SLOPE OPERATION:
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which
If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it,
DO
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Mow across the slope with your Dixon ZTR - never up or down.
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Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven terrain could overturn the
mower. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Use slow speed. Tires may lose traction on slopes even though the
brakes are functioning properly.
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Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can
change the stability of the mower.
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Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make
sudden changes in speed or direction.
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Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage
the blades and proceed slowly down the slope.
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If front wheels lift off the ground, pull the levers back to stabilize the
mower.
DO NOT
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Do not turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn slowly and
gradually downhill, if possible.
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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The mower
could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch,
or if an edge caves in.
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Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
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Do not try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot on the ground.
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Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.
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SAFETY
can result in severe injury or death.
All slopes require extra caution.
do not mow it!