9 QUALITY OF CUT
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9.5
STRAGGLERS ____________________________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
Stragglers are separated blades of grass the are not cut,
or are cut incorrectly.
Probable Cause
Remedy
Edge of the cutting blade(s) are not sharp.
Cut (ground) speed is higher than normal
Reduce the cut (ground) speed.
The grass is higher than the level at which the mower
can cut correctly.
Cut the grass more frequently.
Cut in the same direction.
Change the direction of cut more frequently.
The blade speed is too slow
Operate the mower with the engine at full throttle. Inspect
and repair the hydraulic system.
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