Swisher RC11544BS User manual

44” COUNTRY CUT
TRAIL CUTTER
OWNER’S
MANUAL
SWISHER ACQUISITION INC.
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
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MODEL NO.
STARTING SERIAL #:
L117-335001
RC11544BS
21009 REV 17-335
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
IMPORTANT
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
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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:
1) Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products has 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 This product is not intended for commercial use and carries no
commercial warranty.
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 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 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.
Thank you for choosing Swisher’s 44” Trail Cutter. Before operating
your cutter, please read, understand and follow all of the safety precautions
and other instructions explained in this manual. As with all power
equipment, lawn mowers and cutters can be potentially dangerous if
improperly used.
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• 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 cutters
discharge direction and do not point at anyone. Stop the machine if anyone enters the
cutting 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.
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• Turn off the blades when not cutting. 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 cutter if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the
mower vibrates excessively. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage.
Repair cutter as necessary.
• Dress properly. Do not operate the cutter when barefoot or wearing open sandals.
Wear only solid shoes with good traction when cutting.
• 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.
• 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.
• Cutter blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra
caution when servicing them. Do not operate at too fast a rate.
• Return lever to its vertical position to disengage blades.
• The braking system is applied when the blades become disengaged. It is designed to
bring the blades to a quick stop (approximately 7 seconds). Each Trail Cutter brake
system has been set at the factory. For safety, the consumer should not alter the
braking system.
ASSEMBLY
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ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY
• Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection.
•Refer to Fig. 1 pg. 11. Attach hitch assembly parts to front of mower using 3/8-16 X 1¼ bolts and
secure with 3/8-16 nuts. Insert 3/4-10 X 4 ½” bolt through the bottom hole of the pivot assembly,
(2) 3/4 washers, and hitch tube and secure with 3/4-10 nut. Tighten nut tight until tube is clamped
then back off 1/4 turn to allow tube to pivot. Insert 5/8-11 X 2 ½ bolt through the top of pivot
assembly and top link and secure with 5/8-11 nut.
• The hitch can be adjusted up or down to level the deck from front to back. (See figure 2 page 11)
• Check 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 Owner’s Manual pg 5 for proper operating procedures.
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OPERATING YOUR TRAIL CUTTER
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.
STOPPING THE ENGINE
• Make sure the tow vehicle parking brake is set.
• Disengage cutting blades.
• Reduce engine to idle speed and allow engine to run momentarily for cooling.
• Turn the key to the off position.
INTENDED USE
The 44” Trail Cutter is designed to clear dense areas of grass and cut saplings up to 3” thick
on meadows and small estates. It is not intended to create a finish cut on lawns. Your
Trail Cutter should be towed behind an ATV, golf cart, lawn tractor or other approved
vehicle. It is not recommended for speeds exceeding 5 MPH.
ATTACHING TRAIL CUTTER TO TOW VEHICLE
• Back vehicle up to desired towing position.
• Offset the Trail Cutter to the side opposite the tow vehicle discharge (if any).
This prevents the tow vehicle from throwing grass into Trail Cutter engine.
• Using the 7365 2” ball coupler, connect the hitch to the vehicle your machine
will be towed with. Once attached, adjust the cutting height and level the
mower by rotating the adjustment rod (See figure 2 page 11).
TRANSPORTING CUTTER
• Stop Trail Cutter.
• Place Trail Cutter deck in its highest position.
• When transporting without the use of a tow vehicle, remove spark plug wire
and place it where it cannot contact the spark plug.
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