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Swisher 97-056001 Owner's Manual

Swisher 97-056001 Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
All AZ Series
Models from
Serial #
97-056001
!
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and
Instructions Before
Operating This
Equipment
Rev. 12.01.1997
P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
Zero Turn

Riding Mowers

Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA

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  • Page 1: Riding Mowers

    OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. All AZ Series Models from Serial # 97-056001 CAUTION: Read and follow all Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operating This Equipment Rev. 12.01.1997 P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945...
  • Page 2 Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. P.O. Box 67 Phone (660) 747-8183 Warrensburg, MO 64093 Toll Free (800) 222-8183 FAX (660) 747-8650 Proven Performance Since 1945...

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    SAFETY RULES Look for this symbol to point out important safety precautions. It means CAUTION!!! BECOME ALERT!!! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!!! CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND PLACE IT WHERE IT CANNOT CONTACT SPARK PLUG IN ORDER TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING WHEN SETTING UP, TRANSPORTING, ADJUSTING OR MAKING REPAIRS.
  • Page 5 DO NOT: III. CHILDREN CAUTION: TRAGIC ACCIDENTS CAN OCCUR IF THE 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. IV.

  • Page 6: Safety And Operational Decals

    SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. WARNING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR - MOVING PARTS - SHARP BLADES - THROWN OBJECTS - POSSIBILITY OF ROLL OVER - •...

  • Page 8: Install Steering Wheel

    IMPORTANT! - READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MOWER Be sure to check your new Swisher Riding Mower for shipping damage before beginning assembly. These parts are packaged with your new mower. - Steering Wheel - includes one (1) 1/4-20 x 1/2” bolt, washer and cap plug - Seat - includes two (2) 3/8”...
  • Page 9 However, it is important to check the oil level prior to starting the engine. If more oil is required, follow the engine manufacturer recommendations. Be careful not to overfill. IMPORTANT! GASOLINE SHOULD BE ADDED OUTSIDE IN A WELL VENTILATED AREA. ing must be connected to the seat safety switch for the mower to operate.

  • Page 10: Engaging The Drive

    BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR NEW SWISHER MOWER BE SURE TO READ THIS SECTION BEFORE STARTING THE ENGINE FOR THE FIRST TIME ENGAGING THE DRIVE: Hand-Operated/Two-speed Drive: (all models begin with AZ2) DRIVE ENGAGEMENT PIN: To move the mower when en- gine is not running, the Lock Pin Lever (TR148L) must be disengaged.

  • Page 11: Engaging The Blades

    Low Speed: High Speed: Changing from low speed to high speed or from high speed to low speed can be done without disengaging the drive. Foot-Pedal Operated: (all models begin with AZV) ENGAGING THE BLADES: The Blade Clutch (BR20AZ) is located on the left side below the seat.

  • Page 12: Mower Maintenance

    Make sure your mower is in safe working condition by keeping the following guidelines in mind every time you use your mower. DO NOT DO NOT DO NOT STOP MOWER MAINTENANCE NEVER ADD GASOLINE TO A HOT EN- GINE - ALLOW ENGINE TO COOL BE- FORE ADDING GASOLINE.
  • Page 13 ADJUSTMENTS AND ROUTINE SERVICING WARNING - ALWAYS STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND BATTERY BEFORE MAKING ADJUSTMENTS OR SERVICING MOWER! CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: • BLADE SHARPENING: LUBRICATION: Wheel Bearings Blade Bearings Gear Box Seat Spring Rods Engine BELTS:...

  • Page 14: Storing Your Mower

    STORING YOUR MOWER Disconnect Spark Plug Wire REPAIRS WARNING - ALWAYS STOP ENGINE AND DISCONNECT BATTERY AND SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE MAKING REPAIRS ON MOWER! REPLACING THE BLADE BELT:...

  • Page 15: Replacing The Traction Drive Belt

    REPLACING TWO SPEED BELT: REPLACING THE TRACTION DRIVE BELT: REPLACING THE VARIABLE SPEED BELT:...
  • Page 16 MULCHING MOWERS Change from Mulching Mower to Side Discharge Feature: WARNING! ALWAYS REMEMBER TO TURN OFF YOUR ENGINE AND BLADES BEFORE OPENING OR CLOS- ING THE SIDE CHUTE! HINTS FOR EFFECTIVE MULCHING: SWEEPER/COLLECTOR MOWERS MOWING HINTS STRIPING POSITIONING AND REMOVING COLLECTOR...
  • Page 17 EMPTYING THE COLLECTOR - BE SURE TO DIS- ENGAGE BLADES AND STOP ENGINE BEFORE EMPTYING THE COLLECTOR! Turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug wire. BAG AND BRUSH REPLACEMENT COMPOSTING MULCHING BRUSH ADJUSTMENTS...
  • Page 18 Swisher Zero Turn Rider...
  • Page 19 Belt housing with motor base removed...
  • Page 20 Two speed pulley assembly...
  • Page 21 Variable Speed Pulley Assembly...
  • Page 25 Spring - TR193S (Not Shown) 3002...

  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART...
  • Page 29 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION Lower shroud Washer/nut Front wheel/tire/bearing Chain guard Traction Assembly Flanged bushing (upper/lower) Steering gear pin Steering gear Gear case Flathead socket screws Worm shaft Gasket Gear case lid Bearing Gear pin solid Roller bearing Retainer ring Wheel bracket Split pin for sprocket Oil plug...
  • Page 30 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART...
  • Page 31 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Two Speed only Two Speed items not shown Variable Speed only...
  • Page 32 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Variable Speed items not shown All Models items not shown...
  • Page 33 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Decals...
  • Page 34 Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Blade Assembly...

  • Page 35: Limited Warranty

    LIMITED WARRANTY...
  • Page 36 Zero Turn Riding Mowers OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. All AZ Series SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC. SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

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