CUTTING UNIT
4262930-Rev A 8-9
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Streaks
NOTE: One cutting unit width shown. 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 Backing Assembly” on
page 8-22.)
Damaged or unevenly worn reel. Inspect reel. Replace as needed. (See “Reel Assembly” on
page 8-31.)
Loose or missing bedknife fasteners. Check bedknife screws: Tighten loose screws; replace missing
screws. (See “Bedknife Backing Assembly” on page 8-22.)
Incorrect roller. Install correct roller for application. (See “Cutting Unit Front Roller”
on page 10-8.)
Bedknife is matting the grass down. Install correct bedknife for application. (See “Bedknife Backing
Assembly” on page 8-22.)
Wet grass is matted down before it is cut. Cut when grass is dry.
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