Maintenance Tips for Zero-Turn Mowers

Zero-turn mowers can make an enormous impact on your everyday landscaping and gardening tasks. Whether you acquire a zero-turn mower for commercial or personal use, you’ll find that it will increase your efficiency so you can get more done throughout the workday. The best way to ensure these mowers operate the way they should and give you great results is through adequate maintenance

Twin Hills Equipment of Byhalia, MS carries a great assortment of zero-turn mowers to satisfy the different landscaping needs of our clients. If you’re interested in any of our mowers, we recommend using this guide to keep it running smoothly at all times.

Clean the Mower Deck

Zero-turn mowers are engineered to have the mower deck located at the front of the machine as opposed to the back. The mower deck takes on the task of trimming and is therefore the area of your mower that will be exposed to the most debris and dirt while you work. Allowing clippings, mud and other harmful elements to accumulate on your mower is guaranteed to cause rust due to the trapped-in moisture being held against the deck. This debris can also clog your mower and damage your discharge mechanism by restricting airflow through your machine. Simply clearing these items and washing your mower deck will reduce your risks of accumulated damage to your mower later on.

Sharpen Blades

No mower can give you the crisp and uniformed trim you’re looking for if the blades aren’t sharp. Dull blades simply shift around and tug at the grass to make for a very untidy trim, especially in areas where the grass is tougher to cut. Make a habit of sharpening your mower blades at least twice a year and you’ll find that your zero-turn mower will continue to do its job optimally. If you’re not familiar with the process or don’t have time, you can always bring your mower in for a proper servicing to keep it working effectively.

Proper Storage

While zero-turn mowers are known as powerful and durable pieces of equipment, they still require some degree of protection. At the end of the workday, the best thing for your mower is for it to be stored somewhere safe from the elements. Exposure to rain, snow or excessive heat can pose a number of threats to your mower and result in costly repairs. Aim to store your mower somewhere where the temperature remains consistent and is free of dust and moisture. This step could be the difference between having a long-lasting mower and having to spend money on repairs constantly.

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