5 OPERATION
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5.10 MOWING ON SLOPES______________________________________________________
The mower is designed for good traction and stability in
normal conditions for operation. On wet grass slopes use
caution, as wet grass decreases traction and steering control.
1.
Always cut the grass with the engine at full throttle.
Control the forward speed with the traction pedal to
keep the correct cutting performance.
2.
Use the weight transfer control as required to improve
the weight distribution between decks and mower.
3.
If the mower slides or the tires begin to mark the turf,
you can angle the mower into a less steep slope until
traction is regained or tire marking stops.
4.
If the mower continues to slide or mark the turf, the
slope is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, and back down slowly.
5.
When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of mower
overturning.
6.
Correct tire pressure is necessary for maximum traction.
Mowers with 2 Post ROPS
Front - 16 psi (1.10 BAR)
Rear - 30 psi (2.07 BAR)
Mowers with Cab
Front - 18 psi (1.24 BAR)
Rear - 32 psi (2.21 BAR)
WARNING
To decrease the possible cause of overturning. The safest
method for operation on slopes and terraces is.
1. To travel up and down the face of the slope (vertically)
but not across the face (horizontally).
2. Do not make a turn that is not necessary.
3.Travel at decreased speeds and look for hazards.
For best stability, always cut with all three units.
CAUTION
Mowers with 2 Post ROPS: Do not operate the mower on
the slopes greater than 19° or a 34% slope.
Mowers with Cab: Do not operate the mower on the slopes
greater than 17° or a 30% slope.
A° Maximum
A° Maximum
A= M
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xim
u
m Allowed
S
lope
!
0°
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
%
General slope of roadway embankment - 45°
Steepest Grass Area - 31°
Slope of the average roof - 19-1/4°
2nd Class highway maximum grade 4-1/2°
Toll road or freeway - 1-3/4°
Grade
Degrees
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