•Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
•If machine stops while going uphill, disengage blades, shift into reverse and back down slowly.
•Do not turn on slopes unless neces- sary, and then, turn slowly and gradu- ally downhill, if possible.
_Look for this symbol to point out
important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_ CAUTION: In order to prevent accidental starting when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs, always disconnect spark plug wire and place wire where it cannot contact spark plug.
_ CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill
in neutral, you may lose control of the tractor.
CAUTION: Tow only the attachments that are recommended by and comply with specifications of the manufacturer of your tractor. Use common sense when towing. Operate only at the lowest possible speed when on a slope. Too heavy of a load, while on a slope, is dangerous. Tires can lose traction with the ground and cause you to lose control of your tractor.
&WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other repro- ductive harm.
_IbWARNING: Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
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