Lawnmower: A handy tool for home gardening

Mowing is an essential task in home gardening. However, for many families, mowing the grass is a time-consuming and laborious task. In order to solve this problem, the lawn mower came into being. This article will give you a detailed introduction to the lawn mower, so that you can understand this home gardening tool.

First, the origin and history of lawn mowers

The invention of the lawn mower dates back to the late 19th century. At that time, people began to try to use mechanical tools instead of manual mowing. The earliest lawn mowers were driven by gasoline engines, and later with the continuous development of technology, there were many types of electric lawn mowers, robot lawn mowers and so on. Today, the lawn mower has become one of the indispensable tools in home gardening.

Second, the working principle and type of lawn mower

Working principle: The mower is usually driven by an engine or motor, which drives the blade to rotate at high speed and cut the grass on the lawn. According to different working principles, mowers can be divided into rotary type and roller type. Rotary mowers use a high-speed rotating blade to cut the grass, while roller mowers use a rotating drum to draw the grass into the machine, and then cut it by the blade.

Type: According to different classification standards, lawn mowers can be divided into many types. According to the driving mode can be divided into electric mower and gasoline mower; According to the way of use can be divided into hand push, driving and remote control mower; According to the function, it can be divided into ordinary mowers and multi-functional mowers (such as mowers with weeding, waxing and other functions).

Three, how to choose the right mower

Choosing the right mower needs to consider a number of factors, including lawn area, budget, frequency of use and lawn quality. Here are a few points to consider when choosing a lawn mower:

Lawn area: Select the right mower according to the size of the lawn area. Small area lawns can choose to push or small electric mower, large area lawns need to choose more power gasoline mower.

Budget: The price of different types and brands of lawn mowers varies greatly, and you need to choose according to your budget. In general, beginners can choose a cost-effective electric mower or hand mower, while large lawns need to consider buying a gasoline mower with stronger performance.

Frequency of use: If the frequency of use is high, it is recommended to choose a lawn mower with stable performance and easy maintenance to reduce the cost of use.

Lawn quality: If the quality of the lawn is poor and it needs to be trimmed and maintained frequently, it is recommended to choose a multi-functional lawn mower or a lawn mower with weeding, waxing and other functions.

Safety: When choosing a lawn mower, safety is a very important factor. The mower should be selected in line with safety standards, and pay attention to the safe operation during use.

4. Use and maintenance

Before using the lawn mower, you need to read the instructions carefully to understand the correct use and precautions. At the same time, regular maintenance and maintenance of the lawn mower is also very important. Keep the blade sharp and clean, and replace the blade regularly; Perform regular maintenance on the engine or motor to ensure the normal operation of the machine; Pay attention to safety during use to avoid accidental injury caused by improper operation.

In short, the lawn mower as a helpful assistant in home gardening can greatly reduce people's labor burden. By understanding the history, working principle, types and selection methods of mowers, as well as the correct use and maintenance methods, we can make better use of this tool and enjoy the fun and convenience of home gardening.