Abstract: A power tool includes a housing including a motor, a work element extending from the housing and operably coupled to the motor, a handle extending from the housing having a first presence sensor, a second presence sensor, and a controller operably coupled to the first presence sensor, the second presence sensor, and the motor. The first presence sensor and the second presence sensor are configured to detect an engaged state in which an operator engages the first presence sensor and the second presence sensor and a disengaged state in which the operator disengages one or both of the first presence sensor and the second presence sensor.

Abstract: A snow thrower, as provided herein, may include a body frame, a handle, a collar, and a chute. The body frame may define a body inlet and a body outlet. The handle may be attached to the body frame. The chute may be attached to the body frame to direct snow therefrom.