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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
STARTING SERIAL #:
L108-043001
RTB115441
RTB12544
RTB12544-CA
RTB134412V
RTB14544
RTB14544-CA
POLB10544HD
POL12544X
POL14544X
POL14544X-CA
POL12544X-CA
OBS Rev. 08-043
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. STARTING SERIAL #: L108-043001 RTB115441 RTB12544 RTB12544-CA RTB134412V RTB14544 RTB14544-CA POLB10544HD 44” ROUGH CUT POL12544X POL14544X TRAIL CUTTER POL14544X-CA POL12544X-CA Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts OBS Rev. 08-043 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093...
- Page 2 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 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 • 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 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. See detail on page 14 figure –...
- 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 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 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 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 OD45-WARNING DECAL...
- Page 11 FRONT SKIRT ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 Item # Description Part # 5/16-18 X 1 HCC GR5 ZP NB501 Metal Strap For Rubber Flap 4853* Rubber Flapper 10384 5/16-18 Nylock Nut NB181 Deck Weldment 10357* HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 Item # Description Part # Hitch Tube...
- Page 12 FIGURE 4 Item # Description Part # 5/16-18 x 3/4 Serr Flg. Bolt NB596 5/16-18 Serrated Flng Nut ZY NB170 Wheel, Tire, Bearing 4834 Back Cover 10366* Front Cover 10367* Motor Base 10343* Axle Bar Weldment Right 10356TK Axle Bar Weldment Left 10355TK Front Tube Weldment 10342TK...
- Page 13 NOT ACTUAL ENGINE PULLEY ASSEMBLY ENGINE USED FIGURE 6 (REF. ONLY) Engine B&S 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 NB253 5/16''-18 X 1 1/4'' Serrated Flange Bolt 5/16'' USS Flat Washer ZP NB556 RT44 Belt Guide 4867 Spacer For Engine Pulley BB105S NB622 Bolt - Serr Flange, 5/16-18X2 1/4 GR5 ZY...
- Page 14 CONSOLE ASSEMBLY FIGURE 8 Item # Description Part # T Handle for Console 4463TK 1/4-20 Nylok Nut NB180 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Torx Pan ZP NB591 Console Weldment 4575TK Key Switch Lock Washer 9088 Key Switch Nut 9087 Key Switch ON-OFF, 2 Prong Key Switch ( 12-VOLT )
- Page 15 WIRING DIAGRAM ( RTB115441, RTB12544, POLB10544HD ) FIGURE 10 WIRING DIAGRAM ( RTB134412V ) FIGURE 11...
- Page 16 Notes...
- Page 17 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 18 Power Equipment, but Swisher Mower cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. As the Power Equipment owner, you should be aware that Swisher Mower, may deny you warranty coverage if your Power Equipment, or a covered part has failed due to abuse, neglect, or improper maintenance, unapproved modifications, or the use of parts not made or approved by the equipment manufacturer.
- Page 19 Maintenance Log Date Oil Date Date Blades Changed Changed Sharpen or Notes Belts Changed...
- Page 20 STARTING SERIAL #: All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from L108-043001 Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. RTB115441 All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the RTB12544...
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