OPERATION ON HILLS
This lawn tractor is intended for use on relatively flat terrain. Operating on
slopes exceeding 10” (17% grade) could cause the tractor to tip over.
Maximum safe operating angle
MAXIMUM loo 117% GRADE)
NOTE: If you feel that you cannot accurately judge the angle of a grade,
we suggest that you obtain an inclinometer. These slope gauges are
available at many hardware stores.
Mowing on Hills:
. Reduce speed and exercise extreme caution.
l Always drive up and down the face of the grade. Never turn around on
or drive across the face of the grade; this may cause the tractor to tip
over.
l Empty grass bags when they are half full. The weight of full bags could
cause the tractor to tip over.
Stopping on Hills
If possible, avoid stopping while driving uphill. If it is necessary to stop on
a hill, follow the procedures below:
1. Push the brake pedal to the floor; the shift lever will return to the
NEUTRAL position.
2. Move the PTO lever to the OFF (disengaged) position.
3. Set the parking brake.
Starting on Hills
It is important to follow the uphill starting procedure carefully to avoid tip-
ping the lawn tractor over.
1. Release the parking brake.
2. Slowly move the shift lever to the desired speed range.
m Moving the shift lever too quickly while starting uphill may
cause the lawn tractor to tip over backwards. Always move the shift lever
slowly and gradually.