Sabre 1842GV, Operator'S Manual

Page 1: ...e Worldwide Commercial And Consumer Equipment Division OMM138147 J8 English J8 Sabre Yard Tractors 1842GV and 1842HV 1848GV and 1848HV Serial No 020 001 OPERATOR S MANUAL North American Version Litho...

Page 2: ...their U S customary equivalents RIGHT HAND and LEFT HAND 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 p...

Page 3: ...Introduction INTRODUCTION Briggs Stratton Engine Information Located on Rear of Tractor Located on Engine Code Type Model M88555 Vehicle Serial Number M88589...

Page 4: ...and Consumer Equipment Division Horicon WI All rights reserved Previous Editions COPYRIGHT 1997 Assembly 1 Safety Signs 8 Controls 11 Operating the Machine 13 Operating the Mower 30 Replacement Parts...

Page 5: ...n 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 St...

Page 6: ...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...

Page 7: ...ll 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 i...

Page 8: ...leum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion Make sure connection is tight cCAUTION Prevent Battery Explosions Keep sparks lighted matches and open flame away from the top of battery...

Page 9: ...r 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...

Page 10: ...reak In Electric PTO Clutch 1 Start engine and push throttle lever A up to full throttle r position 2 With no load on mower ENGAGE PTO B and allow mower to run for 10 seconds 3 DISENGAGE PTO and wait...

Page 11: ...nt 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 an...

Page 12: ...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 behin...

Page 13: ...tractor frame DANGER POISON SHIELD EYES 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...

Page 14: ...IRE 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...

Page 15: ...witch D Choke Knob E Throttle Lever F Battery Discharge Light G Cut Height Adjustment Lever Foot and Panel Controls Gear Models 1842GV and 1848GV A Park Brake Lever B Brake Pedal C Gear Shift Lever D...

Page 16: ...ls Page 12 CONTROLS 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 M88563 A B C D M88...

Page 17: ...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...

Page 18: ...s 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...

Page 19: ...our 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 bla...

Page 20: ...veline is stopped before getting near it Transport Safely Use safety lights and devices Slow moving machines when driven on public roads are hard to see especially at night Avoid personal injury or de...

Page 21: ...old 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...

Page 22: ...tic Model Shown 6 Turn 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 e...

Page 23: ...y B to OFF position 3 Remove key 4 LOCK the park brake Using and Stopping Gear Transmission TO TRAVEL FORWARD 1 Push down on clutch pedal A 2 Move shift lever B to desired forward gear 3 Release clutc...

Page 24: ...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 1 UNLOCK park brake See Using the Pa...

Page 25: ...ob 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...

Page 26: ...B in N Neutral AUTOMATIC MODEL Pull out on free wheeling lever C Push machine to desired location NOTE AUTOMATIC MODEL Push free wheeling lever C IN before operating tractor Daily Operating Checklist...

Page 27: ...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 n...

Page 28: ...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 cir...

Page 29: ...O 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...

Page 30: ...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 plas...

Page 31: ...ger or dumpcart Remove front wheel weights when not required Using Rear Wheel Weights Use of rear wheel weights is recommended when an attachment such as snowthrower or blade is used IMPORTANT This tr...

Page 32: ...lever fastener on outside of tire and cross link hooks A facing upward and away from tire 4 Adjust chain for straightness and an even amount of cross chain links on each side of tire 5 Place the firs...

Page 33: ...ng Do not tow machine Use a heavy duty trailer to transport your machine Drive forward onto trailer Lower mower or any attachment to trailer deck LOCK park brake Be sure trailer has all the necessary...

Page 34: ...ow under conditions where traction or stability is doubtful First test drive area with PTO switch DISENGAGED and mower lowered Slow down when you travel over rough ground Avoid Injury From Contacting...

Page 35: ...ack towards you until it latches Adjusting Cutting Height NOTE Adjust cutting height after you change cutting height See Adjusting Mower Gage Wheels in this section Cutting height can be adjusted from...

Page 36: ...uld be approximately 6 13 mm 1 4 1 2 in from the ground when properly adjusted Adjusting Mower Level Side to Side NOTE A deck leveling gauge Part Number TY15272 to aid in deck leveling may be obtained...

Page 37: ...and turn right blade parallel to axle 7 Measure from each outside blade tip A to the level surface The difference between measurements must not be more than 3 mm 1 8 in NOTE Adjustable lift links are...

Page 38: ...ward 8 Hold drive belt and turn right blade straight forward 9 Measure from the front of each blade tip to the level surface The front blade tips must be 6 9 mm 1 4 3 8 in lower than rear blade tips o...

Page 39: ...ransmission or the REVERSE foot pedal is depressed Automatic transmission with attachment engaged 5 Disengage PTO before shifting to REVERSE Disengaging Mower 1 Push PTO switch A down to DISENGAGE mow...

Page 40: ...2 Push PTO switch down to DISENGAGE mower 3 Move throttle lever to SLOW t position 4 Lower mower to the ground 5 LOCK park brake 6 STOP engine 7 Remove key 8 Wait for all moving parts to STOP cCAUTION...

Page 41: ...Parts for Tractor and Mower Deck ITEM PART NUMBER Air Cleaner Elements Foam Paper LG272490 LG394018 Battery AM121593 Fuel Filter LG493629 Oil Filter AM125424 Spark Plug TY6129 Fuse 15 amp 99M7065 Lev...

Page 42: ...e use the Order Form in the John Deere SERVICE LITERATURE section Gage Wheel Assembly Gage Wheels 2 required Bolts Nuts Bushings Washers M111489 19M7274 14M7396 M111491 M110698 Throttle Cable AM124424...

Page 43: ...ecurely support any machine elements that must be raised for service work Keep all parts in good condition and properly installed Fix damage immediately Replace worn or broken parts Remove any buildup...

Page 44: ...ed oil fuel coolant brake fluid and batteries can harm the environment and people DO NOT use beverage containers for waste fluids someone may drink from them See your local Recycling Center or John De...

Page 45: ...wer in extreme heat dust or other severe conditions service more often than shown below Service to be Performed Intervals in Hours Before Each Use Every 25 Every 50 Every 100 Every 200 Yearly Test saf...

Page 46: ...ICE INTERVAL CHART After Each Use Clean debris from engine especially air intake screen Remove belt shields clean belt area check belts Be sure shields are secure Clean under deck Inspect blades Check...

Page 47: ...manufacturer and should not require any adjustments If engine is operated at altitudes above 1829 m 6 000 ft some carburetors may require a special high altitude main jet See your John Deere dealer Po...

Page 48: ...actor on a level surface 2 STOP engine 3 Lift hood 4 Remove dipstick A Wipe with clean cloth 5 Install dipstick in tube tighten dipstick remove dipstick and check oil level 6 Oil must be between ADD a...

Page 49: ...leaks before operating Changing Engine Oil Filter 1 STOP engine and remove key 2 Drain engine oil and replace with fresh oil See Changing Engine Oil in this section 3 Wipe debris and dirt from around...

Page 50: ...8 Put approximately 30 ml 1 oz of clean engine oil onto precleaner Squeeze precleaner to distribute oil evenly Squeeze out excess oil with a clean cloth 9 Remove and replace filter element C ONLY if...

Page 51: ...Fuel Filter NOTE Change filter when fuel is low in fuel tank 1 Park tractor on a level surface 2 STOP engine Remove key Let engine COOL 3 Lift hood 4 Using pliers slide hose clamps A away from fuel fi...

Page 52: ...h the left rear side of the fuel tank The automatic transmission reservoir can be seen through the sight hole 4 Check FULL B and ADD C marks on the reservoir bottle which will indicate if fluid needs...

Page 53: ...ease Greases meeting Military Specification MIL G 10924C may be used as arctic grease cCAUTION To avoid injury before you unplug adjust or service mower DISENGAGE PTO switch to stop mower blades Wait...

Page 54: ...pindles 42 Inch Mower Deck Lubricate both mower spindles grease fittings A with Multipurpose EP Grease or an equivalent 48 Inch Mower Deck Lubricate three mower spindles grease fittings A with Multipu...

Page 55: ...ssary 2 Disconnect idler spring B 3 Remove mower belt C 4 Clean upper mower deck and sheaves 5 Inspect belt for wear or damage replace as necessary 6 Install belt C on mower deck as shown 7 Connect id...

Page 56: ...and disconnect idler spring C 3 Remove mower belt D 4 Clean upper mower deck and sheaves 5 Inspect belt for wear or damage replace as necessary 6 Install belt D on mower deck as shown 7 Connect idler...

Page 57: ...ace as necessary INSTALLING MOWER BLADES 1 Lightly lubricate cap screw threads with a general purpose grease or oil This lubrication is to prevent rusting and seizing 2 Install deflector cup D on spin...

Page 58: ...deflector cup D on spindle 3 Position mower blade C with the cutting edge towards the ground onto the mower spindle 4 Install blade washers B and make sure 2 index marks E are visible when installed...

Page 59: ...64 in cutting edge B Balancing Blades 1 Clean blade 2 Put blade on nail in vise or on vertical wall stud Turn blade to horizontal position 3 If blade is not balanced heavy end of blade will drop 4 Gr...

Page 60: ...ttery 6 Install the battery following these steps in reverse order See Connect the Battery in the Assembly section cCAUTION Sulfuric acid in battery electrolyte is poisonous It is strong enough to bur...

Page 61: ...e battery with clean water Let dry 7 Clean terminals and battery cable ends with wire brush until bright 8 Apply petroleum jelly or silicone spray to terminal to prevent corrosion 9 Reinstall battery...

Page 62: ...ndition to take a charge cCAUTION BE VERY CAREFUL Battery fluid electrolyte is a solution of water and sulfuric acid It is very harmful to eyes skin or clothing Wear goggles or an eye shield when you...

Page 63: ...f positive booster cable to vehicle battery positive post A 3 Connect negative booster cable to booster battery negative post C 4 Connect the other end of negative booster cable B to engine ground awa...

Page 64: ...hood 2 Push in and turn bulb socket A 1 4 turn counterclockwise to remove 3 Replace defective bulb s with a new bulb 4 Insert bulb socket into housing push in and turn 1 4 turn clockwise to install 5...

Page 65: ...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 explos...

Page 66: ...revent fires clean oil grease and dirt from machine Clean up spilled fuel immediately Do not store machine with fuel in tank in a building where fumes may reach an open flame or spark To prevent fire...

Page 67: ...d starting properties so they are blended differently As a result you may experience hard starting or other performance problems during cold weather if you use fuel remaining from summer uses Oxygenat...

Page 68: ...ittle as a few weeks by using stale oxygenated fuel No stabilizer will work with stale fuel any fuel that is more than 30 days old See Preparing Your Engine For Storage in this section for information...

Page 69: ...ases meeting Military Specification MIL G 10924C may be used as arctic grease Lubricating Front Wheel Spindles Wheel Bearings and Front Axle Pivot Lubricate front wheel spindles A wheel bearings B one...

Page 70: ...wipe dry plastic surface with hand or towel 1 Before washing rinse hood and entire machine with clean water to remove dirt and dust that may scratch the surface 2 Wash plastic surface with clean wate...

Page 71: ...tic surfaces without drying first Hard to remove water spots will be left DO NOT use solvents or commercial cleaners DO NOT use power buffers to remove wax DO NOT spray insect repellent near machine I...

Page 72: ...ubbing compound to avoid removing paint 3 Apply wax to entire surface Deep Scratches bare metal or primer showing 1 Clean area to be repaired with rubbing alcohol or mineral spirits 2 Use paint stick...

Page 73: ...of mower 5 Lower mower to MOWING lower position bring deck down onto blocks 6 Release drive belt tension rod B from bracket C 7 Remove belt from engine drive sheave D 8 Pull out and push down on leve...

Page 74: ...er Page 70 REMOVING MOWER 9 Disconnect draft arms one on each side by pulling spring loaded J pins G out 10 Put mower lift lever in the TRANSPORT upper position 11 Slide mower out from under the tract...

Page 75: ...ont 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 9 Put mower drive...

Page 76: ...nnections PTO knob is in ON position Fuse is blown Spark plug wire is loose or disconnected Engine Runs Unevenly Cooling fins plugged Loose electrical connections Choke or throttle cable sticking Air...

Page 77: ...l in engine Dirty air cleaner Faulty spark plug Engine Knocks Low engine speed Stale or low octane fuel Engine overloaded Oil level low Engine Backfires Faulty spark plug Operator raising off seat Shu...

Page 78: ...tatic Control In Neutral Linkage out of adjustment IF CHECK Starter Does Not Work Or Will Not Turn Engine Brake pedal not down PTO knob in ON position Battery terminals corroded Battery dead or low ch...

Page 79: ...ow tire pressure Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly Bent blade s Uneven Cut Mower not level Travel speed too fast Blades dull Mower gauge wheels not adjusted correctly Tire pressure Requires Hi...

Page 80: ...ged Models 1842HV and 1848HV Normal condition See Using Reverse Implement Option in the OPERATING section Mower or other attachment Stops When gear shift lever is moved to the R REVERSE position and A...

Page 81: ...and pulleys 6 Apply light coat of engine oil to pivot and wear points to prevent rust 7 Lubricate grease points 8 Make sure tires are properly inflated cCAUTION Engine exhaust fumes can cause sicknes...

Page 82: ...ank 1 Park tractor in a well ventilated area 2 Engage park brake and disengage PTO 3 Turn on engine and allow to run until it runs out of fuel 4 Turn key to OFF position 5 Continue with Preparing Engi...

Page 83: ...ICAL section 11 Store the battery in a cool dry place where it will not freeze 12 Store the vehicle in a dry protected place If vehicle is stored outside put a waterproof cover over it Removing Machin...

Page 84: ...al Stage Engine Automatic Models 1842HV and 1848HV Engine Model Number Briggs Stratton Model No 350777 Horsepower 13 4 kW 18 hp Displacement 570 cc 34 7 cu in Crankcase Capacity w o oil filter 1 42 L...

Page 85: ...ansaxle Automatic Models 1842HV and 1848HV Model Torq Model K 61 Drive Train Transaxle with foot controlled variable speed drive Travel Speed Forward 0 8 5 km h 0 5 3 mph Travel Speed Reverse 0 3 5 km...

Page 86: ...ng Width 1067 mm 42 in Mower Deck 48 Inch Blades Rotary 3 Blade Bolt Torque 84 N m 62 lb ft Cutting Height Approx 25 102 mm 1 4 in Blade Length 423 mm 16 6 in Cutting Width 1219 mm 48 in Recommended L...

Page 87: ...and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards In other states new 1997 and later model year equipment engines must be designed built and equipped at the time of sale to meet the U S E...

Page 88: ...omer Communications Center 1 800 537 8233 JOHN DEERE EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY COVERAGE LENGTH OF WARRANTY COVERAGE John Deere warrants to the initial owner and each subsequent purchaser that t...

Page 89: ...riod Any such part repaired or replaced under the warranty shall be warranted for the remaining warranty period b Any warranted part which is scheduled only for regular inspection to the effect of rep...

Page 90: ...ment parts or accessories not conforming to John Deere specifications which adversely affect performance and or durability v alterations or modifications not recommended or approved in writing by John...

Page 91: ...a credit for unused months of service The applicable adjustment period is determined from the Warranty Code printed at the top of the battery and chart below Installation costs are not covered by warr...

Page 92: ...authority to make any representation or promise on behalf of John Deere or to modify the terms or limitations of this warranty in any way PRO RATA MONTHS OF ADJUSTMENT NOTE If your battery is not lab...

Page 93: ...des Servicing Mower Removing and Installing 53 Blades Sharpening 55 Brake Using the Park 17 Bulbs Replacing 60 C Carburetor Adjusting 43 Certification Label 10 Chains Using and Installing Tire 28 Clea...

Page 94: ...Light Check Battery Discharge 17 Lubricating Mower Spindles 50 Lubricating Wheel Spindles and Axle Pivot 65 M Metal Surfaces Painted 68 Mower Level Front to Rear Adjusting 34 Mower Level Side to Side...

Page 95: ...93 Service Safety 39 Spark Plugs Checking 47 Specifications 80 Storage Preparing Engine for 78 Storage Preparing Machine for 77 Storage Removing Machine from 79 Storing Safety 77 T Test 1 7 Safety 23...

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Page 99: ...manual then go to Step 2 A Your SABRE Service Center can answer your questions resolve problems and fulfill your parts and service needs C If the parts and service people are unable to resolve your p...

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