What does a cut off baffle do?

Baffles increase the air flow under the mowing deck. This helps to either direct the grass clippings into the mower bag, out the discharge chute or onto the ground as mulch.

What does the baffle cut out do on a mower deck?

The factory baffle allows grass to build up in the right rear corner of the deck. This leads to grass clumping and not discharging properly. The extreme discharge baffle alters the air flow so the grass discharges further and more evenly.

What are mower baffles?

Install Baffles or a Baffle Kit on your lawn mower, garden tractor, or zero turn to enhance the air flow under the mowing deck. As a result, the grass clippings are better directed into the bag, out the discharge chute, or onto the ground as mulch.

Why does my zero turn mower leave clumps of grass?

If your mower leaves clumps of clippings all over, it means two things. First, you’re mowing when the grass is wet. Second, you’re letting the grass get too tall between mowings. Mow frequently enough so that you never remove more than one-third of a the grass blades is a single cutting.

Why is my Bagger not picking up grass?

Bagger Belt Tension is not Adjusted Properly The belt that runs to your blower system from the mower deck is necessary to keep the grass flowing. If the belt slips off, is too tight or too loose, you risk damaging your bagger system or seeing consistent failure to completely collect and bag clippings.

What is a mower deck baffle?

The baffles convert the air movement “up” into air movement to a chosen side direction (usually to the right, but it’s not a rule), and the deck has an opening for those clippings to exit the deck promptly.

What does a vortex baffle do?

The vortex baffle is secured to the mower deck and is used to aid the grass clippings to be sent out of the chute. The vortex baffle is made of durable material and is available as an individual replacement part.