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To avoid leaving uncut grass, engage the PTO before shifting the transmis-
sion from neutral to the desired mowing speed.
For best cut quality and overall performance, set the throttle in the
FAST position and select the proper mowing speed with the shift lever.
Mowing at low or medium throttle settings will affect blade perfor-
mance and cut quality.
For best results, select a good mowing speed and stay at that speed.
Rapid speed changes while mowing will affect cut quality.
Do not move the shift lever into the TRANSPORT range while mowing
as this will affect cut quality. Use the TRANSPORT range only for driv-
ing the lawn mower to and from the mowing area.
When cutting thick, lush or uneven grass, raise the deck, reduce mowing
speed and increase the overlap width (See page 43).
For best results, and to reduce the load on the engine, mow grass
before it reaches 6 inches in length.
If it is necessary to mow grass that is more than 6 inches long, reduce
ground speed, and mow twice: once with the deck raised as high as it
will go (41, and then a second time with the deck set at the desired
height.
When trimming, reduce mowing speed, and mow counterclockwise
around trees, posts, flower beds, sprinklers, etc.
If the cut is uneven or the cut quality is not acceptable, inspect the con-
dition of the blades and the deck. If these parts are OK, a deck adjust-
ment may be required. Your authorized Honda lawn tractor dealer has
the expertise to make any necessary adjustments.
Refer to page 44 for important information about mowing on sloping
surfaces.
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