Sabo 108-17 HS manual Avoid Tipping Keep Riders Off, Towing Loads Safely

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SAFETY

Avoid Tipping

Keep Riders Off

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

•Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of-control and tip-over accidents, which can result in severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you cannot back up the slope or if you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.

•Keep all movement on slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.

•Slow down before you make a sharp turn or operate on a slope. Choose a low gear or speed so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.

•Do not turn on slopes unless necessary. Turn slowly and turn downhill. Do not shift to neutral and coast downhill.

•Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards in the terrain. Uneven terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.

•Keep away from drop-offs, ditches and embankments.

•Use extra care with grass catchers or other attachments. These can change the stability of the machine. Do not use grass catcher on steep slopes.

•Use recommended weights for added stability when operating on slopes or using front or rear mounted attachments. Remove weights when not required.

•Drive up and down a hill - not across.

•Do not stop when going up hill or down hill. If machine stops going up hill, disengage mower blades and back down slowly.

•Mowing when grass is wet can cause reduced traction and sliding.

•Do not try to stabilize the machine by putting your foot on the ground.

MIF

•Only allow the operator on the machine. Keep riders off.

•Riders on the machine or attachment may be struck by foreign objects or thrown off the machine causing serious injury.

•Riders obstruct the operator’s view resulting in the machine being operated in an unsafe manner.

Towing Loads Safely

•Limit loads to those you can safely control. Use only approved hitches when pulling loads or using heavy equipment. Use counterweights or wheel weights as required in this manual or your attachment manual.

•Do not tow children in a cart or trailer.

•Travel slowly and allow extra distance to stop.

•Follow the manufacturer’s recommendation for weight limits for towed equipment and towing on slopes.

•Tow only with a machine that has a hitch designed for towing. Do not attach towed equipment except at the hitch point.

•On slopes, the weight of towed equipment may cause loss of traction and loss of control.

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Contents Sabo 108-17 HS Introduction Using Your Operator’s ManualThank You for Purchasing a Sabo Product Machine UseProduct Identification Record Identification NumbersSabo Lawn Tractor Sabo 108-17 HS Table of Contents Pictorial Safety Signs SafetyAvoid Injury Avoid Injury Use Transmission Free- Wheeling Lever SafelyAvoid Injury From Getting Caught In Belt Avoid Injury From Battery Gases and AcidsAvoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and BeltsCE 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 Operating Daily Operating ChecklistAvoid Damage to Plastic and Painted Surfaces Operator Station ControlsMiscellaneous Controls Miscellaneous AccessoriesAdjusting Cutting Height Adjusting SeatAdjusting Mower Deck Wheels Mower Setting Approximate Cutting Height38 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 RIOUsing the Fuel Gauge Using the Park BrakeUsing the Service Reminder Starting the EngineStopping the Engine Idling EngineUsing Headlights Using Travel Controls on Automatic TransmissionEngine On Travel in ReverseUsing The Reverse Implement Option RIO Using Cruise ControlEmergency Stopping Pushing Machine Using Mower Lift LeverTransporting Machine on Trailer Unplugging Mower or Optional BaggerUsing CargO Mount System Using Mulch CoverUsing Storage Accessory Using WeightsMowing Tips Using Tire ChainsReplacement Parts PartsPart Numbers Service Intervals Servicing Your MachineIntervals After Storage Service Lubrication MX10512 Avoid Fumes Service EngineEngine Oil Checking Engine Oil LevelChecking and Cleaning Air Cleaner Elements Cleaning Air Intake Screen and Engine FinsChanging Engine Oil and Filter Picture Note Right side of engineChecking 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 BladesService the Battery Safely Service ElectricalCleaning 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 Metal Surfaces Cleaning and Repairing Plastic SurfacesCleaning Repairing Minor Scratches surface scratchTroubleshooting Using Troubleshooting ChartEngine Troubleshooting Electrical TractorMower Troubleshooting Storage Storing SafetyPreparing Machine for Storage Preparing Fuel and Engine For StorageStorage Charge and Connect Battery AssemblyAdjust Mower Level Check Machine Safety SystemSpecifications Recommended Lubricants Mower Deck 107 cm 42Speed of Rotation of the Cutting Device Sound MeasurementsSabo 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
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