EGO Power Plus 21-inch Mower Repair

First I want to say I absolutely LOVE this EGO 56V Cordless Self-Propelled Mower Model LM2100SP. I've had it since June of 2017 and it has worked flawlessly. So this week when I went to mow the lawn and mulch leaves, I was really surprised when it did not start. However, after examining and troubleshooting I found the problem and wanted to share how I fixed it with you.
Please note that EGO mowers have a limited 3 and 5-year warranty and you should check with the manufacturer to see if you are covered by this warranty.
The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars.
Home Depot does not show this model available any longer but here is a link at Low's:
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Amazon
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SAFETY NOTE: Please be sure to remove the battery when working on your mower and keep hands and feet away from the blade at all times.
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Enjoy!
Lynne
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[@jrgtxus99]

You have my respect and absolute gratitude. Thank you for your dedication to finding answers then sharing your results. I also want to thank you for your ability to explain in sequence and detail without repeating information, changing information and all of the information in video as it relates to the most important information WITHOUT SPENDING UNNECESSARY TIME. You are a KZbin gem.

[@mi-tinker]

Many thanks!!

[@marcoalves605]

Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower kzbin.infoUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it helped!!

[@mfehln9713]

My mower is back up and running thanks to your excellent video!!! I was able to diagnose the issue using the jumper-wire. However, I inspected the wiring for breaks, but all looked good. I was then able to determine the pins in the connector weren’t making full contact. After lightly bending the pins down in the male end of the connector, I was able to stop and restart my motor consistently. I wouldn’t have gotten to this level of troubleshooting had it not been for your video.

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it helped! Hope you will subscribe!

[@knitnoodle]

I just repaired my mower, thanks to you! Your video is far superior to any of the others I saw. Thank you for a very excellent view of the wire harness, and exactly where to put the jumper wire. You’re the best!

[@mi-tinker]

Great to hear! Thanks for watching. Hope you will subscribe!

[@jasonmcconnell5339]

Cheers! You just saved me a bunch of money on a new mower. I was at a loss. You have a calmness about you that helped give me the confidence to dive in fix the wires. You’ve got a new subscriber and fan for sure!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Jason, thanks for the great feedback! Much appreciated!! Glad it helped you!

[@colo5220]

I want to thank you so much for showing me how to fix my Ego lawn mower. I have viewed many mumbo-jumbo KZbin videos, and none of them are direct, straightforward, and to the point like yours. "Thank You" You just saved me about $500.

[@mi-tinker]

Great to hear!

[@BruceWarnerFrederick]

4:26 awesome video and the solution worked like a charm ! My Ego is an LM2100/2102SP purchased March 2017 and also worked flawlessly until now. One thing that would be helpful is to add that the wire for the jumper should be solid (not stranded) 18 AWG. Same wire used on doorbells.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching and the comments! A lot of folks ask about the wire. It is all outlined in the description. The fix in this vid still going strong 2 seasons later…Cheers!

[@BruceWarnerFrederick]

@@mi-tinker Sorry I missed the wire size in the description ! I hope that’s the only issue I have with my Ego. Thanks again !

[@mi-tinker]

@@BruceWarnerFrederick no worries, glad it helped. I appreciate the kind words! I’ve really enjoyed my mower as well... It is now at least 5 years old if not 6!

[@brianbanks3044]

i love how you diagnosed it and figured out why it didn't work....sometimes people tell you how to fix something but if you know WHY it works, that helps so much more...great video!!!!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Brian, thanks for watching and for the awesome feedback. Much appreciated!

[@davidmcvay7019]

Thank you! You showed me how to repair my (mostly well designed) Ego mower. I watched 4 other helpful KZbin videos before yours. Your video is efficiently edited and worded. Ego sent me an email that allows me to bring the mower to their (only) warranty repair shop in Georgia - an hour drive away. A two-hour round trip to bring the mower there and then a two-hour trip to bring it back weeks later. With the possibility a technician may return the mower with new problems. My lowest risk solution was to repair my mower as you explained. Thank you for your excellent, efficient work.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for your kind words and thanks for watching…much appreciated!!!

[@Kelron2]

Ditto ditto ditto, just used your fix and my 92 year old Dad is elated! Bravo!! Had to remind him it’s raining and he has to wait till tomorrow! LOL! CANT THANK YOU ENOUGH!

[@mi-tinker]

Wonderful!! Thanks for watching!

[@edcreaden681]

Fixed mine in less than 15 minutes thanks to your video. Thank you! I want to add that when I thought my mower may need warranty repair (mine is same as your model that I purchased in 2018) I went online and saw endless reviews about how horrible (worse than horrible) the EGO customer service has been this past 18 months. We all understand that times have been tough, but from what I read, if I wasn't able to fix this myself, I was going to go with a different brand for replacement.

[@mi-tinker]

Awesome, glad it helped. Thanks for watching!

[@gregorykazian804]

Mine had the same problem, I just replaced the wires from the pivot point to the connector and it fixed the issue and still has the safety feature, The big clicking relay that is visible is the relay for the drive wheels only, so when the handle is folded the drive wheels won't engage. Thanks for your video.

[@mi-tinker]

Did u tape your fix? Be great to see it! Thanks!

[@jamesblakley8803]

My mower is 8 years old. Always worked until this year. Sometimes worked, and then not. I have taken it all apart, due to watching videos. Nothing worked and noticed today, runs with blade off, and not with blade on. I finally saw your video. Thank you, you are SMART.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for your feedback! Yes, I've had the same problem with after blade sharpening. It did not work. I had to take the blade off and put back on again. then it worked. It must be another safety feature.

[@bigtuna84]

This worked like a charm. I have zero wiring skills and was able to figure this out. I felt like MacGyver! You saved me a 2 hour round trip to the nearest repair shop. Thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it helped!

[@granthoward7978]

Thank you for this video. I have the same mower. It failed to start April 2021. I took off the protective case to look at the electronics and was completely lost. I took it to Home Depot. They shipped it off and called me 2 weeks later saying it’ll be $400 to fix and my warranty was voided because I removed the protective case. I found your video and told them to not repair, but send it back. They lost some of my mower (protective case and screws). It’s been a complete hassle dealing with Home Depot but finally got my mower back, 8 weeks later (still waiting for my case and screws- they’re gonna call me when they find them). But you’re technique worked! It started right up. I felt obligated to thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Grant, Thanks much for your feedback... What an ordeal you've been through!! I'm so glad the video helped you and your mower is working again. Your thoughtful comments are greatly appreciated!! :-) Lynne

[@Charliebdrummer]

While I was on hold with EGO I watched this video. Then I hung up. Mine had the same problem and I used your fix. Thanks!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Charlie, I'm glad the video helped you! Happy Mowing!!

[@irishhandyman2009]

Thank you for sharing your fix. My 3 yo Ego started this exact same problem about a week ago. I'll be using your suggestion to get mine up and running again. Like you, I figured out the problem was in the handle extension and I was dreading digging into that joint to try to repair or replace the micro switch. Your jumper bypass is way easier. Other than the switch in the handle wearing out, my Ego is a great mower. In 3 yrs of a lot of use and this is my only problem, Ill take it. Had gas mowers that were a PITA within the first year.

[@mi-tinker]

Hi John, I do like my EGO mower indeed. It is Quiet and, except for this issue, started every time, which I can not say about any gas mower I've owned over the years. I'm happy not to be yanking on the cord, wearing ear protection, and changing oil! The jumper fix is still working great this summer. We are now storing the mower (while not in use) with the handle in the mowing position (not folded) to prolong the wire harness life. I'm hoping to get many more years out of the mower. Hope you do too!

[@aaronhand2530]

Had the same issue and used your fix/workaround. Thank you for the clear instructions. They told me I was out of warranty, but this is a terrible design (bordering on a defect, IMHO) for such a high end (and priced) product.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching and leaving a comment! I hope you will subscribe!

[@lilaaud269]

This procedure worked perfectly for us. Thank you so much! I love the mower but agree with Thomas Kelly that it is over-engineered a bit. A great solution to a puzzling problem. The only caution is that when we do things like this we may void any warranty. Also, remember to make certain the big relay underneath the housing is in place. When we first tested the bridge we forgot, so the mower wouldn't start. Rookie mistake on our part. You saved us $$!

[@mi-tinker]

You're welcome glad it helped!

[@factoroner]

Thanks, MI Tinker. I Just used mine for the 1st time since 2018. It's been in the shed in It's folded position. Battery Inside home, proper conditions & charged to 50%, 60%, 50% just to maintain balance. So today I go out install full battery, power to lights/wheels, but no blade motor. I opened it like you did, and to my surprise. Two connections not only was it disconnected, it was cut. I had to make wire splices, wow, out of the box. I never used it, I took a video of before & after to show EGO warranty department. Loved how you diagnosed the problem, great troubleshooting techniques.

[@mi-tinker]

Sorry you had the problems with your wiring... Glad the video helped!

[@NuviapaulSpencevillamizar]

Thank you! I watched three videos on this, of descending duration and increasing skill levels. Yours was the briefest and clearest explanation and solution. I think you had the clearest understanding of the electronics as the other two rewired the whole relay.

[@mi-tinker]

You're very welcome! I'm glad this helped you out and thank you for leaving this great comment... much appreciated!

[@Yabadabdo]

Piling on to the chorus of accolades. You saved me more than a buck or two. Your clear explanation allowed me to diagnose the issue as similar and fix it. Thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

You are welcome!!

[@CDArnoldMusic]

Woooah this fixed it for me too! Those dang pinched cables. Thanks a lot! Got the mower for $50 and started jostling cables. Got it running for a bit, but then it stopped again. This brought it all back to life. 🎉 Thanks!

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it worked for you. They are nice mowers. I hope mine keeps working for another 5 years!

[@waymor2460]

Just picked up the new Ego 2156, my first battery mower. Only used it for 1 cut but I love it. Quiet, plenty of power, much lighter so I rarely use the self propel, and very little vibration compared to gas mower. Hopefully Ego has addressed the pinch point issue in the handle with the latest models but I saved your video just in case. Well done, cheers.

[@mi-tinker]

Still really love mine... in comparison to a noisy gas mower. Hope you love yours as well!

[@jerryduncan1496]

You are awesome !!! Now I can get my 1st E-go out of shed and fix it , same exact symptoms!! I loved that mower so much I bought another !! Thank you so much for this insight. Wish you were in my neighbor hood!!!!

[@mi-tinker]

LOL!!! Thanks for this feedback... Made my day!😊

[@mi-tinker]

That is great! I love my mower as well after 7 years. Good handling. Quiet. Starts every time.

[@HonorTheTree]

I have the same situation! Ego warranty sent me a new mower as a replacement, which I sold and bought a higher-end model. I've been keeping this one around because I couldn't part with it for the $50 I figured I would get with it not running.

[@LordGwydion]

I know this is old but I so appreciate you! I just had to buy a new double oven today as ours has broken twice. Then my mower wouldn't start (you can't make this stuff up). I watched your video and tried to replicate but the spare wire I have was too thick. So, I used a staple (literally) as my jumper, wrapped it in electrical tape and it started and ran just fine! I'll probably get a better jumper wire later but it worked! Thanks again.

[@mi-tinker]

Sounds like you needed that win! Glad it worked!

[@RT300Z1]

Warranty just expired. Stopped working 2 days ago, after 5 years of great use. Going to try your technique. Will keep you posted. Thank you so much for posting this. Don't want to have to buy another if not needd.

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Ray, Bummer on not working. Mine is still working after this fix now over a year ago, just used it today for first time this Spring... yes, please let me know if you get it up and running!

[@RT300Z1]

@@mi-tinker ~ thanks for response. Yes will let you know as to outcome. Something tells me everything will work out great.

[@jorgeaguayo455]

This saved my mower! Thank you for this video! I didn’t have an extra wire so I cut the other side of the connect and joined the red and black wire together and that worked for me!

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks Jorge, way to go on using the existing wire! I hope you will subscribe it will help grow the channel!

[@gengisk3279]

First lawn mower. Ever. Learning everything prior to using. Thanks for video on the wiring. Less fear now.

[@mi-tinker]

Congrats. I think you will enjoy the mower. I'm on year 4 and still really enjoy mine!

[@obacklasho]

so, just bringing the handle close to close and starting it in that position helped. Brand new mower. Thank you for this work-around.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching, liking and subscribing!

[@ManuelRamirez-dq7cv]

Very, very impressed 👏👌👍!!! I had the same problem, thanks for showing how to resolve this issue.

[@mi-tinker]

You're welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@waynebutler7089]

Very good troubleshooting. After searching I discovered the same thing. A small jumper solved my problem. Hopefully EGO will look at these comments and design a permanent fix.

[@mi-tinker]

That would be great if they did!

[@Qbean]

Brilliant fix for EGO that had the same problem. Thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

You are welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video!!

[@brendaleuschenfarkas2971]

This is exactly what's going on with my mower. Thanks! (Before I proceed, I'll check my warranty - don't want to void.)

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching. Hope your warranty covers it!

[@Lori5564]

Thank you for your video and very helpful technique for this problem. My mower is up and running again. Much gratitude from Florida 😎

[@mi-tinker]

Awesome. Thanks for watching!!

[@wiredawg2005]

Great troubleshooting and repairing vid, thanks for posting.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks. Glad you liked it!

[@Mowers11]

Great job when I picked up this exact mower from the side of the road and I look forward to seeing if I can fix it.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks good luck on the fix. Hope you will subscribe! Let us know!

[@noelbailey156]

Brilliant! The handle extension bypass absolutely fixed the issue I was having, thank you SO much, saved me so much time and frustration. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@mi-tinker]

You are very welcome! Glad it worked. I hope you will subscribe!!

[@ED-es2qv]

Nicely done. Thank you. My self propel quit, so I will open the wires to look like you did.

[@mi-tinker]

Let us know if you figure it out! Thanks for watching!

[@db3170]

Great information...FYI Continuity test could prevent you from tearing into the wiring harness unnecessarily so with a multimeter thank you again

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching. I’d love to learn more about electrical...and using a multimeter.

[@jeffmorgenroth]

This worked for me in a jiffy; thanks so much for the clearly explained and practical fix :)

[@mi-tinker]

You are welcome! Thanks for watching, I hope you will subscribe!

[@andrewsoliz4675]

Great video got my mower goin right away with that jumper wire..... Thank You!

[@mi-tinker]

Awesome. Glad this worked for you! Thanks for watching!

[@mr88cet]

Good stuff! I hope your bypass has high enough current capacity!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Gary, thanks for your comment. Can you flush it out a little more? You thinking the wire gauge might be too thin? Please Share possible ramifications. Always good to learn something! FYI I’ve been using this fix since last fall and still working well… again thanks for leaving your comments and chance to learn something new!

[@mr88cet]

@@mi-tinker, yeah, that’s what I’m wondering. I don’t claim to know. That wire may or may not carry actually power to the motor; it might just be a control signal, in which case little current capacity is needed.

[@simpleagain1]

@@mi-tinker -I used 16 gauge solid copper thermostat wire as the jump wire. I tried using 14 gauge solid copper wire but it wouldn’t fit inside the terminal

[@larryrichards3668]

Cool, glad to see you got it fixed. My problem with my mower is the speed control lever is not working properly which makes the mower is stuck in fast speed. I either have to walk double time or pull back on the mower to keep from running, or not use the self propel option and just push it. My warranty is up, so no help there.

[@mi-tinker]

Have you tried contacting the company. They may be able to sen a new part.

[@larryrichards3668]

@@mi-tinker I'll contact them, but I doubt they will do anything about it since the warranty expired.

[@quallzone6219]

​@@larryrichards3668 For more details on the Ego Self-Propel Unit Failure, see the following youtube video and blog: - Jay Summet -- Ego Self-Propel Unit Failure: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIWodp2oeNKpntk - Jay Summet Blog -- Ego Self-Propel Unit Repair History: www.summet.com/blog/2020/01/20/ego-21%e2%80%b3-mower-lm2100sp-3rd-self-propel-motor-failure-repair-report/ PS - I am not "Jay Summet"!! I am having the opposite issue with Self-Propelled setting -- It only works Manually or in "Slow" speed, not fast. While researching the issue today, I just ran across the Excellent videos from "Mi-Tinker" and the links to Jay Summet's page. Hope it helps!!!

[@larryrichards3668]

@@quallzone6219 I took my Ego mower to a warranty repair place, they repaired my mower while I waited (about one hour). They replaced the some switch near the motor, but that did not fix the problem, so they said it must be the something in the wire harness. When they replaced the wire harness it worked fine. I thought my warranty had expired, but when I called Ego, they said I still had a year left and told me where to take it for repair. Didn't cost me anything.

[@xxycom8963]

@Larry Richards The problems you face is a break in one of the three wires connected to the speed control pot. These are colored Red, Green and Black. You don’t have to open the handle. The spot where the pinched wires were in the video, that is where the break in these wires happen. So either slice and repair these wires there, or in my case I totally rewired it using CAT5 Ethernet cable. Why Cat5? Because it was the cheapest solution. 6-7 feet cable in Lowes was $3. Replacing each colored wire with a pair of the wires inside CAT5 cable, starting from the speed control pot, and then stringing the cable outside the black covered harness cover ( I used closely spaced zip-ties ). It is a hassle, but not more than buying the very expensive replacement harness. It has worked for more than a year, since Ethernet cables are well protected and flexible. @MI-Tinker 👍 nice video.

[@Cassandra-..-]

Such a design flaw at that folding point! Mine is stuck in high speed propel, and they authorized a replacement under the warranty. 🤞🏼

[@mi-tinker]

Glad you were able to get it fixed under warranty!

[@blackwind0771]

I’ve seen another ego lawnmower owner have the same issue after 3 years the safety mechanism seems to bend or crimp to keep the mower from turning on the blade .. this is me asking questions or finding problems with ego lawnmower before I buy

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for the insight. I believe if you were to ask the majority of the EGO mower owners they would say they love their mowers. I’d never go back to gas powered mower. To consider as well. 🙂

[@robertsparks7244]

Thanks just bought one hope this doesn't happen but I will remember this fix.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching! I've really enjoyed my EGO mower.

[@mikenassour1222]

First of all, great, thanks! MUCH! The next question ... is this a common failing with the Ego mowers?

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks! Based on 84k views, it must be happening to a lot of people. I’m guessing/ hoping Ego is aware of the problem in these early mowers and has made corrections to the design. I really like my mower. It continues to do a great job after 6-7 years!

[@ivanornelas4763]

Thanks you save my life already fix my lawn mower 👍

[@mi-tinker]

Good news! Thanks for watching!

[@gerardocruz9604]

thanks 👍I just spliced the red n black above the connector.

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it worked for you!

[@californiajoe5002]

Do you still press the button down before squeezing the lever or do you just squeeze the lever and it starts. Thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Joe, thanks for the question. The start method you described of "pressing down the button and squeezing the lever" will be the same as before. That has not changed. What has changed is what I call the 2nd of 3 shut-off safety features which are: #1 is the opening/unfolding the handle from the hinged down position (for compact storage). #2 is extending the handles to full height/length (where the locking clips are in the middle) and the #3 is the push button and lever at the top and squeezing the handle. The work-around you see in the video bypasses the shut-off for the #2 handle extension as seen at time stamp 3:44 in the video... everything else works the same as before. Hope this helps!

[@californiajoe5002]

@@mi-tinker awesome!! Thank you!!!!

[@redraiders]

Thank you for the help! This worked! You are the best. Fantastic video.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks! Glad it helped you. Hope you subscribe!!

[@Winterborn5]

how do you fix the self drive feature? Mine has been running fine for a year and it just quit for some reason. Worked yesterday, no drive today.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching! You may have a broken wire in the folding handle that controls the self propelled feature. You may be able to find a video on that on as well. There is a spring mechanism inside the handle casing at the top of the handle. May be check that. Good luck!! Hope you will subscribe!!

[@joelduffy1]

This fixed my mower! Thanks much for sharing!

[@mi-tinker]

Glad I could help! Thanks for watching!

[@joelduffy1]

@@mi-tinker Another little tidbit. You can skip the jump and just cut off the black/red wires, twist or solder them together and tape off blue wire.

[@edmanning274]

I've got this issue out of the box today, which is VERY frustrating. I'm not sure if its the 1st or 2nd relay just yet, but probably not worth opening it up as I'll be in warrantee.. I just wanted to mow today!

[@mi-tinker]

Bummer. Sounds frustrating.

[@cadman10000]

Mine is good as new now!

[@mi-tinker]

Great to hear!!

[@ljacree5764]

Thank you for this video. Mine has a new issue of leaving a bit of black oil wherever it sits. Can't figure out where it is coming from. Maybe you can do a video on oil leak in your Ego mower sometime? I just liked & subscribed, so hopefully I'll get notified when your next video is published.

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching and subscribing! I’m sorry you are having problems with your mower, I can’t think of why there would be an oil leak on this mower. Being battery operated, it should not have any type of oil tank that I know of. Maybe put a piece of clean cardboard under it after use, and check the cardboard for the leak the next day. You may be able to better locate the problem based on where the leak is on the cardboard in relation to the mower. Maybe even post a photo of what you find (location of the leak and type of fluid oil or other) Good luck!

[@DaninVA]

Great video! Another question, Have you been able to modify the battery cover so that it will stay open? I thought it was hinged on a screw, but seems to be pinned in. I find it very annoying that it flops shut all the time

[@mi-tinker]

Hi thanks for watching and for the question. I have not had that issue with mine. I only need it open to change out the battery, so it has not been a problem for me.

[@benaldi2]

Thanks for posting this.Very helpful.

[@mi-tinker]

You are welcome...Glad it was helpful!

[@jataepke]

I have the non propelled ego version, the extension handle locks are always finicky

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for the comment. I can see where the handle locks could be finicky. Do you like your machine? For me this is the first time in 3 years that I've needed to do any work to it other than charge the battery and hose it off every so often. Three things I really like: 1) no gas, oil or pull cord, 2) much much quieter than a gas engine, 3) Quick and easy fold and store upright taking up a lot less space in garage or shed. Again thanks for your comment!

[@jataepke]

@@mi-tinker I have the 1st gen. No issues, just needs dried grass scraped off once a while and blade sharpening. I would prefer it have a slightly higher cutting height setting. Probably was setup for southern lawns originally.

[@jeremiahnelson6577]

Nice video and thanks for helping get my mower working again!!

[@mi-tinker]

You bet! Hope you will subscribe!

[@ddjohnco]

That was the problem! Thank you soooooo much for your help!!!

[@mi-tinker]

You're welcome!

[@mi-tinker]

Hope you subscribe!

[@deedeejohnson4619]

@@mi-tinker just did! Thanks again.

[@carltonwillis9198]

Hello can you show how to disassemble and reassemble the handle and relay?

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Carlton, thanks for watching! If you are referring to the extending rails to the handle, I did not take those apart. I did open up the handle area where the power button and self propelled lever is but did not shoot video. As I recall there were visible screws that were easy to remove, however there is a spring that can pop out (I believe it was for the self propelled lever) it is a bit tricky so if u do open it up be careful about that spring. Good luck! Thanks for watching.

[@KeithWechslerB]

Ego support was not helpful. Have you come across a slow blinking yellow light on mower?

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Keith, Sorry I have not come across this blinking yellow light. I did see in another video where it looks like the blinking light may be called an "overload protection indicator". Check the blade housing and make sure it is clean and blade sharp... Some people were also saying they were trying to cut really dense/thick grass. Is this the blinking light you are getting? kzbin.info/www/bejne/rJjLpZeum86Koq8 here is one more video I found having to do with the blade. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gp-6i6B-fqaaaLs

[@focus19551]

Brand new out of the box and the blade won’t even turn! Have you had this happen?

[@mi-tinker]

Bummer. Sorry you are having problems. Never had any problems like that. I’d suggest you make sure the handle is all the way extended, if not it will not start. Hopefully you find out what the issue is. I’ve been very happy with my mower!

[@yup458]

a mouse chewed up the same 3 wires, im wondering if i can just connect the black and red together but without a jumper wire

[@mi-tinker]

I can’t tell you for sure. If you try it let us know how it works!

[@mcstew-1st905]

thanks, just used your vid myself. tyty^^

[@mi-tinker]

Glad I could help

[@rkd80]

I have a different issue. The motor starts, but the blades are spinning at a 'slow speed'? So slow that it doesn't cut the grass at all. Familiar with that at all by chance?

[@mi-tinker]

Wow... not heard of that issue. Have you removed the blade lately or did the blade hit an object? Last time I removed the blade to sharpen, it acted up on me. I had to remove it again and make sure it was tight but not too tight. worth a try. Let me know if that, or anything else works for you -- best of luck!

[@rkd80]

@@mi-tinker It was indeed the tightness of the bolt, but it was too loose. Somehow the machine knows where it is just a bit too loose and does not spin it at full speed. Which is smart. I had tightened it and it seemed to have gone away. But oddly it was the opposite of your problem.

[@mi-tinker]

@@rkd80 awesome news. Glad it helped! Thanks for sharing!

[@DaleHoskins-m8h]

First off thank you for the info you provide. I have a 21" Select Cut EGO mower that starts up an runs for a few seconds and then shuts off. It Normally starts back up again runs for 15 or 2o seconds then sure of again. Any idea what the problem might be. Thank you

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for the question. Do you have a second battery to test if the battery is the problem? It sort of sounds like what happens with some of my other battery powered equipment when the battery is losing power. Maybe the battery is at the end of its life span. Alternatively, there may be a problem with one of the safety switches cutting out while in use. I had an issue with it not starting after I sharpened the blade as well. I took it off again and then it worked just fine. Evidently it was not tightened correctly and the second time putting the blade back on it ran fine. Let us know if you solve the problem!!

[@TracyJones-sl6lo]

I have the same Mower 5 yrs now and it stopped today self propelling .. ugh .. any help ?

[@mi-tinker]

Bummer... sorry to hear. Any luck with the fix? If so, let us know!

[@visu2007m]

Great video. This made my day

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it did! Thanks for the nice comment!!

[@timholt5624]

Where did you buy that cable? Having a hard time finding it. Thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars.

[@timholt5624]

@@mi-tinker Thank you. I got some from Lowe's but the gauge was too big. I bought a pack of them that looked like what you had in the video.

[@charlesfishdog]

Mine started doing this within two months of owning it, even without ever stowing the handlebar

[@mi-tinker]

Yikes! Hope you got a replacement!

[@christianpotter6313]

where do you find the jumper wire

[@mi-tinker]

Hi, Thanks for watching and leaving a comment. The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" (small paperclip size diameter) which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars. Hope this helps!

[@bevchapman3688]

Any info on a mower that you put a fully charged battery in But when trying to start it wont has a red light on top battery and on lawnmower any ideas

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching. I do not have any experience with this problem. Let us know if you find out.

[@scotmotzny6344]

Thanks. I’ll give it a try!

[@mi-tinker]

Did it work for you?

[@jpagan7448]

That was great! Thanks for sharing!

[@mi-tinker]

J Pagan you are most welcome. Glad you enjoyed!

[@loganvoelker1735]

What size jumper wire did you use?

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Logan, thanks for the question. The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars. Hope you will subscribe, it helps the Mi-Tinker channel grow!

[@laurisasantos6466]

My ego mower it start but when I click the green handle it won’t move… please help

[@mi-tinker]

Hi, sorry to hear you are having troubles. I have not had this particular problem with mine. Hopefully you get some help/feedback from others! Good luck!

[@millenialbroadcast]

What type of jumper did you use?

[@mi-tinker]

The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars.

[@guillermogama782]

What size jumper did you use? Gage thanks

[@mi-tinker]

The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars.

[@mariomikkawi5]

That was an awesome video and awesome fix! I just found this video, and wanted to ask if you could give me some info on how to fix my self-propelled system. whenever I push or press the lever the light on the battery lights up green, but the mower doesn't move. My question is...do you think it's the self propeller motor or the switch?

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks Mario. UnfortunatelyI do not have any experience with the self-propelled motor or switch. From your description, when you engage the lever, the green light comes on (indicating the signal is getting through, but something is preventing it from powering. Let me know if you find the answer. I think another viewer had the same problem. Best of luck!!

[@mariomikkawi5]

@@mi-tinker thank you so much for your reply. All the best to you.

[@Grantm56]

Q

[@Gunzhard22]

Thanks Lynne! 👍

[@mi-tinker]

You’re welcome 😊

[@backyardboogie5117]

YOU ARE AMAZING THANK YOU SO SO SO SO SO MUCH!!! MY LAWN THANKS YOU 😊

[@mi-tinker]

You're welcome!

[@quallzone6219]

Great job, thank you for showing your troubleshooting process!

[@mi-tinker]

You are welcome. Thanks for watching and leaving this great comment!

[@baldeagle242]

Great video. Thanks for sharing. You have a new sub

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for the sub!

[@patatewz]

Thanks a lot i own you a beer from montreal quebec canada!

[@mi-tinker]

Love it!!

[@vkarabin]

Have issues with the speed control.. have it on slow speed and it goes really fast for some reason!!.. it stays in fast spend no matter what I do what I do!

[@mi-tinker]

I don’t have experience with this problem. But If you are feeling brave, explore taking apart the cover on the handle and see if there is any mechanical issue such as linkage, spring or other simple thing that u can fix. Best of luck. Hope you liked the video and subscribe! Thanks!

[@vkarabin]

@@mi-tinker thanks for the response!.. the problem is in the wiring harness.. 80 dollar to fix .. that’s because I collapse the handles to transport.. wires are not designed to take repeated use like that..fyi

[@mi-tinker]

@@vkarabin yep. I hear you. The harness in mine was definitely not protected enough. I love the fold down on this mower.. small like a suitcase so it can be tucked away vertically. Hopefully the newer ones have a better harness design!

[@donaldcarson8919]

What gauge wire do you use for the jumper? Thanks, great video.

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Donald, The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" which is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a single copper conductor (vs stranded) and is wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars.

[@Tim60076]

I just did this and it works great 👍‼️

[@mi-tinker]

Great to hear!

[@gardenfairy9792]

Can anyone tell me what the name of the wire she is using?

[@mi-tinker]

The "jumper wire" in this video is a 16 or 18 gauge "Primary wire" is commonly used in automotive and general electrical applications. It has a with single copper conductor (vs stranded) and wrapped in PVC insulation. You can purchase a short length (off the spool) from any good hardware store for a couple dollars. Hope this helps!

[@andreathomas5931]

Can you please tell me what gauge of wire you used for the jumper? I can't seem to find one small enough

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Andrea, I wish I could tell you what gauge it was. It was a piece of scrap wire from a previous project. I'm guessing it was 16 gauge or higher non-stranded.

[@DaleHoskins-m8h]

I might add that when it shuts off, the running time is becoming narrower

[@mi-tinker]

See my response above. Hope you will subscribe!

[@SirPiglet2020]

Great video!! My Ego has a problem where it went through very thick grass and the blade started spinning much faster than normal. Now it seems to be stuck like that. I drained the battery and thought that might cause it to reset but no luck. Any ideas?

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching! I have not personally experienced this type of problem, so I can’t help you on an answer. I do like you idea on a reboot or different battery. Let us all know what you figure or find out! Good luck!

[@SirPiglet2020]

So an update on my issue. I called customer service and they did some basic troubleshooting. They weren’t able to fix the issue and since there were no service centers in my area they are shipping me a new mower.

[@mi-tinker]

@@SirPiglet2020 awesome news. Thanks for sharing!!

[@hernandezhector5158]

I have a question if my machine starts and the engine works well, but when I accelerate it no longer responds I have to push it, the accelerator does not work, what do you think it could be? any ideas?

[@mi-tinker]

Hi Hector, I personally have not experienced this problem. Does your self-propeller lever feel any different than before? If it feels sloppy, there may be a problem at the top of the mower handle. There are several spring mechanisms that could cause an issue. If the lever still has resistance (per normal) it may be a problem with the wiring especially where the handle folds. They all get pinched with the fold. Hope this helps. Let me know if you are able to fix it good luck!

[@hernandezhector5158]

@@mi-tinker thank you very much for your answer, I try to fix it

[@hernandezhector5158]

@@mi-tinker Hi MI-TINKER thank you very much for your answer, I will see what I can do about it, fortunately for me, the machine returned to work normally, therefore until I fail again I will try to solve this problem, it is most likely what You comment therefore I will be on the lookout to solve it in due course, thanks again

[@BigDog11351]

Great job, thank you!

[@mi-tinker]

Glad it was helpful!

[@dickdungfork8334]

I Have EGO battery mower, been using it 3 yrs but now it has gone dead. I don't know anything about electricity and if I take it to be repaired I am sure it will be very expensive. With a petrol mower, it's easier to diagnose the problem.

[@mi-tinker]

Sorry it’s not working. Do you have any power at all? Helps to know if it is the battery or one of the safety shutoffs. For example on my mower, which is self-propelled, the battery was fine I knew this because the mower would still drive the power to the wheels. I was able to determine it was in the safety shut off wiring this way. Hope you get it going again!!

[@dickdungfork8334]

@@mi-tinker Thanks for this, yes it it still drives. I have no idea what the safety shut off is but my brother in-law has taken it to bits and I will mention this to him. Thanks again

[@dickdungfork8334]

@@mi-tinker I rang EGO dealers and they said it was best to ring EGO. I did and they said that it was the electric drive thing. £120 to buy + labour and complicated to install. I will go back to petrol, as I have petrol mowers that are still working that are 20 yrs old.

[@mi-tinker]

@@dickdungfork8334 sorry you could not get it to work. glad you had a back up!

[@marcosramos4596]

You "Hot Wired" your Lawn Mower!!

[@mi-tinker]

fun right?

[@patrickb6938]

Perfect!

[@mi-tinker]

Thanks for watching!

[@CGatta71]

Love my ego💚♻️

[@mi-tinker]

I do as well!! Thanks!!