How to Use a Zero Turn Mower -10 Skills to Master
Learn how to use a zero turn mower as I explain and demonstrate 10 skills to master. There is a similar video with 10 skills with a string trimmer here. • How to Use a String Tr... Riding a zero turn mower is not that difficult, but that many skills, practice can help you become a better operator. Learn to turn a zero turn mower without leaving tire marks is important. Another skill is learning to not bottom out when hitting a dip in the lawn. I also show you how to use your lawn mower to blow off grass clippings from the driveway. Enjoy the video and leave a comment.
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I appreciate the video. I have the same mower. My husband passed away so I have to keep up 11 acres on my own. I definitely use mine as a blower also.😂
Seeing a zero turn almost similar to mine.. quite refreshing. What an incredible machine, totally worth it anyone wondering!
I like my Toro
The Toro is an amazing machine. I have followed your videos! Trying to learn my spraying formulas so I can offer it in my business. Probably the most difficult Im currently facing, making sure it’s the right mix.
Your comedy always makes me smile dealing with " difficulties" of being a landscape pro. Stay safe brother appreciate the vids
Thanks for watching
Thank you my friend I've cut yards for a minute but just got hired for groundskeeping and never been on one. I use a push mower because my customers like tight, narrow, straight lines. I appreciate you.
Then charge them extra for them tight lines. That double your time or worse
I expect this mower will last several seasons with decent care. kzhead.infoUgkx1VWTrayKBdCKAjzAcZ_Eg4dhHTae3LkN also recommend Also, I ran across the problem with it not starting the 2nd time I used it. There is a safety switch which is pushed in by the chute or mulching piece being attached to the deck. I took the cover off and it wouldn't start. Put it back on, no problem. It takes only a minute with 2 easily accessible wingnuts and no tools. This mower starts up first crank each time and it is a joy to use. It also mows in reverse by putting the key to the reverse area after starting and pushing in the triangular button. It will stay in reverse mode until you turn it off. All in all, for my homeowner needs, I really like this mower-and at 70 bucks a cut here in Miami, it's already more than 1/3 paid for itself in a month.
A lot good tips . If you are on a slope and have a roll bar you should be wearing your seat belt it will save you life in a roll over !!! I know of a teenager that was killed on a ZTR mowing it rolled over and killed him . This was before roll bars , after the incident Toro started putting roll bars on ZTRS . You should not leave the keys in your mowers. This is true I met the boys father at the mower shop I use . I Know seat belts are a pain, bouncing around the cutting into you I don't wear them on flat ground. And be aware of people & vehicles when mowing our ZTRS will throw items a long way. Sorry for the lecture that boys father that I met was very emotional and I will never forget it . Y'all be SAFE out there and have a great mowing season !!!!! Thank you Jason for your informative videos !!!
Thanks bro for the help I’m 13 and I’m trying to learn how to use lawnmowers😋
When i was your age 12 years ago i was pushing a pushmower with a gas can strapped to the top door to door around the neighborhood cutting lawns for $30 a pop. My friend and i were eating like kings that summer.
Hey same here
I’m 4 and learning how to mow to
Hey I'm 3 and I'm mowing how to learn.
Hey Jason, I removed my mulch kit off my 72" diesel grasshopper today. So glad I did. No more overheating due to clogged radiator due to dust. Hopefully no more rust under deck, lost power was restored. I have been a huge advocate for mulching Bermuda over the years, but it was becoming a hassle having to stop an clean radiator pre screen every 30 minutes. Just though I would share.
Oh that back up and forward backup and forward is nice to keep the area clean where kids play too. Moves all the cut out into the yard and away from the toys and porch
H B 0 seconds ago I just purchased the 75750 only for my home. I couldn't believe it! I almost landed on the street on a decline! I used it for 1.7 hours being very careful operating when I turn left to go back it just slides like ice down the hill. Our yard is mostly flat except for the front with a slope of more than 10% in front that I tried to stay away from. I was ready to jump off to the left. I locked the brake quickly thank God no damage! Also, the lawn was dry.
I would advise any operator especially less experienced workers not to do a reverse cut. Safety first for you and then also unsuspected pwrsons around. Much safer just to go to the point of where you would have reversed to with the blades off then start the cut only in forward drive. It may seem to take longer or is more cumbinsome but you absolutely can see whT your doing with out teying to peep or turn your body while operating. Same result in the end with the grass away from the structure, or in alot of cases the road.
Jason, I'd LOVE to be able to run my Toro Titan HD 60 wide open but almost every yard I have is bumpy, clumpy, lumpy and full of uneven turf. I'd get fired for cutting those yards like a jigsaw puzzle! My dentist would love me because I'd shake all the fillings out of my teeth...great video as usual, thanks.
Mine has the my ride seat. That makes a difference
I might suggest pre-positioning your front tires during turns to avoid spinning them in one spot. My front tires leave more dings in a lawn than the back ones ever have.
As far as moving things sometimes I have to move a big round bale of hay ( about a thousand pounds )that the farmer that cuts my hay drops the bale into my cutting area . You have to start pushing it with your front end but then you start climbing up the bale and you have to back up and keep doing that unto you move it out of your cutting area. It is a little tricky but also satisfying when you get it done. Take care and be safe
Oh, boy--potholes are impossible to avoid in my yard: we are infested with gophers! 😀
Talking about string trimmer hacks. My brother was using my trimmer and noticed he could bog the spool down by simply pushing it into the ground. He said his trimmer was powerful enough you could not do that.
Super great video. I didn't even know I needed new skills. Thank you so much.
Perhaps a video showing the best way to traverse a slope
It looks like you're missing the round knob to bypass the hydros. On yours it's the carriage head bolt just aft of the label telling you how to release it. After loosening the knob you need to reach under the engine deck and pull back on the lever. Thanks for your channel Jason.
Thank you
About time you did this video !
Better late than never!
awesome...👍
One good skill to learn over time is moving those darn trampolines lol. I’ve actually gotten really good at moving them around the yard with the exception the customer isn’t home or looking 👀 haha
Good vid partner
Love the thumbnail lol
Thank you
Have you tried the V's one hand controller? If so, does it work?
Just some insight to add; never operate at full throttle unless PTO is engaged. On the same token, never engage PTO at full throttle. Always half throttle. Doing otherwise will wear out belts and pulleys faster than you can say 400 dollars. Also 3 point turns are a MUST especially on soft turf.
Gravely suggests to ALWAYS engage their PTO at full throttle, and I even questioned the maintenance dept where I bought it from about that request, because I’ve always heard what you just suggested.
It is nice to carry a stick or broom handle to knock things out of the way!😅
Do u raise your deck when blowing the drive? Or just disengage the blade? Thx
This video is funny as hell🤣🤣🤣
Glad you liked it
I love my zero turn ...i always make sure on a hill i have and out... somewhere where if it starts sliding i can keep it straight.....if i cant i wait till it drys..it my seem dry with the weight on mine if your wrong you will find out if its wet under the grass..
"well rule number 1 should be dont get it on the steep wet hill , but rule number 2 after you got it on the steep wet hill..." lmao
I bet you could launch a ball pretty well by just getting next to it, opening up your chute blocker and smacking it with the flap.
All mower manuals caution you about towing or pushing the mower even a short distance, without first opening the bypass valves on the Drive Units or you risk damaging the Drive Units.
Mines got 2 pins that you pull to freewheel the mower ( push/pull)
Hey Jason! I'm just a homeowner who recently migrated to a Toro Timecutter 42 and have experienced pretty much all the problems you are helping us with. The very first time I cut with the Toro I ran close enough to a tree that I damaged the grass chute. So, I bought a new one and put it on and had noticed my neighbor using bungie to hold his open while he cut. I started doing that which in most situations is fine. But, the mower throws grass with so much force and because I overseed winter rye in the back yard I was throwing grass clumps on my truck and the vinyl siding all the way up to the roof. It is crazy! Talk to me about that chute blocker! Did you have to fabricate it or can I buy one for my Toro?
Another tip maybe not skill around trees raise the deck if it’s on an angle say you cut at 3.5 cut at 4
3:59 THIS IS ROCKET LEAGUE
Goddam u guys cut grass short in Alabama
work smarter not harder as we allways say
Is the chute on the side an additional attachment??
Yes
@@lawncarelife mind adding a link I would so buy that for my zero turn.
The one I have is called Advanced Chute system
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It would be much more efficient to disengage PTO, engage the parking brake, and get off the darn mower.
Looks like you invented a new sport there lol zero turn soccer
They are dump valves you have to release on the transmission for the hydro tanks.
You should start a zero-turn soccer league.
Great idea! 👍
My whole yard looks like a wavy potato chip.
I'm operating that for hours it's killing my kidneys 😢
Has anyone told ya you look like Tom brady
I don’t mind scratching a Tesla 🤬
I'm not sure I can afford that paint
roll bar ... pu*****
Yo Jason i do u have a Facebook page or email i can send u some photos of i have a weed i cant get rid of trying to see if u can help.