Swisher T1260, T1360 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
FROM SERIAL #96­354001 TO L199-307000
MODEL NO. T1260 T1360
60” UNIVERSAL TRAILMOWER
Rev.05-193
P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
10829
Repair Parts
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 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 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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Safety Rules
Keep your eyes and mind on your mower
cidents, which can result in
Safe Operation Practices for Trailmowers
Important: This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet, and throwing objects. Failure to observe safety instructions could result in serious injury or death.
I. General Operation
Read, understand, and follow all instructions in the manual and on the machine before starting.
Read this operator’s manual carefully. Become familiar with the controls and know how to operate your mower properly.
Only allow responsible adults, who are familiar with the instructions, to operate the machine.
Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. which could be picked up and thrown by the blade.
Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing. Stop machine if anyone enters the area.
Never carry passengers.
Do not mow in reverse unless absolutely
necessary. Always look down and behind before and while backing.
Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point it at anyone. Do not operate mower without the guards in place.
Slow down before turning.
Never leave a running machine
unattended. Always turn off blades and stop engine.
Turn off blades when not mowing.
Mow only in daylight or good artificial
light.
Do not operate the machine under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways.
Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck.
Do not attempt to operate the tow vehicle when not in the driver’s seat
Disengage power to mower, stop engine when transporting or not in use.
Exercise special care when mowing around fixed objects in order to prevent the blades from striking them. Never deliberately run mower onto or over any foreign object.
Use mower only as the manufacturer intended and as described in the manual.
Do not operate the mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner. Always have damage repaired before using your mower.
Always wear safety glasses or eye shields when starting and while using your mower.
Dress properly. Do not operate mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing.
Always make cutting height adjustments before starting your mower. Never attempt to do this while the engine is running.
and the area being cut.
Do not let other interests distract you.
Do not put hands or feet near or under
rotating parts. Keep clear of the discharge opening at all times.
Before cleaning, inspecting, or repairing your mower, stop the engine and make absolutely sure the blade and all moving parts have stopped. Then disconnect the spark plug wire and keep it away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting.
Do not operate your mower if it vibrates abnormally. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage: stop the engine, safely check for the cause of vibration and repair as required.
Never operate your mower without proper guards, plates, or other safety devices in place.
II. Slope Operation
Slopes are a major factor related to loss-of­control and tip over ac severe injury or death. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on it, do not mow it.
DO:
Mow up and down slopes.
Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree
limbs, etc.
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Watch for holes, ruts or bumps. Uneven
IV. Service
Caution:
Caution:
wire and place it where it cannot
contact the spark plug in order to
setting up, transporting, adjusting
terrain could overturn the machine. Tall grass can hide obstacles.
Use slow speed. Choose a low gear so that you will not have to stop or shift while on the slope.
Keep all movement on the slopes slow and gradual. Do not make sudden changes in speed or direction.
Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If tires lose traction, disengage the blades and proceed slowly straight down the slope.
DO NOT:
Do not turn on slopes unless necessary,
And then turn slowly and gradually
and the turn slowly and gradually downhill if possible.
Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches or embankments. The mower could suddenly turn over if a wheel is over the edge of a cliff or ditch, or if an edge caves in.
Do not mow on wet grass. Reduced traction could cause sliding.
III. Children
Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of another responsible adult.
Be alert and turn machine off if children enter the area.
Before and when backing, look behind and down for small children.
Never carry children. They may fall off and be seriously injured or interfere with safe machine operation.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Use extra card when approaching blind
Use extra care when approaching blind
corners, shrubs, trees or other objects that may obscure vision.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never
assume that children will remain where you last saw them.
Use extra care handling gasoline and other fuels. They are flammable and vapors are explosive.
o Use only an approved container. o Never remove gas cap or add fuel
with the engine running.
o Allow engine to cool before refueling.
Do not smoke.
o Never refuel the machine indoors. o Never store the machine or fuel
container where there is an open flame, such as a gas water heater.
Never run a machine inside a closed area.
Keep nuts and bolts, especially blade
attachment nuts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.
Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly.
Keep machine free of grass, leaves, or other debris build-up. Clean oil or fuel spillage. Allow machine to cool before storing.
Stop and inspect the equipment if you strike an object. Repair if necessary before restarting.
Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade(s) or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them.
Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME
ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!!!
Always disconnect spark plug
prevent accidental starting when
or making repairs.
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS
Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
OD42 Warning Decal
OD43 Danger Decal
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS
Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
44 Caution Decal
OD
OD
45 Danger Decal
OD
OD
47 No Step Decal
48 Blade Decal
46 Speed Decal
OD OD
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49 Engine Power Decal
The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the
shields before starting your mower and while mowing. We recommend wide vision
Caution:
Operating Your New Mower
Caution:
without both safety tethers
Caution:
mower without
Caution:
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye
safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
Stopping
Move blade clutch lever to disengage position.
Turn key switch to the OFF position.
Attaching Mower to Tow Vehicle
Place mower behind tractor and back tractor up to it for attaching.
Slide tow bar of mower over tractor drawbar so that holes line up.
Insert hitch pin until it extends through the bottom of the tow bar.
Place safety latch over end of the hitch pin. The red tether is used to manually disengage the blades in normal operation, and automatic disengage the blades if the tow vehicle becomes separated from the Trailmower.
A black tether is used to manually engage the blades of the Trailmower without leaving the operator position.
It is important that you securely attach both the blade engage and disengage tether to the tow vehicle.
Never operate this mower
securely attached to the tow vehicle.
Transporting Your Mower
Disengage blades.
Shut off mower engine.
Place mower deck in the highest cutting
position.
Starting to Mow
Adjust mower cutting height.
Start mower engine.
Move throttle to RUN position.
Move mower blade clutch lever to the engaged
position to start mower blades.
Never operate the both discharge chute cover in
the
place.
Mower Height Adjustment
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
The mowing height range is approximately 1­1/2 to 4-1/2 inches. The heights are measured from the ground to the blade tip with the engine
not
running.
The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool season and to over 3 inches during hot months. For healthier and better-looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 5 inches in height should be mowed twice. Make the first cut relatively high, the second to desired height.
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Caution:
Shut off mower and remove
Caution:
Caution:
Caution:
spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Cutting Height Adjustments
Rotate height adjust crank handles (item #8 and #5 in fig. 4) in a clockwise direction to raise the mower and in a counter-clockwise direction to lower.
Make sure that height adjustment is the same on both sides of the mower, as indicated by the graduated scales on the height adjustment tubes.
NOTE: Graduated scales are for reference only.
Front to Back Adjustment
To obtain the best cutting results, the mower housing should be adjusted so that the front is approximately ¼” to ¾” lower that the rear. To check for front to back adjustment, measure from the bottom edge of the deck to the ground at both the front and rear of the deck.
Tow Hitch Offset Assembly
This Trailmower has been designed to run offset from the center of the tow vehicle to provide additional cutting width. (Refer to fig. 2 for assembly information)
The adjustable tow hitch of this mower can be assembled in several positions from straight to 58” offset to either side.
We recommend when towing with a tow vehicle equipped with a mid mount mower to offset the Trailmower to overlap the cut of the mid mount mower by 6”. This will need to be adjusted depending on the type of terrain, obstacles, and the tow vehicle being used.
If your tow vehicle is not equipped with a mid mount mower the hitch can be adjusted to a straight position, but we recommend using the offset position to eliminate grass being crushed by the tow vehicle.
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Tow Hitch Offset Assembly
Please refer to figure 2 for the assembly of the hitch bar.
Before Starting Engine
Fill engine with oil. (See engine manual for proper procedure and requirements.)
Add gasoline. Fill tank using fresh clean unleaded gasoline.
Fill to bottom of fuel tank filler neck. Do not overfill; wipe off spilled oil or fuel. Do not store, spill or use gasoline near open flame
To Start Engine
Keep the blade clutch lever in “Disengaged” position when starting engine
Make sure spark plug wire is properly
connected. Place throttle control in “Choke” position if the
engine is cold. A warm engine may not require choking to start.
Turn key to start position. Release key immediately when engine starts.
When engine starts, move throttle control to the “Run” position. (Full throttle)
Allow engine to warm up for a few minutes before engaging blades.
NOTE: If at high altitude (above 3000 ft) or in cold temperatures (below 32° F), the carburetor fuel mixture may need to be adjusted for best performance. (See service and adjustments section of engine manual.)
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Breaking in Your Mower
Break in your belts, pulleys, and engine before you
Suggested Mowing Practices
While your mower will cut grass taller than 5”,
the horsepower required and some change in
you may have to mow the area twice, the first
found if the second mowing is at a right angle
material. Regulate ground speed by selecting
Caution:
Caution:
Caution:
actually begin mowing.
Start engine, engage blade control to start blades rotating and allow blades to rotate for approximately five minutes to break in mower and engine.
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Mowing should be started with tractor in low gear and speed increased only as mowing conditions will safely permit. This speed should not exceed 3-1/2 MPH.
Better mowing results will be obtained in grassy areas if they are mowed when the grass is approximately 4-5” maximum height.
you will experience a substantial increase in
finished appearance of the area mowed. Mowing conditions will vary from place to
place, including the types of grass that are being mowed, such as fine stalk, coarse stalk, dense or sparse grasses. When mowing tall grass, you may find that the pressure of wheel tracks may cause certain grasses to be pushed downward and will not be mowed properly. If this condition exists,
mowing with the mower raised and the second at the normal height you have chosen. If it is practical, better results will be
in travel to the previous mowing.
Do not mow grass when it is wet. Wet grass will accumulate under the mower deck and leave undesirable clumps. Allow grass to dry before mowing.
Always operate mower at full throttle when mowing to assure better mowing performance and proper discharge of
a low enough gear to give the mower cutting performance as well as the quality of cut desired.
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Caution:
with bare hands. Careless or
Caution:
Mower Maintenance
General Recommendations
The warranty on this Trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to properly maintain your unit.
All adjustments in the service and adjustments section of this manual should be checked at least once each season.
Before Each Season
Replace the spark plug.
Clean or replace the air filter.
Check blades and belts for wear.
A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.
Before Each Use
Check engine oil level. (Do this twice to
ensure an accurate reading.) Check blade operation.
Check for loose fasteners.
Daily Maintenance
Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight, cotter pins and retainer clips are secure. Keep blades sharp. Observe all safety precautions.
Blade Care and Service
For best results, mower blades must be kept sharp. The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or on a grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen while on mower.
Do not handle mower blades
improper handling may result in serious injury.
To remove blade for sharpening, use wooden block to hold blade while removing the blade­mounting nut. The nuts have right hand threads. When grinding, care should be taken to
maintain blade balance and the blade should be checked for proper balance before reinstalling on mower. Check and balance. File material off heavier
end of blade until it is balanced.
To ensure satisfactory operation, it is recommended that before the start of each mowing season, the old blades be discarded and replaced with new blades.
NOTE: Check nuts and blades occasionally to make sure nuts are tight.
Shut off mower and remove spark plug wire before making any adjustments to the mower.
Cleaning the Mower
Water pressure from a garden hose will remove fresh clippings from the underside of the mower. Clean mower after each use.
Repair Parts
Your Trailmower has been produced with components designed for your unit. Although standard V-belts, bearings, blades, pulleys, etc. may look like parts used on your rotary mower, and while similar in appearance, many are of a different construction and could in some cases cause a malfunction in the operation of the machine.
For continued satisfactory performance, use only repair parts supplied by the manufacturer. See your SWISHER dealer for replacment parts.
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NB175 (A108)
AS155
6104
6104RS
NB179 (B104W)
B98
LEFT RIGHT
BLADE DRIVER
ASSEMBLIES (Prior
to 97-231001)
FIGURE 1A
NB175 (A108)
AS155
6104
NB179 (B104W)
B98
B99
B100LS
B100S
CENTER
B98 B98
NB175 (A108)
AS155
687
NB179 (B104W)
B98
B9960
Blade Driver Assemblies
B99
Same for all three blade driver positions
For a complete set (minus the blade) for one blade driver order B100SK
B100CS
B98
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B102
Center – B99CCS
Left – B99CLS
Right – B99CS
B98W
B108LB
660S – single
660 – set (3)
B102
B108L
B108
NB175 (A108)
AS155
6114
6104RS
NB179 (B104W)
B98
LEFT RIGHT
BLADE DRIVER
ASSEMBLIES (After
97-231001)
FIGURE 1B
CENTER
NB175 (A108)
AS155
6114
NB179 (B104W)
B98
B99
B100LS
NB175 (A108)
AS155
6114CS
6114
B98 B98
687
NB179 (B104W)
B98
B9960
Blade Driver Assemblies
B100S
B99
Same for all three blade driver positions
For a complete set (minus the blade) for one blade driver order B100SK
B100CS
B102
B108L
B98
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B102
Center – B99CCS
Left – B99CLS
Right – B99CS
B98W
B108LB
660S – single
660 – set (3)
B108
H11
H10
H11
661
H11
H11
662
661A
Hitch Bar Assembly
Figure 2
Brown
Black
M
B
G
Battery
L
S
Key Switch
Green
Red
Red
T60 12V Start
Figure 3
Kill
Red
Red
To Alternator
Solenoid
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01
02
03
04
05
06
07
08
08
09
10
52
53
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Figure 4
14
12
13
14
15
16
17
18
19
20
21
22
23
21
20
24
Figure 5
15
25
26
24
16
27
2728
18
22
27 27
28
29
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Figure 6
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NB195 (665TW)
NB195 (665BW)
665 + Color Code
NB122 (665N)
B98
OBSOLETE PART NUMBERS ARE SHOWN IN ( ) AND ARE FOR REFERENCE ONLY
663S
F4157WR
691
F4157WV
CB58
NB151 (670) F4157WT
663L
NOTE: F4157WF 13X500X6 contains Wheel, Tire and Bearings
CASTER ASSEMBLY
NB121 (T2K)
CB58
Figure 7
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Item # Description Part #
1 Grass Chute (CH5) 6031TK
Bolt/Nut (CH5B) NB136
Spring CH5S 2 Tire/Wheel/Bearing F4157W 3 Right Belt Guard 6155RN
Acorn Nut (FR154N) NB120
4 Battery Cable Red BCSR
Battery Cable Black BCS
5 Height Adjust Crank Assembly H7ASY
Height Adjust Crank H7N
Plastic Bushing T2PB
Cotter Pin (T218C) NB580
Knob H7K
5/16 Pal Washer NB117
Threaded Link to the Deck (Not
included in Hgt Adj Assembly)
6 Left Belt Guard 6155LN
Acorn Nut (FR154N) NB120
7 Gas Tank 6102T
Gas Cap 6102NC
Gas Tank Mount 6102TK
Rubber Bushing AS119
Fuel Shutoff Valve AS120
Fuel Line Clamp 6FLC
Fuel Line 6102FLN
8 Height Adjust Crank Assembly H7ASY
Height Adjust Crank H7N
Plastic Bushing T2PB
Cotter Pin (T218C) NB580
Knob H7K
5/16 Pal Washer NB117
Threaded Link to the Deck (Not
included in Hgt Adj Assembly)
9 Tire/Wheel/Bearing F4157WF
Bolt/Nut (670/T2K) NB151/NB121 Spacer (Exterior) 663S Spacer (Exterior) 663L
Spacer (Interior) 691
10 Caster Fork 665TK
Caster Nut (665N) NB122 Washer Upper (665TW) NB195 Washer Lower (665BW) NB195
(674S) 10038
(674S) 6599
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Item # Description Part #
11 Tongue 661
Tongue Hinge 661A
Tongue Extension 662
Hitch Swivel H10 12 Safety Hitch Pin H11 13 Red Safety Rope H9B 14 Blade Engage Tether (Black) BT44 15 Blade Engage Lever T60 BEA60
Engage Bushing (681S) 6713
Bolt/Nut (681B) NB155/NB281
Lever 681N Lever Knob B19 BLACK Rod Spring B25RT
16 Belt 66LR
Belt after Ser. 97-231001 66LR2 17 Key Switch KS12 18 Blade Driver Center B99CCS (for list see fig. 1A or 1B) 19 Throttle 686
Throttle after Ser. 97-231001 686N 20 Idler Bracket 678 21 Idler Pulley B527 22 Blade Driver Right B99CS 23 Blade Driver Left B99CLS 24 Idler Rod Spring B25R6 center / B25RT outer 25 Idler Pulley B527
Engine Idler Bracket 681N 26 Engine Belt 644 27 Anti-Scalp Roller SWR3
Bolt/Nut (BR4/BR47N) NB517/NB181
28 Anti-Scalp Roller SWR3 - 2 Sets
Bolt/Nut (BR7/BR47N) NB147/NB181
29 Rear Axle 664N
Rear Wheel Washer NB149
Cotter Pin (T218C) NB580
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Items Not Shown
Item # Description Part #
30 Wiring Harness WHN60B (Briggs)
Wiring Harness WHN60T (Tecumseh)
Toggle Switch 685
31 Starter Relay SOL NEW
Starter Relay Ser. 97-98 9043 32 Battery (12V) type 14A-A1 33 Oil Drain Valve AS122
Oil Drain Hose AS161 34 Engine Pulley 688 35 Engine Pulley Spacer Long 689L
Engine Pulley Spacer Short 689S 36 Key Stock 688K 37 Engine Pulley Washer 699 38 Engine Pulley Bolt (6100) NB452 39 Bearing, Flanged 3/4 ID CB58 40 Bearing, Flanged 5/8" ID 1 3/8" OD F157B 41 Blade Bearing B98
Decals and Labels
42 Warning Decal OD30 43 Danger Decal OD29 44 Caution-Deflector Decal OD36 45 Caution Hand Decal OD20 46 Speed Decal OD33 47 No Step Decal OD11 48 Blade Engage Decal OD10 49 Engine Power Decal OD28 50 Swisher Logo OD32 51 Made in Missouri Decal OD31
Throttle Decal OD56
Console Decal OD57
Additional Components
52 Engine Plate 6155NF 53 Throttle Plate 6155TH
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Notes
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Notes
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Notes
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OWNER’S MANUAL
60” UNIVERSAL TRAILMOWER
MODEL NO. T1260 T1360
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 rear corner of the frame. The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. 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
WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING INORMATION AVAILABLE:
* PRODUCT - TRAILMOWER * SERIAL NUMBER - _______________ * MODEL NUMBER - _______________ * ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - _______________
TYPE - _______________ * PART NUMBER * PART DESCRIPTION
TELEPHONE - 1-800-222-8183 FAX - 1-660-747-8650
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SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE P.O. BOX 67 WARRENSBURG, MO 64093
SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
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