Swisher FT1150 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL #:
L103-335001
FT1150
IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment.
50” UNIVERSAL MOUNT
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TRAILMOWER
For Vehicle Mounting Options See Details On Page-16
Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment
Rev. 05-193
Repair Parts
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
ONFT1150
Made In The
USA
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this
follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.
Read this manual completely. This machine can amputate hands, feet, and throw objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
Read the manual. Learn to operate this machine safely.
Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact
the spark plug, to prevent accidental starting the engine when setting up, transporting, adjusting or making repairs.
Keep all shields and guards in place.
Understand the speed, steering and stability of this machine. Know the positions
and operations of all controls before you operate this machine. Check all of the controls in a safe area before starting to work with this machine.
Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with these instructions to operate this machine. Never allow children to operate this machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. that can be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point at anyone. Stop the machine if anyone enters the mowing area. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. Keep children under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
No riders on this unit at any time.!
Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge
opening at all times.
Do not mow in reverse. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
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Turn off the blades when not mowing. Before leaving the machine, turn off the blades and stop the engine.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Do not operate the mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if
MOWER MAINTENANCE
negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or
manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in this manual should be checked at least once each season.
BEFORE EACH USE
Check engine oil level on a level surface. (Check twice to insure an accurate reading.)
Check condition of air filter; clean and replace as necessary.
Check blade operation; keep blades in good condition.
Check for loose fasteners and tighten them as needed.
AFTER EACH USE
Keep blades sharp.
Remove fresh grass clippings with garden hose.
Hardened grass clippings on underside should be scraped out with a putty knife.
Keep fluids at proper levels.
Cover unit to prevent rain or other debris build-up. Definitely cover the engine.
BEFORE AND/OR AFTER EACH SEASON
Replace the spark plug.
Clean or replace the air filter.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.
Check blades and belts for wear. Replace as necessary.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION! Do not store engine indoors or other poorly ventilated area. Keep engine away
from gas appliances where fumes could contact open flame, pilot lights, or sparks. If engine is to be stored for 30 or more days, prepare unit as follows:
Drain fuel outside into an approved container.
Start engine properly and run until unit is out of fuel.
Let engine cool.
Remove remaining gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming within the engine. Gum deposits can cause malfunction in the engine.
Store mower with blades disengaged to prevent belts from being permanently stretched.
BLADE CARE AND SERVICE
For best results cutter blades must be kept sharp. The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on the cutter.
spark plug wire before servicing unit.
Important: Mower blades are sharp always wear gloves. [ see page 3 ] Important: Replace blades that have been damaged or deeply nicked. Important: Check blade and spindle hardware on a regular basis to make sure nuts are tight.
Disconnect
Only a qualified mechanic should conduct any adjustments, disassembly or other kind of repairs.
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LIMITED WARRANTY
Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal adjustments,
this warranty, you must return the product to an authorized
service dealer. All transportation charges, damage, or loss incurred during transportation of parts
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The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Swisher
warranty claim can be
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
f 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
is a
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) Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products have a separate warranty extended to them by the individual engine manufacturer. Any engine service difficulty is the responsibility of the engine manufacturer and in no way is Swisher Mower Co., Inc. or its agents responsible for the engine warranty. The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-233-3723. The Tecumseh Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-558-5402.
2) Commercial Use The warranty period for any product used for commercial or rental is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.
3) Limitations 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.
4) Exclusions and normal maintenance.
In the event you have a claim under
submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty shall be borne by the purchaser. Shoul you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 1-800-222-
dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed before any processed.
allow the limitation o
specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. This limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.
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OPERATING YOUR MOWER
The operation of any mower can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye damage. Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting any cutting machine and while operating such a machine.
The operation of any cutter produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear. Ear protection is recommended.
CAUTION!
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity.
INTENDED USE
This trail mower is designed to produce a quality finish cut on lawns, golf courses, etc. It is not designed to clear brush or cut saplings. Your mower be should pushed in front of or be towed behind an ATV, a golf cart, lawn tractor, or another similar approved vehicle. It is not meant for speeds exceeding 5 MPH. Your mower should be kept clean and worn parts replaced promptly
and properly. of slopes, NEVER across the face. DO NOT MOW SLOPES GREATER THAN 15 DEGREES! (SEE DIAGRAM ON PAGE 15 )
FRONT MOUNTING MOWER TO VEHICLE—[figure 9 page-16]
Securely attach Mount Kit to vehicle. [ As shown in kit mounting instructions ]
Park vehicle at rear of mower.
Casters should be able to rotate freely 360 degrees
Using clips and washers attach mower to vehicle.
Fix console assembly securely to vehicle using enclosed Velcro strips with adhesive.
Fix wire harness tubing to hitches using Velcro straps.
WARNING:
Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
To avoid serious injury, operate your mower up and down the face
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STARTING THE ENGINE
t has been measured from the
See engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used. Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill.
Park vehicle and mower on a level surface, set the vehicle parking brake, and disengage blades.
Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel.
Check all electrical connections.
Make certain console assembly is secured to vehicle.
Set engine throttle control to the “CHOKE” position.
Turn key switch to the “START” position
Set engine throttle at desired RPM.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
Turn key switch to the “OFF” position.
BREAKING IN YOUR MOWER
Set vehicle parking brake or chock wheels to prevent accidental rolling.
Start engine.
Engage blades.
In a safely monitored environment, i.e. no children, allow blades to rotate and engine to
idle for 5 minutes. This breaks in the belts and the engine.
Stop mower.
CAUTION!
SHUT OFF MOWER ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE MOWER.
MOWER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
Never make any adjustments while mower is running.
The cutting range is approximately 1.5” to 4.5”. The heigh
ground to the blade tip without the engine running.
Rotate height adjust crank handles in a clockwise direction to lift the mower deck. A counter-clockwise direction is used to lower the mower deck.
Make sure the height adjustment is the same at side crank handles. For best results, see “SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICE” section. Graduated scales are for reference only, not the actual cutter height.
Place crank handle in a retracted position to maintain height adjustment.
START MOWING
Clear mowing area of debris.
Check vehicle to mower connection.
Start mower engine.
Engage clutch lever.
Begin mowing slowly.
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STOP MOWING
MOWER. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT THAT YOU ARE
NOT SURE IS CORRECT. DOING SO CAN CAUSE OTHER PROBLEMS.
Bring vehicle to a full stop.
Disengage clutch lever by moving lever to center position.
Turn key switch to “OFF” position.
TRANSPORTING MOWER
Never transport unit with engine running.
If transporting unattached from tow vehicle, remove spark plug wire and place it where
contact with the spark plug cannot be made.
SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES
Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and maximum material discharge.
Allow wet grass to dry. Clumps of wet grass will collect under the mowing deck.
Mowing should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe
mowing conditions permit. This speed should not exceed 5 MPH.
The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2.5” during the cool season and to over 3” during the hot months.
For a healthier lawn and better aesthetics, your lawn should be mowed often and after moderate growth.
When cutting high or dense grass areas go slowly. Some areas may need to be cut twice. The second cut should be at 90 degrees to the first, if possible.
Never remove more than 1/3 of the grass length at any one time
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING
The mower does not cut level.
o Level deck, making sure height adjustments are equal. o Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal (about 25-30 psi). o Check blade attachment.
The engine will not start.
o Disengage blades, turn switch to “OFF” position, check all electrical connections,
and inspect spark plug and wire.
Engine runs poorly.
o See engine manual. o Check throttle adjuster. o Replace fuel, clean fuel filter and fuel line.
IF PROBLEMS PERSIST HAVE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC SERVICE THE
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS
Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
OD15-Important Decal
OD45 – Warning Decal
Decal located On grass chute
[not shown]
OD33 – Speed Decal
OD10--BLADE ENGAGE DECAL
OD99- ON / OFF
DECAL
OD55 – Triangle Danger Decal
OD11­NO STEP DECAL
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FIGURE-1
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FRAME ASSEMBLY
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FIGURE 1
Item No. Description Part #
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# 12
1 Frame Weldment 5147TK 2 Caster Weldment 5072 3 Tire & Wheel NO Tread 4.10x3.5-5 5057 4 Bearing, Flanged 3/4 ID CB58 5 3/4 Push Nut BLK Plastic NB-687 6 3/4ID X 1 1/4OD 10 GA. Washer NB-195 7 1/8 X 1 Cotter Pin NB-126 8 Sway Bar Right 3664
9 Sway Bar Left 3665 10 Stepped Hgt. Adj. Bushing 10579 11 1/2-13 X 7 3/4 Eye Bolt 10038
12 Height Adj. Assembly H7NTK
13 5/16 PAL NUT NB276 14 KNOB H7K 15 CRANK ROD ES214 16 HEIGHT ADJ. TUBE ES225
? Did You Know ?
In 1956 Swisher Mower & Machine Co. introduced the first zero turning radius riding mower. The design of this 3-wheeled mower included safety features ahead of its time. In January 2000, it was named one of the century’s top inventions by Popular Mechanics Magazine.
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FIGURE 2
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TZ2S Spring
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DECK ASSEMBLY
Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part #
1 50" Deck Weldment 5158TK 18 5/16-18 X 4 Carriage Bolt NB-101 2 Engage Cable Mount 5095TK 19 3/8 SAE Washer NB-272 3 Grass Chute Mount 6030TK 20 3/8-16 X 1 1/2 HCC GR5 Bolt NB-107 4 Grass Chute Weldment 3773TK 26 Idler Pulley OD-3.25", ID-3/8" B527 5 BELT COVER 5103TK 31 Washer NB-177 6 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut NB-281 32 Washer NB-272 7 1/2-13 Hex Nut NB-121 33 3/8-16 Nylok Nut Jam NB-182 8 Chute Spring 9100 34 Engine Idler 5115TK
9 Anti-Scalp Roller AS-001 35 Anti - Scalp Roller AS-001 10 3/8-16 Lock Nut NB-280 36 5/16 - 18 X 3/4'' Bolt NB596 11 1/2-13 X 3 HCC GR5 Bolt NB-131 12 5/16-18 X 8 1/2 HCC GR2 Bolt NB-136 14 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB-181 15 1/2-13 X 2 HCC GR5 ZP NB-509 16 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut NB-281 17 3/8-16 X 5 1/2 GR5 ZP NB-575
FIGURE 2
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Console Assembly
Item No. Description Part #
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1 Console Weldment 5136TK 2 Clutch Cable Clevis 9023MOD 3 T Handle 4463TK 4 Link for Console 4461TK 5 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Torx Pan ZP NB-591 6 1/4 SAE Washer NB-274 7 1/4 X 1 1/2 Clevis Pin NB-518 8 3/32 X 3/4 Cotter Pin NB-597
9 5/16-18 Jam Nut NB-181 10 1/4-20 X 1 1/4 HCC GR5 ZP NB-560 11 1/4-20 Nylok Nut NB-180 12 Key Switch KSM
13 Throttle Cover [painted ] 5135TK 14 8 X3/8 Sheet Metal Screw NB137 15 8-32 Kep Nut NB201 16 8-32 x 1/2 Phil Truss NB197
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Wiring Harness WHBP50
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BELT CONFIGURATION
3752
Figure 5
(112” Belt)
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T 39
(39” Belt)
WHBP50
(Complete Wiring
Harness)
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SET-UP
Figure 6
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BLADE DRIVER
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Center Blade
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Driver
Configuration
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Outer Blade
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Driver
Configuration
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Blade Driver Assy.
9058- 5.75” (Center Shaft)
9018- 4.25” (Outer Shafts)
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Item No. Description Part #
1 Center Shaft 9054
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2 Blade Bearing B98 3 Bearing Housing 9057TK 4 Pulley Spacer 6065PM 5 Blade Mount Plate 9008 6 17 1/2" Blade 5059 7 Blade Pulley- 5.5" 6114 8 Blade Pulley- 5" 3785
9 SP Washer Bellvl. PLN .413 X .945 X .118 NB-607 10 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer NB-179 11 3/4-16 Jam Nut NB-175 12 3/8-24 X 1 Bolt NB-238 13 3/8-24 X 1 Engine Bolt Locktite NB-238N 14 1/4-20 X 3/4 HCC GR5 ZP NB-250 15 1/4-20 Nylok Nut NB-180 16 3/8-16 2-Way Lock Nut NB-216 17 Housing Blade Bearing Short B99EC 18 L&R Shaft 9076 19 BELLEVILLE WASHER AS155 20 Washer B98W
Item No. Description Part #
21 Idler Bushing 6037 22 Idler Tension Spring TZ2S 23 5/16-18 X 3 1/2 Eye Bolt NB315 24 Idler Pulley OD-3.25", ID-3/8" B527 25 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 GR5 ZP NB618 26 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut NB280 27 3/8-16 X 2 1/4 HTC GR5 ZP NB693 28 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 29 3/8 SAE Washer NB272 30 3/8-16 Nylok Nut Jam NB207 31 3/8-16 Nut NB174 32 Idler Arm 6041TK 33 Washer 6040
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MOTOR BASE ASSEMBLY
Figure 3
Item No. Description Part #
1 Motor Base 5102TK
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2 Heat Shield 5094TK 3 Belt Guard 5097TK 4 Anti-Scalp Roller AS-001 5 3/8-16 X 5 1/2 GR5 ZP NB-575 6 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut NB-182 7 1/4-20 HX NUT NB-139 8 1/4-20 X 1 NB-102
9 1/4-20 Hx Nut ZP NB-134 10 5/16-18 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP NB-253 11 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB-170
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ENGINE SET-UP
FIGURE 4
Item No. Description Part #
13 11- HP B&S Engine N/A 14 3/8-24 X 1 Engine Bolt Locktite NB-452N 15 Washer Belleville 699 16 1/4 X 1 Key Stock 9031 17 Engine Pulley- 5.5" 688 18 Engine Pulley Spacer Short 689S 19 Engine Pulley Spacer Long 689L 20 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 BOLT NB515 21 5/16 SAE Washer NB275 22 5/16-18 Flge. Nut NB170 23 Belt Guide 6000 24 Washer TR150W 25 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181
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Attachment Options
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Attaching unit to operate in the front mount position
(Quick Switch Mount kit sold separately)
Item No. Description Part #
TM
Detail-1 , 3
1 Mount Pin 5153TK 2 3/16 Click Pin NB506 3 3/4 ID Washer NB195
FIGURE 9
Quick Switch Mount kit
Detail-1 PART# 2646
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TM
Detail-3 PART# 9146
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REPAIR PARTS
Your 50’’ Trailmower has been produced with components designed specific to this machine. Although standard V-belts, springs, bearings, blades, pulleys, hardware, etc. look similar to parts used on other machinery, they may in some cases be made of a different construction and/or materials.
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? Did You Know ?
Swisher ATV Quick Switch
TM
Swisher Log Splitters
System
Swisher products pioneered tag along type residential mowers in the 1980’s with its 40’’ Trailmower. Today, Swisher offers a full line of products which include log splitters, and a wide range of ATV accessories.
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Notes
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Maintenance Log
Date Oil Changed
Date Changed Belts
Date Blades Sharpen or Changed
Notes
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OWNER’S MANUAL
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50” UNIVERSAL MOUNT
TRAILMOWER
Each mower has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. The model number for the mower will be found on the right hand side of the drive belt housing. The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the valve cover. All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co., Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the
engine supplied with your mower
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FT1150
WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE:
* PRODUCT – 50” UNIVERSAL MOUNT * SERIAL NUMBER - _______________ * MODEL NUMBER - _______________ * ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - _______________
TYPE - _______________ * PART NUMBER WITH PAINT CODE * PART DESCRIPTION
TELEPHONE - 1-800-222-8183 FAX - 1-660-747-8650
SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO., INC.
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE P.O. BOX 67 WARRENSBURG, MO 64093
SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. ,INC.
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