Operator Safety
| Slope Operation |
| Operation on slopes can be dangerous. Using the unit |
| on a slope that is too steep where you do not have |
| adequate wheel traction (and control) can cause sliding, |
| loss of steering, control, and possible rollover. You |
| should not operate on a slope greater than a 5.4 foot |
| rise over a 20 foot length (15 degrees). |
| Always mow up and down slopes, not across the face |
| (to maintain traction on the wheels) and avoid sudden |
| turns or rapid speed changes. Reduce speed and use |
| extreme caution on ALL slopes. |
| Also, note that the surface condition you are on can |
| greatly impact your ability to safely operate this machine. |
| Operating on wet or slippery slopes can cause sliding |
| and loss of steering and control. Do not operate on |
| slopes that are slippery, wet, or have soft soil conditions. |
| If you feel unsure about operating the unit on a slope, |
| don’t do it. It’s not worth the risk. |
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Thrown Objects | for |
This unit has spinning mower blades.NotThese blades can pick up and throw debris that could seriously injure a bys ander. Be sure to lean up the area to be mowed and remove objects hat c uld be thrown by the blade BEFORE you start mowing.
Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or ischarge guard (deflector) in place.
Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is unning! If someone does enter the area, shut the unit off immediately until they leave.
Moving Parts
This equipment has many moving parts that can injure you or someone else. However, if you stay in the operator zone (stay seated in the seat), and follow the safety rules in this operator’s manual, the unit is safe to operate.
The mower deck has spinning mower blades that can amputate hands and feet. Do not allow anyone near the unit while it is running! Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches) in place and working.
To help you, the operator, use this equipment safely, it is equipped with an
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