12 QUALITY OF CUT
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12.7 STREAKS ________________________________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
A streak is a line of grass that is not cut. The cause of a
streak can be a damaged blade.
Probable Cause
Remedy
The bedknife is damaged.
Replace the bedknife.
The reel is damaged or is not worn equally.
Inspect the reel. Replace the reel as needed.
Loose or missing bedknife screws
Check and tighten the loose bedknife screws. Replace
any missing screws.
The mower turns at a rate that is faster than the mower
can turn and cut correctly. The cutting units do not
overlap around turns or on side hills.
Turn at a speed that will allow the cutting units to overlap.
Change the direction of cut or pattern on the side hills.
The tires compresses the grass before the grass is
cut.
Check and adjust the tire inflation pressure.
The mower compresses the wet grass before the
grass is cut.
Cut the grass when grass is dry.
