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Craftsman (30") 357cc Two-Stage Snow Blower With Electric Start
Model: 88396
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Features
- 357cc Electric Push Button Start Craftsman Engine
- Starts easily, even on cold, snowy days
- 6 Forward & 2 Reverse Power-Propelled Speeds
- Trigger controlled EZ-Steer for better manueverability
- 30 Inch Clearing Width & 21 Inch Intake Height
- Easily clears packed snow from driveways & sidewalks
- 12" Serrated Steel Auger & 12" High Speed Impeller
- Efficiently move the snow up & out of your way
- Electric 4-Way Chute Control
- Easily adjusts snow discharge up to 190° rotation & pitch
- Large Capacity Snow Discharge Chute
- Throws snow in a tight pattern to avoid blowback
- 16" x 6.5" X-Trac Tires & Tool-Less Drift Cutters
- Ideal for use in heavy snow conditions
- Mitten-Grip Starter Handle
- Comfortable grip on the recoil start while wearing gloves
- Large Deluxe Glide-Tech Skid Shoes
- Slide along bricks & pavers, keeps driveway damage-free
- In-Dash LED Headlight
- See where you're clearing even on the darkest days
Specifications
88396
Engine
Engine Brand
Craftsman
Engine Type
4-Cycle OHV
CC
357 CCs
Starting System
12-Volt Key Start
Auger Housing / Chute Control
Stage Type
Two-Stage
Auger Diameter
12 Inches
Impeller Diameter
12 Inches
Auger Material
Serrated Steel
Chute Rotation
Electric
Clearing Width
30 Inches
Intake Height
21 Inches
Drive System
Steering
Easy Turn
Reverse Speeds
2 Reverse
Tire Type
Directional Snow Tread
Tire Size
16" x 6.5"
Forward Speeds
6 Forward
Options
Drift Cutters
Included
Hand Warmers
No
Headlight Type
LED
Remote Deflector Controls
Yes
Skid Shoes
Included - Standard
Overview
Consumer Warranty
2 Years
UPC
043033561421
Reviews
(5)
Craftsman 88396 Reviews & Ratings
DO NOT BUY THIS - SEARS DOES NOT REASONABLY STAND BEHIND IT
By Richard D.
Park City, Utah
Review Posted 12/22/2017
I purchased this product last winter, and paid an additional $200 for a 3-year service contract. The snowblower would not start the first time it snowed this winter, in November. I had to wait almost a month for a service person to look at it (I was told Sears only has one service person to service the entire state of Utah). He was unable to fix it, and said the next available date to try again was almost another month away. The snowblower is useless, and it is borderline fraudulent for Sears to sell service contracts that are pretty much useless.
Richard D. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
1/5
1/5
1/5
1/5
Cons:
Low Quality, Unreliable, Sears does not honor service contracts
Better Than Expected
By Robbie E.
Anchorage, Alaska
Review Posted 11/05/2017
I have used mine now for several years in Anchorage, AK and not only do I do my own driveway/walks but also three of my neighbors and our church walks. I am very happy with it's performance, the EZ Steer feature and directional snow chute controls. My only complaint is that the local Sears does not carry replacement scraper bars (pick up blade) that do wear out and I'm currently in the hunt.
Robbie E. Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
4/5
Pros:
Durable, Easy To Use, Exceeded Expectations, Reliable
Cons:
Expensive
Mistake To Purchase This Model
By Jim W.
Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin
Review Posted 02/24/2017
First, a disclaimer I am an ardent Craftsman and Kenmore purchaser. I have many Craftsman products.
Because of the above I chose this model of snowblower. We have a large driveway and thought this model would be good. Our past snowblower was a 28" MTD that did a great job, I sold it when I bought a tractor with a blower. Since then I quit using the tractor blower and decided to buy this one.
I have had only about 6-8 times to use it, the only time it does a reasonable job is with maybe 4" of snow where I can move in position 2 forward. Any gear faster the snowblower can't keep up. It is advertised for use in all kinds of snow but that is not true. Today I used it with a wet snow up to 10" and it could not handle it at any speed.
The auger completely packed with snow between the blades and could not keep up with the slowest speed. It's throwing distance is barely 10' when under a load. The drift cutters are useless, it could not handle snow of the depth enough to have to use the cutters. The electric chute control is very twitchy and not smooth at all. I am very disappointed with this machine and will replace it.
Because of the above I chose this model of snowblower. We have a large driveway and thought this model would be good. Our past snowblower was a 28" MTD that did a great job, I sold it when I bought a tractor with a blower. Since then I quit using the tractor blower and decided to buy this one.
I have had only about 6-8 times to use it, the only time it does a reasonable job is with maybe 4" of snow where I can move in position 2 forward. Any gear faster the snowblower can't keep up. It is advertised for use in all kinds of snow but that is not true. Today I used it with a wet snow up to 10" and it could not handle it at any speed.
The auger completely packed with snow between the blades and could not keep up with the slowest speed. It's throwing distance is barely 10' when under a load. The drift cutters are useless, it could not handle snow of the depth enough to have to use the cutters. The electric chute control is very twitchy and not smooth at all. I am very disappointed with this machine and will replace it.
Jim W. Does Not Recommend This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
3/5
1/5
1/5
Pros:
Features, EZ Steer, Starts Well
Cons:
Difficult To Use, Cannot Handle Snow 4, Very Slow in 4
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By Josh S.
Springvale, Maine
Review Posted 02/11/2015
This machine is a work horse goes through a foot plus of snow with ease.
Josh S. Recommends This
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5/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Very powerful
By Bob
Connecticut
Review Posted 02/08/2015
We just had a 14" snowstorm here in CT. I have a 450' road millings driveway at a 14% grade. The snow blower did a great job. A couple of things not too happy with is the chute gets in the way of the light. And going up a 14% grade, it wants to lean backwards.
Guess I'll be ordering the front-end weight for it. Also, I have one of those cabs for it, but one of the bars are right in the way of the light .So not going to use cab too much.
First gear is real slow, not bad for moving a lot of snow. Second gear a little too fast for moving snow. All the other gears seem the same to me.Not sure if you need 6 gears. Otherwise, it's a good machine so far.
Guess I'll be ordering the front-end weight for it. Also, I have one of those cabs for it, but one of the bars are right in the way of the light .So not going to use cab too much.
First gear is real slow, not bad for moving a lot of snow. Second gear a little too fast for moving snow. All the other gears seem the same to me.Not sure if you need 6 gears. Otherwise, it's a good machine so far.
Bob Recommends This
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Rating Breakdown
4/5
5/5
5/5
5/5
Pros:
Durable, Price, Reliable, Throws The Snow Far
Cons:
Chute In Way Of Light, Gear Ratio
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