Mow extremely tall grass twice. On the first pass use a high cutting height. On the
second pass position the mower at the desired height and when practical, mow at a
right angle in travel to the first pass.
Plan your pattern to travel straight forward whenever possible.
It is better to cut grass more often, than too short. Short grass deteriorates rapidly in hot
weather and invites weed growth during growing season.
When using the side discharge model, operate the mower with uncut grass to the left.
Clippings will discharge over the cut area. Continued discharging of clippings over the
uncut area could result in the build up of clippings.
If at any time the mower should jam resulting in belt slippage of 2 or more seconds,
raise the mower and continue for 2-3 minutes. This will allow the pulleys to cool and
prolong belt life.
DANGER: never operate the mower without the discharge deflector on side
discharge models properly installed (see #1, fig. 7). The mower blades can throw
objects hundreds of feet which could result in personal or property damage.
Pick up all rocks and other debris before mowing.
Enter new areas carefully. Cut grass higher at first, allowing mower to clear
hidden objects.
CAUTION: for emergency reasons learn how to stop the tractor and mower
quickly. On the Cyclone mowers always disengage the PTO, lock parking brake,
CYCLONE 'C50'
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
19
ROTOMEC
1
Fig. 7 - Side discharge C50 mower with the deflector properly installed.