5.5 USING THE MACHINE ON SLOPING GROUND
Only mow on slopes with gradients up to the
maximum already mentioned (max 10° -
17%). Lawns on a slope have to be mowed
moving up and down and never across them.
When changing direction, take great care
that the wheels facing up the slope do not hit
any obstacles (such as stones, branches,
roots, etc.) that may cause the machine to
slide sideways, tip over or make you lose
control.
REDUCE SPEED BEFORE ANY CHANGE OF DIRECTION ON
SLOPES, and always apply the parking brake before leaving the machine at a
standstill and unattended.
Start moving forwards very carefully on sloping ground to
prevent the risk of tipping over. Reduce the forward speed before going on a
slope, particularly downhill.
Never use reverse to reduce speed going downhill: this could
cause you to lose control of the vehicle, especially on slippery ground.
Go down slopes with your foot off the drive pedal (
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4.32), to use the braking effect of
the hydrostatic drive when the transmission is not engaged.
5.6 TRANSPORTING
If the machine is transported on a truck or trailer, use suit-
able equipment for lifting and enough people for the weight involved and the
type of lifting system used. The machine must never be lifted by rope and tack-
le. During transport, close the fuel stopcock (
if fitted), lower the cutting
deck, apply the parking brake and fasten the machine securely with ropes or
chains to the hauling device.
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DANGER!
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DANGER!
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HOW TO USE THE MACHINE
max 10
°
(17%)