TerraMow
Motor Overheating / Electrical Overload
Robot lawnmower emits a burning smell or shows signs of overheating around the motor area.
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Safety Warning
This repair may involve working with high voltage components or water connections. Always unplug the appliance before removing any panels.
If you are not confident in your ability to perform this repair safely, we strongly recommend contacting a professional technician.
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Possible Causes
Seized blade motor bearings, Overloaded cutting deck from tall grass, Shorted drive motor windings, Blocked ventilation
How to Fix / Troubleshooting
Safety: Immediately turn OFF the mower and disconnect the battery. Do not continue to operate if a burning smell is present.
- Allow cooling: Let the TerraMow cool completely before further inspection.
- Inspect motors: Check the blade motor and drive motors for discoloration, melted insulation, or signs of overheating.
- Clear obstructions: Remove any heavy grass buildup or foreign objects from the cutting deck and wheel wells.
- Test manually: Rotate the blade disc and wheels by hand. If any motor feels stiff or seized, it must be replaced.
- Replace damaged motors: Install new TerraMow blade or drive motor assemblies as required and verify that ventilation openings are clear.
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Repair Difficulty
Professional Required
5/5
Required Part
TerraMow Blade Motor
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