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OPERATION
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HILLSIDE OPERATION _____________________________________________________
! 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). Avoid unnecessary
turns, travel at reduced speeds, and stay alert for
hidden hazards.
! CAUTION
Do not operate this mower on slopes greater than 17°.
The mower has been designed for good traction and
stability under normal mowing conditions; however, use
caution when operating on slopes, especially over rough
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terrain or when the grass is wet. Wet grass reduces
traction and steering control.
1. Always mow with the engine at full throttle but reduce
forward speed to maintain the proper cutting
frequency.
2. If the mower tends to slide or the tires begin to
“mark” the turf, angle mower into a less steep grade
until traction is regained or tire marking stops.
3. If mower continues to slide or mark the turf, the
grade is too steep for safe operation. Do not make
another attempt to climb, back down slowly.
4. When descending a steep slope, always lower
implements to the ground to reduce the risk of
mower overturning.
Correct tire pressure is essential for maximum traction.
Keep tires inflated to 20-22 psi (138-152 kPa).
MOWING _________________________________________________________________
! WARNING
To prevent serious injuries, keep hands, feet, and
clothing away from cutting unit when the blades are
moving.
NEVER use your hands to clean cutting units. Use a
brush to remove grass clippings from blades. Blades
can be sharp and could cause injuries.
To clear obstructions from cutting unit, disengage
power take-off, engage parking brake, stop engine,
and remove key from ignition switch then remove
obstruction.
4. To raise decks first turn PTO switch (Y) off to stop
blades, then pull and hold deck levers (O) back.
Always stop and raise decks when crossing paths or
roadways.
! CAUTION
Never raise decks with the blades turning. Always
disengage power take-off.
5. Use turn assist pedals to reduce turning radius
when needed to cut around objects. See Section
4.2.
To mow:
6. Adjust down pressure control (P) as desired to
improve weight distribution between decks and
mower. See Section 4.3.
1. If side deck transport locks are engaged, release
them. See Section 5.6.
7. Plan your cutting pattern to avoid unnecessary turns
so you will mow as straight as possible.
2. Set mower to 4WD (L). Cutting units will not operate
in 2WD.
a. For extremely tall grass, first cut at a higher level
then lower decks to the desired cutting height.
3. Press deck levers (O) forward to lower decks.
Engage power take-off (Y) to start blades and
depress traction pedal slowly to begin mowing.
b. Slow down when turning, operating in tight
areas, mowing on hillsides or over rough terrain.
The correct operating speed depends on the height,
density, type of grass and terrain being cut.
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