Operator's Manual
Fifth Edition · Second Printing
Part No. 133534
GS-2668 RT • GS-3268 RT
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Driving on a slope
Determine the slope and side slope ratings for the
machine and determine the slope grade.
GS-2668 RT
Maximum slope rating,
stowed position
40% (22°)
Maximum side slope rating,
stowed position
40% (22°)
GS-3268 RT
Maximum slope rating,
stowed position
35% (19°)
Maximum side slope rating,
stowed position
35% (19°)
Note: Slope rating is subject to ground conditions
and adequate traction.
To determine the slope grade:
Measure the slope with a digital inclinometer OR
use the following procedure.
You will need:
carpenter’s level
straight piece of wood, at least 3 feet / 1 m long
tape measure
Lay the piece of wood on the slope.
At the downhill end, lay the level on the top edge of
the piece of wood and lift the end until the piece of
wood is level.
While holding the piece of wood level, measure the
distance from the bottom of the piece of wood to
the ground.
Divide the tape measure distance (rise) by the
length of the piece of wood (run) and multiply by
100.
Example:
Run = 12 ft (144 in) / 3.6 m
Rise = 12 in/ 0.3 m
12 in ÷ 144 in = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3%
0.3 m ÷ 3.6 m = 0.083 x 100 = 8.3%
If the slope exceeds the maximum slope or side
slope rating, then the machine must be winched or
transported up or down the slope. See Transport
and Lifting section.
rise
run
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