Slope Operation - Swisher ST50022STDQ Owner's Manual

Slope Operation
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which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you
feel uneasy on it do not trim it.
• DO: Trim across the face of a slope and not up and down.
• DO: Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
• DO: Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
• DO NOT: Mow neardrop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could
loose footing or balance.
• DO NOT: Trim excessively steep slopes
• DO NOT: Trim on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
Children
• Keep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another
responsible adult.
• Be alert and turn the machine off if children enter the area.
• Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
• Never allow children to operate this machine.
• Use extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects
that may obstruct vision.
Service
• Use extra care handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and
vapors are explosive.
• Use only an approved container.
• Never remove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
• Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not smoke
• Never refuel the machine indoors.
• Never store the machine or fuel container where there is an open flame, such
as a water heater.
• Never run a machine inside a closed area.
• Keep nuts and bolts tight and equipment in good condition.
• Never tamper with safety devices.
• Keep machine free of grass, leaves or other debris build up. Clean oil or fuel
spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.
• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair if necessary
before restarting.
• Never make repairs or adjustments with the engine running.