7. MOWING AND MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
Always empty the grass bag before it
becomes filled to the- limit of its
capacity. Bagging performance will
diminish after the bag becomes about
90% filled. Also, the bag is easier to
empty when it is not packed full.
i Always empty the grass bag when
you have finished mowing, even if it
-1 is not full. Stored lawn clippings are
a fire hazard.
A clogged grass bag will not collect
grass efficiently. If the bag becomes
clogged with dirt, wash it with a
garden hose, and allow it to dry
completely before use; a wet bag will
clog quickly.
If the grass is not very thick or tall, you can mow a wide swath. Keep the
wheels close to the swath line for maximum cutting width.
If the grass is very thick or tall, cutting a wide swath may slow or stall the
engine, clog the mower deck, and cause poor mulching or bagging performance
For thick or tall grass, cut a narrower swath, and/or push the mower more
slowly. If necessary, mow twice; first with a high cut, then at final cutting height.
For best performance, the blade must spin very fast. Always use the HI throttle
setting when mowing, and keep the engine running at or near maximum rpm.
If you hear engine speed decrease, that means you should mow a narrower
swath, and/or push the mower more slowly. You may also need to raise the
i mower’s cutting height.
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