Swisher QBT2066 User manual

66” FINISH CUT
TRAILMOWER
OWNER’S
MANUAL
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
PHONE [phone] FAX [phone]
MODEL NO.
QBT2066
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA
Rev 11-005
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
IMPORTANT
13318
STARTING SERIAL #:
L111-002001

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LIMITED WARRANTY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
WARRANTY………………....….2
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS………3-4
ASSEMBLY……………………...5
OPERATION…………………….5-7
MAINTENANCE.…………………….6-7
DECALS…..………….……………….7
PARTS BREAKDOWN………………8-9
SPECIFICATIONS..…………………..11
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 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 workmanship. This
warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions:
•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. The Tecumseh Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-558-5402.
The Honda Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-426-7701.
•Commercial Use This product is not intended for commercial use and carries no
commercial warranty.
•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.
•Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal adjustments, and
normal maintenance.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• 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.
• Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blades or wear gloves, and use extra caution when
servicing them.
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, feet, and throw
objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious
injury or death.
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WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS
YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The California Air Resources Board and Swisher, 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, must be
designed, built and equipped to meet the State’s stringent anti-smog standards. Swisher 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 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 will be repaired or replaced by Swisher.
OWNER’SWARRANTY 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 lack of 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 of 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 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 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 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, 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 r
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.

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SAFETY DECALS
Replace decals immediately if damaged.Order by part number from Swisher
OD45- Warning Decal
OD11- No step Decal
OD55- Triangle Danger Decal
OD33- Speed Decal
OD29- Danger Decal
OD43- Flying Debris Decal

REQUIRED ASSEMBLY
FRONT WHEEL CASTER ASSEMBLY
1. Remove single nut and washers from caster shaft.
2. Place one washer on the shaft of the caster/wheel sub-assembly.
3. Slide same shaft through the bearing/frame with wheel towards the ground.
4. Place the other washer on the shaft; it should be resting on the top bearing.
5. Thread nyloc jam nut onto shaft.
6. Tighten nut snuggly, making sure shaft threads enter the nyloc of the nut. Over-
tightening of this nut will bind caster.
7. Repeat process for other front side.
REAR WHEEL ASSEMBLY
1. Remove cotter pin from axle.
2. Slide washer [ NB149 ] if necessary and wheel[ valve stem out] onto axle and replace
cotter pin.
3. Bend cotter pin so it will not fall out.
4. Repeat process for other wheel.
OFFSET & CENTER TOW HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY
1. Lay out parts according to the diagram.
2. Insert part 661A into part 662 and pin with the hitch pin (H11).
3. Insert part 661 into part 661A. Choose from the 3 holes to set the desired hitch length.
Pin with a hitch pin.
4. Part 12543TC slides into the front tube of the frame. Choose from the 5 holes to arrange
desired offset. Pin with a hitch pin (H11).
5. Eliminate step 3 for hitching from the center bracket. Only one method can be used at a
time.
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CENTER TOWING
POSITION
OFFSET TOWING
POSITION
Bent Pin, Hair Pin
and Receiver
supplied by others.
Existing Rear Hitch.
ATV or Utility
Vehicle Attachment
Instructions
661
661A
12543
H11

OPERATING YOUR TRAILMOWER
INTENDED USE
This TrailMower is designed to produce a quality finish cut on lawns, golf courses, etc.
It is not designed to clear brush or cut saplings. Your TrailMower should be towed
behind an ATV, a golf cart, lawn tractor, or similar approved vehicle. It is not meant for
speeds exceeding 5 MPH.
ATTACHING TRAILMOWER TO TOW VEHICLE
• Place mower behind vehicle and back vehicle up to desired attaching position.
• When offsetting TrailMower do so to side opposite the discharge of the tow
vehicle.
• Bolt swivel hitch (H10) to vehicle tow receiver.
• Attach tow hitch (661) to the swivel hitch with hitch pin (H11). Make certain
hitch pin goes completely through each piece and is clipped to prevent accidental
separation.
• Attach red safety tether (H9C) to both the towing vehicle and to the TrailMower
toggle switch (685SP), located on the throttle housing (6013). Its purpose is to
manually stop mower engine or to stop mower engine in case the two machines
become separated. (See Motor Base Detail #20).
• It is extremely important the safety tether is secured properly to both the
toggle switch and the towing vehicle.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used.
TrailMowers with electric start engines will need a battery (sold separately). Swisher
recommends using a standard “U 1 R” lawn & garden battery.
• Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill.
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 cutter 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.
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Make sure the tow vehicle parking brake is set, mower is level, and blades are
disengaged.
• Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel.
• Check all electrical connections (See Schematics).
• Make sure toggle switch is turned “ON” and the red tether is properly attached.
• Set engine idle to “CHOKE” position.
• With feet clear of mower deck, turn key switch to the “START” position; [ if unit is
equipped with 12 volt system ] release when engine begins to run.
• For units NOT equipped with electric start turn key to “ON” position and pull starter
Rope until engine starts.
• Set engine idle at desired RPM.
BREAKING IN YOUR MOWER
• Set vehicle parking brake or chock wheels to prevent accidental rolling.
• Start engine properly.
• Slowly, engage blade control.
• In a safe environment, i.e. no children, allow blades to rotate and engine to idle for 5
minutes. This breaks in the belts and the engine.
• Stop mower properly.
MOWER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
• Adjust while mower is not running.
• The cutting range is approximately 1.5” to 4.5”. The height has been measured from the
ground to the blade tip without the engine running.
• Rotate height adjust crank handles (H7N) in a clockwise direction to lift the mower deck.
A counter-clockwise direction is used to lower the mower deck.
• Make sure the height adjustment is the same at side crank handles. For best results, see
“SUGGESTED PRACTICE” section. Graduated scales are for reference only, not the
actual cutter height.
• Place crank handle in a retracted position to maintain height adjustment.
STARTING TO MOW
• Adjust the cutting height.
• Double check vehicle to mower attachment.
• Start mower engine properly.
• Slowly, activate the blade engage lever
by rotating it forward and left until the lever locks
into place.
• Carefully mount tow vehicle and start mowing slowly.
CAUTION!
SHUT OFF MOWER ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG WIRE FROM
SPARK PLUG BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE MOWER.
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ALTERNATIVE STOPPING METHOD
• Bring vehicle to complete stop, shut off engine, and set parking brake.
• Disengage blade engage lever (6008).
• Manually shut toggle and key switches to their “OFF” positions.
• Always remember to remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage.
TRANSPORTING MOWER
• Stop mower properly.
• Place mower deck in its highest position.
• If transporting unattached from tow vehicle, then remove spark plug wire and
place where it cannot contact the spark plug.
SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES
• Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and
maximum material discharge.
• Allow wet grass to dry. Clumps of wet grass will collect under the mowing deck.
• Mowing should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe
mowing conditions permit. This speed should not exceed 5 MPH.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2.5” during the cool season and
to over 3” during the hot months.
• For a healthier lawn and better aesthetics, your lawn should be mowed often and
after moderate growth.
• When cutting high or dense grass areas go slowly. Some areas may need to be
mowed twice. The second cut should be at 90 degrees to the first, if possible.
• Mowing thick or high grass. Raise rear height crank handles to .5”-.75” above
the other two handles.
• Creating a manicured lawn. Lower rear height crank handle to .25”-.5” below
front of deck. This allows grass blades to be cut twice. It also continually cuts
clippings to produce a mulching effect.
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING
• The mower is not cutting level.
o Level deck, making sure the side crank-handles are equal.
o Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal (about 15-18 psi).
o Examine blades for damage, while mower engine is not running.
• The engine will not start.
o Disengage blades, turn toggle switch to “ON” position, check battery and
all other electrical connections, and inspect spark plug and wire.
o Check for fuel in the engine.
• Engine runs poorly.
o See engine manual.
o Check throttle adjuster.
o Replace fuel, clean fuel filter and fuel line.
IF PROBLEMS PERSIST HAVE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC SERVICE THE
MOWER. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT THAT YOU ARE
NOT SURE IS CORRECT. DOING SO CAN CAUSE OTHER PROBLEMS.
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MOWER MAINTENANCE
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS
The warranty on this Trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence.
To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual.
Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly.
All adjustments in this manual should be checked at least once each season.
BEFORE EACH USE
• Check engine oil level on a level surface. (Check twice to insure an accurate reading.)
• Check condition of air filter; clean and replace as necessary.
• Check blade operation; keep blades in good condition.
• Check for loose fasteners and tighten them as needed.
AFTER EACH USE
• Keep blades sharp.
• Remove fresh grass clippings with garden hose.
• Grass clippings can harden to the underside should be scraped out with a putty knife.
• Keep fluids at proper levels.
• Cover unit to prevent rain or other debris build-up. Definitely cover the engine.
BEFORE AND/OR AFTER EACH SEASON
• Replace the spark plug.
• Clean or replace the air filter.
• A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air-fuel mixture and help your engine run better and
last longer.
• Check blades and belts for wear. Replace as necessary.
STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS
CAUTION! Do not store engine indoors or other poorly ventilated area. Keep engine away from gas
appliances where fumes could contact open flame, pilot lights, or sparks.
If engine is to be stored for 30 or more days, prepare unit as follows:
• Drain fuel outside into an approved container.
• Start engine properly and run until unit is out of fuel.
• Let engine cool.
• Remove remaining gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming
within the engine. Gum deposits can cause malfunction in the engine.
• Store mower with blades disengaged to prevent belts from being permanently stretched.
BLADE CARE AND SERVICE
For best results cutter blades must be kept sharp. The blades can be sharpened with a few strokes of a file or
grinding wheel. Do not attempt to sharpen blades while they are on the cutter. Disconnect spark plug wire
before servicing unit.
Important: Replace blades that have been damaged or deeply nicked.
Important: Check blade and spindle hardware on a regular basis to make sure nuts are tight.
Only a qualified mechanic should be used for any
adjustments, disassembly or other kind of repairs.
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