Glossary F
Federal and state regulations
Laws and regulations that govern the use of zero turn mowers for professional landscape care.
Fertilizer application
The ability of the mower to apply fertilizer to the lawn while mowing.
Foot pedal operation
The use of foot pedals to control the speed and direction of the mower.
Foot pedal placement
The location of the foot pedals on the mower for controlling speed and direction.
Forward and reverse gears
The different gear options available for moving the mower forward or backward.
Forward and reverse motion
The ability of the mower to move both forward and backward.
Forward speed
The speed at which the mower moves forward.
Frequency spectrum analysis
An analysis of the frequency components of a sound, used to identify the source of the sound.
Friction disc clutch
A type of clutch that uses friction to engage and disengage the mower blades or transmission.
Front caster wheels
Smaller wheels located at the front of a zero turn mower that provide increased maneuverability and stability.
Front engine
The location of the mower’s engine at the front of the machine.
Front engine zero-turn mower
A type of mower with the engine located at the front of the machine and the ability to make zero-radius turns.
Front-wheel drive
A propulsion system that uses the front wheels to drive the mower forward.
Front-wheel steering
A steering system that uses the front wheels to control the direction of the mower.
Fuel capacity
The maximum amount of fuel that the mower’s tank can hold.
Fuel capacity size
The physical size of the mower’s fuel tank.
Fuel consumption
The amount of fuel used by the mower’s engine during operation.
Fuel Consumption Rate
The rate at which the mower’s engine consumes fuel during operation.
Fuel efficiency
The ability of the mower’s engine to convert fuel into usable energy with minimal waste.
Fuel efficiency considerations during extended use
Factors to consider when using the mower for extended periods of time, such as fuel consumption and engine maintenance.
Fuel efficiency rate
The rate at which the mower’s engine converts fuel into usable energy.
Fuel injection system
A system that delivers fuel to an engine in a controlled manner, resulting in improved fuel efficiency and performance.
Fuel stabilizer use (for gas mowers)
A chemical additive that helps prevent gasoline from breaking down over time.
Fuel tank capacity
The maximum amount of fuel that the mower’s tank can hold.
Fuel type
The type of fuel used by the mower’s engine, such as gasoline or diesel.