TROUBLESHOOTING

MOWER CUT QUALITY:

There are many variables that can effect the cut quality of any riding mower. Type and conditions of grass, cut height setting, engine RPM and ground speed are some of the variables that interact creating differences in cut quality. Examination of one 0r more of the above will generally produce a quality cut.

The Troubleshooting Chart suggests practices and adjustments that may be helpful in improving cut quality. Your Dixon ZTR dealer js also available to provide assistance to you.

SITUATION

CAUSES

REMEDY

Poor cut quality

Ground speed

Reduce mowing speed

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Loose engine to mower deck

Refer to pages 24-25

 

belt

 

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Engine RPM too low

Increase engine RPM to maximum

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Dull or bent blade

Sharpen or replace as required

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Un-level mower deck

Consult your dealer

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Grass buildup under mower

Clean out underside of mower deck

 

deck

 

 

 

 

Poor cut quality

Improper blades

Replace with original equipment blade

 

 

designed for the 4000 Series Models

Poor cut quality

Uneven tire pressures

Check and adjust as required per

 

 

 

operators manual

 

 

 

 

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Dixon ZTR 4424 manual Mower CUT Quality, Situation Causes Remedy