Briggs & Stratton 5900619 manual Mowing Recommendations, Height of Grass

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MOWING

1.Engage the parking brake. Make sure the PTO switch is disengaged, the motion control levers are locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is on the seat.

2.Start the engine (see STARTING THE ENGINE).

3.Set the mower cutting height.

4.Set the throttle to FULL.

5.Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.

6.Begin mowing. See Section LC for tips on mowing patterns, lawn care, and trouble shooting information.

7.When finished, shut off the PTO.

8.Stop the engine (see STOPPING THE TRACTOR AND ENGINE).

MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS

Several factors can affect how well your machine cuts grass, Following proper mowing recommendations can improve the performance and life of your machine.

Height of Grass

Often cutting height is a matter of personal preference. Typically, you should mow the grass when it is is between three and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, including the type of grass, the amount of rainfall, the prevailing temperature, and the lawn’s overall condition.

Cutting the grass too short causes weak, thin grass plants, which are easily damaged by dry periods and pests. Cutting too short is often more damaging than allowing the grass to be slightly higher.

Letting grass grow a bit longer—especially when it is hot and dry—reduces heat build-up, preserves needed moisture and protects the grass from heat damage and other problems. However, allowing grass to grow too high can cause thin turf and additional problems.

Cutting off too much at one time shocks the plant’s growth system and weakens the grass plants. A good rule of thumb is the 1/3 rule: to cut no more than one third of the grass height, and never more than 1 inch at a time.

The amount of grass you are able to cut in one pass is also effected by the type of mowing system you are using (for example, broadcasting with side discharge decks can process a much larger volume of grass than mulching does).

Operation

Proper Cutting Height

Tall Grass Requires Incremental Cutting

For extremely tall grass, set the cutting height at maximum for the first pass, and then reset it to the desired height and mow a second or third time.

Don’t cover the grass surface with a heavy layer of clippings. Consider using a grass collection system and starting a compost pile.

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Contents Manual Date Purchased Table of Contents Operating Safety Slope Operation Roll Bar Use Fuel and Maintenance Operation Slope Operation Service and Maintenance Roll BAR Instructions Inspection and Maintenance of the Roll BAR Seat Belt CE Identification TAG Markings Safety Decals Safety DecalsNorth American Models CE Models Export Safety Icons Safety Interlock System Safety Interlock SystemOperational Safety Checks Seat Adjustment Lever Features & ControlsIgnition Switch Ground Speed LeversGlow Plug Indicator PTO Power Take Off SwitchHour Meter / Maintenance Reminder Oil Pressure IndicatorOperation General Operating SafetyChecks Before Starting To prime the fuel system Priming the Fuel SystemOn the water separator On the engine fuel filterStopping the Tractor & Engine Starting the EngineDriving the Tractor Do not TOW Rider Pushing the Rider by HandSmooth Travel Zero Turn Driving PracticeForward Travel Practice Reverse Travel PracticePractice Turning In Place Practice Turning Around a CornerExecuting an End-Of-Row Zero Turn Executing TurnsMowing Recommendations MowingHeight of Grass Tall Grass Requires Incremental CuttingMowing Methods When and How Often to MowMowing Patterns Proper Broadcast MowingProper Mulching Attaching a TrailerTo lower the roll bar Raise & Lower the Roll BARTo raise the roll bar Keep roll bar in the raised position and use seat beltStarting After Long Term Storage StorageDiesel Fuel Recommendations Temporary Storage 30 Days Or LessMaintenance Schedule & Procedures Regular MaintenanceCheck Tire Pressures Before Every Spring Each 100 250 Fall Use HoursFuel Filter Checking / Adding FuelTo add fuel Check / Change AIR Filter Check Hydraulic OIL Level Check / ADD Engine OILHydraulic OIL Filter Change Change Interval Every 500 Hours Filter Part NumberCheck Engine Coolant Level Change Engine Coolant Clean RADIATOR, Screen & OIL CoolerRadiator Pressure Cap Radiator ScreenGrease Oil LubricationCleaning the Battery and Cables Battery MaintenanceANTI-SCALP Deck Casters Removing the Blade Servicing the Mower BladesTroubleshooting Warning Troubleshooting, Adjustments & ServiceTroubleshooting the Rider Rider Troubleshooting Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceTroubleshooting the Mower Streaking Troubleshooting Common Cutting ProblemsGround Speed Lever Adjustment Seat AdjustmentSpeed Balancing Adjustment Neutral Position and Return Spring Adjustment Neutral AdjustmentNeutral Position Adjustment Return Spring Adjustment1/8 Parking Brake Adjustment5,4cm Installing the camber shims Rear Tire Camber AdjustmentTo discover how many shims are needed Distance Measured Number of ShimsTo adjust the spring pre-load Suspension AdjustmentUse two hands when adjusting the shock Springs. This will prevent the wrench fromMowing Height Adjustment Inner Rod Deck Lift ROD Timing AdjustmentOuter Rod Deck Lift Spring Deck Leveling AdjustmentMower Drive Belt Removal Replacement Belt Removal & ReplacementSide Discharge Model Models Rear Discharge Models Clutch Belt Removal Clutch Belt ReplacementPump Drive Belt Removal Pump Drive Belt ReplacementCheck Gearbox Oil Level Gearbox MaintenanceChanging Gearbox Oil FrontChecking Battery Voltage Battery ServiceJump Starting Troubleshooting, Adjustment & ServiceDimensions SpecificationsEngine ChassisFerris Limited Warranty OPERATOR’S Manual

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