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The Hooter brand has not yet managed to win a large niche in the domestic market, although it has been producing snow removal equipment for more than 35 years. Despite their low popularity, Hooter snow blowers are characterized by high quality. The company produces petrol and electric models. In addition, the consumer has the opportunity to choose tracked or wheeled vehicles.
The main parameters of the Hooter snow blowers
The range of Hooter snow plows is quite large. It is difficult for a person who has encountered this technique for the first time to make the right choice. However, there is nothing terrible here. You just need to figure out the basic parameters of snow blowers and choose the right model for yourself.
Engine power
The motor is the main traction device for the snow blower. The performance of the unit depends on its power. The choice can be made based on the following parameters:
- a snow blower with a 5-6.5 horsepower engine designed for cleaning an area of 600 m2;
- units with a capacity of 7 horsepower will cope with an area of up to 1500 m2;
- a motor with a capacity of 10 horsepower easily succumbs to an area up to 3500 m2;
- a snow blower with a 13 horsepower engine capable of clearing an area of up to 5000 m2.
From this list, models of the first group with a motor power of 5–6.5 liters are more suitable for private use. from.
Motor type
The Hooter snowplow is equipped with electric and gasoline engines. Preference should be given to the type of engine for what volume of work the snow blower is supposed to be used for:
- An electric snow blower is suitable for cleaning a small area. The unit works almost silently, maneuverable and easy to maintain. An example is the SGC 2000E equipped with a 2 kW electric motor. The snow blower is powered by a plug. Able to clean up to 150 m without interruption2 territory. The model is great for cleaning the paths, the territory adjacent to the house, the entrance to the garage.
- If you intend to work on large areas, then you need to choose a gasoline snow blower without further ado. Self-propelled models SGC 4100, 4000 and 8100 have proven themselves excellently. They are equipped with a single-cylinder four-stroke engine. The SGC 4800 snow blower is started with an electric starter. For this, a 12 volt battery is installed on the unit.
The fuel tank of most gasoline snow blowers is rated at 3.6 liters. This amount of gasoline is enough for about 1 hour of operation.
Chassis
The choice of a snow thrower according to the type of chassis depends on the place of its use:
- Wheeled models are the most common. Such snow blowers are distinguished by their maneuverability, high-speed operation, and ease of control.
- Models on tracks can be attributed to a specific technique. Such snow blowers are not used at home. The tracks help the car to overcome difficult sections of the road, to keep on a slope, and to move over a high curb. The tracked snow blower is commonly used by public utilities.
Regardless of the type of chassis, the snow blower may have a track or wheel locking function. This is a pretty useful parameter.Due to the blocking, maneuverability is increased, because the unit is able to turn around on the spot, and not make a large circle.
Cleaning stages
Snow blowers come in one- and two-stage. The first type includes low-power units, the working part of which consists of one screw. Most often these are electric snow throwers. These models are equipped with a rubber auger. Their snow throwing range is limited to 5 m.
The two-stage cleaning system consists of a screw and a rotary mechanism. Such a snow blower will cope with a thick cover of wet and even frozen snow. The throwing distance is increased to 15 m. The auger in the two-stage snow blower has serrated blades capable of crumbling ice build-ups.
Capture options
Capturing snow cover depends on the size of the snow blower bucket. This parameter is directly related to the power of the motor. Take the powerful SGC 4800 for example. This blower has a 56 cm working width and 50 cm height. The electric SGC 2000E has a working width of only 40 cm and a height of 16 cm.
Snow blower drive type
The drive connecting the mechanical part to the motor shaft is carried out by belts. Hooter snow blowers use a V-belt of the classic A (A) profile. The drive device is simple. The belt transmits the torque from the engine to the auger through the pulleys. It should be taken into account that the drive wears out faster from frequent wheel slip and heavy load on the auger. The rubber belt wears out and only needs to be changed.
As for the drive of the entire snow blower in motion, self-propelled and non-self-propelled models are distinguished here. The first type is characterized by the presence of a drive from the motor to the chassis. The car drives by itself. The operator only needs to control. Self-propelled snow blowers are usually powerful and have a two-stage cleaning system.
Non-self-propelled snow throwers have to be pushed by the operator. Usually this category includes light electric models with one-stage cleaning. An example is the SGC 2000E snow thrower, which weighs less than 12 kg.
The video provides an overview of the Huter SGC 4100:
Electric snow blower overview
The disadvantages of electric snow blowers are attachment to the outlet and poor performance. However, they are great for cleaning the local area.
SGC 1000e
The SGC 1000E model is a good choice for a summer resident. The compact snow thrower is equipped with a 1 kW electric motor. In one pass, the bucket is able to capture a strip 28 cm wide. Control is performed by handles, there are two of them: the main one with the start button and the auxiliary one on the boom. The bucket height is 15 cm, but it is not recommended to immerse it completely in snow. The unit weighs 6.5 kg.
The single-stage snow blower is equipped with a rubberized auger. He copes only with loose, freshly fallen snow. The discharge occurs through the sleeve to the side at a distance of up to 5 m. The power tool is characterized by maneuverability, quiet operation and practically does not require maintenance.
SGC 2000e
The SGC 2000E electric snow blower is also single-stage, but the productivity is increased due to the motor power - 2 kW. Bucket settings also contribute to better productivity. So, the grip width increased to 40 cm, but the height remained practically the same - 16 cm. The snow blower weighs 12 kg.
Petrol Snow Blower Review
Gasoline snow blowers are powerful, powerful, but also expensive.
SGC 3000
Petrol model SGC 3000 is a good choice for private use. The snow blower is equipped with a four-stroke, single-cylinder 4 horsepower engine. The start is carried out with a manual starter.The dimensions of the bucket allow you to capture a strip of snow 52 cm wide in one pass.The maximum cover thickness allowed for gripping is 26 cm.
SGC 8100c
The powerful SGC 8100c snow blower is crawler-mounted. The unit is equipped with a four-stroke 11 horsepower engine. There are five forward and two reverse speeds. The bucket has a width of 70 cm and a height of 51 cm. The engine is started with a manual and electric starter. The heating function of the control handles allows you to comfortably operate the equipment in severe frost.
Spare parts for the repair of snow blowers Hooter
Despite the still low popularity of the brand in the domestic market, spare parts for the Huter snow blower can be found in service centers. Most often, the belt fails. You can replace it yourself, you just need to choose the right size. The V-belt is used in international standard. This can be recognized by the DIN / ISO marking - A33 (838Li). An analogue is also suitable - LB4L885. In order not to make a mistake, when buying a new belt, it is better to have an old sample with you.
Testimonials
For now, let's take a look at the reviews from users who were lucky enough to already have a Huter snow blower.
