Sabo 108-17 HS manual CE Certification, Specification and Sound Label, Operating Safely

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SAFETY

CE Certification, Specification and Sound Label

3020 min-1

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213 kg

GX21069

•These labels on your machine indicate that this model has been certified and is in compliance with European Directive 98/37EC (89/392EEC) and 2000/14/EC Standards.

Operating Safely

•Read, understand and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.

•Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions to operate the machine.

•Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the machine before starting.

•Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are in good condition and fastened in place. Make any necessary adjustments before you operate.

•Be sure all drives are in neutral and parking brake is locked before starting engine. Only start engine from the operator’s position.

•Do not operate mower without discharge chute or entire grass catcher in place. Never operate with the discharge

deflector raised, removed, or altered, unless using a grass catcher.

•Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or service brakes as necessary.

•Stop machine if anyone enters the area.

•If you hit an object, stop the machine and inspect it. Make repairs before you operate. Keep machine and attachments properly maintained and in good working order.

•Be aware of the mower discharge direction and make sure that no one is in the path of the discharge direction.

•Do not leave machine unattended when it is running.

•Only operate during daylight or with good artificial light.

•Be careful of traffic when operating near roadways.

•Do not operate machine if you are under the influence of drugs or alcohol.

•Older adults are involved in a large percentage of riding mower accidents involving injury. These operators should evaluate their ability to operate a mower safely enough to protect the operator and others from serious injury.

•Do not wear radio or music headphones. Safe service and operation requires your full attention.

Checking Mowing Area

•Clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area.

•Low-hanging branches and similar obstacles can injure the operator or interfere with mowing operation. Before mowing, identify potential obstacles such as low-hanging branches, and trim or remove those obstacles.

•Study mowing area. Set up a safe mowing pattern. Do not mow where traction or stability is doubtful.

•Test drive area with mower lowered but not running. Slow down when you travel over rough ground.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Machine Use Using Your Operator’s ManualIntroduction Thank You for Purchasing a Sabo ProductRecord Identification Numbers Product IdentificationSabo 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 ObjectsOperating Safely CE Certification, Specification and Sound LabelChecking Mowing Area Rotating Blades are Dangerous Parking SafelyTowing Loads Safely Avoid Tipping Keep Riders OffWear Appropriate Clothing Practice Safe MaintenancePrevent Fires Handling Fuel Safely Tire SafetyFuel 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 PTO Switch Testing Park BrakeTesting 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 Cruise Control Using The Reverse Implement Option RIOEmergency 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 ChainsParts Replacement PartsPart Numbers Servicing Your Machine Service IntervalsIntervals 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 Spindle Brakes 107 cm 42 in. Deck Adjusting Mower Belt Tension 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 TerminalsReplacing Headlight Bulb Booster Battery Disabled Vehicle BatteryReplacing Fuse Removing and Installing Hood Service MiscellaneousFilling Fuel Tank Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratch Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesCleaning and Repairing Metal Surfaces CleaningUsing Troubleshooting Chart TroubleshootingEngine Troubleshooting Tractor ElectricalMower 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 Right Tools Prompt Service Service StatementSabo Parts Well-Trained Technicians Record Service Dates Service Record
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