Introduction
Lawn mowers have become essential
household accessories. They help us keep the garden neat, even and tidy.
Purchasing a good mower for your household can be a tasking job at times. This
article provides an overview of several mowers and corresponding maintenance
and safety operations.
The Types of Lawn Mowers
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The most common types of mowers
include gas powered, push mowers and electric mowers.
The gas-powered variety has been the
most commonly used for users with small and medium size lawns. They're typically
bulky and noisy. They demand regular refueling during mowing, and the user must
move them around. Common problems in addition to noise include motor heating
and exhaust fumes.
The electric mowers are fast
becoming popular and accessible due to the ease of start, lighter weight and
operation. Options include ones with power cables connecting the motor to the
power source. Cordless options feature battery and solar powered motors.
However, with this convenience comes greater safety precaution. Caution must be
taken to prevent damage to extension cords and accidental fires.
The solar powered option features
batteries to store the power. Most of these batteries are rechargeable by
connection to a regular power source. The benefits they incorporate include the
elimination of emissions and less noise. However, their use gets limited to
warm climates. It gets quite complicated using them in winter. In fact, the
battery powered option happens to be more reliable. Their cost is also higher
than that of gas powered motors.
The most manually operated cutting
mechanism is the real walk. They are the first mowing mechanisms ever used.
Though not very efficient, they save hugely on costs and harmful emissions.
Their modern version- riding mowers prove quite productive when attending lawns
larger than half an acre of land. Ideal for ranches and large properties, they
require less manual labor. The working time reduces by fitting a wider front
cutting deck that covers more space.
Ordinary Maintenance and Safety
Measures
The level and frequency of
maintenance varies from one model to another. It's important to follow strictly
the user manual that manufacturers recommend for each piece of equipment. Also,
information regarding maintenance and general repairs can be accessed online on
the companies' websites.
Basic maintenance routines include
thorough cleaning, oiling, lubrication and blade sharpening. The engine
compartment gets covered in all sorts of debris during mowing. A built up
reduced the motor efficiency and life by choking air flow. The air filter also
suffers and must be cleaned or replaced upon inspection.
Lubrication and oiling of moving
parts reduced wears and tears associated with friction of moving parts. It also
facilitates the pushing and operation of manual push mowers. A sharper mowing
blade leaves you with an evenly cut and flat lawn. The tire pressure of your
lawn mower may also affect the outcome. Your tire pressure should be medium.
The engines of gas powered and
riding mowers must be perfectly tuned. Tuning includes oil and filter change.
Just like in automobiles, fresh oil in the engine improves efficiency and life
of the motor engine. Most manufacturers recommend an oil change after about 50
hours of operation and at the start of every climate season.
When it comes to battery and
solar-powered mowers, keep them charged up with reliable backup solutions.
Corrosion buildups are common due to acid leaks. They can be eliminated by
wiping with damp rags. The electric cables and cords should also get a regular
inspection.
Conclusion
The user's lawn needs go a long way in
determining selection choice. Different mowers give the user several benefits.
Today, environmental consequences of a potential lawn mower must be weighed in
addition to price and safety.
