Toro timecutter 17-44zx, Руководство оператора

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3. Lift the baffle and slide it out of the interlock with the
left side baffle.
4. For safety, install the previously removed bolts, washers
and locknuts into the open holes of the mower,
wherever hardware was removed.
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Figure 16
1. Right side baffle
2. Bolt, 5/16 x 1–1/4 inch
3. Locknut, 5/16 inch
4. Knob
5. Bellville washer
6. Left side baffle
Installing the Right Baffle for
Mulching
Install the right baffle when converting from side discharge
mode to mulching.
1. Thoroughly clean the mower.
2. Remove bolts, washers and locknuts in the holes needed
to install the right side baffle.
3. Install the baffle into the interlock with the left side
baffle.
4. Install the right side baffle to the mower with knobs and
Bellville washers (Fig. 16).
Tips for Mowing Grass
Fast Throttle Setting
For best mowing and maximum air circulation, operate the
engine at Fast. Air is required to thoroughly cut grass
clippings, so do not set the height-of-cut so low as to totally
surround the mower by uncut grass. Always try to have one
side of the mower free from uncut grass, which allows air
to be drawn into the mower.
Cutting a Lawn for the First Time
Cut grass slightly longer than normal to ensure that the
cutting height of the mower does not scalp any uneven
ground. However, the cutting height used in the past is
generally the best one to use. When cutting grass longer
than 6 inches (15 cm) tall, you may want to cut the lawn
twice to ensure an acceptable quality of cut.
Cut 1/3 of the Grass Blade
It is best to cut only about 1/3 of the grass blade. Cutting
more than that is not recommended unless grass is sparse,
or it is late fall when grass grows more slowly.
Mowing Direction
Alternate mowing direction to keep the grass standing
straight. This also helps disperse clippings which enhances
decomposition and fertilization.
Mow at Correct Intervals
Normally, mow every four days. But remember, grass
grows at different rates at different times. So to maintain
the same cutting height, which is a good practice, mow
more often in early spring. As the grass growth rate slows
in mid summer, mow less frequently. If you cannot mow
for an extended period, first mow at a high cutting height;
then mow again two days later at a lower height setting.
Cutting Speed
To improve cut quality, use a slower ground speed.
Avoid Cutting Too Low
If the cutting width of the mower is wider than the mower
you previously used, raise the cutting height to ensure that
uneven turf is not cut too short.