I just bought this snow thrower, the basic (737) model w/o electric start nor the shredding ice auger. In 25 years I've never needed an e-start but the metal auger would have been nice but it's only sold with the e-start option which adds ~$200. To be fair, it's April here in Colorado and 70 degrees, so I can't yet review it's capability for throwing snow, but I can tell you everything else.
I download the Owners Manual from the B&S website prior to purchase, but it didn't include set-up instructions, which I found in the delivered box. It took me about 25 minutes to cut away the packaging and lay-out all the parts, plus another 20 minutes to complete the set-up. The set-up manual is long on cartoons and short on specific text instructions. Overall it fairly intuitive, I only screwed it up twice, but leaves a few questions unanswered before testing the engine.
Specifically, "How much oil do I add?", "What's the capacity of the fuel tank?, and, "What type of oil and fuel should I use"?. If you migrate between the set-up manual, and the owner's manual, you finally get these questions answered. Oil is 20oz with 5-30 recommended; fuel capacity is 3.0-3.2 quarts rated at 85-87 regular.
Having completed all the above I was ready to run a start-up test on the engine, but the first instruction was to turn the key to ON. No where in any manual did it tell me where to insert the key - another 10-15 minute search! It's located below and forward of the choke (red) position switch. The unit is made in China and I suspect the manuals are English conversions?
The engine ran perfectly and started with one pull. I repeated this over 5 days with no priming, and I remain impressed! This is my 3rd snow thrower in 25 years and is one of the best purchases I've ever made. Can't wait to see how it performs in the snow!
UPDATE: It's now mid-December and I've used this thrower 4 times operating flawlessly! Even at freezing temps it starts with one pull if I remember to set the choke. It's serious fun to watch how far it throws the snow, like from the sidewalk to the middle of the street. It's much quieter than the others I've owned, allowing an earlier start without waking the neighbors. I recommend adding an ounce of sea-bil to a 2-gallon gas can so you don't have to remember when refilling the gas tank.
No snow thrower is perfect, although this one is close. I have only two issues. Somewhere in the owners manual it says the engine must be upgraded for use above 5,000 feet. Being at 6,200 feet I dropped off the unit at the engine shop. The upgrade consists of re-jetting the carburetor but the jet has to be ordered from Briggs & Stratton. After 4 weeks of waiting, B&S told us that this upgrade is only required for 3-4% of the country and they haven't made any yet? Glad I started this last May!
Not to bash B&S, I'd recommend they design a longer handle for rotating the shoot direction. I'm 5'9" and to reach it I have to step to one side of the thrower. Not a big deal unless you slip on the snow/ice with each rotation. They do sell this unit with a crank at extra cost for this purpose, located behind the thrower.
Would I buy it again, now that I've used it a few time ... Absolutely! Spending extra bucks for the electric start is a waste of money. I can't comment on the metal ice scraper addition to the auger, other than to say it's not needed unless you wait to long after it snows?
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1022E Single-Stage Snowthrower
22″ Clearing Width / 208cc Engine / Electric Start
Equipped with easy-to-use push button start, a powerful Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine and a chute-mounted rotation and deflector controls, the Briggs & Stratton 1022E Single-Stage Snowthrower has what it takes to tackle this winter’s snowfall with ease. Its compact size makes it easy to maneuver, and its sturdy construction makes sure this snow blower is ready to perform year after year.
- Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine, 208cc
- Easy electric starting down to -20°F
- Chute-mounted rotation and deflector controls
- Auger-assisted drive system
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Briggs & Stratton OHV EngineThe Briggs & Stratton Snow Series Engine with electric start is designed to deliver optimum power in extreme winter conditions. Its oversized controls provide mitten-friendly operation. |
Convenient Electric StartPush button electric start makes for easy starting every time, down to -20°F.* |
Auger-Assist Drive SystemThe wear-resistant rubber edged auger clears snow down to the pavement and helps propel the snow blower forward. |
Simple to ControlEasily change the chute direction from left-to-right with the chute-mounted handle. Change the height that snow is being thrown with the quick deflector. |
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| Stage | Single-Stage | Single-Stage | Single-Stage | Single-Stage with SnowShredder | Single-Stage with SnowShredder |
| Clearing Width | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" | 22" |
| Engine | Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine; 9.50 Gross Torque; 208cc | Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine; 9.50 Gross Torque; 208cc | Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine; 9.50 Gross Torque; 208cc | Briggs & Stratton 950 Snow Series Engine; 9.50 Gross Torque; 208cc | Briggs & Stratton 1150 Snow Series Engine; 11.50 Gross Torque; 250cc |
| Electric Start | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | |
| Drive/Auger Type | Auger Propelled / Thermal plastic urethane | Auger Propelled / Thermal plastic urethane | Auger Propelled / Thermal plastic urethane | Auger Propelled / SnowShredder Serrated Steel Auger | Auger Propelled / SnowShredder Serrated Steel Auger |
| Chute Controls | Manual Rotation / Quick Deflector | Manual Rotation / Quick Deflector | Remote Crank Rotation / Quick Deflector | Remote Crank Rotation / Quick Deflector | Electric Rotation / Quick Deflector |
| Headlight(s) | ✓ |
Reviews with images
This is a good unit with a few design issues
I had no issue assembling it and it started up and ran fine. About 10 feet into snow throwing, the auger drive belt came off and got stuck between the auger pulley and the housing around it. The auger was totally stuck in place and the belt squealed bad. I first thought it was a bearing issue or metal on metal. But once I removed the belt cover I saw what it was. I had to use a gear puller to get the pulley off. It was stuck that tight. My next issue will be how to adjust the unit to keep the belt from jumping off during operation. But also, in the future I know I have to remove the pulley just to replace the belt. It clears the snow very well.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2018
Size: 208ccStyle: StandardPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2020
Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2020
Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
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Rockgale
I love the machine.
Reviewed in Canada on March 31, 2023Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
saltwater
Nice for light, fluffy snow
Reviewed in Canada on June 15, 2022Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
Geetika
Does what it's built for!
Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2022Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
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Reviewed in Canada on January 18, 2022
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Shab
So so performance.
Reviewed in Canada on December 30, 2021Size: 208ccStyle: Electric StartPattern Name: Snow BlowerVerified Purchase
RK
Didn't use the electric start as its so easy to start with the pull cord
Reviewed in Canada on July 19, 2018