Easy Ways You Can Lengthen the Life of Your Lawn Mower

Lawn mowers are impressive heavy duty machinery that can last you a lifetime. However, without proper care this equipment will quickly fall into disrepair. To avoid this, and lengthen the life of your lawn mower, read our guide below! We’ve compiled some great tips on keeping your mower in optimal condition. However, if you need more serious repairs, feel free to make an appointment with our service department here at our dealership in Fort Gibson, Oklahoma. 

The Blade

A mower’s blade is an important component for keeping a clean cut yard. If your blade isn’t sharp not only will your lawn suffer, but it will put more wear on your mower. You can easily remove, sharpen, and reattach your mower’s blade yourself, or you can take it to a lawn mower store and have them do it for a low price! This will not only improve your cut, but will make mowing much more efficient! However, if you’ve never done this process before, we advise you to pay close attention as you reattach the blade to your mower. You might even look up a few instructional videos or speak to an experienced mechanic. 

Cleaning

Cleaning your mower after each use is an incredibly easy way to extend the life of your machine! Once you’re done mowing your lawn, simply give the underside of the mower a gentle rinse or wipe down to remove all of the grass and dirt. You can use a screwdriver or even a nearby stick to remove stuck on clumps. Once you’re finished, allow the mower to lay out in the sun to dry. Removing the dirt and grass will keep important parts from corroding. However, make sure that the machine is dried fully before placing it back into storage so that it doesn’t rust. 

Oil and Fuel 

Before each use you’ll want to check the oil and fuel in your lawn mower. To check your oil, simply remove the dipstick and wipe it clean before reinserting it into the mower. Remove it once again to get an accurate measurement of your oil’s levels and coloring. If levels are lower, you can simply add in a little more high-grade oil, but if it's looking dark and murky it may be time for an oil change. 

When lawn mower fuel isn’t kept fresh, it can quickly generate a substance called fuel varnish. This varnish may be the reason your mower is stopping and starting, turning over, or just refusing to run. To avoid this issue do your best to keep fuel fresh rather than letting it sit in the tank for long periods of time. However, if you are already experiencing problems like these with your mower you should be able to fix the issue with fuel stabilizer! 

We can guarantee that doing these tasks regularly can increase the life of your mower by years! However, if your mower is a bit too far gone and you’re looking for a new one, we encourage you to visit Mike Cooper Tractors. We proudly serve the cities of Tulsa and Muskogee, Oklahoma and boast an impressive inventory of high-quality lawn mowers for sale!