Swisher FC1966BS Owner's Manual

Swisher FC1966BS Owner's Manual

66” finish cut trail mower

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL #:
L113-335001
MODEL NO.
FC1966BS
FC1966BS-CA
FC1966BSXP
IMPORTANT
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
12542
REV 13-335
66" FINISH CUT
TRAIL MOWER
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Made In The
USA
of US and Global Parts

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  • Page 1 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...
  • Page 2: Limited Warranty

    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.
  • Page 3: Safety Precautions

    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.
  • Page 4: Safety Decals

    SAFETY DECALS Replace decals immediately if damaged.Order by part number from Swisher OD11- No step Decal OD45- Warning Decal OD55- Triangle Danger Decal OD33- Speed Decal OD43- Flying Debris Decal OD29- Danger Decal...
  • Page 5: Rear Wheel Assembly

    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.
  • Page 6: Intended Use

    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.
  • Page 7: Starting To Mow

    • 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). •...
  • Page 8 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 •...
  • Page 9: Mower Maintenance

    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.
  • Page 10 Item # Description Part # FRAME DETAIL Tongue Hitch 661* Solid Stock Hitch 661A* Bushing 10579 Safety Hitch Pin 3/4 - 16 Nyloc Nut NB122 Caster Fork 665* Washer NB195 Wheel Spacer 663L 5/8 - 11 2 Way Lock Nut NB595 Wheel/Tire/Bearing F4157WK...
  • Page 11 MOWER DECK DETAIL Item # Description Part # Belt Cover 12523* BELT IDLER DETAIL Grass Chute 9902* Chute Bracket 6030* Anti-Scalp Roller AS001 Deck 12520* Torsion Spring 166X34 Sway Bar Left 3665 Sway Bar Right 3664 Deck Idler 6055 3/8 - 16 X 1 1/4 Bolt NB618 Spacer 6040Z...
  • Page 12 MOTOR BASE DETAIL Slide plastic tube snug against toggle switch. IDLER DETAIL Item No. Description Part # Heat Shield 6052* Throttle 686N Toggle Switch 685SP Control Console 10737* Ignition Switch 3623 Motorbase 12521* Belt Guide 14869 Belt Guide 6000 Top Idler Assembly 10735 Pivot - Engage 4578*...
  • Page 13: Engine Detail

    ENGINE DETAIL Item # Description Part # Engine* 5/16-18 X 1-3/4 Bolt NB515 5/16-18 X 1-1/4 Bolt NB253 5/16-18 Nut NB170 Upper Spacer 689L 5-1/2'' Engine Pulley 5/16 USS Washer NB275 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181 Belt Guide 6000 Valve - Oil Drain 16000 1/4 X 1 Key Stock 9031...
  • Page 14: Wiring Schematics

    WIRING SCHEMATICS...
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  • Page 16 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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