The Basics of Lawn Mower Maintenance

While it may not seem important, when it comes time to use your mower, basic upkeep will show its rewards. ;No, we aren't talking about an engine tear apart, just some basic tips from ;Lead Synthetics to keep your mower in good shape and ready for ;action.

Maintain Your Fluid Levels

Before each cut, check your oil and fluid levels, ;topping off what is required. If your mower has been left for more than a month, empty your fuel tank and replace it with fresh fuel. ;Fuel will start to lose its ;effectiveness after a month and will result in ;poor performance and potential engine damage.

Once You're Finished, Clean It Up

Given that the practicality behind a mower is basic, so is the accompanied clean up. ;Remove any wet or ;freshly cut grass that has built up around your blades before it has the chance to dry and stick. Follow up with a quick spray and wipe down before storing it away.

How to Store Your Lawnmower

If we're talking ideal, your lawn mower would be stored with a protective cover in a raised and dry storage space. If ;you ;don't have a space like this, ;at the minimum use a mower cover to prevent excessive weather exposure and preventable rust and wear.

Synthetic Oil in Detroit

Keeping your mower running with high quality ;Amsoil Oil in Detroit is as easy as speaking with an expert at ;Lead Synthetics on ;(877) 375-4117. Give us a call and let us help you ;find the right oil for all of your engine needs.