How Right store the trimmer?
With a trimmer you need to know not only Right contact and store correctly. Often owners gardening tools, without thinking about the properties of a gas or electric scythe, they simply throw the tool into the pantry and lock it. Under such conditions there is a possibility that trimmer will break. Let's figure it out properly store the trimmer Right.
Preparing the trimmer for storage.
If you put the trimmer in the closet at the dacha for a week, that’s one thing, but preparing the tool for “wintering” in the garden house is completely different. Before long-term storage For an electric trimmer, all wires are checked, and for a gas trimmer, all gasoline and oil are drained. However, some, on the contrary, do not advise doing this, in order to avoid drying out the gaskets in the mechanism. In our opinion, gasoline should still be drained - both from the engine and from the carburetor, because after 2-3 weeks a sediment may form in the liquid, and this will lead to damage to the lawn mower mechanism.
The best place for storage would be a dry above-ground storage room or a plastic-glazed loggia. But any place away from open fire, isolated from large temperature changes, and with normal humidity will do. If there are no options, and the humidity in the room is high, it is worth covering the trimmer with moisture absorbers. This will save the device from freezing and icing. If you notice that the trimmer is frozen, you should move it to another place, for example, to a closet in a heated room. However, not every gas trimer will fit in wardrobe, this rather refers to small portable and folding electric scythes. Therefore, a gas trimmer can be used with light hearted move to the garage.
Storing the Trimmer in the garage.
Preparing the lawnmower for winter.
What happens if storage conditions are violated?
Typically, all storage conditions for the device are indicated in its instructions. Therefore, you need to read it carefully and not throw it straight into the trash. If, for example, an electric trimmer is stored in the cold, it may freeze up, and when defrosting, the contacts will short out due to accumulated moisture. Such a breakdown is difficult to fix even in a service center. The metal parts of any trimmer can rust due to humidity, they will have to be replaced, or even buy a new trimmer.
If the gas trimmer keep close to a stove that is often heated, an explosion of residual gasoline vapors when a spark hits, or ignition, is possible. Here, not only the trimmer, but the entire garden house or cottage. How to properly store a trimmer or brush cutter - the right decision for mowing. After all options for storage locations have been considered and the most suitable one has been selected, a logical question arises.
What packaging should I store my trimmer in?
Better, of course, in the factory. If there is foam inside, then you are very lucky, it absorbs water. Store in plastic wrap trimmer It's not worth it, it causes condensation to accumulate. In the event that the original packaging is irretrievably lost, you can store the trimmer in a suitable sized box made of cardboard, plywood or boards. You can wrap the instrument in a breathable fabric, such as one made from natural fibers. The trimmer must also be transported in packaging.
How to transport a trimmer correctly?
We have already mentioned packaging. how to store in winter The trimmer will not start How to wind and choose correctly. If the trimmer is foldable, it should be folded. Gasoline and oil must be drained from the carburetor and trimmer motor before transporting it in the trunk. Check the electric trimmer for the presence of a static charge of electricity; if you feel a slight electric shock when touched, you should not put the electric trimmer on the first seat of the car.
And finally, useful advice : if you have already purchased an expensive device and do not want to waste money buying a new trimmer every year, please follow all storage and safety rules.
How to store garden equipment in winter (infographic)
Before placing gardening equipment on winter storage, you need to carefully prepare it - preserve it. The more complex the device, the more attention it will require. We have compiled for you the best method for conservation work.
At the end of the season, the “languid” gardening equipment is sent off for storage until the following spring. Often they simply drive it into a shed or lock it in the house, wiping it a little with a rag. If you have not prepared the equipment for wintering, it may not start in the spring, because the usual change in temperature and humidity conditions is a severe test for devices. This mainly applies to gas-powered tools; they need to be handled with particular care. And although the instruction manual usually provides comprehensive advice, let us recall the main storage rules garden equipment.
Before storing any tool, regardless of its type and purpose, it is necessary to wash, dry and inspect the parts for wear and replacement. There is nothing worse than water getting into moving or vulnerable parts and mechanisms. Freezing in unheated room, it turns into ice and damages system elements. From judgments fire safety It is also better to drain the gasoline from the gas tank. But there are other tips regarding oil - the equipment should not be left “dry”, therefore the oil is not removed for the winter, but changed.
When storing, fold equipment as indicated in the instruction manual.
Cutting parts (such as lawn mower blades) should be sharpened, and hinge joints should be cleaned of dust and dirt and lubricated. Check the condition of the fastening parts and power cord of the power tool, change them as necessary, without leaving them until spring. Next, we will look at each type of equipment and the requirements for its conservation in more detail.
This is, perhaps, one of the few tools for which there is work even in the cool season. True, the operating temperature range of a chainsaw is usually small due to the fact that it contains non-frost-resistant parts, gasoline and oil. If the manufacturer guarantees the operation of the tool at a temperature of -10°C, this is a very good indicator, and such a saw can be used practically all year round. If you leave country cottage area forever, then take care of appropriate conservation.
The “heart” of any chainsaw is a single-cylinder, two-stroke, carburetor-type engine. Another fundamental element is the chain. Most of the conservation advice is devoted specifically to caring for these 2 elements:
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1. Drain the fuel from the gas tank 2. Start the scythe and use up the remaining gasoline in the hoses AT IDLE.
About once a month, rotate the crankshaft to renew the lubricant on the connecting rods and in the cylinders with pistons.
If you have power saw, then all you need for preservation is to lubricate the saw bar and chain with a protective lubricant.
This unit is sent to a “well-deserved rest” in the fall, and is removed towards the end of spring. Due to such a long “downtime”, the requirements for the conservation of lawn mowers are very high.
The main elements of a gas lawn mower are the engine and the cutting parts. These are the ones you should pay maximum attention to:
Before cleaning the unit for the winter, check the integrity of all contacts and inspect them for oxidation and rust. Otherwise, the electric motor does not require any special conservation measures. Recharge the battery for the winter, clean the body, deck and blades of grass and sharpen them if necessary.
You need to be able to not only handle the trimmer correctly, but also store it correctly. Often gas or electric scythes are simply thrown into the barn, where they lie until spring. Such negligence can be costly.
Petrol trimmers are powerful and compact devices designed for cutting grass. Proper storage– one of the components of their long and uninterrupted operation.
U electric trimmer Before winter storage, check the integrity of the wires, insulation and contacts. Avoid sudden temperature fluctuations and do not leave the trimmer in the cold. The resulting condensation can damage contacts and other elements of the device.
Such “serious” agricultural machines as cultivators and walk-behind tractors require appropriate care. Abundance of details and complex device It doesn’t always allow you to completely clean the cultivator, and especially the walk-behind tractor, from dirt, but it’s still worth trying.
Every year, summer residents are faced with the problem of preserving equipment before winter storage. Are you sure you know all the details?
It's no secret that before winter storage of equipment, it needs to be cleaned as much as possible and checked for problems with operation and startup. And the more high-tech the device, the longer it will take. Especially to save your effort and time, we have prepared an excellent list of tasks for properly preserving garden equipment for the winter.
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Whether it’s a walk-behind tractor or an ordinary shovel for digging potatoes, you must wash it garden tools, let it dry and check all parts and connections for signs of wear before storing it in a dark corner of your garage or shed during an extended period of cold weather.
Maybe, nothing could be worse than moisture, which randomly remained in the dynamic components of the power tool. Freezing, it begins to deform vulnerable parts, rendering any equipment unusable. For personal reasons, it is also worth draining the gasoline, but as for the oil, you absolutely should not touch it. The technique must not be allowed to become “dry”.
Chainsaw- This is probably one of only a few garden tools that can be used just as effectively in winter as in summer. True, when it comes to the operating temperature of the chainsaw, things are worse here, because... gasoline and oil inside it are far from the best frost-resistant substances. But if the manufacturer states that the chainsaw can be used at temperatures (-10°C), this gives the right to safely use the tool. Otherwise, it is better to prepare the chainsaw for proper conservation.
It can be said that " The heart of any chain saw is a single-cylinder two-stroke engine. carburetor type, of equal importance to which is the chain. Exactly proper care maintenance of these mechanisms will ensure long-lasting and trouble-free operation of your chainsaw.
Note! About once a month it is necessary to turn the crankshaft. This will allow the lubricant to be evenly distributed between the connecting rods and pistons.
Service principle:
Similar equipment every winter deservedly goes on "rest" even with the arrival of autumn, but it comes into operation again only with the beginning of spring. Therefore, when it comes to lawn mowers, their conservation must be treated with great scrupulousness.
The main components of a lawn mower is the engine and mowing parts. They are the ones who deserve maximum attention:
Trimmer- this is perhaps the least demanding garden tool to store, but it also needs to be not only handled correctly, but also looked after. Don't just throw your lawn mower in the shed and forget about it until spring. Such negligence can be costly.
Conservation rules:
Now it's time to talk about " heavyweights". Walk-behind tractors and cultivators are serious units in the arsenal of any gardener. Therefore, they, like no other, need, first of all, high-quality care. Many components, complex mechanisms and dynamic components do not always allow for comprehensive cleaning of such equipment, but trying is not torture and we'll try.
Preservation procedure:
Interesting fact! Did you know that every third gardener does not know how to store equipment in winter?
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A lawn mower is one of the most commonly used pieces of equipment in the garden. We use it on average 20 to 30 times throughout the year, so proper care and maintenance is necessary to keep it running smoothly and without causing problems. See what its maintenance looks like in practice and what it means to preserve a lawn mower for the winter. Here simple ways have well-functioning equipment for many years.
An efficient lawn mower uses up to 30% less fuel if properly maintained. Regulatory Maintenance can be provided by any user.
Owners of electric mowers will have less work, more work if they are equipped with an internal combustion engine, since its regular maintenance is more complex and often involves the need to visit a service center and specialists.
After each mowing of the grass, it is necessary to thoroughly clean the lawn mower - first of all, from the bottom. For this we can use brushes or compressed air, and if this equipment is gasoline-powered, a jet cold water. This allows us to reach every nook and cranny quickly and efficiently. It must be remembered that the grass remaining there reduces the strength of the materials and leads to corrosion.
In a mower with an internal combustion engine, it is also worth checking the air filter from time to time. effective work which contributes proper operation engine. If it is dirty, carefully clean it, and when heavy pollution it needs to be replaced.
In the case of an electric lawn mower, the wires must be checked when problems occur. Otherwise, no intervention is required. More attention will have to be paid to the gasoline or diesel unit.
Routine activities include checking the spark plugs and changing the oil, which should be done after every 25 hours of operation of the mower.
It is best to do this after the fuel in the tank has completely burned out, because this increases the level of safety (there will be confidence that things will not lead to spontaneous combustion).
After the fall, the equipment must be properly treated so that next year it can function efficiently and without failures. How to prepare a lawn mower for winter?
After thorough cleaning, it will be good to lubricate the bottom and that's it. metal elements(including blades) with oil that will protect the lawn mower from rust.
It is also worth remembering to remove and sharpen the blades. This improves the functionality of the subassembly and affects the efficiency of the work performed.
Combustion engine mower users should also be mindful of emptying the fuel container. It is also a good idea to preserve your lawnmower engine. To do this, you need to open the hole and inject a little oil into the tank. During the first spring start, the oil will burn out, but the engine will run normally.
How to store a lawn mower in winter? Remember that the equipment must be wintered in the working position, that is, horizontally. Otherwise, the air filter may be flooded or an oil leak may occur. Proper storage of a lawn mower in winter also means placing it in a dry place where it will not be exposed to the harmful effects of moisture.
If you use these simple but working and useful tips, preserving your lawn mower for the winter will allow you to do without expensive repairs and the even more expensive purchase of a new thing in the spring.
After the spring-autumn period of working with a lawn mower, it’s time to prepare it for winter storage, In order for it to successfully continue working after winter, it is worth considering a few tips before storing it.
Here we have collected a few for you valuable advice care:
Must be thoroughly cleaned before storage brush cutter(electric mower) from dust, debris and remnants of mowed grass. Check that all mounting screws and fastening components are securely tightened.
Fully empty fuel tank And work out fuel residues that remain in carburetor(to empty the carburetor, you need to let the lawn mower run at idle until the engine stops on its own). Check the device for dirt and, if necessary, allow it to dry. Check technical condition and, if necessary, rinse in fuel fuel filter.
Unscrew candle and examine it. If the spark plug has "reddish" electrodes, then it is fine. If the spark plug looks different, it will need to be cleaned or replaced. It is also recommended to check the brightness of the spark produced by the spark plugs. To do this, we put a candlestick on the spark plug, and its lower part is in contact with the cylinder and, pulling the starting cable (note that the lever is not in the STOP (0) position), we observe the color of the spark. The working color of the spark is bright blue! If orange, red, or different from what is expected, you need to check the gap between the central and side electrodes with a feeler gauge (reduce or increase the gap if necessary).
After checking the spark plug, take a 10 ml syringe and add that volume of engine oil to the combustion chamber (cylinder). Then you need to pull the starting cable several times so that the piston with rings evenly distributes the oil to the cylinder walls.
Check the starter for squeaking. The appearance of a squeak may indicate that abrasive has gotten between the coils of the return spring (located under the cable pulley). To fix it, you need to remove the pulley and return spring, then thoroughly wipe these parts and the places where they are installed.
Remove metal knife and clean it. Also check for damage (cracks, chips) and apply anti-corrosion protection. If necessary, you can take your metal knives to a specialized "Service center" KHK company for sharpening and balancing.
To save plastic cutting wire elastic, remove the spool of string from cutting head and store it in a humid place. Two to three days before the start of the new season, put the string in water - this will preserve its flexibility and elasticity (this also applies to blades of the STIHL PolyCut 6-3 trimmer head).
Best to store mower in a suspended state- to save space, you can fold the scythe handle.
All model range of brush cutters produced by STIHL is presented in "Catalogue" site. You can buy a brush cutter (trimmer) in specialized stores of the KHK company at the manufacturer's price. Quality certificates and guarantees are provided, service and repairs are provided. You can always get free professional advice from the company’s managers on the operation and storage of tools.
