Clutch/Brake Pedal Operation; Mowing Pattern & Tips - Simplicity 5200 Series Operator's Manual

Operation
CLUTCH/BRAKE PEDAL OPERATION
Refer to figure 7D. Depressing pedal from
position A to B disengages transmission
drive. Depressing pedal further from
position B to G will also apply tractor brake.
Parking brake is applied at position C when
pedal is latched over foot rest as shown in
figure 7D.
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Figure 7D. Brake/Clutch Pedal
MOWING PATTERN & TIPS
For the first use of the mower choose a
smooth level area. Cut long straight strips
overlapping slightly.
The size and type of area to be mowed will
determine the best mowing pattern to use.
Obstructions such as trees, fences and build¬
ings must also be considered. Where pos¬
sible, make one or two passes in a clockwise
direction around the outside of the area to
keep cut grass off fences and walks. The
remainder of the mowing should be done in
a counterclockwise direction so the clippings
are dispersed on the cut area.
Where possible, keep the left side of the
mower toward trees, posts, or other obsta¬
cles on the first pass around the obstacles to
keep hand trimming to a minimum.
On moderate size, frequently mowed lawns
where grass is light and dry, it is sometimes
practical to mow in a clockwise direction so
that clippings are thrown toward the center
of the lawn and concentrated for pickup and
removal.
Most lawns should be mowed to keep the
grass approximately two to three inches (50
to 76 mm) high. Best results are obtained by
cutting often and not too short. To help keep
a green lawn, never mow more than one
third off the height of the grass, or a
maximum of one inch (25 mm), in one
mowing. For extremely long grass, set the
cutting height at maximum for the first pass,
and then reset to the desired height and mow
again.
On thick, or springy grass or soft ground, the
mower rollers sink into the ground giving
too low a cut. Adjust the cutting height as
necessary. For best appearance, grass should
be cut in the afternoon or early evening (in
daylight) where it is free of external mois¬
ture.
Where possible, change patterns occasion¬
ally to eliminate matting, graining or a
corrugated appearance.
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