Mowing; Mowing Tips - Honda H3013H Owner's Manual

Mowing
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Before operating this riding mower you should read and under-
stand the SAFETY INSTRUCTION on pages 4-7.
IMPORTANT NOTICE 1
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Be aware of rocks, roots, holes and hidden hazards in the terrain. Un-
seen hazards may cause loss of control or damage the riding mower.
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In tall grass, first mow with the cutter deck fully raised (3 l/2'); this will
help expose any hidden obstacles. When you are sure the area is com-
pletely cleared, re-mow at the desired height.
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If the riding mower should accidently gets caught by an unseen object,
(holes, roots, or rocks) do not try to ride over the obstruction or turn the
steering wheel to free the mower. This will damage the steering
mechanism or cutter deck.
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Operating the riding mower near the edge of a ditch or an embankment
could cause the mower to tip or roll-over.
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Avoid sharp turns or sudden stops on sloping surfaces. Avoid backing
down or rapid acceleration on sloping surfaces. Both of which could
cause loss of control.
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Stop the engine before removing the grass bags or cleaning the
discharge chute.
Mowing tips
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For good mowing conditions, the grass should not be wet, but the
ground should be damp to control dust.
* If dust is a problem, water the lawn the day before mowing, allowing
the grass to dry while the ground remains moist.
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Always allow the grass to dry before cutting. Cutting wet grass will
cause the cutter deck,or the discharge to clog, resulting in poor cut
quality.
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