subject: Understanding Small Engines [print this page] The uses for small engines are extremely versatile and they help us perform necessary chores around the house. They are named small engines due to the difference in size when it is compared to a car engine, but it is not necessarily considered small. It usually produces less than 25 horsepower due to the fact that it is only used in appliances that don't require much speed. Small engines, also known as small gas engines have been commonly used in tractors, lawn mowers, leaf blowers and snow blowers.
Two-stroke and four-stroke are two types of small engines. The two-stroke engine works to integrate the intake and exhaust as one stroke and compression and combustion as another stroke. The four-stroke small engine divides intake, exhaust, compression and combustion into four separate strokes, making it a four-stroke engine. Small engines also contain a fuel tank that contains gasoline which allows the engine to run and work properly.
Though a small engine is inserted inside of the product, it is important to remember to keep it in good shape. When people purchase their lawn equipment, many don't possess the knowledge of maintaining their product. Everyone should know how to keep their lawn equipment in good shape. Since the engine is the heart of the machine, neglecting to take care of it can cause it to not work or run properly.
In order to keep it in running condition, the air filter should be replaced once a year. If one resides in an area with considerably more pollution than other locations, they should consider replacing the air filter twice a year. The condition of air filters is extremely crucial to maintain because it can determine how well the machine can run. Throughout the time period of using any small engine powered machine, dirt and dust is easily collected inside. This causes the air filter to clog up, and if no action is immediately taken, it can allow the dirt and dust to get into the engine. When this happens, the small engine will not work to its full potential. Since lawn mowers and other lawn equipment are prone to getting dirty because of its many uses, one should always remember to replace it to avoid more costly replacements in the future. In addition, the oil should also be maintained so the engine can run smoothly.
Small engines are popular due to the fact is an independent source of power. The most popular small engines include Honda small engines, Kohler small engines and Briggs and Stratton small engines. These three brands offer a variety of small engines for different equipments and machines. When looking for a new one, look into Honda, Kohler or Briggs and Stratton small engines, and always remember to maintain it.
