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1.
Exercise extreme caution when operating a ride-on mower on a slope. Slopes are a major cause of tip-over and loss
of control accidents involving ride-on mowers. Severe injury or death can occur.
2.
The manufacturer recommends that the single front castor wheel be replaced with the optional dual wheel
assembly (GT00999)
before
attempting to mow any slope.
3.
Owing to inadequate reaction to hazard times, the large (fast) drive dogs should be replaced with the standard
small drive dogs when working on slopes.
4. Plan a mowing procedure that does not require sudden directional changes or the drive to be engaged or
disengaged while on a slope.
5. Never operate on a mower on any slope if it is wet.
6. A walk-behind mower should only be operated across a slope, never up or down. Disengage the drive clutch or
misplaced footing while working up or down an incline could result in the mower rolling back onto the operator or
running out of control down the slope.
7. Before operating on a slope, remove all loose matter, branches, rocks, etc. and stay clear of holes, erosion, and tree
roots, etc. Such hazards can cause unexpected and instantaneous stability changes.
8. Do not use the grass catching attachment on slopes.
9. Do not mow close to steep drop offs.
10. If a totally safe mowing procedure cannot be planned prior to entering a sloped area, an alternative method of
cutting this area which does not risk the safety of the operator should be used.
If the operator of this Slasher is not absolutely certain a slope does not exceed the previous recommendations, the
area should not be entered until such time a properly qualified person has assessed and reported on the safety of the
area.
Mowing on Slopes
15. Watch out for traffic when crossing or operating the mower near roadways. Always mow with the safety grass
deflector properly fitted.
16. Disengage the drive to the cutting blades and stop engine:
(a) Before refueling.
(b) Before removing the grass catcher or any attachment.
(c) Before making a height adjustment, unless adjustment is being made from the operators position.
(d) Before clearing blockages. (e) Before inspecting, cleaning, or working on the mower.
(f) After striking a foreign object (inspect the mower for damage and make necessary repairs before
restarting and operating the machine).
(g) If the machine starts to vibrate abnormally (check immediately).
17. Disengage the drive to the cutting blades when not in use or if transporting.
18. Do not over-speed the engine or alter the governor settings. Excessive speed is dangerous and shortens engine
life.
19. Do not allow grass, garden debris or grease to build up on the mower, particularly around the engine. This
could be a fire hazard.
20. Replace any unreadable warning or safety decals. 21. Do not lend or sell the mower without the owners
manual.
22. Mow only in good daylight.
23. Walk, never run whilst mowing.
