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WARNING
DANGER
DANGER
MOWING TECHNIQUES
Proper ground speed for mowing will depend on
the height, type and density of grass to be cut.
Normally, ground speed will range from two to
five miles per hour. Tall dense grass should be
mowed at a low speed, while thin medium
height grass can be cut at a faster ground speed.
Always operate tractor engine at full governed
rpm when mowing. This is necessary to main-
tain proper blade speed to produce a clean cut.
MOWING TIPS - DOWN DISCHARGE
MULCHING OPTION
The Grasshopper Down Discharge Mulching
Mower is designed to discharge grass clippings
down into the grass. The minimum recom-
mended cutting height is 2.5 inches (6.35 cm).
Do not remove more than one-half of the grass
blade. If the grass is too tall, you may need to
cut the lawn twice to hide the clippings down in
the grass. Cut the grass higher on the first pass
and on the second pass cut at the desired height
and 90° to the first pass.
Allow time for suspended grass clippings to be
discharged before driving over paved areas such
as sidewalks and driveways. Stopping the
mower should be done while the mower is still
on the mowing surface.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts
and use less power.
When mowing heavy grass, periodically stop
tractor, disengage PTO, and check for grass
around PTO shaft.
The Down Discharge Mulching Mower is not
recommended for lawns less than one growing
season old. The Grasshopper Side Discharge
Mower with vacuum attachment is recom-
mended to prevent buildup of mulch on young
grass plants.
Before mowing, analyze the area to determine
the best mowing procedure. Consider height,
type of grass and terrain type (rolling, level or
rough).
To avoid serious injury or death from
thrown objects or blade contact,
NEVER operate mower without
discharge restriction plate installed.
Do not put hands and feet under or
into mower when engine is running.
Walk area before mowing picking up
all rocks, twigs and other debris.
Enter new area carefully. Cut grass
higher the first time to allow mower to
clear unseen objects. Never assume
an area is clear, always check!
Clear mowing area of all people when
operating mower. Thrown objects
could injure bystanders.
MOWING TIPS - SIDE DISCHARGE
OR VACUUM ATTACHMENT
OPTION
Follow local recommendations for the suitable
cutting height in your area. Avoid mowing grass
too short to increase mowing interval. This may
stress the grass during hot weather and encour-
age weed growth during the growing season.
Mow with uncut grass to the left. This will dis-
tribute the clippings over the cut area.
Discharging clippings over the uncut area will
cause a grass buildup and may prevent uniform
cutting.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts
and use less power.
Extremely tall grass should be mowed twice.
Cut grass higher on first pass. Cut the second
time at desired height and 90° to the first pass.
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