CUTTING UNITS
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Streaks
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
A streak is a line of uncut grass. This is usually caused by
a nicked or bent bedknife.
Probable Cause Remedy
Damaged bedknife. Replace bedknife. (See “Bedknife” on page 8-37.)
Damaged or unevenly worn reel. Inspect reel. Replace as needed. (See “Reel Blade” on page 8-41.)
Loose or missing bedknife fasteners. Check bedknife screws. Tighten loose screws; replace missing
screws. (See “Bedknife” on page 8-37.)
Turning too aggressively. Cutting units don’t overlap around
turns or on side hills.
Turn less aggressively to allow cutting units to overlap. Change
mowing direction or pattern on side hills.
Tire mats down grass before it is cut. Check/adjust tire inflation pressure. (Refer to “Safety, Operation,
and Maintenance Manual.”)
Wet grass is matted down before it is cut. Mow when grass is dry.
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