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Putting Your Lawn Mower Away For the Season By: Jonathan Bille  |
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 Let’s be real about this, Lawn Mowers are not inexpensive pieces of equipment. So when you finish cutting your lawn this year, it’s important that you prep and prepare your lawn mower for winter storage.
Before you begin, run your lawn mower until all the gas has been exhausted. A lawn mower shouldn’t be stored with gasoline still in it, and although you can use a fuel stabilizer, it easier and cheaper to put less gas in the mower before you finish mowing for the year and then to let the remaining gas burn up, leaving the tank empty for storage.
Okay, so let’s have at it:
Before you begin to do anything, disconnect the spark plug lead wire connected to the top of the spark plug. Disconnecting the lead wire will ensure that the mower doesn’t accidentally start up while your prepping it for winter storage.
Start by cleaning the mower. Brush off all grass clippings and debris that is clinging to he mower. Use a stick to remove any and all grass clippings that are stuck to the underside of the mower. Never stick your hands in the blade area, even if the spark plug is disconnected.
If you have a riding mower, it’s a good idea to remove the battery. Wipe the removed batter off with a cloth and store the battery in a cool dry place, away from gas cans, or the furnace or water heater. You may want to clean the battery terminal using a wire brush or a battery cleaning product.
When it comes to storing your mower for the winter, always choose a location that is dry such as a garage or a garden shed. Never store your lawn mower in the basement. And never store the mower next to a furnace or hot water tank, or any appliance that has a pilot light.
This may not sound like a lot of work, and it isn’t. But it is none the less, an important part of keeping your lawn mower in good working order and to prevent damage that can be caused by the hard, cold winter months. The little extra effort may make all the difference.
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