Sabo 107-17 HS, Operator'S Manual, Page: 15 / 68

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) position with
mower engaged.
1. Move transmission shift lever (A) rearward into the R
(REVERSE) position. The speed of the tractor is
determined by how far forward the shift lever is moved.
2. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no
bystanders nearby.
FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING:
1. Push down on foot pedal (B). Transmission shift lever
(A) will automatically return to NEUTRAL position and
brakes will be applied.
Using Reverse Implement Option
NOTE: Operating the mower while backing up is
strongly discouraged. The Reverse Implement Option
should be used ONLY when operating another
attachment or when the operator deems it necessary to
reposition the machine with the mower engaged.
1. Stop the machine FORWARD travel with mower
engaged.
2. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no
bystanders.
3. Push and hold in the reverse implement switch (A) while
moving drive lever to the rear.
NOTE: If the engine and mower stop while
repositioning the machine, return mower engagement
lever to the OFF position and restart the machine. (See
Starting The Engine in this section.) Begin again with
Step 2.
4. As the machine begins to move rearward, release the
reverse implement switch and reposition the machine.
5. Resume FORWARD travel. The mower should continue
operating.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition the machine
again.
Pushing Machine
To move machine when engine is STOPPED:
IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! To prevent
transmission damage, stop tractor movement before
changing direction of travel.
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CAUTION: Avoid injury! Before moving forward
or rearward, make sure area is clear of
bystanders, especially children.
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IMPORTANT: Avoid damage! Avoid transmission
damage, DO NOT tow machine.
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