Your lawn mower blade needs sharpening. The grass is being ripped at the level of the blade more than it is being cut. Here is how to sharpen your own mower blade to save some time and money:
1 Make sure the mower is turned off, and you should disconnect the spark plug.
2 Take a wrench and remove the blade by removing the nut that secures the blade to the mower deck.
3 Remove any rust with a steel brush or steel wool.
4 Sharpen the blade down to the point where the metal has a nice smooth edge. Even out the rough spots until isn't pitted anymore. Just follow the angle for the edge that is already there.
5 You can use a grinding wheel or file. Some mowers, like reel mowers, come with a sharpening kit, so you'll need to use that.
6 If you don't have a grinder or file, you can take just the blade to a mower shop and they can run it over a grinder for you. That way you don't have to leave your mower there.
7 Now the last step is really important. For a lawn mower to run properly, the blade has to be balanced. So check the balance of the blade by supporting the blade at its center. If it is out of balance, remove a bit more of the blade by sharpening one side until you achieve balance.
8 Lastly, clean your mower. Wipe it down and remove old grass clippings or dirt.
You'll find that this gives your grass a much healthier appearance, and it can prevent many diseases that some lawns are susceptible to.
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