Slope Operation - Swisher Trim-N-Mow Owner's Manual

DO: Trim across the face of a slope and not up and down.
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DO: Remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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DO: W atch for holes, ruts or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
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DO NOT: Mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The operator could
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loose footing or balance.
DO NOT: Trim excessively steep slopes
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DO NOT: Trim on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
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K eep children out of the area and under the watchful care of another
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responsible adult.
B e alert and turn the m achine off if children enter the area.
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B efore and when backing, look behind and down for sm all children.
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N ever allow children to operate this m achine.
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U se extra care when approaching blind corners, shrubs, trees or other objects
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that m ay obstruct vision.
Use extra care handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flam m able and
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vapors are explosive.
Use only an approved container.
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Never rem ove gas cap or add fuel with the engine running.
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Allow engine to cool before refueling. Do not sm oke
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Never refuel the m achine indoors.
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Never store the m achine or fuel container where there is an open flam e, such
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as a water heater.
Never run a m achine inside a closed area.
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Keep nuts and bolts tight and equipm ent in good condition.
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Never tam per with safety devices.
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Keep m achine free of grass, leaves or other debris build up. Clean oil or fuel
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spillage. Allow m achine to cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipm ent if you strike an object. Repair if necessary
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before restarting.
Never m ake repairs or adjustm ents with the engine running.
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Slope Operation

Slopes are a major factor related to loss of control and slip accidents,
which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you
feel uneasy on it do not trim it.
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