· Travel at MODERATE speed when you mow a thin stand of grass. Mow often enough so you cut only 1/3 of grass blade in one mowing. Cutting grass too short may kill grass and let weeds grow easily. See your John Deere dealer for blades that will best fit your mowing conditions. Aerate lawn to help stimulate soil organisms and root growth. Trimming Tips · Turn to left around trees, bushes, etc. · Drive slowly. Avoid hitting trees, bushes, etc. · If ground slopes up to a tree or bush, you may have to approach the tree or bush straight-on to avoid scalping. To Avoid Scalping · Pay attention to the way you drive: you can eliminate scalping.
· If mower scalps easily, cutting height may be too low for ground conditions-especially on lawns with many small mounds and ridges. · Rear gauge wheels must be adjusted correctly. · Drive over ridges and through shallow ditches straight-on, not at an angle. Keep blades sharp: Dull blades will tear grass; tips of grass will then turn brown. Check lawn regularly for uneven cut. If cut is uneven: · LOOK: Mower may not be level. · Slow down before you make a turn. · Sharpen blades often. Use thatcher (available from John Deere dealer) in late spring or summer to pull up dead grass and aerate ground. For bagging information, see your Bagger Operator's Manual.
After Mowing · Let engine cool-to prevent fire when you store mower. 54