Lawn and Brush Equipment Chapter #20

Work Safely Remove spark plug wire before servicing Storing fuel Oily rags Hydrogen gas from batteries Hydraulic pressure

Lawn Mowers Rotary and Reel Mowers Push-Type and Self-Propelled Mowers Optional Features Engine Starting Minor Checks

General Maintenance Periodic cleaning Sharpen blade Hand file Electric grinder -- V-Belts

Storing a Power Mower Clean grass bag and hand it up Clean mower of grass and mud Remove gas – run engine dry Drain oil and replace or put tag saying no oil Put oil (Marvel’s) in cylinder Leave spark plug lead disconnected Throttle and choke closed Lubricate as described by manufacturer Coat blade with grease to prevent rusting??? Store in cool dry place

Removing a Mower from Storage Replace grass bag Fill crankcase with new oil Remove plug and spin engine by hand Clean and oil air filter Clean oil filter or replace Fill w/ fuel Replace spark plug lead Start engine and let idle till warmed up Increase engine speed in normal manner Make test run If doesn’t start, review troubleshooting chart

Chain Saws Chain Saw Designs Safety Features Rules for Safe Operation Avoid kickback

Chain Saw Maintenance Fuel and Carburetor Cylinder Fins Air Cleaner (Filter) Fuel Filter Lubrication Muffler Guide Bar Storage

String Trimmers and Brushcutters Design Features Handles and Cutters Grass cutting Brush cutting Operator Safety Starting and Safe Operation

Spring Trimmer and Brush cutter Maintenance Spool Replacement Carburetor Adjustment Lubrication Spark Plug Air Filter Muffler Starter Rope/Spring Breakage

Edger/Trimmer Edger/Trimmer Features Safety Features and Adjustment Rule for Safe Operation Maintenance Storage