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Swisher ZT2760B Owner's Manual

27 hp – 60” cut
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CELEBRATING 65 YEARS OF INNOVATION
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
12935
ZT2760B
ZT2760B-CA
ZT2760C
ZT2760C-CA
27 HP – 60" CUT
SINCE 1945
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
OWNER'S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L111-244001
Made In The
USA
REV 11-244

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  • Page 1 ZT2760B ZT2760B-CA ZT2760C ZT2760C-CA 27 HP – 60” CUT CELEBRATING 65 YEARS OF INNOVATION SINCE 1945 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 Made In The PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 OWNER’S MANUAL STARTING SERIAL # L111-244001...

  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    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: Table Of Contents

    Slope Operation…………….. 8 Deck Belt Replacement……… 19 CUSTOMER Belt Replacement…………….20 RESPONSIBILITY…………… Seat Adjustment……………… 21 Operator Presence………………. WIRING SCHEMATIC………….. Tires…………………………………………… PARTS BREAKDOWN………….. Blade Maintenance………………….. TROUBLESHOOTING…………… Battery……………………………………… MOWER IDENTIFICATION…….. V-belts…………………………………….. REPLACEMENT PARTS……….. Engine……………………………………….. Warranty Rights…………….. Overall Unit Care………….……….. SWISHER HISTORY…………….. Transporting Safety………………. SPECIFICATIONS…………….. Maintenance……….…………………..

  • Page 4: Introduction

    INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Swisher Zero Turn mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing of large areas. Conveniently located controls and dual commercial grade hydrostatic transmissions regulated by steering levers, contribute to the machine’s performance.

  • Page 5: Uncrating & Assembly

    INTRODUCTION Uncrating & Assembly TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 - ½” Wrenches or ½” Socket with drive ratchet Tire pressure gauge Nail bar or claw hammer Wire snips To Remove The Mower From The Crate: Dispose of top and side panels of the crate. Remove loose parts and packing material.

  • Page 6: Symbols & Decals

    SYMBOLS & DECALS OD45- Warning Decal Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39 Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74 Operator Must Be Seated Decal– OD73 Flying Debris Decal – OD43 No Step Decal – OD11 Triangle Danger Decal – OD55 Key/PTO Decal - 10273...

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. 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. General Use Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it.

  • Page 8: Children Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Use Continued… Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when Remember assembling or driving. The operator is responsible for Ear Protection is recommended avoiding dangers or accidents. Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts. Children Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the area of the machine.
  • Page 9 MOWING SAFETY •WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable. - store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose; - refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling; - add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

  • Page 10: Customer Responsibility

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Operator Presence System Be sure the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your mower does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. The engine should not start unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO (Blade Engagement –...
  • Page 11 CHARGING TIPS •To avoid a battery explosion, never attempt to charge a frozen battery. •Warning: Gel and AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries require a voltage-limited charger. Charging a Gel or AGM battery on a typical shop charger, even one time, may greatly shorten its life. •Important: Never overcharge batteries.

  • Page 12: V-Belts

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES/SPECIFICATIONS V-Belts Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. SEE SPECIFICATION for belt part numbers and SERVICE section of this manual for instructions on how to replace the belt.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Before Each 8 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours Season Storage Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Parking Brake Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Battery Clean Battery & Terminals Check Belts Check Engine Oil...

  • Page 14: Operation And Features

    OPERATION and FEATURES Control Lever – Sets the speed of the mower in Throttle Control – Used to control Engine both the forward and reverse directions and also Speed turns the mower. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for normal operation and disengages transmissions for pushing or pulling the unit PTO Switch –...

  • Page 15: Features

    OPERATION and FEATURES Left Control Panel Right Control Panel Rear of Unit Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Control Lever – Sets the speed of the mower in Speed both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower. Hour Meter –...

  • Page 16: Starting

    OPERATION Starting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position. PTO must be in the disengage position (pushed down). Be sure all people are clear of the area. Set engine RPM to maximum and then engage the blades.

  • Page 17: Controls

    OPERATION Controls Be familiar with all controls, their functions and how to operate them before starting the machine. Motion control levers on each side of the console control the direction of movement. SEE FIGURE BELOW Control Handles Neutral Position Slow Forward Fast Forward 90 Degree Right Turn 90 Degree Left Turn...

  • Page 18: Service & Adjustments

    Lift deck using the deck lift handle to the desired position Parking Brakes The Swisher ZT2760B is equipped with An Automatic Parking Brake system on each control handle. When the control handles are in the out most position the parking brakes are on.

  • Page 19: Deck Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Replacement Disconnect spark plug wire Install new belt by placing it around the deck pulleys. Refer to routing Apply parking brake diagram below. Lower the deck to its lowest position The belt will be loose at this time Remove the belt covers Tightly secure the belt tension back Disconnect tension idler...

  • Page 20: Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Replacement Disconnect spark plug wire Install new belt by placing it around the engine pulley and the hydro Apply parking brake pulleys. Refer to routing diagram Disconnect wiring from electric clutch below.

  • Page 21: Seat Adjustment

    To improve the tracking of the Swisher ZT2760B the speed of one of the rear wheels needs to be decreased. If the ZT2760B pulls to the right the left wheel will need to decrease speed and if pulling to the left the right wheel will need to decrease speed.

  • Page 22: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING HARNESS WARNING When it is necessary to raise the mower for any repair or service, use jackstands to provide adequate support. DO NOT rely on hydraulic or mechanical jacks...

  • Page 23: Parts Breakdown

    PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Screw - 1/4-14X.38" ST 26X229 Solenoid - 3 Pole 1002004 Bolt - Serr Flange, 5/16-18X1GR5 ZY 10548 Linkage - Steering' 9" X 1.25" 14032TK Bushing 14029 Plate - Lock A/Turret 9922TK Screw - .312-18X.75 26X249 Tab - Linkage 14030TK...
  • Page 24 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # 27 HP B&S Engine 14398 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 Spacer Engine Pulley BB105SL Motor Pulley 3.25" 9993 1/4 X 1/2 Key Stock 4258 Engine Pulley Spacer Short .687 689S Electric Clutch 3813 Washer Belleville Engine Pulley 7/16-20 X 3.25 HCF GR5 ZP NB705...
  • Page 25 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART NO. Bushing - Latch Pin 7839Z Nut - Nyloc 1/2-13 ZY Standard Pattern NB281 Washer - SAE Flat 5/16 ZY NB275 Bracket - Deck Belt Idler 9957TK Nut - Nyloc 5/16-18 ZY NB181 Bolt - HTC, 3/8-16 X 2 GR5 ZY NB231...
  • Page 26 PARTS BREAKDOWN ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION 10177 WASHER - FENDER 3/8 X 1 1/2, CRBN STL GR2 3511 Gauge Wheel 7840Z Latch Pin Guide Bushing NB577 1/2-13 X 3.50 UNC 2A BOLT NB212 NUT - HNC 3/8-16 GR2 NB121 1/2-13 2-Way Jam Lock Nut 16021...
  • Page 27 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # 3/4-16 Nut NB175 3/8-24 Two Way Lock Nut NB216 Belleville Washer AS155 Blade 3293 Pulley 4 1/2" B4104TK 3/8-24 X 1 Bolt NB238 Spacer 12823 Belleville Washer NB607 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer NB179 Blade Bearing...
  • Page 28 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Cap, Fuel - 2.50 Gallon, Carb Sealed 18221 Screw-3/8-16 x 1" Rolok,Unslot HWH Z/Wax 13044 Strap - Tank, 4 Gal; ZT 18377 Washer - 3/8 Lock, External Tooth; ZP 13045 Bolt - Serr Flange, 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZY NB690...
  • Page 29 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Bolt - 5/16-18 X 3 GR2 ZY NB563 Spacer B99S Spring - Deck Lift Handle 10535 Clevis - Clutch Cable 9023MOD Nut - Nyloc 5/16-18 ZY NB181 Arm - Rocker, Safety Switch 9925 Washer - SAE Flat 5/16 ZY NB275...
  • Page 30 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Frame - Pan 9999 Nut - Lock Jam, 5/8-11 2 Way Grade A NB595 Bolt - Carriage 5/16-18X3/4 GR5 ZY 10216 Washer - 5/8 ID X 1 OD 10 GA ZY NB178 Plate - Pivot Housing Weldment 9954...
  • Page 31 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Linkage - Steering' 9" X 1.25" 14032TK Spring - Parking Brake 10536 Connector 14028 Clevis - Clutch Cable; T44CH 9023MOD Hydro Linkage Right Weldment 14058 Nut - Nylock 1/4-20 NB180 Hydro Linkage Left Weldment 14060...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fuel tank Out of fuel W ait several minutes before attempting to Engine Will restart. Engine flooded Not Start Replace spark plug Bad spark plug Clean or replace air filter Dirty air filter Replace fuel filter Dirty fuel filter Drain fuel tank &...
  • Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Cutting too much grass/ too fast Set in High Cut (position 8)/reduce speed Loss of Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under Clean underside of mower deck deck. Power Clean or replace air filter Dirty air filter Check oil level/change oil Low oil level/dirty oil Clean and re-gap or change plug...

  • Page 34: Mower Identification

    All mower parts listed herein may be ordered durability and safety of this unit and directly from Swisher or your nearest Swisher may void the warranty. Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from disclaims liability for any claims or...

  • Page 35: Replacement Parts

    Replacement Parts Quick Reference Swisher Part # Part Description 12777 Deck Lift Linkage Assy. Fuse 10 Amp AS069 037X66 47” Hydro Belt 3756 20 x 10 x 8 Rear Tire 122” Deck Belt 5058 3293 20.5 Mulching Blade 10263 84” Engine to Deck Belt...

  • Page 36: Warranty Rights

    MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY COVERAGE: For a period of two years, any evaporative emission-related part included in the list of EECS parts for your mower is defective, the part will be repaired or replaced by Swisher. OWNER’S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITIES: As the owner of this Power Equipment, you are responsible for performance of the required maintenance listed in your owner’s manual.
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  • Page 40: Swisher History

    Neighbors noticed his new invention and began asking him to make more. Today, over 60 years later, Swisher is still producing innovative lawn and garden and ATV/UTV equipment designed to give us all more “relaxing in the shade” time.

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