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Problem: Stepped Cutting
Cause Remedy
Deck is not leveled correctly. Level the deck correctly.
Tires are not properly inflated. Check and inflate the tires.
Blades are damaged. Replace the blades.
Deck shell is damaged. Repair or replace the deck.
Mower spindle is bent or loose. Repair or replace the spindle.
Blades are installed incorrectly. Reinstall the blades correctly.
Problem: Uneven Cutting
Uneven cutting is waviness or smooth troughs in the lawn surface. Uneven
cutting is usually caused by mower deck damage or misadjustment.
Cause Remedy
Deck is not leveled correctly. Level the deck correctly.
Blades are dull or worn. Sharpen or replace the blades.
Blades are damaged. Replace the blades.
Deck is clogged with grass clippings. Clean out the deck.
Deck shell is damaged. Repair or replace the deck.
Mower spindle is bent or loose. Repair or replace the spindle.
Blades are installed incorrectly. Reinstall the blades correctly.
Tires are not properly inflated. Check and inflate the tires.
Problem: Stringers
Stringers are sparse patches of uncut grass left behind the mower.
Stringers are usually caused by operator error or poor blade maintenance.
Cause Remedy
Blades are not sharp or nicked. Sharpen your blades.
Blades are worn down too far. Replace your blades.
Engine speed is too slow. Always mow at full throttle.
Ground speed is too fast. Slow down.
Deck is plugged with grass. Clean out the mower.
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