Those who are preoccupied with the appearance of their own plot often ask themselves the question of how best to care for it. Therefore, there are many types of lawn mowers to get rid of weeds and tidy up your lawn.

Functional features of rotary lawn mowers

According to consumers, the rotary lawn mower is the best mowing tool because it is equipped with a special blade. People who have attended to the purchase for the first time may ask the question, the rotary blade of a lawn mower - what is it? These are steel blades that, when rotated, create a stream of air that draws the grass into a special bag. Along with this, there is also a mulching mode, due to which the processed grass is thrown onto the ground.

Important! The most important thing in this process is to avoid hitting foreign objects, and also to monitor the sharpness of the knives.

Rotary Lawn Mower

Types of rotary lawn mowers

Lawn mower Stiga

All lawn mowers are divided into several groups according to the type of fuel. Such devices can be:

  • electric;
  • gasoline;
  • rechargeable.

They can also be conditionally divided according to the principle of self-propelledness.

Electric and petrol rotary lawn mowers run on an electric or internal combustion engine. With its help, a special knife rotates, which consists of two blades (sometimes several), located parallel to the ground.

Electric models require a permanent connection to the mains. Fuel varieties need to be refueled with gasoline regularly. As for battery models, they are mainly self-propelled mowers.

An interesting type of rotary lawn mower is an air cushion device. They are equipped with a fan, which, when turned on, creates an air flow that allows the structure itself not to touch the ground. This provides good maneuverability, especially in hard-to-reach areas.

Rotary lawn mower at work

Which lawn mower to choose

First of all, before buying, it is worth examining all the advantages and disadvantages of rotary devices.

Mechanical lawn mower

Pros:

  • high power;
  • low price;
  • many models have the ability to adjust the blades, that is, work on elevated and uneven surfaces;
  • when mulching, the grass is laid in rows, there is no need to collect it all over the site.

Minuses:

  • great injury risk;
  • high probability of knife breakage;
  • it is difficult to replace / sharpen defective blades.

When choosing a device with a rotary drive, they primarily rely on the material of the housing. It must be durable, because all kinds of debris and stones are not uncommon. Inexpensive models are made of plastic. The best option would be to purchase a device with a metal case.

Important! Another parameter is the width of the wheels. The larger it is, the more maneuverability will be and the less likely it is to damage the lawn. The diameter of the wheels should be selected based on the height of the grass. Large wheels are needed for mowing tall plants. For a regular haircut, you should proceed from personal convenience.

The most popular are the following lawn mower companies: Bosh, Makita, Champion, Husqvarna and some others. Several models can be distinguished from them.

The unconditional leader in the electric rotary mower market is the Bosh ARM37. The structure weighs only 12 kg. It is equipped with a 40 l grass collection bag.The most important advantage is the five-level central adjuster, which is responsible for the bevel height. Thus, the strip width is about 37 cm and the height is adjustable from 20 to 70 mm.

You can also highlight the Makita PLM 5113 petrol self-propelled lawn mower. Although the company's equipment does not differ in great functionality, it provides maximum reliability. So, this model is the most durable among analogues, as it can work for a long time without special maintenance. The body is made of steel, which ensures its strength. The bevel height is five steps.

Rotary mower for mini tractor

For those who prefer to entrust the mowing to a robot, you can choose the middle class model Husqvarna AutoMower 315, which is able to ensure evenness of small areas. A full battery charge lasts for 70 minutes. work. Charging takes place within one hour. The mowing height ranges from 20 to 60 mm, which is ensured by special knives.

Device care and operation

Viking lawn mower

All the rules for working with rotary lawn mowers are almost identical.

  • Before starting work, you need to prepare the device: charge the battery or connect it to the network. When working with electrical models, first of all, it is worth checking the serviceability of the cord.
  • Then check and, if possible, clean the lawn of stones and other objects that could damage the unit.
  • If there is a cord, then it must be put on the shoulder. Then grab the handle with both hands and press the power button.
  • Adjust the bevel height if necessary. After finishing work, carry out the obligatory cleaning of grass residues from knives and air intake. Then wipe the case with a dry cloth. How to clean this or that device, you can see in the corresponding instructions.

Note! If there is the slightest damage or malfunction (for example, blunt knives or a jammed rotor), make the necessary repairs. Possible troubleshooting methods vary from model to model.

Store the mower in a dry and well-ventilated area, protected from precipitation. In case of long-term storage (from 3 months), parts that do not have a varnish coating are preserved.

Which model of rotary lawn mower to choose, each gardener decides for himself. The main thing is that it is easy to use and lasts a long time!