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It’s the same every year! The end of winter is signaled by longer days, budding trees and the return of the dawn chorus. It is also the time of year that our thoughts start turning to the need to begin tending to our lawn again. Grass that has laid dormant over winter is now beginning to grow and those dreaded weeds are reappearing with gusto! So, how do we best prepare our lawn mower for the upcoming lawn mowing season?
Prepare Your Lawn
It might seem strange that in order to prepare your lawn mower you should first concentrate on your lawn. This is because over winter, particularly if it has been a cold one, rocks and stones could have migrated through your soil to the surface of your lawn.
Walk around your garden and remove any objects that are likely to interfere with your mower. It only takes a small rock to chip the cutting blade of your lawn mower.
Prepare Your Lawn Mower
The first thing to do is pull your lawn mower out of its winter home and clean off any dirt and cob webs. Whilst cleaning your mower check all the moving parts are still working and operational (apply grease and water dispersant as required and in accordance with your owners manual).
Check The Cutting Blade
Make sure you clean the underside of the lawn mower to ensure there is nothing obstructing the turning blade. For gas powered mowers consult the owners manual to ensure you turn your mower over the correct way; failure to do this could result in a flooded engine or worse.
Inspection Checks For Electric Mowers
There are a couple of simple checks that you can perform before starting up your electric mower for the first time this season.
Unravel the electric cable by feeding the cable through your closed hand. You are looking and feeling for damaged sections of the lead. If the lead appears kinked or the inner wires are exposed then you must replace the entire lead. Never operate an electrical device when the power cord is damaged.
Check the underside of the mower to ensure there are no foreign objects present that could damage the blade – you would be surprised at what can collect underneath a lawn mower over the winter period!
Inspection Tasks For Gas Powered Mowers
If you are unsure whether you are able to complete the following tasks then we recommend paying for a qualified mechanic to perform the annual servicing on your lawn mower.
However, for the mechanically minded the following tasks are relatively straight forward and when completed will help a rough running mower to perform much better;
1. Remove any old fuel that has been left in the tank (for gas powered mowers only) and replace with new. Old fuel does not burn efficiently and may clog up the filter in your mower.
2. Check the oil by removing the dipstick, cleaning it and then reinserting. Remove once again and check to make sure the oil is not a black smudgy mess. If it is then it is time to replace the oil. Consult your owners manual for guidance on how this is to be accomplished and the grade of oil that should be used.
3. Check the spark plug for oil or burnt carbon deposits. If either exist then it is best to replace the plug as well. Again, consult your owners manual for the correct type of plug that you will need to buy.
4. Remove the air filter and check to make sure that it is not clogged with oil and dirt. Clean it with an appropriate cleaner, dry and replace. Never operate a lawn mower without a filter as you will damage the engine.
Blade Sharpening
The next thing to consider is the blade. Physically look at the blade and make sure the cutting edge is smooth and free of damage. Stones and rocks will chip the blade making it less effective at cutting your grass. If the blade is dull looking then you may need to sharpen it; it is best to remove the blade and take to your local mower mechanic who will sharpen it for you.
If the blade is badly damaged then remove it and replace with a new one.
Happy Mowing!
By undertaking these simple tasks just prior to spring you will help to ensure that your lawn mower is running the most efficiently it can. A lawn mower that is operating efficiently is a lawn mower that will cut your grass in the quickest manner without breaking down and causing you a headache.
Mowing your lawn need not be a chore!
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Lawn Mower Maintenance
I have been in the lawn mowing industry for many years and am writing to share my experience on lawn mower maintenance and purchasing. For my personal/home mower, I do the following things:
1) Change the oil and filter at least on time per season (I always carefully read the owner’s manual and follow the factories recommendations. At the very minimum, I change the oil and filter at least one time per season.)
2) Replace the factory blade with a mulching blade (I have had best results with a product called gator blade. By changing to a mulching blade, I have been able to eliminate the need for bagging grass and improve the look of my yard)
3) replace the spark plug at the beginning of each season (spark plugs generally cost less than two dollars and often make the lawn mower easier to start, especially if the old spark plug is very worn)
4) Check and clean the air filter every 3 cuts (a dirty air filter can damage your engine and make your mower much harder to start. I highly recommend checking and cleaning your air filter on a regular basis)
Lawn Mower Repair
If you are uncomfortable repairing your lawn mower yourself or have a complicated problem with your lawn mower, you should consult a professional who works on lawnmowers on a regular basis. You may find a professional by typing your cities name lawn mower repair into Google (for example, you may type, “Downers Grove Lawn Mower Repair” into Google). Once you generate a list of people in your area who do Lawn Mower Repair, you should research the companies you find a bit to find out whether or not they are trustworthy and sufficiently knowledgeable to do the job. To do this, I often ask for the recommendations of my family, friends, and other people in the lawn mowing industry. Often times, personal recommendations are a great way to find a trustworthy business.
Furthermore, once you find a professional that you want to take your lawn mower to, I strongly recommend getting a clear estimate for the price to complete the work before authorizing them to fix your machine. Often time’s repairs can exceed the value of a lawn mower and it makes more sense, economically, and it makes more sense to dump an old lawn mower than it does to invest a 0 dollars into an old one.
In the case your lawn mower is old and not worth fixing, I strongly recommend investing either in a Honda Self Propelled Lawn Mower or Toro Personal Pace. In my opinion, Honda’s are the best lawn mower for someone that is willing to pay 0-0 in order to get a great machine that lasts a long time. However, if you have a smaller budget, 0-0, I strongly recommend the Toro Personal Pace because it is very reliable, well built, and features a very unique self propelled system that makes it very easy to use. The personal pace system actually varies its speed based on how hard you push, the harder you push, the faster it goes. I have owned several Honda’s and several Toro’s and recommend both to my family and friends depending on their budget and unique needs.
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There are lots of instances why lawn mower won’t starts. Maybe it’s too old, fuels are clogged off, some parts are loose or damaged and need to be replaced, etc. Before you bring to repair shop you should do some personal checks to save time and money. It’s just a 1-2-3 basic check of the equipment. Below are the checklists you can do by yourself.
• First, clean the equipments. Dirt is the major problems because it usually works on grounds and the blades produce dusts that clog the engine filter and fuel filters and other parts.
• Check the fuel, if it’s the gas is from a last couple of months removes it and replace with a fresh fuel. And add enough amounts to run the engine. Obviously the engine will not start if there is no fuel.
• Fuel and air filter maybe clogged because of residue or dust from the previous use. It needs replacement or cleaning to function well.
• Remove the spark plug and clean it or replaced it with a new one. Do double check that the spark plug is properly fitted back in this is because if the spark plug is not fixed properly the fuel cannot be ignited.
• Check the wiring connections maybe it loose and need to be tight up.
• Maybe there is water in the carburetor. It must be drain with the drain plug or if there is no available drain it must repeatedly pull the starter cord to clear away the water.
Once you do all the listed items and the lawn mower won’t start. It’s the time to bring to the professional who has the equipments and tools to solve and fix the problem.
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Many people that buy petrol lawn mowers do not realize that they need to do a bit more than change the oil and make sure the blade is in good condition. In particular, you should always make sure that you change or clean the spark plug on a regular basis. This will also give you an opportunity to check for cracks in the wire casing, as well as help you understand the overall condition of the engine.
If you have ever performed routine maintenance on an auto mobile engine, then you may realize that certain types of corrosion or discolouration on the spark plugs can serve as vital indicators about engine wear. For example, if the tip of the plug has black, oily reside on it, then you know that the engine is burning oil. While a lawn mower engine is much smaller and less complicated than an auto mobile engine, it still works on the same principles. Therefore, when it comes to maintaining garden lawn mowers, you can look at spark plugs in order to estimate how long the mower will last.
During the process of maintaining petrol lawnmowers, you should also make it a point to change the air filter. Unfortunately, most people simply leave the filter in place for the life of the mower. Needless to say, when the filter gets clogged, it will deprive the engine of air, and cause the engine to die out more. Chances are, you would be amazed at how much better your lawn mower will perform when you change this filter on a regular basis.
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Fertilize
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Mow
You should continue to mow your lawn throughout the fall until growth stops. It is important to keep your grass 2″ to 2 – 1/2″ tall during fall. If your grass gets too long, it will mat and risk lawn diseases like snow mold. However, if you cut it too short (less than 2″), you can diminish the lawn’s ability to make and store food for growth in the spring.
Seed or Sod
This is not always a necessary lawn care practice, but this time of year is the best time to establish or repair a lawn by seeding or sodding. Seeding and sodding should be completed as soon as possible before really cold weather sets in. If you are overseeding your lawn, you need to rake up debris and dethatch your lawn if thatch is thicker than half an inch. This ensures that the grass seed will be as close to the soil as possible. You should also aim to keep the soil moist for a few weeks while the seeds are germinating.
Remove Leaves and Thatch
When leaves begin to fall in autumn, it is important to remove them before a thick layer forms that can smother the grass. Simply raking often removes thatch from your lawn, but in bad cases of soil compaction, you may need to get a lawn aerator to perform core aeration. If you have the funds, and you’re serious about lawn care, you may want to buy an aerator. Otherwise, you can simply rent one at a local hardware or garden supply store.
Maintain Equipment
Lawn care equipment requires constant maintenance throughout, but the fall season involves a more thorough maintenance process. Upkeep can save you tons of money and heartache in the long run. Fall is a great time to perform an oil change on your mower. You should also drain the gas from your mower or add a gas stabilizer. Consult your manual before using a stabilizer, because it may void your warranty.
Remove the mower’s spark plug with a spark-plug wrench. Lubricate the spark-plug cylinder with a teaspoon of oil through its hole. Install a new spark plug, but keep the spark-plug wire disconnected. Grease where necessary, especially the rear height-adjuster on a self-propelled mower.
You should check your blade and the bolts on the unit to ensure tightness. You should also inspect and possibly sharpen your mower blade. After you have completed these steps, store the mower in a clean, dry place away from any possible ignition sources.
Final Thoughts
Following the fall lawn care practices outlined in this article will prepare your lawn for winter and reward you with a healthy, thriving lawn in the spring.
Replacing Lawn Mower Parts: Nothing Lasts Forever
by admin on Aug.10, 2010, under Spark Plug Gap
Replacing Lawn Mower Parts: Nothing Lasts Forever
If you own a lawn then you probably already know the importance that lawn mower parts have. No matter the type or model of lawn mower you own, at some point you will to replace it.
Nothing lasts forever. Even the best manufacture models which operated perfectly in the beginning get worn out and break down.
Before you run and buy a new model consider whats more suitable a new mower or a change of lawn mower parts. In most cases, you can save a fortune by simply replacing and tuning the parts on your existing lawn mower then shelling out dollars for a brand new one.
Damage and wear are the most common reasons for replacing lawn mower parts. Unsharpened blades for example is a classic example of a worn out lawn mower part. In this instance it is cheaper to get your blade sharpened then to buy another mower.
Damaged or broken parts or also usually easy to detect because in most cases your lawn mower wont start or mow properly. A new spark plug for instance is a cost effective way to keep future problems at bay.
If the gap is too thick, or if the porcelain section of the plug is cracked or broken, you should replace the plug. A trip to your local service shop or gas station can save you a bundle later on.
There are plenty of lawn mower parts out there. This is both a negative and positive thing. On the one hand so many options make for a confusing shopping trip. Whats the right part for your lawn mower? Can you use your chosen add-on on your model? What oil is right for your machine?
On the upside because there are so many options you can be certain that there will be a replacement lawn mower part for your model. And checking with your owners manual and local shop can ease the pain of looking for the right part.
The easiest way to look for the right part is at gardening warehouses. You can find lawn mower parts for common manufactures. These warehouses have the knowledge and compatibility lists for your specific model as well as most parts to get your machine mowing again.
The internet has also become a great resource to find parts that are compatible with your model. A simple search should give you the answers you need. You can then choose to order the part online or head your nearest service shop to purchase it.
Replacing your lawn mowers parts can be an easy, cost effective way to keep your lawn mower running for seasons more. Next time your lawn mower acts up, ask yourself if you really need a brand new one or if you simply need a new part.
Grass Clippings For Lawn Care
by admin on Aug.08, 2010, under Spark Plug Gap
Grass Clippings For Lawn Care
There are two schools of thought when it comes to this issue – neither of which is definitive.
Some people say leave the clippings on the lawn after you mow. This not only saves time and energy, but the clippings decompose quickly and add vital nutrients back into the soil.
In fact, recycling grass clippings has recently taken on a movement of its own. Proponents call this practice “grass-cycling” and advocate that leaving those clipping where they lay saves time, landfill space and nurtures the soil.
The Professional Lawn Care Association says that About 20 percent of all waste that goes into a landfill is landscape debris and about half of that is simply grass clippings. With yard waste bans in place in many areas of the country, “grass-cycling” offers you an alternative, and at the same time increases the health and beauty of your lawn.
Grass clippings are 85 percent water, decompose rapidly, and return nutrients to the soil with no thatch buildup. They actually return 20 percent of their nitrogen to the soil to feed the lawn’s root system. And grass-cycling can be practiced year-round with most mowers.
On the other side of the spectrum, others say that leaving clippings on your lawn is not only unsightly, but it can cause damage to your lawn as well. Leaving grass clippings on the lawn becomes a problem only if they are too thick. If you mow the lawn before it gets overly tall, the mass of the grass clippings will not be sufficient to warrant raking.
When cut grass lays in large clumps, it could be preventing the grass below it from getting the sunshine and water that it needs to grow. This could leave behind unsightly brown patches of dead grass.
A good way to obviate having to rake grass clippings is to mow with mulching lawn mowers. When you have a mulching mower, the clippings are gathered in a bag and can be used in compost piles for fertilization.
Using mulching mowers can not only cut down on your yard maintenance, but also makes your grass greener. Otherwise, you may end up either raking or bagging your grass clippings — which in turn mean disposing of those grass clippings or recycling them – all of which means extra work.
The bottom line is that as long as you are mowing on a regular basis and you don’t leave behind clumps of clippings, it won’t cause any harm leaving those clipping right where they are.
Fall leaf removal is not only necessary from an aesthetic perspective but also from an agronomic perspective. Although turf grass growth slows or ceases this time of the year, the plant will continue to photosynthesize as long as the turf is green.
Energy in the form of carbohydrates captured and stored from photosynthesis will go to enhance root growth and accumulate in the storage compartments (nodes, crowns, etc) to be used the following year. Leaves left on the turf grass shade the turf grass leaves reducing the turf plants ability to photosynthesize. Thus, the full potential to capture sunlight is greatly diminished when leaves are left on the turf. Additionally, if the leaves get wet, a microclimate under these leaves promote disease development.
The primary diseases that are favored by this environment are (also known as pink snow mold or fusarium patch) and powdery mildew. Thus, blowing or raking those leaves off the turf is an important fall agronomic practice. Owning and taking care of a lawn mower is similar to owning and taking care of a car. If it is neglected, performance will suffer.
It doesn’t matter that you’ve neglected your lawn mower well into the season. Start caring for it now! First, install fresh spark plugs. They’re inexpensive enough to replace rather than clean or gap.
If your mower has a paper air filter, give that a complete replacement, too. For foam air filters, buy new mower replacement foam and soak it oil before installing.
Dull blades harm lawns. Ripped out chunks of grass are highly vulnerable to a myriad of lawn diseases. Either remove the blade with a socket wrench, hone it with a file (following the existing cutting angle), or take it to a lawn-care shop for professional sharpening.
It’s just good sense before doing any of this work to run the mower until it runs completely out of gas. Turn the mower filter-side up (to prevent clogging) and drain the oil. Be sure to remove the plug or plug wire to keep the mower from firing up while you’re up to your elbows in machinery. Be sure the tires are fully inflated – especially with riding mowers. Under-inflated tires on a riding mower can cause what we, in our family, usually refer to as crop circles – unevenly mowed patches that resemble that otherworld phenomenon that some people think exist.
