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Figure 95
1. Diagnostic light
Operating Tips
Understanding the Warning
System
If a warning light comes on during operation, stop the
machine immediately and correct the problem before
continuing operation. Serious damage could occur if
you operate the machine with a malfunction.
Transporting the Machine
Disengage the PTO and raise the cutting units to
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RANSPORT
between objects so you do not accidentally damage
the machine or cutting units. Use extra care when
operating the machine on slopes. Drive slowly and
avoid sharp turns on slopes to prevent rollovers.
Lower the cutting units when going downhill for
steering control.
Changing Mowing Patterns
This is the most effective method to prevent
washboarding.
Change mowing patterns often to minimize a poor
after-cut appearance from repeatedly mowing in the
same direction.
Using Proper Mowing Techniques
•
To achieve the professional straight-line cut and
striping that is desirable for some applications, find
a tree or other object in the distance and drive
straight toward it.
•
Maintain reel and bedknife sharpness.
•
Maintain proper reel to bedknife clearance. Use
light contact.
•
Follow and maintain the 1/3rd rule (cut only 1/3 of
the grass blade at a time).
•
Set reel speed and traction speed to obtain the
desired clip length.
•
When mowing in wet conditions, open the rear
shield of the cutting unit.
Scalping, Circle Cutting, and
Verticutting
•
Scalping/Circle Cutting
– Scalping and circle cutting are considered
severe applications. Dedicate reels specifically
to these applications.
– Follow and maintain the 1/3rd rule (cut only 1/3
of the grass blade at a time).
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Verticutting
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position. Be careful when driving
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