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How to Sharpen and Balance Lawn Mower Blades
Learn how to sharpen and balance your lawn mower blades, as well as how to safely and properly remove and assess them, to keep your push lawn mower running in top condition!
Cook Time
1
hour
hour
Total Time
1
hour
hour
Author
Mads Martigan
Cost
$20
Equipment
Socket Wrench
Flat Sharpening File
Screwdriver
Cut Resistant Gloves
Eye Goggles
Lawn Mower Blade Holder
Lawn Mower Blade Balancer
Instructions
Disconnect the spark plug
Remove the blade using a socket wrench and safety gloves
Check if the blade is bent or needs replacing
Check the blade on the lawn mower blade balancer
Sharpen the blade using the file
Recheck on the balancer
Reattach to the mower once sharp and balanced
Reconnect the spark plug
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Video courtesy of funbro1