Textron Ransomes MATADOR 71 Mode D'emploi page 58

12 QUALITY OF CUT
12.6 STREAKS _________________________________________________________
NOTE: Arrow indicates direction of travel.
Possible Cause
Damaged bedknife.
The reel is damaged or the reel is worn at different
heights.
Loose bedknife fasteners, or fasteners are not
included.
The machine turns at a rate that is faster than the
machine can turn and cut correctly. The cutting units
do not overlap around turns or on side hills.
The tyres twist the grass before the grass is cut.
The machine compresses the wet grass before the
grass is cut.
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A streak is a line of grass that is not cut. The cause
of a streak can be a damaged or bent bedknife.
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Replace the bedknife.
Inspect the reel. Replace the reel when the reel is
damaged.
Check the bedknife screws. Tighten the loose
screws. Replace the screws that are not included.
Turn less fast to allow the cutting units to overlap.
Change the direction of cut or pattern on the side
hills.
Check and adjust the tyre pressures.
Cut the grass when the grass is dry.
Solution