Sabo 108-17 HS manual Testing Safety Systems, Testing Park Brake Switch

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7.Loosen leveling nut (D), one on each side, and make sure bolts and leveling brackets slide freely in slots.

8.Raise lift handle to highest position and then lower back down to 25 mm (1 in.) cutting height to position the deck and brackets.

9.Apply slight pressure on leveling brackets (E), one on each side, by pulling down to remove slack in linkage. Tighten nuts (D), one on each side, to 55 N•m (40 ft-lbs).

10.Turn adjusting nut (C) on front draft arm clockwise until deck begins to raise off wood blocks.

11.Set preferred cutting height.

12.Check front-to-rear mower level again and adjust if necessary.

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Turn front adjusting nut (C) clockwise to raise front of mower deck or counterclockwise to lower front of mower deck.

Testing Safety Systems

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Engine exhaust fumes

contain carbon monoxide and can cause serious illness or death.

Move the vehicle to an outside area before running the engine.

Do not run an engine in an enclosed area without adequate ventilation.

Connect a pipe extension to the engine exhaust pipe to direct the exhaust fumes out of the area.

Allow fresh outside air into the work area to clear the exhaust fumes out.

Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal operation of machine.

If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures, Do not operate machine. See your Sabo dealer for service.

Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep bystanders away.

Testing Park Brake Switch

1.Park machine safely. (See Parking Safely in the SAFETY Section.)

2.Sit on seat.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Thank You for Purchasing a Sabo Product Using Your Operator’s ManualIntroduction Machine UseProduct Identification Record Identification NumbersSabo Lawn Tractor Sabo 108-17 HS Table of Contents Avoid Injury SafetyPictorial Safety Signs Avoid Injury Use Transmission Free- Wheeling Lever SafelyAvoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and AcidsAvoid Injury From Getting Caught In Belt Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and BeltsCE Certification, Specification and Sound Label Operating SafelyChecking Mowing Area Parking Safely Rotating Blades are DangerousAvoid Tipping Keep Riders Off Towing Loads SafelyPractice Safe Maintenance Wear Appropriate ClothingPrevent Fires Tire Safety Handling Fuel SafelyFuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable Handling Waste Product and Chemicals Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Accessories Miscellaneous ControlsAdjusting Mower Deck Wheels Adjusting SeatAdjusting Cutting Height Mower Setting Approximate Cutting HeightChecking Mower Level 38 mm 1.5-In 51 mm 2-In 64 mm 2.5-In 76 mm 3-In. and aboveAdjusting Mower Level Testing Safety Systems Testing Park Brake SwitchTesting Park Brake Testing PTO SwitchTesting Seat Switch Testing Reverse Implement Option RIO Picture Note Machine with mechanical PTO shownUsing the Service Reminder Using the Park BrakeUsing the Fuel Gauge Starting the EngineIdling Engine Stopping the EngineEngine On Using Travel Controls on Automatic TransmissionUsing Headlights Travel in ReverseUsing The Reverse Implement Option RIO Using Cruise ControlEmergency Stopping Using Mower Lift Lever Pushing MachineUnplugging Mower or Optional Bagger Transporting Machine on TrailerUsing Storage Accessory Using Mulch CoverUsing CargO Mount System Using WeightsUsing Tire Chains Mowing TipsReplacement Parts PartsPart Numbers Service Intervals Servicing Your MachineIntervals After Storage Service Lubrication MX10512 Engine Oil Service EngineAvoid Fumes Checking Engine Oil LevelChanging Engine Oil and Filter Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine FinsChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Picture Note Right side of engineLoosen knob a to remove air cleaner cover B Checking Spark PlugAdjusting Carburetor Replacing Fuel FilterService Transmission Checking TransmissionService Mower Removing MowerInstalling Mower Replacing Mower Drive Belt 107 cm 42 in. Deck Adjusting Mower Belt Tension 107 cm 42 in. Deck Adjusting Spindle Brakes 107 cm 42 in. DeckChecking for Bent Mower Blades Installing Mower Blades Servicing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Balancing BladesCleaning Battery and Terminals Service ElectricalService the Battery Safely Removing and Installing the BatteryBooster Battery Disabled Vehicle Battery Replacing Headlight BulbReplacing Fuse Service Miscellaneous Removing and Installing HoodFilling Fuel Tank Cleaning Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratchTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Preparing Machine for Storage Storing SafetyStorage Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageStorage Adjust Mower Level AssemblyCharge and Connect Battery Check Machine Safety SystemSpecifications Speed of Rotation of the Cutting Device Mower Deck 107 cm 42Recommended Lubricants Sound MeasurementsDeclaration of Conformity Sabo 108-17 HS Lawn TractorIndex Belt, 107 cm 42 in. Deck, Replacing Mower DriveSpindles, Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Bearings Page Page Service Statement Right Tools Prompt ServiceSabo Parts Well-Trained Technicians Service Record Record Service Dates