Swisher WB11542F User manual

THE FINISHING TOUCH
42” FINISH CUT MOWER SELF PROPELLED
WALK BEHIND
OWNER’S
MANUAL
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG , MISSOURI 64093
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MODEL NO.
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA
Rev.
Read and follow all Safety
Rules and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
WB11542F
Visit us at: www.swisherinc.com
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Important!

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 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 any product used for commercial or rental
is limited to ninety (90) days from the date of original purchase.
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 Mower Co., Inc., 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.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DECALS
• 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 accidentally 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.
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 is capable of amputating hands and
feet, and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could
result in serious injury or death.

• 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.
• 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.

The operation of any cutter 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 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.
OPERATING YOUR NEW CUTTER

SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS
Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
OD30 – WARNING DECAL
OD29 – SPINNING BLADE DECAL
OD43 – FLYING DEBRIS DECAL
OD36 – DEFLECTOR DECAL
OD55 – DANGER DECAL

SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS
BELTS CONFIGURATION
Stop engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug.
TRANSMISSION BELT
BLADE SPINDLE
BELT
BLADE DRIVE BELT
BLADE SPINDLE BELT REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL
•Stop engine, let all moving parts come to acomplete stop. Disconnect spark
plug.
•Remove belt cover.
•Remove Blade Drive Belt. (See Blade Drive Belt replacement.)
•Pull tension idler away from Blade Spindle Belt to relieve tension.
• Remove belt.
INSTALLATION
•Pull tension idler away from belt.
•Install belt according to above configuration.
•Install Blade Drive Belt as shown.
• Install belt cover and tighten hardware.
BLADE DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL
•Stop engine, let all moving parts come to acomplete stop. Disconnect spark
plug.
•Disengage all blade controls by releasing the bails.
•Remove belt cover.
•Rotate belt off pulleys and pull belt through motor belt guide.
INSTALLATION
•Route belt as shown.
•Adjust engage idler tension. Belt should be snug during engagement of blade
latch. Too much tension will not allow the blade latch to function properly.
•Tighten nuts on blade engage cable when finished.
•Install belt cover and tighten hardware.

WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL
•Stop engine, let all moving parts come to acomplete stop. Disconnect spark
plug.
•Remove belt cover.
•Remove Blade Drive Belt, (See “Blade Drive Belt replacement”)
•Locate belt guide for wheel drive belt and loosen.
• Remove wheel drive belt.
INSTALLATION
•Install belt as shown.
•Adjust belt guide snug against motor pulley and back off ? ”.
•Tighten belt guide hardware.
• Install Blade Drive Belt (see “Blade Drive Belt installation”).
• Install belt cover and tighten hardware.
WHEEL BRAKE ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment may be necessary if the unit does not stay in position on ahill with the
operator bails released, or if the brake drags while in neutral with the “GROUND
CONTROL” bail engaged.
PROCEDURE
•Stop engine, let all moving parts come to acomplete stop. Disconnect spark
plug.
•Release “GROUND CONTROL” bail.
•Adjust nuts forward or backward. When the “GROUND CONTROL” bail is
disengaged there should be constant tension on the brake arm.
•All tension should be off brake arm when “GROUND CONTROL” bail is
engaged.
• Tighten adjustment nut when finished and re-attach spring, if necessary.
WHEEL DRIVE BELT ADJUSTMENT
Adjustment may be necessary if loss of traction occurs due to belt slippage.
PROCEDURE
•Adjust “GROUND CONTROL” cable in or out to achieve maximum traction.
•Too much tension will not allow the “GROUND CONTROL” bail to fully
activate.
• Too little tension will allow the belt to slip, resulting in loss of traction.
• “GROUND CONTROL” bail should fully close against handlebars when
functioning properly.
Adjust Nuts
Check for loosened bolts, nuts,
springs, etc. often. Replace
filters, spark plugs as needed.
Keep blades in good working
order.

OVERALL ASSEMBLY
When ordering painted parts, please indicate with corresponding letters: C = Red Parts TK = Textured Black Parts

REPLACEMENT PARTS
When ordering painted parts, please indicate with corresponding letters: C = Red Parts;
TK = Textured Black Parts (ex. 4207TK, 4237C)
Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part #
1 Motor Base 4270 46 Tension Spring 682S
2 Wire Link BRS6H 47 1/2 x19/16 Shoulder Bolt NB220
3 Link Spring T2SM 48 3/8 SAE Washer NB272
4 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 49 3/8-16 Grade 2Nut NB182
5 5/16-18 x21/2 Grade 5Bolt NB138 50 5/16-18 Nylock Nut NB181
6 Shift Linkage 4282 51 Tension Idler Kit 4263
7 Blade Driver Housing B99 52 Blade Engage Pulley 7509
8 Brake Spring BT297 53 Blade Drive Belt 4220
9 Brake Pad 9114 54 Blade Spindle Belt 4219
10 Blade Engage Idler 4262 55 Wheel Drive Belt 2414
11 1/2 -13 Nut NB121 56 Transmission Belt Guide 2451
12 Brake Pad Clip BP370S 57 1/4-20 Flange Nut NB524
13 5/16 Flat Washer NB556 58 Blade Drive Belt Guide 4234
14 3/8 -16 2-way Locknut NB280 59 11.5 HP B&S Engine N/A
15 5" Chain Links AS080 60 Upper Engine Spacer 689L
16 3/8-16 x2Grade 2bolt NB231 61 1/4 x1/2 Key Stock 4258
17 1/2-13 x5Grade 5bolt NB155 62 Upper Engine Pulley 2411
18 Blade Engage Idler Kit 4280 63 Lower Engine Spacers BB105SL
19 1/8 x1Cotter Pin NB126 64 1/4 x1Key Stock 9031
20 Center &Left Blade Driver Kit 9084 65 Lower Engine Pulleey 688
21 Blade Bearing B98 66 Belleville Washer 699
22 Center &Left Blade Shaft 9075 67 7/16-20 x11/2 Grade 5Bolt NB637
23 Washer NB179 68 Height Adjust Arm 4275
24 1/4-20 x1Grade 5Bolt NB250 69 Front /Rear Torsion Connector 4235
25 1/4-20 Nylock Nut NB180 70 Front Torsion Bar 4233
26 15" Blade 4221 71 Rear Torsion Bar 4236
27 Serrated Belleville Washer NB607 72 3/4 x18 GA Washer NB179
28 3/8 -24 x1Grade 5Bolt NB238 73 5/16-18 x3/4 Serrated Flange Bolt NB596
29 Blade Mounting Plate 9008 74 Plastic Belt Cover 4257
30 3/8-24 2Way Lock Nut NB216 75 3/8-16 x3Eye Bolt 4198
31 3/8-24 x1Grade 5Bolt NB238N 76 3/8-16 Nylock Nut NB182
32 Lower Blade Pulley BZ104 77 Front Tire &Wheel 4218
33 Pulley Spacer 6104RS 78 Caster 4266
34 Upper Pulley (Center &Left Only) B104TK 79 5/8 x10 GA Washer NB149
35 3/4-16 2Way Lock Nut NB175 80 5/8 Flanged Bearing F157B
36 Right Blade Shaft 9077 81 Grass Chute 4261
37 Right Blade Driver Kit 9085 82 5/16-18 x81/2 Grade 2Bolt NB136
38 Transmission Idler Pulley B27 83 Grass Chute Spring CH5S
39 Transmission Idler 4276 84 Plastic Roller AS001
40 3/8-16 x11/2 Grade 5Bolt NB107 85 5/16-18 x51/2 Grade 5Bolt NB575
41 1/2-13 x21/2 Grade 5Bolt NB588 86 1/2 x14 GA Washer NB177
42 3/8 SAE Washer NB272 87 5/16-18 x4Carriage Bolt NB101
43 Transmission Idler Kit 4281 88 Hanger Bracket 4216
44 Tension Idler Pulley B527 89 1/2-13 2Way Jam Lock Nut NB121
45 Tension Idler 6681 90 Rear Tire &Wheel 4217