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MTD 18A-C06-700 13 8A Electric Push Mower by Yard Machines

Features

Powerful electric-powered rear bag mower

1000-watt 8 Amp electric motor

3-position manual height adjustment

13-inch molded rear bag deck with hard-top bag

2-year limited warranty

Product Description
The Yard Machines electric mower is a powerful rear bag mower perfect for the smaller lawn. This mower features a 1000 watt, 8 Amp electric motor, 5-inch front and 6-inch rear wheels, and a 13-inch molded rear bag deck. The three-position manual height adjustment allows the operator to tailor cutting heights from one to three inches to meet any lawn condition, with no tools required. The lightweight plastic deck also includes a hard-top bag, and the mower also comes with a standard 2-year limited warranty.

Amazon.com Buying Guide
Five Tips for Buying a Mower
Choosing a lawn mower is a matter of sifting through a bewildering array of types, power ratings, and fuel sources. Lets break it down a little to make the process easier.

What types of walk-behind mowers are there?
There are four basic choices: push reel, electric, cordless, and gas. All have strengths and weaknesses.

Push reel mowers are powered by you. Theyre quiet, they dont need cords or recharging, and they dont pollute. But on large lawns, you might not want the workout you get when using a push reel mower. They also tend to be less effective on grass taller than two inches.
Electric mowers need to be plugged into an outlet to power them, which means youre constrained by the location of power outlets, the length of your power cord, and any obstacles that may snag the cord. If you have a small yard but dont want the forced exercise of using a push reel mower, an electric mower may be for you.
Cordless mowers are powered by a rechargeable battery. You dont have to deal with the hassles of keeping a cord plugged in, but battery life becomes a constraint. Depending on the battery capacity, the size of your yard, and the height of your grass, you may not be able to complete your mowing job on one charge.
Gas mowers offer the most power, which is best if youll be mowing tall, dense grass or if your yard is larger than 2,000 square feet. But you will have to keep gas and oil on hand as well as keep the engine serviced.

What do all the power measurements mean?
All that matters to you is whether the lawn mowers blade will spin fast enough to cut your grass. Unfortunately, mowers are rated in far more technical terms.

For gas mowers, there are three power measurements you may see:

horsepower (hp) refers to the amount of power the engine can produce;
torque is the amount of horsepower that is transferred to the blade;
cc (cubic centimeters) is another to measure an engines power based on the displacement volume of its cylinders.

There also are two types of engines: two-stroke (also referred to as two-cycle) and four-stroke (or four-cycle). Conventional wisdom is that two-stroke engines offer more power but also more pollution.
For electric and cordless mowers, power often is measured in volts, amps, or watts. To satisfy your inner techie, heres how to calculate the horsepower:
61. Multiply the volts by the amps to get the wattage.
62. Divide the wattage by 746 to get the horsepower.

More horsepower doesnt always mean more cutting power. Thats why, starting in 2007, most lawnmower manufacturers began rating walk-behind lawn mowers in torque power or ccs--not horsepower. If torque isnt available for a gas mower, higher cc figures usually mean higher torque (and more fuel used per stroke, incidentally).

However, you dont want to buy a mower based on the power measurement alone. Make sure it has the features, warranty, and quality of reviews youre seeking.

What features should I look for?

Cutting Deck
This refers to the blade housing. The wider the cutting deck, the fewer passes it will take to mow a given area. However, consider how many obstacles there are in your yard. The wider the deck, the tougher it may be to fit the mower into tight spaces.
Mulching and Bagging
Want to collect your clippings? Choose a mower with a rear- or side-bag option. Want to leave clippings on the lawn as fertilizer? Get a mower that mulches. A "3-in-1" mower will mulch, bag, or side-discharge.
Wheels
Larger wheels mean easier handling, especially over rough terrain. If you can, go with at least 7-inch-diameter wheels in the rear--larger if your yard is hilly or uneven. Some higher-end mowers have front wheels on casters, which gives you an extremely tight turning radius.
Height Adjustment
Most mowers allow you to adjust the distance between the blade and the ground. Think about how much range you really need.
Safety
Many newer rotary machines are available with a lever or bar that must be depressed to keep the mower running (some models include a handy blade-brake that lets you release the lever without killing the engine).
Also, look for models with a rubber flap at the back to block objects thrown from the blades. You should always wear safety goggles when mowing and follow all the manufacturers safety instructions regardless of the mower youre using.
Batteries
If youre buying a cordless mower, think about how long it will run on a single charge. Most batteries take several hours to recharge, so you want to make sure its going to get the job done before it runs out of juice. As a rule of thumb, a typical 24-volt mower will run up to one-and-a-half hours and cut up to a third of an acre; a 36-volt mower will go for three hours and cut up to a half an acre.
Cord holder
A cord holder is useful for keeping the cord of your electric mower out of the way when you make turns.
Starters
Gas mowers are available either with recoil (pull-cord) or electric starters. Newer recoil motors start much quicker than those you remember from summers past. However, go with electric if you can afford it: your mower will start with the push of a button or the turn of a key.
Self-propelled or push?
A self-propelled mower moves forward without you having to push it. All you have to do is steer. If you have a relatively flat lawn, save a few bucks by skipping this feature. However, if your landscape has a slope or an irregular contour, a self-propelled model may be the best choice. Rear-wheel drive tends to offer better traction.
Variable Speed
If you want a self-propelled mower, look for models with variable speed. This feature allows you to make adjustments within a continuous range so you can find the exact speed thats comfortable for you.

What servicing and maintenance is necessary?
Always buy a mower that comes with a manufacturers warranty and follow the manufacturers routine maintenance instructions for

Cleaning the mower after usage;
Keeping the blade sharp;
Keeping the engine tuned up (gas mowers); and
Keeping the battery charged (cordless mowers).

While Amazon.com does not accept returns on gas-powered mowers, the manufacturers Website or product manual will list the nearest service center.

What does CARB-compliant mean?
CARB is an acronym for California Air Resource Board, whose stringent air-quality standards have been adopted by many states. If your state requires compliance for gas mowers, confirm that your model is CARB-certified before you buy. While CARB-compliant mowers run cleaner than noncompliant models, they still emit pollutants. If you want to go green, an electric or push reel mower is the way to go.

Reader Reviews
Yardmachines Lawn Mower (Electric) I chose this mower as it seemed the ultimate in lightweight and easy to handle lawn mowers. I have never owned an electric mower before. I have owned a multitude of gas powered mowers and since my recent 2nd heart attack, I have given up gas mowers with their pull cords and fooling with gas and oil etc. I figured this 13" mower would be something I could handle easily and not put myself at risk. To start with, I received the machine from UPS and the UPS man refused to take the box to my door. He delivered it to the curb and therefore I had to drag the box into the house. It weighed about 50 lbs. so I am glad Amazon gave me free shipping. While opening the box and assembling the unit, I was disimpressed because the two screws that hold the lower handles onto the mower did not fit into the proper holes correctly. I had to find two screws that were narrower to fit the holes. The instructions for assembly were not well written and I had to enlist a friend to help me assemble the mower properly. Although the instructions advise to start using the mower with the wheels in the high position (to avoid "scalping" the grass), the wheels arrived in the low position, and to adjust the grass cutting height one must remove all 4 wheels and reposition them. Once I figured how to do this, it wasn't a big deal, but this was less convenient than the gas mowers which usually have an adjustable bracket over each wheel. Using the mower: It is lighter than a gas mower and so easily maneuverable, it was just as expected and I had hoped for. I can mow for 20 minutes without getting too tired. It is bothersome to keep fooling around with the electric cord but you get used to this. The machine came with a diagram of how to minimize cord frustrations, and I am learning. I mow in the middle height position - the highest position left my grass too high (in my opinion). The grass catcher is small and needs emptying often, but it is lighter than the grass catcher on my old Sears Craftsman gas mower. Overall I am happy with my electric lawn mower. You can't let the grass get too high or else this machine will keep stalling out. I was in the hospital again and the grass grew very thick and high while I was out of commission. So I had to pay the neighborhood boys $25 to cut it with a gas mower because this one wouldn't do the job. But the way I usually do it is I cut a portion of the lawn and then in the next 2 or 3 days continue, to keep the lawn maintained, cutting all the time. This machine is lightweight and I can mow all the time and it is good walking exercise, with a minimum of arm strain. I recommend this mower to everyone in my condition, and to anyone who has a small lawn. Comment | Permalink | (Report this)

MTD 18A-C06-700 13 8A Electric Push Mower
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Updated on 8-29-2008.

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