augers or the impeller which could cause lots of damage to fingers, hands, and arms.

Use Snow Clearing Tool

– This is a really important part. You have plugged the augers with snow, you have shut the machine off and now you are trying to clear the snow away. Never place your hands inside the augers to get at the snow. Use a broom handle if you have an old machine or the snow clearing tool that came with your newer machine to clear the snow. You can also purchase these tools from most stores as an extra if you break yours or if you have an older machine that does not have one. This is the safe way to clear snow from around the augers and the impeller.

Sometimes the snow is so compacted, that as you clear it away, it allows the augers to turn as a result of built-up tension in the pulley mechanism. Better to have a broom handle stuck in there than your hands!

Most new snow blowers come with a snow clearing tool which you can use for this purpose. Always use this tool and never use your hands. If you have an older machine, an old broom handle will do the trick as well.

Maintenance

Like all snow blowers or snow throwers, maintenance is important for your machine to operate at a peak level for many years. Change the engine oil regularly, check the belts for tightness, change the spark plug as required, and grease any spots outlined in the manual. If you need to leave the snow blower outside all year round, cover the machine with a proper cover to keep it looking new and avoid deterioration of the tires and metal components.