To prolong the life of a lawn mower, it must be maintained. But this alone is not enough, so you should clean the lawnmower before putting it away for the winter season. We explain step by step how to proceed.
It can often be observed that a high-pressure cleaner is used. But like using a garden hose, this will damage the bearings and the carburetor and the electronics, assuming it's an electric lawnmower.
Step 1 - Remove grass clippings
So when cleaning, you should first remove the grass residue with a hand broom. But please be careful with the knives, you have to be careful with them, they are sharp.
Step 2 - Cleaning with a damp cloth
Then you should take a damp cloth and clean the lawn mower bit by bit.
Step 3 - Remove stubborn incrustations with a knife
Stubborn incrustations on the lawn and dirt can be removed with a knife. Never treat the electronics with water, otherwise the electrical engineer will be happy.
Step 4 - Clean the bearings with bone oil
If you want to clean the bearings, you can use bone oil, because it cleans as well as cares and repels moisture.
Step 4 - Rinse the grass catcher with water
Only the grass catcher may be sprayed with water, but should then dry properly.
The lawn mower may only be cleaned and stored in a closed room over the winter so that it can be used again the following year.