Swisher T18560, T17560, T14560, T1360T, T1360K Owner’s Manual

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OWNER'S

MANUAL

STARTINGSERIAL #:

L106-038001

MODEL NO.

T1360B1
T1360T
T1360H
T1360K
T13560
RK1360
T14560

T17560

T18560

_ IMPORTANT

Read and follow all
Safety Precautions

and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.

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TRAILMOWER

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Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945

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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:

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

3) Limitations

4) Exclusions

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 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.

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

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury. |

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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 sate 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.

• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when

servicing them.

WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The California Air Resources Board and Swisher Mower, is pleased to explain the
evaporative emission control system (EECS) on your model year 2006 and later Swisher Product. In California, new Outdoor Power Equipment,
nmst be designed, built and equipped to meet the State's stringent anti-smog standards. Swisher Mower must 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 libel lines, libel line connectors, and libel line clamps. Where a wan'antable condition exists, Swisher
Mower 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 will be repaired or replaced by Swisher Mower.

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 Mower recommends that you retain all receipts covering maintenance
on your Power Equipment, but Swisher Mower cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. As the Power Equipment owner,
you should be aware that Swisher Mower, 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 of time, not to exceed 30 days. If you
have a question regarding your warranty rights and responsibilities, you should contact the Swisher Mower 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 two (2) 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 of any evaporative warranted part will be performed at no charge
to the owner at an authorized Swisher Mower 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 Mower 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 of "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 Mower, may be liable for damages to other engine or equipment components caused by the
failure of a warranted 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 of add-on or modified parts may be grounds for disallowing a warranty claim. Swisher
Mower 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 Mower Service representative at 1-800-222-8183.

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SAFETY DECALS

Replace decals immediately if damaged.Order by part nmnber from Swisher Mowers

OD 1l- No step Decal

OD45- Warning Decal

OD43- Flying Debris Decal

OD55- Triangle Danger Decal

OD33- Speed Decal

OD29- Danger Decal