Dixon 12828-0603 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
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•Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose
traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly
down the slope.
•If front wheels lift off the ground, pull the levers
back to stabilize the mower.
DO NOT
Do not
turn on slopes unless necessary, and then, turn
slowly and gradually downhill, if possible.
Do not
mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over
the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Do not
mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
Do not
try to stabilize the mower by putting your foot
on the ground.
Do not
use grass catcher on steep slopes.
SAFETY
SLOPE OPERATION (continued):
DO (continued)