Dixon 965981001 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
OPERATION
DIXON-31
Mowing Tips
Observe and ag rocks and other xed
objects to avoid collisions.
Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it
until the desired mowing result is attained.
The average lawn should be cut to 2½” (64
mm) during the cool season and over 3” (76
mm) during the hot months. For healthier
and better looking lawns, mow often after
moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 6”
(15 cm) in height should be mowed twice.
Make the rst cut relatively high; the second to
the desired height.
The mowing result will be best with a high
engine speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and
low speed (the rider moves slowly). If the
grass is not too long and dense, the driving
speed can be increased without negatively
affecting the mowing result.
The nest lawns are obtained by mowing
often. The lawn becomes more even and the
grass clippings more evenly distributed over
the mown area. The total time taken is not
increased as a higher operating speed can be
used without poor mowing results.
Avoid mowing wet lawns. The mowing result
is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft
lawn, clumps build, and the grass clippings
fasten under the cowling.
Hose the mower deck underside with water
after each use. When cleaning, the mower
deck shall be raised into the transport
position. Make sure the mower is cooled and
the engine is off.
Use compressed air to clean top surface of
the deck. Avoid ooding water on top surface,
engine and electrical components.
When the mulching kit is used, it is important
that the mowing interval is frequent.
WARNING!
Never drive the rider on terrain that
slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow
slopes up and down, never side
to side. Avoid sudden directional
changes.
WARNING!
Clear the lawn of stones and other
objects that can be thrown out by the
blades.
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Mowing pattern