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Sabo 107-17 HS Operator's Manual

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    Omgx10890 j0 j0 lawn tractors sabo 97-14 hs pin (010001 - ) sabo 107-17 hs pin (010001 - ) operator’s manual export version litho in u.S.A..

  • Page 2: Introduction

    Introduction introduction introduction thank you for purchasing a sabo product we appreciate your business and wish you many years of safe and satisfied use of your machine. Using your operator’s manual this manual is an important part of your machine and should remain with the machine when you sell...

  • Page 3: Product Identification

    Product identification product identification product identification record identification numbers sabo lawn tractors sabo 97-14 hs pin (010001 - ) sabo 107-17 hs pin (010001 - ) if you need to contact an authorized service center for information on servicing, always provide the product model and se...

  • Page 4: Table of Contents

    Table of contents table of contents all information, illustrations and specifications in this manual are based on the latest information at the time of publication. The right is reserved to make changes at any time without notice. Copyright© 2006 sabo-maschinenfabrik gmbh postfach 31 03 93 d-51618 g...

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety - 1 safety safety understanding the machine safety labels the machine safety labels shown in this section are placed in important areas on your machine to draw attention to potential safety hazards. The hazard is identified by a pictorial in a warning triangle c . An adjacent pictorial provid...

  • Page 6: Safety

    Safety - 2 safety avoid injury from battery gases and acids avoid injury from rotating blades picture note: located on battery under seat batteries contain explosive gases and sulfuric acid. Use extreme caution when handling battery. M96445 picture note: located on right-hand side of deck do not put...

  • Page 7: Safety

    Safety - 3 safety avoid injury from rotating blades free wheeling lever drawbar load avoid injury from loaded spring picture note: located on left-hand side of deck do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is running. Avoid injury from getting caught in belt do not operate machine wi...

  • Page 8: Safety

    Safety - 4 safety sound labels these labels on your mower indicate that this model has been certified and is in compliance with european directive 89/392/eec. Ce specifications/certification information the ce specifications/certification information located on your product identification number tag...

  • Page 9: Safety

    Safety - 5 safety rotating blades are dangerous help prevent serious or fatal accidents: • rotating blades can cut off arms and legs. • keep hands, feet and clothing away from mower deck when engine is running. • be alert at all times, drive forward carefully. People, especially children can move qu...

  • Page 10: Safety

    Safety - 6 safety keep riders off • 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 un...

  • Page 11: Safety

    Safety - 7 safety tire safety explosive separation of a tire and rim parts can cause serious injury or death: • do not attempt to mount a tire without the proper equipment and experience to perform the job. • always maintain the correct tire pressure. Do not inflate the tires above the recommended p...

  • Page 12: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 8 operating machine operating machine daily operating checklist ❏ test safety systems. ❏ check tire pressure. ❏ check fuel level. ❏ check engine oil level. ❏ remove grass and debris from machine. ❏ clean air intake screen. ❏ check area below machine for leaks. Avoid damage to pla...

  • Page 13: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 9 operating machine using the park brake locking park brake: 1. Push and hold foot pedal (a) all the way down. 2. Move park brake lever (b) forward, then to the left to lock position. 3. Remove foot from pedal. Pedal should not return to the up position. Unlocking park brake 1. P...

  • Page 14: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 10 operating machine using throttle control always operate the engine at full ( r )throttle. Operating the engine at less that full throttle reduces the battery charging rate and reduces fan cooling efficiency of the engine. Full throttle offers the best bagging and mower perform...

  • Page 15: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 11 operating machine 1. Move transmission shift lever (a) to the right and forward. The speed of the tractor is determined by how far forward the shift lever is moved. To travel in reverse: note: the engine and mower will stop as the drive lever is moved to the r (reverse) positi...

  • Page 16: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 12 operating machine • unlock the park brake (a). • pull out on free-wheeling lever (b). • push machine to desired location. Note: push free-wheeling lever (b) in before operating tractor. Daily operating checklist • test safety systems. • check tire pressure. • check fuel level....

  • Page 17: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 13 operating machine 3. Push pto lever (a) forward to engage. 4. Try to start engine. 5. Engine must not start. If engine starts, there is a problem with your safety interlock circuit. (see your authorized service center.) test 3 1. Operator on seat. 2. Lock the park brake. 3. Pu...

  • Page 18: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 14 operating machine 3. Pull pto lever (a) back to disengage. 4. Start engine and move throttle lever (b) to fast ( r ) speed position. 5. Raise up off of seat. Do not get off tractor. 6. Engine must remain running. If engine does stop, there is a problem with your safety interlo...

  • Page 19: Operating Machine

    Operating machine - 15 operating machine avoid using ground engaging equipment this tractor is not intended for use with ground engaging equipment such as a rear tiller, disk, blade or plow. Using front weights install front wheel weights, two required, for better stability and steering control when...

  • Page 20: Operating Mower

    Operating mower - 16 operating mower operating mower check ground conditions • clear mowing area of objects that might be thrown. Keep people and pets out of mowing area. • study mowing area. Set up safe mowing pattern. Do not mow under conditions where traction or stability is doubtful. • first, te...

  • Page 21: Operating Mower

    Operating mower - 17 operating mower 1. Check tractor tire pressure. Inflate tires to the correct pressure. (see checking tire pressure in service - miscellaneous section.) 2. Raise mower lift lever to transport (upper) position and adjust cutting height. (see adjusting cutting height in this sectio...

  • Page 22: Operating Mower

    Operating mower - 18 operating mower 7. Loosen top clamping nut (c) facing inside of mower, on left hand side j-bolt (b), approximately one turn. 8. Loosen upper adjusting nut (d). 9. Raise or lower left side of deck. • to raise: turn lower adjusting nut (e) towards rear of tractor. • to lower: turn...

  • Page 23: Operating Mower

    Operating mower - 19 operating mower 2. Move throttle lever (a) to the fast ( r ) position. 3. Lower mower to cutting height. 4. Push pto drive lever (b) forward to engage mower blades. Note: the engine and mower will stop as the drive lever is moved rearward with mower engaged. 5. Disengage pto bef...

  • Page 24: Operating Mower

    Operating mower - 20 operating mower to set-up and operate the 107 cm (42-inch) deck for side discharge operation the factory installed mulch cover (a) must be removed. 1. Remove mulch cover: • lift plastic discharge chute. • grasp corner of steel chute, pull outward to unlock and pivot up. • unhook...

  • Page 25: Replacement Parts

    Replacement parts - 21 replacement parts replacement parts parts use only correct replacement parts and fasteners. Metric and inch fasteners may require a specific metric or inch wrench. We recommend sabo quality parts and lubricants, available at your sabo dealer. Part numbers may change, use part ...

  • Page 26: Service Intervals

    Service intervals - 22 service intervals service intervals before each use • check fuel level. • clean air intake screen. • test safety systems. • check tire pressure. • check/tighten loose hardware. • check engine oil level. After first 2 hours • check blade belt tension. After first 5 hours • chan...

  • Page 27: Service Engine

    Service engine - 23 service engine service engine adjusting carburetor note: carburetor is calibrated by the engine manufacturer and should not require any adjustments. If engine is operated at altitudes above 1829 m (6,000 ft), some carburetors may require a special high altitude main jet. See your...

  • Page 28: Service Engine

    Service engine - 24 service engine picture note: 14 hp engine shown. 4. Remove dipstick (a). Wipe with clean cloth. 5. Install dipstick in tube, tighten dipstick, remove dipstick, and check oil level. 6. Oil must be between add and full marks. 7. Add oil to full mark if necessary. Do not overfill. (...

  • Page 29: Service Engine

    Service engine - 25 service engine 11.Run engine at idle for 30 seconds. Stop engine. Wait 30 seconds and check oil level. 12.If necessary, add oil to bring level to full mark on dipstick. Do not overfill. Changing engine oil and filter (107-17 hs) 1. Run engine to warm oil. 2. Park tractor on level...

  • Page 30: Service Engine

    Service engine - 26 service engine 1. Lift hood. 2. Clean any dirt and debris from the air cleaner before removing cover. 3. Remove cover (a). 4. Inspect foam precleaner (b) and element (c) without removing. 5. If precleaner (b) is dirty, carefully remove from filter, leaving element (c) in the air ...

  • Page 31: Service Engine

    Service engine - 27 service engine • pitted or damaged electrodes. • other wear or damage. 5. Replace spark plug(s) if necessary. 6. Check plug gap with a wire feeler gauge. • gap should be 0.76 mm (0.030 in.) 7. To change gap, move the outer electrode. 8. Install and tighten spark plug(s). • if you...

  • Page 32: Service Steering And Brakes

    Service steering and brakes - 28 service steering and brakes service steering and brakes grease use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval. Greases that may be used are: • sae multipurpose ep grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide. • sae multipurpose ...

  • Page 33: Service Steering And Brakes

    Service steering and brakes - 29 service steering and brakes foot tread area on left-hand side of transmission). Distance (c) should be 2-10 mm (0.08-0.40 in). 4. If distance is less than or equal to 2 mm (0.08 in): • gradually adjust jam nuts (d) until specified measurement is obtained. • depress b...

  • Page 34: Service Mower

    Service mower - 30 service mower service mower avoid injury from contacting blades grease use grease based on the expected air temperature range during the service interval. The following greases are preferred: • sae multipurpose ep grease with 3 to 5 percent molybdenum disulfide. • sae multipurpose...

  • Page 35: Service Mower

    Service mower - 31 service mower 97 cm (38-inch) mower deck 1. Remove three cap screws and belt guard (a). 2. Loosen pulley (b), move pulley to the right and remove mower drive belt from engine pulley and then remove from the mower. 3. Install belt in reverse order of removal. 4. Reinstall belt guar...

  • Page 36: Service Mower

    Service mower - 32 service mower adjusting spindle brake 1. Park tractor on a hard, level surface. 2. Stop the engine, remove key, wait for moving parts to stop. 3. Place mower deck in lowest setting. 4. Engage pto drive lever. 5. Check mower belt tension. (see adjusting mower belt tension in this s...

  • Page 37: Service Mower

    Service mower - 33 service mower 3. Loosen and remove cap screw (a), hardened washer (b), cupped blade washer (c) and blade (d). 4. Inspect blades; sharpen/balance or replace as necessary. Installing mower blades 1. Lightly lubricate cap screw threads with a general purpose grease or oil. This lubri...

  • Page 38: Service Mower

    Service mower - 34 service mower 2. Install deflector cup (d) on spindle. 3. Position mower blade (c) with the cutting edge towards the ground onto the mower spindle. 4. Install cupped blade washer (b) with cupped side toward the blade. 5. Install and tighten cap screw (a) by hand until mower blade ...

  • Page 39: Service Electrical

    Service electrical - 35 service electrical service electrical checking the battery •keep battery and terminals clean. •keep battery bolts tight. •keep small vent holes open. •recharge, if necessary, at 6-10 amperes for 1 hour. (see charging the battery in this section.) removing and installing the b...

  • Page 40: Service Electrical

    Service electrical - 36 service electrical 2. Remove rubber hold-down strap (a). 3. Disconnect black (-) battery cable (b) first. 4. Disconnect red (+) battery cable (c). Remove battery from mower. 5. Wash battery with solution of four tablespoons of baking soda to 4 l (one gallon) of water. Be care...

  • Page 41: Service Electrical

    Service electrical - 37 service electrical 2. Connect positive (+) charger cable to positive (+) battery terminal. 3. Connect negative (-) charger cable to negative (-) battery terminal. 4. Plug in charger cord. 5. Charge battery using a 12 volt battery charger at a rate of 6-10 amperes for a minimu...

  • Page 42: Service Electrical

    Service electrical - 38 service electrical replacing fuse 1. Open hood. 2. Pull defective fuse (a) out of socket. 3. Check metal clip in fuse window and discard fuse if clip is broken. 4. Push new fuse into socket. 5. Close hood. A mx1535.

  • Page 43: Service Miscellaneous

    Service miscellaneous - 39 service miscellaneous service miscellaneous filling fuel tank use regular grade 87 octane unleaded fuel. Add marken fuel stabilizer to fuel before using it in your machine to prevent engine damage due to stale fuel. Follow directions on stabilizer container. 1. Stop engine...

  • Page 44: Service Miscellaneous

    Service miscellaneous - 40 service miscellaneous included on paint stick for use and for drying. 3. Smooth out surface using an automotive polishing compound. Do not use power buffer. 4. Apply wax to surface..

  • Page 45: Removing Mower

    Removing mower - 41 removing mower removing mower removing mower 1. Stop engine, lock park brake, disengage pto lever, turn key to the off position, and remove key. 2. Raise mower lift lever to highest position. 3. Put wood blocks under each side of mower. 4. Lower mower lift lever to lowest positio...

  • Page 46: Installing Mower

    Installing mower - 42 installing mower installing mower installing mower 1. Stop engine, lock park brake, disengage pto lever, turn key to the off position, and remove key. 2. Raise mower deck lift lever to the upper position. 3. Turn steering wheel fully to the left. Carefully slide the mower deck ...

  • Page 47: Installing Mower

    Installing mower - 43 installing mower 12.Raise tension rod (n) and attach to blade drive arm (o) using flat washer (p) and spring locking pin (q). 13.Raise deck by pressing the lift lever lock and pulling the mower deck lift lever to its highest point. 14.Remove wood blocks from under deck. 15.Chec...

  • Page 48: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting - 44 troubleshooting troubleshooting using troubleshooting chart if you are experiencing a problem that is not listed in this chart, see your authorized sabo dealer for service. When you have checked all the possible causes listed and you are still experiencing the problem, see your ...

  • Page 49: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting - 45 troubleshooting loss of power cutting too much grass /too fast. Throttle in “choke” position. Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under mower. Dirty air filter. Low oil/dirty oil. Faulty spark plug. Dirty fuel filter. Stale or dirty fuel. Water in fuel. Spark plug wire loose. Dir...

  • Page 50: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting - 46 troubleshooting mower engine stops when shift lever is moved rearward and mower is engaged normal condition. (see using reverse implement option in the operating section.) if check discharge chute plugging belt worn or installed incorrectly. Grass too wet. Buildup of grass, leav...

  • Page 51: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting - 47 troubleshooting grass tips are jagged and turn grayish brown after mowing dull mower blades. Bent blades. Front-to-rear blade adjustment not set properly. Mower stops when shift lever is moved rearward and mower is engaged normal condition. (see using reverse implement option in...

  • Page 52: Storage

    Storage - 48 storage storage storing safety preparing machine for storage 1. Repair any worn or damaged parts. Replace parts if necessary. Tighten loose hardware. 2. Repair scratched or chipped metal surfaces to prevent rust. 3. Wash the machine and apply wax to metal and plastic surfaces. Clean und...

  • Page 53: Storage

    Storage - 49 storage 3. Check battery electrolyte level. Charge battery if necessary. 4. Install battery. 5. Check spark plug gap. Install and tighten plugs to specified torque. 6. Lubricate all grease points. 7. Run the engine 5 minutes without the mower or any attachments running to allow oil to b...

  • Page 54: Assembly

    Assembly - 50 assembly assembly identify parts note: if you are missing any parts see the replacement parts section for additional service part numbers. Remove packaging 1. Remove plastic and paper. 2. Remove wire band (a) securing front axle. 3. Remove steering wheel, seat, and bag of parts from se...

  • Page 55: Assembly

    Assembly - 51 assembly remove tractor from the skid 1. Move to the rear of the tractor. On the rear of the tractor locate free-wheeling knob (a) and pull it rearward until it locks into a fully extended position. This releases the hydro lock in the transmission, allowing it to free-wheel in order to...

  • Page 56: Assembly

    Assembly - 52 assembly connect and check battery note: do not remove the black negative (–) protective cap at this time. 1. Remove and discard the red positive (+) protective cap from the positive (+) battery terminal. 2. Connect red positive (+) cable (a) to battery with 6mm hex head bolt and 6 mm ...

  • Page 57: Specifications

    Specifications - 53 specifications specifications automatic models sabo 97-14 hs and sabo 107-17 hs engine manufacturer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Briggs & stratton sabo 97-14 hs . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 58: Specifications

    Specifications - 54 specifications tires (all models) size (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 x 6.50 - 6 size (rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

  • Page 59: Specifications

    Specifications - 55 specifications engine rpm sabo 97-14 hs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2800 sabo 107-17 hs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

  • Page 60: Certificate Of Conformity

    Certificate of conformity - 56 certificate of conformity certificate of conformity sabo 97-14 hs declares that the lawn mower: type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sabo 97-14...

  • Page 61: Certificate Of Conformity

    Certificate of conformity - 57 certificate of conformity certificate of conformity sabo 107-17 hs declares that the lawn mower: type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sabo 107-17...

  • Page 62: Declaration of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity - 58 declaration of conformity declaration of conformity sabo 97-14 hs type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sabo 97-14 hs serial number . . . . . . ...

  • Page 63: Declaration of Conformity

    Declaration of conformity - 59 declaration of conformity declaration of conformity sabo 107-17 hs type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Sabo 107-17 hs serial number . . . . . . ...

  • Page 64: Index

    Index - 60 index index a air cleaner elements, checking and cleaning .............. 25 air intake screen and engine, clean ............................. 27 b battery and terminals, cleaning .................................... 35 battery, charging the ...................................................

  • Page 65: Index

    Index - 61 index storage, preparing machine for ..................................... 48 storage, removing machine from .................................. 48 storing safety ................................................................. 48 t throttle control, using ...................................

  • Page 66: Notes

    Notes notes notes.

  • Page 67: Service Statement

    Service statement - 63 service statement service statement sabo parts the right tools well-trained technicians prompt service sabo service superiority: we’ll be around when you need us. We help minimize downtime by putting genuine sabo parts in your hands in a hurry. That’s why we maintain a large a...

  • Page 68: Service Record

    Service record - 64 service record service record record service dates oil change oil filter change lubricate machine air cleaner element check/ clean fuel filter change.