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Caution when mowing slopes
Danger!
If the device, while in use, stops in
steep terrain or the engine cuts out,
the device can roll away.
Immediately actuate the parking
brake to prevent the device from
rolling away.
Observe the information regarding the oil pres-
sure switch in chapter Starting.
Sliding and tipping risk
Danger!
Risk of injury during mowing on
slopes due to tipping over or sliding.
Please observe the following inform-
ation.
max. 18°
– Do not mow excessively steep slopes. For
safety reasons, use the device only on
slopes with the following gradients:
18°: AS 920 Sherpa 2WD
20°: AS 940 Sherpa 4WD
21°: AS 940 Sherpa 4WD XL
– Please observe the following information on
the danger area.
– Use a clinometer if you are not familiar with
the slope (see accessories).
– Never unlock the drive at the slope because
the device can roll away.
– Always mow uphill and downhill, avoid mow-
ing in horizontal direction.
– Never drive on a slope that you cannot drive
up backwards without sliding.
– Be extremely cautious when changing the
direction.
– Do not turn on a slope.
– Prior to entering the slope, always actuate
the differential lock. Move on slopes only
when the differential lock is actuated.
– Always keep the speed low when moving on
slopes.
– Do not start abruptly and do not brake ab-
ruptly.
– Hold the steering wheel tightly so that the
device does not swerve.
– Drive with the rollbar flipped up. If the device
tips over, the rollbar can prevent the device
from overturning.
When the uphill wheels encounter obstacles
such as roots, branches, rocks, mounds etc.,
the device can tilt or slip.
– Only mow when you are familiar with the ter-
rain and the terrain is clear of obstacles.
– Pay attention to bumps, holes, and other vis-
ible hazards.
– Do not mow close to danger zones (e.g.
walls, steep declines, etc.).
Danger due to uncontrolled slipping
Only park the device on flat surfaces.
Proceed with extreme caution in case the
ground is wet or loose. The danger of slipping
is very high on cut growth, no matter if it is wet
or dry.
If the mower starts to slide you cannot regain
control by actuating the brake.
Uncontrolled sliding can occur because of:
– slope angles that are too steep.
– slippery ground.
– poor tire grip.
– speeding.
– abrupt braking.
– an inappropriate task for the device.
