The forecast might say a 90% chance of rain all week, but when the grass needs cut, you have to take your chances. I recently put the MOVA LiDAX Ultra 2000 to the test, and we both ended up caught in an afternoon shower.
By default, the LiDAX Ultra 2000 is programmed to head back to its charging station at the first sign of rain. However, you can override the Rain Protection mode in the settings. You can even adjust the amount of hours the mower pauses before returning to finish the job that was interrupted.
Now, is mowing in the rain ideal? No. But I didn't notice any visible slip in traction or issues with blade performance. Having that IPX6 waterproof rating, and the actual ability to bypass the standard rain sensor, is a great feature when you're in a pinch.
Just keep in mind, wet blades are going to attract more grass debris and can clog depending on your lawn type. I’m currently mowing short Bermuda that’s just now waking up from dormancy, so it wasn't an issue this time around. If you’re dealing with tall fescue or thicker turf, the mower might not handle it as easily when wet.
I made sure to give the unit and the mower deck a thorough spray down and dry it off once the job was finished.
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