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Lawn mowers are tools for cutting lawn grass. Traditionally these were mechanical and operated by human power, but most modern lawn mowers are electric powered or gasoline/petrol powered. They range in size form small push mowers all the way up to agricultural-sized tractor-towed implements

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Husqvarna R322T AWD blades engage with deck up after replacing middle belt

I had to replace the middle belt. I have the correct belt, have it on correctly but now the blades engage with the deck up. What would cause this?
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How long would a typical Everstart 12v lawn and garden battery last?

I'm using a 12v Everstart battery to power some speakers, I had wondered how often should I be expected to charge it? Same with my actual mower, my old craftsman doesn't have an alternator to recharge the battery while running, and that's a similar…
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what could be the problem if a lawn mower not start completely for Craftsman Lawn Mower Model #247377440

https://youtu.be/uV5H3kOkVfg detail video here! additional detail, I replaced the red power starter key, original one broke in half, and I did accidentally put engine oil in gas tank, and I drained all or almost all by heaving it tilted almost…
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Are there specific lawnmower spark plugs?

My mower needs a new spark plug. It won't start and the plug is covered in crud. It has been cleaned a couple of times before so I think I will just go for new. The spark plug model needed is NGK BPR6E. My question is whether there are different…
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Does a Hover mower with roller or a cylinder mower with roller better fit with my requirements?

I have a new large back garden with about 1/5 acre of grass. At the moment, the neighbor comes in and cuts for us on her ride-on. I've had electricity points put in all up the garden and would like an electric mower, I prefer electric. We like…
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What is the reason lawnmower blades require sharpening?

I once read that lawnmower blades should be sharpened approximately after 25 hours of use. (Of course this can obviously vary and the 25 hours isn't universal truth but rather a rough approximation.) What is the primary reason this sharpening should…
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How do you sharpen and balance quad cut mower blades?

Lots of guides for sharpening and balancing the more typical straight blades, but I can't find anything on quad cut blades. Is there something about them that makes them less susceptible to imbalance or something? Can anyone provide any guidance on…
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Does the 7.00 on Brigg & Stratton lawn mower indicate 7 horse power?

I’m confused by this lawn mower label. Does the 7.00 on this Brigg & Stratton lawn mower indicate 7 horse power or does it mean 7 torque?
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Should new lawn mower buyers purchase an electric lawn mower instead of a gas-powered lawn mower?

It seems like the world is transitioning to electric. Cars used to have carburetors. Then fuel injectors came along. People began buying cars with fuel injectors because they're superior. Now electric cars are replacing gas-powered vehicles. Are…
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mower died last fall; considering electric; do I just need a gas mower with a starter?

I think my trusty old Briggs finally died last fall. Was considering switching to electric, but re-considered after reading a thread here about it, about batteries not lasting long. It's really the starter that's been a pain. I've been doing the…
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What's a good one device solution for mowing a small lawn?

I recently moved into a new place which includes a very small, maybe 20 square metres, lawn with a terrace. I'm now wondering what I should get for mowing it. I would really prefer a solution which only requires me to buy one device. The lawn is…
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Grass dying where there are mower tire tracks

Why the grass is dying where there are mower tire tracks? Do I have some fungi problem?
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How to open the motor cover of craftsman electric lawn mower?

Problem The lawn mower suddenly stopped working during grass cutting Lawn mower details I have an old model of craftsman lawn mower (2013 model?). It says 20" corded 12 Amp electric on the top. I am trying to open its motor cover to find the…
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How to trim grass on edges using only manual tools?

I have decided to cut the grass around the house using a manual push mower which works like a charm, except on the edges. I have a lot of edges like the one in the picture below and I don't really know how to efficiently deal with it to make the…
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With a lawn mower rated for up to 2 acres, what's the risk of going beyond?

I have about 3 acres to mow, and all that I can afford is the one that's rated up to 2 acres. It's a John Deere ZTR 355R. This may seem like a stupid question, but you see on everything, take 2, and Grandma says 4 is fine. Terrible example I know...…
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