How often you should change your lawn mower’s oil

We simply use oil for all machines to keep them running smoothly and keep the parts from being worn or even broken. Like all kinds of machines, lawn mowers need to use oil to keep the parts together and keep the machine working smoothly.

The oil of the lawn mower varies depending on each kind, models or brands of lawn mower. However, most of them consider substances that help with anti-wear, cleaning, as well as other substances. 

Recently, people has been using synthetic oil as a great option for lawn mower. This oil is especially great for machines to work under harsh conditions such as cold, hot weather or dusty ground.

With that being said, no matter how good your oil is or whether working in which conditions, regular changes are always needed. We will explain to you why you should change your oil often.

As we have mentioned before, like any other machine, lawn mowers use oil to make all of its parts work smoothly. When your lawn mower is moving around, or simply when you just put the machine there, the oil will eventually break down. 

After times, the oil becomes contaminated, as it might be mixed with dirt and debris. This is because one function of the oil is that it helps the machines clean all the debris and substances that come out of the engine while the machine is working. Then even if you are using your lawn mower in a clean area with little to no dust, then the oil will still get dirty.

If you keep using the same oil for a long period of time, then your machine will decrease in performance as well. This is because the oil in your lawn mower has some substances that prevent oxidation, which makes your machine stay in good condition longer. Failing to change your oil can lead to your machine getting old or weaker more easily.

The answer for how often you should change your oil actually depends on the models you are using, as well as the climates and environment that you are using your lawn mower. However, we suggest that you should change your oil at least every 50 to 100 hours of use. If you forget to count the hour, then remember to change it at least once a year. Remember to change the oil more often if you have to use your lawn mower more than usual, or if you have to use it in hot or cold climates.

Don’t forget to check your oil frequently too. No matter how you use it, dirt and dust can still have the smallest amount that will be mixed with the oil. This will create substances that can make your engine wear down more often.

You should change your oil more often if you use your lawn mower in hot weather. If the heat is too high, the oil can wear down more often too.

Changing your lawn mower’s oil is not that difficult, and in some way it is even easy. A new engine’s oil color will usually be amber, while old oil is usually dark. You can change your oil by following these steps:

• Step 1: Unplug and turn off your motor: you don’t want to get electrocuted when you are just simply changing your oil.
• Step 2: Empty out the old oil: You can do it by draining the old oil out of the engine. Start by removing the dipstick from the oil filler tube. Tip the mower to drain the oil. Don’t get rid of the used oil right away, pour them into some plastic milk jug or some container. Keep it in a safe place so you can recycle them later.
• Step 3: Fill in with new and clean oil: When the old oil is all out, then it’s time to refill with some new and clean oil. We believe that most engines need around 5 out 8 quart, which is usually 20 ozs. We believe that this level is enough. You can add oil if you feel needed, but don’t over fill it.

There is also another way to drain the old oil out of the engine. You should find a plug that is on the bottom of the engine. Place a pan or some container right on the ground down the. You can start by unscrewing the plug. The oil will pour itself into the container you just put in. Don’t forget to lower your mower down on its wheels so that all the oil drains. If you do this, replace the plug. Then, place your lawn mower on a level surface. Starting to fill the engine with clean oil through the filler hole near the engine’s base.

1. What kind of oil should I use for my lawn mower?

We believe there are two main kinds of oil to use: the 2-stroke and 4-stroke engine oil, depending on the engine of your lawn mower. Don’t forget to always use new and clean oil when you are changing from your old oil.

2. How does changing the oil affect my lawn mower’s performance?

If you change your oil more often, the machine can work at its peak for longer. However, you don’t have to change it every time you use it. Just change it for 2,3 times per year if you have to use your lawn mower more often. If you don’t change your oil, your machine may not work effectively and it might even break down if you don’t change it for too long.

3. Do different types of lawn mower require different frequencies of oil changes?

We believe this is true. This is because the different types of machines may require different types of fuels for their engines. However, you should increase the frequency especially when you are working in a harsh environment such as hot, cold weather or dusty areas.