Yard Machines 31B-040-800 Snow Fox 12.5-Inch 8.5 Amp Electric Snow Thrower

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Product Description

From the Manufacturer
The 8.5 amp electric motor has 110 volt/1100 watt power and is double-insulated to ensure safe, cold-weather starts. Electric start is standard for quick, reliable starts every time. The Cordminder cord retention device reduces cord tangles for easier use. Throws snow up to 25 feet for quick and easy snow removal. The throw distance and capacity will vary based on snow conditions. This snow thrower has a 12-1/2-inch clearing width and 6-inch intake height making it perfect for light snow, patios, and small driveways or steps. The ergonomic double handle allows for easy maneuverability and use in compact areas, such as stairs. There are four 5-inch wheels for added stability. It is lightweight, only 22 pounds, and fully assembled in the carton.

Product Description
8.5 Amp Amatek Electric Motor 12 " Clearing Width / 6" Intake Height 3 position Adjustable Discharge Direction Cordminder Cord Retention Device Lightweight- only 20 lbs! Fully Assembled in Carton 2-Year Limited Warranty

Product Details

• Item Weight: 27 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 27 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• Note: Gift-wrapping is not available for this item.
• ASIN: B0002IKVN6
• Item model number: 31B-040-800
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars See all reviews (62 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #3,559 in Home Improvement (See Bestsellers in Home Improvement)

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Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

59 of 59 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars All I can say is WOW!, December 27, 2004

By	Brian Dillree - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I just cleared 14" of snow off my driveway and used nothing but this machine. It is fabulous. I know the manual says it can handle up to 6" of snow but believe me this thing handled this last snowstorm without any trouble. Granted I only took 1/2 swaths but still it handled it beautifully. It even handled the stuff that got plowed into the end of my driveway from the road. This Snowfox really does shoot the snow at least 25 feet except when you have the chute turned left or right, then it shoots about 5-8' tops.
I would highly recommend this machine for anyone.

34 of 34 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Works pretty well, January 22, 2005

By	S. Hauser (Bayville, NJ United States) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I bought this back in Aug 2004 and it patiently waited in my garage... today, in the northeast, we are getting 20" or so... I didn't wait - when 6" was on the ground I went out and used this machine for the first time. I figured out within 10 mins that if you want the machine to throw the snow anywhere the blades need to be aimed straight ahead, when you adjust it left or right it really cuts down on the distance... that being said, I decided to use this machine side to side on my driveway... because when I was in the middle using the left or right angle, it couldn't get the snow passed the driveway and onto the grass area. But, when it is aimed straight ahead - no problems! Works pretty well.

30 of 30 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A great intermediate step between shovel and snowblower, March 4, 2005

By	Michael Hall (Sioux Falls, South Dakota, USA) - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

I have a short driveway and about 60 feet of sidewalk, so i couldn't justify spending $600 or more on a gas-driven beast of a snowblower. I got this machine after our first snow in late December. Since the east coast has been hogging all the snow this winter, I hadn't had a chance to use it here in South Dakota (usually the harsh winter capital of the nation) until mid-February. Now that I have, though, I'm very pleased.

As mentioned by others, throwing snow to the side only moves it about six feet. This worked fine for my sidewalks (the 12-inch cut let me get the whole sidewalk in three furrows, which took about five minutes).

A pointer for anyone clearing a small amount of snow: I worked out a decent system for the driveway where i start down the middle and throw snow a few feet to each side as I work my way to the edges. By the time I get to the edges, I'm throwing the accumulated pile off onto the grass. This clears the driveway rather well, though obviously it wouldn't be as useful in 20 to 30 inches of snow as some other people have seen this winter.

Power cord management is the only real downside to this device. I find myself spending a pretty good amount of time tossing the cord out of my way as i go and down the driveway. It's a minor annoyance that i still hope to find a solution for.

In all, i can now clear my drive and sidewalk in 20 minutes or so rather than the 45 to 60 minutes it took me by shovel. it also fits neatly in my crowded garage. A great little product.