Swisher T18560B-CA, T18560B, T18560AEC, T18560A-CA, T18560A Owner’s Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

STARTING SERIAL #:

LI I2-121001

MODEL NO.

T14560A
T14560B

T18560A
T18560B

T14560A-CA
T14560B-CA

T18560A-CA
T18560B-CA

T14560AEC
T18560AEC

_IMPORTANT

Read and follow all
Safety Precautions

and Instructions
before operating this

equipment.

60" FINISH CUT

TRAILMOWER

A T_OITION OF OUALIT¥ SINCE 194S ,f

Assembly

Operation
Service and Adjustment

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1602 Corporate Dr., WARRENSBURG, MO 64093 PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]

Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945

18028 Rev 12-121

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. As required by § 1060.120, the fuel system
related components, which have been certified to this equipment by SAI are to be free of
defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years 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 workananship. 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 or its agents responsible for the engine warranty.
The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-

233-3723.

2) Commercial Use

3) Limitations

4) Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal

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.

The warranty period for this product used for commercial or
rental is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original
purchase.

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.

adjustments, and normal maintenance.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this /
manual. When you see this symbol, carefully read the message tha

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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!

• 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.

follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.

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WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The California Air Resources Board and Swisher are pleased to explain the evaporative
emission control system (EECS) on your model year 2006 and later Swisher Product. hi California, new Outdoor Power Equipment, nmst be

designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Swisher nmst warrant the EECS on your Power Equipment, for
the period of time listed below provided there has been no abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance. For model year 2006 the EECS on your
mower includes the liquid fuel lines, fuel line connectors, and fuel line clamps. Where a warrantable condition exists, Swisher will repair at no

cost to you. Expenses covered under warranty include diagnosis, parts, and labor.

MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY COVERAGE: For a period of two years, any evaporative emission-related part included in the
list of EECS parts for your mower is defective, the part wilt be repaired or replaced by Swisher.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the owner of this Power Equipment, you are responsible for performance of the
required maintenance listed in your owner's manual. Swisher recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance on
your Power Equipment, but Swisher cannot deny warranty solely for the tack d receipts. As the Power Equipment owner, you
should be aware that Swisher, may deny you warranty coverage if your Power Equipment, or a covered part has failed due to

abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use of parts not made or approved by the equipment
manufacturer. You are responsible for presenting your Power Equipment to an authorized Swisher Service center as soon as the
problem exists. Warranty repairs should be completed in a reasonable amount d time, not to exceed 30 days. If you have a
question regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Swisher Service representative at

1-800-222-8183.

WARRANTY COMMENCEMENT DATE: The warranty period begins on the date the Power Equipment Is purchased.

LENGTH OF COVERAGE: This warranty shall be for a period of one (1) years from the initial date of purchase.

WHAT IS COVERED: Warranted parts include the Liquid fuel line, fuel line connectors, and fuel line clamps.

REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF PARTS: Repair or replacement d any evaporative warranted part will be performed at no charge
to the owner at an authorized Swisher Service Center. If you have a question regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities,
you should contact your nearest authorized service center or call the Swisher Service representative at 1-800-222-8183.

WARRANTY PERIOD: Any warranted part is not scheduled for replacement as required maintenance, or which is scheduled only
for regular inspection to the effect d "repair or replace as necessary" shall be warranted for two (2) years. Any warranted part that
is scheduled for replacement as required maintenance shall be warranted for the period of time up to the first scheduled
replacement point for that part.

DIAGNOSIS: The owner shall not be charged for diagnostic labor that leads to the determination that a warranted part is defective if
the diagnostic work is performed at an authorized Swisher Service Center.

CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE: Swisher may be liable for damages to other engine or equipment components caused by the failure
of awarranted part still under warranty.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED: All failures caused by abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance is not covered.

ADD-ON OR MODIFIED PARTS: The use d add-on or modified parts may be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Swisher is
not liable to cover failures of warranted parts caused by the use of an add-on or modified part.

HOW TO FILE A CLAIM: If you have a question regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact your nearest
authorized service center or call Swisher Service representative at 1-800-222-8183.

SAFETY DECALS

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

OD 11- No step Decal

OD45- Warning Decal

OD43- Flying Debris Decal

OD55- Triangle Danger Decal

OD33- Speed Decal

OD29- Danger Decal