Yazoo/Kees ZMKW48172 - Manual (Page 35)

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OPERATION
Mowing Tips
Observe and flag rocks and other fixed objects •
to avoid collisions.
Begin with a high cutting height and reduce it
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until the desired mowing result is attained.
The average lawn should be cut to 2½"
(64 mm) during the cool season and over 3"
(76 mm) during the hot months. For healthier
and better looking lawns, mow often after
moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 6" (15
cm) in height should be mowed twice. Make
the first cut relatively high; the second to the
desired height.
The mowing result will be best with a high
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engine speed (the blades rotate rapidly) and
low speed (the rider moves slowly). If the grass
is not too long and dense, the driving speed
can be increased without negatively affecting
the mowing result.
The finest lawns are obtained by mowing
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often. The lawn becomes more even and the
grass clippings more evenly distributed over
the mown area. The total time taken is not
increased as a higher operating speed can be
used without poor mowing results.
Avoid mowing wet lawns. The mowing result
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is poorer because the wheels sink into the soft
lawn, clumps build, and the grass clippings
fasten under the cowling.
Hose the mower deck underside with water
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after each use. When cleaning, the mower deck
shall be raised into the transport position. Make
sure the mower is cooled and the engine is off.
Use compressed air to clean top surface of
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the deck. Avoid flooding water on top surface,
engine and electrical components.
When the mulching kit is used, it is important
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that the mowing interval is frequent.
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Mowing pattern
WARNING!
Clear the lawn of stones and other objects
that can be thrown out by the blades.
WARNING!
Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes
more than 10 degrees. Mow slopes up and
down, never side to side. Avoid sudden
directional changes.