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If mowing
on a sloping surface,
always
drive up and down the face of the
grade. Never turn or drive across the face of the slope.
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To prevent
loss of control
or overturning,
always
reduce speed and exer-
cise extreme
caution
when operating
on sloping
or uneven surfaces.
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Avoid
turning
or stopping
on sloping
surfaces;
see page 28 for special
instructions.
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Do not back down or rapidly accelerate
up a sloping surface;
see page 28
for special instructions.
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When mowing
on slopes, empty the grass bags when they are half full. On
a slope, the weight
of full bags may cause the mower to tip over.
CLEANING
AND STORAGE
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Leaves, grass clippings,
oil and other combustible
materials
can become a
fire hazard. Be sure to keep the engine compartment,
the upper cutter deck
surfaces
and the belt and pulley areas clean.
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Stop
the engine
before
removing
the grass
bags
or cleaning
the discharge
chute.
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Check the condition
of the grass catcher bags frequently.
For your safety,
replace any bag that is worn or deteriorated.
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Always
empty the grass catcher
bags when mowing
is completed.
D,amp,
decomposing
grass clippings
generate
heat and can become a fire hazard.
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To reduce
the possibility
of fire,
allow
the engine
and exhaust
system
to
cool before storing
the mower
in an enclosed
space or near combustible
materials.
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