Slope Guide - Murray 42586X9A Instruction Book

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I _ Operate a walk-behind mower
/ across the face of slopes,
never up or down slopes.
10 DEGREES
15 DEGREES
riding mower
up or down slopes, never
across the face of slopes.
On a riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: (1) disengage the b ade(s), (2) put the unit n reverse, and (3) try to back straight up the
slope f you can back up the slope, it Is genera y safe to mow. However, if you do not feel safe, or If you are not completely sure, use this guide
anddo not mow a slope that Is greater than 15 degrees. If the riding mower is used with a pull-behind or rear mounted attachment,
do not operate the unit on s slope that is greater than 10 degrees.
A 15 degree slope is a hill that Increases in height at approximately 2.5 feet in 10 feet.
A 10 degree slope is s hill that increases in height at approximately 1.7 feet In 10 feet.
A se extreme care at all times, and avoid sudden turns or maneuvers. Follow other instructions in this manual for safety In mowing on
slopes. Operate a riding mower up or down slopes, never across the face of slopes. Operate a walk-behind mower across the face
of slopes, never up or down slopes. Use extra care when operating on or near slopes and obstructions.
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