Answers to questions about the AMP™ Rider electric mower
1. Will it work on my lawn?
The AMP Rider electric mower works best on lawns less than an acre in size with
standard grasses and even terrain.
2. How powerful is the mower?
The AMP Rider electric mower has a 4.0 hp traction or drive motor and two 1.7 hp
cutting motors. It delivers power comparable to a conventional rear engine rider.
3. Is it a hybrid?
No. The AMP Rider electric mower is 100% electric.
4. How long will it cut before
it needs to be recharged?
Depending on the terrain, length of grass and moisture, the AMP Rider electric mower
can cut continuously for up to 75 minutes.
5. Do I have to buy a battery
charger?
No. The AMP Rider electric mower comes with a 5-amp charger. If you want a quicker
charge, there is an optional 48V 20-amp charger available.
6. How long does it take to recharge
the batteries?
The AMP Rider electric mower can be recharged in 16 hours. With an optional 20-amp
charger, the mower can be recharged in five hours.
7. Is it quieter than a gas mower?
Noise tests have consistently shown the AMP Rider electric mower delivers more than
a 50% reduction in noise.
8. Will I get stranded in the
middle of mowing if I run out of a charge?
You will not be stranded in the middle of mowing due to the fact the battery voltage
on the AMP Rider electric mower is constantly monitored. When the voltage reaches
a low level, the blades will automatically turn off. However, the traction motor
will continue to run, allowing you to drive back to your charger before the batteries
are exhausted.
9. What maintenance is required?
The AMP Rider electric mower requires virtually no maintenance. There are no mower
belts, no oil changes required, and no off-season storage preparation. The blades
will need to be sharpened on average every two years depending on the volume of
mowing you do. The single hydrostatic belt will last season after season. Battery
life and run time will begin to deteriorate after 200 charge/discharge cycles and
will need to be replaced.
10. Where will I be able to get
the mower serviced?
In every community where the AMP Rider electric mower is sold, there is a Certified
Dealer trained to do the service work.
11. What about the cost and the
ROI?
The AMP Rider electric mower is selling for $3,299 MSRP and is available at HomeDepot.com
and at Certified Dealers across the country. We estimate that with a gallon of gas
costing $3/gal and with weekly mowing, the average consumer would save $120/year
on fuel costs and avoid additional costs for oil and tune-ups.
12. How many dealers will be selling
the mower and can we find one at Home Depot or similar stores?
The AMP Rider electric mower is just now hitting the market. Consumers can buy the
mower through HomeDepot.com and through our network of Certified Dealers. Consumers
can find the nearest location at www.ampbyariens.com.