Insert the gap tool between the electrode and insulator to the necessary gap range and bend the electrode up or down to meet the tool. Remove the spark plug with a socket wrench. Check and adjust the gap on the new spark plug to .030 with a gap tool. You can purchase a simple round...
Use a spark plug socket to remove the spark plug as pictured below. Be sure to clean the debris around the spark plug so that it doesn’t fall into the hole once the spark plug is removed.2. Removing the Lawn Mower Blade The next step is removing the lawn mower blade. But first, ...
As I said before the carburetor must be very clean in order to work. If a carburetor has had gasoline stand in it for more than a year it will gather a gunkey varnish which will have to be remove. This gunk can be removed easily removed by letting the metal parts sit in a jar of...
Most lawn mowers have levers (some riding mowers have knobs) that you use to set the cutting height. They come with letters or numbers that tell you what height corresponds to each setting. However, the labels don’t always match the indicated mowing heights, so it’s a good thing to ch...
Disconnect the sparkplug wire. Tip the lawn mower onto its side so you are facing the blade. Place a block of wood against the blade to keep it from rotating. Remove the bolt in the middle of the blade with the socket wrench by turning it counterclockwise. ...
Remove the grass clipping collector bag from the mower. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and secure it away from the spark plug. Step 2 Use the screwdriver to remove the belt housing on the mower deck. This housing is located near the rear wheels. Remove the screws and...
Inspect the Air Filter:A clogged air filter can restrict airflow, leading to performance issues. Remove and clean or replace the filter as necessary. Examine the Spark Plug:The spark plug is crucial for ignition. Check for wear, carbon buildup, or damage. Clean or replace it to improve per...
Step 1- Disconnect the spark plug lead. Clean the area around the spark plug to avoid getting debris in the combustion chamber when you remove the plug. Step 2- Remove the spark plug using a spark plug socket. Step 3- Inspect the spark plug for very stubborn deposits, or for cracked po...
Properly maintaining your lawn mower blade is important. A sharp blade ensures that grass is cut (rather than torn) evenly and on the first pass, and the engine won’t have to work as hard. Remove the Mower Blade Step 1:Disconnect the spark plug to keep the mower from accidentally starti...
Make sure during the winter months that thelawnmoweris stored in a dry and sheltered place away from heat sources and chemicals (which could corrode the metal components), and preferably covered by a sheet. Take a look atthis videowhich summarises the main things to check beforestarting a ...