Use and Care Guide

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Slope Gauge (Fig. 16)
WARNING
Do not mow a slope that has an angle of greater than 15° (a rise of
approximately 2-1/2’ (0.75m) every 10’ (3m)). Mow across the face of a
slope and never up and down.
Use Fig. 16 as a guide in order to identify slopes that cannot be mowed safely.
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Fig. 16
Sight and hold the line level with a vertical tree...
Or a fence post
Fold along dotted line (represents a 15° slope)
Sight and hold the line level with a pole...
Or a corner of a building...
Mulching Tips
WARNING
Inspect the area where the mower is to be used and remove all stones,
sticks, wire and other debris that might be thrown by the rotating blade.
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Release the switch to turn off the mower blade rotation when crossing any graveled areas;
stones can be thrown by a rotating blade.
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Set the mower to the highest cutting height when mowing on uneven ground or in tall growth.
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For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass; it tends to stick to the underside of the deck,
preventing the proper mulching of grass clippings. The best time to mow grass is in the
late afternoon, when the grass is dry and the newly cut area will not be exposed to direct
sunlight.