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OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. ZT1436B ZT18542 ZT2250 “Z” SERIES “Z” SERIES “Z” SERIES “Z” SERIES ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE ZERO TURN HYDROSTATIC DRIVE IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions Assembly and Instructions...
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.
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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.
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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.
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• 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.
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Z 22.0/50" Decal- OD123 36" Deck White Decal- OD99159 50" Deck White Decal- OD99160 Swisher Z 14.5/36" Decal- OD108 Swisher Z 22.0/50" Decal- Right- OD121 Z 18.5/42" Decal - OD122 Swisher Z 22.0/50" Decal- Left- OD125 42" Deck White Decal- OD99126 Small Logo White Decal- OD99156 Swisher Z 18.5/42"...
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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. •...
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.
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 recommendation).
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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. •...
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.
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.
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.
BELTS 50” Clutch drive belt replacement 1. Remove belt covers. 2. Disconnect tension idler from tension bracket. Part #: 3816 3. Remove belt from mower pulley and electric clutch. 4. Install new belt onto electric clutch and mower pulley and check for proper routing and clearance.
ENGINE SETUP Item # Description Part # 14 HP B&S Engine (36" Mower) 18.5 HP B&S Engine (42" Mower) 22 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...
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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 Transmission Idler Arm 3690TK 1/2-13 X 3 HCC GR5 Bolt ZP...
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STEERING (RIGHT SIDE SHOWN) Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Directional Handle Grip 3673 5/16-24 ZP 2-Way Lock Nut NB448 Right Handle-Weldment 3839TK 1/4-20 X 1 1/4 HTC GR5 ZP NB103 Left Handle-Weldment 3846TK Universal Pivot Plate Weldment 3698TK 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt NB596...
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SEAT BASE ASSEMBLY Item # Description Part # Seat 15" Back No Arm Rest (36" Mower Only) 3790 Seat 15" Back With Arm Rest (42" Mower Only) 3791 Seat 18" Back With Arm Rest (50" Mower Only) 3792 Seat Plate 3133TK 5/16-18 Shoulder Bolt NB743...
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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...
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FRAME for 36” Mower SEE DETAIL PAGE 20 16 3 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # 1/4-28 X 3/4 GR5 ZP NB620 Beverage Retainer 3643TK E-Brake Side Link 3651 5/16-18 X 1/2 Serr. Flg Bolt NB252 Bumper Weldment 3686TK 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut...
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FRAME for 42” Mower SEE DETAIL PAGE 19 & 20 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Front Axle-Weldment 3401TK Beverage Retainer 3643TK 1/2-13 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP NB510 Fender-Right 3012TK 13/16 X 1 1/4 X 1/8 Washer NB195 Fender-Left 3011TK...
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FRAME for 50” Mower SEE DETAIL PAGE 19 & 20 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...
DECK LIFT Item # Description Part # Plastic Knob - Black 4857 3/8-16 2-Way Lock Nut NB280 5/16 USS Flat Washer ZP NB556 3/8-16 X 1 1/4 GR5 ZP NB618 Spacer 3/4 OD X .515 ID DOM X 1.125 3379 Rear Height Lifter 3705TK 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut...
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BLADE DRIVER BLADE DRIVER For 42 and 50” Mowers For 36” Mowers 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 Blade Pulley- 5.5"...
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36” MOWING DECK SEE DETAIL SEE DETAIL Page 16 THIS PAGE Item # Description Part # Grass Chute Weldment 3757TK Grass Chute Mount 6030 5/16-18 X 8 1/2 HCC GR2 ZP NB136 NOT SHOWN Torsion Spring - Bent Leg 9100 Roller Bracket (12) Mounting Hardware Deck Weldment 3750TC...
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42” MOWING DECK Item # Description Part # Grass Chute Weldment 3757TK Grass Chute Mount 6030TK NOT SHOWN 5/16-18 X 8 1/2 HCC GR2 ZP NB136 Torsion Spring - Bent Leg 9100 Roller Bracket (12) Mounting Hardware Deck Weldement 3762TK DESCRIPTION PART # 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt...
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50” MOWING DECK SEE DETAIL THIS PAGE SEE DETAIL Page 16 Item # Description Part # DECK IDLER Grass Chute Weldment 3773TK 5/16-18 X 3/4 Serr Flg Bolt NB596 Grass Chute Mount 6030TK 5/16-18 Nyloc Nut NB181 3/8-16 Nylok Nut Jam NB207 3/8 USS Washer NB271...
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...
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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.
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All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from MANUAL Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the...
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