Swisher WRC10224HC, WRC11524BS, WRC10224H, WRC11524BSC Owner's Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

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FOR MODELS – WRC10224HC, WRC10224H, WRC11524BSC, WRC11524BS

STARTING SERIAL #:

L118-335001

24” WALK BEHIND

Rough Cut Trail Cutter

RECOIL AND ELECTRIC START MODELS

PREDATOR

COMMERCIAL PRO

WRC10224H

PREDATOR TALON

COMMERCIAL PRO

WRC10224HC

PREDATOR TALON

WRC11524BSC

PREDATOR

WRC11524BS
WRC11524CL

Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before

Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts

SWISHER ACQUISITION INC.

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093

PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]

21919 REV 18-335

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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 (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 residential or commercial
warranty extended to them by the individual engine manufacturer. Any engine
service is the responsibility of the engine manufacturer and in no way is Swisher or
its agents responsible for the engine warranty. Please visit engines.honda.com
click on find a dealer or find a distributor. The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot
Line is 1-800-233-3723.

2) Limitation

• 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 product.

3) Commercial Use

• Only Commercial Pro branded Walk Behind Rough Cut Trail Cutters are warranted
for commercial use for a period of (1) year from the date of purchase. Non
Commercial Pro Products are not intended for commercial use and carry no
commercial use warranty.

4) Exclusions

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

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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.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

WARRANTY………………....….2

INTRODUCTION………………..3
SAFETY..……………………….3-4
PRE-OPERATING..….……..……4

OPERATION.……………………….6-8
DECALS…..………….……………….9
PARTS BREAKDOWN…………….10-16
ELECTRICAL & BELT ROUTING...17, 18

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Thank you for choosing Swisher’s 24” Walk Behind Rough Cut. Before
operating your Walk Behind, please read, understand and follow all of the safety
precautions and other instructions explained in this manual. As with all power
equipment, lawn mowers can be potentially dangerous if not properly used.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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 and 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.

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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.

• Do not mow in reverse. Always look down and behind before and during backing.

• Turn off the blade when not mowing. Before leaving the machine, turn off the blade 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.

• Never allow operation by untrained persons.

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

• Do not operate on slopes greater than 15 degrees.

• 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.

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Become familiar with the controls and their locations before operating.
Use the figures below to find the general locations for controls and
features discussed later in this manual

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PRE-OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

• Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection.

• Check the engine oil. All engines are filled with oil at the factory. Verify oil level and

add if necessary before starting engine (See Engine Owner’s Manual).

• Verify fuel level and add if necessary before starting engine.

• Reconnect spark plug wire.

• Refer to pages 6-8 in this manual for proper operating procedures.

IMPORTANT: These engine may not be equipped
with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of
California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to
use or operate the engine on any forest-covered,
brush-covered, or grass-covered land. Other states
or federal areas may have similar laws.

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BATTERY CONNECTIONS FOR ELECTRIC STARTER

(applicable models)

A battery is not shipped from the factory with the these units. Batteries are classified by their physical size,
and individual size categories are given a "group number" by the Battery Council International. This Walk
Behind Trail Cutter was designed to use a U1 battery group size or smaller.

Use a 12-volt battery with a minimum of 230 cold cranking amps (CCA)

Be careful not to connect the battery in reverse polarity, as this will short circuit the battery charging system.
Always connect the positive (+) battery cable to the battery terminal before connecting the negative (-)
battery cable, so your tools cannot cause a short circuit if they touch a grounded part while tightening the
positive (+) battery cable end.

A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct

procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away

from the battery.

The battery positive (+) cable is connected to the starter solenoid terminal as shown. And the battery
negative (-) cable is connected to the engine mounting bolt at the factory.

1. Connect the RED battery positive (+) cable to the battery positive (+) terminal as shown.

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2. Connect the BLACK battery negative (-) cable to the battery negative (-) terminal as shown.

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OPERATING YOUR NEW WALK BEHIND

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 mower 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. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.

INTENDED USE

This is not a lawn mower. The Predator and Predator Talon is designed for cutting

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overgrown brush, weeds, and other types of organic growth. This unit is capable of

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clearing small saplings of 1.5” in diameter or less to a height of approximately 4”.

TRAVEL SPEED

Speed can be changed by choosing a higher or lower gear using the gearshift lever
located on the handle bars. Do not adjust the speed with the blade engaged. To shift the
cutter into reverse, release the “GROUND CONTROL” lever, disengage the blade, and
rotate the shift lever to the left. Press down slightly on the lever to pass the step and
continue to rotate the lever to the left “R” position.

PROPULSION

The Predator and Predator Talon are self-propelled and controlled by a “GROUND
CONTROL” lever. To engage the drive, shift the transaxle to a gear and activate the left
handle bar lever by squeezing it against the handle. Releasing the lever will disengage
the self-propel.
Under most conditions cutting should be done in a low gear (1stor 2nd). Upper gears
should be used for conditions where weeds and brush are thinned out or not as tall. In
confined areas the machine can be pushed forwards or backwards by releasing the
“GROUND CONTROL” lever, shifting the transaxle to neutral, and pushing the
machine.

ENGAGING THE BLADE

An “OPERATOR PRESENCE” lever and a “BLADE ENGAGE” control work together
to engage the blade. Both devices must be activated before the blade will work.
Releasing the “OPERATOR PRESENCE” lever will disengage both the blade and the
“BLADE ENGAGE” control.

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