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, ...
Riding lawn mower tires have a reputation of being notoriously difficult to remove. Lawn mower tires that have been on for a while have a tendency to get stuck. When the bead of the tire--the section that comes in contact with the lip of the rim--gets stuck to the rim, it can be ...
Remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire to prevent the possibility of the mower accidentally starting while you are removing the blades. Disconnect the mowing deck from beneath your mower, following the multi-step directions in your operator's manual. Turn the deck over to pro...
When you need parts for your walk-behind lawn mower or riding lawn mower, you can use the MTD Genuine Parts Part Finder to find the correct one. Common parts include: Riding Mower Blades Riding Mower Belts Riding Mower Blade Spindles
If you sharpen your own rotary lawn mower blades, it is essential that you sharpen them evenly. Unbalanced sharpening can make a blade heavier on one side than on the other, which can lead to heavy vibration, the loosening of internal structural bolts, a
Check your mower blade. If you see small bends, nicks, and dents on its cutting edge, you need to sharpen it before going out again on the lawn. What dulls your lawn mower blades?Debris, twigs, tree stumps, sandy or loose soil, stones, cement lawn decorations, and, over time, simply...
“Depending on what the knife is made of, water can dull the blade, cause rust or degrade the handle, causing it to weaken,” explains Mata. “So, always make sure to dry your knife after washing.” 2. Store them safely_The way you store your knives might also damage their blades. ...
Seven Steps to Sharper Blades 1 Disconnect the ignition wire from the spark plug. (If it’s a cordless mower, remove the battery pack.) This eliminates any chance of the engine (or motor) accidentally starting while you’re working on the mower. To avoid spilling fuel from a gas engine ...
Before you change the mower belt, turn off the engine, remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug wire(s) to prevent accidental starting while you're working.Step 2: Adjust the deck heightAdjust the deck on your riding lawn mower to the lowest position by moving the deck lift ...
Larger cutting decks also may have an array of three or four sets of blades, which ensures a neat and even cut on every pass, but means there's a bit more maintenance needed to keep everything in good working order. While gas-powered engines are by far the most common in riding ...