DR Power Walk-behind Pro - Manual (Page 5)

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Slope Operation
General Safety
Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require caution. If you feel
uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. Always take the following precautions when using this machine on slopes:
ALWAYS:
• Always mow across the face of slopes; never up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes.
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Always remove objects such as rocks, tree limbs, etc.
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Always watch for holes, ruts, or bumps. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
NEVER:
• Never mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. You could lose your footing or balance.
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Never mow on slopes greater than 20 degrees or any excessively steep slopes.
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Never mow on wet slopes. Reduced traction could result in slipping.
Operating this Mower safely is necessary to prevent or minimize the risk of death or serious injury. Unsafe operation can create a
number of hazards for you. Always take the following precautions when operating this Mower:
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Never allow people who are unfamiliar with these instructions to use the DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER.
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Keep bystanders at least 100 feet away from your work area at all times. The mower can throw objects far and at great speeds.
To be safe, do not operate the machine near small children or pets, and never allow children to operate the mower.
Disengage the blade and stop the engine when another person or pet approaches.
• Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, bones, sticks etc., which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
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Be sure all blade and wheel controls are disengaged before attempting to start the engine. Engage and disengage the blade a
few times to get used to it before mowing.
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Keep your hands and feet away from the blade, belts, chains, blade pulleys, and concealed areas while the engine is running.
Never reach under the deck or grab hold of any part of the deck when the engine is running.
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Your DR FIELD and BRUSH MOWER is a powerful tool, not a plaything. Exercise extreme caution at all times. The design of
this machine is to cut grass and vegetation. Do not use it for any other purpose.
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In an emergency, to quickly stop the cutting blade and shut off the engine, remove your hand from the operator presence
lever on the left handlebar.
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Always shut off the engine whenever you leave the machine. Allow the engine to cool five (5) minutes and remove the spark
plug wire(s) before adjusting the machine. If you have to stop to remove grass or debris from the underside of the deck,
always disconnect the spark plug wire(s) first.
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When operating over uneven terrain and slopes, use extreme caution to ensure solid and firm footing. keep a firm hold on
the handlebars and walk, never run.
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Stop the blade when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
• Use extra caution when mowing in wet or slippery conditions.
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Always operate the mower from behind. Never pass or stand on the discharge (right) side or in front of machine when the
engine is running.
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Do not pull the mower backwards unless absolutely necessary. Look down, and behind before and while moving backwards.
• Do not, under any conditions, remove, bend, cut, fit, weld, or otherwise alter standard parts on the DR FIELD and BRUSH
MOWER. This includes all shields and guards. Modifications to your machine could cause personal injuries and property
damage and will void your warranty.
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If the machine starts to make an unusual noise or vibration, immediately shut off the engine and wait five (5) minutes to cool,
and then disconnect the spark plug wire(s). Vibration is generally a warning of trouble. Inspect for clogging or damage.
Clean and repair and/or replace damaged parts.