Common Problems With An Electric Mower And Ways To Repair It

Your electric mower is going to need some repair work done every now and then, although most electric mowers that you purchase from the store or from online will have a warranty associated with them. In such a case, it’s best to get in touch with the seller of the item and request a repair or replacement. Electric lawn mowers are environmentally-friendly and need a constant connection to an electrical supply, making them better suited to small properties. All models of electric mowers can be troubleshooted in the same way. The need for professional repair may not even arise.
When it comes to lawnmowing in Simpsonville, you can either do it yourself using a lawn mower or can call for professionals, such as the yard care professionals at the acclaimed Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville.


Some of the common problems associated with an electric mower:
1.      Overheating is the most common problem. Air vents getting clogged up by cut grass and other debris causes air circulation to the engine to cut off thus causing the mower to overheat. Clean the air vents by removing the casing with them, or use an air compressor to blow the debris out (if the casing can’t be removed).

2.      Mower stopping in mid-cut suddenly can be attributed to build up of too much grass on the underside of the deck, which causes the drag on the blade to increase, thus the motor tries to make up for it. The blades slowing with increased motor noise before shutting off is another sign that can cause the mower to pop the breaker. You’ll have to reset the breaker after cleaning out your deck after unplugging.

3.      If your mower cord becomes frayed or broken, instead of replacing the whole thing use wire cutters to remove the damaged section. This is when your mower comes with a cord permanently attached.

4.      You may notice that your mower isn’t starting, this is mainly caused by a faulty connection somewhere. If you are using an electric mower with a power cord, the cord should be plugged in properly at both ends, and the outlet should carry enough power for that particular electric mower. Make sure the power is on by checking the circuit breaker.

5.      Ensure the mower's safety mechanism is not preventing the motor from starting as many lawn mowers have a safety feature that stops children from starting the motor.

6.      Electric mowers will stop working if the blades are restricted from moving so turn your mower over to see the blades after disconnecting it from the power supply. See if any grass, sticks, leaves or other debris is preventing the blades from turning.

Your mower may require more extensive repairs which will require for you to know the mower parts and that might require professional help.

Call Curb Appeal Lawn Care in Simpsonville on 864-399-9185 to hire our services.

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