Swisher T1260, T1360 Lawn Mower User Manual


 
Stopping
Move blade clutch lever to disengage position.
Turn key switch to the OFF position.
Attaching Mower to Tow Vehicle
Place mower behind tractor and back tractor up
to it for attaching.
Slide tow bar of mower over tractor drawbar so
that holes line up.
Insert hitch pin until it extends through the
bottom of the tow bar.
Place safety latch over end of the hitch pin. The
red tether is used to manually disengage the
blades in normal operation, and automatic
disengage the blades if the tow vehicle
becomes separated from the Trailmower.
A black tether is used to manually engage the
blades of the Trailmower without leaving the
operator position.
It is important that you securely attach both
the blade engage and disengage tether to
the tow vehicle.
Transporting Your Mower
Disengage blades.
Shut off mower engine.
Place mower deck in the highest cutting
position.
Starting to Mow
Adjust mower cutting height.
Start mower engine.
Move throttle to RUN position.
Move mower blade clutch lever to the engaged
position to start mower blades.
Mower Height Adjustment
The mowing height range is approximately 1-
1/2 to 4-1/2 inches. The heights are measured
from the ground to the blade tip with the engine
not
running.
The average lawn should be cut to
approximately 2-1/2 inches during the cool
season and to over 3 inches during hot months.
For healthier and better-looking lawns, mow
often and after moderate growth.
For best cutting performance, grass over 5
inches in height should be mowed twice. Make
the first cut relatively high, the second to
desired height.
The operation of any mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the
eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye
shields before starting your mower and while mowing. We recommend wide vision
safety mask for over the spectacles or standard safety glasses.
Caution:
Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that
children will remain where you last saw them.
Operating Your New Mower
Caution:
Never operate this mower
without both safety tethers
securely attached to the tow
vehicle.
Caution:
Never operate the
mower without
both discharge chute cover in
place.
Caution:
Shut off mower and remove
spark plug wire before making
any adjustments to the mower.
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