Push Lawn Mower Troubleshooting Guide
The majority of residential push lawn mowers are simple gas-powered, rotary mowers. When problems arise, such as an engine that starts and then quickly dies, the solution is often found by troubleshooting, eliminating possibilities until you arrive at the source. Does this Spark an idea?
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Common Problems
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Common lawnmower issues include the mower not starting; the mower starting and quickly stopping on its own; the engine knocking, vibrating excessively, idling roughly, missing, or backfiring. Each of these problems could have different causes.
Considerations
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If a lawn mower won't start, checking the mower's gas level, or whether the gas is fresh could solve the problem. Removing and checking the spark plug for deterioration or making sure the pull rope is properly gripping may lead to solving the issue. Checking to make sure the blade is not bent or in need of sharpening can help solve a dilemma with uneven cutting. If a mower starts and shuts off, check to make sure the shutoff valve is open and the fuel line is not clogged.
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Prevention/Solution
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Often, lawnmowers don't break down as much as they need simple maintenance. The key to preventing larger problems that call for troubleshooting is to perform regular maintenance, such as cleaning the blade and engine after mowing. Not using old fuel, leftover from the end of the previous summer, can also prevent mower start problems.
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