Basic Mower Care

Are you the handy do-it-yourself type? Then this section is for you. Learn how to take care of your power equipment in easy steps.

Know the 5 key areas and your engine will keep running smoothly:

  • Changing Your Oil
  • Changing a Spark Plug
  • Changing your Air Filter
  • Using the Right Fuel
  • Storing Your Equipment
    • Simple Maintenance Schedule

      Check Oil Level Change Oil Change Air Filter Change Spark Plug Change Fuel Filter
      Every 5hrs
      *After the first 5hrs of use
      Y Y*
      Once a season or 25hrs of use Y
      Once a season or 50hrs of use Y
      Once a season or 100hrs of use Y Y

      Taking care of your outdoor power equipment has several benefits:

      • Improves engine performance
      • Can reduce fuel consumption by up to 30%
      • Can reduce emissions by up to 50%.

      More Do–It–Yourself Resources

      See more do-it-yourself projects in our Lawn Care & Safety section.