It soon will be time to bring your lawnmower out again, but after a long winter hibernation there’s things to do before firing it up and taking it out for a spin.
• First, remove the spark plug wire.
• Then check the blade for sharpness and balance. If dull, remove it and sharpen with a file. To check balance, put the center hole on a screwdriver or fingertip. The heavy side will be lower. Just keep filing till they balance.
• Also, clean the housing inside and out.
• Lubricate all moving parts including wheels, and then fire it up and head out for a spin. But don’t use last year’s gasoline. It will gum things up.
• Remember safety too. Before you hit the turf, check for debris that can become deadly missiles.
• With a little care and extra effort you will have a beautiful lawn all summer long and be around to enjoy it.