They should include this video instead of the crappy instruction sheet thats included with the product. Thank you.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks! That's one of the best compliments I've had.

@reverseapachemaster5459

Жыл бұрын

Totally agree! I was concerned about the oil and pulling the starter back with the tension it had!

@willywonka47

Жыл бұрын

I came straight to KZread ..

@billtrieshmann5979

Жыл бұрын

LOL-- yes, the manual is one of the worst I've seen (it makes IKEA look good)

@gwfann

Жыл бұрын

Agreed!!! This video was very helpful unlike the instructions. Thank you sir for posting.

I legitimately spent more time trying to read Crafstman’s worthless directions than it took to watch this video and get totally ready to mow. You’re the best.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Everybody, including myself, complains about their manual.

@Al-bh8on

Жыл бұрын

Their directions were so bad. They had literally pictures with no words for a bunch of it.

@justaguywhocantfindausername

Жыл бұрын

Sameeeeee. Thanks, Deer Park Home & Shop!

Thank you. The Craftsman directions skipped two very important steps, which I couldn't have gotten through without your help. Super!!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Glad it helped! Thanks for watching.

Lightweight is good and what did I use it for it’s a lawnmower kzread.infoUgkxTPN04aT-Qdjr_KS3ql7ng8wnU3wwsCqk also recommend Yes it is lightweight so hence not as robust as our old one. But if you take care it does the job really well.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

That's great! I wish mine was green. We are having a drought here in the Houston area. Where do you live?

The way you introduced the love of your life…. So sweet ❤️

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. She is definitely a keeper!👍

Thank you. I couldn't figure out the handle assembly based on the printed instructions UNTIL I saw your video. Thanks for being so thorough! Jon- Missouri

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 ай бұрын

Well, I'm glad the video helped you out. Thanks for watching.

this is the one great thing about KZread. Big companies like Craftsman and Lowes no longer have to pay to advertise the products they sell because their customers are now willing to do their advertising for them for free! This gives big companies like Craftsman and Lowes a HUGE savings now that they no longer have to pay for advertising!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

But if no one objectively review their products you would just have to take your chances when you buy a product, right?

Thank you sir for the very informative video. I picked this mower up after work, looked at the chicken scratch "instructions" and said screw it I'll wait 2 days for the weekend to put it together. Then my impatience kicked in and brought me to your channel and after watching the video I got it ready to go in no time. The good people at Craftsman owe you a paycheck for making this video for people like me with 2 jobs and little time to figure out their vague instructions. You're doing the Lord's work sir.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Well thank you for your kind comments and I understand your frustration. Viewers have often complained about these sketchy Instruction manuals for this and many other products on the market now. Wouldn't be nice if they put as much thought into the manual as they do their advertising. Also, it would be nice if Craftsman did send me a check or two. LOL.

Thank you, thank you, because I was wondering why the heck my lawnmower could not start. Those handle bars were stopping it. 😅

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Ай бұрын

Oops! Sounds like you got it figured out now though>

I had a lot of trouble following the manual that came with the mower---this video helped me so much. Thank you!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean. Sometimes I wonder if the people who wrote the manual have ever used the product. Thanks for your comment.

Thank you so much for the helpful video. I spent at least 3 times as long trying to understand the 3 sets of directions included with the lawn mower. I wish I had searched KZread first.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome! I had to read and reread much of the manual myself. Thanks for watching the video.

Fantastic video. Instruction weren't clear. You helped me with that alone. The rest of the video was just a huge plus for operation, maintenance, and review.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the positive comment. The poor manuals that these manufacturers put out are keeping me in business!

I just bought this mower today and I am so thankful for your video. It save me a lot of time family through the manual. I have to agree that this is an amazing mower and very easy to set up.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you Jeff. Good luck with you mower. Mine still cranks on the first pull!

You know. I've been researching for 3 weeks online. Looking at the lawn mowers of today because I need one before Spring gets here. I'm in Houston myself haha. And your video here confirms that I should stay with what is important to me. I'm 51 and love the Variable Speed control I had on my old Craftsman mower. It was RWD, something I will miss on this one, the M230. But the variable speed is more important than having RWD. I know they make the RWD but I hate that personal pace or thingy that just GO's at one fast speed. My old Craftsman had a lever just like the M230. I'm getting the M230 ASAP! Thank you fellow Texan!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I've had the mower for almost two years and I am still happy with it and it still cranks on the first pull! Like you I prefer the variable speed, mainly in that it is less complex than the personal pace. Just one more expensive thing to go wrong. I've also had RWD but here in ruler flat Houston, it's not as important as you know. It's been nice chatting with you neighbor. Thank's for watching the video, and "go Coogs!"

@dronereviewman9580

11 ай бұрын

I got a new craftsman lawnmower 3 years ago looks just like this. Was almost 400$. Starts up almost 1st pull everytime! But it's not holding up that great to tell ya the truth. Still works though!

Also thank you for this single mom first time homebuyer so I had nooo idea until watching your video

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

And they don't cover everything in the manual. Thanks for watching!

I’m glad I found this video! My dad and I love it

@deerparkhomeshop2471

8 ай бұрын

Great! Thanks for watching!

Followed step by step .. took one look at the instructions and straight here 😎

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I hoped the video helped. Like most products you buy now, the manual can be confusing and leaves out a lot.

Thank you for your time. Very helpful info.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

11 ай бұрын

Sorry. I thought I responded to your comment earlier. Probably didn't click the send button. Thank you for your comment and for watching the video.

Great video

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! Sorry for the late response. I somehow missed your comment.

Thanks for the video. I just bought this mower a couple of days ago. Your comments were very concise and informative. Also, your azaleas are amazing.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! I love azaleas, but I wish they bloomed through the summer. Best of luck with your mower!

Thank you pop pop. My mom and I set up the lawnmower with so much ease!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Well, thank you for watching my video!

Thank you very much ! Faster and easier than reading the manual.and set my mower.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

It's so much easier to watch a video than to try to understand their manual.

Thank you so much for your video. Clear, precise Instructions and explanations!!!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching the video.

Man this is the best mower review I've seen. I have one of those Craftsman mowers showing up today. Thanks for a great review!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

11 ай бұрын

You're welcome and I appreciate you watching the video!

Thanks for the help, Buddy. I really didn’t want to read through these instructions

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

It seems like you have to read them three times before they start making sense. Thanks for watching.

This video is very helpful, I just bought the M230 yesterday, this help me set up my lawnmower quicker. Thanks a million....

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for letting me know. It's good to know I'm on the right track with my videos.

My m230 carb has failed twice so Lowes warranty gave me my money back and said throw the mower away. Ill buy a carb and keep running it.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

So basically you got a free lawnmower. I'm almost jealous!😄 Seriously though, my mower has preformed flawlessly, but several other viewers have commented that they got lemons. Good thing they honor their warranties.

This was a great review!! Much appreciated and thank you.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your comment! Glad you liked the video.

Great video! I got gifted one of these and I feel ready to use thanks to you!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching and good luck with your mower!

This video helped. Thank you

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching!

Excellent video. Great commentary. My friend just bought one. This video is everything she needs to know about her new mower.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words and thanks for watching Derick.

Thanks for making this 😇😁. I literally had no idea what I was supposed to do. I feel the instructions didn’t exactly relay the exact instructions.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting. Manuals always seem to tell you everything except for what you really need to know.

You are the man, thank you for the straight to the point helpful video!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind comment. Nice to know that I'm on the right track.

Thank you so much!!!😊

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

You're welcome and thanks for watching!

Excellent video! Very well presented, very informative! Craftsman should hire you!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Man, I wish I could get on their payroll! Thanks.

Life saver 🙌

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful. Thank you for watching.

Great review, thank you!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

And thank you for watching!

This is so helpful. Thank you so much!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching.

Excellent video, helpful and informative. My set up was easy and I have you to thank for it!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the kind words and thanks for watching my video.

Unboxed ours and this video helped resolve cord issue. thought the mower was broke on a locked up cord. There was a bolt in the way and we had to extend the two black sticks on the sides. The written directions weren’t as clear as your video. Thank you.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you! This is a problem with manuals for many, many products.

PERFECT VIDEO!!! I love this m230, my parents bought this many years ago and it has NEVER failed. I hunted down one on fb marketplace cheap, and though the previous owner bent out the blade hitting something (i have as well), it still performs better than any mower ive had. HATE the new mowers on the market. You covered all the basis and I was like, what cons can you have? Ive always used the mulch mode, the bag is pointless imo. Im shocked its an add oil as needed (almost changed both mowers oil, may still do just cuz one is still original 8-10 years)....first start pull no prime never fails, its amazing!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

Thank you! like you, I am still happy with the mower and it still usually starts on the first pull. I have needed to add oil only once since I bought it but I am continually checking the oil level just in case.

Ty. Awesome well-instructed video & followed every step. Way better than the manuals guide. Keep up the good work. And thanks again.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for your kind comments Marian! I'm glad you liked the video.

Thank you for this video. It was really helpful and detailed

@deerparkhomeshop2471

7 ай бұрын

I appreciate that and thanks for watching.

Very, very helpful. I don't have the patience to do a video this good. I live on the slope of a mountain near the brow so your tip on getting a rear power mower might be wonderful advice for me. 😊😊

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

Sounds like you live in a very scenic place and you are right about the rear wheel drive being better on a slope. Front wheel drive works well here because we live on ruler flat coastal prairie.

Thank you very much for making this video!! I have never owned a self-propelled mower and I was undecided as to what type of handle style this mower had.. Pictures were confusing and letters were small....glad I found your tutorial for you gave me the confidence to set it up and operate this...will not use the bag..prefer the mulch option..my small yard in Florida has more weeds currently, aside from the "swale" by the road.. Again, Thank for your help!! Nancy K. a young 62yr old in North Port, Florida

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching the video Nancy and good luck with the mower. Feel free to contact me again if you think I can help. Us young folks have to stick together (I'm 72).

@nancykutz393

2 жыл бұрын

Got it together..took 2-3 pulls and it started...runs and cuts great..on #4 thanks Mike

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

@@nancykutz393 Glad to hear it, but I'm surprised that it took three pulls. Mine usually starts on the first pull.

@mingching2480

Жыл бұрын

Yes you are Ms. Nancy, my dad was still using his lawnmower at 102! that's what kept him in shape!!! keep it up!!!

@mingching2480

Жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 First timer using it today, it started on second pull but I was very disappointed that it did not have a strong pull... I'll try to look over it tomorrow because it was getting dark. Maybe there's an adjustment I have to do in order to make it pull with a little more rigor. thnx.

Love the video! Just subscribed!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching and subscribing! Welcome aboard. I apologize for my delay in responding. For some reason youtube blocked your comment.

Really nice video. Very helpful and greatly appreciated. 👍

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Glad it was helpful and I appreciate you watching the video.

Thank you 😊

@deerparkhomeshop2471

8 ай бұрын

Appreciate that. Than you for watching!

Great review 👌🏻 very thorough

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I appreciate the kind words. Thanks for watching.

Thank you so much

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

Thank you for watching.

Granny is still a strong woman. She said let's do this and unhesitatingly grabbed it like a boss. Good for her. Good for both of you:) My grandma was like that. She was no frail little old lady. Thank you for this beautiful introduction to and orientation to my new mower. It's gone up by 90 buck since you shot this informative comunicado.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

She is a strong woman, bot mentally and physically, and she can still run circles around me. Sounds like inflation got you on the purchase price.

I just got one similar but it didn't have the side discharge, which is what im used to, and I didn't understand mulching was so I only used the bag. I definitely got to try it without the bag.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I always mulch mine, that way you mow and fertilize at the same time.

Great video! I just purchased the m320 craftsman. I did notice with the mower that the lawn was cut shorter than I wanted. I had the front and rear set at the highest setting. Wondering if i may have to switch it out for something different? I live in FL and just had land graded and floratam installed. They have not returned with roller yet but grass took real good within three weeks and was super high. Advice?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

When I cut my grass on the highest setting it just seems too high for me and I have started cutting it at one notch lower. Floratam, I understand, is a hybrid version of San Augustine which is what I have, so it shouldn't be much different. I think most folks here cut it even shorter than I do so they won't have to mow as often. I'm using the M230 mower which may have a different wheel setup. My only advise would be to return the mower if you can or try to find larger diameter wheels. Measure your blade height above grade at the highest setting before you do a return so you can make sure the next mower you get will actually cut higher. Sorry I can't be more help.

Nice video. Hate the mower. This is the second Briggs and Stratton engine I’ve had. I was bound and determined not to buy another after all of the problems I had with the first (impossible to keep debris out of the carburetor so it had to be disassembled and cleaned before every other mow to get it to start). Horrible air intake design. The design of the m230 intake was better, and I did not want to go to an electric mower yet, so I swallowed my pride and bought the M230 from Lowe’s at $459(!) even though it has a Briggs and Stratton. Right out of the box, there was no manual, oil, or side discharge chute. Watched this video, realized it should have come with all that, and do I boxed it up and took it back to Lowe’s. It is very important to me to support businesses here and buy American, but I’m going electric after this. Very disappointed.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

Sounds like you probably got a mower that had already been returned by someone else and had been repackaged. My M230 has preformed flawlessly since I made the video. Let me know how well the electric mower works for you. I have a fairly large yard and I'm concerned that I may not have enough battery charge to do the whole thing, but I could be dead wrong about that.

The pace control system is the adjustment of the trigger throttle to see how fast u want the to turn front wheels which determines your walk behind speed.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

3 жыл бұрын

Hello Mike, thanks for your comment. Actually, the more expensive Craftsman M320 has a true pace control system. Here is their definition: "PACE CONTROL SYSTEM: Comfortably walk at your own pace while the mower automatically adjusts to match your natural stride." The M230 in, my review, has variable speed which has to be manually adjusted to your desired speed. Like most people, I was confused on this point before I did the research for the video.

Thx for sharing. Great video. I only go with RWD bag and mulch much better but more expensive.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I've had both FWD and RWD mowers. This Craftsman FWD is much better than the mowers I've had in the past, but, really, if you use the bag, it makes sense to have that extra weigh where the drive wheels are. Thanks for reaching out to me.

Great video sir.... very helpful 👍🏿

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for commenting Christopher. It's good to know I'm on the right track.

I’m considering purchasing this for the lesser M220 this weekend. I have a gift card for Lowe’s so this is basically the only gas mall where I can buy. I’ve heard some horror stories about the new Briggs engines, I understand you have to store them properly, but I’m hearing of problems on top of problems with these mowers. Would you still buy one today?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

I've had nothing but good luck with mine. I have to mow my lawn weekly so storage is not a problem. For winter, its common practice in the Houston area to drain the gas and then start the mower and let it run until it quits. If you live north of here and have extremely cold winters, you may need to check and see if there are special steps to take. You should do this for Honda or any 4cyl. engine as well.

My last Craftsman had a 'catch' that would hold that back grass catcher door open till you returnrd and put the grass catcher back on. This newer model, it slams down and you have to lift and hold it up while you put the bag back on. Which side should you turn the mower on when you need to scrape the underside or remove the blade? The old mower it was ok to turn it over on the gas fill side, but when I did with this new mower, the air filter got lots of 'oil' in it and had to buy a new one. Can I turn it on the other side? The "manuals" today have very little info in them, I don't even have a parts list!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I was able to manage the lift door and attach the bag, but I don't use the bag much. You can take an appropriately size bungee cord and hook one end under the front of the mower and the other end on the doors edge and this will hold it open until you get the bag positioned. I have never had to scrape the underside of the mower. I use the top water port with the hose turned fully on. I run the mower two to three minutes and the underside gets good and clean. To change the blade, I would lift the air filter side of the mower as little as possible. I actually put mine on top of my workbench and lift and support the side with wood blocking until I'm done. This is just my method. I agree that the manual is really lacking but most modern manuals are. Try sites like partstree.com and ereplacements.com for parts lists and diagrams. Hope this helps.

At the 8:30 mark, what kind of bush is that with the pink petals? I, too, have one in my yard that only seems to bloom for roughly 3 weeks or so at the beginning of Spring. Any tips to get better results? Thanks!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

8 ай бұрын

It's a cluster of three mature azaleas which is a very popular shrub here in the Houston area. Unfortunately they only bloom a few weeks in spring and I have never heard of a way to extend the blooming season. They are stunning while they are blooming though.

I love this authentic, Southern American accented English. While all the southern accents may sound similar to a Northerner or an international visitor, there are a plethora of different distinguishable varieties and flavors. Likewise I have never heard two different British accents that sounded the same to me.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

The funny thing is I try very hard not to sound like a Texas hick, so I guess I haven't fully succeeded. And you're dead on about accents. It's been said that America and the UK are two peoples separated by a common language. We like British TV but sometimes we have to turn on the subtitles. Thanks for your comment.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I meant to ask where you hail from, since you are obviously not a Southerner.

@juancarlosmontes

Жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 Spent a couple decades in Seattle, followed by a couple more in Dallas. We love Texas enormously. I'm so glad to have raised our kids here.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

@@juancarlosmontes I love living here in Texas, but love to visit other places. Pacific northwest is a beautiful place and we hope to plan a trip there in the near future.

I dont use the mulch bag either on mine. The lawn in front of a house, needs top soil in where it is straight. When you use a mulch bag on a front lawn, after a few years your top soil os going to sink down in some areas. Same thing applies to a back yard, except its appearance generally isnt as precious as the frontal view. Mulching lowers your top soil because the initial grass you are cutting used the soil when it grew, so it needs to go back to the soil to keep the level

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I agree. I've been told that the only thing you have to worry about in the long run is that too much thatch may build up under the grass. So far I've dodged that bullet. Thanks for watching!

I am a senior and walk slowly will the mower accommodate.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

There is an adjustment wheel on the handle that allows you to set the forward speed to your own taste. I'm 73 and I have no problems, although I tend to walk faster than normal at my age.

Hello, your videos are so helpful. Do you need a replacement cable for the machine?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 ай бұрын

Mine's ok. Are you having cable problems?

@Erilolen

2 ай бұрын

We just need installation videos for our products and I found that you have a Craftsman Mower. But I can't find your email address.@@deerparkhomeshop2471

Just one question what brand the oil i have to add and why people add oil to the gas thank you

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Ай бұрын

Craftsman recommends 10w-30 oil for the oil filler cap or crankcase, if you prefer. You DO NOT add oil to your gasoline. It has a 4 cycle engine. You add oil to the gasoline for 2 cycle engines like chainsaws and weedeaters.

Looking at picking this one up. Yours still running strong?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Yes it is and it still usually starts on the first pull.

I just got this exact model last night and started putting it together. The pull cord on the mower isn't budging. Does anyone know what to do about that?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Mine was hard to pull out and then secure on the handle. If it won't budge at all, you probably need to talk to the seller. You could loosen the spark plug to reduce compression, but I wouldn't do anything like that without talking to them. Don't want to mess up your warranty.

@maddogj323

Жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471I didn't pull the handle out fast enough and it was preventing the blade to turn. It's fixed now. Thanks.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

@@maddogj323 OK. Glad you got it squared away.

Great video! What’s mulch mode?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

Mulch mode is when you don't use the bag or the side discharge adapter. The mower deck stays sealed and the combination of the mower design and the spinning blade pulverize the clippings and, since they art not discharged, they return to ground and "mulch" the yard. This design is very common among many brands of mowers.

@CashMopar

10 ай бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 I think I’m sold!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

@@CashMopar Well, I wish you the best of luck with it. I haven't had a single problem with mine.

Just used it for the very first time, the self propel feature is very weak, not like the old mowers of the past... it cut well, but it just doesn't have enough pull... does anyone know how to adjust something on it so as to actually feel like this thing is pulling? thnx.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

There is a small dial or wheel built into the self propelled handle assembly that adjusts the speed of the pull. Pull the handle back and turn it until you get the desired speed.

I bought this mower last year and used it 3 times. Just pulled it out yesterday and it would not start . Any ideas or advice ?

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Unfortunately, you need to either make it a point of starting your gas equipment every few weeks during the winter season or draining the carb. before you store it. Gasoline tends to "shellac" up in the carb. as it gets old and then it won't start. There are also additives you can buy to help prevent this. I had this happen to my $700.00 generator. One quick test is to buy some starting fluid at the auto parts store. Remove the air filter and spray it in the air intake. Crank it, and if it starts it means that the electrical system is working. If it keeps running, let it idle for a while to get the gunk out of the carb. If it runs a few seconds and quits, then it is probably shellaced up and will need repair. If it's still in warranty, see if Craftsman will cover it. I wish I had better news for you. Please let me know how it turns out.

@seeshellslife7273

2 жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 thank you for your excellent advice ! I will try this either this weekend or early next week and let you know . Again, many many thanks for your help. 😎

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Hope it works. Let's keep our fingers crossed.

My mower is great but the bag doesn't seal and some grass escapes where it connects to thr mower deck.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I actually don't use the bag myself, but I think if the bottom rim had been designed to lock into place it would have sealed better.

All the videos I’m looking at Doesn’t show the battery installation

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

This model has a pull start, so there is no battery. Sorry.

My starting cord does not pull out. I'm afraid to brake the machine.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

The top red starting lever has to be pulled back against the handle to release the starting cord. One of my other viewers had this problem because he didn't have the handle assembly pulled out far enough from the deck. If this doesn't help, it may be defective.

What kind of oil does it take

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

A 5w30, 30w, or 10w30 motor oil will work. The manufacturer provided Briggs & Straton 30w small engine oil with the mower, so that is what I will replace mine with, especially during the warranty period.

How agile is the mower,

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

I would say about as maneuverable as a rear wheel drive. One exception though is that you can't get as close to to walls and fence when you approach them head on. I can but the front of the mower against a wall, for instance, and there will be a 5" strip of uncut grass left standing so I have to turn the mower and cut it. This is just a minor annoyance.

I just pulled one of these out of the box and there is no pressure on the self propelled lever. This feature is not engaging.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

Forgive me if I state the obvious here, but the lever may just need to be adjusted. There is a small dial and the word "tighten" on the self propelled lever assy. near where the cable connects to it. This allows you to customize the pace of the mower. Turn the dial in the direction of the arrow until it engages and keep turning until the speed is where you want it. If this dose not work, then follow the cable back to the engine. Make sure it's connected to the spring loaded throttle. If this does not work, I would call the store that sold it to you. Hope this helps.

@maniecantrell8358

Жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 I’ve already turned that dial as far as possible and I’m not going to tare-apart a new mower.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

@@maniecantrell8358 Don't blame you! I would take it back and exchange it.

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@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

Thanks.

Or change your oil in your lawnmower at the end of the season

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

About the air filter you mentioned in your first comment, since it's a paper filter it needs to be changed regularly, depending on how much the mower is used. It can't be cleaned like a foam filter.

Look for fixed lawn mower blade

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

This lawnmower does have a traditional fixed blade which is what I prefer. I like to stick with proven technology.

This mower is front wheel drive. I would like my mower to be rear wheel drive. Anyway, thank you so much for the video I may have a slightly different model, but I could not have put this together without this video. The diagrams are utterly useless.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you. Good luck with your new mower!

@butterflyblue7761

2 жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 returned it for the rear power one. It's a weird one. Have to hold it and push forward on the bars. Thanks, I think I'm going to need all the luck that I can get. 🤣🤣🤣

My cord is very hard to pull. It just won’t budge and I am afraid to break it

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

It should take only a moderate strength pull to crank it. I would talk to whoever sold it to you and see if you can get an exchange.

@joshuamoody3238

2 жыл бұрын

@@deerparkhomeshop2471 come to find out I had to pull the handle up more from out of the deck. The handle has keeping the blades from spinning. Thank you your help 👍

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

@@joshuamoody3238 That's good news. Sounds like you have it figured out.

All ways change your oil every season air filter blades every season if blades does not need to be changed don't change the blades

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

Craftsman says you only have to add oil as needed, which I think should be considered a minimum requirement. I think it's a great idea to change oil yearly. I don't have any hard facts to support this, but it seems logical that your mower will last longer.

We just bought one today and it won’t even start, wtf!!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

If you put oil and gas in it, it should start. You may have got a lemon. I'd return it.

@yazlinne50

9 ай бұрын

We put oil and gas, the store we bought it from says no returns!

@deerparkhomeshop2471

9 ай бұрын

That's a real bummer. I'm sorry that happened to you. @@yazlinne50

Is all bushit the instructions howbto start it is not in the package The video did nothing

@deerparkhomeshop2471

8 ай бұрын

If you've added the oil and fuel it should start. I guess that you have done that but it's not starting? AT the 5:30 to 5:45 point in the video, 1 first pull the red orange bail (lever) back against the handle and then give the rope a strong pull and it starts. If that dosen't work you may need to talk to your seller.

Run all your fuel out of your lawnmowers and weed eaters when you store them away for the winter

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

I've learned this one the hard way in the past!

Your engine will last longer for every season to come

@deerparkhomeshop2471

2 жыл бұрын

True.

Literally $100.00 more expensive 2 years later.

@deerparkhomeshop2471

10 ай бұрын

I know what you mean. Everything seems to be going up but my paycheck!

what are those pink flowers? beautiful

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

They are azeleas. They grow very well in our climate (zone 9).

Lol I carried mine to the carport but I cut mine just like yours a man told me work smarter not harder

@deerparkhomeshop2471

Жыл бұрын

And that is good advice! I need to use that statement in my videos. Thanks for watching.