Snapper 1695571 - (26") 249cc Two-Stage Snow Blower
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Snapper (26") 249cc Two-Stage Snow Blower
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Briggs & Stratton 1150 Snow Series Engine
• Electric start 4-cycle OHV engine
Fresh Start® Fuel Cap
• Adds fuel stabilizer, keeping gas fresh longer
Friction Drive System
• 6 forward and 2 reverse speeds
Remote Chute Deflector
• Adjust direction and height of snow stream
Free Hand Control
• One hand steers and the other hand adjusts chute
Reversible Skid Shoes
• Protects surface from scratches and scuffs
Snow Hog Tires
• Large 15 inch tires for increased traction
Brushed Clean Out Tool
• Quickly removes snow stuck in the auger
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Model Number: | 1695571 |
 | | | Manufacturer: | Snapper |
| Engine |
| | | Brand: | Briggs & Stratton Snow Series Learn More | | | | Type: | 4-Cycle OHV | | | | Power: | 249 cc | | | | Torque: | 11.5 ft-lbs Net Torque | | | | Starting System: | 120-Volt Electric /w Recoil | | | | Fuel Tank: | 3 quarts (2.84 liters) |
| Auger |
| | | Diameter: | 14" (35.56 cm) | | | | Material: | Serrated Steel |
| Impeller |
| | | Diameter: | 12" (30.48 cm) | | | | Profile: | Unknown |
| Chute |
| | | Material: | Plastic | | | | Chute Rotation: | Quick-Turn | | | | Turning Radius: | 200° | | | | Max Throwing Distance: | 40 feet (12.19 meters) |
| Drive System |
| | | Drive: | Friction Disc | | | | Gear Case: | Cast Iron | | | | Forward Speeds: | 6 Forward | | | | Reverse Speeds: | 2 Reverse | | | | Tire Type: | Snow Hog | | | | Tire Size: | 15" x 5" (38.1 cm x 12.7 cm) |
| Options |
| | | Remote Deflector Contols: | Yes | | | | Drift Cutters: | Sold Separately | | | | Front Weights: | Sold Separately | | | | Interlocking Controls: | No | | | | Hand Warmers: | No | | | | Skid Shoes: | Included - Reversible |
| Overview |
| | | Weight: | 248 Lbs. (112.49 kilograms) | | | | Consumer Warranty: | 2 Years | | | | Commercial Warranty: | 90 Days |
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Average Rating: 5.0 of 5.0
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Written January 25, 2010 |
| Great blower value |
| By Doug Wedman (Los Alamos, NM) |
I ordered this on December 8 and paid for priority shipment, only to learn a couple weeks later that it was out of stock. (Snow Blowers Direct refunded my $50 without issue.) I was a bit perturbed since I was trying to get it in before leaving town for the holidays -- finally got it at the house just before the New Year weekend. I've had it now for about a month, and it's been a fairly snowy month at that.
On receipt, the blower had a bit of minor shipping damage -- broken spout rotator cover (just a piece broken out of one side of this plastic cover) -- nothing major and nothing I was going to return it over. There's a bit of assembly required upon receipt, hooking up the handles, chute, and a few control lines. Just takes a couple wrenches and maybe 20-30 minutes. After that, it's ready to work.
This blower works quite well. It starts like a champ (so far, I've only used the pull start) and hauls through most anything, including hard pack and even slush. Strange weather this year! I live in the mountains of northern New Mexico at an elevation of about 7,600 ft., so we get good quantities of snow.
I do notice that when I get into heavy drifts or deep snow, the engine can really bog down and sputter a bit. I may have to do some adjustments given the altitude, as I think it should be able to handle a bit more than I've thrown at it so far. I also think I need to adjust the drive as the first reverse gear hardly moves the unit.
I've also had the misfortune of picking up a few rocks while blowing out the neighbor's place, but no matter as they didn't do a thing to the chute. It seems to handle the impacts well. It could use a bit more weight in the front when going through areas where the snow has been packed down by traffic, but after a few passes, it generally gets through to the sidewalk.
The controls on this guy are great. Once you engage the auger, then the drive, you can let go of the rotor handle to manipulate the chute on the run using your right hand. I have a very steep driveway with a wall on one side, so I'm constantly shifting both the rotation and elevation of the chute and both can be done on the fly with the simple flip of two convenient levers -- one for rotation, one for elevation. Without the drive engaged, the wheels rotate pretty freely, so manipulation isn't too bad, though don't think this isn't a bit of a brute!
I did have a problem after one or two uses when I noticed the bolt on the chute rotator control had sheered off -- not sure if it was this way when it arrived, or if this happened at some point during use. A trip to the hardware store and a small amount of repair time and it's working good as new.
Overall, I rate this as a good kick-butt blower.
For some reason, I was under the impression it would come with a light, and it does not -- that's an optional accessory I haven't found listed here on Snow Blowers Direct, but I could use one -- there is an alternator connection for it. I'm not sure where I got the idea it comes with a light, but it's something to keep in mind. |
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