6 OPERATION
22
6.7
HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________
The mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions; however, use
caution when operating on slopes, especially over rough
terrain or when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces
traction and steering control.
1.
If the mower tends to slide or the tires begin to “mark”
the turf, angle mower into a less steep grade until
traction is regained or tire marking stops.
2.
If mower continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, and back down slowly.
Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum traction.
Front - 10-12 psi (0.69-0.83 BAR).
Rear - 8-10 psi (0.55-0.69 BAR).
Figure 6C
Figure 6D
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of overturning, the safest
method for operating on hills and terraces is to travel
up and down the face of the slope (vertically), not
across the face (horizontally). Avoid unnecessary
turns, travel at reduced speeds, and stay alert for
hidden hazards and drop offs.
CAUTION
Do not operate this mower on side slopes greater than
13°.
!
!
13° Maximum
13° Maximum
0°
Degree
s
a
re
s
hown to ne
a
re
s
t 1/4°
Gener
a
l
S
lope of Ro
a
dw
a
y Em
ba
nkment - 45°
S
teepe
s
t Gr
ass
Are
a
-
3
1°
S
lope of Aver
a
ge Roof - 19-1/4°
2nd Cl
ass
Highw
a
y M
a
xim
u
m Gr
a
de - 4-1/2°
Toll Ro
a
d or Freew
a
y - 1-
3
/4°
0%
2-
3
/4°
5%
5-
3
/4°
10%
8
-1/2°
15%
11-1/4°
20%
14°
25%
16-
3
/4°
3
0%
19-1/4°
3
5%
21-
3
/4°
40%
24-1/4°
45%
26-1/2°
50%
2
8
-
3
/4°
55%
3
1°
60%
33
°
65%
3
5°
70%
3
6-
3
/4°
75%
38
-
3
/4°
8
0%
40-1/4°
8
5%
42°
90%
4
3
-1/2°
95%
45°
100%
Deg
ree
s
Gr
a
de
Summary of Contents for 67069
Page 55: ...NOTES 12 55 12 NOTES ...
