Toro 20351 Quality Guide - Page 54

Appendices • A reference board. A reference board can be easily made. Use a board that will span the width of cut of the mowers you will be checking. Mark off level regular lines on your board, one-inch intervals are recommended. Place at least one stake on either end, so they can be pushed into the ground and hold the board up. If you handle riders and tractors, you may wish to make the board as wide as the largest mower attachment that you handle. For ease of handling, the board can be hinged in the middle. This also allows storage in a smaller area. To use the board, cut a path with the mower being checked. Place the board across the path and brush the grass with your hand. Now stand back from the board and look at the grass against the reference line. You will be able to see any uncut strips, out of level, or other quality of cut issues. Mower Quality of Cut Checklist The following page contains the Mower Quality of Cut Checklist. When troubleshooting quality of cut problems, copy this form and use it to record information about the problem, the troublshooting steps you take, and the results. MVC-714X.jpg 7 - 8 Service Dealer's Guide to Great Quality of Cut