Hayter MT313 Operator's Manual page 8

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OPERATION
Do not use on a slope of more than 12 degrees unless all cutterheads are in contact with the ground
.
Never use on a slope of more than 15 degrees.
Where ground conditions are such that there may be risk of the mower rolling over the requirements of
SI 1998 No. 2306 "Provision and Use of Work Equipment Regulations" should be considered, refer -
Introduction - Optional Extras.
Warning: Prevent Accident
Ground conditions affect traction. Particular conditions may not permit safe operation on the slope lim-
its stated.
Remember there is no such thing as a" safe" slope. Travel on a grass slope requires particular care.
To guard against overturning:
- Exercise extreme care when changing direction on a slope.
- Do not stop or start suddenly when going up or downhill.
- Engage drive slowly, especially when travelling downhill.
- Machine speed should be kept low on slopes and during tight turns.
- Stay alert for humps and hollows and other hidden hazards.
- Keep away from sharp inclines and steep drops.
- Never mow across the face of a slope.
- Never park on a slope.
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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Continued.
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Ground level
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