Manual Fiskars StaySharp Max - 6201 (page 7 of 10) (English)

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Using Your Mower

Your reel mower has been designed and engineered to deliver best-in-

class cutting performance and a superior mowing experience. However,

there are several basic things you can do when mowing that will greatly

impact both your mower’s performance and your mowing experience. If

you have used a reel mower before, you will immediately appreciate the

advantages offered by the StaySharp™ Max mower’s advanced cutting

technologies and design features. If this is your ﬁrst reel mower, you will

likely require a short transition period as you adjust your mowing habits

to maximize efﬁciency and effectiveness. The information below will help

both experienced and new reel mower users enjoy all the beneﬁts of

the reel mower. Also, remember that Fiskars customer service team and

website are both available to you should you need additional help.

To maximize cutting power, walk briskly. The cutting power of

the InertiaDrive

™

Reel increases with the speed of the mower. This means

that the faster you walk, the better your mower will cut. While it is not

necessary to run, if you’re used to mowing at a very leisurely pace, try

walking just a little more quickly.

For efficient mowing, cut your lawn in long, straight lines. Since reel

mowers only cut grass when they are moving, lay out your mowing

pattern to maximize the amount of long, straight runs and to minimize

starts and stops. Overlapping wheel tracks will ensure a complete and

uniform cut (see ﬁgure on page 13).

Precut a turnaround zone to ease turns against obstructions. If any

mowing runs end against an obstruction (garden, foundation, fence,

etc.), begin by making one or two mowing passes along the obstructions

to provide a turnaround zone.

For closest edging, use the left side of the mower. To edge closely

against gardens, foundations, fences and other barriers, use a mowing

pattern that positions the left side of the mower toward the barrier.

Scotts, Lawns: Your Guide to a Beautiful Yard, Second Edition,

recommends the following cut heights:

Cool Season Grasses

Bluegrasses (2" to 4")

Fescue (2" to 4")

Ryegrass (2" to 4")

Mowing Tips

For a healthy lawn, cut off no more than 1/3 of the grass length. To

maintain a healthy lawn and eliminate the mess created by very long grass

clippings, cut off no more than one-third of the grass length at a time. If more

than one-third of the length is removed, root growth will be impaired and the

grass will be stressed, making your lawn susceptible to weed invasion,

disease and poor appearance. If your lawn gets too high, cut off one third of

the length, wait a couple days, and then cut off another third.

To prevent mower damage, clear the mowing area of debris in advance.

Before starting, inspect the area to be mowed and remove stones, medium-

sized or larger sticks, trash and other debris.

If you hit hard debris, stop and inspect the blades. If you strike a stone,

large stick or other hard object with the cutting blades, stop mowing

immediately and check for a jam or damage. If the blades are damaged, pull

the mower backward to an appropriate work area and follow the

instructions in Care and Maintenance on page 16. Continuing to mow with

damaged blades may make repair impossible.

Using Your Mower

Safety Information

Do not use mower if in poor health.

Do not operate with missing or damaged guards.

Always wear safety glasses, gloves and closed-toed shoes when

operating and maintaining your mower.

Never place hands, ﬁngers or feet in the reel. When the reel is

spinning, it will cut.

Always remove debris from path of mower.

Always have sound footing when using the reel mower, especially on

wet grass or on slopes (inclines).

Use safe lifting practices when moving mower.

Do not allow children under 12 to use mower.

Do not operate around children, other people or pets.

Do not run while using the reel mower.

Do not use mower on surfaces other than grass.

Make sure your mower is in safe operating condition by following the

tips outlined in this manual.

Do not use this mower if it becomes damaged. Call 1-877-201-3260.

Edging and turnaround zone cutting

General mowing

Warm Season Grasses

Bermuda (½" to 2")

St. Augustine (2" to 4")

Zoysia (¾" to 2")

Bahia (2" to 4")

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