Clippings left behind

[amcmac]

I have a 17/36 mini Z with a mulch kit. Yesterday I mowed my fescue and there were clumps of grass left in many spots, especially when I did a turn around on the driveway. The grass blew out from under the deck all over the driveway. On average I think I was taking about an inch off. The clippings didn't seem to be chopped or minced up like I thought they would. I am using the wavy blades (794214 & 794206). Am I taking too much off, going too fast? The deck might have some built up clumps underneath. Will cleaning underneath make a big difference?

Thanks,
Aron

[mowerconsultant]

Get the deck cleaned out, make sure the deck belt is tensioned properly and take no more than 1/3 of the grass off in a single pass at a reasonable speed and you should be good.
Full throttle also.
Let me know how it is after all this.

Pj

[amcmac]

What is the correct tension in the belt and how do you check it?

Thanks,
Aron

[mowerconsultant]

What is the correct tension in the belt and how do you check it?

Thanks,
Aron

This is outlined in your manuals.
Here are links to your manuals.

Owners

http://www.hustlerturf.com/Web-content/Manual/manuals%20pdfs/Owners%20Manuals/107708_0406.pdf

Parts (the last section, chapter 9, in your parts manual has extensive information on maintenance and service)

http://www.hustlerturf.com/Web-content/Manual/manuals%20pdfs/Parts%20Manuals/108737_1107.pdf