Swisher POL14560A, POL14560AEX, POL14560A-CA User Manual

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OWNER’S
MANUAL

STARTING SERIAL #:

L113-060001

MODEL NO.

FC14560BS

FC14560BS-CA

FC14560BSXP

FC18560BS

FC18560BS-CA

FC18560BSXP

POL14560A

POL14560A-CA

POL14560AEX

IMPORTANT

Read and follow all

Safety Precautions

and Instructions

before operating this

equipment.

60” FINISH CUT

TRAIL MOWER

Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts

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18028 REV 13-060

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE., WARRENSBURG MO 64093

Made In The

USA

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) Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products has 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 or its agents responsible
for the engine warranty. The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service
Hot Line is 1-800-233-3723.

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

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 that has been subject
to alteration, misuse, abuse, improper assembly or installation,
shipping damage, or to normal wear of the product.

4) 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

Keep

This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this
manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message that
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.
children under the watchful care of another responsible adult.

• No riders!

• 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.

• 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 the mower vibrates

excessively. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage. Repair mower as necessary.

• Dress properly. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes

with good traction when mowing.

• Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

• Operate self-propelled machines up and down slopes. There is significant risk of overturns when operating

across slopes. Operate walk-behind machines across slopes. There is a significant risk of slipping under a
walk-behind machine when operating up and down slopes. Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.

• Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.

• Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair, if necessary, before restarting.

• Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running.

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SAFETY DECALS

Replace decals immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher.

OD11- No step Decal

OD45- Warning Decal

OD43- Flying Debris Decal

OD55- Triangle Danger Decal

OD33- Speed Decal

OD29- Danger Decal

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REQUIRED ASSEMBLY

Part 662 slides into the front tube of the frame. Again, choose from the 3 holes to arrange

FRONT WHEEL CASTER ASSEMBLY

1. Remove single nut and washers from caster shaft.

2. Place one washer on the shaft of the caster/wheel subassembly.

3. Slide same shaft through the bearing/frame with wheel towards the ground.

4. Place the other washer on the shaft; it should be resting on the top bearing.

5. Add thin washer (17x195).

6. Thread nyloc jam nut onto shaft.

7. Tighten nut snuggly, making sure shaft threads enter the nyloc of the nut. Over-

tightening of this nut will bind caster.

8. Repeat process for other front side.

9. Push on plastic dust covers over nut and thin washer until it snaps into place.

REAR WHEEL ASSEMBLY

1. Remove cotter pin from axle.

2. Slide washer (NB178) if necessary and wheel (valve stem out) onto axle and replace

cotter pin.

3. Slide on washer (NB149) and replace cotter pin.

4. Bend cotter pin so it will not fall out.

5. Repeat process for other wheel.

OFFSET & CENTER TOW HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY

1. Lay out parts according to the diagram.

2. Insert part 661A into part 662 and pin with the hitch pin (H11).

3. Insert part 661 into part 661A. Choose from the 3 holes to set the desired hitch length.

Pin with a hitch pin.

4.

desired offset. Pin with a hitch pin (H11).

5. Eliminate step 3 for hitching from the center bracket. Only one method can be used at a

time.

Position battery hold

Battery Mounting Detail

down bracket as shown.
Tighten nuts so battery
will not shift position.

*Battery cover not shown

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