Huter snow blowers: what are they and how to use them?

Recently, a snow blower is often used as a yard technique, as it helps to quickly clear the area around the house without requiring physical effort from a person. Among the equipment of this type, units under the Huter brand have become one of the leaders.

Huter snow blowers are represented on the market by a large number of models, so each user will be able to find equipment for themselves. When compared with equipment from other manufacturers, Huter snow blowers have an attractive and competitive cost, excellent technical performance. The user quickly learns a vehicle management system that does not require any special maintenance, but at the same time demonstrates a high level of productivity, regardless of operating conditions.

The company has paid special attention to the reliability and quality of all parts that are used in the construction of snow blowers. Regardless of the model, the design of each unit is thought out to the smallest detail, so it does not require repair for a long time. Spare parts and components are made from high-strength materials that are able to demonstrate increased wear resistance. Thanks to them, the main units of equipment have an increased service life. even if you use a snow blower for wear.

In the design of each unit, there is a reliable and powerful engine with an internal combustion system, several have an electric motor. Absolutely all engines do not require special maintenance, they are picky about the type of oil. Shear bolts protect the motor from damage, since their breakage is possible only in case of a strong collision of equipment with an obstacle. Each fastening element is made of extra strong metal.

The working body is presented in the form of a screw mechanism, on which impellers are installed.

This is a technique that is highly ergonomic. The manufacturer has provided a rubberized handle in the configuration, on the surface of which there is a system of levers responsible for controlling the equipment. There are sensors right there.

Of the many advantages of the Huter technique, it stands out in particular:

• reliability;
• environmental friendliness;
• maneuverability.

In addition, such snow blowers do not make much noise during operation, but on the whole are reliable and highly technical equipment. The user only needs a slight maintenance to ensure that the main components remain in working order for a long time.

As for the main structural element - the engine, all units are manufactured directly at the Huter factories. These are units running on AI-92 and 95 gasoline. The manufacturer advises against saving and purchasing lower quality fuel or even diesel, as this leads to clogging and the appearance of carbon deposits on the spark plugs. As a result, the technique starts to work unstable. We have to seek specialized help.

In the line of motors, the following versions are:

• SGC 4000 and 4100 are single-cylinder engines, the power of which is 5.5 liters. with.;
• SGC 4800 - Shows 6.5 HP with.;

• SGC 8100 and 8100C - have a force of 11 liters. with.;
• SGC 6000 - with a capacity of 8 liters. with.;
• SGC 1000E and SGC 2000E - generating sets with a force of 5.5 liters. with.

All the first petrol versions were single-cylinder petrol-powered.

In the design of the Huter snow blower, the engine is started using an electric ignition system or via a recoil starter, it all depends on the equipment. Mechanical energy is transmitted through a worm gear to the belts of the auger, which is responsible for cleaning the area. The knives make rotational movements, cutting off not only the layer of soft snow, but also ice, after which the precipitation is sent to a special chute and thrown aside. The operator adjusts the angle and direction of the chute so that the snow is immediately removed to the required distance. In this case, the throw range varies from 5 to 10 meters.

The levers for the drive of the wheels and the auger are installed on the handle, you can immediately change the gear and the angle of rotation of the chute. Models that are supplied with pneumatic tires in a complete set, although they are more expensive, have reliability and a long service life. In the manufacture of wheels, high-quality rubber is used, which is characterized by a wide tread, which means that the equipment is able to move on ice without slipping.

The reliable operation of the wheel axle is ensured through the drive belt. Restriction shoes in the design are required to allow the user to adjust the bucket height. They are found on all models of the company. This allows the snow thrower to be used even on uneven surfaces, without the auger picking up stones and earth.

The Huter company produces equipment represented by many models. Let's consider the most popular ones.

• SGC 8100C. Tracked snow-clearing equipment with increased cross-country ability. It is purchased most often when it is necessary to remove sediments on an uneven surface. In addition to the powerful engine, the manufacturer has provided an electric motor starting system. From the technical characteristics - several speeds that allowed the manufacturer to increase the maneuverability of the model, which is important in hard-to-reach places. The power demonstrated by the motor is 11 liters. with., while the mass of the structure is 15 kg. The bucket is 700 mm wide and 540 mm high.

• SGC 4000. Gasoline technology with a robust screw mechanism in the design. Even with a strong impact on a hard surface, there is no deformation of the element. The snow blower does an excellent job even with wet snow. The design has wide wheels with a self-cleaning system, hence the excellent cross-country ability of the unit. Despite the fact that the power of the snowplow is only 5.5 liters. with., he perfectly copes with the tasks. The bucket is 560 mm wide and 420 mm high. Equipment weight 61 kg.
• SGC 4100. It boasts a 5.5 liter gasoline unit in the design. with. The starting system is an electric starter, so there is no problem starting the snow thrower. The metal auger quickly and effortlessly crushes layers of accumulated snow. The manufacturer was able to improve the gearbox, thanks to which the equipment demonstrates remarkable maneuverability. Model weight 75 kg, bucket height 510 mm, and its width 560 mm. The snow blower can throw snow up to 9 meters.

• SGC 4800. It is completed, like other models, with a gasoline unit, but its power is 6.5 liters. with. In addition, the design has a durable screw mechanism and a proprietary electric starter. The reliability of the design and main components allows the engine to start even in the most severe cold. The control system is located on the steering wheel, which is very convenient.The equipment can throw sediments up to 10 meters, while the bucket has a height of 500 mm and a width of 560 mm.
• SGC 3000. Used for snow removal in a small area. The weight of the structure is 43 kilograms, the volume of the gasoline fuel tank is 3.6 liters. As in most models, this one has an electric start of the engine and a high-quality auger. The technique can be used for a long time without additional filling; a separate lever in the structure is responsible for the direction of the chute. The power of the built-in motor is only 4 liters. with., while the width of the bucket remains impressive and is 520 mm, while its height is 260 mm. If necessary, the handles can be folded down so that the equipment takes up less space.

• SGC 6000. The main area of ​​use of the technique is cleaning medium and small areas. A convenient lever allows you to adjust the position of the chute, the engine starts from the electric starter, and a durable and reliable auger with an impeller is responsible for cleaning. The technique demonstrates an impressive power of 8 liters. with., while the weight is 85 kilograms. The bucket is 540 mm high and 620 mm wide.
• SGC 2000E. It is especially maneuverable and stable on uneven surfaces, so the snow thrower can be used in a small area to clean steps and paths. The auger can perfectly crush even large ice and remove the accumulated layer of snow. The user can independently adjust the distance at which the snow masses will be thrown. The design contains an electric motor, the power of which is 2 kW, while the weight of the structure is only 12 kg. Bucket width 460 mm and height 160 mm.

• SGC 1000E. Despite its small size, such a snow blower demonstrates good performance. An electric unit with a power of 2 kW is used as a motor. The snowplow weighs only 7 kilograms, while the bucket has a width of 280 mm and a height of 150 mm.
• SGC 4800E. It has headlights, an engine with a force of 6.5 liters. with. You can switch between six speeds forward and two reverse. Width and height of capture 560 * 500 mm.

• SGC 4100L. It has 5 forward and 2 reverse speeds. The engine power is 5.5 liters. with., the dimensions of the bucket for collecting snow 560/540 mm, where the first indicator is the width, and the second is the height.
• SGC 4000B. Demonstrates only 4 speeds when driving the snow thrower forward and 2 backward. The engine power is 5.5 liters. with., while in the design there is a manual starter. Bucket dimensions, namely: width and height 560 * 420 mm.
• SGC 4000E. Self-propelled unit with a force of 5.5 liters. with. and working width like the previous model. Differs in the presence of two starters in the design: manual and electric.

It is impossible not to note the high quality of all Huter snowblowers, regardless of whether there is a gasoline or electric motor inside. However, experts give their recommendations on what to look for when buying, so as not to be disappointed in technology later.

• Any model meets all safety requirements and quality certificates, since some of the best engineers in Germany work on them.
• When choosing a model, you should pay attention to such technical indications as power, type of installed motor, bucket width and height, availability of speeds, the ability to adjust the direction of the chute, and the type of stroke.
• When choosing a snow blower, first of all, the power of the power unit is taken into account, otherwise the equipment may not be able to cope with the volume of work. 600 sq. m requires a motor of 5-6.5 liters. with., the greater this indicator, the greater the area the snowplow is able to remove.

• The cost of equipment depends on the power of the engine, the most compact and inexpensive are electric models that are suitable for cleaning a small local area. In this case, it makes no sense to overpay for excess power that will not be used.
• The tank capacity of all gasoline models is the same - 3.6 liters of gasoline, on which the unit can work for about an hour without interruption.
• If there is a dilemma about which type of travel to choose, wheels or tracks, then the consumer should consider many factors, including whether the model has the ability to block the wheels, which significantly increases maneuverability when cornering.

• There is one more indicator - the number of cleaning stages, as a rule, the manufacturer provides for two of them. If the machine is driven by pressure from the operator, then it is better that the cleaning system is single, and the structure itself does not have a lot of weight. In such a model, the distance to which snow can be thrown is no more than 5 meters, but the auger can easily cope with both freshly fallen precipitation and those that have already settled.
• It is impossible not to take into account the width of the bucket, since they can be used to determine the speed of clearing the area.

• Self-propelled vehicles are always at the peak of popularity, since the operator does not need to push the equipment forward while clearing the territory. Such units always weigh a lot, but they have the ability to switch speeds, they are even equipped with a reverse gear.
• It is worth considering the material from which the gutter is made, since the service life depends on it. Metal are considered the most preferable due to the special qualities of the material; plastic does not always withstand a drop in air temperature and may crack over time.

The manufacturer gives detailed instructions for the operation of snow removal equipment. In accordance with it, the assembly and disassembly of the main units in case of problems must be carried out by a specialist with sufficient experience, otherwise the user may cause additional harm.

• The lubricant for the gearbox must meet standard requirements, but the oil can be anything, the main thing is that high-quality is used.
• It is not difficult to install the headlamp, but knowledge in the field of electrical engineering of such units is required, otherwise a short circuit may occur, as a result of a serious malfunction with subsequent costs.
• Before starting the equipment, you will need to inspect the structure so that oil does not leak, the auger is screwed on with high quality, nothing dangles.

• First, the snow thrower is run-in, which means that it should not work at full capacity, since at this moment the parts rub against each other.
• There is no oil and fuel when buying, this should be taken into account.
• After the break-in process is completed, the oil must be changed; on average, the equipment must work 25 hours. The oil should be changed every specified period of time, the filters are also cleaned.
• Most snow throwers can start freely even at an ambient temperature of –30 ° C.
• Before storing the equipment for spring and summer, the oil and fuel are drained, the main components and moving mechanisms are lubricated, the spark plugs are disconnected.

On the Web, you can find a lot of reviews regarding the equipment of this manufacturer. Most of them say that such an assistant is very reliable and becomes simply irreplaceable over time. But the manufacturer does not stop repeating that it is necessary to strictly follow the instructions so that the snow blower demonstrates stable operation and does not break down for a long time.

In areas where winters are very snowy, and you have to clean the area every few hours, you simply cannot do without such equipment. Even under heavy load, any of the models perfectly withstands operation in difficult conditions.

Of the minuses, it can be noted that it is not very convenient design with the location of the lever responsible for turning the chute. To change the course of throwing snow while the vehicle is moving, the operator has to try and bend.

For an overview of the Huter SGC-4000 snow blower, see the following video.