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IMPORTANT: Avoid prolonged mowing of ditches with
slopes greater than 15 degrees. Small engines become
starved for oil at angles greater than 15 degrees and
should only be used for brief periods on such slopes. Be
sure the engine is tilled to the maximum oil level when
mowing on slopes.
• Mowing should be started with tractor in low gear
and speed increased only as mowing conditions will
safely permit.
• Mower will perform at its best when engine throttle is
set for full throttle.
• You will obtain better mowing results in grassy areas
if they are mowed when the grass is approximately
4" to 5" maximum height. While your mower will cut
grass taller than 5", you will notice a substantial
increase in engine power required and some change
in the finished appearance of the area mowed.
• Mowing conditions will vary from place to place,
including the types of grass which are being
mowed, such as fine stalk, coarse stalk, and
dense or sparse grasses. When mowing tall grass
you may find that certain grasses may be pressed
downward under the wheels so that they will not
mow properly. If this condition exists you may have
to mow the area twice, the first mowing with the
mower raised and the second mowing at the
desired height. If it is practical, you will achieve
better results if the second mowing is at right
angle to the previous mowing.
• Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will
plug mower and leave undesirable clumps. Allow
grass to dry before mowing.
• Always operate mower engine at full throttle when
mowing to assure better mowing performance and
proper discharge of material. Regulate ground
speed by selecting a gear low enough to give the
best cutting performance and quality of cut.
• When operating any attachment, select a ground
speed that will suit the terrain and give the best
performance for the attachment being used.
• When mowing slopes, always mow them up and
down at slow speed. Never mow across slopes.
Refer to Slope Operation on page 3 and to the
Slope Guide on page 23.