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11 QUALITY OF CUT
11.1 QUALITY OF CUT PROBLEM SOLVING __________________________________
If required perform a “test-cut” to assess the performance of the mower before you begin the repairs.
When the work is completed, repeat the “test-cut” to check the mower performance.
The following items must be checked and set correctly to make sure of an effective assessment.
1. Blade Sharpness
2. Blade Speed
3. Mowing (Ground) Speed
4. Height-of-Cut (HOC)
5. Rake Angle
6. Caster/Roller and Roller Bearing Condition
7. Tyre pressures
8. General wear and tear of the machine
11.2 STEP CUTTING______________________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
“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.
Possible Cause Correction
The HOC (height-of-cut) settings are different on the
side of one cutting implement.
Check HOC adjustment of cutting implement
Worn roller bearings or deck caster wheels. Check and replace the roller bearings, deck
caster wheels.
Changes in turf density Change the direction of cut.
The machine ride height is uneven side to side. Check and adjust the tyre pressure.
(See section 3.2)
General wear and tear of the machine. Check machine for any damaged or worn parts.
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