Glossary S

Glossary S

Safety

The state of being free from danger or harm.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Safety concerns

    Potential hazards associated with operating a mower.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Safety considerations when mowing on slopes

    Factors to consider when mowing on slopes, such as the angle of the slope and the stability of the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Safety features

    Features designed to ensure the safety of the operator and those around the mower.

  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)
  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Scalping

    The unintentional cutting of grass too short, resulting in damage to the lawn.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Seat comfort and adjustability

    The level of comfort and adjustability of the seat on the mower.

  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Seat design

    The design of the seat on the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)
  • Self-propelled feature

    A feature that allows the mower to move forward without the need for pushing.

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

    The ability of a mower to absorb shocks and vibrations while mowing.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Side discharge capabilities

    The ability of a mower to discharge grass clippings from the side of the deck.

  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Side discharge chute blocker

    A device that can be attached to the mower deck to prevent grass clippings from being discharged from the side.

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

    The ability of a mower to effectively discharge grass clippings from the side of the deck.

  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Side discharge option

    A feature that allows grass clippings to be discharged from the side of the mower deck.

  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Single-Cylinder Engine

    An engine with one cylinder that powers the mower.

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

    The ability of the mower to maintain stability on slopes.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Small mowers

    Zero turn mowers designed for smaller lawns or spaces.

  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Smoothness of operation

    The ability of the mower to operate smoothly without excessive vibration or noise.

  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Smoothness of turns

    The ability of the mower to make smooth turns without jerking or jolting.

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

    The process of adding nutrients to the soil to improve its fertility.

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

    The overall condition of the soil, including its fertility and structure.

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

    The ability of soil to retain moisture.

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

    The arrangement of soil particles and their distribution.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Bagging Vs. Mulching (Unpacked)
  • Sound pressure level (SPL)

    A measure of the intensity of sound, measured in decibels (dB).

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

    Materials used to reduce the amount of noise produced by machinery, resulting in a quieter operation.

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

    The rate at which the mower moves.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Speed adjustment knob

    The knob used to adjust the speed of the mower.

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

    The ability to adjust the speed of the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)
  • Residential Vs. Commercial: Zero Turn Mowers (Clarified)
  • Zero-Turn: Single Vs. Twin-Cylinder Engines (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)
  • Speed control lever

    The lever used to control the speed of the mower.

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

    The mechanism that controls the speed of the mower.

  • Deck Size: Small Vs. Large Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: Front Vs. Rear Engine (Unpacked)
  • Stability

    The ability of the mower to maintain balance and stability during operation.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Cutting Width: Narrow Vs. Wide Zero-Turn Mowers (Defined)
  • Stability during sharp turns

    The ability of the mower to maintain stability during sharp turns.

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

    The mechanism used to start the mower.

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

    The device used to control the steering mechanism.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Steering mechanism

    The system that controls the direction of the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Walk-Behind Mower: Speed (Explained)
  • Zero-Turn Vs. Riding Mower: Efficiency (Explained)
  • Steering sensitivity adjustments for hillside mowing

    Adjustments made to the steering system to ensure stability on hills.

  • Zero-Turn Mower: Flat Vs. Hilly Terrain (Clarified)
  • Steering system

    The mechanism that controls the direction of the mower.

  • Zero-Turn Vs. Tractor Mower: Maneuverability (Compared)
  • Steering wheel control lever

    The lever used to control the steering wheel on a zero turn mower.

  • Hydrostatic Vs. Automatic: Zero-Turn Transmissions (Decoded)
  • Steering wheel vs joystick controls

    Two types of control systems for zero turn mowers.

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

    Factors to consider when storing the mower, such as space, weather protection, and accessibility.

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

    Creating patterns in the grass by bending the blades in different directions during mowing.

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

    The system of springs, shocks, and other components that absorb shocks and vibrations when operating a zero turn mower.

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

    The design of a zero turn mower’s suspension system, which affects its ride comfort and handling.

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

    The practice of using resources in a way that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

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

    Certifications that indicate a zero turn mower or landscaping practices meet certain environmental standards.

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

    The use of environmentally friendly practices in landscaping, such as using native plants and reducing water usage.

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

    The use of environmentally friendly practices when using a zero turn mower, such as reducing emissions and conserving resources.

  • Gas Vs. Electric: Zero Turn Mowers (Decoded)
  • Zero-Turn Mower: 2-Stroke Vs. 4-Stroke Engines (Unpacked)