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SLOPE GUIDE
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS GUIDE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL
TREE,
A CORNER
OF A STRUCTURE,
A POWER LINE POLE, OR A FENCE,
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bOperate a walk-behind
mower
across the face of slopes,
never up or down slopes.
g mower
up or down slopes, never
across the face of slopes.
On s riding mower to determine if a slope is safe to mow: (1) disengage the blade(s) (2) put the unit In reverse and (3) try to back straight up the
slope. If you can back up the slope it Is generally safe to mow. However, If you do not feel safe or If you are not completely sure, use this guide
anddo not mow a alop.e 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 a slope that Is greater than 10 degrees.
A 15 degree slope Is a hill that Increases in height st approximately 2.5 feet in 10 feet.
A 10 degree slope Is a hill that Increases in height at approximately 1.7 feet in 10 feet.
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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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