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Swisher RTB12544A Owner's Manual page 6

44” rough cut trail cutter

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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.
•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 TrailCutter brake system has been set at the factory
the consumer should not alter any part of the brake system.
BREAKING IN YOUR CUTTER
Set the vehicle parking brake and chock the wheels to prevent accidental rolling.
While the engine is running, slowly, engage blade control.
In a safe environment, (i.e. no children or pets) allow blades to rotate and engine to
idle for 5 minutes, breaking in the belt for a longer life.
Stop cutter.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See engine manufacturer's recommendations for the type and amount of oil and fuel used.
Make 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.
Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel.
Check all electrical connections for build-up of debris.
Set engine idle to "CHOKE" position.
Turn key to the "RUN" position.
Pull rope with a single fluid motion.
(12V models only) Turn key to the "RUN" position, then to the "START" position.
Set engine idle at maximum RPM for best performance.
Allow engine to run a few moments before engaging blades.
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 is best done while the tow vehicle and Trailcutter are connected.
Loosen nuts NB182 from u-bolts 9855 enough so that "L" hitch 18353TK can slide freely.
Raise or lower hitch section to obtain proper front to back adjustment.
Tighten nuts and u-bolts to "L" hitch securely.
CAUTION: SHUT OFF THE CUTTER ENGINE AND REMOVE SPARK
PLUG WIRE FROM SPARK PLUG BEFORE MAKING ANY
ADJUSTMENTS TO THE CUTTER.
See detail on page 16 figure – 8
See figure 2, pg 11
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