Honda Power Equipment MM52 manual Cutting Patterns, In a small area, In a large area, Operation

CUTTING PATTERNS

These cutting patterns are only recommended for a flat, level lawn surface.

In a small area

First make 2 or 3 turns in a clockwise direction. Then turn around and continue cutting in the reverse direction.

In a large area

The first round of cuts is the key to making a neat finish. First, make 2 or 3 turns in a clockwise direction, As you reach the center of the area, turn to the right and continue cutting in the reversa direction until you have finished the upper half of the area. Cut the grass in the remaining half in a counter-clockwise direction.

Mowing unsquars areas

If your mowing area is not square or four-sided, divide the area into several blocks so you can mow In a neat mowing pattern.

Overlapping on straightaways

Be sure that each mowing lane overlaps suffi- ciently. The recommended overlap width is be- tween 4-6 inches or approximately the width of one of the mower’s front tires.

Overlapping in curves and turns

When cutting in curves and turns, shift to a slower speed and be sure to overlap the previous cut by 20-50% or approximately half the width of the mower.

OPERATION

Small Area Cuffing Pattern

Large Area Cutting Pattern

33