Proper Way To Tip A Lawn Mower Over

There seems to be some controversy about which way to tilt a lawn mower over! In this video, I’ll show you how to tip a lawn mower and then prove it. This is the only sure way to safely flip or tilt a lawnmower over without draining all the fluids. If you use this method or technique, you will not hydro-lock the engine or have fuel or oil drip from the engine. Turn it over the right way!

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[xyzxyz-hilp]

YouTube is like the dad I never had growing up.

[wince_moeron]

Mine usually gets tipped over when I pick it up and throw it across the yard cuz it won't start

[deawallace]

I am not a mechanic..just an elderly lady with common sense. Since my spouse has dementia and has done NO maintenance for years on anything...the job is mine. Thank you for giving such basic, but vital information. It is life-saving for some of us.

[annrae]

I tipped mine over to clean out the grass, I don't know which way, I think gas tank down but then it wouldn't start..I tried till I was pooped and a total stranger, young man, stopped and asked if I was having a problem..I said yes..he told me to take the thing that covers the exhaust off and he started it and said I had flooded it..he let it run awhile and then put the cover back on..I haven't cleaned it since and know I should of done so but now I'll try it again..I think that guy was an angel, I've never seen him around my small town since.

[SeedFiddler-kpeg]

I'm almost 70 years old. I passed auto mechanics because the instructor told us (me) at the end of the quarter, "If you turn in a piece of paper with your name on it, I will pass you." So I did. And he kept his promise. Now that you know who you're dealing with, then you will know how thankful I am, that in the last five minutes, I've learned more about mechanics that I have in the first 69 years of my life. Thank you! Trust me, this is barely exaggerating at all, just so that you know. Thank you!

[elizabethappleton]

Further to my husband tipping the mower over on the air filter side today and oil pouring out, I’ve been investigating utube. This is a wonderful video for me. Thanks. Now if he’ll just believe me.🤷‍♀️

[darkegress]

At first I was annoyed thinking you needed to get to the point but your knowledge is GOLD! Thank you.

[danghe]

You really know how to explain and prove what you say.

[darkegress]

Real environmentalism is "Right to Repair" laws and culture of purchasing only products designed to last lifetimes (with maintenance, repairs, upgrades) rather than throw-away culture.

[julieharper]

I wanted to thank you for your videos. I'm 60 and didn't really know anything about my lawn mower other than putting gas in it. I now keep up with my air filter, oil and blade changes as well. I had a carburetor issue and thanks to you I took it off, cleaned it and put it back on. My son was impressed. He said he doesn't know anything about mowers. I was not going to give up, so I am very happy and like I always say, "you're never too old to learn". Thanks again for sharing your knowledge.

[scottchapman]

The proper way to tip over a motor is over a 200 ft cliff.
Never had a single mower start after doing that.
Works like a charm.

[Lee-mmg]

You are a hero to this old 75 yr old great grandma - I know so much more and you told it in such clear terms. Thank you, thank you!

[Slangevar]

As a Kid, my father showed me many things, but when it came to mechanical things specifically combustion engines, he had little to teach. He just took his power equipment to a repair shop and let them do their work. I got to the point 25 years ago, where I got too frustrated to haul my gear to a mechanic and then wait endlessly for them to complete their tasks and present me with a bill that came close to motivating me just to buy a new unit. I have watched many how videos in the 17 years that youtube has been around (and before that saw tutorials on VHS) Your videos are so well done! Your personable way of speaking and expressing all the nuances of how various small engine problems are solved on so many different types of machines and make, well they really turn the lightbulbs on for me and make me eager to tackle the repairs and maintenance that go with the advantages and benefits they provide. Your body of work here is superior and so broad, it truly makes you one of my heroes. Today I salute you for sharing, producing, planning, performing and broadcasting by taking full advantage of youtube and the internet! You have inspired me to join your channel as a member and support your great work here.

[jeffbarnowske]

Canadians are so helpful and good natured! Thanks from a neighbor to the south!

[babymantuck]

Here in 2024, and this video is unmatched. Thank you Sir.

[jonthompson]

Finally someone has set the record straight, with video to prove it! Great job Steve!

[Irwhodunit]

I was wondering about how you would use up 8 minutes to tell me how to turn the mower over. Thanks! I'm glad I watched the whole deal. Interesting stuff!

[dogsbyfire]

Been working on small engines for forty years, but I learned something from this video. You are the man! Love your shop, especially the beer can collection.

[Bluessongstress]

I’m a more mature lady, that is a very hands-on do it yourself, figure it out, kinda girl I went to mow my lawn nights ago, and it smoked so badly. I thought some of my neighbors might fear for their homes… My son, who is now in a wheelchair and unable to, take care of my lawn for me, told me not to worry that we would fix whatever was the problem. He found your videos sent them to me and we are both going to work on this together tomorrow. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge.