Sabo 108-17 HS Using The Reverse Implement Option RIO, Using Cruise Control, Emergency Stopping

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OPERATING

bystanders nearby.

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3.Touch the reverse travel pedal (C) with front of foot and slide foot over pedal from front to rear.

Emergency Stopping

•Push down brake pedal.

Using The Reverse Implement Option (RIO)

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous. Children or bystanders may be injured by runover and rotating blades.

Before backing up, carefully check the area around the machine.

NOTE: Backing up while the mower is engaged is strongly discouraged. The Reverse Implement Option should be used only when operating another attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to reposition the machine with the mower engaged.

1.Stop forward travel.

2.Look behind the machine to be sure there are no bystanders.

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3.Push and hold in the reverse implement switch (A) while depressing reverse foot pedal.

NOTE: If the engine and mower stop while repositioning the machine, return the PTO lever/switch to the off position. Start engine and engage mower. Begin again with Step 2.

4.Release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine as the machine begins to move rearward.

5.Resume forward travel. The mower should continue operating.

6.Repeat procedure to position the machine again.

Using Cruise Control

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Do not use cruise control when going down hills. Machine speed will increase. Operate machine in a large, open area to learn how the cruise control works.

Use cruise control when you want to maintain travel speed without having to hold the forward travel pedal down. Cruise control operates only for forward travel.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Using Your Operator’s Manual IntroductionThank You for Purchasing a Sabo Product Machine UseProduct Identification Record Identification NumbersSabo Lawn Tractor Sabo 108-17 HS Table of Contents Safety Pictorial Safety SignsAvoid Injury Avoid Injury Use Transmission Free- Wheeling Lever SafelyAvoid Injury From Battery Gases and Acids Avoid Injury From Getting Caught In BeltAvoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects 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 Daily Operating Checklist OperatingAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Accessories Miscellaneous ControlsAdjusting Seat Adjusting Cutting HeightAdjusting Mower Deck Wheels 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 Park Brake Using the Fuel GaugeUsing the Service Reminder Starting the EngineIdling Engine Stopping the EngineUsing Travel Controls on Automatic Transmission Using HeadlightsEngine On 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 Mulch Cover Using CargO Mount SystemUsing Storage Accessory Using WeightsUsing Tire Chains Mowing TipsReplacement Parts PartsPart Numbers Service Intervals Servicing Your MachineIntervals After Storage Service Lubrication MX10512 Service Engine Avoid FumesEngine Oil Checking Engine Oil LevelCleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine Fins Checking and Cleaning Air Cleaner ElementsChanging Engine Oil and Filter 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 BladesService Electrical Service the Battery SafelyCleaning Battery and Terminals Removing and Installing the BatteryBooster Battery Disabled Vehicle Battery Replacing Headlight BulbReplacing Fuse Service Miscellaneous Removing and Installing HoodFilling Fuel Tank Cleaning and Repairing Plastic Surfaces Cleaning and Repairing Metal SurfacesCleaning Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratchTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Storing Safety StoragePreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageStorage Assembly Charge and Connect BatteryAdjust Mower Level Check Machine Safety SystemSpecifications Mower Deck 107 cm 42 Recommended LubricantsSpeed of Rotation of the Cutting Device 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