Snapper SFH13320KW Solutions for Common Mowing Problems, Streaking, Stepped Cutting

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Lawn Care & Mowing Information

SOLUTIONS FOR COMMON MOWING PROBLEMS

Streaking

Streaking

Streaking is when thin strips of uncut grass are left behind the mower. Streaking is usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance.

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Blades are not sharp

Sharpen your blades

 

 

Blades are worn down too far

Replace your blades

 

 

Engine speed is too slow

Always mow at full throttle

 

 

Ground speed is too fast

Slow down

 

 

Deck is plugged with grass

Clean out the mower

 

 

Not overlapping cutting rows enough

Overlap your cutting rows

 

 

Not overlapping enough when turning

When turning your effective cutting width

 

decreases–overlap more when turning

Stepped Cutting

Stepped Cutting

Stepped cutting is sharp ridges or uneven levels left in

 

the lawn surface. Stepped cutting is usually caused by

 

mower deck damage or misadjustment, or damage to

 

mower blades.

 

CAUSE

SOLUTION

Deck is not leveled correctly

Level the deck correctly

 

 

Tires are not properly inflated

Check and inflate the tires

 

 

Blades are damaged

Replace the blades

 

 

Deck shell is damaged

Repair or replace the deck

 

 

Mower spindle is bent or loose

Repair or replace the spindle

 

 

Blades are installed incorrectly

Reinstall the blades correctly

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Contents Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for McDonough, GA 30253 USAImportant Safety Instructions Safe Handling of Gasoline Maintenance Table of Contents Engine Ignition Switch Control FunctionsMotion Control Levers Throttle ControlPTO Engagement Switch Cutting Height Adjust HandleOperational Safety Checks Operator Presence / Parking Brake HandlesSafety Decals Decal Dash Panel Decal Hot Decal DangerGeneral Operating Safety Checks Before StartingStarting the Engine Driving the MowerOperating on a Slope Stopping the MowerMowing Pushing the Mower by HandStorage Starting After Long Term StorageTemporary Storage 30 Days Or Less Long Term Storage Longer Than 30 DaysCheck Tire Pressure See Before Every SpringFall Tire PressureChecking / Adding Fuel Fuel FilterOIL & Filter Change Check / Change AIR Filter Replace Spark PlugLubrication GreaseOilInstalling The Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting Adjustments & Service Troubleshooting the MowerTroubleshooting, Adjustment & Service Troubleshooting the Mower DeckCutting Height Adjustment To Adjust the Cutting RangeTo Adjust the Cutting Height Deck Height Indicator4 Placement Deck Leveling AdjustmentTo Level the Mower Deck Mower Deck Drive Belt Belt Removal and ReplacementTransaxle Drive Belt Adjusting the Lever Height Ground Speed Control Lever Location AdjustmentAdjusting the Lever Position PTO Clutch Adjustment Blade Brake CheckGeneral Information HOW and When to WATER, Fertilize & AerateTypes of GRASS, Climate and Conditions Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting InchProper Cutting Height Cut Here On First Pass SecondWhen and HOW Often to MOW What Mowing Patterns to USEProper Broadcast Mowing Mowing MethodsProper Mulching How to start a healthy compost pile CompostingTips On Dealing With Clippings Methods actually contribute to a healthy lawnSolutions for Common Mowing Problems StreakingStepped Cutting Stepped CuttingScalping Uneven CuttingStingers Snapper Product Registration Form Year Limited Warranty Safety Instructions & Operator’s Manual for

SFH13320KW specifications

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