Riding Mower Tune-Up Service
We Start with a Good Clean-Up
We start by cleaning up your machine.
Lubricate and Check Air Pressure
We lubricate the machine according to the manufacturer’s specifications and check the air pressure of your machine’s tires.
Replace the Fuel Filter
We replace the fuel filter as well as the hose that is between the filter and the carburetor.
Inspect Engine Covers
Grass clippings and debris can gather on the cooling covers of your engine, also preventing proper air flow. We clean clippings and debris off your machine in the hidden crevices you may miss.
Check the Battery
The battery is often overlooked. If the case looks bulged, we replace the battery. We measure the voltage. We inspect the terminals to make sure they are clean and tight. We fix them now or replace the bad battery parts. We fill the battery with water to the full mark and charge it with a battery charger.
Replace Spark Plugs
Replacing your spark plugs helps you get an easy start every time.
Change the Oil
Change the oil and filter to ensure your machine is free of slude and harmful oil deposits.
Inspect the Deck, Belts, and Blades
We check to see if anything is broken or worn. We check your blades to see if they are loose or worn. We replace belts that have any signs of wear or are 4 seasons old.
Clean or Replace the Air Filter
Air filters ensure proper air flow to the carburetor. We clean or replace them as necessary.
Final Look-Over
This is to help locate loose or missing parts. We rock the wheels to see if the bearings are loose or worn. We check the ball joints for signs of wear.
Are all the deck hangers tight? We look for loose or missing bolts, clips or pins. We check the electrical wiring plugs too
Riding Mower Deck & Hydraulic Repair Services
Riding Mower Deck Services
Deck repair
Feldmann can repair minor damage from rust or debris damage.
Mower Deck Spindle repair
We remove worn spindles from the deck system, replace spindle bearings and install repaired spindle to deck assembly.
Deck Replacement
In some cases, the dmage to the deck is too severe to repair, Feldmann Power can replace your ZTR deck and ensure it works as well as the original deck.
Riding Mower Hydraulics Services
Hydraulic drive system purge
If your mower is new, or has been stored for a long period (longer than 2 months) the transmission needs to be purged before use. Also, if you experience loss of drive, or slower response, then the transmission should be purged first.
Check the speed control damper
Feldmann Power will compare the feel or stiffness between both traction levers from neutral to full forward and back to neutral looking for leaked out oil.
Check the dump valve on hydro pump & hydro motor
If one is slightly cracked open or dumped, it will cause an internal leak on that pump and cause low power/funky control.
Check the control arms on both pump input shafts
Feldmann Power makes sure the “set screw” is tight in each one
Check the idler pivor bolt/bushing
If the idler pivot is sticking, it will not always keep the short belt to the front pump tight and cause low power/funky control.
Riding Mower Battery & Starter Services
Riding Mower Battery Services
Battery Charging
Feldmann Power will test your battery to ensure the voltage is correct for your make and model. If low, Feldmann will fil low cells with distilled water and charge your battery.
Engine RPM Check
If your engines RPM is too low, the battery will not be able to charge sufficiently. Feldmann Power can check your engine’s RPMs and adjustcharge your battery sufficently.
Check mower fuses
One reason your battery may not charge is a bad fue. Feldmann Power will replace any blown fuses in your ZTR’s electrical system.
Check Battery Ground or Charge Lead
Feldmann Power will inspect your mower’s connections and check for any corrosion or loose connections. If the wires are severely damaged, Feldmann Power can replace them with the manufacturer required cables.
Wires or Output Connector
Wires need to stay properly insulated to stop any moisture or debris from entering and interfering with their ability to conduct electrical current. Feldmann Power will inspect your mower for any wires that are shorted, grounded or exposed between the output connector and your battery.
Check the Mower Diodes
If your battery will not charge, a diode may have lost its connection or gone bad. Feldmann Power can replace bad diodes and check to see if they are installed properly.
Regulator Rectifier or Ground
If the ground becomes disconnected or the regulator-rectifier fails, the battery will not receive any power and will not charge. Signs that this component is failing will be similar to that of a bad battery. Feldmann Power will test the regulator-rectifier to ensure this system is working properly.
Alternator Magnet
Alternators can wear over time and lose their ability to generate current. Feldmann Power will test your alternator and repair or replace as necessary.
Riding Mower Starter Services
Inspect the Starter Solenoid
Feldmann Power tests the starter solenoid and will replace solenoid with recommended parts.
Test Starter Motor
The brushes, spring and magnets that make contact with the wire winding inside the starter motor wear, get dirty or burned, preventing the starter motor from operating properly. SFeldmann Power can rebuild or a replace starter motors.
Riding Mower Tire Services
Riding Mower Tire Services
New Tire Mounting and Balancing.
Whether you popped a tire or the tread has simply worn down, Feldmann Power will replace your ZTR’s tires. Mowing evenly and delivering towing power requires tires with intact tread and even wear.
Repairing Small Holes
Feldmann Power wil chaeck your mower’s tire for any small holes. For holes with less then 1/16 of an inch diameters, Feldmann will use a tire sealant.
Repairing Larger Holes
For holes larger than 1/16 of an inch, Feldmann uses tire plugs and patch combos to seal the damage.
Riding Mower Blade Sharpening
Why sharpen your blade?
Your lawn mower blade is dull. Sharpen the blade twice each season to help maintain a green, healthy lawn. A sharp blade not only cuts blades clean so grass plants recover quickly, it helps reduce your lawn mowing time.
Standard Blade Sharpening
Feldmann Power sharpens the top side of your mower blade to ensure a longer lasting edge. We will also balance your blade to prevent vibration and possible blade shaft damage.
Mulching blade sharpening
Mulching blades have longer or curved cutting edges. The pros at Feldmann Powerwill sharpen and balance your mulching blade to manufacturer’s specs.
Riding Mower Pre-Season & Post-Season Services
Pre-Season Inspection Service
Change Spark Plug
Spark plugs should be clean and sharp so that they can produce combustion-generating sparks. If you let your spark plugs get too worn out or dirty, they struggle to do that job well.
Check The Belts
During a visual inspection, Feldmann Power will make sure that any belts on the mower look free from any splits and cracks. We will also look for signs of twisted belts. Many times belts may not look that old, but they have twisted and are riding inside-out on the pulley. Feldmann Power will replace any worn or damaged belts.
Check The Air Filter
Feldmann Power will check the air filter on your mower. We will either clean or replace your air filter based on your mower’s manufacturer specs.
Change The Oil
One of the more important parts of mower maintenance is checking your mower’s oil levels and general cleanliness. If the oil in the engine appears black, or if it has debris floating around in it, Feldmann Power will drain the oil and replace it.
Sharpen The Blades and Check Their Balance
A sharp blade will get the upcoming work done a whole lot better than the dull one. A sharp blade will cut the grass cleanly, allowing for the cut grass to heal faster. This will result in healthier, greener grass. A dull blade will rip and tear the grass apart, which leaves your grass ragged and prone to fungal growth. Feldmann Power will sharpen and balance your mower blade.
Clean The Carburetor
Feldmann Power will disassemble and thoroughly clean your mower’s carburetor. This will remove any gunk from old gas and dirt.
Check Tire Pressure
Just like your car, your lawn mower’s tire pressure is essential to peak performance. Feldmann Power will make sure to fill your tires to the recommended pressure levels.
End Of Season Service
Clean Mower
Feldmann Power sprays the deck, remove and clean the blades, and if necessary, scrape off grass clumps and organic matter that won’t loosen with water. We then wipe the mower down to be sure it is dry.
Change Spark Plug
Spark plugs should be clean and sharp so that they can produce combustion-generating sparks. If you let your spark plugs get too worn out or dirty, they struggle to do that job well.
Change the Oil
Change the oil and filter to ensure your machine is free of slude and harmful oil deposits.
Clean or Replace the Air Filter
Air filters ensure proper air flow to the carburetor. We clean or replace them as necessary.
Add Fuel Stabilizer
Feldmann Power will top-off the tank and add a fuel stabilizer designed for winter storage. A full tank will help prevent condensation, and the fuel stabilizer will prevent fuel spoilage.
Remove Battery
If you don’t plan on starting your mower in the off-season, it’s best to remove and store the battery in a cool, dry place. Just be sure to recharge it fully before starting the mower in spring.
Check the tires
Feldmann Power will inflate your mower’s tires to their proper pressure to prevent damage as they can lose pressure over the winter. You should also protect tires from cold concrete by parking the mower on cardboard or other insulating material.
More Services
Feldmann Power offers a variety of small engine repair and maintenance services. Check out some of our more poular services
TRIMMER SERVICE
From tune-ups to respooling, the experts at Feldmann Power can keep your trimmer/weedeater working like the day you bought it.
ZERO TURN MOWER SERVICES
The team at Feldmann Power keeps your traditional riding mowers running performing their best. We service all brands of zero-turn mowers.
PUSH/WALK-BEHIND MOWER SERVICE
The pros at Feldmann Power keep your push mowers running season after season. Specializing in BigDow Mowers like the Hike and Trooper models, we service all brands of push/walk-behind mowers.