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ImportantOperatorSafetyInstructions(Continued)
SlopeOperation
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Operationon slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit on a slope that is too
steep whereyou do not haveadequatewheeltraction (and control) can
causesliding, loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You should
not operateon a slopegreaterthan a 5.4 foot riseover a 20 foot length (15
degrees).
Always mow across slopes, not up and down (to maintaintraction on the
wheels) and avoid suddenturns or rapid speedchanges.Reducespeedand
useextremecaution on ALL slopes.
Also, notethat the surface condition you are on cangreatly impactyour
ability to safely operatethis machine.Operatingon wet or slippery slopes
can causesliding and loss of steering and control. Donot operateon
slopes that areslippery, wet, or havesoft soil conditions.
If you feel unsureabout operatingthe unit on a slope, don't do it. It's not
worth the risk.
Thrown Objects
This unit hasspinning mower blades. Thesebladescanpick up and throw
debristhat could seriously injure a bystander. Besure to clean upthe areato
be mowed and removeobjectsthat could bethrown bythe blade BEFOREyou
start mowing.
Do not operatethis unit without the entiregrass catcher or dischargeguard
(deflector) in place.
Also, do not allow anyonein the areawhile the unit is running! if someone
doesenterthe area,shut the unit off immediately until they leave.
Moving Parts
This equipment hasmany moving parts that can injure you or
someoneelse. However,if you stayin the operatorzone (stay
seatedin the seat), and follow the safety rules in this operator's
manual,the unit is safeto operate.
Themower deck hasspinning mower bladesthat can amputate
handsand feet. Donot allow anyonenearthe unit while it is
running! Keepsafety devices(guards, shields,and switches) in
placeand working.
Tohelpyou, the operator, usethis equipment safely, it is
equippedwith an operator-presentsafetysystem. Do NOT
attempt to alter or bypassthe system. Seeyour dealer
immediately if the system does not pass all thesafety interlock
systemtests found in this manual.
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