Engines with User-Friendly Features Help Eliminate Lawn Mowing Hassles

Grass cutting season is in full swing, which means homeowners from coast-to-coast are searching for new, more effective, and easier-to-use lawn mowers. Fortunately, leading engine manufactures, like Kohler Engines, are making selecting an ideal lawn mower simple by reminding consumers to look at the engine. It’s critical to remember that selecting the ideal mower starts by selecting the one with the ideal engine. Many engines, like Kohler’s Courage^® XT Series for walk-behind lawn mowers, incorporate numerous user-friendly features that help deliver professional results while also eliminating some of the hassles associated with cutting the grass.

“When developing the Courage XT Series, we listened closely to consumers and then incorporated new features to address the most prevalent and bothersome issues people encounter when mowing their lawn,” said Dan Luhman, senior product manager for Kohler Engines. “The end result is a series of engines that we’re incredibly proud of. Our Courage XT engines are unbelievably easy to start and offer mess-free, fast fueling. Plus, they’re designed to provide very consistent performance in a variety of conditions and an unmatched level of durability.”

So, what are some of the helpful features consumers should be seeking out when selecting a new walk-behind mower? Here are a few of the game-changing improvements now incorporated into all mowers featuring the Kohler Courage XT Series:

• Accu-Fill^™ – Filling the fuel tank on many mowers can be a real challenge. But, engines with Accu-Fill incorporate a unique angled neck as well as an opening that is 45 percent larger than most mowers. This translates to easier filling and less spilling, which helps save money and is better for the environment. To reduce overfilling, most engines with Accu-Fill also feature a red fuel-level indicator inside the tank so the user can see the gas level as it approaches the top.

• Smart-Choke^™ – Priming and choking the engine are no longer required with Kohler’s Smart-Choke technology. This unique system automatically manages the start-up process, so there is no risk of flooding the engine. Simply pull the chord and go.

·         Consistent Cut^™ technology – This proprietary system delivers more consistent power to the mower deck in extreme load conditions, which translates to less clumping and less double cutting. With Consistent Cut technology, consumers can easily power through the thick, wet grass that often stalls other mowers.

• Easy-Pull Recoil – Incorporating a pulley that is 13 percent larger, Easy-Pull provides smooth, effortless starting, which is easier on the user’s hands and shoulders.

• Solid Construction – All Kohler Courage XT engines utilize a cool-running OHV design and tough cast-iron cylinder bore. This durable construction allows mowers to last longer in harsh conditions and helps consumers avoid costly trips to the repair shop.

“All of these professional-grade features help make any walk-behind mower both tougher and easier to use,” Luhman continued. “So, it’s very important for consumers to really look at the engine when evaluating or purchasing their next lawn mower. After all, a better engine means a better mower.”

Kohler Courage XT Series engines can be found in a variety of lawn mower models from popular manufacturers, including Toro, Husqvarna, Ariens and Lawn Boy. For more complete details, including educational videos, please visit www.KohlerEngines.com.

Kohler Engines, along with Italy-based Lombardini, represent a global engine concern in business since the 1920s. Together, Kohler Engines and Lombardini manufacture a wide range of gasoline and diesel engines, from 4 to 64.4 hp, which are supplied to equipment manufacturers worldwide in the lawn and garden, commercial and industrial, agricultural and construction markets.

About Kohler Co.
Founded in 1873 and headquartered in Kohler, Wis., Kohler Co. is one of America’s oldest and largest privately held companies. Kohler is a global leader in the manufacture of kitchen and bath products, engines and power generation systems, cabinetry, tile and home interiors, and international host to award-winning hospitality and world-class golf destinations.

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Make the World a Greener Place, One Blade at a Time

Below are tips from TurfMutt, a caped dog crusader - and face of a new Discovery Education program – who aims to help kids get outside and understand the importance of the everyday green spaces all around us.

1. Fertilize Naturally. Lawns take up the largest amount of carbon when they recycle nitrogen contained in grass clippings. So, take off that mulcher bag and leave clippings on the ground while mowing to break down and feed your grass naturally. And, how about applying some compost to your lawn in the Spring or Fall with your seed spreader?
2. Plant the Right Plant. It’s important to choose grass or plants that are right for the climate where you live. Then, plants will need less water and fertilization to survive. Go to your local nursery or an online gardening site to find your climate zone to discover what plants are native and which will grow well in your area. For instance, if you live in a drought-prone area, select plants and grass that withstand heat and need less water.
3. Prune Regularly. A single grass plant can have 300 miles of roots. Roots grow strong with appropriate watering and proper pruning. Mowing your lawn regularly, similar to pruning perennial plants and flower gardens, keeps grass healthier and thicker.
4. Water Early. Watering in the early morning before the sun is intense helps reduce the water lost from evaporation. Installing rain gutters and collecting water from downspouts also helps reduce water use. Trickle irrigation, drip irrigation or smart controller systems help reduce water use and meet the needs of plants. Or, when drought conditions exist, let the grass go dormant.
5. Create More Green Space. Lawns and other green spaces lessen the “heat island” effect, especially in urban areas, keeping surrounding areas cooler. Is there an area in your neighborhood that could benefit from some green space? If so, plant a garden for tasty veggies or a lawn area for play and relaxation.

Try one or more of these tips to keep your backyard healthy and “green” in a responsible way. And, find out more tips and information at http://www.turfmutt.com/
 
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Natural Lawn Care for a Child-friendly Environment

Exposure to chemical pesticides can be harmful. Your lawn may look great when it is green and weed free but you don't want a green lawn at any cost. If your children and pets are going to play on the lawn, you don't want to expose them to anything harmful.

How to Achieve a Green Lawn That is Safe for Your Children and Pets

The best way to maintain a green lawn and minimize the need for chemical treatment is to keep the grass healthy. Strong grass plants are better able to tolerate disease, insects, and drought, reducing the need for lawn spraying with pesticides and fertilizers.

• Water the lawn well and only water when really necessary to encourage grass to grow longer, stronger roots. This also saves water.
• Avoid mowing the lawn too short. Setting the lawn mower to between 2.5 and 3.5 inches allows more leaf surface to soak up the sun and nourish the grass plant and its roots.
• Leave the grass clippings on the lawn after mowing.  Many lawn services bag the grass after cutting it but it is best to leave it
• Allow earthworms to aerate the lawn and keep the soil healthy. Pesticides can kill off earthworms. Use non-chemical lawn-care treatments such as alfalfa meal, bone meal, and corn gluten meal to fertilize the lawn and suppress weeds. Vinegar can be an effective weed killer on areas like patios and paths.
• Create an environment that encourages birds and bugs in the garden to eat pest bugs. Use of chemical pesticides can discourage them.

Natural Lawn Care Creates a Healthy EnvironmentThe U.S. National Wildlife Federation reports that, on average, domestic lawns receive 10 times more chemical pesticide per acre than farmland. These chemicals are washed into nearby rivers and lakes. Adopting a greener approach to your lawn care can protect your children today and preserve their environment for the future.

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