HUSTLER Z Diesel Operator's Manual page 15

603695
Part Number 601993
WARNING: Read operator's Manual and decals before attempting to
operate this machine.
WARNING: Roll over!
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Mow a safe distance (minimum of 10 feet) away from drop-offs,
retaining walls, drainage ditches, embankments, water, and other
types of hazards to avoid a wheel dropping over the edge or to avoid
the ground from breaking away.
WARNING: Back over!
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Do not carry passengers.
• Always stop machine if someone enters the area.
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Always be aware of what is behind the machine before backing up.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely necessary. Always look
down and behind before and while backing up.
WARNING: Roll over!
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Slow down before turning.
• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Never make sudden
changes in speed and direction.
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Do not mow on slopes above a retaining wall or drop-off.
WARNING: Ejection!
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Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.
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Keep all movement slow and gradual when going up or down slopes.
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Do not remove or modify stabilizer wheels or injury can result.
WARNING: Loss of traction/control on slopes!
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Shut off blades.
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Back slowly down the slope when loss of traction occurs.
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