Shibaura SX21 - Page 87

SECTION 4 – SXM54, SXM60 MOWER DECK
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UNEVEN TERRAIN
Pre-plan mowing over uneven terrain so the
grass will be dry, minimizing wheel slippage and
spinning, which will damage the turf.
WARNING
To avoid loss of control, and to prevent
overturning the tractor and mower, always
mow up and down slopes, never across.
Pass diagonally through sharp dips. Avoid sharp
drop-offs completely to prevent "hanging-up" the
tractor and mower.
WARNING
Keep the tractor in gear when traveling
downhill.
Before mowing, check the area to determine the
best procedure. Consider the grass type and
height, and the type of uneven terrain on which
the mowing is to take place.
DANGER
Always use an approved roll over protective
structure (POPS) for safe operation.
Overturning a tractor, without a ROPS, can
result in serious injury or death. If your
tractor is not equipped with a ROPS, see your
SHIBAURA dealer.
Avoid sudden starts and stops while traveling up
or down hill, and slow the ground speed while
turning.
GRASS DISCHARGE
SXM54 and SXM60 mower decks have been
designed to provide maximum air flow for an
even discharge of grass clippings. When mowing
tall, or lush grasses, select a lower tractor
transmission speed, or reduce the width of cut,
for the best discharge efficiency.
For the best lawn appearance, do not mow when
the grass is wet or heavy with dew. Wet grass
could plug the bottom of the mower deck,
creating an unnatural load through the blades
and spindles, possibly damaging the mower deck
belt. Wet grass will also leave unsightly clumps
on the lawn.
If the mower should become clogged, back the
unit out of the uncut grass and try to clear it by
engaging and disengaging the PTO with the
deck raised. If the mower will not clear itself,
raise the deck, shut off the engine, set the
parking brake, lock the deck in the transport
position, and clean the bottom of the deck with a
scraper.
WARNING
The operator should never leave the tractor
seat with the mower blades rotating, with the
tractor in motion, or when the tractor engine
is running.