Now that you’ve parked your lawn mower for the winter what should you do?

• Drain the gasoline from the tank. Try using a turkey baster to get all that gas out.
• Once a year replace the oil. (Frequently check and maintain proper levels throughout the season.)
• Replace the airfilter. (Filter should be cleaned frequently during the mowing season.)
• Spray the cylinder with a little oil (WD40) to keep moisture out.
• Sharpen the blade.
• If you have small children consider disconnecting the spark plug wire to prevent inadvertent start-ups.

You follow these same guidelines when storing your gas powered blowers and string trimmers.