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Black & Decker CM1936

Price range:

$349.00 - $419.99

Summary: This Black & Decker 19-inch, battery-powered push mower is a basic model.

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Type: Electric-battery push mowers

About - Black & Decker CM1936
The Black & Decker CM1936 is part of the lawn mower & tractor test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, push mower models like the CM1936 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Mulching: Reflects a combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how completely the mower distributed its clippings over the lawn's surface. Bagging: Denotes a combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how much clippings the bag held before it filled or the chute clogged. Side discharging: A combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how evenly clippings were dispersed from the side-discharge chute.

About - Black & Decker CM1936

The Black & Decker CM1936 is part of the lawn mower & tractor test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, push mower models like the CM1936 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Mulching:: Reflects a combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how completely the mower distributed its clippings over the lawn's surface.
Bagging:: Denotes a combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how much clippings the bag held before it filled or the chute clogged.
Side discharging:: A combination of evenness, which is how close the mowers came to even, carpet-like mowing, and how evenly clippings were dispersed from the side-discharge chute.

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About This Brand
Black & Decker is the leading manufacturer and marketer of corded electric and electric rechargeable mowers. Black & Decker mowers are available in only sub-20-inch cutting widths and in mulching and rear-bag configurations. Black & Decker mowers are widely available online and through Home Depot, Lowe's, and Wal-Mart.
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About This Brand

Black & Decker is the leading manufacturer and marketer of corded electric and electric rechargeable mowers. Black & Decker mowers are available in only sub-20-inch cutting widths and in mulching and rear-bag configurations. Black & Decker mowers are widely available online and through Home Depot, Lowe's, and Wal-Mart.

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Features & Specs - Black & Decker CM1936
Can bag Indicates whether the mower can cut in the bagging mode. In this mode, the clippings are gathered in a removable catcher. Lawns tend to have the best appearance after cutting in this mode because the mower essentially vacuums the lawn clean and leaves very little debris behind. This advantage is offset by the need to periodically empty the catcher and dispose of the grass clippings. Can bag	Yes
Can mulch Indicates whether the mower can cut in the mulching mode. In this mode, the discharge port is closed off, and the mower re-cuts clippings until they're small enough to settle and decompose in the lawn. Cutting in this mode reduces the need to fertilize the lawn because some of the nutrients from the clippings are returned to the soil. It is also more convenient because there is no need to empty a catcher or dispose of any clippings. Certain conditions are required for successful mulching, and if these conditions are not met, many visible clippings can be left behind on the lawn. For successful mulching, one should avoid cutting more than one third of the grass's length, cutting wet grass, or cutting at too fast a pace. Can mulch	Yes
Can side discharge Indicates whether the mower can cut in the side-discharge mode. In this mode, the mower simply discharges the clippings off to the side of the mower. Depending on the length of the grass cut, this method tends to leave many visible clippings behind. This mode is preferable when cutting tall grass because the mower is less likely to clog, since the clippings are quickly removed from the deck. Can side discharge	Yes
Deck size (in.) Most models have a deck size, or cutting swath, of 20 to 22 inches. There is no significant advantage from one size to another. A larger deck can cut more grass in a single pass, but in this size range the difference is negligible. Deck size (in.)	19
Engine size For gas-powered mowers, engine size in cubic centimeters (cc) provides a rough indication of the engine's power; electric models are rated in volts (for cordless) or amperes (corded). A larger number for either a gas or electric model, however, does not necessarily result in better cutting performance. Engine size	36 volts
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By Mike the Mower

from Bremerton, Washington

5.0

BEST ELECTRIC MOWER EVER OWNED

12/1/2012

Pros

2 year warranty

Chargest Quickly

Ease of handling

Mulches great

Cons

Best Uses

Perfect For Smaller Yards

Comment:

Light enough to get up 7 steps from garage to yard yet powerful enough to cut the entire yard (although fairly small). The mulcher works very well so raking is a thing of the past. The only downside I've found is connecting the safety key/charger to the connector; finally damaged and had to take in for repairs.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

By Concerned Consumer

from Green Bay, Wisconsin

(1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

2.0

Flawed Design

8/8/2012

Pros

No gas needed

Quiet

Cons

Horrible Battery life

Best Uses

Thin Grass

Very Small Lawn

Comment:

I purchased this mower thinking I was getting a well built mower, and saving money not having to maintain a gas powered mower. I haven't owned this mower a month and I am extremely disappointed with it. I regret purchasing this mower because the 36 volt battery takes forever to charge, and only lasts for 45 - 50 minutes. With the short battery life and long charge time it takes days to mow my lawn, which is only a 1/4 of an acre in size. I am now looking at a gas powered mower.

How long have you owned it:

A month or less

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

By JBD

from Littleton, CO

(3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

1.0

It's much too heavy

6/21/2012

Pros

Nice job mulching

Cons

It's hard to manuver

It weighs a ton

Best Uses

Comment:

I had an old cordless, electric Black and Decker that I loved and literally used it until the wheels fell off. This one does a fine job mowing, but the weight of it makes it a monster to push and turn. I am returning it

How long have you owned it:

One-to-three months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

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