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Glossary O

Obstacles on lawn

The presence of objects on the lawn that may affect the mower’s performance.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)

    • Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines

    Guidelines set by the US government to ensure safe and healthy working conditions for employees.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)

    • Oil capacity

    The amount of oil the mower’s engine can hold.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)

    • Oil changes

    The frequency with which the mower’s oil needs to be changed.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)

    • Oil Consumption

    The amount of oil the mower uses during operation.

  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)

    • Operating costs

    The total costs associated with owning and operating the mower.

  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)

    • Operating expenses

    The costs associated with operating and maintaining the mower.

  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)

    • Operating speed

    The maximum speed at which the mower can operate.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)

    • Operating time

    The amount of time the mower can operate before needing to be refueled or recharged.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)

    • Operator comfort

    The level of comfort provided to the operator during use.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)

    • Operator comfort and safety

    The level of comfort and protection provided to the operator during use.

  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)

    • Operator comfort and visibility

    The ease and clarity with which the operator can see and control the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)

    • Operator fatigue

    The level of physical and mental exhaustion experienced by the operator during use.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)

    • Operator presence control system (OPC)

    A safety feature that stops the mower blades when the operator leaves the seat.

  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)

    • Operator skill level

    The level of expertise required to operate the zero turn mower effectively.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)

    • Organic matter

    The amount of decomposing plant material on the lawn that affects the mower’s performance.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Bagging Vs. Mulching (Unpacked)

    • Overall speed performance

    The ability of the zero turn mower to operate at a consistent and efficient speed.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)