Driving on slopes
Driving on slopes is one of the operations where
the risk of the driver losing control of the machine or
of it overturning is the greatest; this can result in
serious injury or death. All slopes demand extra
care. If you cannot reverse up a slope or if you feel
unsure, do not mow it.
Proceed as follows:
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Remove obstacles such as stones, branches,
etc.
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Mow upwards and downwards, not sideways.
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Do not use the machine on ground that slopes
more than 15°.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tyres
start to slip, stop the blades and drive slowly
down the slope.
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Always drive smoothly and slowly on slopes.
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Do not make any sudden changes in speed or
direction.
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Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, if
necessary, turn slowly and gradually downwards
if possible.
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Watch out for and avoid driving over furrows,
holes and bumps. It is easier for the machine to
overturn on uneven ground. Tall grass can hide
obstacles.
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Drive slowly. Do not turn the wheel sharply. The
machine engine-brakes better in low gear.
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Take extra care if any attachments are fitted that
can change the stability of the machine.
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Do not mow too close to edges, ditches or
banks. The machine can suddenly overturn if
one wheel comes over the edge of a steep slope
or a ditch, or if an edge gives way.
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Do not mow wet grass. It is slippery, and tyres
can lose their grip so that the machine skids.
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Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting
your foot on the ground.
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When cleaning under the machine, it may never
be driven near verges or ditches.
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendations
regarding wheel weights or counterbalance
weights to increase stability.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Mow upwards and downwards on slopes, not sideways.
Be especially careful when driving on slopes.
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