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| About - Yard Machines 31A-32AD |
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| The 22-inch Yard Machines 31A-32AD compact two-stage gas snow blower has a 2-year warranty. |
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| MTD 31A-32AD | ||
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Approximate retail price:
$500
The Ratings applied to untested model MTD 31A-32AD come from our tests of model Yard Machines 31A-32AD, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both.
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| Yard Machines 31A-62BD | ||
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Approximate retail price:
$500
The Ratings applied to untested model Yard Machines 31A-62BD come from our tests of model Yard Machines 31A-32AD, which in our judgment is enough alike in its performance, features, and specs that our test results apply to both. Convential levers instead of bail
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| About This Brand |
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Yard Machines snow blowers are manufactured by the Cleveland-based company MTD and sold in the mass channel. Its gas-powered snow blowers feature single- and two-stage four-cycle engines, a mix of electric and recoil starters, and snow clearing widths of 21 to 30 inches. Yard Machines markets a low-cost electric model with a snow clearing width of 15 inches. Yard Machines are widely available at Home Depot, Lowes, Wal-Mart, and hardware stores. |
| Features & Specs - Yard Machines 31A-32AD | |
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Engine size |
179cc |
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Electric start |
No |
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Multiple speeds |
No |
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Single hand controls |
Yes |
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Freewheel steering |
No |
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Single lever chute adjustment |
No |
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Headlight |
No |
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Heated handgrips |
No |
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Warranty (yrs.) |
2 |
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By from
Not bad for [$]
1/28/2011
Pros
Functional
Cons
Can't Handle Wet Snow
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
It is extremely effective on my 40ft. x20ft driveway and walkway. You have to get out before the temp goes above 32F, while the snow is fresh, or the snow will be wet and clog the chute. It starts on the first pull. I winterize it every spring (run dry, then put oil in the cylinder and turn it over several times). I always use gas treatment. Very Satisfied. 4th season. under $350 at end of season 5 years ago. Plastic piece that holds cables broke this year. I made a better one out of steel.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
Beats shoveling!
2/13/2010
Pros
Clears to the Pavement
Lightweight
OK for its intended use
Throws Far
Cons
Can't Handle Wet Snow
Difficult to Start
Best Uses
Driveway
Comment:
I have the Sears (88779) version of this that has the electric start. My ~35 year old two-stage Snowbird cra*ped out after a major snowfall and I was lucky to find this one. It has the same engine (179cc or about 5 HP)as higher rated models; it just lacks some of the bells and whistles. In the long run, simpler may be better since there is less to go wrong. It is fairly light but not as maneuverable as one might expect. The electric start is nice, but obviously limited by an extension cord. It pull-starts easily when it is warm, but not when it is cold. Overall, I am satisfied with it.
How long have you owned it:
A month or less
Bottom Line
Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.
By from
Avoid This Machine
12/29/2009
Pros
Cons
Can't Handle Wet Snow
Best Uses
Given to the neighbor
Comment:
Purchased this machine as a step up from a singe stage. It did nothing well. It could not throw snow anywhere but in it's own way, the gearing was such that it was simply too slow and it bogged easily.<br /><br />The wheel hubs on my model were made of plastic and went flat over the summer. Come winter there was no inflating them. I even hauled the machine to a local garage to get the pros to get air in the tires to no avail<br /><br />This machine is simply garbage and is a poor imitation of proper snow blower. I wised up, and purchased the Ariens reviewed here and could not be happier.
How long have you owned it:
More than six months
Bottom Line
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
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