Operating the Mower for Best Performance

• Operate the mower at full PTO rated speed.
• Under most conditions, recommended ground speed range is from 2 to 11 km/h (1 to 7 mph).
• Avoid excessive speeds. Reasonable speeds result in more being accomplished by the end of the day. Various mowing conditions require different ground speeds. Best results will be obtained by running the tractor at the travel speed that will meet field conditions or which produces the smoothest cutting action.
• Knives must be sharp. See INSPECTING KNIVES in the section.

IMPORTANT: The constant striking of knives on the ground and the sudden impacts will cause excessive wear and damage. Set lowest tractor rockshaft position so the knives do not contact the ground.