Visit us at: www.swisherinc.com OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. WB11542F THE FINISHING TOUCH Important! Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions before operating this equipment. Rev. 42” FINISH CUT MOWER SELF PROPELLED WALK BEHIND Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O.
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.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND DECALS 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. • Read the manual. Learn to operate this machine safely.
• 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.
OPERATING YOUR NEW CUTTER 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 widevision 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.
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS Stop engine, let all moving parts come to a complete stop. Disconnect spark plug. BLADE SPINDLE BELT TRANSMISSION BELT BLADE DRIVE BELT BELTS CONFIGURATION BLADE SPINDLE BELT REPLACEMENT REMOVAL • • • • • Stop engine, let all moving parts come to a complete 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.
WHEEL DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT REMOVAL • • • • • Stop engine, let all moving parts come to a complete 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”).
TK = Textured Black Parts When ordering painted parts, please indicate with corresponding letters: C = Red Parts OVERALL ASSEMBLY
REPLACEMENT PARTS When ordering painted parts, please indicate with corresponding letters: C = Red Parts; TK = Textured Black Parts (ex.
REPLACEMENT PARTS When ordering painted parts, please indicate with corresponding letters: C = Red Parts; TK = Textured Black Parts (ex.
THE FINISHING TOUCH 42” FINISH CUT MOWER SELF PROPELLED WALK BEHIND OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. WB11542F Each cutter has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. The model number for the cutter will be found on the right hand side of the motor base. The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. All cutter parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer.
