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MTD Yard Machines 31AM2N1B700 - (21") 179cc Electric Start Single-Stage Snow Blower

MTD Yard Machines (21") 179cc Electric Start Single-Stage Snow Blower

MTD Yard Machines (21") 179cc Electric Start Single-Stage Snow Blower
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Retail Price: $549.99
DIRECT Discount: -$50.00
Your Price: $499.99

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Model
  Model Number:31AM2N1B700
 UPC:043033547524
 Manufacturer:MTD Yard Machines
Engine
 Brand:Yard Machine
 Type:4-Cycle OHV
 Power:179 cc
 Starting System:120-Volt Electric /w Recoil
 Fuel Tank:2 quarts (1.89 liters)
Auger
 Diameter:9" (22.86 cm)
 Material:Rubber
Chute
 Material:Plastic
 Chute Rotation:EZ Chute
 Turning Radius:180°
Drive System
 Drive:Auger Drive
 Gear Case:Not Applicable
 Tire Type:Alternate Bar Tread
 Tire Size:7" x 1.5" (17.78 cm x 3.81 cm)
 Skid Shoes:Not Applicable
Overview
 Weight:85 Lbs. (38.56 kilograms)
 Dimensions:30L x 23W x 29H
(76.20 x 58.42 x 73.66 cm)
 Consumer Warranty:2 Years
 Commercial Warranty:Not Available
Average Rating: 3.9 of 5.0
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1 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 51 out of 5 Written March 16, 2010
A sad, non-fiction tale.
By Charles Ahrens (Ephrata, PA)
This is not a "story" - it is the truth.

The snow blower was defective and you folks referred me to a place to have it fixed and they would not charge you, so I paid for the repairs. I couldn't get a response from you, so I complained to my credit card company.

I paid the repairman by check, so I have proof, even though he refused to give me a signed receipt. Needless to say, I'm very disappointed with Snow Blowers Direct.

SBD RESPONDS: We are sorry you took your unit to an unethical repair facility. When you called us on 3/3/10 this is the information our customer service representative tried to communicate to you:

The MTD unit you purchased is covered by a 2 year Manufacturer's warranty- in other words, MTD is responsible for paying for warranty repairs, so the unit has to be taken to an MTD authorized repair shop. There is no reason any repair facility would bill Snow Blowers Direct; it is not our warranty.

The closest repair shop to your zip code is 4 miles away: HOLLINGER'S SPORTS 'N TURF, 4126 OREGON PIKE, EPHRATA PA 17522, Phone: (717) 859-5455. They would have known to bill MTD for any warranty repair that your unit needed.

If that is where you had your unit repaired, and they would not honor the warranty or give you a receipt then you need to contact MTD directly at (800) 800-7310 and report them, so that MTD can make good on their warranty.
4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Written March 03, 2010
Makes life easier
By Larry (Pittsburgh, PA)
After 15 years my old MTD blower started coming apart at the welds, so I ordered a new MTD Yard Machine and it has been every bit as I expected.

This MTD Yard Machine has a electric start which makes it a lot easier to start than trying to use the pull cord.

It also throws the snow further with more power to go through the big snow piles.

A little side story- a friend welded the old blower for me and I sold it, so I'm sure many more years will be added to it.
5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Written January 27, 2010
Good value
By tom gormeley (Rockaway, NJ)
I was looking for a snow blower that could handle 2-10 inches. We live in north NJ and I travel on business often in winter.

This was a great size for most jobs, and with the electric start it is very easy for other members of the family to use.

I've gotten good value for the money and good experiences with "Snow Blowers Direct.com"
5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Written January 25, 2010
An Early Gift
By Arlene (New Rochelle, NY)
I purchased the snowblower as a Christmas gift for my husband. The order was processed and delivered within the week. It arrived on a Thursday.

On Saturday night we received over 12 inches of snow. I gave my gift to my husband a week before Christmas but it was so worth the early giving!

The snow was plowed a lot faster than by shoveling and the best part was that I only had to clean off the outside steps! It was a double header early Christmas gift!

He has used it a few times this winter and is very happy with his gift.
2 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 52 out of 5 Written January 06, 2010
Problems
By cecelia leighty (Valparaiso, IN)
I bought my snow blower last year in 2009, used it only 3 times, went to use it this year and it will not start.

When you prime it, it does nothing- it turns over but will not start.

Now we are supposed to get 7 to 9 inches of snow starting today or tomorrow, and I have no way of clearing it. I am a single woman with a large driveway and if I can't clean out the snow, it's a little hard to go to work

SBD RESPONDS: That model has a 2 year Factory Warranty, so you can locate the closest Service Center by clicking on Customer Service at the bottom of our web site, then selecting the Yard Man/MTD Service Locator and entering your zip code.

You could also contact Yard Man/MTD Tech Support at (800) 800-7310.

That being said, and with snow on the way- if you left gas in the tank all summer with no stabilizer, try draining the old gas out and putting fresh gas in. Old gas doesn't ignite well, and tends to gum up the carburetor. The new gas may get you going before the storm hits.

The Owner's Manual will cover how to prep your snow thrower for storage so this doesn't happen again.
4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Written December 27, 2009
Quick Shipment, Great Customer Service and A Strong Product
By B Gallo (California, MD)
Item arrived very quickly (2 business days) and required almost no assembly other then raising the handle into place. Free shipment via UPS was a BONUS !

I added gas and the included oil to the unit and pumped the primer 3X and turned on the choke. Then I plugged in the 110V starter cord and hit the Start button. The unit started immediately, and within 30 seconds I placed the choke into the run position and the unit idled smoothly.

Then I engaged the auger and the unit operated smoothly. I removed the key to kill the motor then re-inserted and started the unit via the pull cord with minimal effort. I noticed the RPM is a bit slower then my Father's 2-stroke snow blower, so I hope it throws the snow as far.

The 9" auger diameter is a bit bigger then his (8") so I hope that will make the difference. A nice feature is the oil drain extension so oil changes will be much less messy.

All in all I'm pleased with the overall quality and product. I expect it to handle the routine 6"-10" snows we get here with no problems. The bigger snows may require multiple passes.
4 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 54 out of 5 Written November 01, 2008
What Happens When You Don't Snow Blow
By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL)
When the first snow of the season came, I did nothing.

That’s right. I founded a snow blower web site, and I neglected to use my own snow blower.

Why? It was a small storm with only 3 inches of snow. Like a lot of my neighbors, I assumed that it would melt away in a day or two.

Unfortunately, it didn’t. Instead, it thawed. It froze. Then it snowed again… and again… and again.

In the meantime, my car compressed the snow into a massive glacier on my driveway.

The neighborhood kids trampled through it like a herd of elephants. My sidewalk was a mess with frozen, icy footprints covered with freshly fallen snow.

I just spent nearly two hours chipping, shoveling and salting my sidewalk and driveway. It wasn’t fun.

My neighbor, on the other hand, took a few minutes to snow throw instead. As a result, his sidewalk is clean and clear. Just look at the difference.

Proof positive that an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure.
5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Written October 20, 2008
How to Adjust a Single-Stage Scraper Blade
By Jon Hoch, Founder (Bolingbrook, IL)
MTD Yard Machines (21") 179cc Electric Start Single-Stage Snow Blower
 
If your single-stage snow blower isn't clearing all the snow from the surface, you simply need to adjust the scraper blade.

The scraper blade, which is made of hardened rubber or plastic, is located underneath the snow blower and between the wheels.

It acts as a backboard, forcing the snow off the ground and into the auger.

Eventually, the constant contact with the ground will wear it down, resulting in a thin film of snow behind the snow blower.

You can adjust the scraper blade by loosening a the bolts and slightly pulling it down.

Eventually, you'll need to purchase a replacement. But, it's a whole lot cheaper than buying a new snowblower.
5 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 55 out of 5 Written August 07, 2008
How to Buy a Half-Priced Snow Blower
By Chad Meyerott (Plainfield, IL)
You can shop online until you're silly, trying to shave a few dollars off the price.

But, if you really want to slash your cost in half, you simply need to... share.

That's right. You need to share. A simple kindergarden lesson saved me nearly $250 and cut my snowblowing time in half.

Several years ago, I moved into a new subdivision. I didn't own a snowblower. Neither did my new neighbor.

Our lots weren't huge, so we both debated on getting a snow blower one autumn afternoon while the kids played outside.

Then it dawned on us. We kept lecturing the kids about sharing. As adults, we didn't practice what we preach.

Why should we both buy a snowblower? Why not share one?

The idea seemed a little radical, especially to our wives. But, it actually worked.

We split the cost for the snow blower. Each year, we took turns storing it during the summer.

We also alternated snow blowing each others driveway. Since our lots were small, it took more time to get dressed than it did to snow blow another driveway.

We shared a Yard Machines snowblower for without a single issue for six years.

Proof positive that men can still share power tools in a civil manner.
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