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4.6
TO DRIVE / TRANSPORT____________________________________________________
Read and follow all safety notes contained in this manual
when driving or transporting mower. Refer to
Section 4.3
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 and engage transport latches
when driving to and from the area of operation.
2.
Shift mower to 2WD.
3.
Disengage parking brake and move throttle lever to
FAST. Depress traction pedal slowly.
4.
Always bring the mower to a complete stop before
changing travel direction or shifting from 2WD to
4WD.
4.7
TRANSPORT LATCHES ____________________________________________________
1.
The wing decks are equipped with a latch to prevent
accidental lowering of the cutting units during trans-
port or maintenance operations. The latch knobs are
located on the engine fire wall, behind and to the left
and right of the operator’s seat.
2.
Fully raise the wing decks and push the latch knobs
in to secure the deck. The weight of the deck/lift arm
must not rest on the latch.
3.
To release latch, pull the latch knob out and lower
the deck to the ground.
4.8
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.
Always mow with the engine at full throttle but reduce
forward speed for safe operation.
2.
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.
3.
If mower continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, back down slowly.
4.
When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of
mower overturning.
5.
Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum
traction.
6.
If additional traction is required, adjust the weight
transfer knob as described in the Parts and
Maintenance manual.
NOTICE
Do not transport with the arms resting on the latch.
Transport latches are only used to prevent accidental
lowering of the cutting units.
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, stay alert for hidden
hazards, and drop offs.
CAUTION
Do not operate this mower on slopes greater than
14°.
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