Here’s what we consider to be the bottom line when it comes to deciding if this mower is for you. JavaScript must be enabled in order for you to use this site.However, it seems JavaScript is either disabled or not supported by your browser. Enable JavaScript by changing your browser options, and then try again. During our testing we avoided engaging the Turbo mode (we didn’t need to). Expect runtime to drop accordingly if you have to use this mode for any length of time. On the clock, Kenny dives deep to discover the practical limits and comparative differences for all kinds of tools.
However, it also has its flaws, including a very noticeable lack of a safety key, and a self-propelling option that isn’t really worth using. If you don’t use the self-propel option anyway and practice careful mower maintenance, then these issues can be greatly reduced. Press the power button and then pull back on the bail bar to start things spinning. The self-propel drive motor works separately from the blades, so you can move the mower to and from your shed or garage as needed without expending more battery power than needed. There’s nothing wrong with that, though, and we like the additional capacity. It’s not quite up to the performance level of a farm and ranch chainsaw, but it’s much better than most homeowner gas saws we’ve used.
Otherwise, the wheels lock up and you find yourself having to drag the mower backward. I’m impatient, so giving the mower that extra second or two is something I am still dealing with. While simple, the starting process has both good and not-so-good features. There are left and right blade and self-propelled levers on both sides of the handle. This is good for both left or right-handed people, but if one side lever is squeezed, the other lever also moves. If the other hand is just holding onto the handle under the lever , it will be squeezed by the handle.
And it stores vertically, taking up less space in your garage or shed for added convenience. The seven-position, single-lever height adjustment allows you to adjust the blade height for a variety of mowing situations. With mine set to next to lowest position, the mower never choked out on even tall, thick grass — something that frequently occurs with my gas-powered mower. With a powerful machine like a self-propelled lawnmower, safety is a key concern for many shoppers. Keep in mind that many mowers come with a built-in safety feature where the mower only starts and runs if the operator squeezes a bar on the handle. This way, if you slip and fall on the ground, you won’t be near spinning blades.
The Security LED flashes yellow when a PIN code is required, and the Error LED flashes red when the mower has been stopped due to an error such as a break in the wire or when the mower has been lifted. All other programming and settings are handled via the Greenworks Tools mobile app for Android and iOS. Since 2002, Greenworks has been the leader in battery-powered outdoor equipment and offers the most comprehensive collection of battery-powered tools for homeowners and landscaping professionals alike. Greenworks broad line of rugged, powerful tools deliver best-in-class power, performance, and runtime without the noise, hassle, or harmful emissions.
Vibration is generally a warning that the mower is not functioning properly. Follow all charging instructions and do not charge the battery pack or mower outside of the temperature range specified in the instructions. Charging improperly or at temperatures outside of the specified range may damage the battery and increase the risk of fire. Love mine, after having back surgery my gas mower was just too heavy.
We took the Greenworks Pro 60V 25-inch self-propelled lawn mower out to see how it stacks up against the best mowers we’ve tested. Having used and appreciated the commercial 25-inch lawn mower from Greenworks, we loved how they transitioned that product into a consumer product. Now residential users have the option to choose between a traditional 21-inch mower and a wider 25-inch model with dual batteries. That can really shorten your mowing time on larger lawns. Get the 21-inch mower for lawns under 1/4-acre and get the 25-inch mower for anything larger.
If you need a number to go with, Greenworks says you can get 150 cuts in 4×4 with one 4.0Ah battery. What’s more, the Pro 21 features a Turbo Mode, as well. When it came to run time, though, we did run into a few issues. When we operated this leaf blower on its highest setting, it lasted precisely 13 minutes.
These provide you with more control and maneuverability when steering your mower. Take a look at how easy it is to start your self-propelled lawnmower. Traditional ones have a recoil start with a pull rope.
Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manuals before operation. Familiarize yourself with the controls and proper use of this machine before operation. Reproduction without explicit permission is prohibited. In their Q and A, Greenworks warns that their largest 60V baytery–the 8-amp-hour battery–won’t fit. But users of this mower have reported that they were able to do just that. Think of charged batteries as refilling the tank after the tool runs out of fuel.