Snow shovel with own hands
Snow shovel with own hands
Once during the night whole snow drifts, and I, it turns out, have nothing to clean up! The old purchased shovel broke, and I decided to make a new shovel myself.
I found a piece of plywood, cut a 50 × 50 cm square from it - for the shovel. Then he made an end part from a piece of the cut board, to which a scoop and a stalk will be attached. The width of the board is 8 cm, the thickness is -2 cm, and the length is 50 cm.
At first, the part was planed by the plane, and then cut one of the parts in a semicircle. Thus, the edges turned 5 cm, and in the middle 8. Then I made a cutting.
To do this, took a block of 4 × 4 cm, 2 m long, cut off its edges with a plane.
Then in the end I saw a hole under the shank.
That the angle of inclination of the scoop part was more convenient, made the depth of the opening in 4 cm. Then, the stalk and the end part were fixed with the help of screws. The lower part of the handle protrudes from the end part at 12 cm.
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Cut it at an angle, and then attached a square of plywood to the resulting cross.
To make the shovel more durable, he strips it with strips of galvanized iron. One attached to the lower edge of the scoop.
And from the back side of the shovel, for reliability, nailed a metal strip at the point of connection of the cuttings with the end part.
© Author: Sergey LEMESHEV, Kirovskaya obl.
HANDHOLD SNOW SHOVEL - VIDEO
NOTE: IF A LOT OF SNOW DROP - WHAT SNOW-CLEANING TOOL TO CHOOSE AND HOW TO CARE?
The winter "nightmare" of the owner of a country house is heavy snowfall all night, which will then have to be raked up for several hours. And although winters in recent years are more often snowless, you should not fully rely on this - it is advisable to have special equipment in the utility block.
Shovel
When choosing a shovel, pay attention to the material from which it is made - iron, aluminum, plastic, wood. The latest model is the cheapest. You can do it yourself at home. But remember: due to the constant exposure to moisture, the tree begins to rot, so such shovels must be dried regularly.
The aluminum options are heavier and more expensive, but they will last much longer. Such shovels are not afraid of moisture.
Many summer residents choose plastic shovels. They are quite lightweight and inexpensive. But they also often break with slight impacts or deform at temperatures below -25 degrees. Tip: choose a more durable, so-called composite plastic.
Care. After work, clean the plastic shovel of dirt and ice. Store in a cool place to avoid sudden temperature changes. For tools with metal parts, lubricate the latter after cleaning from dirt with machine oil or working off. Store in a dry place, preferably hanging.
Scraper
On a large area, clearing snow with a shovel will take a lot of time and effort. A scraper will help to simplify life - a kind of wide shovel with a U-shaped handle. The bucket width ranges from 75 to 120 cm, with wide sides at the edges and at the back. The bucket skids allow the scraper to slide easily over the snow, pushing it in the right direction. Care. Aluminum options are more prone to deformation, so they have to be leveled periodically. Rinse off the dirt under running water, and then wipe it dry and store in a utility block. Scrapers made of high-strength plastic do not need special care, except for cleaning from adhering snow.
Ice ax
Used to break ice and remove accumulated snow from tiles, steps, curbs, walkways.
- Ice ax ax. It looks like an ax with a welded pipe. Such a tool can easily cope with even the thickest layer of frozen ice. But! The inventory is heavy, so only a physically strong person can handle it.
- Ice ax scraper. Its distinctive feature is a rectangular blade, thanks to which it is convenient not only to break off ice, but also to scrape off snow and ice from sidewalks and paths. A good option for small areas. And a woman can easily handle a tool with a wooden handle.
Care.
After work, clean the metal parts from snow and wipe with a dry cloth. If the blade is dull, sharpen on a fine abrasive sander
Snow blower
Advanced summer residents and farmers are increasingly choosing specialized units for snow removal.
- Electric. It is equipped with an electric motor, which is why it usually does not have a high power (does not exceed 3 kW). But it is inexpensive, so it is popular. The device is easy to operate - just press a button. And the low weight and dimensions simplify the work and transportation in the car. Among the disadvantages: it will not cope with caked and wet snow, ice crust, therefore it is suitable for prompt cleaning of fresh snow. In addition, these models require access to an outlet. True, wireless (rechargeable) versions have gone on sale. Care. After stopping the engine, leave the electric cleaner outside for 5-10 minutes to cool down (otherwise condensation may form in a warm room, and this will provoke rust).
- Petrol. Gasoline units are more efficient and versatile. With their help, you will quickly and easily remove both soft snow and dense high snowdrifts. Care. Allow the motor to idle for a few minutes after use to get rid of wet snow trapped inside the snow blower. Then wipe the unit first with a damp cloth and then all metal parts with a dry cloth. Store your car in a shed under a cover.
© Author: Andrey KOVALENKO, equipment repair and maintenance technician, Kiev
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