OPERATION 6
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6.6
TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT ____________________________________________________
Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual
when driving or transporting mower. Refer to Section 6.3
for general operating instructions. When operating in
reverse look behind you to ensure you have a clear path.
Important: If this mower is driven on public roads, it must
comply with federal, state, and local ordinances. Contact
local authorities for regulations and equipment
requirements.
1.
Disengage all drives and raise implements to the
transport position when driving to and from the area
of operation.
2.
Disengage parking brake and move traction lever to
Transport (2). Depress accelerator pedal slowly.
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 6B
Figure 6C
CAUTION
To prevent tipping or loss of control, travel at reduced
speed when making turns.
!
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
15° (26.8% grade).
!
!
15°
26.8%
Maximum
15°
26.8%
Maximum
0°
Degrees are shown to nearest 1/4°
0%
2-3/4°
5%
5-3/4°
10%
8-1/2°
15%
11-1/4°
20%
14°
25%
16-3/4°
30%
19-1/4°
35%
21-3/4°
40%
24-1/4°
45%
26-1/2°
50%
28-3/4°
55%
31°
60%
33°
65%
35°
70%
36-3/4°
75%
38-3/4°
80%
40-1/4°
85%
42°
90%
43-1/2°
95%
45°
100%
Deg
rees
Gr
ade
