(BPT) - Winter is here in many parts of the country, and even if your region is still experiencing relatively warm temperatures, you know Old Man Winter is on his way. Your thoughts may already be on preparing the snow blower for a long, hard winter, but before you break out the ice melt, don’t overlook the importance of winterizing your lawn mower. After all, your mower worked hard this year and deserves a little care and attention, right?

Luckily for you, appropriate seasonal maintenance is fast and easy, and will go a long way to ensuring your mower continues to operate properly from year-to-year.

Kohler Engines, a leading engine manufacturer, offers these lawn mower winterizing tips to help guide you through the process.