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Spring is right around the corner, and with it comes the need for lawn and yard care. Now is the ideal time to perform spring maintenance practices on your power equipment so it’s ready to take action when warm weather arrives.

For your benefit, Wagoner Power Equipment of Englewood, OH, offers the following power tool tuneup tips for spring. They carry a wide selection of high-quality chainsaws, hedge trimmers, lawnmowers, and multi-task tools to make your yard work easier and less time-consuming.

Top 5 Power Equipment Tune-Up Tips for Spring

1. Sharpen Blades

Power equipmentSharpen the blades of your lawnmower, chainsaw, hedge trimmers, and other cutting tools to make them safer and easier to operate. Inspect the cutting cord of your weed trimmer to ensure it’s free of nicks, and replace it if necessary.

2. Check Electrical Cords

Inspect the power cords of any electrical tools, such as AC lawn mowers, leaf blowers, and hedge clippers, and confirm they aren't frayed or revealing bare wires. If they are, bind the cords tightly with electrical tape to prevent electric shock.

3. Change Oil

If you did not change the oil in your lawn mower last fall, do so now. Let the mower idle until warm, then shut it off. Drain the oil completely, and replace it with the grade recommended by the manufacturer.

4. Replace Filter & Plugs

The spark plugs and air filter in your power equipment need attention as well. These should be replaced every year.

5. Add Fuel

Old fuel can break down and gum up your engine if you don't use additives to stabilize it. If there’s fuel in the mower from last fall, drain the tank and discard it—unless you added fuel stabilizer before storing it for winter. Leave space at the top of the tank, as fuel can expand when temperatures rise.

As the top STIHL retailer in Englewood, OH, Wagoner Power Equipment offers red carpet customer service you won’t find at major chains. Their team is happy to help you find the ideal equipment for your needs. Visit their website to view current promotions and rebates, and call (937) 836-9611 to discuss your needs with a friendly expert.

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