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SLOPE GUIDE
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE, A CORNER OF A STRUCTURE, A POWER LINE POLE, OR A FENCE.
Operate a walk−behind mower across the face of slopes, never up or down slopes.
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Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes.
riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade(s), (2) put the unit in reverse, and (3) try to back straight up the e. If you can back up the slope, it is generally safe to mow. However, if you do not feel safe, or if you are not completely sure, use this guide do not mow a slope that is greater than 10 degrees. If the riding mower is used with a pull−behind or rear mounted attachment,
ot operate the unit on a slope that is greater than 10 degrees.
degree slope is a hill that increases in height at approximately 1.7 feet in 10 feet.
Use extreme care at all times, and avoid sudden turns or manoeuvers. Follow other instructions in this manual for safety in mowing on slopes. Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes. Operate a walk−behind mower across the face
of slopes, never up or down slopes. Use extra care when operating on or near slopes and obstructions.
CUT HERE TO USE SLOPE GUIDE
