CHAPTER 1. FOR SAFE OPERATION
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4. OPERATION ON A SLOPE
DANGER : Slopes are a major factor related
to accidents with front mowers, resulting in
severe injuries.
We cannot recommend the front mower with mower deck
be operated on a slope. All slopes require extra caution;
no slope is safe.
You can lose control of the front mower on a slope
because of one of the following:
- the wheels lack traction; you are driving the front mower
too fast.
- you are not braking properly; the front mower type is not
suited for the task.
- you are unaware of the ground conditions (especially
slopes).
- you incorrectly hitch an attachment or distribute a load.
If the front mower has to be used on a slope, Never use it
on a slope of more than “10°”. Even if using it on a slope
of less than “10°”, be sure to abide by the following
instructions.
A slope angle of 10° is specified with the front mowers
equipped with the attachments mentioned respectively.
- The front mower is not equipped with any attachments or
a cabin.
- The front mower is equipped with a standard mower
deck.
Grass catchers and other attachments can change the
stability of the front mower. Follow the instructions for add-
ing weight to improve the stability of the front mower.
When your front mower is equipped with an implement
other than standard, such as a collector, a cabin, etc.,
never fail to ask your dealers about machine balance.
Always follow their advice.
The ROPS is a safety device.
- Keep the ROPS in the vertical and locked position.
Always use the seat belt when you operate the mower.
Make sure the seat belt can be released quickly in an
emergency.
- The ROPS should only be folded if absolutely necessary
for storage. Do not operate the mower with the ROPS in
the folded position. There is no roll over protection with
the ROPS in the folded position.
- Do not use the seat belt with the ROPS in the folded
position.
- Do not remove the ROPS from the mower.
(Recommended seat: MSG83/521/GRAMMER)
4.1. Be sure to wear a helmet during operation.
4.2. If you feel uneasy operating your front mower on a
slope, do not mow it.
4.3. Evaluate the terrain to determine what accessories
and attachments you will need to be safe.
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