Swisher RTB115441 Owner's Manual
Swisher RTB115441 Owner's Manual

Swisher RTB115441 Owner's Manual

44” rough cut trail cutter
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
RTB115441
RTB134412V
RTB14544
Rev. 05-033
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
10292
44" ROUGH CUT
TRAIL CUTTER
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
PHONE (660) 747-8183 FAX (660) 747-8650
Made In The
USA

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  • Page 1 OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. RTB115441 RTB134412V RTB14544 Rev. 05-033 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 10292 44” ROUGH CUT TRAIL CUTTER Assembly Operation...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    1-800-222-8183. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed before any warranty claim can be processed.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Thank you for choosing Swisher’s 44 ‘’ Trailcutter. Before operating your cutter, please read, understand and follow all of the safety precautions and other instructions explained in this manual . As with all power equipment, lawn mowers,and cutters can be potentially dangerous if improperly used.
  • Page 4: Assembly

    • Turn off the blades when not cutting. 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 cutter if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the mower vibrates excessively.
  • Page 5: Stopping The Engine

    OPERATING YOUR TRAILCUTTER 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 staring any cutting machine and while operating such a machine. The operation of any cutter produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear.
  • Page 6 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.
  • Page 7 When offsetting the cutter do so to the side opposite the discharge of the tow vehicle. • Swisher recommends if the tow vehicle is equipped with a mid-mount mower to overlap the cut approximately 6”. This may vary depending on mowing terrain, obstacles, and/or tow vehicle. Always keep safety the first priority.
  • Page 8: Operation

    CUTTER MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this cutter 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. BEFORE EACH SEASON A new spark plug and clean air filter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer.
  • Page 9: General Troubleshooting

    GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING The unit is not cutting level. • Level deck. Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal. See tires for maximum inflation. • Without the engine running, make certain blades are installed identically. The engine will not start. •...
  • Page 10: Decals

    SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. 1-800-222-8183,8-5 CT M-F OD39-SWISHER FLAG DECAL OD82-44 RUGGED CUT DECAL OD33-5MPH DECAL OD29-DANGER DECAL OD36-Deflector Decal OD55-DANGER DECAL OD10-ENGAGE DECAL...
  • Page 11: Parts Breakdown

    FRONT SKIRT ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 Item # Description 5/16-18 X 1 HCC GR5 ZP Metal Strap For Rubber Flap Rubber Flapper 5/16-18 Nylock Nut Deck Weldment HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 Item # Description Hitch Tube 3/8'' -16 x 3'' GR.5 BOLT L-Hitch 5/8''-11 X 1-1/2'' Bolt 5/8''-11 Nylock Nut...
  • Page 12 FIGURE 4 Item # Description 5/16-18 x 3/4 Serr Flg. Bolt 5/16-18 x Nylock Nut Wheel, Tire, Bearing Back Cover Front Cover Motor Base Axle Bar Weldment Right Axle Bar Weldment Left Front Tube Weldment Deck Front Deck Top Weldment Height Adjust Rod Pivot Block 1/2''-13 X 1 1/2'' HTC GR2 ZP...
  • Page 13 ENGINE PULLEY ASSEMBLY FIGURE 6 Engine B&S 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut 5/16''-18 X 1 1/4'' Serrated Flange Bolt 5/16'' USS Flat Washer ZP RT44 Belt Guide Spacer For Engine Pulley 5/16''-18 X 2 1/4 ''Flang Serr. GR5 ZP Engine Pulley- 4.25"OD,1 1/4'' ID 1/4'' X 1'' Key Stock Spacer Lower For Engine Pulley Washer...
  • Page 14: Console Assembly

    CONSOLE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 8 Item # Description T Handle for Console 1/4-20 Nylok Nut 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Torx Pan ZP Console Weldment Key Switch Lock Washer Key Switch Nut Key Switch ON-OFF, 2 Prong Key Switch ( 12-VOLT ) 1/4-20 X 2 1/2 HCC GR2 ZP 1/4 SAE Washer Console Mount Plate...
  • Page 15 REPAIR PARTS Your 44’’ Trailcutter has been produced with components designed specific to this machine. Although standard V-belts, springs, bearings, blades, pulleys, hardware, etc. look similar to parts used on other machinery, they may in some cases be made of a different construction and/or materials.
  • Page 16 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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