The mulch cutters convert the thick grass cuts into a fine mulch, but a mulch can also do the job. A padded plug covers the rear or lateral ramp of its corteped, redirecting the grass.
In summary, a padded plug converts its conventional host into a corteped. The grass revolves inside the roof, is cut several times, and then released on its grass to fertilize and cover the ground.
Let’s discuss what a Mulching plug is, how it works and how to install it.
Mulching Plug: What is it?
A mulch plug is a deck and a deflector for the rear bag ramp of its corteped (or side ramp) that converts its regular host into a corteped. This piece can be bought separately or as part of a mulch kit, which is generally composed of the padded cap plotted shovels.
How does a mulch plug work?
A Mulching plug works when blocking the rear ramp of the cutter or the side ramp so that the grass remains inside the roof. The mulch cap helps to move and redirect the grass around the roof to cut again and again in smaller pieces. While pushing or mounts your corteped, these pieces extend evenly on the grass. Basically, its regular cutter now works like a corteped.
To experience the benefits of an unbuilding corteped, hire a local grass care professional to go out with his grass.
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Types of mulch plugs
But how do you choose the ideal mulch plug? You can choose an OEM or the accessories market or opt for a universal design, which can be a bit cheaper.
Oem vs. accessory market pieces
OEM means manufacturer of original equipment. As the name implies, the OEM pieces are manufactured by the same company as their machine. So, if you have the right OEM piece for your model, it fits perfectly in your host. The accessory market pieces, on the other hand, are usually made by another manufacturer and may not be an exact adjustment.
Specific Designs of Universal vs. Model
Accessory pieces are often made to fit the widest range of possible models and work as semi-universal corteped plugs. These pieces often cover a range of brands and corteped models.
The OEM pieces are usually made to adapt to a specific model of a specific brand. These specific designs of the model are, in general, a little more expensive. Look at the cost difference or reviews (if bought online) to make the best decision.
Design variations
Mulching plug designs vary according to the brand and the cortesped model:
- Push mulching plugs: If your model does not have a bag ramp, the Mulching cap is essentially a roof and/or lateral discharge deflector. In the thrust cutters with a bag ramp, the mulch plug is a deflector who inserts into the rear ramp.
- Retrieve shortcut paddles: The mounted mounts for mounted cutters can also be a deck/deflector for the side download channel or a piece that is installed under the cover, around the perimeter of the blade. In addition, in other models, the Mulching plug can also be inserted into the rear bag ramp. This option resembles a shovel, since it is an angled piece with a long handle.
How to install a mulch plug
Installing a padded plug is easy, but the installation will depend on its type of corteped. You will have to consult your operator’s manual to obtain specific model instructions, but here is a general guide on how to install your mulch plug.
For the spectats:
- Raise The rear download door.
- Push The plug in the position. For some models, you will have to insert the angle plug, either from one side or from above. In general, you will listen to a click sound when the piece is blocked instead.
- Near The rear download door, and you are ready.
To mount:
- Raise or remove The side cover ramp.
- Fit The Mulching cap at the cover opening. Make sure the notch at the back of the plug is completely inserted (for some models). You may listen to a click sound when the piece fits.
- Attach The two clips that hang from Mulch’s shrinking in the two slots on each side of the roof.
Frequent questions about padded caps
It is better to pocket its cuts instead of Mulch when:
• The grass is too high. If you have let your grass grow too high, it is better to cut the cut of a regular grass cutter to shorten the grass cuts. If you try to cushion the high grass, the cuts can be entangled under the corteped and will not be properly chopped in mulch.
• The grass is wet. You should not wear a mulch plug to cut the wet lawn since the grass will get stuck under the corteped, forming humid grass groups instead of becoming a mulch. If your corteped deck is clogged with grass, read our guide on the best ways to clean a cutting cover.
• Your lawn is sick or has a weed problem. If your herb has weeds or any grass disease, the padding of grass cuts will further transmit the problem to the rest of your grass.
In addition to the previous situations, you can use a padding plug every time you are cutting the grass, which should be around once a week in the growth season. But if you are not sure, try to use your padded plug for the first two curtains of the season and observe how the grass responds.
See related:
• Reasons why you should not cut the wet lawn
• How to avoid grass agglomeration when cutting
Technically, you do not need special blades if you already have a mulch plug. Regular blades can accumulate your grass when you have the installed plug. However, keep in mind that Mulching blades do a better job since they are designed for this task, padding the grass more efficiently and in finer pieces.
When to call a professional
Although Mulching Your Grass is an excellent way to save time and effort, you can also save your energy by making someone more approach this task. Contact a local career professional of the lawn today and sit down and enjoy your freshly covered grass.
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Teresa Joaquim
Teresa is an enthusiast of the plant and creative writer who has been writing for Lawstarter for years, using her background in research to write about the care of the grass and everything green. A proud mother of two rescued cats also has a special love for animals.
