l If mowing on a sloping surface, always drive up and down the face of the
grade. Never turn or drive across the face of the slope.
l To prevent loss of control or overturning, always reduce speed and exer-
cise extreme caution when operating on sloping or uneven surfaces.
l Avoid turning or stopping on sloping surfaces; see page 28 for special
instructions.
l Do not back down or rapidly accelerate up a sloping surface; see page 28
for special instructions.
l When mowing on slopes, empty the grass bags when they are half full. On
a slope, the weight of full bags may cause the mower to tip over.
CLEANING AND STORAGE
l Leaves, grass clippings, oil and other combustible materials can become a
fire hazard. Be sure to keep the engine compartment, the upper cutter deck
surfaces and the belt and pulley areas clean.
l
Stop the engine before removing the grass bags or cleaning the discharge
chute.
l Check the condition of the grass catcher bags frequently. For your safety,
replace any bag that is worn or deteriorated.
l Always empty the grass catcher bags when mowing is completed. D,amp,
decomposing grass clippings generate heat and can become a fire hazard.
l
To reduce the possibility of fire, allow the engine and exhaust system to
cool before storing the mower in an enclosed space or near combustible
materials.