Reader's Responses:

1. J. Endries says:

   July 2, 2010 at 3:43 am

   Review by J. Endries for CEL CY1 POWERmow 16-Inch 24-Volt 7 amp Cordless Electric Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Bag
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   I bought this mower partially based on the review here, and I’m glad I did. I was originally looking at traditional rotary mowers (cordless electric), all of which were more expensive than this mower. I’m glad I saved some money. I have a smallish yard, living in a small city, with a wraparound yard and 8′ wide grass between the sidewalk and streets (it’s on the corner). I would guess 1/4 acre size, but I don’t really know off-hand…

   The very first time I used this, this May, was a morning after it rained and the lawn had not been cut yet that year. The grass was thick, wet and ready for a fight. The mower performed really well. I had to go back over spots or walk extra slow a few times, but generally I walked as fast as I would with a rotary on this sort of grass and it cut just as well. It lasted almost the whole lawn on one battery charge, too, so in normal mowing I’m not worried about battery life whatsoever. It’s very light and easy to maneuver, much lighter than I thought it would be.

   I’ve never used a reel mower before. I don’t use the bag so it shoots the grass out at my shins and knees, so I made a simple cardboard shield. Not a big deal. Also, it’s impossible to get edges (that a rotary would get), around trees and along the curb and sidewalk–anywhere that the height varies–so you may want to get a trimmer if you don’t have one. The wheels take up some width, and then the casing does, THEN you get to the blade, so there is probably 2-3″ of non-cutting stuff on either side and an inch or two in front before the blade comes into play.

   I would definitely recommend it to anyone with a small to average lawn. I would only not recommend it if you have an acre or more of lawn, or mostly little tricky bits to mow around. Hopefully I’ll get some solar panels hooked up soon and be able to charge it from the sun.
2. Samuel Finesworth says:

   July 2, 2010 at 3:46 am

   Review by Samuel Finesworth for CEL CY1 POWERmow 16-Inch 24-Volt 7 amp Cordless Electric Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Bag
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   Plus – lightweight and plenty of battery power for a small yard – eco friendly

   Minus – flimsy blade setup – it does’t cut evenly and requires mulltiple passes to get all the grass cut. Might be okay for a very small yard like at a townhouse.

   Very disappointed. I’m not sure if I’ll use it much longer.
3. C. Seger says:

   July 2, 2010 at 4:30 am

   Review by C. Seger for CEL CY1 POWERmow 16-Inch 24-Volt 7 amp Cordless Electric Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Bag
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   Our experience with POWERmow has been nothing short of OUTSTANDING.
   
   Firstly, my husband just loves the options of battery or push; and especially likes the cut of the grass. wonderful.
   
   Even more important was the SERVICE we received during this transaction.
   
   We had a question and was contacted by the VP OF SALES, a polite, friendly, knowledgeable gentleman who assisted us
   
   with care and consideration throughout the purchase. Their attention to detail and customer satisfaction is the best
   
   we have ever received in any on line purchase.
   
   The mower is fantastic; delivery was swift; personal attention was the best.
   
   What more could you possibly want.
   
   Buy with confidence!
   
   The Segers
4. T. Hart says:

   July 2, 2010 at 5:25 am

   Review by T. Hart for CEL CY1 POWERmow 16-Inch 24-Volt 7 amp Cordless Electric Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Bag
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   Enjoying this mower a lot. We have Bermuda grass (along with weeds) and since starting to cut with the POWERmow the weeds are very much under control. The mower does not always get all of the crabgrass, but I’m working on getting rid of that. Had a mechanical issue which was dealt with very quickly by the company.
5. C. Enterprise Ltd says:

   July 2, 2010 at 5:51 am

   Review by C. Enterprise Ltd for CEL CY1 POWERmow 16-Inch 24-Volt 7 amp Cordless Electric Reel Lawn Mower with Grass Bag
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   Hi Sam, It sounds like your blade is not correctly adjusted. Take care of the cylinder blade while adjusting the fixed blade as it will turn when you rotate the wheels.
   
   You will have received a hex key with the mower that fits 2 hex bolts on the underside of the mower.
   
   Turn the mower on its side so it balances on one wheel, tighten the uppermost hex bolt gradually while spinning the cylinder blade.
   
   Stop when the cylinder blade makes a slight noise as it touches the fixed blade.
   
   Turn the mower onto its other wheel and tighten the other hex nut until you hear the same noise.
   
   A correctly adjusted blade will make a scissor like sound as the blades make contact, when running this sound should be audible but not too loud.
   
   This adjustment will make your mower cut much more efficiently.