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6. Extremely dry conditions of grass
7. Tire pressure
Any attachments mounted to the mower will also affect
the way it handles on a slope. Be aware that each attach-
ment’s characteristics vary.
Another consideration for safe mowing on slopes is to be
aware of what is located at the bottom of the slope.
Extreme caution should be used when there is a hazard
located at the bottom of the slope. Some examples are:
1. Water; i.e. lake, river
2. Cliffs, retaining walls
3. Roads, highways
4. Buildings
5. Rocks
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 remem-
ber 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. Seat belt
must be fastened while operating a
mower equipped with ROPS in the raised and secured
position. Both retaining pins and hair pins must be
installed.
Failure to use seat belt with ROPS will result in
serious injury in the event of a roll over.
Children
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to
the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the
mower and the mowing activity. Never assume that children
will remain where you last saw them.
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Never leave the mower unattended with the ignition key
in switch, especially with children present.
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Children or bystanders may be injured if they move or
attempt to operate the mower while it is unattended.
Always disengage the deck clutch, place the control
levers in park brake position, stop the engine, and remove
the ignition key when leaving operator’s seat.
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Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of a responsible adult other than the opera-
tor.
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Be alert and turn the mower off if children enter the area.
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Before and while backing, look behind and down for
small children.
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Never carry children, even with the blades off. They may
fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe
mower operation. Children who have been given rides in
the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for
another ride and be run over or backed over by the
mower.
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Never allow children to operate the mower.
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Never allow children or others in or on towed equipment.
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Use care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees,
the end of a fence or other objects that may obscure
vision.