Swisher DT-40 Owners Manual

MANUFACTURING QUALITY LAWN CARE EQUIPMENT SINCE 1945

Owner’s

Manual

DT-40

40” Tine De-thatcher

IMPORTANT

Read and follow all

Safety Precautions

and Instructions

Before Operating this

Equipment.

Made In CHINA

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, PO BOX 67 , WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093

PH 660. 747. 8183 FAX [phone]

swisherinc.com

11781 REV. 05-340

LIMITED WARRANTY

The manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free
from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of One (1) year from the date of
purchase by the original consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion,
parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This warranty is subject to the
following limitations and exclusions:

1) Commercial Use This product is not intended for commercial use and
carries no commercial warranty.

2) Limitation This warranty applies only to products which have been
properly assembled, adjusted, and operated in accordance
with the instructions contained within this manual. This
warranty does not apply to any product of Swisher Mower
Co. Inc., that has been subject to alteration, misuse, abuse,
improper assembly or installation, shipping damage, or to
normal wear of the product.

3) Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal
adjustments, and normal maintenance.

In the event you have a claim under this warranty, you must return the product to an
authorized service dealer. All transportation charges, damage, or loss incurred during
transportation of parts submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty shall be borne
by the purchaser. Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact
us toll-free at 1-800-222-8183. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the
name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed
before any warranty claim can be processed.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME
PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some states do not
allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty
may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives
you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. This is
a limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATIONS

perly or if the user

nstructions before attempting to assemble or

know how to operate the vehicle before using

attachment, and do not allow adults to operate

ear substantial foot wear

gine at low speed, and gradually increase speed

tachment of this equipment. Be aware of

cle owner's manual concerning safe operation

terrain, along creeks and ditches and on

Remember, any power equipment can cause injury if operated impro
does not understand how to operate the equipment.

Exercise caution at all times when using power equipment.

1. Read this owners manual carefully for operating and service i
operate this equipment. Be thoroughly familiar with the proper use of this equipment.

2. Read the vehicle owners manual and vehicle safety rules, and
this equipment.

3. Never allow children to operate the tractor or de-thatcher
without proper instructions.

4. This de-thatcher attachment has sharp tine points. Always handle with care and w
when operating this de-thatcher.

5. Do not allow anyone to ride or sit on de-thatcher attachment frame or on towing vehicle.

6. Keep the area of operation clear of all persons, particularly small children and also pets.

7. Always begin with the transmission in first (low) gear and en
as conditions permit.

8. The vehicle braking and stability may be affected with the at
changing conditions on slopes. Refer to safety rules in the vehi
on slopes.

STAY OFF OF STEEP SLOPES.

9. Always operate up and down a slope, never across the face of a slope.

10. This equipment should be operated at reduced speed on rough
hillsides, to prevent tipping and loss of control. Do not drive too close to a creek or a ditch.

11. Do not tow this equipment on a highway or any other public thoroughfare.

12. Follow the maintenance instructions as outlined in this owners manual.

LOOSE PARTS IN CARTON

1 Tine Shield 6 Lift Plate
2 Spring Tines (10) 7 Hitch Brackets (2)
3 Lift Handle 8 Hitch Arm Mount Brackets (3)
4 Axle Brachet 9 Hitch Mount Arms (2)
5 Wheels (2) 10 Spring Alignment Wires (2)

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