Murray 2691109-00 Operator's Manual page 12

SLOPE OPERATION
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-
over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death.
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back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not operate
on it.
Control of a walk-behind or ride-on machine sliding on a
slope will not be regained by the application of the brake.
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on the ground, speed too fast, inadequate braking, the type
of machine is unsuitable for its task, lack of awareness of
the ground conditions, incorrect hitching and load distribu-
tion.
1. Mow up and down slopes, not across.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Uneven terrain could
overturn the unit. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3. Choose a slow speed so that you will not have to stop
or change speeds while on the slope.
4. Do not mow on wet grass. Tires may loose traction.
5. Always keep unit in gear especially when traveling
down slopes. Do not shift to neutral and coast down-
hill.
6. Avoid starting, stopping, or turning on a slope. If tires
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slowly straight down the slope.
7. Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do
not make sudden changes in speed or direction,
which could cause the machine to rollover.
8. Use extra care while operating machines with grass
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bility of the unit. Do not use on steep slopes.
9. Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot
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The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
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11. Do not use grass catchers on steep slopes.
12. Do not mow slopes you cannot back up them.
13. See your authorized dealer/retailer for recommenda-
tions of wheel weights or counterweights to improve
stability.
14. Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
15. Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes
even through the brakes are functioning properly.
16. Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then,
turn slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
    
1. Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for
towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the
hitch point.
2. Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for
weight limit for towed equipment and towing on
slopes.
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ment.
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cause loss of traction and loss of control.
5. Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.
6. Do not shift to neutral and coast down hill.
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CHILDREN
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the
presence of children. Children are often attracted to the unit
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remain where you last saw them.
EMISSIONS
  
WARNING
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When operating on slopes use additional wheel
weights or counterweights. See your dealer/retailer to
determine which weights are available and appropriate
for your unit.
Select slow ground speed before driving onto slope.
In addition to front weights, use extra caution when
operating on slopes with rear-mounted grass catchers.
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1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the
watchful care of another responsible adult.
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3. Before and during reverse operation, look behind and
down for small children.
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safe unit operation. Children who have been given
rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing
area for another ride and be run over or backed over
by the machine.
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6. Use extra care when approaching blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may obscure vi-
sion.
1. Engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals
known, in certain quantities, to cause cancer, birth de-
fects, or other reproductive harm.
2. Look for the relevant Emissions Durability Period and
Air Index information on the engine emissions label.
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