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5.5 USING ON SLOPES
When mowing lawns on a slope, observe the maximum gradients already mentioned (
max
10° - 17%
) and move up and down but never across them. Take great care when changing
direction that the highest wheels do not hit obstacles (such as stones, branches, roots, etc.)
that may cause the machine to slide sideways, tip over or otherwise cause loss of control.
SLOW DOWN BEFORE CHANGING DIRECTION ON SLOPES
.
Never use reverse to reduce speed going downhill: you may lose control of the machine,
particularly on slippery surfaces. Never ride the machine on slopes in neutral or with the
clutch out! Always engage a low gear and the parking brake before leaving the machine
at a stopped and unattended.
Take care when beginning forward movement on sloping
ground to prevent the risk of tipping up. Reduce the forward speed before going on a
slope, particularly downhill.
5.6 TRANSPORTING
If the machine is transported on a truck or trailer, use ramps
with suitable resistance, width and length. Load the machine with the engine switched
off, without a driver and pushed by an adequate number of people. During transport,
close the fuel stopcock (if fitted), lower the cutting deck, engage the parking brake and
fasten the machine securely with ropes or chains to the hauling device.