Blade Sharpness; Grass And Moisture; Fallen Leaves; Clogged Mower Deck - Honda HARMONY H2013SDA Owner's Manual

OPERATION
Blade Sharpness
Sharp blades cut cleanly. Dull blades tear grass, leaving shredded
ends that turn brown. When the blades don't cut cleanly anymore,
have them sharpened or replaced.
Grass and Moisture
Mow when the grass is dry. Mowing wet grass does not produce a
neat finish. The inside of the mowing deck or bagging chute may clog
when mowing wet grass. Clumps of wet grass will collect on the lawn
and can create harmful thatch.
A wet lawn reduces traction and braking performance of your lawn
tractor. Further, the tires may leave marks on wet soil softened by
moisture. This can detract from the overall appearance.
Fallen Leaves
When equipped with an optional grass bag kit, your lawn tractor can
be used to pick up fallen leaves for disposal. Adjust the height of the
mower deck as needed to get the best results.
When equipped with an optional mulching kit, you can mulch fallen
leaves into your lawn. Don't let the leaf cover get too deep before you
begin. For best results, start mulching while grass still shows through
the leaf cover. In places where fallen leaves completely cover the
grass or leaves begin piling up in front of the mower deck, remove the
leaves by raking, or install the optional grass bag kit, so your lawn
tractor can pick them up for disposal.
Clogged Mower Deck
Before clearing a clogged mower deck, turn the ignition switch to off.
Disconnect the spark plug cap. On mowers equipped with the
optional mulch kit, remove the ring
pin, side plate, and swirl guide B
(see operator's manual supplied with kit).
Clear a clogged deck with a stick, not your hands.
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