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Swisher Z Series Owner's Manual

Swisher Z Series Owner's Manual

Zero turn hydrostatic drive
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OWNER'S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
ZT2350
STARTING SERIAL # L505-343001
IMPORTANT
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
before operating this
equipment.
Rev. 05-353
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
11847
ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE
Assembly
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Repair Parts
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
" " " " Z Z Z Z " " " " SERIES
SERIES
SERIES
SERIES
Made In The
USA

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  • Page 1 swisherinc.com OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. ZT2350 STARTING SERIAL # L505-343001 “ “ “ “ Z Z Z Z ” ” ” ” SERIES SERIES SERIES SERIES ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    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 Zero Turn Rider Mower. Before operating your mower, please read, understand and follow all of the safety precautions and other instructions explained in this manual . As with all power equipment, lawnmowers can be potentially dangerous if improperly used.
  • Page 4 The operation of any cutter can encounter foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye damage. Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles for over spectacles before starting 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 5 • Turn off the blades when not mowing. 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 mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the mower vibrates excessively.
  • Page 6 50" Deck White Decal - OD99160 Height of Cut Decal - OD99153 Z 23.0/50" Decal – Right - 11845 Height Indicator Decal - OD99151 Z 23.0/50" Decal – Left - 11844 Swisher Patent Decal - OD88 Small Logo White Decal - OD99156...
  • Page 7 UNCRATING/ASSEMBLY • Dispose of top and side panels of the crate. • Remove loose parts and packing material. • Cut any banding or strapping that may be holding the mower to the crate. • Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection. •...
  • Page 8 MOWING WARNING: Do not operate mower at too fast of a rate. Sudden movements forward and backward at fast speeds can cause accidents resulting in personal injury. • Start out moving steering levers SLOWLY forward and backward until you learn to operate the unit.
  • Page 9 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE INSPECT BEFORE EACH USE Loose fasteners: Be sure all fasteners are at proper torque. Especially guards and • blades. Parking brake: If brake does not keep unit from rolling, brake must be adjusted or • repaired. Tires: Always check and maintain proper tire pressure (See tire sidewall for •...
  • Page 10 INSPECT EVERY 25 HOURS Lubrication: Grease all pivot points with a high temp grease. • Battery, check and clean: Keep battery terminals clean and tight. Periodic charging • will extend its life. Clean terminals with a wire brush and coat with a petroleum jelly. Change engine oil and filter: Use only quality detergent oil.
  • Page 11: Service / Adjustment

    SERVICE / ADJUSTMENTS CAUTION: Before performing any service or adjustments do as follows: 1. Turn off PTO switch. 2. Position unit on smooth flat surface. 3. Place steering levers in outward, neutral-locked position. 4. Turn ignition key “OFF” and set parking brake. 5.
  • Page 12 REMOVING THE MOWER DECK Turn off engine and engage parking brake. Rotate cutting height lever counterclockwise to lowest cutting position. Remove bolt from pickup point located at the front of the deck. Remove cotter pins on rear hanger points and slide out stabilizer bars.Disconnect tension spring bolt from tension bracket.
  • Page 13 LEVELING THE MOWER DECK Position unit on a smooth level surface. For side to side leveling, measure the distance from the floor to the bottom edge at the rear of the deck. The measurement should be equal within 1/16 inch side to side. Adjustment can be made by loosening locking nut on rear eyebolt hangers and adjusting up or down as needed.
  • Page 14 BELTS Clutch drive belt replacement 1. Remove belt covers. 2. Disconnect tension idler from tension 50” bracket. 3. Remove belt from mower pulley and electric clutch. 4. Install new belt onto electric clutch and mower pulley and check for proper routing Part #: 3816 and clearance.
  • Page 15: Wiring Diagram

    WIRING DIAGRAM 50” Mower...
  • Page 16: Parts Breakdown

    ENGINE SETUP Item # Description Part # 23 HP B&S Engine (50" Mower) 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 Spacer Engine Pulley BB105SL Motor Pulley 3" 3753 1/4 X 1/2 Key Stock 4258 Engine Pulley Spacer Short .687 689S Electric Clutch Drop Pulley 688ECDP Electric Clutch (50"...
  • Page 17 Item # Description Part # Note: Spring #2 must pivot freely on Wire Link For Idler Arm BRS6H bolt #4 to prevent pre-mature failure. Clutch Rod Spring 682S 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 5/16-18 X 1 HCC GR5 ZP NB501 3715 –...
  • Page 18 STEERING (RIGHT SIDE SHOWN) Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Directional Handle Grip 3673 5/16-24 ZP 2-Way Lock Nut NB448 1/4-20 X 1 1/4 HTC GR5 ZP NB103 Right Handle-Weldment 3839TK Left Handle-Weldment 3846TK Universal Pivot Plate Weldment 3698TK 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt NB596...
  • Page 19 SEAT BASE ASSEMBLY Item # Description Part # Seat 18" Back With Arm Rest 3792 Seat Plate 3133TK 5/16-18 Shoulder Bolt NB743 Seat Bracket 3833TK 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181 Tinnerman Clip 5/16-18 3706 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt NB596 5/16 ID X 1 1/4 OD 11GA Black Nylon Washer NB116 5/16-18 Jam Nut...
  • Page 20 PARKING BRAKE Item # Description Part # Brake Mount Plate 3267TK 1/8 X 1 Cotter Pin NB126 Brake Linkage Rod 3390Z 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181 5/16-18 ZP 2 Way Lock Nut NB558 5/16 USS Flat Washer ZP NB556 5/16-18 X 1 Eye Bolt NB202 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170...
  • Page 21 FRAME for 50” Mower Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Beverage Retainer 3643TK 13/16 X 1 1/4 X 1/8 Washer NB195 Fender-Right 3012TK Caster Fork 665TK Fender-Left 3011TK 5/8 ID X 1 OD 10 GA Washer NB178 Fender Mount 5142TK...
  • Page 22 Item # Description Part # Plastic Knob - Black 4857 3/8-16 2-W ay Lock Nut NB280 5/16 USS Flat W asher NB556 DECK LIFT 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 GR5 ZP NB618 3379 Spacer 3/4 OD X .515 ID DOM X 1.125 Rear Height Lifter Texture Black 3705TK 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut...
  • Page 23 BLADE DRIVER Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # 3/4-16 2 Way Lock Nut NB175 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZP NB250 1.5x.761x.098x.134 Belleville Washer AS155 1/4-20 Nylok Nut NB180 3/8-24 Two Way Locknut NB216 Blade Pulley 4.5" B4104TK 3/8-24 X 1 Bolt NB238...
  • Page 24 50” MOWING DECK SEE DETAIL THIS PAGE SEE DETAIL Page 16 DECK IDLER Item # Description Part # Grass Chute Weldment 3773TK 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt NB596 Grass Chute Mount 6030TK 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut ZY NB182 3/8-16 Nylok Nut Jam NB207 3/8 USS Washer NB271...
  • Page 25: Troubleshooting

    REPRESENTATIVE OUT OF FUEL REPLACE WITH FRESH FUEL CORRODED BATTERY TERMINALS CLEAN TERMINALS LOOSE OR DAMAGED WIRING CONTACT SWISHER SERVICE REPRESENTATIVE ADD OIL / RECHECK LEVEL LOW OR DIRTY OIL CHANGE OIL CLEAN UNDERSIDE OF MOWER DEBRIS BUILT-UP UNDER DECK...
  • Page 27 Power Equipment, but Swisher cannot deny warranty solely for the lack of receipts. As the Power Equipment owner, you should be aware that Swisher, 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 28 All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from MANUAL Swisher or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your mower WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL NO.

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