Efficient Snow-Clearing Patterns for Driveways and Walks
Plan passes, chute direction and snow placement to reduce rework and keep exits, sightlines and drains open.
Read guide →Clearing Techniques
Clearing Techniques
Use planned routes, controlled feed rates and safe snow placement to reduce clogs, rework and loss of visibility.
How to Clear Heavy, Wet Snow
Use slower feed rates, partial-width passes and clog-prevention techniques for dense wet snow.
Read guide →Clearing Deep Snow and Wind-Driven Drifts
Use layered, partial-width and controlled passes when snow depth exceeds comfortable one-pass capacity.
Read guide →Handling End-of-Driveway Plow Piles
Break down compacted municipal plow berms without overloading the snow blower or throwing debris toward traffic.
Read guide →Use Wind and Chute Direction to Your Advantage
Plan snow blower chute direction around wind, buildings, vehicles, roads and available snow-storage space.
Read guide →How to Prevent Snow Blower Clogs
Reduce snow blower clogs through timing, feed rate, chute setup, cleaning and safe operating technique.
Read guide →Using Snow Blowers on Pavement, Gravel, Interlock and Decks
Adjust expectations and machine setup for different snow-clearing surfaces.
Read guide →What to Do After Every Snow Blower Use
Prevent freezing, rust and surprise failures with a short shutdown, cleaning and inspection routine.
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