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Do as follows
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Remove obstacles such as stones,
tree branches, etc.
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Mow up and down, not side-to-side.
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Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more
than 10°.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires
begin to slip, shut down the blades and drive
slowly down the slope.
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Always drive evenly and slowly on slopes.
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Make no sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if it
proves necessary, turn slowly and gradually
downward, if possible.
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Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows,
holes, and bumps. On uneven terrain, the
machine can tip more easily. Long grass can
hide obstacles.
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Drive slowly. Use small movements of the
steering controls.
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Be extra cautious with any additional equipment,
which can alter the machine’s stability.
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Do not mow near verges, ditches, or banks. The
machine can suddenly spin around if a wheel
goes over the edge of a drop or ditch, or if an
edge gives way.
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Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and the tires
can lose their grip, so that the machine slides.
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Try not to stabilize the machine by putting a foot
on the ground.
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When cleaning the chassis, the machine may
never be driven near verges or ditches.
Mow up and down, not side-to-side
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Be extra cautious when driving on slopes
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Driving on slopes is one of the operations where
the risk is greatest that the driver will lose control or
the machine will tip over, which can result in
serious injury or death. All slopes require extra
caution. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you
feel unsure, do not mow the slope.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires
lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
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If machine stops while going uphill, disen-
gage blades and back down slowly.
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and
then, turn slowly and gradually downhill, if
possible.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Driving on Slopes
