Today, the market for electric and gasoline lawn mowers can provide a large number of different options and models. But in the case when there is no budget for the mower, and you don’t want to mow by hand, you can make a do-it-yourself lawn mower at home from improvised parts and materials. A do-it-yourself lawn mower will significantly save money, unlike factory counterparts.

Required materials and tools

A device such as a do-it-yourself electric mower is not a daily necessity. But the presence of such a tool at home will significantly save labor costs when mowing grass. Very simple lawn mowers can even be made from an electric motor. They include the same details and functionality as the factory counterparts.

Electric lawn mowers include:

It is necessary to constantly observe the safety of work, and therefore it is necessary to install an element of emergency and automatic shutdown of the electric mower.

All electric mowers have the same operating principle. After energizing the electric motor, its shaft starts to rotate. And since the knives are fixed on the shaft, they cut the grass at high speeds of the electric motor.

Choosing the right engine

As a motor for a lawn mower, you can use an engine:

• from a vacuum cleaner;
• from the washing machine;
• from the grinder;
• from the trimmer.

If you need to mow small areas, then the engine from an old drill will be just right. It does not even need to be disassembled, it is enough just to fix it in an upright position.

A do-it-yourself lawn mower from a washing machine or a Soviet-style vacuum cleaner can be made without much effort. They have all the necessary details. An electric motor with a power of 0.5 kilowatts is considered the best option for mowing grass near a house, and the recommended number of revolutions is about three thousand. The quality of work and mowing depends on the speed of the motor, and accordingly its blades.

The longer the blades of the device, the lower the number of revolutions it can be used due to the increase in linear speed. But its power must be increased in order to cope with the increasing load. In practice, it has been proven that a device with a capacity of one kilowatt and an engine speed of one and a half thousand is sufficient for household needs. Moreover, the working plane is half a meter. In the event that the engine power is less than these indicators, then the blades need to be regularly sharpened to obtain the desired result.

If the farm only found a three-phase motor, then starting capacitors must be added to such a design. They must match the capacity of the engine. Drawings of a lawn mower from a grinder or other source materials can be easily found on the Internet or specialized literature.

Additional materials for construction

Knives are designed for direct mowing of grass. In order to make them yourself, you need to prepare steel plates up to 45 centimeters long, 3-4 centimeters wide, and 2-3 millimeters thick. Thin knives cut grass better and better, and thicker ones are more durable.

They can be made in three variations:

1. One strip that has holes exactly in the center and sharpened edges on the right sides. Its length should be between thirty and fifty centimeters.
2. The two-piece structure, which is fixed on a solid rib, is fixed with bolts.
3. Sharpened disc.

To save money, the wheels and handle material can be taken from an old stroller. When choosing the diameter of the wheels, it must be borne in mind that the distance between the ground and the blade should be no more than 5 centimeters. If possible, adjust the mower's seating height. When the cutting part of the device consists of two elements, then the indicators of maneuverability are improved, and if from 3-4, then reliability. Such wheels can also be made of plywood and mounted on a shaft with bearings.

The blade guard can be made from plywood, a steel barrel, or the body of an old washing machine. Moreover, in such an element of the lawn mower, holes must be made for the normal functioning of the electric motor and the flow of air into the closed part of the lawn mower.

The body of the washing machine can also be used to create a shroud around the blades. The motor side members are made of plywood or sheet steel. The cord for connecting the device to the network must be selected taking into account the power of the motor. Alternatively, you can take it from old devices.

In order to make a do-it-yourself lawn mower knife, as well as all other structural elements, you need to prepare the required materials in advance:

As an alternative to a grinder or jigsaw, you can use a hacksaw for metal or wood, but with small teeth. And also experts always recommend making a drawing of the device being manufactured in order to have an idea of ​​the future design.

The principles of the electric motor

Such a motor can be either single-phase, which operates from a conventional network, and three-phase, which requires additional electricity. When connecting an electric motor, you must always remember about your personal safety. For a motor operating on one phase, an RCD protection must be installed, and a three-phase motor must have appropriate capacitors.

For a home lawn mower, you can also use a drill with a speed of up to three thousand. When assembling the structure, it is necessary to correctly select the power of the mower for its swath. A cordless or electric drill mounted on a base or platform will perform its tasks efficiently and the grass will be cut.

In the process of operation, do not forget about the operating intervals, as you need to give the motor time to rest in order to avoid overheating. Such a tool will easily clear the area of ​​grass and give the lawn an attractive look. The platform on which the engine is mounted must be of the optimum size so that you can cut the grass near the wall.

Step-by-step assembly instructions

These steps will differ depending on the starting materials for your electric lawnmower. One of the most common options is to assemble the mower from an old washing machine. It will be useful to consider the step-by-step instructions for creating such a device.

Actions should take place in the following sequence:

This requires:

• install the on / off switch in a convenient place near the handle of the device;
• connect the power cable with a plug;
• RCD installation.

The collection container must be installed at the very end. It is made in the form of a box or bag.

Covering the knives with a sheath is mandatory as this will increase safety during operation. This protection must be done for the motor in order to avoid the ingress of debris and its durability and resistance.

Grinder construction

There are quite a few ways to create such an apparatus. The easiest is to bolt it to a pre-prepared platform or base.

The most common option is to assemble such a homemade product using a stroller.

This requires:

• Disassemble the stroller, but leave the base with wheels.
• Prepare a board that will fit on the wheel axles.
• Fix it.
• Attach the grinder to the board with ties or clamps.
• You need to install blades or fishing line on the grinder.
• Attach the switch to the handle.

This design can be equipped with a protective cover so that the grass does not fly to the sides, or a container for collecting waste.

Throughout history, self-taught craftsmen have already come up with a lot of models of home-made cars. They differ in the shape of the assembly and the complexity of the design. More advanced models have the function of adjusting the mowing height, etc. You need to make a mower with your own hands so that safety is paramount. The button for turning on the mechanism must be set in such a way that the device turns off immediately after it is released.

In order to learn how to make a do-it-yourself mower, sometimes it takes a lot of ingenuity. At the scrap metal assembly points, you can always find a discarded frame from the corners. Less often, but you can still find wheels on a hinge, preferably at an angle of 180 degrees. But even if it was not possible to find such a frame, it can be easily welded from scrap materials.

The working shaft moves due to the belt transmission from the saw itself to the pulleys, on which the fishing line is attached. This design will last for many years without the need for additional maintenance. This option is more difficult to manufacture, since it has a two-wheel frame and two rotary cutters. On the other hand, it also has its advantages, since its performance is much higher than that of conventional self-propelled vehicles.

Self-production of the apparatus and ingenuity, of course, is a reason to be proud of your invention. But it must also be remembered that collective design decisions will always be better reflected in the quality and safety of the design.

The advantages of homemade devices include:

• saving money on the purchase of the necessary materials at a low price instead of a new tool;
• use of a tool that has no marketable appearance, but has not lost its functionality;
• self-assembly allows you to always improve the invention, as well as know its design perfectly.

In this model, the height is not adjustable, and due to this, the lawn is not always able to mow evenly. And also the disadvantage is the lack of a container for collecting grass, which automatically increases human labor costs. A heavy self-assembly tool can sometimes ruin the lawn with its weight. This is an objective factor in favor of choosing a factory model instead of self-assembly.

A lawn mower with a washing machine engine sounds more than strange at first glance. But if you think about it, then there is nothing strange about it. A lawn mower is inherently a fairly simple device, which, however, is fabulously expensive in the store. Yes, it's not even about money, but in principle. If you are an experienced self-made man or want to become one, then why pay someone for a ready-made lawn mower when you can do it yourself, especially since there is a full garage of the necessary spare parts.

About homemade functionality

Some will say: "wow, a homemade lawn mower, it's not safe, and it will be less useful than a branded product!" In fact, these statements are nothing more than the prejudices of idlers who are afraid to take a screwdriver with pliers in their hands once again, let alone a more or less serious tool. If you do everything right, a homemade lawn mower will be no worse, and in some ways even better than the factory models - for the price, for sure.

The power of the lawn mower will be enough to mow the grass without any problems, and the body can be made very compact so that from now on such a hand-made unit will be easier to store. Operational safety issues can also be questioned, because even when using a factory lawn mower, you can get hurt. Here a lot depends not on the adaptation, but on the person who uses such a device.

A homemade lawn mower, the design of which we will offer in this publication, is no more dangerous than equipment from the world's leading companies.

Required parts and tools

So, if you are determined to make your first lawn mower with your own hands, you need to remember that you first need to collect the necessary parts and tools, and only then tinker with your plans. Let's talk about materials first.

• The collector motor from an old washing machine. This is the main part of the lawn mower. Experts advise to take the engine as powerful as possible. Better not even from a washing machine, but from a Soviet-style centrifuge.

If you don’t have a powerful engine, it doesn’t matter, the lawn mower will still be quite functional.

In addition to the main parts, you will need a certain amount of fasteners: studs, bolts, nuts, washers, well, by the way, everything is as usual. Now let's say a few words about the required set of tools.

1. Various open-end and socket wrenches.
2. Electric welding.
3. Drill.
4. Measuring tools.
5. Multimeter.
6. Bulgarian.
7. Marker.
8. Hammer.
9. Pliers.
10. Screwdrivers.
11. Soldering iron.

Progress

Well, let's get started. If, in the process of making a lawn mower with your own hands, you realize that some parts are missing or it is better to take others instead of some parts, it does not matter, this is normal. After all, when you make something with your own hands, you get involved in the creative process and you yourself do not notice how you are improving the initial project. In your case, the same will happen. But let's not "delve into philosophy", but get down to business.

The first thing we will do with our own hands is to make a trolley chassis, to which we need to attach wheels. The chassis should be located just off the ground because we are making a lawn mower, not a garden rubbish cart.

In the center of the platform we cut a round hole so that the motor shaft passes through it and there is some gap left. We put the engine with the shaft down so that the shaft goes into the prepared hole. We outline a place on the platform for the engine frame.

When the engine is installed on a platform, it is easier to mark the location under its frame.

We fold the frame from the corners and weld them to each other. In order for the engine to “sit” securely in this frame, you can additionally fasten it with a special clamp - there is no need to weld the engine body to the frame. Next, install the lawn mower handle. It can be welded, but it is better to bolt it to the corners so that the mower can then be disassembled if necessary.

Now we need to connect the motor. In this case, it is better to install the starting capacitor and other electrics in a special plastic box. If the box is not at hand, you can take a regular plastic bottle. Such a bottle can be attached to the engine itself, but it is better to place the switch on the handle of the mower, for added convenience.

Now we fix a suitable sleeve on the motor shaft, put a knife or a cutting disc on it and fix it. In this case, it is important that the knife is at the correct height and is securely fastened. In order for the knife to fit onto the sleeve, you may need to drill a hole in it - see for yourself. That's it, the electric lawn mower is ready, now all you have to do is connect it to the mains and arrange the first mowing of your lawn.

Security measures

When using a homemade lawn mower, be careful. Do not turn on the appliance in the rain or when the grass has not yet dried. In factory lawn mowers, all electrical wires are securely insulated and the engine is enclosed in a waterproof casing. In our case, if we decide to mow the grass in the rain or after it, electric shock cannot be avoided.

Do not pass the mower to children, or use it near children or pets at play. Before mowing the lawn, make sure that there are no foreign objects in the grass: children's toys, stones, garden hoses, etc. If the knife gets stuck during operation, do not reach into it until you have disconnected the power to the mower. Be sensible and everything will be fine!

Tired of mowing grass in a suburban area with a hand scythe? Then you have two choices: buy a factory-assembled lawnmower or make one yourself. From the point of view of economy, the second option is more preferable, and I am ready to tell you how a lawn mower is assembled with my own hands from old parts.

Description of the assembly process

An electric lawn mower consists of:

1. Frame, on which all functional elements are installed;
2. Engine providing rotation of the working part of the mower;
3. Knives, carrying out mowing of grass;
4. Casing protecting the operator's legs;
5. Wheels allowing you to move the mower around the site during operation;
6. Control knobs giving control over the apparatus;
7. Fragments of the power supply system, which include an RCD (residual current device) and a cord with a plug.

Step # 1: make the frame

To make a do-it-yourself lawnmower, you first need a frame:

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	We select the material. The ideal option as a raw material for creation will be a metal sheet with a thickness of 2-3 mm.
	We cut metal. If the sheet is too large, then it should be cut with a grinder. For the undertaking under consideration, a square with a side of 500 mm is quite suitable.
	Making a hole. In the middle of the resulting section, you will need a through hole for the motor shaft. It can be done in two ways: Insert a special crown into the drill and drill the required opening. But such a nozzle is not cheap, and it is irrational to buy it specifically for solving the only one described problem; Drill around the circumference of the holes with an ordinary metal drill, and then knock out the circle formed inside.

Step number 2: select and install the engine

Homemade electric lawn mowers can be equipped with motors that can be found in the household:

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	Vacuum cleaner. An electromechanical lawn mower is the second life of an old vacuum cleaner.
	Bulgarian. A frame-mounted angle grinder can also be the driving force behind the blades of a homemade lawn mower.
	Drill. And even drills are adapted for mowing grass.
	Chainsaw. In this case, you will get a gasoline lawn mower, which will free you from wires and sockets, but will tie you to the purchase of gasoline.
	Washer. Another representative of household appliances, which is very often used by home craftsmen. As you can see from the photo, the drawings were not used during the assembly, the price of the parts is insignificant.

The power and the number of revolutions should be selected in accordance with the length of the knives to be installed. So, for example, for a capture of 400-500 mm, the following parameters will be sufficient:

• Engine power- 1 kW;
• Rpm – 1500.

If the knives are shorter, then the motor will also need a more powerful and with a large number of revolutions per minute.

You should also pay attention to the mount:

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	Flange motor. We put it in its original position on the frame plate; We mark the mounting holes; We drill them with a drill; We fasten the motor with bolts.
	Conventional engine. We install from the side of the future handles two corners directed vertically upwards at a distance from each other equal to the distance between the ears of the motor mounts; We drill holes in them; We put the engine in its original position and bolt it to the corners.

The mounting system of a conventional engine can be improved. To do this, it is enough to drill several holes in the corners at different heights. Then the motor, if necessary, can be raised or lowered, thereby changing the height of the mowed grass.

Step # 3: making and fixing the knives

For a knife, if the lawn mower is made with your own hands, a 2 mm hacksaw blade is perfect for wood.

I want to dwell on the thickness separately:

• Thin the knife cuts the grass better;
• Thick the knife withstands blows on stones better.

Therefore, consider the features of your site when choosing this parameter.

The instruction for turning a hacksaw into a working part of a lawn mower looks like this:

1. We cut the canvas in accordance with the dimensions of the frame. In our case, it is 400 mm;
2. In the middle, we drill or punch a hole for the engine shaft with a punch;
3. We sharpen the edges from opposite sides in accordance with the rotation of the motor;

If, for each half of the knife, the sides are bent along the cutting edge, as is done in the factory models, then during the operation of the device the cut grass will be blown out from under the mower.

1. We fasten the resulting knife to the engine shaft from the underside of the frame.

For fastening, be sure to use a spring washer and a lock nut, otherwise the vibration will cause the blades to loosen and fly off the shaft.

Step # 4: attach a protective cover

The protective cover is a metal strip rolled into a ring and installed under the frame around the knives. Thanks to it, the operator's feet are not threatened by debris flying out from under the mower, or by accidentally unscrewing and jumping off the shaft of knives.

Manufacturing process:

1. Cut out from a metal sheet a strip with a width of 150-200 mm. If you have an old cylindrical washing machine on your farm, then to obtain the desired steel ring, you can cut off part of its body;

1. Bend into the ring. In this case, it is necessary that there is a hole on the side through which the cut grass will be thrown out. Here you can even adapt the grass catcher for the lawn mower supplied by the factory models.

Step number 5: select and install the wheels

As for the wheels, here it is important to decide on two main points:

1. Quantity... Two wheels provide maximum maneuverability for the mower. Three or four give a more accurate distance to the ground, thereby allowing you to cut the grass more evenly;

1. Height... Calculate so that the knives end up at a height of 50-60 mm above the ground. By placing them higher, you will simply bend the grass, and not mow, and lower - you run the risk of crashing the working part into the ground on uneven terrain.

Step number 6: select and install the handles

There is absolute freedom for your imagination. The main thing is that two rules are observed:

1. Acceptable height... The handles should be at a level that allows you to hold onto them without bending over. Otherwise, you will get back pain even before you finish tidying up the lawn;

1. Correct location... If you are assembling a lawnmower with three wheels, then the handles must be installed on the side of the two. Then you can easily turn the machine by simply lifting the front wheel.

A handle from an old wheelbarrow or stroller can solve this problem.

Step 7: install the power system elements

Approach the manufacture of a lawn mower responsibly in terms of arranging the power supply, since electric shock is the second greatest danger during its operation after the possibility of knives flying out.

Stick to the following rules:

1. Lift up the cord... Secure with electrical tape along the handle - this will protect it from debris flying out from under the unit;

1. Install the trigger button on the handle;

1. Insulate thoroughly all wire connections. This is especially true for the connection point of the RCD.

Conclusion

You have seen the step-by-step assembly of a homemade lawn mower. The video in this article contains additional material related to the topic discussed. In the comments, you can ask any questions you are interested in.

Hello lovers of tinkering, spring has already come, which means that soon the grass that will need to be mowed will actively climb. A lawn mower will do this beautifully without much effort. You can make such a useful tool with your own hands if you have a motor from a washing machine. Of course, the power of such a machine will not be enough to mow the jungle up to the chest, but you can always trim the grass. Homemade products are easy to assemble and do not require expensive materials. If you are interested in the project, I suggest studying it in more detail!

Materials and tools used

List of materials:
- the engine from an old washing machine (more powerful is better);
- iron corners;
- bolts with nuts;
- shaped pipe;
- iron plates;
- 3 wheels for carts;
- round timber;
- iron sheet (for the shield);
- cable, electrical tape.

Tool list:
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- lathe;
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- roulette;
- marker;
- spanners;
- tap for threading.

Lawn mower manufacturing process:

Step one. Frame
First of all, we will make the main part of the frame, it will be square or rectangular. To make the frame, you need an iron corner, cut it, and then weld the structure. We clean the welded seams with a grinder so that everything looks neat.

Now the frame is ready, we will put the wheels on it so that the lawnmower can ride. It is better to choose wheels with a large diameter, so the mower will better pass obstacles. We drill holes for the fastening of the wheels and fasten them with bolts and nuts. Each such wheel can rotate 360 ​​degrees. However, only the front wheel can be rotated.

Step two. Knife
Next, we make a knife, and we will start with an adapter that will allow you to remove the knife for replacement or sharpening. Remove the pulley from the engine shaft and grind the adapter out of the round timber. In the round timber, you need to drill a hole and cut a thread for the bolt, which will screw the knife.

Well, then we make the knife ourselves, here the author used an iron plate, but it is better to use steel so that the knife will keep sharpening longer. We drill a hole in the center of the workpiece and then you can sharpen the knife. We work with a grinder using a thick grinding disc or a petal attachment.

Step three. Engine mount
In the next step, we have to install the engine on the frame, for this we make fasteners from an iron plate. As a result, the fasteners should look like the letter "P". We drill holes in the fasteners; it will be attached to the frame with bolts and nuts. Thanks to several rows of holes, it will be possible to adjust the height of the location of the knife. In the center of the bracket, we drill a hole for the engine shaft, and also figure out how to securely fix it, it all depends on the shape of the engine body and the mounting possibilities.

Step four. Handle and assembly
Let's make a handle for a lawn mower, here we need a piece of round and a piece of a profile pipe. We just weld the steering wheel in the right place, depending on your height, so that it is comfortable.

Also in this step, you can install the motor in its place and attach the knife to the motor. It is important that the knife is fixed securely and does not fly anywhere if it suddenly comes off.

Step five. Finishing touches
In the end, we make a guard for the lawn mower, it is necessary so that pieces of grass, sticks or even stones do not fly at you. A piece of sheet metal is suitable for the shield, install it on the lawn mower.

Next, we pass the cable along the frame of the lawn mower to the steering wheel. We choose a good cable with good insulation so that you do not get an electric shock. It is also helpful to install a switch on the steering wheel so that the mower can be quickly turned off in case of emergency. The author installs the outlet as a switch.

Regular lawn maintenance stimulates the growth and development of green cover, making the grass thicker and more even. It is difficult to mow the lawn without additional tools, especially if we are not talking about a patch around the house, but about a spacious lawn. In order not to buy ready-made equipment, you can assemble the lawn mower yourself. In the article, we will tell you in detail how to make it out of a broken washing machine.

How the mower works

Electric mowers are quite simple in their device. All mechanisms are connected in a specific order, which ensures stable operation.

Rotary mechanism drawing

Homemade lawn mower design: 1 - knife; 2 - support frame; 3 - protective visor; 4 - wheels; 5 - motor mounting rack; 6 - electric motor; 7 - switch; 8 - handle; 9 - flange for attaching a lawn mower knife; 10 - lattice

The package includes the following items:

• electric motor;
• frame;
• knife elements;
• chassis;
• control handle.

The motor is fixed on the wheel frame, a deck is attached to its lower area, a handle is installed on one side.

Unlike a do-it-yourself lawn mower from a grinder, factory modifications meet the rules of safety and convenience, in addition, they may have the following components in the design:

• grass collector;
• mechanism for mulching;
• protective device against wear of knife elements;
• handle with height adjustment function.

Before making a lawn mower with your own hands, you need to understand the principle of operation, which in this case is the same for all devices. The motor drives the output shaft, it also produces revolutions and transfers them to the cutting parts. This is how lawn mowers from the Friendship chainsaw, washing machine or factory devices function.

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Which engine to choose

The type of power unit directly depends on the area planned for processing, its relief. As a rule, home craftsmen do not go through the options and use any motor that is in electrical or household equipment. For a do-it-yourself lawn mower, the following options are suitable:

• washing machine engine;
• trimmer motor;
• vacuum cleaner;
• electric drills;
• grinders.

Also, a gasoline power unit from a chainsaw will serve as an excellent basis. The most optimal motor is an asynchronous type, capable of producing more than 3000 revolutions per minute. The higher this value is, the better the hand-made lawn mower will cut from a chainsaw, trimmer or other equipment.

A drill with a speed of 1500-3000 rpm is quite suitable for an electric one.

The larger the bevel width, the worse it will affect the uniformity of the resulting surface. For example, for a working width of 50 cm, a power unit of 1.5 kW and 1500 rpm is required.

Knife device - material and shape

The simplest and most effective option is a horizontal two-blade knife.

Knife attachment unit: a) - sleeve; b) - single knife; c - double when the engine is installed at least 2850 rpm.

For correct operation, it is necessary to observe the dimensions and proportions of the knives, as well as to center them so as not to create backlash during runout.

To make it you need:

• prepare a steel bar with dimensions corresponding to the grip of a homemade mower - 300-500 mm and a width of 2-5 cm;
• on the front, you need to sharpen yourself at an angle of 60o;
• the back is bent by a few millimeters.

Such a lawnmower layout will allow you to create an even mowing and laying of the cut grass.

Body and mowing shield

The frame of the device will simultaneously serve as a holder for the knife element and as a housing for all equipment. The simplest way to equip a homemade lawn mower with a body is a ready-made version:

• large frying pan;
• shallow pelvis;
• the bottom of the pan.

In the prepared lawn mower knife, you need to create a hole for mounting the motor shaft.

Wheel and crank dimensions

The diameter of the wheelset directly depends on the topography of the plantation and the required cutting height. Landscaping experts say that the most optimal value for a lawn is 50-60 mm. It should also be borne in mind that when setting a large parameter, the grass is mowed unevenly, and in the opposite case, the passage of a lawn mower with small wheels will be difficult.

As for the number of wheels, they are chosen exclusively at the request of the master. But there are important factors to keep in mind:

• 3-4-wheeled modifications are the most stable on different reliefs, while they provide the same cutting height, which makes the lawn equally trimmed;
• a home-made lawn mower from a running gear with two wheels is a maneuverable option that allows you to mow grass in difficult areas, but here you need to create a special drawing of the frame that will protect the knife from contact with the ground;
• The 3-wheel variation, where two wheels are closer to the operator and one in front, is less stable but more agile.

The handle is also made by hand. It is enough to weld pipes with a diameter of 2-3 cm. You can also borrow a handle from an old cart.

There is an option of how you can make a lawn mower with your own hands from a washing machine. The redesigned model will calmly cope with a plot of up to 5 acres. But here it should be borne in mind that such a device does not tolerate increased loads, therefore, during operation, it must be periodically disconnected from the network.

What parts are needed:

• an asynchronous electric motor - a motor from a Soviet washing machine with a power of more than 200 W is perfect;
• semiautomatic washing machine switch;
• wheels with a diameter of 100 mm;
• steel strip with a width of 5 cm and a length of 300-500 mm, depending on the width of the coverage;
• steel sheet with parameters 30x50 cm;
• profile branch pipe for the handle;
• steel corner for the frame;
• 3-core electric wire with a plug;
• fasteners - nuts, bolts and studs.

As a washing machine, it is meant to use only an electric motor together with a start relay

In addition to the details for creating an electric lawn mower with your own hands, you will need to prepare tools:

• keys of all types and sizes;
• electric drill;
• welder;
• multimeter;
• pliers;
• Bulgarian;
• soldering machine;
• hammer;
• level, etc.

Stages of work

1. We make a frame for a trimmer with our own hands

A frame must be welded from metal corners, taking into account the width of the knife element. Make a hole in the platform through which the engine shaft will come out.

On two parts of the frame, you need to fix the running struts and attach the platform to the base. Further, an arc is mounted on the front side of the body, which will act as a protection for ornamental garden plants from accidental cutting.

1. We make a knife for a homemade design

On the metal segment, the boundaries of the cutter should be marked, after which, according to the drawing, it is required to sharpen the blade cutter. Next, a hole is drilled in the center to fix it to the motor shaft.

1. We make the handle

Choose the most suitable height, approximately 90 cm and based on these data, cut the metal pipes, weld the U-shaped handle from them. It is recommended to wrap the working part with insulating tape or put on a rubberized casing.

1. We connect all the components

The wheels must be fastened to the side parts of the chassis. The power unit is mounted on a platform, with the shaft protruding through the hole to the base of the homemade lawn mower. A knife element is fixed to the shaft; it must be carefully centered and balanced so that it cannot be skewed as a result of work.

The motor is covered with a protective cover, in which several holes must be made to prevent overheating. Connect the electric wire to the engine, check all connections for continuity and try to make the first start.

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