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Progressively greater care is needed as the
slope increases.
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Use EXTREME caution when mowing and/or
turning across slopes as loss of traction and/or
tip-over could occur. The operator is responsible
for safe operation.
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If any sign of loss of traction is detected drive
the Zero Turn Mower off of the slope slowly,
using extreme caution. Wait until the condition
that caused the problem is resolved before
attempting to operate on the slope again.
Terrain conditions can affect traction resulting in
possible loss of control of the Zero Turn Mower.
Some of the conditions to be aware of are:
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Wet terrain
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Depressions in the ground; i.e. holes,
ruts, wash-outs
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Mounds of dirt
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Soil type; i.e. sand, loose dirt, gravel,
clay
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Grass type, density, and height
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Extremely dry conditions of grass
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Tire pressure
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Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips and rises,
which change the operating angle. Keep away
from drop-offs and steep banks. Tall grass can
hide obstacles. Remove obstacles such as
rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Use caution near drop-offs, ditches, or
embankments. The Zero Turn Mower could
suddenly turn over if a wheel goes over the
edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
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Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away
from drop-offs, retaining walls, drainage ditches,
embankments, water, and other types of
hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the
edge or to avoid the ground from breaking away.
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Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand
trimmer near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or
water. This area can be dangerous.
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Avoid mowing uphill - Zero Turn Mower may tip
backwards. Always avoid sudden starting or
stopping on a slope.
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If tires lose traction, disengage the Zero Turn
Mower blades and maneuver slowly across the
slope.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (ie.
branches, doorways, and electrical wires)
before driving under objects and do not contact
them.
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Slow down and use extra care on hillsides. Be
sure to travel side to side on hillsides. Turf
conditions can affect the stability of the Zero
Turn Mower. Use caution while operating near
drop-offs.
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These are just a few examples of situations
when caution must be used when operating on
a slope. There are many other possibilities too
numerous to mention. Just remember to always
exercise extreme caution when operating on
any slope.
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The ROPS may minimize chance of injury or
death from rollover. The seat belt must be
fastened while operating a Zero Turn Mower
equipped with a ROPS in the raised and
secured position. Both retaining pins and hair
pins must be installed. Failure to use a seat belt
with ROPS may result in serious injury in the
event of a roll over.
PN OS-ZT-05
SAFETY
SAFETY
ZTR 01/21
Safety Section 1-9
© 2021 Alamo Group Inc.
USE ROPS & SEATBELTS FOR OPERATING ON SLOPES SAFETY (CONT.)
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