| What are the positive impacts on the environment, because of this new technology? |
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No gas |
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No oil |
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No emissions |
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No spills |
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No maintenance and related waste from oil changes, filter changes, etc |
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You can also be completely off the grid if you purchase the optional solar panel charger |
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We use sealed lead acid batteries which have an over 97% recycling rate as this is an established infrastructure, and 98% of the battery itself is fully recyclable (lead, plastic, etc). Just as a benchmark, in the US only 55% of aluminum soft drink cans are recycled and 26% for glass bottles or even car tires |
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For more Green Facts click here |
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| What makes this product unique or competitive next to similar products on the market? |
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The first cordless electric mower on the market to offer both the self-propelled feature as well as a steel deck. |
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Run time and cutting area abilities are roughly 20%+ greater than the leading competitor. |
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Mowing performance similar to a gasoline mower providing enough power to cut your lawn right the first time, even in thick grass conditions. |
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Various ergonomic features such as easy push handle height adjust |
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| How do I store the batteries during the winter? |
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Never leave batteries in temperatures below 0° Celsius/32° Fahrenheit. Batteries will freeze and will be damaged which will result in less operation time next time they are used. The batteries are easily accessible to allow easy removal and storage. |
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| How often should I charge the battery? |
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Leave batteries on charger at all times when not in use. For safety reasons and convenience, it is recommended to always leave the batteries on the charger ready for the next time you will use your unit. |
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Our lead acid batteries have no memory so you can use them as little or as much as needed and place them back on the charger ready for the next time you mow your lawn. |
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| Does the self-propelled feature use up a lot of battery power? |
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The self-propelled function is belt driven to minimize friction loss and maximize battery performance and reliability. The less effort it takes to power the wheels, the longer the batteries will last! |
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| How should I store the mower? |
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The unit can be hung in your garage by the handle bar to create more space savings. Because of the fact that there is no oil or gas that can come out of the unit, it can literally hang upside down! |
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| What maintenance is required to keep the mower at maximum performance? |
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No maintenance or tune ups Required ($327 savings in fuel and maintenance costs over 6 years as compared to typical gas mowers) |
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| How much noise does the mower create? |
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Neighbor friendly, this mower is quiet enough that your neighbors will appreciate it. |
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| How long will the mower run on a single charge? |
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The mower will cut the average lawn on a single charge. |
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| How long does it take to charge/recharge the battery on the regular charger station? |
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The regular charger takes approx 12 hours to charge. A rapid charger station is also available as an accessory and will reduce the charging time to 3 to 4 hours. |
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| How often will I have to buy a new battery? |
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The batteries if used/stored properly have a rating of 5 years or more. Always remember not to leave batteries in temperatures below 0°C or 32°F. |
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| How much are replacement batteries and where can I find them? |
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Replacement batteries can be purchased through Linamar Consumers Products directly. We recommend that you consider purchasing them through our customer service team as we have tested our batteries to have the optimal power output with the use of the Terra Phase Brushless Motor. |
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| Do you exchange/recycle batteries? |
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In order to maintain the minimum environmental impact batteries must be properly disposed of; dispose of batteries in accordance with local hazardous material laws. |
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We use sealed lead acid batteries which have an over 97% recycling rate as this is an established infrastructure, and 98% of the battery itself is fully recyclable (lead, plastic, etc). Just as a benchmark, in the US only 55% of aluminum soft drink cans are recycled and 26% for glass bottles or even car tires |
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Contact your local waste management office or visit the following website for a battery recycling depot near you http://earth911.org |
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Never throw out used batteries in household trash. |
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Never dispose of batteries in a fire as they may explode. |
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| Are there any power cords required to operate the mower? |
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No power cords required. If you have a grass area that exceeds the mower battery range, this mower has been designed to allow you easy access to the batteries so you can have another set charging and replaced to double the run time. |
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| Is it powerful enough to cut through long grass? Wet grass? |
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The Terra Phase Brushless Motor produces more power, more torque and better cut than any other currently available on the market today. Brushless motors have very high torque that will cut through long, wet or thick grass while filling your bag all the way up to its full capacity. |
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| Do you offer a warranty? |
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The mower comes with a 2 year limited warranty. |
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