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 across slopes, not up and down (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

 

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This unit has spinning mower blades. These blades can pick up and throw

 

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debris that could seriously injure a bystander. Be sure

o clean up the area o

be mowed and remove objects that could be thr wn by

he blade BEFORE you

start mowing.

 

 

 

Do not operate this unit without the entire grass catcher or discharge g ard

(deflector) in place.

 

 

 

Also, do not allow anyone in the area while the unit is unning! If s meone

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 operator-present safety system. Do NOT

 

 

 

attempt to alter or bypass the system. See your dealer

 

 

 

immediately if the system does not pass all the safety interlock

 

 

 

system tests found in this manual.

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