MOWING PATTERNSThe
side discharge mowing deck will throw grass clippings to the right. You can take advantage ofthis
as follows:a.
If you are going to remove clippings after you mow, start mowing at one side of your lawn and proceed around the lawn in a clockwise pattern. Using this pattern, th~ discharge chute will distribute clippings to a center spot for easier
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Keep in mind, however, that in subsequent passes a poor quality of cut can result because the mower will have to cut BOTH grass and the clippings which have been thrown toward the center of the lawn. If the clippings are heavy and if the grass is also heavy, the combined load may cause the mowing deck to clog. In such situations it is best to mow in a counter- clockwise direction so clippings will not be
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b.If you are not going to remove grass clippings, a mowing pattern is of no concern. However,
you should
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With the rear discharge mowing deck you have freedom of choise between the three patterns shown here. However, overlap each pass to avoid missed spots.
When cutting tall, heavy grass, don't try to cut to the desired height in one pass. Set the blades higher than the final height and make
several passes, gradually reducing grass height. Maintain high engine speed at all
times for fast blade rotation and select
ground speed suitable for ground conditions with the sh ift lever.
When cutting deep grass, it is recommended that the clipping be raked off the lawn. ..or removed with a Trail Sweep or
Cut the lawn before spreading fertilizer, weed killer, etc. Otherwise the blade action will suck up the material you have spread and discharge it through the chute along with the grass clippings.4.
Mow before you water the lawn. Wet grass clippings are likely to cling to the underside of the mowing deck housing.
~ CAUTION
Always check the gasoline supply BEFORE you start to use the tractor to be sure you have enough gasoline in the tank to do the entirejob.
If a refill is necessary let the engine cool before pouring gasoline in the tank. A hot
engine can ignite gasoline, causing an injurious explosion.
If grass develops a brown look after cutting, the cause can be dull cutting blades... or cutting was done at too slow a blade speed. Keep the blades sharp and the engine at 3/4to
full throttle.
It is a good idea to have an extra set of blades on hand. This will allow you to use the mower
while one set is being sharpened. Always have the blades sharpened by a qualified service Genter with proper balancing equip- ment. For blade replacement use only the authorized original blade, see the parts list for the correct part number.
Where grass has been trampled, it is a good idea to rake such areas before mowing. This will make the grass stand up for a better cut.
If you try to cut too close to small trees the
mower can scrape or cut into the tree bark,
causing damage. It is better to adopt a policy of cutting reasonably close to such objects and clipping close with hand clippers.
