How to Work a Riding Lawn Mower

A riding lawn mower is faster and easier to use for cutting grass than a regular push mower. Riding lawn mowers are especially easier if you have a large yard. Some riding lawn mowers are different and have different speeds. Some have 5 speeds, while others have 4 speeds, and then there are older riding lawn mowers that do not have any speeds. These kind of riding lawn mowers do not use a key to start.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Riding lawn mower
• Keys
• Gas
• Tire gauge
• Old rag

1. Take your tire gauge and check your tires to make sure there is enough pressure in them. Make sure there is enough oil before you start using the riding lawn mower. Use an old rag to clean the dipstick after checking the oil. Also check the belts and make sure they are not broken and are on tight enough.

2. Push in the clutch. The clutch and the brake are on the same pedal. Make sure the gear is in neutral and start the riding mower up with the keys. Allow the engine to warm up before you start cutting the grass.

3. Put the deck down. The deck is where the blades are. You will need the deck down before you start to cut the lawn. Push in the clutch and put it in first gear to start cutting your lawn. The faster you want to go, the higher the gear you will need to put the mower in. It is better to cut grass in second gear.

Tips & Warnings

• Always check oil before and after using your riding lawn mower. Make sure all the belts are on tight before you use the riding lawn mower. Make sure the tire pressure is at ten pounds. If there is too much tire pressure, you will use up more gas than normal.
• Remove all debris on the ground before you start cutting your lawn. Make sure no one is around the riding lawn mower when it is running.