44” rough cut trail cutter owner`s manual
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1. 42 Bolt 3 8 16 X 2 1 2 NB221 13 Tube Hitch 14 16 Pin Clevis 3 8 X 3 75 Bolt 3 8 16 X 1 1 4 Kit Replacement Hitch Assembly Note Spacer 18974 item 9 is used when pulling straight with hitch tube 18832 item 13 When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 11 Nems Description Part MOBILITY amp COVER 3 Single PointPivotBlock 4007 ASSEMBLIES 6 12 3JamNu NB118 FIGURE 3 8 HeightAdjustRod 4006 9 Knob Height Adjustment H7K Bolt 5 16 X 18 UNC X 75 Flange Head re Cover Rear 12 5HP Model Shown 17 Cover Rear 14 5HP Model Not Shown 10290 1 8 X 1 Cotter Pin 13 When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 12 Description Pat DECK ASSEMBLY Bracket Remote Cable Detent 15006 8 ZBracket Jack Support__ 15055 9 Remote Cable Mount BoltOn 15059 When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 13 BLADE DRIVER ASSEMBLY FIGURE 5 Description Part Washer 1 X 2 X 14GA Pulley Blade 10 3125 6 18844 8 Washer USSFlat 12 NB555 9 Blade Driver Housing 4858 Bolt 1 2 13 X 2 Washer 1 X 1 1 2 X 10GA 10358 Washer 3 4 X 1 1 4 X 18GA Bolt 3 4 10 X 2 1 2 Note The pulley stump jumper blades blade hardware and housing hardware are not included with the 12. battery charger for a minimum of 1 hour but no more than 2 hours at a rate of 6 to 10 amps Attach battery cables to battery if so equipped Red wire to positive FIRST and black wire to negative SECOND Reconnect spark plug wire Refer to Owner s Manual pg 5 for proper operating procedures 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 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 INTENDED USE The 44 Rough Cut Trail Cutter 1s designed to clear dense areas of grass and cut saplings up to 1 1 2 inch thick 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 e Back vehicle up to desired towing position e Offset the Trail Cutter to the side opposite tow vehicle dischar
3. such as guards and deflectors in THIS DEFLECTOR MUST BE IN PLACE BEFORE OPERATING MOWER KEEP ALL SHIELDS IN PLACE OD36 DEFLECTOR DECAL AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH Read and follow owner s manual Keep hands and feet away from discharge area and blades Avoid sudden turns sudden changes in direction sudden changes in speed Go up and down slopes not across machine stops going uphill stop blade and back slowly down dir fr a place and operating ee E Remove objects that could be thrown by the blade Im ENGAGE LAD E DESK Know safe operating instructions before starting n ODIO ENGAGE DECAL OD45 WARNING DECAL OD99112 LARGE SWISHER LOGO OD99 OFF RUN DECAL OD28 OFF RUN START DECAL 10 FRONT SKIRT ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 Item Description Part 1 Bolt Serr Flange 1 4 20 X 3 4 GR5 ZY NB690 2 Washer Fender 1 4 1 1 400 Gr2ZY 11520 3 Rubber Flapper 10384 4 Nut Serr Flange 1 4 20 Grade 5 ZY NB524 HITCH ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 Item Description Parts 1 Plug 175X10 14GASqTube 18834 2 Pin SafetyHitch3 8X21 2 DO 3 Weldment LHith 18829 4 Washer SAEFlat3 8 NB272 5 3 8 16 3 NB150 6 Nut Nyloc3 8 16 182 8 Pin Hair 39 NB127 9 Spacer StraightHitth____ 18974 10 Pin Clevis 3 8 X 2 5 11 Arm Hitch Weldment 10369
4. 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
5. which vary from state to state This 15 a limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson Moss Act of 1975 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 n th s manual As with all power equipment lawn mowers and cutters can be potentially dangerous f improperly used 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 e Read manual Learn to operate this machine safely e 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 e 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 e Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with these instructions to operate this machine Never allow children t
6. 16 Carefully mount tow vehicle and start mowing at a slow travel speed STOPPING THE CUTTING SESSION Bring tow vehicle to a complete stop set the parking brake and disengage blades Turn key switch to the OFF position Always remember to remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage SUGGESTED CUTTING PRACTICES Operate cutter engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and maximum material discharge Allow wet grass to dry Wet grass will clump and collect under the mowing deck Cutter should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe mowing conditions permit Cutting speed should not exceed 5 MPH Cutting conditions and the types of grass will vary from place to place You may find when cutting dense areas that the pressure of the wheel tracks may cause the grass to be pushed down and not effectively mowed If this happens you may want to mow the area twice Once with the cutter raised and the second cutting at the desired height The second cutting should be at a right angle from the previous for best results e Reducing the travel speed will help cut dense growth This allows blades the time necessary to make its initial cut and regain momentum to continue cutting and discharging debris properly The engine may stall if you are mowing too fast e Do not attempt to cut areas that the tow vehicle cannot maneuver through and or slopes that you do not feel comfortable riding CUTTER MAIN
7. 8905 replacement blade driver kit When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 14 ENGINE PULLEY ASSEMBLY FIGURE 6 tem Description Partt Engine B amp S 5 16 18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 1 NOT ACTUAL 5 16 18 X 1 1 4 Serrated Flange Bolt NB253 5 16 USS Flat Washer ZP NB556 ENGINE USED RT44 Belt Guide 4867 6 Spacer For Engine Pulle BB105S REF ONLY Bolt Serr Flange 5 16 18 X1 3 4 ZY Gr5 NB515 MEN Engine Pulley 4 25 OD 1 1 4 ID BB105 9 1 4 X 1 Key Stock 9031 Spacer Lower For Engine Pulle BB105SL TR150W Washer Belleville Engine Pulle 699 7 16 20 X 1 HCF GR5 ZP NB452N 1 14 Oil Drain Cap AS123 5 16 18 Nyloc Nut NB181 Oil Drain Valve AS122 7 NOTE HUB FACES Dw HS 10 BELT ENGAGE CONFIGURATION FIGURE 7 Item Description Part NB121 NB180 5 NB250 6 ClutchCableClevis 19 7 4898 NB102 9 1 4 SAE Washer NB274 10 5 64 X 3 A Cotter Pin NB519 11 5 16 18 Nyloc Nut NB181 Spacer 995 1 3 8 Washer NB196 Y 5 16 18 X 1 HCC GR5 ZP S N J T 16 Washer Belleville _ 699 1 2 X 1 9 16 Shoulder Bolt 1 4 20 HX Nut ZP 3 8 16 X 2 1 2 HTC GR5 ZP 3 8 16 HNC GR2 ZP 3 8 SAE Washer O NO OO O U When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 15 CONSOLE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 8 Itemz Description Pat item Description Part 1 4 SAE Washer 6 Key Sw
8. DD DNO PRG RR gs wi ORANGE STRIPE GREEN HITE w ORANGE STRIPE 10299 17 ENGINE TO BLADE PULLEY CONFIGURATION FIGURE 11 BLADE DRIVER PULLEY P N 4846 IDLER PULLEY P N B527 BELT P N 50 ENGINE PULLEY P N BB105 Notes 18 REPAIR PARTS Your 44 Trailcutter has been produced with components designed specific to this machine Although standard V belts springs bearings blades pulleys hardware etc look similar to parts used on other machinery they may in some cases be made of a different construction and or materials Mowers equipped with a 14 5HP engine have a separate 2 5 gallon fuel tank CARBON CANISTER ASSEMBLY Only used on CA models California Compliant Bolt Serr Flange 1 4 20 X 1 3 4 Cap Fuel a Bolt 10 24x34 024203 9 Bracket CarbonCanister 17127 13 12V Wiring Harness 14 5HP Engine 10299 13 14 9087 15 3623 When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 19 HITCH MOUNTING BRACKET ROUGH CUT SHOWN Part of mower POSITION 1 HITCH MOUNTING BRACKET ag FINISH CUT SHOWN x Part of mower FLIP THIS PART FOR OPPOSITE OFFSET HITCH MOUNTING BRACKET ROUGH CUT SHOWN o Part of mower POSITION 3 C POSITION 4 Not available on all units HITCH MOUNTING BRACKET FINISH CUT SHOWN Part of mower RECOMMENDED HITCH CONF
9. IGURATIONS AND FLIP THIS PART FOR OPPOSITE OFFSET 20 SUGGESTED GUIDE FOR SIGHTING SLOPES FOR SAFE OPERATION ONLY RIDE UP AND DOWN HILL NOT ACROSS HILL 15 DEGREES MAX WARNING To avoid serious injury operate your tractor up and down the face of slopes never across the face Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees Make turns gradually to prevent tipping or loss of control Exercise extreme caution when changing direction on slopes 1 Fold this page along dotted line indicated above 2 Hold page before you so that its left edge is vertically parallel to a tree trunk or other upright structure 3 Sight across the fold in the direction of hill slope you want to measure 4 Compare the angle of the fold with the slope of the hill 181096 10 23 01 Printed in U S A 21 NOTES 22 NOTES 23 www swisherinc com OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO STARTING SERIAL L112 317001 POL12544X POL12544XEX POL14544X POL14544X CA POL14544XEX RC12544BS RC12544BSXP RC14544BS RC14544BS CA RC14544BSXP A IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment 44 ROUGH CUT TRAIL CUTTER Each mower has its own model number Each engine has its own model number The model number for the mower will be found on the right hand side of the motor mount The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the valve cover All mower part
10. RY GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING The unit is not cutting level e Level deck Check air pressure of all tires make sure they are equal See tires for maximum inflation e Without the engine running make certain blades are installed identically The engine will not start e Disengage blades turn key switch to the OFF position check battery and all other electrical connections and inspect spark plug and wire e Contact engine manufacturer or qualified mechanic Engine runs poorly e See engine manual e Check the throttle adjuster e Replace fuel clean fuel filter and fuel line e Check spark plug and gap Cutter bounces excessively while towing e Decrease tire pressure e Tow at a lower speed IF PROBLEMS PERSIST HAVE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC SERVICE THE CUTTER NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT THAT YOU ARE NOT SURE IS CORRECT DOING SO CAN CAUSE OTHER PROBLEMS SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately 1f damaged Order by part number from Swisher 1 800 222 8183 8 5 CT M F x KR OD39 SWISHER FLAG DECAL OD82 44 RUGGED CUT DECAL DO NOT EXCEED gt MPH T DANGER 4 SPINNING BLADES Mi OD33 5MPH DECAL Keep clear e Contact can injure OD29 DANGER DECAL Look down and behind before and while moving OD5 5 DANGER DECAL backwards Do operate when children or others are around Never carry children or others as passengers Keep safety devices
11. TENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this cutter 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 BEFORE EACH SEASON A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer e Replace the spark plug e Clean or replace the air filter e Check blades and belts for wear BEFORE EACH USE e Check engine oil level Do this twice to ensure an accurate reading e Check condition of air filter and clean or replace if necessary e Check blade operation e Check for loose fasteners e Lubricate threads of adjustment rod P N 4006 See Fig 3 pg 12 DAILY MAINTENANCE Make sure all nuts and bolts are tight and cotter pins and retainer springs are secure Keep blades sharp Observe all safety precautions 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 while on the cutter 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 CAUTION DO NOT HANDLE CUTTER BLADES WITH BARE HANDS CARELESS OR IMPROPER HANDLING MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS INJU
12. epair 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 1s designed to bring the blades to a quick stop approximately 7 seconds Each Trailcutter brake system has been set at the factory For safety the consumer should not alter the braking system ASSEMBLY Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection Refer to Fig 2 pg 11 Attach hitch assembly parts to front of mower Insert 3 8 16 X 2 bolt through the center hole of the plate and secure with 3 8 16 nut Tighten nut tight until tube 1s clamped then back off turn to allow tube to pivot Insert 3 8 16 X 2 bolt through one of the holes that form a circular pattern and secure with 3 8 16 nut The L hitch can be adjusted up or down to level the deck from front to back Check engine oil All engines are filled with oil at the factory Verify oil level and add 1f necessary before starting engine See Engine Owner s Manual Verify fuel level and add if necessary before starting engine Check the battery if so equipped If battery 1s put into service after the month amp year of the date on the battery then 1t may need to be charged with a 12 volt
13. ge if any This prevents the tow vehicle from throwing grass into Trail Cutter engine e Using the H11 safety pin connect hitch to the vehicle your machine will be towed with Once attached adjust the level of the mower by sliding the hitch up or down within the L hitch and inserting the pins through an alternative set of holes securing with hair pins TRANSPORTING CUTTER Stop Trail Cutter e Place Trail Cutter deck in its highest position e When transporting without the use of a tow vehicle remove spark plug wire and place it where it cannot contact the spark plug STOPPING THE ENGINE e sure the tow vehicle parking brake 15 set e Disengage cutting blades Reduce engine to idle speed and allow engine to run momentarily for cooling e Turn the key to the off position ENGAGING BLADES Note Do not attempt to start the unit with the T handle console in the ENGAGED position Engage blades by pulling down the T handle lever into the horizontal position Return lever to the vertical position to disengage blades See Fig 8 pg 16 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 the consumer should not alter any part of the brake system BREAKING IN YOUR CUTTER e Set vehicle parking brake and chock the wheels to prevent accidental rolling e While the eng
14. ine is running slowly engage blade control e Ina safe environment 1 e no children or pets allow blades to rotate and engine to idle for 5 minutes breaking in the belt for a longer life e Stop cutter STARTING THE ENGINE See engine manufacturer s recommendations for the type and amount of oil and fuel used Trail Cutters equipped with an electric start engine will need a battery sold separately Swisher recommends using a standard Ul battery e sure the tow vehicle parking brake is set mower is level and blades are disengaged Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil Do not overfill e Check spark plug wire oil and fuel e Check all electrical connections for buildup of debris e Set engine idle to CHOKE position Turn key to the RUN position e rope with a single fluid motion e 12 models only Turn key to the RUN position then to the START position e Set engine idle at maximum RPM for best performance e Allow engine to run a few moments before engaging blades PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE MAKING ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CUTTER CAUTION SHUT OFF THE CUTTER ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK 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 law
15. itch Lock Washer 8 Key E Key Switch 12 5HP Engine 9 Key Switch 12 Volt 14 5HP Engine 1 4 20 X 2 1 2 HCC GR2 ZP NB163 Hitch Alternate mounting location When mounting the console assembly 1t may be necessary to mount 1t directly to the hitch tube depending on the vehicle you are towing 1t with Some vehicle configurations will allow the console to be mounted to the vehicle 1 e ATV rack Place the console weldment 4575 on top of the hitch tube and assemble the console mount plate 4852 from underneath the hitch tube using the hardware provided Make sure the wiring harness 15 secure and will not drag the ground Periodically check to make sure all hardware 15 tight and the wiring harness is secure NEVER operate this machine without the wiring harness being secure When ordering replacement parts USE PAINT CODE TK BLACK 16 WIRING DIAGRAM 12 5HP ENGINE FIGURE 9 RED 4 Y GREEN RED 04005 aa l im E l ie zu le KEY SWITCH 10385 KSH oa ee enge CONSOLE WIRING DIAGRAM 14 5HP ENGINE FIGURE 10 ri g g S 1 2N ih This varing comes with the engine a ood MAG FUELI BATTERY rv U RD ur SHUT bc OFF ENGINE 1 ET LARGE RED SOLENOID ur F4 LI DL DL D DL LL REN DH ERE EH END K
16. o operate this machine e Clear area of objects such as rocks toys wire etc that can be picked up and thrown by the blade e Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Be aware of 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 e No riders e 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 Turn off blades when not cutting Before leaving the machine turn off blades and stop the engine Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways Do not operate the cutter f it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the mower vibrates excessively Excessive vibration 15 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 R
17. s FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT For best cutting results the cutter deck should be parallel to the ground To check parallel adjustment measure the distance from the bottom edge of the deck in both the front and rear of the deck This adjustment 1s best done while the tow vehicle and Trail Cutter are connected Remove hair pins NB127 from clevis pins 18842 so L hitch 18829 can be repositioned e Raise or lower hitch section to obtain proper front to back adjustment e Insert clevis pins in the desired hitch position and secure with hair pins 6 CUTTER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT There 15 approximately 4 of height adjustment Rotate height adjust crank handle n a clockwise direction to lower the mower deck Rotate counter clockwise to lift mower deck Dense areas should be cut twice Push handle down to lock height position TOW HITCH OFFSET When offsetting the cutter do so to the side opposite the discharge of the tow vehicle Swisher recommends if the tow vehicle 15 equipped with a mid mount mower to overlap the cut approximately 6 This may vary depending on mowing terrain obstacles and or tow vehicle Always keep safety the first priority Always keep the tow vehicle cutter raised higher than the Trail Cutter STARTING TO CUT Adjust the cutting height Double check vehicle to cutter attachment Start mower engine and set throttle to FAST for best cutting performance Slowly engage T handle lever See Fig 8 pg
18. s listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher or your nearest Swisher dealer All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your mower WHEN ORDERING PARTS PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION AVAILABLE PRODUCT RC44 TRAIL CUTTER SERIAL NUMBER MODEL NUMBER ENGINE MODEL NUMBER TYPE PART NUMBER PART DESCRIPTION TELEPHONE 1 800 222 8183 FAX 1 660 747 8650 SWISHER 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE WARRENSBURG MO 64093 www swisherinc com CHANGING YOUR LANDSCAPE SINCE 1945
19. www swisherinc com OWNER S MANUAL MODEL NO STARTING SERIAL L112 317001 POL12544X POL12544XEX POL14544X POL14544X CA POL14544XEX RC12544BS RC12544BSXP RC14544BS RC14544BS CA RC14544BSXP A IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660 747 8183 FAX 660 747 8650 U S A 17338 REV 12 317 44 ROUGH CUT TRAIL CUTTER Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts Made In The LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer s warranty to the original consumer purchaser 15 This product is free from defects n 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 15 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 engine manufacturer and in no way is Swisher or its agents responsible for the engine warranty The Briggs amp Stratton Engine Service Hot Line is 1 800 233 3723 2 Commercial Use This product s not intended for commercial use and carries no commercial warranty 3 Limitations This
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