Sabo 108-17 HS Using Mulch Cover, Using CargO Mount System, Using Storage Accessory, Mulching

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OPERATING

Using Mulch Cover

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! Rotating blades are dangerous. Before adjusting or servicing mower:

Disconnect spark plug wire(s) to prevent engine from starting accidently.

Always wear gloves when handling mower blades or working near blades.

Side Discharge

1.Disconnect hooks from slot and wheel bracket and remove mulch cover when side discharge is preferred.

2.Make sure the correct blades are installed for maximum side discharge operation.

Mulching

A

B

EF

CD

MX8868

1.Raise discharge chute (A) and metal deflector (B).

2.Install mulch cover (C) onto mower deck. Mulch cover lip

(D) must be seated in mower deck groove.

3.Hook mulch cover to slot (E) on left side and wheel bracket hole (F).

4.Lower discharge chute and metal deflector.

5.Make sure the correct blades are installed for maximum mulching operation.

Using CargO Mount System™

A

A

MX7694

A - Front and Rear CargO Mount System™

The front and rear CargO Mount System™ brackets (A) can be used for easy attachment of selected optional equipment.

Use Sabo approved optional equipment only. See your Sabo dealer for approved optional equipment.

Using Storage Accessory

A

MX10524

Use the storage pocket (A) for small items such as gloves.

Using Weights

cCAUTION: Avoid injury! The machine may become unstable when operating on slopes and/or with some attachments.

Use weights to improve stability when operating on slopes or using attachments.

Remove weights when not required.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Machine Use Using Your Operator’s ManualIntroduction Thank You for Purchasing a Sabo ProductProduct Identification Record Identification NumbersSabo Lawn Tractor Sabo 108-17 HS Table of Contents Avoid Injury Use Transmission Free- Wheeling Lever Safely SafetyPictorial Safety Signs Avoid InjuryAvoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Belts Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and AcidsAvoid Injury From Getting Caught In Belt Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown ObjectsCE Certification, Specification and Sound Label Operating SafelyChecking Mowing Area Rotating Blades are Dangerous Parking SafelyTowing Loads Safely Avoid Tipping Keep Riders OffPractice Safe Maintenance Wear Appropriate ClothingPrevent Fires Tire Safety Handling Fuel SafelyFuel and fuel vapors are highly flammable Handling Waste Product and Chemicals Operator Station Controls Daily Operating ChecklistOperating Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted SurfacesMiscellaneous Controls Miscellaneous AccessoriesMower Setting Approximate Cutting Height Adjusting SeatAdjusting Cutting Height Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels38 mm 1.5-In 51 mm 2-In 64 mm 2.5-In 76 mm 3-In. and above Checking Mower LevelAdjusting Mower Level Testing Park Brake Switch Testing Safety SystemsTesting Park Brake Testing PTO SwitchTesting Seat Switch Picture Note Machine with mechanical PTO shown Testing Reverse Implement Option RIOStarting the Engine Using the Park BrakeUsing the Fuel Gauge Using the Service ReminderStopping the Engine Idling EngineTravel in Reverse Using Travel Controls on Automatic TransmissionUsing Headlights Engine OnUsing The Reverse Implement Option RIO Using Cruise ControlEmergency Stopping Pushing Machine Using Mower Lift LeverTransporting Machine on Trailer Unplugging Mower or Optional BaggerUsing Weights Using Mulch CoverUsing CargO Mount System Using Storage AccessoryMowing Tips Using Tire ChainsReplacement Parts PartsPart Numbers Service Intervals Servicing Your MachineIntervals After Storage Service Lubrication MX10512 Checking Engine Oil Level Service EngineAvoid Fumes Engine OilPicture Note Right side of engine Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine FinsChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Changing Engine Oil and FilterChecking Spark Plug Loosen knob a to remove air cleaner cover BReplacing Fuel Filter Adjusting CarburetorChecking Transmission Service TransmissionRemoving Mower Service 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 Servicing Mower Blades Installing Mower BladesBalancing Blades Sharpening BladesRemoving and Installing the Battery Service ElectricalService the Battery Safely Cleaning Battery and TerminalsBooster Battery Disabled Vehicle Battery Replacing Headlight BulbReplacing Fuse Service Miscellaneous Removing and Installing HoodFilling Fuel Tank Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratch Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces CleaningTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Preparing Fuel and Engine For Storage Storing SafetyStorage Preparing Machine for StorageStorage Check Machine Safety System AssemblyCharge and Connect Battery Adjust Mower LevelSpecifications Sound Measurements Mower Deck 107 cm 42Recommended Lubricants Speed of Rotation of the Cutting DeviceSabo 108-17 HS Lawn Tractor Declaration of ConformityBelt, 107 cm 42 in. Deck, Replacing Mower Drive IndexSpindles, Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Bearings Page Page Service Statement Right Tools Prompt ServiceSabo Parts Well-Trained Technicians Record Service Dates Service Record