6 se c t i O n 2 — iM p O r t a n t sa f e Op e r a t i O n pr a c t i c e s
Sight and hold this level with a vertical tree...
or a corner of a building...
or a fence post
Fold along dotted line (represents a 10° slope)
10°
Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely.
WARNING! Do not operate your lawn mower with a bagger attachment on such slopes. Do not mow on inclines with a
slope in excess of 10 degrees (a rise of approximately six inches every 10 feet). A riding mower with a bagger attachment
could overturn and cause serious injury. Operate riding mowers up and down slopes, never across the face of slopes.