• Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so
that you willnot have to stop or shift
while on the slope.
• Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If
tires lose traction, disengage the
blades and proceed slowly straight
down the slope.
• If machine stops while going uphill,
disengage blades, shift into reverse
and back down slowly.
• Do not turn on slopes unless neces-
sary, andthen, turn slowly and gradu*
ally downhill, if possible.
_Look for this symbol to pointout
importantsafety precautions.It means
CAUTIONlif BECOME ALERTI!! YOUR
SAFETY IS INVOLVED.
_I, CAUTION: In orderto prevent
accidental starting when setting up,
transporting, adjusting or making repairs,
always disconnect spark plug wire and
place wire where if cannot contact spark
plug.
_,CAUTION: Do not coast down a hill in
neutral, you may lose control of the
tractor.
_IbCAUTION: Tow onlythe attachments
that are recommendedby and comply
with specificationsof the manufacturer of
your tractor.Use common sense when
towing. Operate onlyat the lowest
possible speed when on a slope. Too
heavy of a load, while on a slope, is
dangerous. Tires can lose traction with
the ground and cause you to lose control
of your tractor.
,_WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of
its constituents, and certain vehicle
components contain or emit chemicals
known to the State of Californiato cause
cancer and birth defects or other repro-
ductive harm.
_WARNING: Battery posts,terminals
and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds, chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer and
birthdefects or other reproductiveharm.
Wash hands after handling.