Black & Decker CM1836 18-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Electric Lawn Mower

by Black & Decker

• Cordless electric lawn mower with integrated 36V battery for cutting lawns up to 1/3 acre
• Produces zero emissions; includes Energy Star rated charger
• 1-touch adjustment quickly changes height on all 4 wheels simultaneopusly
• 18-inch deck size; weighs 64 pounds
• 2-year limited warranty; includes rear bag assembly, mulch plug, safety key, battery charger

Product Details

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• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B002YK4V04
• Item model number: CM1836
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (190 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,173 in Patio, Lawn & Garden (See Top 100 in Patio, Lawn & Garden)
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Product Description

Featuring a highly efficient design, the Black & Decker CM1836 18-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower provides unparalleled power and convenience, making yard care better than ever before. With this high-performance cordless mower, you can create and maintain a manicured lawn without the hassles, expense, and emissions of a gas-powered model.

The CM1836 18-Inch 36-Volt Cordless Lawn Mower At a Glance: Instant-start, 36V cordless mower 18" 3-in-1 deck: mulching; bagging, and discharging (optional) Fast, precise cutting--powerful motor and improved blade design 1-touch height adjustment Folds down for easy, compact storage Produces zero emissions; includes Energy Star rated charger

Simply insert the conversion plug to convert the mower to mulching mode. View larger.

Adjust the height of all 4 wheels at once with the pull of a single lever. View larger.

Power and Performance to Save You Time
The CM1836 features a powerful, ultra-efficient motor and a new-and-improved blade design for better cuts and longer runtime. In fact, this mower can cut up to a typical 1/3-acre lawn on just a single charge.

Fast Starts and Quiet Operation
The CM1836 is incredibly easy to use, thanks to advanced features that address the needs and wants of cordless mower users. First, it starts instantly with a key and quick pull of the handle. And once started, its quiet operation--much quieter than gas mowers--means you can mow when you want to--without worrying about disturbing your neighbors.

Easy Adjustments and Storage
The one-touch height adjustment means you can quickly alter the cutting height of all four wheels at once with the pull of a single lever. And unlike traditional mowers, the CM1836 can be folded for upright or compact storage, making it ideal for those with limited space in the shed or garage.

Mulch or Rear-Bag Collection
The mower is equipped for mulching the clippings back into your lawn, which provides a natural fertilizing effect. For easy grass collection, the CM1836 is designed with a rear bag that conveniently lifts through the handle for easy emptying.

This Design Creates Zero Emissions
According to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), gas powered engines from outdoor lawn equipment produce over one million tons of polluting air emissions per year. The CM1836, in contrast, produces zero harmful emissions in your yard. In addition, its charging systems are Energy Star qualified, which means it is guaranteed to use less energy and save money.

The CM1836 is backed by a two-year warranty and lifetime deck warranty.

About Black & Decker: Nearly a Century of Innovation
As a global manufacturer and marketer of power tools and accessories, hardware and home improvement products, and technology-based fastening systems, Black & Decker has established a reputation for product innovation, high-quality, durable design, and value. The company enjoys worldwide recognition for its innovative product development, and its global distribution is unsurpassed in the hardware and tools industry.

Based in Towson, Maryland, Black & Decker was founded in 1910 by S. Duncan Black and Alonzo G. Decker. In 1917, the company invented a portable electric drill and quickly received a patent for the drill's pistol grip and trigger switch. In the years that followed, the company's success led to entry into foreign markets, and later, the development of individual tool lines.

What's in the Box
Black & Decker CM1836 Cordless Lawn Mower; 36-volt charger; rear-bag assembly; mulching plug; safety key; and manual.

Black & Decker Electric Lawn Mower Comparison

	MM1800	MM875	CM1836	CM1936	SPCM1936
Power	Corded 12 amp motor	Corded 12 amp motor	36V integrated battery	36V removable battery	36V removable battery
Deck Size (cutting swath)	18-inch	19-inch	18-inch	19-inch	19-inch
Mulch/Bag/Discharge	Rear bag with mulching insert and discharge capabilities	Rear bag with mulching insert and discharge capabilities	Rear bag with mulching insert and discharge capabilities	Rear bag (mulching insert and side discharge chute sold separately)	Rear bag (mulching insert and side discharge chute sold separately)
Cutting Area	Up to 1/4 acre	Up to 1/4 acre	Up to 1/3 acre	Up to 1/3 acre	Up to 1/3 acre
Self-Propelled Motor	--	--	--	--	Yes
Starter	Handle pull	Handle pull	Handle pull	Handle pull	Push button
Height Adjustment	One point, single lever adjusts all four wheels simultaneously	One touch, single lever adjusts all four wheels simultaneously	One point, single lever adjusts all four wheels simultaneously	One touch, single lever adjusts all four wheels simultaneously	One touch, single lever adjusts all four wheels simultaneously
Height Settings	1-1/4- to 3-1/2-inch	1-1/4- to 3-1/2-inch	1-1/2- to 3-1/2-inch	1-1/2- to 3-1/2-inch	1-1/2- to 3-1/2-inch
Wheel Size	7-inch	7-inch front / 8-inch rear	7-inch front / 8-inch rear	7-inch front / 9-inch rear	7-inch front / 9-inch rear
Weight	46 pounds	52 pounds	64 pounds	72 pounds	92 pounds
Warranty	2 years	2 years	2 years	2 years	2 years

 

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

188 of 197 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars Good! Better than previous version. February 25, 2010

By Truth Teller

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I purchased the Black and Decker Cordless 24 volt mulching mower (CMM1000) in 2005 and have been using it ever since. When I had the opportunity to upgrade to this mower (CM1836) I jumped on it.

I wanted a cordless electric mower to:

- Not have to deal with gas and oil
- Be able to mow without feeling like I need a shower due to exhaust fumes
- Save my hearing
- Keep me from re-injuring my right shoulder by not having to pull the cord to start
- Mulch

The CMM1000 did all of those fantastically for 4 1/2 years for me and the CM1836 improves on most features. I'm really happy to have the newer version. I know I have just barely used this mower and I promise to update this review if anything changes. For now, I can give you a good comparison of this mower with my previous cordless electric, keeping in mind that I've been quite happy with the previous version.

The CM 1836 Improves in all of these areas over the CMM1000 which I really liked quite well:

- This mower claims to be 50% more powerful with 36 volts vs 24 volts
. - Good because old mower struggled with tall grass
. - Not sure how this really translates in performance
- This mower is a tad quieter than the old one
- The handle is more ergonomic and easier to grip
- This mower as a whole is a bit smaller and lighter
- This mower stores more easily because it has a fold down handle
- The starting mechanism is easier and more elegant
- The safety key is better (safer from 2 year olds than the old one)

The CM 1836 actually is a bit worse than the CMM1000 in a couple areas:
- The height adjustment mechanism is harder to use than the old one.
. - Although it may be safer because there is no way to adjust while running now
. - Note that it is still a single lever that adjusts all wheels
- The cutting width is 1" less on an already short cutting width (only 18")
- The bag is a bit smaller on an already small bag (although I mulch)
- There is no longer a battery level indicator on the mower which was nice to have

I'm not sure if this is good or bad, but this mower has a smaller rear wheel as well. I haven't noticed it as a problem yet.

I still have the following complaint with this mower, but I think it is slightly improved over the old one. The mowing deck is deceptive. It has a wide side area embedded within the deck that prevents the blade from going out as far as the edge of the deck. You have to have more overlap between strips of grass when mowing. (I think that the frame of the mower with the wheel height adjustment is hidden in the mowing deck.)

One word of caution is that my battery quit working just short of 2 years on the old mower. Luckily, it was still in warranty and Black and Decker replaced it free of charge. Unfortunately, the nearest authorized service shop to do it was 70 miles away and they were not very accommodating (9-5 Monday through Friday).

One thing to note is that when I set this up I found that the front right wheel was sort of caught up on the mowing deck and the adjustment lever wouldn't work with that wheel. I determined that the axle for the wheel had not been inserted all the way across (it had a little stopping mechanism). I fixed it quickly by loosening the axle bracket and sliding the axle the rest of the way and then tightening the bracket back up. Hope the rest of it was assembled correctly by the factory.

BOTTOM LINE: I absolutely love having an electric mower. As long as you don't let the grass get totally out of control, you shouldn't ever have problems with it and you will LOVE that you don't have to deal with fumes, noise, or running to get gas for it.

82 of 87 people found the following review helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars It's won me over from gas March 24, 2010

By Dave TOP 1000 REVIEWER

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About 13 years ago I bought a battery powered lawn mower made by Black and Decker (I think it was their first). In many ways it was perfect: quiet, clean, easy to use. It only had one minor flaw that might discourage the user: it didn't actually cut grass. It was more of a "grass brusher", or perhaps a "grass massager" - bathing the grass in a gentle breeze without harming any wildlife, or grass.

I'm happy to say that 13 years later B&D seem to have worked the bugs out.

I've been able to use this mower three times now and I'm happier with it each time: it's light, quiet, easy to use, and yes, it cuts grass. I've even used it to mulch up small branches after pruning with great results. While not nearly as powerful as my gas mower it actually does a better job of mulching, perhaps because it was clearly designed with mulching in mind. With my gas mower it always seemed like an afterthought. I did put the bag on it once: it switches from mulching to bagging easily enough (remove a small block and put the bag on back). The bag looked a little small but I'll have to wait till summer brings me more grass to really try it out. That doesn't bother me since I mostly use the bag for cleaning up around sidewalks or to suck up leaves in the fall.

Starting it is easy: there is a "plug" where you plug in the charger - unplug the charger and plug in a small dongle, push a button and pull on the safety bar and it starts right up. I'd suggest attaching the dongle to the mower so you don't lose it. Height adjustment is also really easy: one hand, one wheel, and you're done. I've had no issues with the charge running out. I don't have a large yard so I don't expect this to be an issue (my grass area is about 1500 sq ft). Just to see what would happen I didn't charge it again after the first time I mowed and I got two more mows over three weeks out of it and I might even try for a fourth. That tells me it should handle a pretty good sized yard (though I should note the battery is not removable so if you have a really big yard you may want to step up to the 19inch model with the removable battery).

As mentioned in the description it folds up, something I love. I live far enough north that I don't need a mower for a good part of the year. Being able to fold it up into a corner is really nice. I've definitely decided to ditch the gas mower in favor of this thing. The only person I could see who would not want this mower would be someone of limited strength since it is not self-propelled. It's light enough that I have no trouble pushing it up hills, but if you have any physical limitations this is probably not the mower for you.

The only thing it doesn't have that I would like is a battery level indicator. Beyond that this is a fantastic electric mower.

Update: I finally got to use this on some really tall grass and it did a pretty good job. In a few places it seemed to struggle but the final cut was very even. I was using it in "mulch" mode which did fairly well. In some places I had to make another pass finishing mulching the grass but overall it did a better job than my gas mower at mulching.

34 of 35 people found the following review helpful

4.0 out of 5 stars Great mower April 1, 2010

By Chris Falkenstein

We have owned the Neuton ce5 battery mower for years. it worked so well we were going to buy another until i saw this 36 volt b&d mower for $80 less.

the black and decker is much more powerful and cuts a 18" swath compared to the neutons 14". i took my new b&d mower out and mowed all our lawns and a bunch of weeds in a field and it still had power to spare. the neuton would have run out long ago.

the only thing i do not like about the b&d is that you can not take the battery out. it is convenient to be able to take out the neutons battery and charge it in the garage or house.

besides that it is a much better deal than the neuton.