Dixon DX152, Operator'S Manual

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OPeRaTION
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Mowing pattern
Mowing Tips
• Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects to
avoid collisions.
• Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it
until the desired mowing result is attained. the
average lawn should be cut to 2½" (64 mm)
during the cool season and over 3" (76 mm)
during the hot months. For healthier and better
looking lawns, mow often after moderate growth.
• For best cutting performance, grass over 6" (15
cm) in height should be mowed twice. Make the
first cut relatively high; the second to the desired
height.
• the mowing result will be best with a high engine
speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and low speed
(the rider moves slowly). If the grass is not
too long and dense, the driving speed can be
increased without negatively affecting the mowing
result.
• the finest lawns are obtained by mowing often.
the lawn becomes more even and the grass
clippings more evenly distributed over the mown
area. the total time taken is not increased as a
higher operating speed can be used without poor
mowing results.
• Avoid mowing wet lawns. the mowing result is
poorer because the wheels sink into the soft lawn,
clumps build, and the grass clippings fasten
under the cowling.
• Hose the mower deck underside with water after
each use. When cleaning, raise the mower deck
to the transport position. Make sure the mower
is cooled and the engine is off. to aid the deck
in drying after cleaning, restart the engine and
engage the blades for about 1-2 minutes.
• Use compressed air to clean top surface of the
deck. Avoid flooding water on top surface, engine
and electrical components.
• When the mulching kit is used, it is important that
the mowing interval is frequent and that the deck
is cleaned more often.
WARNING!
Clear the lawn of stones and other
objects that can be thrown out by the
blades.
WARNING!
Never drive the rider on terrain that
slopes more than 10 degrees. Mow
slopes up and down, never side to side.
Avoid sudden directional changes.