Lawn Care & Mowing Information

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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