PREPARING YOUR JOHN DEERE LAWN 

mower FOR SPRING

It’s just beginning to get a little brighter and warmer outside! This can only mean one thing—spring is coming! Here are the steps you should take to safely get your lawn mowers ready for use. 

Check Your Air Filter: Many lawn mower users do not notice dirty filters. Dirty air filters can cause your mower to lose power and waste fuel. As dirt builds up, a dirty air filter will make starting your lawn mower more difficult and could eventually cause the engine to overheat. 

Change Your Fuel Filter: Similar to air filters, fuel filters also get dirty. As a result, these dirty fuel filters could result in your tractor losing power. We suggest changing your fuel filters once a year, and spring is the perfect time since maintenance will already be occurring!

Pay Attention to your Mower Deck: Every spring, the mower deck should be removed and reattached. It is also important to pay attention to things that might need replaced. This includes the drive belt, blades, and mower deck lubrication. Paying attention to the mower deck ensures that your yard looks as pristine as possible. Along with this, it also keeps the riding mower in good condition, so it can last a long time. 

Inspect Spark Plugs: Dirty or faulty spark plugs can make riding mowers difficult to start. It can also make engines run unevenly, or potentially cause misfiring under load. This can be very dangerous for users. This is a very necessary item to check to ensure safety and proper functionality. 

If you have any questions about John Deere equipment, you can contact your local AHW dealership!