Dixon 14186-0303 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
embankmnets. The mower could suddently 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):
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