Gotta know asked:


I don’t think the push reel mower will work or a corded one since I wouldn’t want to ask for an outlet while doing a lawn if I don’t know the customer.

Joseph

Jeff Casmer asked:


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.



Loretta

Lisa J asked:


I need to buy a new lawn mower and would like to know what I should consider when buying it. I have a small lawn. Any models stand above the rest?

Jackie

Steve Buchanan asked:


Spring is here, the sky is blue, the grass is green and it’s time to give that lawn a trim. Maintaining lawn equipment is an important part of safe lawn care. The lawnmower is the main tool used for lawn maintenance or yard work and therefore, it is heavily used by most homeowners.

To keep your mower in excellent condition, do-it-yourself maintenance is needed at various times. Keeping your mower in working order is important for many reasons including safety. Lawn mower-related injuries to children are relatively common and can result in severe injury or death. Many amputations during childhood are caused by power mowers. Pediatricians have an important role as advocates and educators to promote the prevention of these injuries.

Lawn mower injuries are a seasonal threat to children and the leading cause of amputations in adolescents, say specialists from the Johns Hopkins Children’s Center, Maryland’s designated pediatric trauma center where the most severe injuries are treated. The number-one advice to parents is: Treat the lawn mower as hazardous equipment, not a toy,” says Carol Gentry, R.N., pediatric OR nurse manager. “You don’t let a child play with an electric saw, and that’s exactly what a lawn mower is. Each year, lawn mower accidents send 9,400 U.S. children to the hospital, causing injuries more severe than any other tool or device, research shows. The most common injuries are lacerations, fractures and amputations of the fingers, hands, toes, feet and legs. Most injuries occur when an operator is unaware that a child is behind the mower and shifts into reverse, backing over the child.

Careless use of John Deree lawn mowers results in more than 55,000 injuries every year. The devastating nature of these injuries cannot be overemphasized.

significant proportion results in loss of toes or part of the foot. Approximately 75 people die from lawn mower injuries every year.

How Do the Injuries Happen?

• Young children can fall or slip into the operating mower blade while playing and running nearby.

• Children can be injured while operating the mower themselves when too young to do so, or when preschoolers and school-age children fall off a mower while riding with an adult.

• Children can be injured when mowers are placed into reverse and the operator is not aware a child is behind them.

All of the injuries could be prevented by taking the following precautions:

• Before operating equipment, familiarize yourself with it and make sure it is in good working order.

• Never go barefoot while mowing.

• Keep children under 6 years old indoors while a power mower is in operation.

• Prevent injuries from flying objects, like stones or toys, by picking up objects from the lawn before mowing begins. Use a collection bag for grass clippings or a plate that covers the opening where cut grass is released.

• Designs for mower controls should continue to be improved for ease of operation and to minimize inadvertent control contact and unintended operation.

• When a lawn mower cuts off, be extra careful in removing any objects from the blade.



Dana

abespat asked:


I replaced a crankshaft on my Honda HR216 Lawn Mower and now it doesn’t start. What did I do wrong? Replaced the spark plug and the air cleaner to no avail. HELP. With all this rain I will have to get a few goats to keep my lawn in good shape.

Rose

Jcamber asked:


I have an electric, battery rechargeable lawn mower that won’t take a charge anymore. I checked with my local service store but it’s more expensive to fix it than to just buy a new mower so I’ve decided to go with the new mower. Now I don’t know what to do with this old one, specially given it’s electric and you shouldn’t throw away batteries… what to do?

Ted

Robot Mathew asked:


The use of robots around the home to mow lawns, vacuum floors and manage other chores has surged up as more consumers prefer smart machines to handle their day to day activities without a need to attend to those machines.

A report, issued by the U.N. Economic Commission for Europe and the International Federation of Robotics at the end of 2003, said that out of total domestic robot sales 570,000 were robot lawnmowers and Sales of vacuum cleaning robots reached 37,000.

Fully automatic lawn mowers are designed to mow your lawn all by themselves. The Basic L200 Auto Lawn Mow model can mow an area of up to one third of an acre of lawn and then return home to recharge at the base station - all without human intervention and Auto Lawn Mow Evolution L200 model can handle over one acre of grass! Clean, effective and fully automatic, you can sit back and relax while the robot does all the work.

Robot Lawn mowers are environmentally Friendly- With global warming now being a major concern you can have peace of mind with these mowers. All Auto Lawn Mow models run on rechargeable Lithium ion batteries; and do not use petrol or burn oil like conventional lawn mowers.

Our Robot lawn mowers work very quietly, so you can program them to work in night while you sleep.

AutoLawnMow’s Robot Lawn Mowers are specially designed to cope with rainy weather. Rain Sensors in these robot lawn mowers alerts the robot to return to its docking station or stay in it’s docking station while it’s raining but on the other hand if you are using a simple electric lawn mower without a rain sensor, either you have to run yourself in rain to get your mower in shed or it will be useless.

Bump sensors in our robotic lawnmower protects the lawn mower from running over items that may be lying in the yard, hence increasing its life and efficiency.

Robot lawn mowers are a boon for People with allergy problems. Robot lawn mowers cut your grass while you sitting faraway, reading your favorite novel, and providing you with allergy relief.



Jacob

happydawg asked:


I bought a Sears Craftsman riding mower this past summer. I have been working a lot in the last 2 weeks, so I havent really had time to do whatever I am supposed to do to make it run next spring after sitting in the cold garage all winter. What should I do to my lawn mower to store it for the winter months and make it start again in the spring?

Stacey

David Wilson asked:


Tired of pushing around your tired old mower? Have a large lawn or field on your property, and are sick of taking up your entire Saturday just to get the stupid thing mowed? If any of these are the case, you might very well want to look into getting a riding mower to help make your life a whole a lot easier.

As you may know, a riding lawnmower is basically a small tractor with a permanently attached mower component. Since they are self propelled and cover a wide swatch of grass with each path, they work great for those who have large yards or fields to deals with on a regular basis. However, if you have a small yard, the large size and relative lack of maneuverability when compared to a push style mower might not make it very convenient, and certainly not worth the extra cost.

However, if you known you want a good riding mower, how do you go about choosing the best one? Well, there are several factors to look for. You need to be considering size, horse power, ability to include attachments, reliability, cost, brand reputation, and more. It’s not easy, but for a large purchase like this, doing your homework is always recommended. The following should help you make sense of some of these factors you need to consider before purchasing your riding lawn mower.

Firstly, you need to make sure you get the right size of mower. Too small, and you’re not going to get the job done any faster. Too large, and you’ll have a huge, bulky, expensive vehicle that won’t be as maneuverable as you might want for a smaller yard. The size of the mower is measured by the size of the “mowing deck.” Many push style mowers uses a 20″ deck, whereas riding mowers ad lawn tractors generally start at 30″ and go up from there. Try to calculate how wide your yard is. You can then use this number to figure out how many passes you would need to mow the lawn with any given size of mower.

Secondly, you should look into horse power. The higher the horse power, the better you can handle hills, cut thick grass, pull special attachments, etc. If you’re just trying to keep your suburban lawn looking neat, this might not be a high priority, but if you’ve got huge fields of hilly tall grass to mow, you’ll appreciate that extra power quite quickly. Just make sure you get enough for your needs, and you should do OK.

Of critical importance for many is the turning radius of the mower. If you can’t turn tightly enough, you’ll never be able to get the corners looking good. This usually means some sort of compromise with the size, but always check the manufacturers specs to see what they list. Some of the larger models might surprise you with their nimble turning radii.

Finally, the most important factor in choosing a riding mower is reliability. The last thing you want to be doing is fussing around fixing your mower, so be sure to choose a brand with a good reputation for dependability and an abundance of available spare parts. If you skimp and get a cheap, flaky mower, you will most definitely regret it.

So, I hope this all has help you see what you need to do to choose a good mower for your needs. It’s not rocket science, to be sure, but a little homework and consideration goes a long way into making your mower work well for you. Here’s to the success of your lawn!



Cody

Mary W asked:


My lawn mower is a 3.5hp Tecumseh. I have been doing some heavy mowing (tall grass, weeds), and now, the mower will start, and then die after a few seconds of running. I have cleaned out underneath, and it has both oil and gasoline. Do I need a new mower? This is the last season I will need this mower because I am moving to a house with no lawn.

William