5-3
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The technique works the best if you try not to
drive backwards at a near 90 degree angle to
the curb.
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To drive off a curb, reverse the procedure.
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Do NOT step off the machine during ANY
maneuver.
Note: Never drive straight onto or off a curb or climb
or “pop a wheelie” to climb a curb. Abruptly mounting
and dismounting a curb increases the fatigue of the
frame, transmissions, and caster wheels.
Mowing on Varying Terrain
Operating the machine on or near slopes
increases the hazard of rollover and loss of
control and may cause severe injury or death.
Refer to the SAFETY PRECAUTIONS section of
the manual and follow the recommendations
provided.
Facing Uphill
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Lean as far forward as possible to add your
weight to the front of the machine.
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Accelerate gently. Do not accelerate quickly
to avoid allowing the front wheels to lift off the
ground.
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If backing down the hill, do not stop suddenly
but slow down gradually.
Facing Downhill
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Machine has the least weight on the rear drive
wheels and therefore the least traction at the
tires. This is the angle that the machine has the
most tendency to slide.
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However, this is the angle that it has the least
tendency to tip back.
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Lean back with arms stretched out straight
while holding onto the stationary handlebar.
This transfers more of your body weight to the
rear drive wheels for more traction.
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Do not change speed suddenly to minimize the
tendency to slide.
Crossing a Slope Sideways
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Machine has the average amount of weight on
the drive wheels versus the front wheels.
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This angle leaves the least weight on the higher
side drive wheel, increasing the tendency to
slip.
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However this is the preferred angle for mowing
large areas of gentle slopes.
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Lean back and angle yourself to the higher side.
This adds weight to the rear drive wheels and
will provide greater traction.
Without the discharge chute, discharge cover,
or complete grass catcher assembly mounted
in place, you and others are exposed to blade
contact and thrown debris. Contact with
rotating mower blade(s) and thrown debris
cause injury or death.
Do not remove the chute deflector from the
mower or permanently secure it in the transport
position in a manner that overrides the closing
spring. If the grass deflector is ever damaged,
replace it immediately.
Never put your hands, feet, or head under the
mower.
Never try to clear the discharge area or mower
blades unless the Blade Switch (PTO) is off and
the ignition key is removed.
