J8
Sabre Yard Tractors
1842GV and 1842HV
1848GV and 1848HV
Serial No. (020,001-)
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
John Deere
Worldwide Commercial And
Consumer Equipment Division
OMM138147 J8
North American Version
Litho in U.S.A.
English
INTRODUCTION
THANK YOU for purchasing a John Deere
product.
Read this manual and your attachment manual
thoroughly. Failure to do so could result in personal
injury or equipment damage.
WARNING:
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This manual should be considered a permanent par t of
your machine and should remain with the machine when
you sell it.
Product warranty is provided as part of John Deere’s
support program for customers who operate and
maintain their equipment as described in this manual.
The product warranty is explained on the warranty
certificate you received from your dealer.
Measurements in this manual are metric units and their
U.S. customary equivalents. RIGHT-HAND and LEFTHAND sides are determined by facing in the direction
the machine will travel when going forward. When you
see a broken line arrow (------>), it indicates the part it is
pointing to is hidden.
product contains chemicals known to the
State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects or other reproductive harm.
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
The Engine Exhaust from this
Record identification numbers below. Be sure to record
all the numbers to help in tracing the machine if it is
stolen. You also need to give these numbers to your
dealer when you order parts.
DATE OF PURCHASE: _______________________________
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Sabre® is a registered trademark of Deere & Company
Introduction
Vehicle Serial Number:
Located on Rear of Tractor
INTRODUCTION
M88555
Briggs & Stratton Engine Information
Model
Located on Engine
Type
Code
M88589
Introduction
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Assembly...............................................................................................................................................1
Safety Signs...........................................................................................................................................8
Controls ............................................................................................................................................... 11
Operating the Machine ........................................................................................................................13
Operating the Mower...........................................................................................................................30
Replacement Parts..............................................................................................................................37
Service Machine Safely.......................................................................................................................39
Service Interval Chart.......................................................................................................................... 41
Service Engine .................................................................................................................................... 43
Service Transmission........................................................................................................................... 48
Service Mower.....................................................................................................................................49
Service Electrical.................................................................................................................................56
Service Miscellaneous......................................................................................................................... 61
Removing Mower................................................................................................................................. 69
Installing Mower................................................................................................................................... 71
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................................................72
Storing Machine................................................................................................................................... 77
Specifications.......................................................................................................................................80
Warranty..............................................................................................................................................83
Index....................................................................................................................................................89
Service Literature ................................................................................................................................ 93
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© 1998
Deere & Co.
John Deere Worldwide Comme rcial and
Consumer Equipment Division
Horicon, WI
All rights reserved
Previous Editions
COPYRIGHT© 1997
OMM138147 J8
Table of Contents
ASSEMBLY
C
B
A
M88598
1842GV and 1842HV Only - Box of Parts
NOTE: If you are missing any parts see the
Replacement Parts section for additional service
part numbers.
A Sabre Operator’s Manual
Safety Video
M135884
M134321
B Steering Wheel AM121918
C Bag of Hardware
• 1 - Shoulder bolt-Steering Wheel
• 1 - Nut- Steering Wheel
• 1 - Washer- Steering Wheel
• 2 - M8x16 Bolts- Battery
• 2 - M8x16 Nut- Battery
• 2 - Keys
H63686
M87404
M63662
24H1721
19M7775
14M7303
M127340
Assembly - Page 1
ASSEMBLY
C
B
D
E
A
F
G
M88598A
1848GV and 1848HV Only - Box of Parts
NOTE: If you are missing any parts see the
Replacement Parts section for additional service
part numbers.
A Sabre Operator’s Manual
Safety Video
M135884
M134321
B Mower Gage Wheels (2) M111489
C Mower Drive Belt M110312
D Mower Discharge Chute with:
Chute Pin
Chute Spring
Chute Hinge
M123859
M112899
M83410
M83411
E Front Lift Rod Assembly:
Rod
Welded Pivot
Clevis (2)
Spacers (2)
Lock Nuts (2)
Jam Nuts (2)
M132735
AM119811
M113014
M110875
M85540
14M7275
F Steering Wheel AM121918
G Bag of Hardware
• 2 - Bolts
• 2 - Nuts
• 2 - Bushings
• 2 - Washers
• 1 - Shoulder Bolt-Steering Wheel
• 1 - Nut-Steering Wheel
• 1 - Washer-Steering Wheel
• 2 - M8x16 Bolts-Battery
• 2 - M8x16 Nut-Battery
• 2 - M8x20 Bolts-Chute
• 2 - M8x20 Nuts-Chute
• 2 - Keys
H63686
19M7274
14M7396
M111491
M110698
M87404
M63662
24H1721
19M7775
14M7303
03M7184
14M7464
M127340
Assembly - Page 2
ASSEMBLY
A
M88599
A
A
M92883
M88566
A
B
M88560
A
Remove Packaging
CAUTION: Avoid eye injury. Wear eye
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protection when removing wire bands. Wire
bands are under tension and could snap
when removed.
Remove plastic and paper.
Remove wire bands (A) from front and rear tires.
1848GV and 1848HV Only - Remove Mower
Deck from Side of Crate
CAUTION: •Mower Deck is heavy. To avoid
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injury, use a hoist or safe lifting device when
removing mower deck from crate.
•Mower Blades are sharp. Always wear gloves
when handling mower deck.
1. Remove two bolts (A) from crate.
2. Using a hoist or a safe lifting device, remove mower
deck from crate.
Install Steering Wheel
1. Put front wheels in the straight forward position.
2. Lubricate the steering shaft.
3. Install steering wheel with Sabre logo in the upright
position.
4. Install shoulder bolt (A). Driv e bolt in until head of bolt
contacts steering wheel.
5. Install washer and nut (B).
6. Tighten lock nut until it is snug. Do not tighten lock nut
to pull washer or head of bolt into steering wheel.
Remove Tractor from Crate
1. GEAR MODEL: Put transmission shift lever in
N (Neutral).
AUTOMATIC MODEL: Pull out free-wheeling lever (A).
2. Carefully push tractor off crate.
3. Lock park brake.
4. AUTOMATIC MODEL: Push free-wheeling lever (A)
IN before operating tractor.
Assembly - Page 3
ASSEMBLY
A
C
B
M88558
Connect and Check Battery
CAUTION: Prevent Battery Explosions:
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- Keep sparks, lighted matches, and open
flame away from the top of battery. Battery
gas can explode.
- Never check battery charge by placing a
metal object across the posts. Use a voltmeter or hydrometer.
- Do not charge a frozen battery; it may
explode. Warm battery to 16° C (60° F)
IMPORTANT: This battery comes fully charged. If
the mower is not used by the Service Expiration
Date indicated on the battery, charge the battery.
(See Charging the Battery in the Service Electrical section.)
CAUTION: DO NOT attempt to open, add fluid
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or service battery. Any attempt to do so will
void warranty and lead to possible injury.
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 blue harness wire (B) and RED positive (+)
cable (A) to battery. Apply petroleum jelly or silicone
spray to terminal to prevent corrosion. Make sure
connection is tight. Install the red terminal cover.
3. Remove and discard the BLACK (–) protective cap
from the negative battery terminal.
4. Connect black negative (–) cable (C) to battery. Apply
petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent
corrosion. Make sure connection is tight.
Assembly - Page 4
ASSEMBLY
M88571
D
A
B
C
M88577
A
M88578
D
C
B
1848GV and 1848HV Only - Assemble and
Install Mower Deck
Install Rear Gage Wheels
1. Install rear gage wheels, one on each side, using bolt
(A), bushing (B), washer (C), and tighten with nut (D).
2. Adjust gage wheels after mower deck is installed.
(See Adjust Mower Gage Wheels in Operating the
Mower section.)
Install Mower Deck
CAUTION: Avoid injury, before installing
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mower on machine: STOP engine. Remove
key. Wait for all moving parts to STOP.
Avoid injury from loaded spring: LOCK lift
lever before installing mower.
Avoid injury from spring loaded rod: Make
sure you have a tight grip on drive belt
tension rod when installing.
1. STOP engine, LOCK park brake, push PTO switch
down to DISENGAGE, turn key to the OFF position, and
remove key.
2. Raise mower lift lever to TRANSPORT (upper)
position.
3. Slide mower under the tractor.
4. Put wood blocks under each side of mower.
5. Put mower lift lever in the MOWING (lower) position.
6. Install rear draft arms, one on each side of tractor, to
mower lift brackets with spring loaded J-pins (A).
7. Put front lift rod assembly (B) in slotted brackets (C)
on mower deck and install the front lift rod assembly to
the front of the tractor frame.
8. Push up on lever (D) and lock into tractor frame.
Assembly - Page 5
M88579
E
F
G
M47397
A
B
M88557
B
A
ASSEMBLY
9. Put mower drive belt (E) on engine drive sheave.
10.Push drive belt tension rod (F) into bracket (G).
11.Raise mower lift lever to TRANSPORT (upper)
position.
12.Remove wood blocks from both sides of mower.
13.Level mower. (See Leveling Mower in Operating the
Mower section.)
Install Mower Discharge Chute
CAUTION: To avoid injury:-NEVER operate
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mower without chute in place.
-Hold chute firmly on mower deck when
installing, mower discharge chute is spring
loaded.
-After installing chute on deck check to make
sure hinge on chute is working properly by
opening chute and releasing it. Chute MUST
spring back to the LOWERED position.
1. Install mower discharge chute to mower deck with two
M8 x 20 bolts (A) and lock nuts (B).
2. Tighten nuts to 20 N•m (15 ft-lb).
Break-In Electric PTO Clutch
1. Start engine and push throttle lever (A) up to full
throttle (
2. With no load on mower, ENGAGE PTO (B) and allow
mower to run for 10 seconds.
3. DISENGAGE PTO and wait 10 seconds.
4. Repeat Step 2 for 12-15 cycles.
r
) position.
5. PTO clutch is now properly burnished.
Assembly - Page 6
ASSEMBLY
Check Machine Safety System
Perform safety system check to make sure the
electronic safety interlock circuit is functioning properly.
Perform all six Tests. (See Testing Safety System in the
Operating section)
Checking Tire Pressure
CAUTION: Explosive separation of a tire and
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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 pressure. Never weld or heat a
wheel and tire assembly. The heat can cause
an increase in air pressure resulting in a tire
explosion. Welding can structurall y weaken or
deform the wheel.
- When inflating tires, use a clip-on chuck and
extension hose long enough to allow you to
stand to one side and NOT in front of or over
the tire assembly.
- Check tires for low pressure, cuts, bubbles,
damaged rims or missing lug bolts and nuts.
1. Check tires for damage.
2. Check tire pressure with an accurate gauge.
3. Add or remove air, if necessary:
Tire Size Pressure-kPa (psi)
Front: 16 x 6.5 97 kPa (14 psi)
Rear: 23 x 9.5 83 kPa (12 psi)
Assembly - Page 7
SAFETY SIGNS
Safety-Alert Symbol
Read and recognize safety information. Be alert to the
potential for personal injury when you see this safetyalert symbol.
On your machine safety labels, the words DANGER,
WARNING, and CAUTION are used with this safetyalert symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious
hazards.
In this manual, the word CAUTION and this symbol call
attention to safety messages.
Machine Safety Labels
DANGER
ROTATING BLADES CUT OFF ARMS AND LEGS
• Do not mow when children or others are around
• Do not mow in reverse
• Look down and behind before and while backing
• Never carry children
WARNING
AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH
• Drive up and down slopes, not across
• Avoid sudden turns
• If machine stops going uphill, stop blade and back
down slowly
• Keep safety devices (guards, shields, and switches)
in place and working
• Read operator’s manual
• When leaving machine:
–Stop engine
–Set park brake
–Remove key
M88552
Safety Signs - Page 8
SAFETY SIGNS
M88552
WARNING
LOADED SPRING
LOCK LIFT LEVER FORWARD BEFORE CHANGING
ATTACHMENTS
Picture Note: One decal on each side of tractor frame
DANGER/POISON
SHIELD EYES.
M88552
EXPLOSIVE GASES CAN
CAUSE BLINDNESS OR
INJURY.
NO
•SPARKS
• FLAMES
• SMOKING
SULFURIC ACID
CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS OR
SEVERE BURNS
FLUSH EYES IMMEDIATELY WITH WATER.
GET MEDICAL HELP FAST.
MAINTENANCE-FREE
KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN. DO NOT
TIP. DO NOT OPEN BATTERY!
Picture Note: Located on Battery
Safety Signs - Page 9
SAFETY SIGNS
M88552
M88552
1-1996
DANGER
ROTATING BLADE
DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO
MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING
THROWN OBJECTS
BEFORE MOWING, CLEAR AREA OF OBJECTS THAT
MAY BE THROWN BY BLADE
DO NOT OPERATE MOWER WITHOUT DISCHARGE
CHUTE OR ENTIRE GRASS CATCHER IN PLACE
DANGER
ROTATING BLADE
DO NOT PUT HANDS OR FEET UNDER OR INTO
MOWER WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING
Picture Note: Located on Left-Hand side of deck
Certification Label
This OPEI label on your mower indicates that this model
has been certified by an independent laboratory for
compliance with American National Standard B-71.11996, “Safety Specifications” for Power Lawn Mowers,
Lawn and Garden Tractors, and Lawn Tractors.
Safety Signs - Page 10
Console Controls
M88557
A
C
B
D
E
F
M88564
G
M88556
A
B
C
M88553
E
D
A - Light Switch
B - PTO Switch/RIO Switch
C-Key Switch
D - Choke Knob
E - Throttle Lever
F - Battery Discharge Light
G - Cut Height Adjustment Lever
CONTROLS
Foot and Panel Controls (Gear Models,
1842GV and 1848GV)
A - Park Brake Lever
B - Brake Pedal
C - Gear Shift Lever
D - Mower Deck Lift Lever
E - Clutch Pedal
Controls - Page 11
CONTROLS
M88563
A
B
C
D
M88561
E
Foot and Panel Controls (Automatic Models,
1842HV and 1848HV)
A - Park Brake Lever
B - Brake Pedal
C - Forward Travel Pedal
D - Reverse Travel Pedal
E - Mower Deck Lift Lever
Controls - Page 12
OPERATING MACHINE
Operate Safely
• In addition to reading your Operator’s Manual, view
your John Deere Mowing Safety Video.
• Check brake action before you operate. Adjust or
service brakes as necessary.
• Inspect machine before you operate. Be sure
hardware is tight. Repair or replace damaged, badly
worn, or missing parts. Be sure guards and shields are
in good condition and fastened in place. Make any
necessary adjustments before you operate.
• Clear work area of objects that might be thro wn. K eep
people and pets out of the work area. Stop machine if
anyone enters 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.
• DO NOT leave machine unattended when it is
running.
• Only operate during daylight or with good artificial
light.
• Be careful of traffic when operating near or crossing
roadways.
• Do not wear radio or music headphones while
operating the machine. Safe operation requires your full
attention.
Park Safely
• Stop machine on a level surface, not on a slope.
• Disengage mower blades.
• Lower attachments to the ground.
• Engage park brake.
• STOP engine.
• Remove key.
• Before you leave the operator’s seat, wait for engine
and all moving parts to STOP.
Operating Machine - Page 13
OPERATING MACHINE
Rotating Blades are Dangerous - Protect
Children and Prevent Accidents
PROTECT CHILDREN:
• Ne ver assume that children will remain where you last
saw them. Children are attracted to mowing activity, stay
alert to the presence of children.
• Keep children in the house when you are operating
the machine.
• Turn machine off if a child enters the mowing area.
• Use extra care when you come to blind corners,
shrubs, trees, or other objects that may block your
vision.
• DO NOT let children or an untrained person operate
the machine.
• DO NOT carry or let children ride on machine or any
attachment. DO NOT tow children in a cart or trailer.
HELP PREVENT SERIOUS OR FATAL ACCIDENTS:
• Be alert at all times, drive forward carefully. People
especially children can move quickly into the mowing
area before you know it.
• Back carefully. Disengage mower blades and look
behind the machine carefully, especially for children,
before you back up.
• DO NOT mow in reverse unless it is absolutely
necessary.
• Disengage mower blades when you are not mowing.
• DO NOT operate machine if you are under the
influence of drugs or alcohol.
Operating Machine - Page 14
OPERATING MACHINE
Avoid Tipping
• DO NOT drive where machine could slip or tip.
• Stay alert for holes and other hidden hazards in the
terrain.
• Keep away from drop-offs.
• Slow down before you make a sharp turn or operate
on a slope.
• When pulling loads or using heavy equipment, use
only approved hitches, limit loads to those you can
safely control, and use counterweights or wheel
weights when required per this manual or your
attachment manual.
• Drive up and down a hill—not across. Be careful
when you change direction on a slope.
• DO NOT stop when going up hill or down hill. If
machine stops going up hill, DISENGAGE mower
blades and back down slowly.
• DO NOT mow wet grass. Reduced traction could
cause sliding.
• DO NOT try to stabilize the machine by putting your
foot on the ground.
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 unsafe manner.
Operating Machine - Page 15
OPERATING MACHINE
M88554
A
Wear Appropriate Clothing
• Wear close fitting clothing and safety equipment
appropriate for the job.
• Loud noise can cause impairment or loss of hearing,
wear a suitable protective device such as earplugs.
Stay Clear of Rotating Drivelines
Entanglement in rotating driveline can cause serious
injury or death:
• Wear close fitting clothing.
• STOP the engine and be sure PTO driveline is
stopped before getting near it.
Transport Safely
• Use saf ety lights and de vices. Slo w moving machines
when driven on public roads are hard to see, especially
at night. Avoid personal injury or death resulting from a
collision with a vehicle.
• Whenever driving on public roads, use flashing
warning lights and turn signals according to local
regulations. Extra flashing warning lights may need to
be installed.
Adjusting Seat
1. Tip seat forward and loosen two knobs (A) to slide
seat assembly forward or rearward to most comfortable
OPERATOR position.
2. Tighten knobs after adjustment to keep seat in place.
Operating Machine - Page 16
M88554
A
M88556
B
C
M88557
A
M88557
A
OPERATING MACHINE
Using the Park Brake
CAUTION: To av oid i njury, always LOCK park
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brake before getting off tractor or leaving
tractor unattended.
LOCKING PARK BRAKE:
Picture Note: Gear Model Shown
1. Gear Only: Push clutch pedal (A) all the way down.
2. Push brake pedal (B) all the way down.
3. Lift park brake lever (C) up.
4. Release pedal(s) and park brake lever. Pedal(s)
should stay down and park brake lever should stay
LOCKED in UP position.
UNLOCKING PARK BRAKE:
1. Push and hold pedal(s) down.
2. Push park brake lever (C) down to UNLOCK park
brake.
3. Release pedal(s).
Using Headlights
Push top of light switch (A) to turn headlights ON.
Push bottom of light switch to turn headlights OFF.
Check Battery Discharge Light
The Battery Discharge light (A) should go out when
throttle lever is moved to the HIGH IDLE/Mowing (
position.
a
)
The battery discharge light may remain on for several
minutes while the battery is being charged.
Operating Machine - Page 17
Starting Engine
M88556
A
B
C
M88561
E
D
F
CAUTION: Start engine ONLY outdoors or in a
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well ventilated place. Exhaust fumes are
dangerous.
OPERATING MACHINE
IMPORTANT:
Do not operate starter more than 20
seconds at a time, or you may damage
it. If engine does not start: Wait two
minutes before you try again. See
Troubleshooting section.
NOTE: Engine will not start unless: PTO switch is
DISENGAGED, park brake is LOCKED or brake
pedal pushed down. On GEAR model: The
transmission shift lever should be in N (NEUTRAL)
position.
1. On GEAR model: Move transmission shift lever (A) to
N (NEUTRAL) position.
Picture Note: Gear Model Shown
2. Lock the park brake (B).
3. Push PTO switch (C) down to DISENGAGE.
4. Pull choke knob (D) out to the ON (k) position.
5. Move throttle lever (E) to the HALF-SPEED (R)
position.
Picture Note: Automatic Model Shown
6. Tu rn key (F) to START position.
7. When engine starts, release key to RUN position.
8. Check starting conditions:
If engine is COLD:
•
Gradually return the choke to
the OFF position after the engine starts and warms
up. (See Cold Weather Starting in this section.)
If engine is WARM:
•
Return choke to the OFF
position as soon as the engine starts.
9. Let engine run for a couple of minutes to warm-up
before operating tractor.
Operating Machine - Page 18
OPERATING MACHINE
M88576
A
M88553
B
A
M88553
A
M88556
B
Warming and Idling Engine
WARMING ENGINE:
• Run Engine at half speed for 2–3 minutes.
IDLING ENGINE:
• Engine is air-cooled and needs a large volume of air
to keep cool. K eep air intake screen (A) on top of engine
clean.
• Avoid unnecessary engine idling.
Stopping Engine
1. Move throttle lever (A) to SLOW (t) position. Let
engine run at low throttle a few seconds.
2. Tu rn key (B) to OFF position.
3. Remove key.
4. LOCK the park brake.
Using and Stopping Gear Transmission
CAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY: • Before
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moving forward or rearward, make sure area
is clear of bystanders, especially children.
• Disengage mower or attachment before
backing up.
IMPORTANT:You do not have to STOP tractor to
shift on the go, but do not shift on
the go when tractor is under extreme
load. To shift on the go, follow steps
below under TRAVEL FORWARD.
TO TRAVEL FORWARD:
1. Push down on clutch pedal (A).
2. Move shift lever (B) to desired forward gear.
3. Release clutch pedal slowly.
Operating Machine - Page 19
TO TRAVEL IN REVERSE:
M88556
CB
M88563
A
B
OPERATING MACHINE
NOTE:
The engine and any operating attachment
will stop as the gear shift lever is moved to R
(REVERSE) position with attachment engaged.
1. Push clutch pedal and brake (C) all the way down to
STOP tractor.
2. Push PTO knob down to the OFF position to
disengage attachment.
3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no
bystanders nearby.
4. Move shift lever (B) to R (REVERSE) position.
5. Release clutch pedal slowly.
FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING
1. Push down on clutch pedal and brake at the same
time.
NOTE: This tractor is equipped with a Brake/Clutch
Interlock. Pressing the brake pedal will also depress
the clutch pedal for emergency stops.
Using and Stopping Automatic Transmission
CAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY: • Before
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moving forward or rearward, make sure area
is clear of bystanders, especially children.
• Disengage mower or attachment before
backing up.
1. UNLOCK park brake. (See Using the Park Brake in
this section.)
TO TRAVEL FORWARD:
1. Push down pedal (A).
TO TRAVEL IN REVERSE:
NOTE: The engine and any operating attachment
will stop as the REVERSE pedal is depressed with
attachment engaged.
1. Bring the vehicle to a stop.
2. Push PTO knob down to the OFF position to
disengage attachment.
3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no
bystanders nearby.
4. Push down pedal (B).
Operating Machine - Page 20
OPERATING MACHINE
g
p
p
g
M88563
A
B
C
M88557
A
FOR EMERGENCY STOPPING:
1. Push down on brake pedal (C). Travel pedals (A and
B) will return to NEUTRAL position.
Using Reverse Implement Option
CAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY: Before moving
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forward or rearward, make sure area is clear
of bystanders, especially children.
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 the
attachment still engaged.
2. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are
bystanders
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3. Lift and hold the PTO knob (A) up past the PTO
engagement position to activate the reverse implement
position while:
• depressing REVERSE foot pedal slightly
(Automatic Transmission)
OR
• moving the gear shift lever to the R (REVERSE)
position (Gear Transmission).
NOTE:
re
OFF
The En
If the en
ine and attachment stop while
ositioning the machine, return PTO knob to the
osition and restart the machine. (See Starting
ine in this section.) Begin again with Step 2.
4. As the machine begins to move backward, release
the PTO knob and reposition the machine.
5. Resume FORWARD travel. The attachment should
continue operating.
6. Repeat Steps 1 through 5 to reposition the machine
again.
Operating Machine - Page 21
OPERATING MACHINE
M88556
B
A
M88560
C
Pushing Machine
IMPORTANT: Avoid transmission damage, DO
NOT tow machine.
To move machine when engine is STOPPED:
• Unlock the park brake (A).
Picture Note: Gear Model Shown
• GEAR MODEL: Put transmission shift lever (B) in N
(Neutral).
• AUTOMATIC MODEL: Pull out on free-wheeling lev er
(C).
• Push machine to desired location.
NOTE: AUTOMATIC MODEL: Push free-wheeling
lever (C) IN before operating tractor.
Daily Operating Checklist
• Test safety systems.
• Check tire pressure.
• Check fuel level.
• Check engine oil level.
• Remove grass and debris from machine.
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M88557
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M88557
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Testing Safety Systems
CAUTION: Engine exhaust fumes can cause
c
sickness or death.
If it is necessary to run an engine in an
enclosed area, remove the exhaust fumes
from the area with an exhaust pipe extension.
If you do not have an exhaust pipe extension,
open the doors and get outside air into the
area.
NOTE: Your Yard Tractor is equipped with a
ELECTRONIC SAFETY INTERLOCK. Engine will not
start unless: • Operator is on seat; • PTO switch is
DISENGAGED; • Brake pedal is depressed OR
parking brake is set.
Use the following checkout procedure to check for
normal operation of tractor.
If there is a malfunction during one of these procedures,
DO NOT operate tractor. (See your Sabre Service
Center for service.)
Perform these tests in a clear open area. Keep
bystanders away
.
Test 1
Check operation of indicator lights:
• Turn key to RUN position.
• Pull PTO switch (B) up to ENGAGE.
• LOOK: Indicator light (A) must light.
• If indicator does not light, see Replacing Indicator
Light Bulb in Service – Electrical section.
• If new indicator bulb does not light or no indicators
work, see your Sabre Service Center for service.
Test 2
1. Operator on seat.
2. UNLOCK the park brake.
3. Push PTO switch (A) down to DISENGAGE.
4. Try to start engine.
5. Engine MUST NOT start. If engine starts, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
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M88557
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M88557
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B
M88556
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C
B
Test 3
1. Operator on seat.
2. LOCK the park brake.
3. Pull PTO switch (A) up to ENGAGE.
4. Try to start engine.
5. Engine MUST NOT start. If engine starts, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
Test 4
1. Operator on seat.
2. Lock the park brake.
3. Push PTO switch (A) down to DISENGAGE.
4. Start engine and move throttle lever (B) to HALFSPEED (R) position.
5. Pull PTO switch (A) up to ENGAGE.
6. Move throttle lever to FAST (r) speed position.
7. Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.
8. Engine MUST stop. If engine does not stop, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
Test 5
1. Operator on seat.
2. Push brake pedal down.
3. Push PTO switch (A) down to DISENGAGE.
4. Put transmission shift lever (B) in N (NEUTRAL)
position.
5. Start engine and move throttle lever (C) to FAST (r)
speed position.
6. Release brake slowly.
7. Raise up off of seat. DO NOT get off tractor.
8. Engine MUST stop. If engine does not stop, there is a
problem with your safety interlock circuit.
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OPERATING MACHINE
M88557
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B
M88556
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B
M88560
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Test 6
1. Operator on seat.
2. Lock the park brake.
3. Push PTO switch (A) down 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 interlock circuit.
Test 7
1. Lock the park brake (A).
2. GEAR MODEL: Put transmission shift lever (B) in N
(Neutral).
AUTOMATIC MODEL: Pull out free-wheeling lever (C).
3. Try to push machine manually.
4. Park brake MUST prevent machine from moving. If
machine moves, parking brake needs to be adjusted.
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Test 8
CAUTION: TO AVOID INJURY: Before moving
c
rearward, make sure area is clear of
bystanders, especially children.
Test Reverse Implement Option:
1. Start engine.
2. Engage PTO to start attachment.
3. Look behind the vehicle to be sure there are no
bystanders.
4. Begin REVERSE travel by depressing REVERSE foot
pedal (Automatic transmission) or moving gear shift
lever to R (REVERSE) position (Gear transmission).
5. Attachment and engine should stop operation. If
attachment or engine continues to operate while tractor
travels in REVERSE, do not continue to operate
attachment. See your John Deere dealer for service.
Avoid Damage to Plastic and Painted
Surfaces
• DO NOT wipe plastic parts unless rinsed first. (See
Correct Cleaning Care in Service-Miscellaneous
section.)
• Insect repellent spray 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.
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