Review Snow Joe ION18SB 18-Inch 40 Volt Cordless Single Stage Brushless Snow Blower, 7″ x 1.5″

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Details: Snow Joe ION18SB 18-Inch 40 Volt Cordless Single Stage Brushless Snow Blower, 7″ x 1.5″

Brand: Snow Joe

Cut the cord. Ideal for clearing snow from sidewalks, driveways and decks, the Snow Joe® iON is the newest addition to the Snow Joe® lineup and the first single stage snow blower to provide easy and convenient CORD-FREE operation. Powered by EcoSharp®technology, Snow Joe’s® patent-pending rechargeable 40-volt lithium-ion battery system, the iON delivers up to 50 minutes of whisper-quiet run time with zero carbon emissions for cleaner air. No pull-cords, gas, oil, tune-ups or tangled extension cords to cause unnecessary frustration! The iON starts instantly with a simple push of a button and its adjustable handle maximizes user comfort during use. Equipped with a heavy-duty, steel auger with 2 rubber blades, the iON moves up to 495 pounds of snow per minute, clearing a path 18-inches wide by 8-inches deep with each pass. Plus, the rubber scraper bar at the base of the unit lets you clear right to the ground without damaging your deck or pavement. Featuring a 180° auto-rotate chute that rotates instantly with the push of a switch, the iON lets you throw snow up to 20 feet in the direction you want it to go. Compared to heavier gas and electric-powered units, the iON weighs only 32 lbs so you can easily hoist it onto your snow-filled deck to clear out fast. For nighttime snow removal, the iON has an integrated LED headlight that quickly switches on to increase visibility. GET EQUIPPED® this winter with the Snow Joe® iON – the easy, convenient and cordless solution to get snow out of your way on your snow day.

Buyer Guide Snow Blowers

 Snow blowers make snow removal a whole lot easier. I strongly suggest you read this guide before buying a snow blower.

• Features. Snow blowers can vary so widely in terms of power, size, and ease of use. Take the time to learn what features you need, and which features don’t interest you.
• Power. Snow blowers tend to be rated both in kilowatts and in horsepower. kilowatts (kW) indicate the amount of electricity the snow blower uses, while horsepower (HP) indicates the amount of power the motor produces.
• Size. Snow blowers come in a wide range of sizes. Of course, size will depend on your intended use of the snow blower.
• Fuel Type and Fuel Capacity. Snow blowers normally need to be refueled at some point. Some snow blowers offer a push-button refueling method, while others require a hose.
• Ease of Use. If you’re going to be using a snow blower very often, its ease of use should be one of the first features you consider.
• Weight. Snow blowers tend to be heavy, so it’s important that you know how heavy they snow blower is.
• Price. Snow blowers aren’t cheap. They’re also not cheap to operate. So, before you purchase a snow blower, make sure you know exactly what you’re

 

How to choose Snow Blowers

 

1. Price – make sure your budget includes the purchase and operating costs of a snow blower
2. Warranty – check to see how long the warranty is and make it a priority to read the fine print
3. Capacity – snow blowers come in many different sizes from a 24″” capacity to a 30″” capacity
4. Mounting Type – most snow blowers mount on the front of your vehicle
5. Speeds – most snow blowers have multiple speeds
6. Attachments – some snow blowers have attachments such as a scraper or blower to clear other debris as well

 

How to maintain Snow Blowers

 

1. Check the air filter – air filters get dirty and need to be cleaned every 25 hours and or when needed
2. Check the oil – should be checked every 50 hours
3. Change the drive belt – every 50 hours
4. Change the fuel filter – every 200 hours [=every two weeks]
5. Change the battery – every season
6. Change the spark plug – every two seasons [= every season]
7. Sharpen the blades and sharpen the impeller – every three to five seasons [= every year]

 

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