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Yard Machines 31A-2M1A700 21-Inch 123cc OHV 4-Cycle Gas Powered Single Stage Snow Thrower |  | Brand: Yard Machines
Category: Lawn & Patio
Department: Snow Removal Equipment
Buy New: $349.99
as of 9/4/2010 10:17 PDT details
Rating:  14 reviews
Sales Rank: 20335
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 68.9
Dimensions (in): 0.1 x 0.3 x 0.2
MPN: 31A-2M1A700
Model: 31A-2M1A700
UPC: 043033546688
EAN: 0043033546688
ASIN: B0018YDY5U
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| Features:
| • | 123cc OHV 4-cycle gas engine for maximum power, performance and durability; no mixing of oil and gas required | | • | 21-inch clearing width, 10-inch intake height is ideal for clearing small driveways and sidewalks with up to 6-inch of snow | | • | Large handle design makes it easy to pull the engine cord wearing gloves | | • | Rugged 5-inch polymer chute adjusts easily and resists clogging, rusting or freezing | | • | Non-CARB Compliant/Not For Sale In California |
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Product Description
Makes quick work of whatever Old Man Winter has in store. Great for clearing driveway, sidewalk and paths. U.S.A. Engine Displacement (cc): 123, Stage: 1, Start Type: Recoil, Clearing Width (in.): 21, Tire Size (in.): 7 x 1 1/2
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Great value! December 13, 2009
Robert C. Sjoberg (Kalispell, MT)
12 out of 13 found this review helpful
I went out this morning in 5°F weather, and started the machine on the second pull. I then proceeded to clear 6 inches of snow from the sidewalk around my corner home and two driveways. It accomplished the task in about 30 minutes and didn't bog down. The trick is to use full choke on starting, along with 3-4 primes from the priming pump, then keep the choke on half to full to run it (more cold, more choke). When I first tried running it with no choke at about 30°F it would bog down. A quite large unit I operated did the same thing. With dry snow it goes as quickly as you can. With wet snow you have to slow down and frequently clear the chute. Again, a large machine I used required frequent clearing as well. Oh, you don't mix gas and oil with this model. It's a 4 stroke. Simple. It stores in a small space and does the job. I'm glad I didn't buy a bigger one. I payed $297 near the end of last winter.
I love this machine! December 25, 2009
Concerned One (Clarinda, IA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
I have used several single stage throwers over the years including toro, mtd, and ariens, along with several two stage thowers, and this one works as good if not the best of all that I have ran. I purchased this just earlier this year prior to our first 4 inches of snow. Since then I have used it on 4 inch, 8 inches, and just today (christmas) 10 inches of snow without any problems of stalling out, bogging down, or clogging. I clear a corner house sidewalk, two and a half stall garage driveway (30ft or so long) and much of the neigbors sidewalks. Starts when you follow the directions on first pull (full choke +6 primes) in 20 degree weather or less (don't know exactly, it's just cold). Cleans right down to the pavement. At 12 or more inches (like snow plow burms) you have to take it a bit slow and go through in passes, or half swaths, and it has no issues. Shoot hasn't clogged yet The best part is 4 cycle, so I don't have to keep a special "mixed" can of gas around. I'll leave that to my chainsaw. This is a good value usually around 290-330 at most places. Worth a look for a standard in town living.
Great Easy To Use Snow Thrower February 18, 2010
A. Giudice (Long Island, NY USA)
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
After reading some of the negative reviews below on this snow thrower, I decided to add my own review of this product. I have had it for two weeks now and I am very happy with it. I just removed between 6-8 inches of hard-packed wet snow from my backyard brick patio (It snowed about 4 days ago and I just got a chance to clean up the yard). This snow thrower was awesome. It shot that snow about 15 feet away (good considering how heavy the snow was). It never bogged down once I had the engine warmed up and the choke in the proper position so the engine ran really smooth.
The engine started with the second pull and about 7 pushes of the prime button on full choke. I decided to put in Mobil 1 5W30 synthetic in it to offer the best protection from cold weather starts. Although the engine is small, it is well suited to this machine. I am not concerned with straining it because it went through really heavy snow today without a problem.
You must know how to use a snow thrower of this size in order to get the full benefits of it. Another reviewer said that it left about an inch of snow behind when he used the machine. The only way this would happen is if the user presses down on the push bar which lifts the front of the blower. When using this machine, make sure to push forward, not down on the push bar. The auger will keep in contact with the pavement and clean up all of the snow straight to the ground.
Another reviewer said that the wheels get snow stuck on them making the snow thrower impossible to push. I don't see how this could happen unless you dumped the snow throwner onto a pile of snow and expected the wheels not to get snow on them.
Out of curiousity, I opened up the side of the machine which contains the belt drive system for the auger. I must say that it is a very simple belt driven system that is completely based on a steel platform. I expect a lot of use from this snow thrower because it is designed simply and well made.
Look around when purchasing this item. MTD has many brands under its marketing belt. This same 2M1 model is branded as a Cub Cadet, Yard Machine, Craftsman and another that I can't recall at this moment. Get the cheapest one as they are all made by MTD and are the same product.
Take care and good luck with yours.
Wonderful Value March 7, 2010
Reggie Bush (New Orleans)
This ia great value. We had over 2 feet of snow and it worked great. The trick is to make sure there is atleast 1 inch of snow and probrably no more than 6 inches or so. If there is to little snow it will clog. To much and it will just take alot more work to get it done. This thing saved me. Don't think twice just get it.
quiet running & effective January 17, 2009
Snow Man (Santa Fe, NM)
3 out of 6 found this review helpful
Much better than the less friendly 2 cycle oil/gas mix thrower.
Runs more quiet and no fuel mix hassle.
As with all snow throwers cut a manageable swath even
if it takes a tiny bit more energy on the operator's part.
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