OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. POL 10550 IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment. Rev. 3.19.2003 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 ONFM50105 50”...
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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 can amputate hands, feet, and throw objects.
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• 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.
GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in this manual should be checked at least once each season.
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The operation of any mower can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye damage. Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting any cu tting machine and while operating such a machine. The operation of any cutter produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear.
STARTING THE ENGINE • See engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used. Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill. • Park vehicle and mower on a level surface, set the vehicle parking brake, and disengage blades.
STOP MOWING • Bring vehicle to a full stop. • Disengage clutch lever by moving lever to center position. • Turn key switch to “OFF” position. TRANSPORTING MOWER • Never transport unit with engine running. • If transporting unattached from tow vehicle, remove spark plug wire and place it where contact with the spark plug cannot be made.
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. OD99124 – 50” Decal OD33 – Speed Decal OD45 – Warning Decal OD43 – Flying Debris Decal OD10 – BLADE ENGAGE DECAL OD99 –...
2 17 See Detail (Page 14) Item # Description POL 50" DECK WELDMENT 5101S ENGAGE CABLE MOUNT Grass Chute Mount Grass Chute Weldment BELT COVER 1/2-13 Nyloc Jam Nut 1/2-13 Hex Nut Chute Spring Anti-Scalp Roller 1/2-13 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP NB-510 1/2-13 X 3 HCC GR5 Bolt 5/16-18 X 8 1/2 HCC GR2 Bolt NB-136 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZP...
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ENGINE SET-UP FIGURE 4 Item No. Description 10 1/2 HP B&S Engine 3/8-24 X 1 Engine Bolt Locktite NB-238N Washer Belleville 1/4 X 1 Key Stock Engine Pulley- 5.5" Engine Pulley Spacer Short Engine Pulley Spacer Long Item No. See Detail MOTOR BASE ASSEMBLY Part # 9031...
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BELT CONFIGURATION Figure 5 T 239 (39” Belt) 3752 (112” Belt)
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Center Blade Configuration Blade Driver Assy. 9058- 5.75” (Center Shaft) 9018- 4.25” (Outer Shafts) Not Shown NB607- Placed between #11 and top pulley. BLADE DRIVER Driver Item No. SP Washer Bellvl. PLN .413 X .945 X .118 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer 3/8-24 X 1 1/4 HCC GR5 ZP 3/8-24 X 1 Engine Bolt Locktite Housing Blade Bearing Short...
Console Assembly Item No. Not Shown Wiring Diagram Figure 7 Description Console Weldment Clutch Cable Clevis T Handle Link for Console 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Torx Pan ZP 1/4 SAE Washer 1/4 X 1 1/2 Clevis Pin 3/32 X 3/4 Cotter Pin 5/16-18 Jam Nut 1/4-20 X 1 1/4 HCC GR5 ZP 1/4-20 Nylok Nut...
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All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the...
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