Mowing On Slopes - Ransomes Highway 3 Safety, Operation & Maintenance Manual

7.14 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
AlBrt For Hidden Hazards.
To Ensure best Stability Always Load The Left
Hand Storage Rack First And Cut With All
Three Units Powered.
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.
See Specification
WARNING
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER
THAN 13° UNLESS "TST™" IS
INSTALLED
A = Maximum Allowable Slope
A
A = Maximum Allowable Slope
Degrees are shown to the nearest 1/4".
General slope of roadway embankment - 45°
Steepest grass area - 31°
Slope of average roof - 19-1/4°
2nd class highway maximum grade 4-1/2°
Toll road or freeway - 1-3/4°
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