12 QUALITY OF CUT
12.2
STEP CUTTING __________________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
Possible Cause
The HOC (height-of-cut) settings are different on the
side of one cutting implement.
Worn roller bearings or deck caster wheels.
Changes in turf density
The machine ride height is uneven side to side.
General wear and tear of the machine.
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"Step cutting" occurs when the grass is cut higher
on one side. The cause is mechanical wear or
incorrect setting of the roller or deck caster.
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Check HOC adjustment of cutting implement. (See
section 9.3.)
Check and replace the roller bearings, deck
caster wheels.
Change the direction of cut.
Check and adjust the tyre pressure. (See section
4.3.)
Check machine for any damaged or worn parts.
Correction