Swisher Versa-RC User manual

Versa
Versa - -RC RC
Commercial Pro 30
Commercial Pro 30” ”Brush Cutter Brush Cutter
OWNER’S MANUAL
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SWISHER ACQUISITION INC.
1602 Corporate Drive Warrensburg Missouri 64093
Phone: [phone] FAX: [phone]
Toll Free: 1-800-222-8183
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Celebrating over 70 years of innovation
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Model #: VRC30
Description: 30” Rough Cut Attachment

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This manual is a valuable document. Following the instructions for use service maintenance
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DANGER: Indicates an IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided WILL
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WARNING: Indicates a POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided COULD
RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided MAY
RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE
IN THIS MANUAL THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY
OR EVEN DEATH. DANGER WARNING AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS
USED TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF HAZARD. HOWEVER REGARDLESS OF THE
HAZARD BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.

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These instructions are for your safety. Read them thoroughly & carefully.
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.
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Remember: The operator is responsible for
avoiding dangers or accidents.
WARNING
When using the machine approved personal
protective equipment shall be used. Personal
protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of
injury but it will reduce the degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Ask your retailer for help in
choosing the right equipment.
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General Use:
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DO NOT use this machine without the tractor in
place and both machines properly connected.
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DO NOT use this machine without the Guards or
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These instructions are for your safety. Read them thoroughly & carefully.
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.
Children:
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injury.
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Read all operating instructions safety instructions and
customer responsibilities before operating this machinery.
Connecting and Disconnecting Implements
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Operator Presence System:
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V-Belts:
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CAUTION
Stop engine apply brakes and
remove ignition key for safety.
Disconnect spark plug wires. Wear
heavy thick gloves when holding onto
blade. Avoid the sharp edge of the
blade.
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WARNING
When it is necessary to tilt the mower
for any repair or service use safety
chains and/or jack stands to provide
adequate support. DO NOT rely on
hydraulic or mechanical jacks.
WARNING
STOP THE ENGINE AND
DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUGS
BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE MACHINE!
WARNING
Do not overinflate the tires. Serious
injury can occur if the tire explodes

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Carbon Monoxide. A running engine gives
off carbon monoxide a poisonous gas
that can kill you. Do not operate the
engine in an enclosed area. Only operate
in a well ventilated area.
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Loss of Power
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F .?>04.E>0A.A6<G.6;6
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01:088;4<05.A-06A906.F
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F <642<5E6.0B.6;1.1=<1.56<??.AF
Engine Will Not
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Note: Refer to the tractor manual for more troubleshooting tips that may include other
symptoms or causes not included in this list.

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