Sabo 97-14 HS Operator's Manual page 14

Using Throttle Control
Always operate the engine at FULL (
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
performance.
Cold Weather Starting Tips
Always use fresh winter grade fuel.
Do not crank engine for more than 30 seconds in any single
attempt.
During first minute of operation engine may be operated in
partial choke to allow smoother running. As engine warms
slowly reduce engine speed to the full throttle detent
position.
Allow engine to run for a few minutes before using tractor to
allow automatic transmission oil to warm. Sluggish
transmission response in cold weather indicates that oil has
not warmed to allow optimum performance.
Warming and Idling Engine
WARMING ENGINE:
• Run Engine at half speed for 23 minutes.
IDLING ENGINE:
• Engine is air-cooled and needs a large volume of air to
keep cool. Keep air intake screen (A) on top of engine
clean.
• Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
OPERATING MACHINE
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Stopping Engine
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1. Push down on foot pedal (A).
2. Move shift lever (B) to N (NEUTRAL) position.
3. Pull PTO lever (C) all the way back to the rearward
(OFF) position.
4. Move throttle lever (D) to SLOW (
engine run at low throttle a few seconds.
5. Turn key (E) to OFF position.
6. Remove key.
7. LOCK the park brake.
Using Travel Controls
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CAUTION: Avoid injury!
• Before moving forward or rearward, make
sure area is clear of bystanders, especially
children.
• Disengage mower or attachment before
backing up.
TO TRAVEL FORWARD:
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