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OMGX20997 B2

GX20997

B2

Lawn Tractor

SABO 108-17 HS

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

Export Version

Litho in U.S.A.

Summary of Contents for SABO 108-17 HS

Page 1: ...OMGX20997 B2 GX20997 B2 Lawn Tractor SABO 108 17 HS OPERATOR S MANUAL Export Version Litho in U S A...

Page 2: ...omary lawn mowing operations for park and amenity area maintenance and for winter work Use in any other way is considered as contrary to the intended use The manufacturer accepts no liability for dama...

Page 3: ...or the machine and for the engine of your machine and record the information in the spaces provided below DATE OF PURCHASE _________________________________________ DEALER NAME _______________________...

Page 4: ...RIGHT 2006 Deere Co John Deere Worldwide Commercial and Consumer Equipment Division All rights reserved Previous Editions COPYRIGHT OMGX20997 B2 English Table of Contents Safety 1 Operating 9 Replacem...

Page 5: ...ormation necessary for safe machine operation Carefully read operator s manual before operating machine Observe all safety rules to avoid accidents Keep Children and Bystanders Away From Mower Make su...

Page 6: ...912 Do not operate mower without shields in place Stay clear of belts Avoid Injury From Rotating Blades and Thrown Objects MX10511x M118040 Do not put hands or feet under or into mower when engine is...

Page 7: ...nters 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 dis...

Page 8: ...ren Do not mow in reverse Shut off blades when you are not mowing Park machine safely before leaving the operator s station for any reason including emptying the catchers or unplugging the chute The m...

Page 9: ...ttachments 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 M...

Page 10: ...sed for service work Use jack stands to support components when needed Never run engine unless park brake is locked Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed Fix damage immediately Repla...

Page 11: ...ighly flammable Do not refuel machine while you smoke when machine is near an open flame or sparks or when engine is running Stop engine and allow to cool before filling Never remove the fuel cap or a...

Page 12: ...nvironment Handling Waste Product and Chemicals Waste products such as used oil fuel coolant brake fluid and batteries can harm the environment and people Do not use beverage containers for waste flui...

Page 13: ...may damage plastic and painted surfaces Do not spray insect repellent near machine Be careful not to spill fuel on machine Fuel may damage surface Wipe up spilled fuel immediately Prolonged exposure t...

Page 14: ...Miscellaneous Controls MX10513 A Mower Deck Leveling Bracket MX7695 A Fuel Level Window MX7691x A Free Wheeling Lever Foot Control Models Miscellaneous Accessories MX7694 A Front and Rear CargO Mount...

Page 15: ...ust mower deck wheels Adjusting Mower Deck Wheels 1 Park machine safely See Parking Safely in the SAFETY section 2 Inflate tires to the correct pressure 3 Lower mower deck to the desired mowing positi...

Page 16: ...mower lift handle to preferred cutting height 4 Measure mower level side to side MX4871 Picture Note A convenient leveling gauge A AM130907 is available from your dealer a Position mower blades as fo...

Page 17: ...k under the edge B of each side of mower deck Shims can be added on both sides between block of wood and mower deck edge to obtain a specific deck height if desired 4 Put mower lift handle in the lowe...

Page 18: ...se front of mower deck or counterclockwise to lower front of mower deck Testing Safety Systems Use the following checkout procedure to check for normal operation of machine If there is a malfunction d...

Page 19: ...rake needs to be adjusted Testing PTO Switch 1 Park machine safely See Parking Safely in the SAFETY Section 2 Sit on seat MX7697 3 Lock the park brake A 4 Engage PTO lever B 5 Try to start engine Resu...

Page 20: ...est MX7697 Picture Note Machine with mechanical PTO shown a Disengage PTO C b Start engine c Lock park brake d Raise up off seat Do not get off tractor Result Engine should continue to run If engine s...

Page 21: ...will flash for two hours Follow the service timetable in the SERVICE INTERVALS section Turn the key to STOP position when not using the machine The hours will continue to increase if the key is left i...

Page 22: ...and needs a large volume of air to keep cool Keep air intake screen A on top of engine clean Stopping the Engine MX7697 Picture Note Model with mechanical PTO used for photo purposes 1 Move throttle...

Page 23: ...engine then turn key switch from run position C to headlights on position B To turn headlights off turn key switch from headlights on position B to run position C Using Travel Controls on Automatic Tr...

Page 24: ...repositioning the machine return the PTO lever switch to the off position Start engine and engage mower Begin again with Step 2 4 Release the reverse implement switch and reposition the machine as th...

Page 25: ...le of minutes to warm up 2 Lower mower to desired cutting height position MX7697 3 Push PTO lever A forward to engage mower 4 Push throttle lever B up to the full throttle position NOTE The mower and...

Page 26: ...e directed down and outward from tractor 7 Strap down hood IMPORTANT Avoid damage Transmission damage may occur if the machine is towed or moved incorrectly Move unit by hand only Do not use another v...

Page 27: ...94 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 you...

Page 28: ...move only 1 3 of the grass at a time Mow grass often Short grass clippings will decay quickly Mow with engine at full throttle Adjust travel speed to match mowing conditions Travel at slow speed when...

Page 29: ...your machine serial number and engine serial number These are the numbers that you recorded in the PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION section of this manual Part Numbers Part numbers are subject to change withou...

Page 30: ...bearings Every 50 Hours Lubricate pivot points and seat with general all purpose spray lubricant See Lubricating Pivot Points and Lubricating Seat in the SERVICE LUBRICATION section Every 100 Hours Re...

Page 31: ...Service Intervals 27 SERVICE INTERVALS Lubricating Seat in the SERVICE LUBRICATION section After Storage Charge battery Check safety systems Check tighten loose hardware Check tire pressure...

Page 32: ...ing Front Axle Pivot MX10500 Lubricate front axle center pivot A with one or two shots of general all purpose grease Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Spindles and Bearings MX7700 Lubricate front wheel spi...

Page 33: ...9 SERVICE LUBRICATION MX10512 Picture Note 107 cm 42 in deck used for illustration A Blade Brake Pivots 107 cm 42 in deck only B Deck Idler Pivot Lubricate these pivot points with a general all purpos...

Page 34: ...all and tighten dipstick 6 Remove dipstick 7 Check oil level on dipstick Oil must be between ADD and FULL marks 8 If oil level is low add oil to bring oil level no higher than FULL mark on dipstick Do...

Page 35: ...dd oil no higher than FULL mark on dipstick Use approximately the amount of oil listed below Do not overfill 10 Install dipstick 11 Start and run engine at idle to check for leaks Stop engine Fix any...

Page 36: ...er base very carefully preventing any dirt from falling into carburetor Install new paper filter element into air cleaner Make sure element is seated properly 8 Install precleaner on paper element 9 I...

Page 37: ...his is a normal condition due to the emission control system After performing the checks in the troubleshooting section and your engine is still not performing correctly contact your authorized dealer...

Page 38: ...VICE TRANSMISSION Service Transmission Checking Transmission The transmission is a sealed component No maintenance is required on this transmission If you suspect any transmission problems please cont...

Page 39: ...hers F and disconnect rear draft arms G two on each side MX10521 6 Remove spring locking pin and washer H and front draft rod I from mower deck bracket J 7 Remove mower drive belt from drive sheave K...

Page 40: ...ower deck bracket D and secure with washer and spring locking pin E on the left side of bracket as shown MX10521 8 Put mower drive belt on engine drive sheave F Make sure belt is routed through both b...

Page 41: ...d belt shield A b Loosen sheaves B and belt guides C c Remove mower belt 4 Inspect belt for wear or damage replace as necessary 5 Clean top surface of mower deck and sheaves MX10512 6 Install belt on...

Page 42: ...of brake rod in correct direction to set brake at proper distance from pulley 6 Adjust both brakes 7 Install left belt shield 8 Install mower deck Checking for Bent Mower Blades 1 Park machine safely...

Page 43: ...3 Loosen and remove two cap screws A and blade B Do not remove two nuts bushings C inside holes of the blade adapter 4 Inspect blades sharpen balance or replace blades as necessary Installing Mower B...

Page 44: ...1 Clean blade M61524 2 Put blade on nail in a vise Turn blade to horizontal position 3 Check balance If blade is not balanced heavy end of blade will drop 4 Grind bevel of heavy end Do not change blad...

Page 45: ...Be careful not to get the soda solution into the cells 4 Rinse the battery with plain water and dry 5 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright 6 Apply petroleum jelly or si...

Page 46: ...for several minutes 6 Carefully disconnect the booster cables in the exact reverse order negative cable first and then the positive cable Replacing Headlight Bulb 1 Park machine safely See Parking Saf...

Page 47: ...hook cCAUTION Avoid injury Fuel vapors are explosive and flammable Shut engine off before filling fuel tank Do not smoke while handling fuel Keep fuel away from flames or sparks Fill fuel tank outdoo...

Page 48: ...ive practices to care for your vehicle painted metal surfaces Use a high quality automotive wax regularly to maintain the factory look of your vehicle s painted surfaces Repairing Minor Scratches surf...

Page 49: ...tribute to performance problems by causing gum and varnish deposits especially if fuel is stored for several weeks or more Obtain fresh fuel Engine Will Not Start Brake pedal not depressed PTO is enga...

Page 50: ...verloaded Low engine speed Oil level low Engine Stops Or Misses When Operating On Hillsides Fuel tank less than half full of fuel Operator raising off of the seat Engine Backfires Faulty spark plug Op...

Page 51: ...Not Work Light plug disconnected Loose or burned out bulb IF CHECK Tractor Vibrates Too Much Or Rattles Excessively Attachment drive belts worn or damaged Traction drive belt damaged or worn Dirt on...

Page 52: ...rain Low tire pressure Mower Loads Down Tractor Engine rpm too low Travel speed too fast Debris wrapped around mower spindles Uneven Cut Mower deck not leveled properly Travel speed too fast Blades du...

Page 53: ...should be used when vehicle is not to be used for longer than 60 days 1 Change engine oil and filter while engine is warm 2 Service air filter if necessary 3 Clean debris from engine air intake screen...

Page 54: ...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 be distributed throughout engine 8 Be sure...

Page 55: ...See Testing Safety System in the Operating section cCAUTION Avoid injury The battery produces a flammable and explosive gas The battery may explode Do not smoke near battery Wear eye protection and gl...

Page 56: ...7 mph Travel Speed Reverse 0 5 5 km h 0 3 4 mph Electrical System Charging System RegulatedCircuit Charging System Capacity 9 Amp Battery Voltage 12 Volts Battery Type BCI Group U1 Capacities Model 1...

Page 57: ...Deck 84 dB A at 3020 r min engine speed Sabo 108 17 HS with 107 cm 42 in Mower Deck 88 dB A at 3020 r min engine speed Vibration Measurements Hand Arm Measured Per EN836 A2 Sabo 108 17 HS with 107 cm...

Page 58: ...o 108 17 HS Lawn Tractor with 107 cm 42 in Mower Deck 99 8 dB A Guaranteed Sound Power Level Sabo 108 17 HS Lawn Tractor with 107 cm 42 in Mower Deck 100 dB A Done at John Deere Horicon Works 13 March...

Page 59: ...nd Filter Changing 31 Engine Specifications 52 Engine Troubleshooting 45 Engine and Fuel Storage Preparing 49 Engine Starting 17 Engine Stopping 18 F Filter Changing Engine Oil 31 Filter Replacing Fue...

Page 60: ...Sharpening Blades 40 Spark Plug Checking 32 Spindle Brake 107 cm 42 in Deck Adjusting 38 Spindles Lubricating Front Axle Wheel Bearings and 28 Stopping Engine 18 Storage Compartments Using 23 Storage...

Page 61: ...Notes NOTES Notes...

Page 62: ...Notes NOTES Notes...

Page 63: ...r needs Precision tools and testing equipment enable our Service Department to locate and correct troubles quickly to save you time and money School is never out for Sabo service technicians Training...

Page 64: ...Service Record 60 SERVICE RECORD Service Record Record Service Dates Oil Change Oil Filter Change Lubricate Machine Air Cleaner Element Check Clean Fuel Filter Change...

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