Cutting patterns – HONDA MM60 User Manual
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OPERATION
Small Area Cuffing Pattern
Large Area Cutting Pattern
CUTTING PATTERNS
These cutting patterns are only recommended for
a flat, level lawn surface.
In
a
area
First make
2
or
3
turns in
a
clockwise direction.
then turn around and continue cutting in a
direction.
In
a large area
The first round of cuts is the key to
a neat
finish. First, make 2 or 3 turns in a clockwise
direction.
As
you reach the center of the area, turn
to the right and begin cutting in a
wise direction until you have finished the the upper
half of the area. Cut the grass in the remaining half
in a counter-clockwise
Mowing unsquare
areas
If your mowing area
is
not square or four-sided,
divide the area into several blocks
so
you
c a n
mow in a neat mowing pattern.
Overlapping o n straightaways
Be sure that each mowing lane overlaps suffi-
ciently. The recommended overlap width is be-
tween 4-6 inches or approximately
the
width of
one of the mower's front tires.
Overlapping
in
curves and turns
When cutting in curves and turns, shift to a slower
speed and be sure to overlap the previous cut by
20-50%
or approximately half the width of the
mower.
Uneven Terrain
Do
not operate o n steep slopes.
Do
not stop, start
or
change directions
Use
extreme care and reduce ground
suddenly o n slopes.
speed o n s l o p e s and rough terrain. Watch
for
hidden
hazards
o n the terrain during
operation.
Pass
diagonally through sharp dips and avoid
sharp drops to prevent "hanging up" the tractor
and mower. Practice will improve your
in
maneuvering rough terrain.
Take all possible precautions when leaving tractor
unattended: disengage mid-PTO; set parking
brake, stop engine, remove key and lower mower
to ground.
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