It also folds up in a self proclaimed “2 seconds.” So take that for what you will. I don’t know how that really impacts the way the mower works but I guess it makes it that much quicker to a nice Bud Latte during a hot summer afternoon. If the mower should start to vibrate abnormally, immediately stop the motor, remove the battery and check for the cause.
Inspect the lawnmower cord periodically and if damaged, have it repaired by an authorized service facility. When not in use, appliances should be stored indoors in dry, and high or locked-up place out of reach of children. Always remove the battery from the mower before storing. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower. Operators 14 years old and over should fully read and understand the operator’s manual and safety rules.
You can typically get faster acceleration if you want from electric (ever ride in a Tesla?), and we like the extra attention here. We turned it on and off quite a bit, but were able to clear our driveway, patio, garage area, and move debris from all of our flower beds. We loved that we were able to blow leaves from anywhere no matter how cramped or cluttered, but the battery lasted 50 minutes at most. The Greenworks Pro 80V Cordless Brushless Axial Blower is a smart choice for those who have small or hard-to-reach outdoor areas. Its limited battery life is a major downfall, though.
For the record, battery life with the 60V 5.0 Ah for me was exactly 36 minutes on a full charge. That’s with a normal cut using self-propelled for the entire mowing. This makes the mower good for smaller to medium-sized lawns.
Be sure to check out our homepage for all the latest news, and follow Electrek on Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn to stay in the loop. Check out our YouTube channelfor the latest reviews. I’m sure the industry is heading toward battery operated tools for the future. While mowing, I noticed a bothersome trait while using self-propelled. If you need to back up, you have to wait for a second or two fully stopped before self-propelled mode will turn itself off.
It’s not a deal breaker with us, but you do have to separately buy the batteries and charger. Transportation charges for the movement of any power equipment unit or attachment are the responsibility of the purchaser. It is the purchaser’s responsibility to pay transportation charges for any part submitted for replacement under this warranty unless such return is requested in writing by Greenworks. Greenworks hereby warranties this product, to the original purchaser with proof of purchase, for a period of three years against defects in materials, parts or workmanship.
A fully depleted battery needs about 30 minutes to full recharge. The first thing to consider when looking for a self-propelled lawnmower is what kind of yard you have. The size and shape of your yard, as well as the kind of grass you have and the amount of slope on your lawn will affect what kind of lawn mower you need. For example, if you have a flat lawn, then you may want to consider a front-wheel drive lawn mower, instead of a rear-wheel drive lawn mower which is better for sloped yards.
With an extra battery on hand, you can now rip through grass in the neighborhood without the hassle of gas. The 2AH battery charges within 30 minutes so you can get back to work and finish that job. Walk-behind push-mowers are powered by your strength, where you move them by pushing them over the grass you want you cut.
I had the lever moved about 3/4 the way to hare and the self-propelled walking speed was too slow for me—and I’m a leisurely mower. Yet the full-on hare setting was too fast resulting in a small selection range between too slow and too fast. Keep in mind that mowing speed is a personal thing, so YMMV.