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5.4 SLOPE OPERATION
WARNING!
Slopes are a major factor related to tip-over and rollover
accidents that can result in severe injury or death. Operation on
slopes requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do
not mow it. For your safety, do not attempt to mow steep slopes
greater than 15°. Make a copy or cut out the slope guide image
on and use to determine if your slope is too steep for safe
operation.
Mow up and down, not across the face of slopes.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Wet grass can cause the tires to lose
traction or slip on slopes, even though the brakes are functioning
properly.
Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps which can cause
you to slip or trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles. Remove all objects
such as rocks, tree limbs, etc., which could be tripped over or thrown by
the blade.
DO NOT mow near dropoffs, ditches, or embankments.
Drive slowly and do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid stopping on slope if at all possible. If stopping is unavoidable,
make sure to engage parking brake.
When restarting, use lowest possible speed. If turning is necessary,
exercise extreme caution when changing direction and always turn
downhill.
NEVER attempt to stabilize the mower on a slope by placing your foot
on the ground during operation.
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