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You may have a Toro Recycler, TimeMaster, or even one of those Guaranteed to Start models. No matter what type of push mower you buy or the kind of engine used on the mower, it’s highly likely you’re going to eventually have a starting issue. The most likely reasons a Toro push mower won’t start …

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When your Cub Cadet riding mower or zero-turn won’t even click when you go to start it, it’s time to look at the electrical components. The most common causes are a dead battery, loose wiring, or a bad ignition switch. However, there are many other items that can prevent your mower from starting including the …

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The best scenarios to have when your zero turn seams weak on one side are a low tire, bad steering dampers, a hung-up brake, air trapped in the hydraulic system, or the load is unbalanced. You may need to change your hydraulic oil and filter or you may have a more serious and costly issue …

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There are many positive aspects of an electric mower such as reduced noise, ease of use, and no fluids to change. However, they can become just as frustrating as a gas mower when they won’t start. A DeWalt electric mower won’t start due to a dead battery, bad battery connection, bad safety switch, loose or …

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How Often Should You Change Your Mower Blades? Lawn mower blades should be changed once a year. Blades that are exposed to more dirt and gravel should be changed more frequently. Replace your mower blades annually when performing the routine annual service on your mower. If the blades you are replacing aren’t damaged and excessively …

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A SKIL electric mower won’t start when the motor is overworked, the power supply is insufficient, the electrical connection is bad, or the starting procedure is incorrect. This may be caused by a bad battery connection, a dead or faulty battery, a bad safety switch, loose or damaged wires, or a buildup of debris under …

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Having to run your chainsaw with the choke knob pulled out to engage the choke indicates you have a problem that must be fixed for the best performance. A SENIX chainsaw only runs with the choke on when the engine is getting too much air or not enough fuel. This can be caused by a …

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When trying to determine the reason your chainsaw has started to smoke, you’ll need to identify whether the smoke is coming from the bar or from the exhaust. Stop running your saw so you don’t cause additional problems and damage. A SENIX chainsaw is smoking due to increased friction between the bar and chain because …

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A chainsaw is a good tool to have on hand to clean up after a storm or to cut a little wood for heating. For most homeowners, it’s not an item you use regularly so it is frustrating when you go to use it and the engine won’t start. A SENIX chainsaw won’t start when …

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