Slope Operation - Toro 30363N Operator's Manual

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This machine is not designed or equipped for on-road
use and is a "slow-moving vehicle." If you must cross
or travel on a public road, you should be aware of and
comply with local regulations, such as required lights,
slow moving vehicle signs, and reflectors.
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Battery gases can explode. Keep cigarettes, sparks and
flames away from battery.
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Use only genuine Toro replacement parts to ensure that
original standards are maintained.
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Use only Toro approved attachments. Warranty may be
voided if used with unapproved attachments.

Slope Operation

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Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or
water. Wheels dropping over edges can cause rollovers,
which may result in serious injury, death, or drowning.
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Do not mow slopes when grass is wet. Slippery
conditions reduce traction and could cause sliding and
loss of control.
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Do not make sudden turns or rapid speed changes.
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Use a walk behind mower and/or a hand trimmer near
drop-offs, ditches, steep banks or water.
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Reduce speed and use extreme caution on slopes.
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Remove or mark obstacles such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
from the mowing area. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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Watch for ditches, holes, rocks, dips, and rises that change
the operating angle, as rough terrain could overturn the
machine.
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Avoid sudden starts when mowing uphill because the
mower may tip backwards.
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Be aware that loss of traction may occur going downhill.
Weight transfer to the front wheels may cause drive
wheels to slip and cause loss of braking and steering.
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Always avoid sudden starting or stopping on a slope.
If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed
slowly off the slope.
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Follow the manufacturer's recommendations for wheel
weights or counterweights to improve stability.
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Use extreme care with attachments. These can change the
stability of the machine and cause loss of control.
Using the Rollover Protection System
(ROPS)
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Keep the roll bar in the raised and locked position and
use the seat belt when operating the machine.
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Be certain that the seat belt can be released quickly in
the event of an emergency.
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Be aware there is no rollover protection when the roll
bar is down.
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Check the area to be mowed and never fold the ROPS in
areas where there are slopes, drop offs or water.
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Lower the rollbar only when absolutely necessary. Do
not wear the seat belt with the roll bar folded down.
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Check carefully for overhead clearances (i.e. branches,
doorways, electrical wires) before driving under any
objects and do not contact them.
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