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Maintenance

Recommended Maintenance Schedule

Maintenance Service

Maintenance Procedure

After the first 5 hours

• Change the engine oil.

Before each use or daily

• Check the engine oil level.

• Ensure that the engine stops within 3 seconds after releasing the blade control

bar.

• Remove grass clippings and dirt from under the housing

Every 25 hours

• Check the air cleaner for dirty, loose, or damaged parts, and clean or replace

them if necessary.

Every 50 hours

• Change the engine oil.

Every 100 hours

• Replace the air-cleaner element (more frequently when operating the ma-

chine in dusty or dirty operating conditions).

• Clean the cooling system (refer to your engine owner’s manual).

• Replace the spark plug.

Before storage

• Empty the fuel tank before repairs as directed and before annual storage.

Yearly

• Replace the blade or have it sharpened (more frequently if the edge dulls quickly)

by an Authorized Saber Edge Dealer .

• Refer to your Engine Operator’s Manual for any additional yearly mainte-

nance procedures.

Preparing for maintenance

1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop.

2. Disconnect the spark-plug wire from the spark plug before performing any maintenance

procedure.

3. After performing the maintenance procedure(s), connect the spark-plug wire to the spark plug.

Important: Before tipping the machine to change the oil or replace the blade, allow the fuel tank to run

dry through normal usage. If you must tip the machine prior to running out of fuel, use a hand fuel pump

to remove the fuel. Always tip the

machine onto its side with the dipstick down.

Warning: Tipping the machine may cause the fuel to leak. Gasoline is flammable, explosive and can

cause personal injury.

Run the engine dry or remove the gasoline with a hand pump, never siphon.

Summary of Contents for LM-21AHD

Page 1: ...g brush or for agricultural uses Before operating your new Saber Edge it is strongly recommended all operators carefully read this manual in its entirety before operating the equipment This manual explains how to operate and maintain the product properly and safely to avoid injury and property damage You may contact Saber Edge Corporations directly at www saberturf com for product and accessory in...

Page 2: ...ne with Oil 8 Filling the fuel Tank 9 Checking the Engine Oil Level 9 To Change Cutting Height 9 Starting the Engine 9 Stopping the Engine 9 Floating Handle Feature 10 Installing the Grass Bag 10 Removing the Grass Bag 10 Mowing 10 Mowing Tips 11 Cutting Grass Tips 11 Using Side Discharge 11 Bagging the Clippings 11 Maintenance 12 Recommended Maintenance Schedule 12 Preparing for maintenance 12 Se...

Page 3: ... with the object See Figure 1 and Figure 2 4 Adjust gauge up or down until the left corner touches the slope See Figure 1 and Figure 2 5 If there is a gap below the gauge the slope is too steep for safe operation See Figure 2 above WARNING Slopes are a major factor related to tip over and roll over accidents which can result in severe injury or death Do not operate machine on slopes in excess of 1...

Page 4: ...allow responsible adults who are familiar with the instructions to operate this machine Never leave a running machine unattended Be sure the area is clear of people and pets before operating Stop machine if anyone enters the area Clear the area of objects such as rocks sticks toys wire etc which could be thrown by the blade Stay behind the handle when the engine is running Always wear substantial ...

Page 5: ...and pets out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult other than the operator Never allow children to operate the machine Use extra care when approaching blind corners shrubs trees or other objects that may block your view of a child or pet Be especially watchful of children and pets darting into the area while operating Safe Handling of Gasoline Gasoline is extremely ...

Page 6: ...unning Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against engine to prevent unintended starting Check grass catcher components and the discharge guard frequently and replace with manufacturer s recommended parts when necessary General Service Safe Handling of Gasoline continued Keep the nozzle in contact with the rim of the fuel tank or container opening at all times until fueling is complete Do no...

Page 7: ...efore operating look behind and down when reversing 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Safety and Instructional Decals continued Product Overview Setup Important Remove and discard the protective plastic sheet that covers the engine Installing the Handle Important When folding or unfolding handle be careful not to pinch or damage the cables Damaged cables will create unsafe operating conditions If the cable s is damag...

Page 8: ...Eyelet Important To start the engine safely and easily whenever you use the machine install the recoil starter rope in the rope guide Hold the blade control bar to the upper handle and pull the recoil starter rope and thread it through the rope eyelet on the handle Filling the Engine with Oil Important Your machine does not come with oil in the engine Before starting the engine fill the engine wit...

Page 9: ...o engine manual Warning Danger Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive A fire or explosion from gasoline can burn you and others To prevent a static charge from igniting the gasoline place the container and or machine directly on the ground before filling not in a vehicle or on an object Fill the tank outdoors when the engine is cold Wipe up spills Do not handle gasoline when smoking or arou...

Page 10: ... Dealer Floating Handle Feature This is a unique feature that decreases operator fatigue With only the bottom shoulder bolts installed on the handle the handle will be in Floating Handle mode To obtain floating mode position Lift the handle slightly upward In this position the mower will move up and down over rough terrain however operator hands and arms will not move If operator does not desire t...

Page 11: ...cutting swaths instead of cutting a full swath with each pass For extremely heavy cutting reduce the width of cut by overlapping previously cut path and mow slowly Pores in cloth grass catchers can become filled with dirt and dust with use and catchers will Using Side Discharge 1 Remove grass bag and bagging chute 2 Install cover plate on mower Insert rear portion onto shoulder bolts push until co...

Page 12: ...l storage Y early Replace the blade or have it sharpened more frequently if the edge dulls quickly by an Authorized Saber Edge Dealer Refer to your Engine Operator s Manual for any additional yearly mainte nance procedures Preparing for maintenance 1 Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop 2 Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug before performing any maintenance procedur...

Page 13: ... the normal operating position 5 Slowly pour oil into the oil fill tube until the oil level reaches the FULL line on the dipstick Do not over fill 6 Wipe off dipstick end with a clean cloth 7 Insert the dipstick into the oil fill tube 8 Remove the dipstick and read the oil level on the dipstick Once it has reached the full line 9 Install the dipstick securely 10 Dispose of the used oil properly at...

Page 14: ... machine until the engine stops from running out of fuel 3 Allow the engine to run until it stops When you can no longer start the engine it is sufficiently dry 4 Disconnect the wire from the spark plug 5 Remove the spark plug add 1 oz 30 ml of oil through the spark plug hole and pull the starter rope slowly several times to distribute oil throughout the cylinder to prevent cylinder corrosion duri...

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