Q. What exactly is ready to mow?
A. Now preventative maintenance is reduced to its simplest form - you call, we come. A factory-trained service technician will bring our 12-point service right to your doorstep, much like a doctor who makes house calls.
Q. What are the benefits of ready to mow service?
A. The word convenience says it all. You can say good-bye to searching for the right tool to get the job done or lugging your mower to a service center and waiting for your mower's return. A Ready To Mow technician will come to your home in a specially designed trailer to service any make of lawn mowing equipment. The trailer is outfitted with a lift, an oil vacuum system, a blade grinder and a blade balancer. The design of the trailer allows the technician to perform the maintenance inside the trailer so there's no mess on your driveway or in your yard.
Q. What's included in the ready to mow service?
A.
- Inspect belts for wear, adjust tension.
- Clean engine compartment.
- Replace spark plug(s), adjust gap.
- Inspect or replace air filter.
- Check battery voltage and continuity.
- Change and dispose of oil and replace filter.
- Grease axle and mower spindles.
- Test operation of brakes, carburetor and transmission.
- Sharpen blades, check balance and straightness to avoid vibration.
- Clean built-up debris from under mower deck.
- Test operation of safety systems.
- Check tire tread and pressure.
Q. How long does the service take?
A. Service for walk-behind mowers takes approximately 30 minutes. Riding lawn mowers may take up to 1 hour.
Q. What are the advantages of maintaining my lawn mower?
A. Regular maintenance is important for the safety and performance of your lawn equipment. Additionally, your lawn will benefit. Many lawn problems result from dull or poorly balanced mower blades that can shred grass, leaving it susceptible to fungus, disease and infestation. Regular maintenance can help keep your lawn healthy by keeping your mower blades sharp and in balance. Both ensure a clean, even cut.
Q. How often should my mower be serviced?
A. Please refer to your owner's manual for the recommended service intervals.
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