skseattle's Full Review: 20" Cordless Electric Mower
First off I did not buy this Homelite 20" mower, it was given to me because it was broken and I have years of training and experience with electromechanical devices. This is how I can tell you about specific, technical issues with this mower. The deck, wheels, height adjustment system and other structural pieces are all decent quality and durable. The rest however... After a very short period in service this mower developed way too many issues. The motor windings were burning out which means the motor doesn't have a chance to continue running without a ridiculous amount of repair or an expensive replacement. Many of the connections (where a wire is plugged into a switch, motor, etc.) were burned up. This not only indicates a possible fire hazzard but also inevetable breakdown. If the connections can't be made well, the power can't reach where it needs to be. The on/off switch was beginning to go bad. The contacts inside that make the electrical connections and bring power to the motor were burned up.
Even if I repaired this thing I couldn't sell it in good conscious. I've gotten all the parts I wanted out of it. The rest of them are going to be recycled.
While looking for another electric mower, knowing the ins and outs of these companies, I personally would look at only Black and Decker or Craftsman first. They have much more experience in quality and performance.
20 In. cutting width, with 24 volt battery system. Average mowing time up to 45 minutes. 3-in-1 design provides mulch, side-discharge or rear bagging ...More at Home Depot
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