Alternative Stopping Method; Transporting Mower; Suggested Mowing Practices; General Trouble Shooting - Swisher T14560A Owner's Manual

ALTERNATIVE STOPPING METHOD
,, Bring vehicleto completestop,shutoff engine,andsetparkingbrake.
,, Disengage bladeengage lever(17611).
,, Manuallyshuttoggleandkey switchesto their "OFF" positions.
,, Alwaysremember to removekeysto avoid irresponsible usage.
TRANSPORTING MOWER
. Stop mower properly.
. Place mower deck in its highest position.
. If transporting unattached from tow vehicle, then remove spark plug wire and place
where it cannot contact the spark plug.
SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES
. Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and
maximum material discharge.
. Allow wet grass to dry. Clumps of wet grass will collect under the mowing deck.
. Mowing should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe
mowing conditions permit. This speed should not exceed 5 MPH.
. The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2.5" during the cool season and
to over 3" during the hot months.
. For a healthier lawn and better aesthetics, your lawn should be mowed often and
after moderate growth.
. When cutting high or dense grass areas go slowly. Some areas may need to be
mowed twice. The second cut should be at 90 degrees to the first, if possible.
. Mowing thick or high grass. Raise rear height crank handles to .5"-.75" above
the other two handles.
. Creating a manicured lawn. Lower rear height crank handle to .25"-.5" below
front of deck. This allows grass blades to be cut twice. It also continually cuts
clippings to produce a mulching effect.
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING
* The mower is not cutting level.
o Level deck, making sure the side crank-handles are equal.
o Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal, and to
manufactures specifications.
o Examine blades for damage, while mower engine is not running.
. The engine will not start.
o Disengage blades, turn toggle switch to "ON" position, check battery and
all other electrical connections, and inspect spark plug and wire.
o Check for fuel in the engine.
. Engine runs poorly.
o See engine manual.
o Check throttle adjuster.
o Replace fuel, clean fuel filter and fuel line.
IF PROBLEMS PERSIST HAVE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC SERVICE THE
MOWER. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT THAT YOU ARE
NOT SURE IS CORRECT. DOING SO CAN CAUSE OTHER PROBLEMS.
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