8-8 4157082 First Edition
CUTTING UNIT
8
Stragglers
NOTE: One cutting unit width shown. Arrow indicates
direction of travel.
Stragglers are scattered blades of uncut or poorly cut
grass.
Probable Cause Remedy
Bedknife improperly adjusted. Adjust bedknife. (See “Bedknife-to-Reel Adjustment” on page 8-13.)
Dull cutting edges. Sharpen reel and bedknife.
Mowing (ground) speed is too fast. Reduce mowing (ground) speed.
Incorrect roller. Install correct roller for application. (See “Front Roller—Solid Tube
and Segmented” on page 10-9.)
Grass is too tall. Mow more often.
Mowing in the same direction. Change mowing direction regularly.
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