Mowing On Slopes - Jacobsen AR3 Safety, Operation And Maintenance Manual

7 OPERATION
7.9

MOWING ON SLOPES

The mower has been designed for good traction and stability under normal mowing conditions. Use caution
when operating on slopes, especially when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces traction and steering
control.WARNING
WARNING
To minimize the possibility of overturning,
the safest method for operating on hills
and terraces is to travel up and down the
face of the slope (vertically), not across the
face (horizontally).
turns, travel at reduced speeds, and stay
alert for hidden hazards.°
1. Always mow with the engine at full throttle,
control forward speed using traction foot pedal
to maintain proper cutting.
2. Use weight transfer control as required to
improve weight distribution between decks
and mower.
3. If the mower tends to slide or the tyres begin
to mark the turf, angle mower into a less steep
slope until traction is regained or tyre marking
stops.
4. If mower continues to slide or mark the turf,
the slope is too steep for safe operation. Do
not make another attempt to climb, and back
down slowly.
5. When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of
mower overturning.
Correct tyre pressure is essential for maximum
traction.
See Specification
WARNING
DO NOT USE ON SLOPES GREATER THAN
17°
en-38
Avoid unnecessary
A = Maximum Allowable Slope.
A = Maximum Allowable Slope.
Degrees are shown to the nearest 1/4".
General slope of roadway embankment - 45°
Steepest grass area - 31°
Slope of average roof - 19-1/4°
2nd class highway maximum grade 4-1/2°
Toll road or freeway - 1-3/4°