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Avoid starting, stopping, or turning the machine on
slopes. Avoid making sudden changes in speed or
direction; turn slowly and gradually.
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Do not operate a machine under any conditions
where traction, steering, or stability is in question.
Be aware that operating the machine on wet
grass, across slopes, or downhill may cause the
machine to lose traction. Loss of traction to the
drive wheels may result in sliding and a loss of
braking and steering. The machine can slide even
if the drive wheels are stopped.
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Remove or mark obstacles such as ditches, holes,
ruts, bumps, rocks, or other hidden hazards. Tall
grass can hide obstacles. Uneven terrain could
overturn the machine.
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Use extra care while operating with accessories or
attachments, such as grass-collection systems.
These can change the stability of the machine
and cause a loss of control. Follow directions for
counterweights.
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If possible, keep the deck lowered to the ground
while operating on slopes. Raising the deck while
operating on slopes can cause the machine to
become unstable.
Figure 14
1. Safe Zone—use the
machine here on slopes
less than 15 degrees or
flat areas.
2. Danger Zone—use a
walk-behind mower and/or
a hand trimmer on slopes
greater than 15 degrees
and near drop-offs or
water.
3. Water
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4. W=width of the machine
5. Keep a safe distance
(twice the width of the
machine) between the
machine and any hazard.
Operating the Parking
Brake
Always engage the parking brake when you stop the
machine or leave it unattended.
Engaging the Parking Brake
Park the machine on a level surface.
Disengaging the Parking Brake
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