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To turn in place, “zero-turn,” gradually move one ground
speed control lever forward from neutral and the other lever
back from neutral simultaneously. Repeat several times.
Note:Changing the amount each ground speed control lever
is pulled—forward or back, changes the “pivot point” you turn
on.
Advanced Driving
Executing an End-Of-Row Zero-Turn
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Your zero-turn riding mower's unique ability to turn in place
allows you to turn around at the end of a cutting row rather
than having to stop and Y-turn before starting a new row.
For example, to execute a left end-of row zero turn:
1. Slow down at the end of the row.
2. Move the RIGHT ground speed control lever forward
slightly while moving the LEFT ground speed control lever
back to center and then slightly back from center.
3. Begin mowing forward again.
This technique turns the unit LEFT and slightly overlaps the
row just cut — eliminating the need to back up and re-cut
missed grass.
Mowing
1. Engage the parking brake. Make sure that the PTO
switch is disengaged, the ground speed control levers are
locked in the NEUTRAL position and the operator is in the
seat.
2. Start the engine. See Starting the Engine.
3. Set the mower cutting height. See Cutting Height
Adjustment.
4. Set the throttle to the 1/2 throttle position.
Note:It is best practice to engage the PTO with the throttle
set at the minimum throttle position necessary to engage the
deck drive system without stalling the engine.
5. Engage the PTO by pulling up on the PTO switch.
6. Move the throttle to the "FAST" position and begin
mowing.
7. When finished, reduce throttle speed so that the engine
idles and push the PTO switch down to shut off the PTO.
8. Stop the engine. See Stopping the Zero-Turn Riding
Mower.
Mowing Recommendations
Several factors can affect how well your unit cuts grass,
Following proper mowing recommendations can improve the
performance and life of your unit.
Height of Grass
Often cutting height is a matter of personal preference.
Typically, you should mow the grass when it is between three
and five inches high. The proper cutting height range for
a specific lawn will depend upon several factors, including
the type of grass, the amount of rainfall, the prevailing
temperature, and the lawn’s overall condition.
Cutting the grass too short causes weak, thin grass plants,
which are easily damaged by dry periods and pests. Cutting
too short is often more damaging than allowing the grass to
be slightly higher.
Letting grass grow a bit longer—especially when it is hot and
dry—reduces heat build-up, preserves needed moisture and
protects the grass from heat damage and other problems.
However, allowing grass to grow too high can cause thin turf
and additional problems.
Cutting off too much at one time shocks the plant’s growth
system and weakens the grass plants. A good rule of thumb
is the 1/3 rule: to cut no more than one third of the grass
height, and never more than 1 inch at a time.
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