When you are having issues with a reel mower, what is the first step you take? One of the best things I have learned over the years from working with Jim Nedin is having a process. The first thing Jim always suggests is to take a step back and check all your adjustments. The key is starting with everything set up the same. It may sound obvious but you would be surprised how often something as simple as reel speed is where the trouble is. It seems like many of the operators think they are helping by messing with the dials!
With heights of cut going lower and lower, the impact is quickly seen when just one thing is out of specification. So the next time you have a mower that is acting up, take a step back and take a few minutes getting the unit back to the having everything the same. It may not solve all issues but it gives you an excellent baseline when trouble shooting.
Hopefully you don't get to this point!
WJC
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