Stop the machine and wait until the engine stops before you install or remove the battery pack. Pull the height adjustment lever forward to decrease the cutting height. Do not put in the safety key or the battery pack until you assemble all the parts. Do not modify or attempt to repair the mower or the battery pack except as indicated in the instructions for use and care. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts or under the cutting deck.
Of course, that instant-on without pull starting is one of the major benefits of kicking the gas can for lithium-ion power. Running just under 67 feet per second, the chain melted right through 14 inches of oak like butter. Satisfied with the cut, we decided to push it a little harder and see if the chain would bog. It can, but the brushless motor has the torque to keep the chain moving better than most cordless saws. Another feature I really like is the battery level gauge on the handle. It indicates which battery pack the mower currently draws from, and how much power each battery has at any given time.
Even in hardwoods, the Greenworks saw was surprisingly powerful. That being said, if leaned on it too much the saw would easily bog down. However, letting the saw do the work and applying an appropriate level of downward pressure resulted in fast smooth cuts. Cordless chainsaws are making a big splash in the outdoor power equipment market especially with homeowners. For occasional use, these saws are an excellent choice for a couple of reasons including low maintenance, quieter use, and affordable pricing.
You can also run the mower with just one battery if needed. You can adjust your speed using the dial located right in the middle of the handle controls. The slider is stiff enough that it doesn’t drift or move unless you specifically make an adjustment. Greenworks is conscious that the switch from gas to battery power is a big step and they’re doing a couple of things to make it feel more natural.
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“Greenworks is proud to provide sustainable, superior and innovative equipment that exceeds users expectations,” said Kevin Holzworth, Sr. Always remove the battery pack from mowers before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing. Never operate the mower without the proper discharge cover, grass bag, mulching insert, side discharge chute, or other safety devices in place and working.
Plastic seems to tire out if left out in the sun too long. I’d like something a little sturdier looking than this. The Greenworks Pro 40V 21” Brushless Self-Propelled Lawn Mower was one of the first major players in the electric mower space when they launched their first mower in 2016.
As with nearly any mower when it encounters tougher grass and heavy loads, mulching and cut quality take a brief hit. After all, you’re almost eliminating the area under the deck, so the blade efficiency goes down dramatically . When you need to do dramatic cuts like that, plan on bagging—or mowing over the same area twice. For normal maintenance cuts—this simply presents no issue. With the gas equivalent of a 24 horsepower engine, the twin blades turn confidently at 3000 RPM and do not bog down as easily as battery-powered walk-behind mowers. It is possible to get the blades to bog, though, and the mower is best for lawns that you regularly mow rather than constantly tackling overgrowth.