Lack of traction on slopes or when lawn is wet

<span> <ul> <li>Do not give children rides on a riding mower, even with the mower blades not turning.</li> <li>Children may fall off and be badly injured or interfere with safe machine operation.</li> <li>Children who have been given rides in the past may suddenly appear in the mowing area for another ride and be run over or backed over by the machine.</li> <li>Do not mow with a riding mower in reverse unless absolutely necessary.</li> <li>You can be seriously injured or even killed if you use a riding mower on too steep an incline.</li> <li>Using a riding mower on a slope that is too steep, or where you don't have adequate traction can cause you to lose control or roll over.</li> <li>Always consult your operator's manual for safety messages concerning operation on a slope.</li></ul></span>