The strong pull on the cable alone is not enough if you want to start your lawn mower correctly. To ensure that the device actually starts and the engine runs smoothly, important precautions must be taken. Read here how to correctly start a petrol lawnmower.
How do I start a petrol lawnmower correctly?
To start a lawn mower correctly, first check the oil and gasoline level, open the fuel tap, adjust the cutting height, release the engine brake, push the choke forward on the handle and pull the cable firmly. If necessary, repeat the starting process 2-3 times.
Check oil and gasoline before starting - tips for preparing to start
In order for your lawnmower to start at the first pull of the starter rope, the engine must have sufficient oil and gasoline available. Therefore, check the supply of these operating resources before turning on your petrol mower. How to proceed:
- Open the tank cap and take a look inside
- If no fuel is visible, fill with new fuel up to the mark on the inside
- Check oil level and add new oil if necessary
Please make sure that neither petrol nor oil drips onto the engine or mowing deck. As soon as you turn on the lawnmower, both substances burn, producing unpleasant smoke.
Starting a lawn mower in just 5 steps – this is how it works
If the fuel and oil levels are correct, place the lawnmower on a flat surface without stones or grass. In order to start the engine in an exemplary manner, the following 5 steps are required:
- Open fuel tap
- Adjust the cutting height on the wheels
- Release the engine brake by pulling the lever towards the handlebar
- Push the choke (throttle lever) located on the handlebar forward
- Grip the handle on the cable and pull firmly
If the engine doesn't start on the first pull, don't be discouraged and try two or three more times. As soon as the engine is running, regulate the fuel supply using the throttle lever. If an excess of gasoline is pumped into the engine, it begins to smoke because the combustion gases are not completely burned. This process causes harmful deposits in the engine.
Tip
After the last lawn cut, your lawn mower goes into its well-deserved winter break. To ensure that the engine starts again next spring, it should be carefully looked after before being put away. Clean the device thoroughly and let the engine run until the tank is empty. Old gasoline is the most common cause of a lawnmower not starting.
