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UNEVEN TERRAIN
Be careful when operating mower on
uneven ground.
Do not operate on steep slopes. Op-
eration on a steep slope could cause
loss of control, machine to overturn
and personal injury or death.
• Do not operate on slopes over 15 degrees
(27%). This machine was not specifi cally
designed to operate on steep slopes.
• The operator is responsible for safe opera-
tion on slopes, even slopes of 15 degrees
(27%) or less. Only the operator can deter-
mine the stability of the mower on a given
slope based on existing conditions like: ma-
chine speed and direction, slope variation,
slipperiness, drop-offs, holes, obstacles, etc.
• To determine the angle of a slope, an angle
measuring device (protractor/inclinometer)
is readily available at your local hardware
store.
• Always start mowing at the bottom of slopes.
Traveling up slopes, this machine has more
traction traveling forward than reverse. Be
careful on slopes to avoid driving forward
into a position where there is not enough
traction to enable backing out or stopping.
• Tires may lose traction on slopes even
though the brakes are functioning properly.
• Avoid sudden starts and acceleration when
traveling forward uphill as mower may tip
backwards.
• Do not mow slopes when grass is wet because
slippery conditions will reduce traction and
braking which in turn affects steering.
• Use caution when making turns. Slow the
mower down before making sharp turns. Unit
can spin very rapidly by positioning one lever
too much ahead or behind the other.
• Look around you to be sure the area is clear
before turning or backing up.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the blades and
proceed slowly straight down the slope.
• Keep all movement on slopes slow and grad-
ual. Do not make sudden changes in speed
or direction.
• Follow manufacturer’s recommendation
for counterweights for added stability when
operating on slopes or using front or rear
mounted attachments. Remove weights
when not required.
• Use extra care with grass catchers or other
attachments. These can change the stability
of the machine. Do not use grass catcher on
steep slopes.
• Do not operate without OPS installed.
• Always wear seatbelt.
• Be certain that the seatbelt can be released
quickly if the machine is driven or rolls into
ponds or water.
• Check carefully for overhead clearances
such as, branches, doorways, or electrical
wires, before driving under any objects and
do not contact them.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
• Set the throttle at 1/3 open. Allow engine to
idle at this setting for several minutes.
• Move ignition switch to “OFF” position (up-
right) and remove key.
• Never use carburetor choke to stop engine.
Always remove key from ignition
switch when leaving machine unat-
tended or when not in use.
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