Starting this mower is literally as easy as plugging it in and pulling down the ignition lever--no more exhausting tugging and yanking on a stubborn starter cord. Once running, the quietness of this mower will astound those used to the noisy rumble of a gas motor. Another innovation is the method by which the mower is raised and lowered. Where once it was necessary to adjust each wheel individually, the height of the mowing platform is now controlled by a single squeeze of a single lever and is adjustable from 3/4 of an inch to 2-3/4 inches.

The only disadvantage this machine seems to have is in the power department. While there were no serious problems during our field test, thicker sections of grass did bog the blade down slightly, and it was necessary to slow down or go back over these areas in order to make a completely clean cut. The only other drawback to this mower is the presence of a power cord. While the mower handle does include a hook to help keep the cord out of the way, and the reversible handle is also helpful, some planning, practice, and care are required to avoid mowing your power source.