A regularly cleaned lawn mower lasts longer, doesn't smoke and starts reliably. Just a few simple steps are enough to significantly reduce emissions and fuel consumption. This guide explains how to easily care for your mower to keep it in top condition.
How can I properly clean my lawnmower?
To effectively clean your lawnmower, first pull the spark plug connector, tilt the mower and remove grass residue from the blade bar. Then clean the spark plug, air filter and check the oil level.
Regular cleaning keeps the lawnmower fit – tips & tricks
After every mowing, dirt and grass residue stick to the lawnmower. If regular cleaning is not carried out, a drastic reduction in performance and high wear and tear on critical engine components are inevitable. A few simple steps prevent this shortcoming. How to clean your lawnmower professionally:
- Pull the spark plug connector first
- Tilt the mower backwards or to the side
- Remove all grass residue from the knife bar with the water hose or a brush
Clean the housing of a lawn mower with a cloth or brush. In contrast to the cutting unit, the mowing deck should not be sprayed with water. There is too great a risk that the technology will be damaged by the concentrated load of moisture.
Goodbye to dirt particles – clean spark plugs work better
Only a clean spark plug produces a strong spark. You should therefore carefully check the condition of the spark plug every time you clean the lawnmower. Fortunately, these are the engine parts that are particularly easy to clean. This is how it works:
- Disconnect spark plug cable
- Use a suitable spark plug wrench to remove the spark plug
- Remove coarse dirt with a brush
- Apply a spark plug cleaning spray (€16.00 on Amazon) and let it take effect
- Rub any remaining dirt particles with a cloth
It is important to note that you do not use abrasives or a blasting machine to remove stubborn dirt. Use the key to screw in the cleaned spark plug and make the cable connection. If during cleaning you notice burnt electrodes or cracks in the porcelain, please replace the spark plug with a new one.
Clean air filter for a clean engine - this is how cleaning works
The majority of manufacturers recommend replacing the air filters at intervals of 25 operating hours. The filters may already be heavily contaminated before this point, meaning that dirt and dust can reach the carburettor or the engine. Therefore, supplement the regular cleaning of the mower deck and cutting unit with a quick cleaning of the air filter. How to do it right:
- Remove and disassemble the air filter according to the manufacturer's instructions
- Tap the paper filter elements clean and reinsert them
- Replace heavily soiled paper filters
If it is a foam filter, you can clean it with hot water and a few squirts of dishwashing detergent. Then wrap the filter in a dry cloth and wring it out. Once the component has dried, insert it again.
Tip
Cleaning your lawn mower is a good opportunity to check the oil level. In very dusty or wet conditions, more oil is consumed and should be refilled in a timely manner. So make it a habit to check the oil level before or after cleaning your lawnmower.
