Preventing Your Lawn Mower From Overheating

Your lawn mower is a vital piece of equipment that helps you keep your property in great shape. However, lawn mowers are capable of breaking down, just like anything else, and one common issue you may have is overheating. Here are some ways you can prevent overheating so that your mower continues to function properly.

Unclog Mowing Deck

A lot of muck and dried grass may be clogging up the inner workings of your lawn mower. If you find that it’s overheating, that may mean it’s time to clean that undercarriage. You can use a hose or pressure washer to quickly spray off debris after every mow to prevent any build-up from occurring at all. A clean cutting deck just works better than a cutting deck all clogged with grass clippings.

Change the Oil & Filters

The oil in your lawn mower’s engine might be old and sludgy, which means that it’s not able to adequately lubricate the engine parts. This results in parts of your engine grinding against one another, which leads to overheating. So make sure that you’re checking and changing the oil in your lawn mower’s engine regularly. Replace the oil and air filters at the same time you change the oil.

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