CUTTING UNITS
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Scalping
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Scalping is a condition in which areas of grass are cut
noticeably shorter than the surrounding areas, resulting in
a light green or even brown patch. This is usually caused
by an excessively low height-of-cut setting and/or uneven
turf.
Probable Cause Remedy
Improper tire pressure. Set front machine tires at 20 psi, rear machine tires at 10 psi, and
caster tires at 23 psi.
HOC (height-of-cut) settings are lower than normal. Check and adjust the HOC settings. (See “Deck Leveling
Adjustment” on page 8-4.)
Front deck and wing deck are not level. Level decks. (See “Deck Leveling Adjustment” on page 8-4.)
Incorrect deck rake. Set proper deck rake. (See “Deck Rake Adjustment” on page 8-4.)
Broken or worn anti-scalp-wheels. Replace anti-scalp-wheels. (See “Anti-Scalp Wheels” on
page 8-29.)
Turf too uneven for the mower to follow. Change mowing direction.
Cutting too much grass at one time. Mow more often.
Mowing (ground) speed is too fast. Reduce mowing (ground) speed.
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