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10.8 MISMATCHED CUTTING UNITS ______________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
Mismatched cutting units is a pattern of varying cutting
heights, resulting in a stepped cut appearance, usually
due to mismatched HOC (height-of-cut) adjustment from
one cutting unit to another.
Probable Cause
Remedy
HOC inconsistent from one cutting unit to another.
Check/adjust HOC on cutting units to same height.
Difference in rotary cutting unit speeds.
Check operation of rotary cutting motor(s) and repair/replace as
necessary.
Difference in mower ride height side to side.
Check/adjust tire inflation pressure.
Check/adjust for even mower weight distribution.
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