Glossary P

Glossary P

Park/neutral position (PNP) switch

A safety switch that prevents the mower from starting unless it is in the park or neutral position.

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

    The overall performance of the mower, including speed, power, efficiency, and maneuverability.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)
  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Performance comparison

    A comparison of the performance of different machines or systems, used to determine which is the most effective.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)
  • Performance on different terrains

    The ability of a mower to perform well on different types of terrain, such as hills, slopes, and rough terrain.

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

    The central point around which the mower pivots when turning.

  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Pivot steering

    A steering system where the mower pivots around a central point, allowing for greater maneuverability and tighter turns.

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

    Technology used to reduce the emissions of pollutants from the engine, reducing the environmental impact of the mower.

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

    The amount of power that is produced by the engine.

  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)
  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)
  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Power output capacity

    The maximum amount of power that can be produced by the engine.

  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)
  • Power-to-weight ratio

    The ratio of the power output of the engine to the weight of the mower, determining the performance and efficiency of the machine.

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

    The ability of a mower to be controlled with precision and accuracy, allowing for precise adjustments and maneuvers.

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

    The ability of a mower to cut grass with precision and accuracy, resulting in a clean and even cut.

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

    The ability of a mower to handle with precision and accuracy, allowing for tight turns and maneuverability.

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

    A safety valve that opens to release pressure in the hydraulic system, preventing damage to the system.

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

    The range of prices for zero-turn mowers for professional landscape care.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Productivity

    The amount of work that can be accomplished in a given amount of time.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Pulley ratio

    The ratio of the diameter of the drive pulley to the diameter of the driven pulley, determining the speed and torque of the mower.

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

    The volume of fluid that can be displaced by a pump in a single revolution.

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