Ransomes HR3300T Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual page 40

7 OPERATION
7.13 MOWING ON SLOPES
The mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions. Use
caution when operating on slopes, especially when
the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and
steering control.
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of overturning, the
safest method for operating on hills and
terraces is to travel up and down the face of
the slope (vertically), not across the face
(horizontally). Avoid unnecessary turns,
travel at reduced speeds, and stay alert for
hidden hazards.
1. Always mow with the engine at full throttle,
control forward speed using traction foot
pedal to maintain proper cutting.
2. Use weight transfer control as required to
improve weight distribution between decks
and mower.
3. If the mower tends to slide or the tyres
begin to mark the turf, angle mower into a
less steep slope until traction is regained or
tyre marking stops.
4. If mower continues to slide or mark the turf,
the slope is too steep for safe operation. Do
not make another attempt to climb, and
back down slowly.
5. When descending a steep slope, always
lower implements to the ground to reduce
the risk of mower overturning.
Correct tyre pressure is essential for maximum
traction.
Front: 14 - 20 psi (1.00 - 1.37bar)
Rear: 14 - 20 psi (1.00 - 1.37bar)
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SAFETY, OPERATORS & MAINTENANCE MANUAL
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 14° FOR MACHINES FITTED
WITH ROTARY DECKS AND MACHINES
FITTED WITH ROTARY DECKS AND
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 12° FOR MACHINES FITTED
WITH ROTARY DECKS AND ROPS
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 10° FOR MACHINES FITTED
WITH ROTARY BRUSH OR SNOW
BLADE AND ROPS CAB.
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A
WARNING
ROPS CAB.
WARNING
FRAME
WARNING