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Swisher AZ Series Owner's Manual

Swisher AZ Series Owner's Manual

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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
All AZ Series
Models from
Serial #
97-056001
!
CAUTION:
Read and follow all
Safety Rules and
Instructions Before
Operating This
Equipment
Rev. 12.01.1997
P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
Zero Turn
Riding Mowers
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
Made In The
USA

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  • Page 1 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. All AZ Series Models from Serial # Zero Turn 97-056001 Riding Mowers CAUTION: Read and follow all Assembly Safety Rules and Instructions Before Operation Operating This Service and Adjustment Equipment Rev.
  • Page 2 Dear Valued Customer: All of us at our plant in Warrensburg, Missouri, are delighted that you’ve chosen to purchase a Swisher Zero Turn Radius Mower. We know that you will enjoy years of trouble free service and will save time and money by using our products.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com TABLE OF CONTENTS Safety Rules ....................2 Safety /Operational Decals ................ 4 Assembly ....................6 Your New Mower ..................8 Before Starting Engine - Frist Time ............8 Maintenance ..................... 10 Adjustments/Lubrication ................. 11 Storing ......................

  • Page 4: Safety Rules

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com influence of alcohol or drugs. SAFETY RULES • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. Safety Operation Practices for Riding Mowers • Use extra care when loading or unloading the machine into a trailer or truck. IMPORTANT: THIS CUTTING MACHINE IS •...
  • Page 5 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com • Before and when backing, look behind and • Mow up and down slopes. down for small children. • Remove obstacles such as rocks, tree • Never carry children. They may fall off and be limbs, etc.

  • Page 6: Safety /Operational Decals

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. WARNING SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAN OCCUR - MOVING PARTS - SHARP BLADES - THROWN OBJECTS - POSSIBILITY OF ROLL OVER - •...
  • Page 7 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com...

  • Page 8: Assembly

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com IMPORTANT! - READ THIS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING MOWER Be sure to check your new Swisher Riding Mower for shipping damage before beginning assembly. These parts are packaged with your new mower. - Steering Wheel - includes one (1) 1/4-20 x 1/2” bolt, washer and cap plug - Seat - includes two (2) 3/8”...
  • Page 9 The lubricant should be level with the oil • check plug opening. If you need to add lubricant, use ONLY • TR125L, which is specially blended by Swisher Mower and Machine Company.

  • Page 10: Your New Mower

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com BECOMING FAMILIAR WITH YOUR NEW SWISHER MOWER Select an open area with no obstructions to complete the following steps which will help you familiarize yourself with the location and movement of the mower controls. The engine SHOULD NOT be running as you familiarize yourself with these controls.
  • Page 11 • To disengage the drive, pull the Drive Clutch Le- THE ZERO-TURNING RADIUS ver (AZ125) back. Swisher’s patented front wheel drive steering • The lever on the right side of the steering wheel mechanism provides 360 degrees of maneuverability. controls ground speed: •...

  • Page 12: Maintenance

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com MOWER MAINTENANCE Make sure your mower is in safe working condition by keeping the following guidelines in mind every time you use your mower. • Keep mower in good operating condition and keep To ensure the most even grass cut, keep the tire •...

  • Page 13: Adjustments/Lubrication

    Check Plug (T143P) located on the front side of the Gear Box. The oil should be level with the Oil Check Plug. Use only SWISHER Gear Oil (TR124L). Seat Spring Rods (A153) - Lubricate with gun grease or petroleum jelly once a year.

  • Page 14: Storing

    Parts may be obtained from your Swisher dealer or you may call our factory at 800-222-8183 to order parts. The following procedures will help you store your mower in a proper manner.
  • Page 15 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com • If the Belt slips or blades turn, first verify that REPLACING TWO SPEED BELT: you are using a genuine Swisher Blade Belt • Remove steering wheel throttle control knob and (BA50). engagement levers.

  • Page 16: Mulching Mower

    STRIPING - You can achieve the same “strip- order to mulch them into fine clippings. ing” for your lawn with your Swisher Mower as the professionals do on baseball fields or golf courses. To do this, mow in a back and forth man-...

  • Page 17: Brush Adjustments

    The bag is subject to deterioration and wear during normal usage. Inspect the bag periodically for tears, holes or weak spots. Replace as needed. Replacement bags and brooms are available from your local Swisher Mower dealer or call the factory at 800-222-8183.

  • Page 18: Mower Installation

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Swisher Zero Turn Rider...

  • Page 19: Belt Housing Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Belt housing with motor base removed...

  • Page 20: Two Speed Pulley Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Two speed pulley assembly...

  • Page 21: Variable Speed Pulley Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Variable Speed Pulley Assembly...

  • Page 22: Height Adjustment Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com...

  • Page 23: Blade Drive Assembly Illustration

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  • Page 24: Traction Assembly Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com...

  • Page 25: Two Speed Pulley Assembly Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Spring - TR193S (Not Shown) 3002...

  • Page 26: Mulcher Mower Assembly Illustration

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com...

  • Page 27: Wiring Diagram Illustration

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  • Page 28: Replacement Parts

    All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Hood AZ154 Grommet - large AZ154GL Grommet - small AZ154GS Hood trim AS116 Steering/fuel port trim AS117 Mounting bolt AZ154B Acorn nuts FR154N Gas cap AZ154C Gas tank AZ154T Tank mount AZ154TM...
  • Page 29 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Lower shroud AZ154L Washer/nut AZ154LWN Front wheel/tire/bearing Chain guard T162 Traction Assembly A124W Flanged bushing (upper/lower) A124B Steering gear pin A124P Steering gear A124S Gear case A136W Flathead socket screws A140 Worm shaft T135...
  • Page 30 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Idler control spring T30S Idler spacer T30SL Idler clutch pulley T30V Idler clutch pulley bolt T31B Engine belt Top engine pulley TE32B Idler control arm TR139AZ Drive chain TR145 Air tire - 5”...
  • Page 31 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Two Speed only Blade engage lever assembly BR20AZ Three step pulley bolt/nut T23S/T2K Upper idler arm T239U Upper idler arm pulley T230 2 speed hi-lo link T22L Lower idler arm T239L Lower idler arm pulley T230...
  • Page 32 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Variable Speed items not shown Accelerator lower linkage Accelerator pedal VZSP Accelerator upper linkage Eye bolt for accelerator Mounting bolt/nut for pedal VZBN All Models items not shown Air filter (Briggs 8hp) Anti-scalp rollers SWR3...
  • Page 33 Blade engage/disengage Caution Hands Caution No Step Caution Oil Level Clutch Lever Danger Spinning Blade Key Switch Made in Missouri Mulch or Discharge Ride King Serial Number Step Decal Swisher (hood decal) Swisher (rear decal) Warning Serious Injury Warning Triangle...
  • Page 34 All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com Replacement Parts ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART Blade Assembly Blade spacer 1/4” B101 Blade spacer 1/2” B102 Blade spacer 1” B103 Blade pulley, left B104 Washer B104W Blade nut B108 Belleville lock washer (2/set) B108LB Blade set Blade, 18”...
  • Page 35 Any engine service difficulty is the responsibility of the engine manufacturer, and in no way is Swisher Mower Co., Inc. or its agents responsible for the engine warranty. The Briggs & Stratton Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-233-3723. The Tecumseh Engine Service Hot-Line is 1-800-558-5402.
  • Page 36 All AZ Series blower fan housing. 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 engine supplied with your mower.

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