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OWNER’S MANUAL STARTING SERIAL #: L113-335001 MODEL NO. FC1966BS FC1966BS-CA FC1966BSXP 66” FINISH CUT TRAIL MOWER IMPORTANT Read and follow all Assembly Safety Precautions and Instructions Operation before operating this equipment. Service and Adjustment Repair Parts Made In The...
Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact us toll-free at 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.
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.
REQUIRED ASSEMBLY FRONT WHEEL CASTER ASSEMBLY 1. Remove single nut and washers from caster shaft. 2. Place one washer on the shaft of the caster/wheel sub-assembly. 3. Slide same shaft through the bearing/frame with wheel towards the ground. 4. Place the other washer on the shaft; it should be resting on the top bearing. 5.
STARTING THE ENGINE See engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used. Trail Mowers with electric start engines will need a battery (sold separately). Swisher recommends using a standard “U1” lawn & garden battery. IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. It is a violation of California Public Resource Code Section 4442 to use or operate the engine on any forest-covered, brush-covered, or grass-covered land.
• Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill. • Make sure the tow vehicle parking brake is set, mower is level, and blades are disengaged. • Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel. • Check all electrical connections (See Schematics). •...
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ALTERNATIVE STOPPING METHOD • Bring vehicle to complete stop, shut off engine, and set parking brake. • Disengage blade engage lever (6008). • Manually shut toggle and key switches to their “OFF” positions. • Always remember to remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage. TRANSPORTING MOWER •...
MOWER MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this Trail Mower 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 model number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. FC1966BS-CA All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher or your nearest Swisher dealer. FC1966BSXP All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your mower Color cannot be guaranteed on service parts.
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