Swisher ZTR2866BS User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
28 HP – 66
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
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Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Made In The
USA
CELEBRATING OVER 65 YEARS OF INNOVATION
SINCE 1945
17532 REV 13-060
STARTING SERIAL # L113-060001
ZTR2866BS
ZTR2866BS-CA
CHANGING YOUR LANDSCAPE SINCE 1945

LIMITED WARRANTY
The manufacturer’ warranty to the original con umer purcha er i :
Thi product i free from defect in material and workman hip for a period of two (2) year
from the date of purcha e by the original con umer purcha er.
A required by CFR § 1060.120, the fuel y tem related component , which have been
certified to thi equipment by SAI are to be free of defect in material and workman hip for a
period of two (2) year from the date of purcha e by the original con umer purcha er.
We will repair or replace, at our di cretion, part found to be defective due to material or
workman hip. Thi warranty i ubject to the following limitation and exclu ion :
In the event you have a claim under thi warranty, you mu t return the product to an authorized
ervice dealer. All tran portation charge , damage, or lo incurred during tran portation of part
ubmitted for replacement or repair under thi warranty hall be borne by the purcha er. Should
you have any que tion concerning thi warranty, plea e contact u toll-free at 1-800-222-8183.
The model number, erial number, date of purcha e, and the name of the authorized Swi her
dealer from whom you purcha ed the mower will be needed before any warranty claim can be
proce ed.
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 tate do not allow the limitation of
con equential damage or limitation on how long an implied warranty may la t, o the above
limitation or exclu ion may not apply to you. Thi warranty give you pecific legal right and you
may have other right , which vary from tate-to- tate. Thi i a limited warranty a defined by the
Magnu on-Mo Act of 1975.
1) Engine Warranty All engine utilized on our product have a eparate warranty
extended to them by the individual engine manufacturer. Any
engine ervice difficulty i the re pon ibility of the engine
manufacturer and in no way i Swi her or it agent re pon ible
for the engine warranty. The Brigg & Stratton Engine Service
Hot Line i 1-800-233-3723.
2) Commercia Use This product is not intended for commercia use and
carries no commercia warranty.
3) Limitation Thi warranty applie only to product which have been
properly a embled, adju ted, and operated in accordance
with the in truction contained within thi manual. Thi
warranty doe not apply to any product of Swi her
that ha been ubject to alteration, mi u e,abu e,
improper a embly or in tallation, hipping damage, or to
normal wear of the product.
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4) Exclu ion Excluded from thi warranty are normal wear, normal
adju tment , normal maintenance, and battery* ( ee
battery ection.)

CONTENTS
LIMITED WARRANTY…………
2
OPERATION and FEATURES……….
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INTRODUCTION………………
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Feature ……………………………………
14-15
General……………………………………..
4
Starting………………………………………
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Before Operating……………………
4
Gra Height of Cut………………
16
Uncrating & A embly……………
5
Control ………...……..………………….
17
SYMBOLS & DECALS……….
6
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS..
18
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS…….
7
Adju ting Deck Height…………..
18
General u e and afety rule …
7
Deck Level……………………………….
18
Children Safety……………. 8
Parking Brake ………………. 18
18
Slope Operation…………….. 8
Deck Belt Replacement……… 19
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CUSTOMER
Belt Replacement…………….
20
RESPONSIBILITY……………
10
Seat Adju tment……………… 21
Operator Pre ence……………….
10
WIRING SCHEMATIC…………..
22
Tire ……………………………………………
10
PARTS BREAKDOWN…………..
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Blade Maintenance…………………..
10
TROUBLESHOOTING……………
32
Battery………………………………………
10
MOWER IDENTIFICATION……..
34
V-belt ……………………………………..
12
REPLACEMENT PARTS………..
35
Engine………………………………………..
12
Warranty Rights……………..
36
Overall Unit Care………….………..
12
SWISHER HISTORY……………..
38
Tran porting Safety……………….
12
SPECIFICATIONS……………..
13
Maintenance……….…………………..
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INTRODUCTION
Congratu ations
Thank you for purcha ing a Swi her Zero Turn mower. Thi machine i built for the
greate t efficiency and rapid mowing of large area . Conveniently located control and
dual commercial grade hydro tatic tran mi ion regulated by teering lever contribute to
the machine’ performance.
This manua is a va uab e document. Fo owing the instructions for use, service,
maintenance, etc. can great y increase the ife-span of your machine.
Genera
In thi operator’ manual left, right, backward and forward are u ed in relation to the normal
operator po ition.
Read Before Operating
Thi machine i con tructed only for mowing gra on lawn and other free and even
ground without ob tacle . Thi machine i not intended for commercial u e. The
manufacturer’ direction concerning operation, maintenance and repair mu t be
carefully followed.
Thi machine mu t only be operated, maintained and repaired by per on that are familiar
with the machine’ pecial characteri tic and who are well ver ed in afety in truction .
Accident prevention regulation , other general afety regulation , occupational afety rule
and traffic regulation mu t be followed without fail.
Unauthorized modification to the de ign of the machine may ab olve the manufacturer
from liability for any re ulting per onal injury or property damage.
Read engine manufacturer’
operating and maintenance
in truction .
Read and ob erve all afety
in truction on your mower and in the
manual.
Check engine oil.
Check fuel cap to ure that they
are in place.
Know how to et the parking brake.
Be ure mower blade are turned off –
PTO witch pu hed down.
Know how to top the engine – Turn key
to off
Know how to top the unit – Return
control handle to neutral
NOTE:
If you have never u ed a Zero Turn mower before, refer
to the Operation Control ection of thi manual before
attempting to operate one for the fir t time.
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INTRODUCTION
Uncrating & Assemb y
Di po e of top and ide panel of the crate.
Remove loo e part and packing material.
Cut any banding or trapping that may be holding the mower to the crate.
Di engage park plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection.
Rai e the mower deck to it highe t po ition.
In tall teering lever . Remove the bolt from the control arm on the mower. Align
the hole in the lever with the hole in the control arm and attach with the bolt provided.
Make sure both bo ts on both hand es are tight.
Di engage the parking brake by pu hing the handle to their fully extended po ition.
Open the tran mi ion valve at the rear of the unit by pulli
ng the relea e rod and
locking them in place. SEE INSTRUCTION DECAL AT THE REAR OF THE UNIT.
Carefully pu h the mower off the crate to a afe and level area.
Check engine oil. All engine are filled with oil and te ted at the factory. Verify oil
level and add if nece ary before tarting engine. SEE ENGINE OWNER’S MANUAL
Check the battery. If the battery i put into ervice after the “month & year” of the
date on the battery, then it may need to be charged with a 12 volt charger for a minimum
of 1 hour, but no more than 2 hour at a rate of 6 to 10 amp .
Attach battery cable to battery. A ways attach the positive termina first.
Clo e the tran mi ion valve at the rear of the unit. SEE INSTRUCTION DECAL
AT THE REAR OF THE UNIT.
Reconnect park plug wire.
Check tire pre ure on all four wheel . REFER TO UNIT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE
TOOLS REQUIRED:
2 - ½” Wrenche or ½” Socket with drive ratchet
Tire pre ure gauge
Nail bar or claw hammer
Wire nip
To Remove The Mower From The Crate:
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SYMBOLS & DECALS
Triangle Danger Decal – OD55
Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39 Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74
Operator ust Be Seated Decal– OD73
Flying Debris Decal – OD43
No Step Decal – OD11
OD45- Warning Decal
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Key/PTO Decal - 10273
Hydro Relea e - 10280
Danger/Warning Decal - 10276

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefu y.
Genera Use
Read all in truction in thi operator’ manual and on the
machine before tarting it. En ure that you under tand them and
then abide by them.
Learn how to u e the machine and it control afely and learn
how to top quickly. Al o learn to recognize the afety decal .
Only allow the machine to be u ed by adult who are familiar
with it u e.
Make ure nobody el e i in the area of the machine when you
tart the engine, engage the drive or run the machine.
Stop the machine if omeone enter the work area.
Clear the area of object uch a tone , toy , teel wire, etc.
that may become caught in the blade and thrown out.
Do Not Use this machine without the Discharge
Chute in p ace.
This Safety A ert Symbo indicates important messages in this manua . When
you see this symbo , carefu y read the message that fo ows and be a ert to the
possibi ity of persona injury.
NOTE:
If you have never u ed a Zero Turn
mower before, refer to the Operation
Control ection of thi manual before
attempting to operate one for the fir t
time.
Stop the engine and di connect the park plug before cleaning
the di charge deck.
Never take pa enger . The machine i only intended for u e
by one per on.
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Alway look around before and during rever ing maneuver .
Slow down before turning.
Shut down the mower deck when not mowing.
Be careful when rounding fixed object o that the blade do
not hit them.
Only operate the machine in daylight or other well-lit
condition .
Keep the machine a afe di tance from hole or other
irregularitie in the ground.
Never u e the machine if you are tired, if you have con umed
alcohol or if you are taking other drug or medication that can
affect your vi ion, judgment or coordination.
Beware of traffic when working near or cro ing a road.
Never leave the machine un upervi ed with the engine
running. Alway hut down the blade , engage the parking brake,
top the engine and remove the ignition key before leaving the
machine.
Never allow children or other per on not trained in the u e of
the machine to u e or ervice it. Local law may regulate the age
of the u er.
Make ure that you have fir t aid equipment clo e at hand
when u ing the machine.
Never u e the machine when barefoot. Alway wear
protective hoe or boot .

Alway wear approved protective gla e or a full vi or when
a embling or driving.
Ear Protection i recommended
Never wear loo e clothing that can get caught in moving part .
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Genera Use Continued…
Remember
The operator is responsib e for
avoiding dangers or accidents.
WARNING
When using the machine,
approved persona
protective equipment sha
be used. Persona
protective equipment
cannot e iminate the risk of
injury, but it wi reduce the
degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Ask
your retai er for he p in
choosing the right
equipment.
S ope Operation
Remove ob tacle uch a tone , tree branche , etc.
Mow up and down, not ide to ide. Never drive the rider on terrain that lope
more than 10 degree .
Avoid tarting or topping on a lope. If the tire begin to lip, hut down the
blade and drive lowly down the lope.
Alway drive evenly and lowly on lope .
Make no udden change in peed or direction.
Avoid unnece ary turn on lope , and if it prove nece ary, turn lowly and
gradually downward, if po ible.
Watch for hole , rut or bump . On uneven terrain, the machine can tip more
ea ily. Long gra can hide ob tacle .
Drive lowly and u e mall movement of the teering control .
Do not mow wet gra . It i lippery and the tire can loo e their grip o that
the machine lide .
Do not try to tabilize the machine by putting a foot on the ground.
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Remember
The operator is responsib e
for avoiding dangers or
accidents.
Seriou accident may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in
the area of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and
mowing work. Never a ume that children will tay put where you la t aw
them.
Keep children away from the mowing area and under clo e upervi ion
by another adult.
Shut off the machine if children enter the work area.
Never allow a child to ride with you.
Never allow children to operate the machine.
Be extra cautiou near corner , bu he , tree , or other object that
block your view.
Chi dren

MOWING SAFETY
•WARNING – Petro is high y f ammab e.
- store fue in containers specifica y designed for this purpose;
- refue outdoors on y and do not smoke whi e refue ing;
- add fue before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fue tank or add petro whi e the engine
is running or when the engine is hot.
- if petro is spi ed, do not attempt to start the engine but move the machine away from the area of spi age and
avoid creating any source of ignition unti petro vapors have dissipated;
- rep ace a fue tanks and container caps secure y.
•Rep ace fau ty si encers;
•before using, a ways visua y inspect to see that the b ades, b ade bo ts and cutter assemb y are not worn
or damaged. Rep ace worn or damaged b ades and bo ts in sets to preserve ba ance;
•on mu ti-b aded machines, take care as rotating one b ade can cause other b ades to rotate.
MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE
•Keep a nuts, bo ts and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition;
•never store the equipment with petro in the tank inside a bui ding where fumes can reach an open f ame or
spark;
•a ow the engine to coo before storing in any enc osure;
•to reduce the fire hazard, keep the engine, si encer, battery compartment and petro storage area free of grass,
eaves, or excessive grease;
•check the grass catcher frequent y for wear or deterioration;
•rep ace worn or damaged parts for safety;
•if the fue tank has to be drained, this shou d be done outdoors.
•when machine is to be parked, stored or eft unattended, ower the cutting means un ess a positive mechanica
ock is used.
TRAINING
A drivers shou d seek and obtain professiona and practica instruction. Such instruction shou d emphasize:
•the need for care and concentration when working with ride-on machines;
•contro of a ride-on machine s iding on a s ope wi not be regained by the app ication of the brake. The main
reason for oss of contro are:
i) insufficient whee grip;
ii) being driven too fast;
iii) inadequate braking;
iv) the type of machine is unsuitab e for its task;
v) ack of awareness of the effect of ground conditions, especia y s opes;
vi) incorrect hitching and oad distribution.
OPERATION
•Do not operate the engine in a confined space where dangerous carbon monoxide fumes can co ect;
•when using any attachments, never direct discharge of materia toward bystanders nor a ow anyone
near the machine whi e in operation;
•never operate the machine with defective guards, or without safety protective devices in p ace;
•do not change the engine governor settings or over speed the engine. Operating the engine at excessive
speed can increase the hazard of persona injury;
•disengage drive to attachments, stop the engine, and disconnect the spark p ug wire(s) or remove the
ignition key:
- before c earing b ockages or unc ogging chute;
- before checking, c earing or working on the machine;
- after striking a foreign object. Inspect the machine for damage and make repairs before restarting and
operating the equipment;
- if the machine starts to vibrate abnorma y (check immediate y);
•stop the engine and disengage drive to attachment:
- before refue ing;
- before removing the grass catcher;
- before making height adjustment un ess adjustment can be made from the operator’s position
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
Operator Presence System
Be ure the operator pre ence and interlock y tem are working properly. If your mower doe not function a
de cribed, repair the problem immediately.
The engine hould not tart unle the parking brake i engaged and the PTO (Blade Engagement
– See OPERATION FEATURES ection of thi manual) witch i di engaged (pre ed down).
When the engine i running, the operator hould never leave the eat without fir t etting the
parking brake and hutting off the engine.
When the engine i running and the PTO witch i engaged, any attempt by the operator to leave
the eat without fir t di engaging the PTO witch, hould hut off the engine.
When the engine i running and the control lever are rotated in, the operator hould never attempt
to leave the eat without rotating the control lever out, hutting off the engine and engaging the
parking brake.
The PTO witch hould never engage without the operator on the eat.
Tires
Maintain proper air pre ure in all tire (SEE SPECIFICATIONS).
Keep tire free of ga oline, oil, or in ect control chemical which can harm rubber.
Avoid tump , tone , deep rut , harp object and other hazard that may cau e tire damage.
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B ade Maintenance
CAUTION
Stop engine and remove ignition key for afety. Di connect park plug wire. Wear heavy, thick glove when
holding onto blade. Avoid the harp edge of the blade.
For be t re ult , mower blade mu t be kept harp. Replace bent or damage blade .
Safely rai e front of mower (SEE WARNING).
Hold or block blade from turning.
Loo en blade nut and remove blade.
Replace blade (SEE SPECIFICATIONS).
WARNING
When it i nece ary to rai e the mower for
any repair or ervice, u e jack tand to
provide adequate upport. DO NOT rely on
hydraulic or mechanical jack
Battery
The battery contain ulfuric acid and
electrolyte which are poi onou and
corro ive.
To c ean battery and termina s
Remove terminal guard.
Di connect the BLACK battery cable fir t, then the RED battery cable and remove the battery.
Rin e the battery with plain water and dry.
Clean terminal and battery cable end with wire bru h until hiny.
Coat terminal with grea e or petroleum jelly
Rein tall battery
Reconnect the battery cable
WARNING

CHARGING TIPS
•To avoid a battery explo ion, never attempt to charge a frozen
battery.
•Warning: Gel and AGM (Ab orbed Gla Mat) batterie require a
voltage-limited charger. Charging a Gel or AGM battery on a typical
hop charger, even one time, may greatly horten it life.
•Important: Never overcharge batterie . Exce ive charging will
horten battery life.
•Prior to charging, read the manufacturer’ in truction for proper
charger hook-up and u e.
•Turn off charger prior to hook-up to avoid dangerou park .
PROTECT YOUR EYES!
•Warning: If the electrolyte i acce ible, verify that plate are
covered before beginning to charge. At the end of charge, add
di tilled water a needed to bring level to the proper height. If
water i added, charge for an additional 30 minute to mix. If
electrolyte level are low but battery i not acce ible, remove
battery from ervice.
•The maximum charge rate in ampere hould be no more than 1/3
of the battery’ re erve capacity minute rating. If the terminal
voltage exceed 16.0 volt while charging, reduce the charge rate.
•Continue charging and reduce the rate a needed until a 2 hour
period re ult in no increa e in voltage or decrea e in current.
•If violent ga ing or pewing of electrolyte occur , or the battery
ca e feel hot to the touch, temporarily reduce or halt charging.
6 V 12 V 50 AMPS 30 AMPS 20 AMPS 10 AMPS
6.3 12.6 100%
6.2 12.4 75% 20 MIN. 35 MIN. 48 MIN. 90 MIN.
6.1 12.2 50% 45 MIN. 75 MIN. 95 MIN. 180 MIN.
6 12 25% 65 MIN. 115 MIN. 145 MIN. 280 MIN.
5.9 11.8 0% 85 MIN, 150 MIN. 195 MIN. 370 MIN.
FULL CHARGE
VOLTAGE
STANDARD
BATTERY
STATE
OF
CHARGE
APPROX. BATTERY CHARGING TIME *
TO FULL CHARGE AT 80oF/27oC
MAXIMUM RATE AT
* Te t wet batterie every 4-6 month and recharge if nece ary.
Alway te t and charge if nece ary before in tallation.
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Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves, and other debris that may have accumulated on the
machine. Allow the machine time to cool before cleaning or putting it in storage.
Wash mower periodically. Clean above and below deck.
Keep all electrical connections clean and tight.
Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary.
Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. SEE SPECIFICATION for belt part numbers and
SERVICE section of this manual for instructions on how to replace the belt.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES/SPECIFICATIONS
V-Belts
Engine
REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL
Overall Unit Care
Driving and Transport on Public Roads
Check applicable road traffic regulations before driving and transporting on public roads.
If the machine is transported, you should always use approved fastening equipment and ensure that the
machine is well anchored.
The cutting deck should also be lowered to the lowest position and the parking brake engaged.
3 Mulching Blade SystemBLADES
FRONT: 4.10x3.5-5 5/8 Bearing
REAR: 18 X 9.5 X 8
TIRE SIZE
27 + - 3 ft. lbsHYDRO Bolt Torque
PivotingFRONT AXLE
Spring AssistedDECK LIFT
15” Back w/ Arm Rest
6” Adjustable Slide
SEAT
Commercial Grade Eaton HydrostaticTRANSMISSION
Spring AssistedPARKING BRAKE
1.5” – 5”CUTTING HEIGHT
66”DECK WIDTH
LENGTH: 70”
WIDTH: 66 ¼” “
Including Deck
WEIGHT: 600 lbs
UNIT MEASUREMENTS
35 ft. lbsBLADE BOLT TORQUE
12V / Heavy Duty 300 CCA
Type U1L
BATTERY
FRONT: 50 psi Max
REAR: 22 psi Max
TIRE PRESSURE
0 – 6 mphGROUND SPEED
SEE ENGINE MANUALSPARK PLUG
SEE ENGINE MANUALOIL TYPE (SPI-SF-SJ):
DUAL 4.0 GAL TANKS
UNLEADED REGULAR
GASOLINE CAPACITY
AND TYPE
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SPECIFICATIONS
IMPORTANT: This engine is not 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.

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
X1,2
Replace Oil Filter
X
Check Operator
Pre ence
XX
Replace Spark Plug
X2
Clean Engine
Cooling Fin
X
In pect Muffler
X2
Clean Air Filter
X
Replace Fuel Filter
X1,2
Change Engine Oil
w/o filter
X1,2
Change Engine Oil
w/ filter
XX
Check Engine Oil
X
Check Belt
XX
Clean Battery &
Terminal
XX
Check Battery
X3
Sharpen/Replace
Mower Blade
XXX
Check for Loo e
Fa tener
X
Parking Brake
XX
XX
Before
Each
U e
Before
Storage
8 Hour 25 Hour 50 Hour 100 Hour Sea on
Check Brake
Operation
Check Tire
Pre ure
1 – Change more often when operating under a heavy load or in high ambient temperature
2 – Service more often when operating in dirty or du ty condition
3 – Replace blade more often when mowing in andy oil
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OPERATION and FEATURES
1. Throttle Control – U ed to control Engine
Speed
2. Hour Meter – Indicate hour of operation
3. PTO Switch – U ed to engage or
di engage the deck blade
4. Ignition Switch – U ed to tart or top the
engine
5. Deck Lift Handle – U ed to rai e and
lower the cutting deck
6. Control Lever – Set the peed of the mower in
both the forward and rever e direction and al o
turn the mower.
7. Hydro Bypa – Engage tran mi ion for
normal operation and di engage tran mi ion
for pu hing or pulling the unit
8. Fuel Tank – Dual 4.0 gal.
9. Seat Slide
10. Battery
11. Pivoting Front Axle
12. Di charge Chute
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OPERATION and FEATURES
Left Control Panel Right Control Panel
Rear of Unit
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4
5
7
10
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1. Throttle Control – U ed to control Engine
Speed
2. Hour Meter – Indicate hour of operation
3. PTO Switch – U ed to engage or
di engage the deck blade
4. Ignition Switch – U ed to tart or top the
engine
5. Deck Lift Handle – U ed to rai e and
lower the cutting deck
6. Control Lever – Set the peed of the mower in
both the forward and rever e direction and al o
turn the mower.
• Hydro Bypa – Engage tran mi ion for
normal operation and di engage tran mi ion
for pu hing or pulling the unit
• Fuel Tank – Dual 4.0 gal.
• Seat Slide
• Battery
• Pivoting Front Axle
• Di charge Chute

OPERATION
Starting
Operator mu t be itting in the eat. Control handle mu t be in the neutral
(outward) po ition. PTO mu t be in the di engage po ition (pu hed down).
Set choke (if needed), turn key and relea e a oon a engine tart . Adju t
throttle to half and hut choke off.
Be ure all people are clear of the area. Set engine RPM to maximum and then
engage the blade .
Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions
Do not attempt to cut wet gra
The average lawn hould be cut to 2 ½” during the cool ea on and to over 3”
during the hot month . For healthier and better looking lawn , mow often and after
moderate growth.
A a rule , never cut more than 1/3 of the total gra blade length. Correct
mowing height can reduce weed and lawn di ea e.
For be t performance, gra over 6 inche in height hould be mowed twice.
The fir t cut hould be et relatively high and the econd et to the de ired height.
NOTE:
If you have never u ed a Zero
Turn mower before, refer to the
Operation Control ection of
thi manual before attempting
to operate one for the fir t time.
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Contro s
Be familiar with all control , their function and how to operate them before
tarting the machine.
Motion control lever on each ide of the con ole control the direction of
movement. SEE FIGURE BELOW
Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is very s ight
Contro Hand es
Neutral Po ition Slow Forward Fa t Forward
OPERATION
90 Degree Right Turn 90 Degree Left Turn Slow Rever e
360 Degree Right Turn 360 Degree Left Turn
NOTE:
If you have never u ed a Zero
Turn mower before, refer to the
Operation Control ection of
thi manual before attempting
to operate one for the fir t time.
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SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS
Pu h out on the Deck Lift Handle and rai e or lower the deck to the de ired po ition.
Po ition 1 i the lowe t etting and Po ition 8 i the highe t po ition
The cutting range i from approximately 1 ½” to approximately 5”
Adjusting The Cutting Height
TOOLS REQUIRED:
2 - ½” Wrenche or ½” Socket with drive ratchet
Lower the cutting deck down to the lowe t po ition (po ition 1)
Loo en the nut on the top ide of the deck hanger bracket (3 place ) where the lift chain attach to.
With all three loo e on top of the bracket the deck hould now et on the ground re ting on the roller
wheel .
Tighten the nut on the top of the lift bracket making ure that all three lift chain are pulled tight.
Lift deck u ing the deck lift handle to the de ired po ition
Deck Leve ing
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Parking Brakes
The Swi her ZTR2866BS i equipped with An Automatic Parking Brake y tem on each control
handle.
When the control handle are in the out mo t po ition the parking brake are on.
Adju tment for the y tem i located on the end of the brake cable at the hydro pan & frame.
Rai e the rear wheel off the ground
Di engage the hydro to be adju ted with the hydro relea e handle at the rear of the unit.
Adju t o that the brake i not on when the handle are in the operator po ition. The wheel hould
turn freely.
The wheel hould not turn when the handle i moved to the engaged or outward po ition.
To tighten the brake, turn the adju tment nut toward the end of the cable
Recheck adju tment with control handle
Lower unit back to the ground
Reengage the hydro at the rear of the unit
WARNING
When it i nece ary to rai e the mower for any
repair or ervice, u e jack tand to provide
adequate upport. DO NOT rely on hydraulic or
mechanical jack

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS
Deck Be t Routing &
Rep acement
Di connect park plug wire
Apply parking brake
Lower the deck to it lowe t po ition
Remove the belt cover
Di connect ten ion idler
Roll the belt over the top of the deck pulley
Remove belt
Remova
In tall new belt by placing it around
the deck pulley . Refer to routing
diagram below.
The belt will be loo e at thi time
Tightly ecure the belt ten ion back
to it original po ition
Rein tall the belt cover
Reconnect park plug wire
Rep acement
Front of Unit
For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Part
Quick Reference Chart in thi manual
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Hydro Be t Routing & Rep acement
Di connect park plug wire
Apply parking brake
Di connect wiring from electric clutch
Remove clutch top weldment (9973TK)
Remove the engine to deck belt
Di connect idler pring
Di connect ten ion idler
Remove belt from the engine pulley and from
the Hydro pulley
Remova
In tall new belt by placing it around
the engine pulley and the hydro
pulley . Refer to routing diagram
below.
The belt will be loo e at thi time
Tightly ecure the belt ten ion back
to it original po ition
Rein tall the belt from the engine to
the deck
Reconnect wiring to the electric
clutch
Reconnect park plug wire
Rep acement
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS
Engine Pulley
Idler Pulley
For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Part
Quick Reference Chart in thi manual
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