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Snow Joe 622U1

Price range:

$235.35 - $249.99

Summary: This electric-powered Snow Joe is 19 inches wide. It has a 2-year warranty.

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Type: Single-stage electric models

About - Snow Joe 622U1
The Snow Joe 622U1 electric 19-inch snow blower has a 2-year warranty.

Features & Specs - Snow Joe 622U1
Engine size Engine Size is the engine displacement measured in cubic centimeters for gasoline powered engines. Most manufacturers not longer give a horsepower rating. Engine displacement is now the only universal way to compare relative engine size. Electric motors are stated in amps. Engine size	13.5amp
Electric start Most models offer a plug-in startng device that saves you the hassle of pull-starting the engine, but you need to be near an outlet. Electric start	Yes
Multiple speeds For two-stage models, most come with multiple forward speeds and two reverse speeds. The ability to vary ground speed according to snow conditions gets the job done faster. Some of the least expensive two-stage models have only one forward speed. Multiple speeds	No
Single hand controls Most two-stage models have individual lever controls on each side of the handlebar, one engaging the wheel traction and the other for engaging the auger/impeller. This feature allows both control levers to be held down with one hand, leaving the other hand free to adjust the chute controls. Single hand controls	NA
Freewheel steering For two-stage models, this feature, which usually consists of triggers under each handlebar, disengages either or both the left and right drive wheels for easy, sharp turning. Freewheel steering	No
Single lever chute adjustment Only on two-stage models, a single lever or "joystick" on the control panel allows for quick changes to the horizontal discharge direction (the alternative is a hand crank) and to the vertical discharge height (the alternative is leaving the operator position and manual adjustment) all with a single lever. Single lever chute adjustment	No
Headlight This eases snow throwing at night or in low-light situations. Headlight	No
Heated handgrips Heated handgrips are a nicety, though they don't replace a good pair of gloves. Heated handgrips	No
Warranty (yrs.) Manufacturer's stated warranty in years of coverage. In most cases it applies only to consumer use and not commercial use. Warranty (yrs.)	2
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Anonymous

from

Missouri

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

DO NOT BUY THIS DO NOT BUY THIS

3/15/2011

Pros

None

Cons

Can't Handle Wet Snow

Cheap Plastic-breaks easy

Poor Customer Service

Best Uses

ANCHOR

Comment:

The plastic housing broke-large hole in it so the snow when back at me. Used on paved driveway- Snowjoe says this is a random act like a rock hitting your windshield. No help at all. Before this the pulley, also plastic, broke. Snowjoe refuses to help

Anonymous

from

KC, KS

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

More than expected performance!

1/24/2011

Pros

Clears to the Pavement

Lightweight

Maneuverable

Throws Far

Cons

Best Uses

Driveway

Yard

Comment:

Had 8 inches of snow, and the heavy snow plowed pile at the end of drive way (3 car widths wide and 30 yards long). After some practice, the cord management was easy. Before use, I sprayed Teflon/Silicon spray inside the snow shoot and inside the blade housing. Threw the snow over 20 feet.[$] a fantastic bargain. I had gas snow blowers before, and going electric was the best buy so far. No gas/oil mess, warming up time and no pull starting. Just pull the lever and go at it!!!

Anonymous

from

mid- Delaware

(1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

Don't waste your money.

1/22/2011

Pros

Clears to the Pavement

Lightweight

Cons

Bogs down squeals

Can't Handle Wet Snow

Flimsy chute

Flimsy handle

Best Uses

Comment:

At first I thought this was a decent unit, but the first snowfall I used it on was light. It can't handle wet, heavy, or packed snow. Even if you chop the snow up first, it still bogs down & squeals. The handle that turns the chute keeps coming apart, the main handle is cheap and flimsy feeling. The safety start failed on mine the second time I used it - now it's either on or off, and it only shuts off when I unplug it. The only good thing is that I got this really cheap. At [$] this is a ripoff.. that is, unless you only use it in a few inches of light, fluffy snow. Otherwise, find something better.

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