Swisher E4-U3006 Owner's manual

SWISHER OWNER’S/OPERATOR’S MANUAL
E4-U3006 MULTIPURPOSE
CULTIVATOR TOOL
Part Number 81957 Rev. 12/2007
Minimize the risk of injury to yourself and others! Read this
manual and familiarize yourself with the contents. Always wear
eye and hearing protection when operating this unit.
WARNING!

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Introduction
The Swisher E4-U3006 M-TC Multipurpose
Cultivator Tool is designed and built to
deliver superior performance and reliability
without compromise to quality, comfort,
safety or durability. As an owner/operator,
you’ll soon discover for yourself why
Swisher is simply in a class by itself!
Throughout this manual are special
“attention statements”.
Attention Statements
WARNING!
A statement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word “WARNING” contains informa-
tion that should be acted upon to
prevent serious bodily injury.
CAUTION!
A statement preceded by the word
“CAUTION” contains information
that should be acted upon to prevent
mechanical damage.
IMPORTANT!
A statement preceded by the word
“IMPORTANT” is one that possesses spe-
cial significance.
NOTE:
A statement preceded by the word “NOTE”
contains information that is handy to know
and may make your job easier.
DANGER!
Astatement preceded by the
triangular attention symbol and the
word “DANGER” contains informa-
tion that should be acted upon to
prevent serious injury or death.
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IMPORTANT!
The procedures described in this manual
are intended to help you get the most from
your unit as well as to protect you and
others from harm. These procedures are
guidelines for safe operation under most
conditions, and are not intended to replace
any safety rules and/or laws that may be
in force in your area. If you have questions
regarding your power tool, or if you do not
understand something in this manual, con-
tact Swisher Inc. at [phone], or go
to www.swisherinc.com for asssitance. You
may also contact Swisher at the address
printed on the back of this Manual.
Never operate this tool or any
other power equipment if you are
tired, ill, or under the influence of
alcohol, drugs, or any substance
that could affect your ability or
judgement.
Warning labels affixed to the machine
are as follows:
Read and follow this manual, make
sure anyone using the pruner does
likewise. Failure to do so could
result in serious personal injury or
machine failure. Keep this manual
for future reference.
Always wear a hard hat to reduce the
risk of head injuries during operation
of this machine. In addition, always
wear eye and hearing protection.
Swisher recommends wearing a face
shield as additional face and eye
protection.
Contents
General Safety Instructions......................3
Safety Labels..............................................3
Operating Precautions..............................4
Product Description..................................5
Specifications.............................................5
Assembly....................................................6
Operating ...................................................8
Maintenance ..............................................9
Troubleshooting Guide ..........................10
Swisher Inc. reserves the right to make
changes to products without prior notice,
and without obligation to make alterations
to units previously manufactured.
IMPORTANT!
The information contained in these
instructions describes units available at
the time of publication.
Beware of thrown objects. Keep
bystanders at least 15 M (50 feet)
away during operation.

IMPORTANT!
Safety and Operation Information Labels:
Make sure all information labels are
undamaged and readable. Immediately
replace damaged or missing information
labels. New labels are available. Contact
Swisher Inc. at [phone], or go to
www.swisherinc.com for asssitance..
Safety Labels
Figure 1
READ THE
OPERATOR’S MANUAL.
W EAR HEARING AND ANSIZ87.1
APPROVED EYE PROTECTION.
KEEP AW AY FROM
ROTATING TINES.
80278Shindaiwa Inc.
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This machine operates at very high
speeds and has the potential to do serious
damage if misused, abused or mishandled.
To reduce the risk of injury, you must
maintain control at all times, and observe
all safety precautions during operation.
Never permit a person without training or
instruction to operate this machine!
Stay Alert
You must be physically and mentally fit to
operate this unit safely.
General Safety Instructions WARNING!
Never make unauthorized
attachment installations.
WARNING!
Never operate power equip-
ment of any kind if you are tired or
if you are under the inuence of
alcohol, drugs, medication or any
other substance that could affect
your ability or judgement.
Never smoke or light res near the
unit.
Always stop the engine and allow it
to cool before refueling. Avoid over-
lling and wipe off any fuel that may
have spilled.
Never place ammable material
close to the engine mufer.
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Always move the unit to a place well
away from a fuel storage area or oth-
er readily ammable materials before
starting the engine. Use caution when
handling fuel. Move the power tool at
least 10 feet (3 meters) from the fuel-
ing point before starting the engine.
Never run the engine without the
spark arrester screen in place. Do
not operate the machine with the
mufer removed.
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WARNING!
Minimize the Risk of Fire
Be careful when operating on a slope
or on slippery terrain, especially dur-
ing rainy weather.
Never operate this machine around
buried electrical cables!
Do not operate the tiller/cultivator in
standing water.
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If the tines jam, switch the engine OFF,
disconnect the spark plug lead, and
inspect the tines, axles and gearcase for
damage.
Never operate the tiller/cultivator
around vines or roots that could tangle
in the tines and cause loss of control.
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Maintain a shallow working angle
and avoid steep angles of operation. A
steep working angle risks loss of con-
trol of the machine.
Transport the machine with the en-
gine OFF.
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Work Safely: Be Aware of the Working Environment

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MCLT23003
CAUTION!
Always maintain this unit according
to this owner’s manual and follow
the recommended scheduled
maintenance.
Never modify or disable any of the
unit’s safety devices.
Always use genuine Swisher parts
and accessories when repairing or
maintaining this unit.
Do not make unauthorized
modications to this unit.
Never allow the engine to run at
high RPM without a load. Doing so
could damage the engine.
When transporting the unit in a
vehicle, tie it down securely to
prevent damage and fuel spillage.
Always clear your work area of
trash or hidden debris to help
ensure good footing.
Keep the unit as clean as
possible. Keep it free of loose
vegetation, mud, etc.
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This Swisher Cultivator tool is speci-
cally designed for use on the Swisher
Multipurpose Tool Carrier. Installation
and/or use on any other model, brand
or type of power tool is not approved
by Swisher.Attempts to use on non-ap-
proved models can damage the equip-
ment and cause accidents, serious
injury or death.
Cultivator tines belts may move when
starting engine. Place the multipur-
pose tool on a smooth level surface
when starting.
Always make sure the E4-U3006
attachment is properly installed and
rmly tightened before operation.
Make sure there are no missing or
loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls are
working properly.
Do not operate the unit with the muf-
er removed.
Operate this unit only in a well venti-
lated area. Be aware of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning. Exhaust gases and
lubrication oil mist can cause serious
injury or death.
Always hold the machine rmly with
both hands when sweeping, and
maintain control at all times.
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Always stop the engine immediately
and check for damage if you strike a
foreign object or if the unit becomes
tangled. Do not operate with broken
or damaged equipment.
Stop the unit immediately if it sud-
denly begins to vibrate or shake. In-
spect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or attachments.
Never transport the unit nor set it
down with the engine running. An en-
gine that’s running could be acciden-
tally accelerated causing the drum
assemblies to rotate.
Always clear your work area of trash
or hidden debris that could be thrown
back at you or toward a bystander.
Always keep the handles clean.
Always disconnect the spark plug
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.
Always wear eye protection to shield
against thrown objects.
Always protect yourself from haz-
ards such as thorny brush and ying
debris by wearing gloves and close
tting clothing that covers arms and
legs. Never wear shorts. Don’t wear
loose clothing or items such as jew-
elry that could get caught in machin-
ery or underbrush. Secure long hair
so it is above shoulder level.
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The Properly Equipped Operator
Always operate with both hands
rmly gripping the unit.
Wear nonslip heavy-duty work
gloves to improve your grip on
the pole pruner handle. Wear
snug-tting clothes that also
permit freedom of movement.
NEVER wear shorts!
Always wear appropriate
hearing protection. Always wear eye and hearing protection. Swisher recommends
wearing a face shield as additional
face and eye protection.
Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip
soles to provide good footing. Steel-
toed safety boots are recommended.
Never operate unit bare-footed!
Keep a proper footing and do not
overreach—maintain your balance
at all times during operation.
Keep bystanders at least 15 meters away from
the unit while operating to reduce the risk of
being struck by thrown debris.
WARNING!
Use Good Judgement
Operating Precautions
Figure 2

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Outer Tube
Tines Debris Shield
Gearcase
Product Description
Specications
Multipurpose Cultivator Tool (w/debris shield & tines) ......................................................................................................... 6.7 lbs. (3.0 kg)
Gearcase Lubrication ..........................................................................................................................Mobil SCH 634 synthetic gear lubricant
Gear Reduction ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 49:1
Specifications are subject to change without notice.
Figure 3
Multipurpose Cultivator Tool
Using the illustration as a guide, familiar-
ize yourself with your machine and its
various components. Understanding your
machine helps ensure top performance,
long service life and safer operation.
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modications or alterations to any of
these units or their components.

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IMPORTANT!
The terms “left”, “left-hand”, and “LH”;
“right”, “right-hand”, and “RH”; “front”
and “rear” refer to directions as viewed by
the operator during normal operation.
WARNING!
Do not make unauthorized
modications or alterations to your
pruner or its components.
Using Figure 4 in the “Product Descrip-
tion” section as a guide, familiarize
yourself with the Swisher E4-U3006 Cul-
tivator Tool and its various components.
Understanding your unit helps ensure
top performance, longer service life, and
safer operation.
Before assembling, make sure you have
all the components required for a com-
plete unit:
Assembly
Prior to assembly
Outer Tube/Mainshaft Assembly
Tiller/Cultivator Tool Assembly
Kit containing hardware, owner/opera-
tor's manual, and a 5 mm hex key.
Carefully inspect all components for
damage.
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Tine Installation and Orientation
Figure 4
Tine installation directly affects the
cultivator’s ability to break new ground.
Using Figures 5 and 6 as a guide, deter-
mine the correct tine orientation for the
tilling/cultivating job at hand:
Install the tine assemblies to the
gearcase output shafts.
Secure each tine assembly with one
clevis pin and one hitch pin as shown.
1.
2.
WARNING!
Always switch the engine
OFF before working on the gear-
case or tines!
Hitch Pin
Tine Assemblies (hub
faces in)
Clevis Pin
MCLT23006
Tiller Leading edge out for
aggressive action in hard soils.
Tilling/Digging in Hard Soil
Leading
Edge
Out
Figure 5
MCLT23007
Weeding/Cultivating in Softer Soil
Cultivator Leading edge
in for weeding or turning
softer soils.
Leading
Edge In
Figure 6

Recommended
Strap and Hanger
Figure 10
P230, 231
REAL EPS
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Assembly
Press latch
With the pole pruner on a clean, flat surface,
loosen the coupler screw. The spring-loaded
coupler protector should pop up.
Press down on the latch with your finger
or thumb. This releases the coupler lock.
Pull the upper tube assembly out of the
coupler.
1.
2.
3.
Disassembling the tube sections
Tool assembly
Lower tube assembly
Coupler
Latch
Coupler screw
Knob
Locking hole
Latch protector (extended)
Slip off the protective covers from the
ends of both tubes, and loosen the cou-
pler screw knob.
Insert the tool assembly into the cou-
pler, with the tool decal facing up, until
the line of the decal is flush with the
end of the coupler.
Twist the tool assembly back and forth
until you are sure it snaps in place by
the coupler latch.
When the two tube halves are locked
together, press down on the spring-
loaded latch protector and tighten the
coupler screw knob.
2.
3.
4.
5.
Latch Protector (lowered)
Coupler Screw Knob
Coupler
Assembling tube sections
Place powerhead/lower tube assem-
bly on a clean, flat surface so that
both assemblies fit end to end. The
powerhead/lower tube assembly
should be facing positioned with the
locking hole in the tube end facing up.
1.
CAUTION!
Keep the open ends of the tubes
clean and free of debris!
Strap and Hanger
Although a strap and hanger is not
required for with this unit, it is recom-
mended to reduce operator fatigue during
extended periods of operation. Make sure
all hooks and adjusting devices are secure.
Adjust the harness shoulder strap so the
shoulder pad rests comfortably on the off-
side shoulder. See Figure 10.
Optional Accessories
Figure 8
Figure 9
Figure 7

MCLT23007
MCLT23006
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Tiller Leading edge out for aggressive action in hard soils.
Tilling/Digging in Hard Soil
Leading Edge
Out
Figure 11
Weeding/Cultivating in Softer Soil
Cultivator Leading edge in for weeding or turning softer soils.
Leading Edge In
Figure 12
Your Swisher Tiller/Cultivator Tool's
reversible tines allow you to quickly
change from operation as a cultivator-
weeder to an aggressive tiller for quickly
digging a new garden or landscaping plot.
For best operation in either mode:
WATER the area to be tilled at least 24
hours before your planned tilling opera-
tion; then water again about 3 hours
before the actual tilling.
PULL the tiller slowly toward you
when tilling or cultivating.
Use the correct method for the job:
FOR DEEP TILLING (up to 10"
depth) use full throttle while slowly
rocking the tiller back and forth over
the work area.
SHALLOW WEEDING in soft soils is
easiest when the tines are installed in
the cultivating configuration, with addi-
tional depth available by using a gentle
rocking motion as described above.
HEAVY WEEDS or weeding in
harder soils may require reversing
the tines to the more aggressive tiller
configuration.
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Operating Techniques
Operating
For detailed instructions on general
safety procedures, fueling, starting, and
stopping the powerhead assembly, refer
to the appropriate Owner’s Manual for
your machine.
WARNING!
KEEP CLEAR of tines dur-
ing starting operations! The drums
may rotate during startup.
WARNING!
BURN DANGER! The gear-
case will become very hot during
normal operation.
Starting and Fueling
NEVER operate the unit with the protective
devices (ignition switch, etc.) removed!
ALWAYS make sure the tool attachment
is properly installed and firmly tightened
before operation.
Use only authorized Swisher parts and
accessories with your Swisher Multipur-
pose Tool. Do not make modifications
to your machine without the written
approval of Swisher.
Checking Unit Condition
NEVER use a cracked or warped tine:
replace it with a serviceable one.
ALWAYS stop the engine immediately and
check for damage if you strike a foreign
object or if the machine becomes tangled.
Do not operate with broken or damaged
equipment.
NEVER allow the engine to run at high
RPM without a load. Doing so could dam-
age the engine.
NEVER operate a machine with worn or
damaged fasteners or attachment holders.

300 Hour Maintenance
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Maintenance WARNING!
Before performing any mainte-
nance, repair, or cleaning work on the
unit, make sure the engine and cutting
attachment are completely stopped.
Disconnect the spark plug wire before
performing service or maintenance.
WARNING!
Non-standard accessories,
cutting attachment, or replacement
parts may not operate properly with
your unit and may cause damage
and lead to personal injury.
Prior to each work day, perform the
following:
Remove all dirt and debris from the
engine, check the cooling fins and
air cleaner for clogging, and clean as
necessary.
Make sure nuts, bolts, and screws
(except carburetor idle speed adjust-
ing screws) are tight.
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Daily Maintenance
Carefully remove any accumulations of
dirt or debris from the muffler and fuel
tank. Check cooling air intake area at
base of crankcase. Remove all debris.
Dirt build-up in these areas can lead to en-
gine overheating, fire, or premature wear.
Clean any debris or dirt from the cut-
ting attachment.
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Check for loose or missing screws or
components. Make sure the cutter at-
tachment is securely fastened.
Check the entire unit for leaking fuel
or grease.
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IMPORTANT!
For detailed maintenance information
about your unit, consult the owner's
manual that was provided with it. If it has
been lost or misplaced, contact Swisher
for a replacement.
NOTE
Using non-standard replacement parts
could invalidate your Swisher warranty.
Gearcase Lubrication
The gearcase should be filled with 60 cc
(2.0 fl.oz.) of Mobil SHC634 Synthetic Gear
Oil. A maximum of 75-80 cc can be used,
but never to exceed 80 cc. Operation with
excessive oil level will result in high operat-
ing temperatures. Do not overfill!
Replacing the gearcase oil
Turn the gearcase to the LH side and
and allow all used gearcase oil to drain
into a small container.
4.
Figure 14
NOTE:
It may be necessary to use a heat gun to
soften the sealer material.
WARNING!
BURN DANGER! The gear-
case will be extremely hot after use!
Disconnect spark plug wire at engine.
Remove the LH Drum and axle assembly
(as viewed from the operating position).
Wipe the sideplate clean and remove four
screws (it is not necessary to remove the
gearcase from the outer tube).
Turn gearcase side plate to break the
seal and lift the plate from the gearcase.
See Figure 13.
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2.
3.
Figure 13
Inspect the sideplate for damage and
clean off all remaining liquid gasket mate-
rial with brake cleaner or acetone. Coat
the outer sealing flange of the sideplate
with Loctite Ultragrey Silicon Sealant or
Threebond No. 1104 Liquid Gasket.
Replace the cover and install the four
sideplate screws. Tighten securely.
Reinstall the drum and axle assembly
per the sweeper assembly instructions.
See page 11.
6.
7.
8.
Place the gearcase on the RH side and
supported so the outer tube is paral-
lel to the ground. Refill the gearcase
with 60 cc (2.0 fl.oz) of Mobil SHC634
Synthetic Gear Oil to the bottom of the
chamfer on the output gear. The cor-
rect oil depth is 5/8" (15.5 mm). See
Figure 14. DO NOT OVERFILL! Refer
to Figure 14.
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Troubleshooting Guide
Engine idle too high.
Broken clutch spring or worn clutch
spring boss.
Loose attachment holder.
Warped or damaged attachment.
Loose gearcase.
Tines rotates at engine
idle.
Excessive vibration.
Tines will not rotate.
Set idle: 2,750 (±250) min-1.
Replace spring/shoes as required,
check idle speed.
Inspect and re-tighten holders securely.
Inspect and replace attachment as
required.
Tighten gearcase securely.
Bent main shaft/worn or damaged
bushings.
Shaft not installed in powerhead or
gearcase.
Broken shaft.
Damaged gearcase.
Inspect and replace as necessary.
Inspect and reinstall as required.
Consult with a authorized
servicing dealer.
ADDITIONAL PROBLEMS
What To Check Possible Cause Remedy

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Swisher Inc.
P.O Box 67
Warrensburg, MO 64093
©2007 Swisher, Inc.
Part Number 81957
Rev. 12/07
Specifications subject to change without notice.