Since moving from apartment style living to a home with a lawn, yard work has become an integral part of my monthly to-do list. I've got a good size lawn surrounding my home that usually needs a cut every other week. My lawnmower is a Sears walk-behind Briggs and Stratton push mower that I've had for about 3 years now. My gas trimmer is also from Sears and features a 32cc 2 stroke engine. Even with regular maintenance and recommended care tips as outlined in the manuals, both the mower and trimmer after about 2 years of faithful service began faltering. The mower was no longer running at full power and eventually the engine safety cable broke. The gas trimmer would start then quit. Pumping the trigger continuously was the only way for me to keep the engine running. I'm no engine expert, but was able to at least do the minimum troubleshooting on both the mower and the trimmer.
Check fuel lines for blockages Replace spark plugs Check air filters Dismantle, clean out carburetor Fresh gas and new oil
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Even after checking and implementing these steps, the fuel line running from the trimmer gas tank to the primer bulb deteriorated and then the primer bulb cracked. On the mower, the fuel completely stopped flowing through the carburetor. Eventually I had to consider the following three options:
Professional servicing at a cost that would most likely surpass the original cost of the equipment Replace both items with new ones which would make sense considering the potential cost of repair Fix it myself
Feeling there was more to gain than lose, I decided to try and fix the problems myself. However, I still had the following concerns:
Where I would get the parts and at what cost? Would it be worth my time? Could I actually do it myself?
I had checked my local Sears store for parts but was informed that I would have to contact a special department for the parts I needed. I opted instead to check on eBay. As it turns out eBay is a great resource for small engine parts. I found every part I was considering replacing. For less than I was able to pick up a replacement carburetor and engine safety cable for the lawnmower plus a new primer bulb for the trimmer. I also picked up replacement fuel lines and a gas cap O ring for the trimmer from ACE Hardware since it was slightly cheaper than what I could find on eBay. With the replacement parts in hand, and some great tips from do-it-yourself websites, I was able to successfully service the mower and trimmer. My lawn mower sounds fresh out of the box and the trimmer is finally purring normally again.
Cyber Monday Black & Decker LM175 18-Inch 6-1/2 amp Electric Mower 2011 Deals
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Cyber Monday Black & Decker LM175 18-Inch 6-1/2 amp Electric Mower Feature
- Powerful 6.5 Amp motor
- 18-inch cutting path; 100-foot range
- 1-lever height adjustment that adjusts all four wheels at once from 1 to 3-1/2 inches
- No gas, oil, or tune-ups to worry about; weighs only 35 pounds
- Limited lifetime warranty on deck; 2-year limited warranty on everything else
Cyber Monday Black & Decker LM175 18-Inch 6-1/2 amp Electric Mower Overview
If you're in the market for a solid, economical electric mower, the Black & Decker 18-inch electric mower is worth a look. Powered by a high-efficiency, 6.5 amp, Black & Decker motor, this mower offers quiet, hassle-free operation, without the mess and expense of gas-and-oil models. No need for tune-ups and pull starts, either. This mower weighs just 36 pounds, making it easy to push and maneuver in the lawn. It features an 18-inch cutting blade; side discharge (optional Black & Decker side bag assembly #BA-075 sold separately); a rust-proof, polymer deck; and one-touch height adjustment (from 1 to 3-1/2 inches). Tool-free assembly means you'll be up and mowing quickly, while a lifetime deck warranty and two-year warranty on the mower itself provide added peace of mind. --Carl ThressCyber Monday Black & Decker LM175 18-Inch 6-1/2 amp Electric Mower Specifications
Light and easy to push, the Black & Decker LM175 18-inch 6.5 Amp Electric Mower is an ideal mower for yards where an electrical outlet is within 100 feet of the furthest area to be cut. Features include an 18-inch polymer deck that discharges or side-bags with an optional bag (sold separately), a powerful 6.5 Amp electric motor, and a one-lever height adjustment that adjusts all four wheels at once from 1 to 3-1/2 inches. With no gas, oil, or tune-ups to worry about, this mower is easy to maintain. With a lightweight design (only 35 pounds), this mower comes with a limited lifetime warranty on the deck and a limited 2-year warranty on everything else.SAVE NOW on Cyber Monday offers below!
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