Sabo 108-17 HS manual Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger, Transporting Machine on Trailer

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OPERATING

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly:

•Move unit by hand only.

•Do not use another vehicle to move unit.

•Do not tow unit.

1.Unlock the park brake.

2.Put transmission in N (neutral).

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3.On Automatic Models: Pull out on free-wheeling lever

(A).

4.Push machine to desired location.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! The transmission might be damaged if the free-wheeling lever is not pushed back in completely before attempting to start the engine. Do not start or operate the machine with the free-wheeling lever pulled out.

5. On Automatic Models: Push free-wheeling lever back in.

Unplugging Mower or Optional Bagger

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous:

•Park the machine safely and lock the park brake before getting off the seat.

•Turn the mower off.

•Stop the engine.

Before getting off the seat:

1.Stop machine.

2.Disengage mower blades.

3.Move throttle lever to slow position.

4.Lower mower to the ground.

5.Lock the park brake.

6.Stop the engine.

7.Remove the key.

8.Wait for all moving parts to stop.

Transporting Machine on Trailer

Be sure trailer has all the necessary lights and signs required by law.

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine onto a trailer or truck.

•Park trailer on a level surface.

•Use of a trailer with sides is recommended.

•Keep wheels away from drop-offs and edges.

•Back slowly and in a straight line.

IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly:

•Move unit by hand only.

•Do not use another vehicle to move unit.

•Do not tow unit.

1.Park trailer on level surface.

2.Drive machine onto heavy-duty trailer.

3.Lower mower to trailer deck.

4.Lock park brake.

5.Turn off machine and remove key.

6.Fasten lawn tractor to trailer with heavy-duty straps, chains, or cables. Both front and rear straps must be directed down and outward from tractor.

7.Strap down hood.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Thank You for Purchasing a Sabo Product Using Your Operator’s ManualIntroduction Machine UseSabo Lawn Tractor Sabo 108-17 HS Product IdentificationRecord Identification Numbers 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 BeltsChecking Mowing Area CE Certification, Specification and Sound LabelOperating Safely Parking Safely Rotating Blades are DangerousAvoid Tipping Keep Riders Off Towing Loads SafelyPrevent Fires Practice Safe MaintenanceWear Appropriate Clothing Fuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable Tire SafetyHandling Fuel Safely 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 Seat Switch Testing Park BrakeTesting PTO 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 ReverseEmergency Stopping Using The Reverse Implement Option RIOUsing Cruise Control 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 TipsPart Numbers Replacement PartsParts Intervals Service IntervalsServicing Your Machine 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 Checking for Bent Mower Blades Adjusting Mower Belt Tension 107 cm 42 in. DeckAdjusting Spindle Brakes 107 cm 42 in. Deck Installing Mower Blades Servicing Mower BladesSharpening Blades Balancing BladesCleaning Battery and Terminals Service ElectricalService the Battery Safely Removing and Installing the BatteryReplacing Fuse Booster Battery Disabled Vehicle BatteryReplacing Headlight Bulb Filling Fuel Tank Service MiscellaneousRemoving and Installing Hood Cleaning Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratchEngine TroubleshootingUsing Troubleshooting Chart Troubleshooting Mower ElectricalTractor 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 Sabo Parts Well-Trained Technicians Service StatementRight Tools Prompt Service Service Record Record Service Dates