Slope Gauge; Mowing Tips - Craftsman 35751 Owner's Manual

SLOPE GAUGE & OPERATION
WARNING: Slopes are a major factor related to accidents involving slips and falls, which can result in severe injury. Operating the
mower on a slope requires extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. For your safety, use the slope gauge that is
included as part of this manual to measure slopes before operating this unit on a sloped or hilly area.
1. Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on a slope.
2. Watch for holes, ruts, rocks, hidden objects, or bumps that may cause a slip or a trip. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
3. Always be sure of your footing. If you feel like you are losing your balance, release the blade/motor control handle immediately.
The blade will stop rotating within 3 seconds.
4. Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments, because you could lose your footing or balance.
5. Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15°, as determined using the slope gauge.
6. Do not mow wet or damp grass. Unstable footing can cause slipping.
WARNING: Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of approximately 2 1/2' [.75 m] every 10' [3 m]).
Mow across the face of a slope, and never up and down.

SLOPE GAUGE

Use this page as a guide in order to identify slopes that cannot be mowed safely.

MOWING TIPS

NOTE: A sharp blade will greatly enhance the performance of the mower, especially when cutting high grass. Be sure to check the
blade and to sharpen it at least once per year, as described in the Maintenance section.
Verify that the lawn is free of stones, sticks, wires, and other objects that could damage the blades or the motor. These objects
could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction, and could cause serious personal injury to the operator and to others.
In order to prevent electric shock, do not operate the mower in damp or wet conditions.
Do not mow in circles. Travel back and forth across the lawn.
When cutting thick grass, reduce walking speed in order to allow for a more effective cut and a proper discharge of the clippings.
For a healthy lawn, always cut off one-third or less of the total length of the grass. The average lawn should be approximately 1 1/2
to 2" (3.8 to 5 cm) long during cool months, and more than 2" (5 cm) long during hot months. If there is growth, the lawn should be
cut in the fall.
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS EDGE LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE
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