Monday 5 October 2015

Which Lawn Mower Parts Show Wear and Tear?

Most folks who live in the suburbs take pleasure in their gardens and lawns. Avid gardeners can spend hours and hours tending their gardens and lawns till they appear perfect. A dependable lawn mower is one of the most vital equipment that a gardener owns. Mowers are built to last and can offer years of service. With timely maintenance and replacement of worn out lawn mower parts, your machine can provide years of uninterrupted high-quality performance.

Lawn mower parts that need occasional replacement include spark plugs, belts, and air filters. These lawn mower parts can be readily available at authorized dealerships or from online retailers that stock power tools components and parts.

Lawn Mower Belt - 4L Section


To keep your lawn mower working smoothly throughout the year, annual tune-ups can aid in the performance and efficiency. Regular clean ups are the first step to maintenance. Wash the device with a detergent solution using a pressure washer to make the job easier. Avoid forcing water, dirt and soil into the bearings under high pressure. High pressure can also remove lubricating oil and so care should be taken that lubricants are not washed away. If you own a tractor or ride on lawn mower checking the tire pressure is a good idea.

Check the device for any faulty parts. The deck, belts, blades, and hangers should be inspected for worn out and damaged parts. If possible, sharpen the mower blades. Sharp blades cut grass better and faster. Using worn out blades rip out the grass, leaving the lawn looking uneven and unkempt. Always wear protective gloves and other protective wear when handling sharp blades. If the belts show signs of wear and tear, replace them with new belts.

Mower Belt - 3L Section


Once you have disassembled the device, change the lubricant and oil. The owner's manual supplied by manufacturers would instruct you on where to apply lubrication. Changing the oil can remove any dirt and keep your lawn mower parts in good order. Changing the oil filter is a part of a regular maintenance regimen. Your owner's manual can guide you to change the oil filter.

The parts of the engine that need tuning include the fuel filter that might need changing. If needed air filter can also be changed or replaced after cleaning. Check the spark plugs. One of the main lawn mower parts that are frequently overlooked is the battery. Inspect the terminals and clean and tighten them. If water levels are low, add water and charge the battery

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