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PN 55191 (4/22/99)
Tips
WARNING
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Inspect and clear area of stones,
branches or other hard objects that might
be thrown, causing injury or damage.
Extremely tall material should be cut twice. Set
mower at a higher cutting height for the first pass.
Then cut at desired height at 90
°
to the first pass.
Remember, sharp blades produce cleaner cuts and
require less power.
Analyze area to be cut to determine the best
procedure. Consider height and type of grass and
terrain type: hilly, level or rough.
Plan your mowing pattern to travel straight forward
whenever possible. Mow with uncut grass to the left.
This will distribute the clippings over the cut area.
Discharging clippings over uncut grass will cause a
buildup and may prevent uniform cutting.
Uneven Terrain
WARNING
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Do not operate on steep slopes.
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Do not stop, start or change directions
suddenly on slopes.
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Use extreme care and reduce ground
speed on slopes and rough terrain.
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Watch for hidden hazards on the ter-
rain during operation.
Pass diagonally through sharp dips and avoid sharp
drops to prevent “hanging up” tractor and mower.
Practice will improve your skills in maneuvering rough
terrain.
Removing Mower from Tractor
(Figure 6)
Disengage tractor PTO, raise mower with 3-point
hitch and remove check chains (if installed) from
brackets attached to tractor top link brackets.
Disconnect mower driveshaft from tractor PTO.
Collapse driveshaft as far as possible and store it in
PTO hanger bracket to prevent ground contact. Place
blocks under mower side skids. Lower mower onto
blocks, disconnect mower from tractor 3-point hitch,
and carefully drive tractor away from mower.
CD4582D
Figure 6
. Mower Storage Position
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