Marcelling - Jacobsen LF550-H-T4F Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual

12 QUALITY OF CUT

12.3 MARCELLING ____________________________________________________________

NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
Probable Cause
The cut (ground) speed is higher than normal.
The HOC (height-of-cut) settings is too low for the turf
conditions.
The cutting reel diameter is worn.
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Marcelling is a repeated pattern of different cutting
heights, that causes an appearance that is like a wave. In
most cases, the wave tip-to-tip distance is 2 in. (5 cm) or
less.
Reduce the cut (ground) speed.
Check HOC adjustment of cutting units.
Check the cutting reel diameter and replace if necessary.
Remedy