WARNING
WARNING Failure to observe the following instructions
!could result in serious injury or death.
SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to
All slopes require extra caution. If you feel unsure on any slope, do not mow it!
DO
Mow across the slope with your Dixon® ZTR® — never up or down. This will decrease the risk of
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, wires and other foreign objects that can be thrown by mower blades.
Watch for holes, ruts, roots and bumps, and uneven terrain that could overturn the mower. Tall grass can hide such obstacles.
Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the brakes are functioning properly.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Use extreme caution when operating the mower with attachments to prevent
If front wheels lift off the ground, pull levers back to stabilize the mower. Discontinue mowing the slope!
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