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CHANGING YOUR LANDSCAPE SINCE 1945
ZTR2866BS
ZTR2866BS-CA
28 HP – 66
CELEBRATING OVER 65 YEARS OF INNOVATION
SINCE 1945
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
Made In The
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
USA
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
OWNER'S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L113-060001
17532
REV 13-060
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- Page 1 CHANGING YOUR LANDSCAPE SINCE 1945 ZTR2866BS ZTR2866BS-CA 28 HP – 66 CELEBRATING OVER 65 YEARS OF INNOVATION SINCE 1945 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 Made In The PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Page 2: Limited Warranty
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: Table Of Contents
Deck Belt Replacement……… 19 CUSTOMER Belt Replacement……………. 20 RESPONSIBILITY…………… Seat Adjustment……………… 21 Operator Presence………………. WIRING SCHEMATIC………….. Tires…………………………………………… PARTS BREAKDOWN………….. Blade Maintenance………………….. TROUBLESHOOTING…………… Battery……………………………………… MOWER IDENTIFICATION…….. V-belts…………………………………….. REPLACEMENT PARTS……….. Engine……………………………………….. Warranty Rights…………….. Overall Unit Care………….……….. SWISHER HISTORY…………….. Transporting Safety………………. SPECIFICATIONS…………….. Maintenance……….………………….. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations Thank you for purchasing a Swisher Zero Turn mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing of large areas. Conveniently located controls and dual commercial grade hydrostatic transmissions regulated by steering levers contribute to the machine’s performance. -
Page 5: Uncrating & Assembly
INTRODUCTION Uncrating & Assembly TOOLS REQUIRED: 2 - ½” Wrenches or ½” Socket with drive ratchet Tire pressure gauge Nail bar or claw hammer Wire snips To Remove The Mower From The Crate: Dispose of top and side panels of the crate. Remove loose parts and packing material. -
Page 6: Symbols & Decals
SYMBOLS & DECALS OD45- Warning Decal Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39 Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74 Operator Must Be Seated Decal– OD73 Flying Debris Decal – OD43 No Step Decal – OD11 Triangle Danger Decal – OD55 Key/PTO Decal - 10273... -
Page 7: Safety Instructions
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS These instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully. 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. General Use Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it. -
Page 8: Children Safety
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Use Continued… Always wear approved protective glasses or a full visor when assembling or driving. Ear Protection is recommended Remember Never wear loose clothing that can get caught in moving parts. The operator is responsible for avoiding dangers or accidents. Children Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for children in the area of the machine. - Page 9 MOWING SAFETY •WARNING – Petrol is highly flammable. - store fuel in containers specifically designed for this purpose; - refuel outdoors only and do not smoke while refueling; - add fuel before starting the engine. Never remove the cap of the fuel tank or add petrol while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.
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Page 10: Customer Responsibility
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Operator Presence System Be sure the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your mower does not function as described, repair the problem immediately. The engine should not start unless the parking brake is engaged and the PTO (Blade Engagement –... - Page 11 CHARGING TIPS •To avoid a battery explosion, never attempt to charge a frozen battery. •Warning: Gel and AGM (Absorbed Glass Mat) batteries require a voltage-limited charger. Charging a Gel or AGM battery on a typical shop charger, even one time, may greatly shorten its life. •Important: Never overcharge batteries.
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Page 12: V-Belts
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES/SPECIFICATIONS V-Belts Check V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they begin to slip from wear. SEE SPECIFICATION for belt part numbers and SERVICE section of this manual for instructions on how to replace the belt. Engine IMPORTANT: This engine is not equipped with a spark arrester muffler. -
Page 13: Maintenance
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Before Each 8 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours Season Storage Check Brake Operation Check Tire Pressure Check Operator Presence Parking Brake Check for Loose Fasteners Sharpen/Replace Mower Blades Check Battery Clean Battery & Terminals Check Belts Check Engine Oil... -
Page 14: Operation And Features
OPERATION and FEATURES Control Lever – Sets the speed of the mower in Throttle Control – Used to control Engine both the forward and reverse directions and also Speed turns the mower. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for normal operation and disengages transmissions for pushing or pulling the unit PTO Switch –... -
Page 15: Features
OPERATION and FEATURES Left Control Panel Right Control Panel Rear of Unit Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Control Lever – Sets the speed of the mower in Speed both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower. Hour Meter –... -
Page 16: Starting
OPERATION Starting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position. PTO must be in the disengage position (pushed down). Set choke (if needed), turn key and release as soon as engine starts. Adjust throttle to half and shut choke off. -
Page 17: Controls
OPERATION Controls Be familiar with all controls, their functions and how to operate them before starting the machine. Motion control levers on each side of the console control the direction of movement. SEE FIGURE BELOW Control Handles Neutral Position Slow Forward Fast Forward 90 Degree Right Turn 90 Degree Left Turn... -
Page 18: Service & Adjustments
Lift deck using the deck lift handle to the desired position Parking Brakes The Swisher ZTR2866BS is equipped with An Automatic Parking Brake system on each control handle. When the control handles are in the out most position the parking brakes are on. -
Page 19: Deck Belt Replacement
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Replacement Disconnect spark plug wire Install new belt by placing it around the deck pulleys. Refer to routing Apply parking brake diagram below. Lower the deck to its lowest position The belt will be loose at this time Remove the belt covers Tightly secure the belt tension back Disconnect tension idler... -
Page 20: Belt Replacement
SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement Removal Replacement Disconnect spark plug wire Install new belt by placing it around the engine pulley and the hydro Apply parking brake pulleys. Refer to routing diagram below. Disconnect wiring from electric clutch Remove clutch stop weldment (9973TK) The belt will be loose at this time Remove the engine to deck belt... -
Page 21: Seat Adjustment
To improve the tracking of the Swisher ZTR2866BS, the speed of one of the rear wheels needs to be decreased. If the ZTR2866BS pulls to the right the left wheel will need to decrease speed and if pulling to the left the right wheel will need to decrease speed. -
Page 22: Wiring Schematic
WIRING HARNESS ZTR2866BS WARNING When it is necessary to raise the mower for any repair or service, use jackstands to provide adequate support. DO NOT rely on hydraulic or mechanical jacks... -
Page 23: Parts Breakdown
PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Screw - 1/4-14X.38" ST 26X229 Solenoid - 3 Pole 1002004 Bolt - Serr Flange, 5/16-18X1GR5 ZY 10548 Linkage - Steering' 9" X 1.25" 14032TK Bushing 14029 Plate - Lock A/Turret 9922TK Screw - .312-18X.75 26X249 Tab - Linkage 14030TK... - Page 24 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # ITEM# DESCRIPTION PART NO. Bushing - Latch Pin 7839Z Nut - Nyloc 1/2-13 ZY Standard Pattern NB281 Washer - SAE Flat 5/16 ZY NB275 Bracket - Deck Belt Idler 9957 Nut - Nyloc 5/16-18 ZY NB181 Bolt - HTC, 3/8-16 X 2 GR5 ZY NB231...
- Page 25 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # 28 HP B&S Engine Oil Drain Valve 16000 5/16-18 X 1 1/4 Serrated Flange Bolt NB253 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB170 Spacer Engine Pulley BB105SL Engine Pulley Spacer Short .687 689S 1/4 X 1/2 Key Stock 4258 Motor Pulley 3.25"...
- Page 26 PARTS BREAKDOWN SEE LIFT DETAIL LIFT DETAIL SEE GAUGE WHEEL DETAIL SEE IDLER DETAIL GAUGE WHEEL DETAIL Item # Description Part # 3/8-16 2-way lock nut NB280 Nut - Jam 5/16-18 ZY NB173 3/8-16 Nylock nut Jam NB207 Two speed spring (A232 1998) TZ2S Eyebolt - Pigtail;...
- Page 27 PARTS BREAKDOWN 3/4-16 Nut NB175 Belleville Washer AS155 Pulley 5 1/2" 6114TK Spacer 12823 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer NB179 Center Blade Driver 12824 Outer Blade Driver 10540 3/4 ID X 1 3/4 OD Flat Washer B98W Blade Mount Plate 9008...
- Page 28 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Cap, Fuel - 2.50 Gallon, Carb Sealed 18221 Screw-3/8-16 x 1" Rolok,Unslot HWH Z/Wax 13044 Strap - Tank, 4 Gal; ZT 18377 Washer - 3/8 Lock, External Tooth; ZP 13045 Bolt - Serr Flange, 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZY NB690...
- Page 29 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Bolt - 5/16-18 X 3 GR2 ZY NB563 Spacer B99S Spring - Deck Lift Handle 10535 Clevis - Clutch Cable 9023MOD Nut - Nyloc 5/16-18 ZY NB181 Arm - Rocker, Safety Switch 9925 Washer - SAE Flat 5/16 ZY NB275...
- Page 30 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Frame - Pan 9999 Nut - Lock Jam, 5/8-11 2 Way Grade A NB595 Bolt - Carriage 5/16-18X3/4 GR5 ZY 10216 Washer - 5/8 ID X 1 OD 10 GA ZY NB178 Plate - Pivot Housing Weldment 9954...
- Page 31 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # Clevis - Clutch Cable; T44CH 9023 Linkage - Steering' 9" X 1.25" 14032 Connector 14028 Nut - Nylock 1/4-20 NB180 Hydro Linkage Right Weldment 14058 RH Hydro - Eaton W/Rsrvr W/Tnk & Ext 10269 Hydro Linkage Left Weldment 14060...
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Page 32: Troubleshooting
TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fuel tank Out of fuel Choked engine and attempt to restart Engine not “choked” properly Engine Will Wait several minutes before attempting to Engine flooded restart. Not Start Replace spark plug Bad spark plug Clean or replace air filter Dirty air filter Replace fuel filter Dirty fuel filter... - Page 33 TROUBLESHOOTING Continued PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Cutting too much grass/ too fast Set in High Cut (position 8)/reduce speed Loss of “Choke” position Push choke control in Power Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under Clean underside of mower deck deck. Clean or replace air filter Dirty air filter Check oil level/change oil...
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Page 34: Mower Identification
All mower parts listed herein may be ordered durability and safety of this unit and directly from SAI or your nearest Swisher may void the warranty. Swisher dealer. disclaims liability for any claims or... -
Page 35: Replacement Parts
Replacement Parts Quick Reference Swisher Part # Part Description 12777 Deck Lift Linkage Assembly AS069 Fuse 10 Amp 037X66 47” Hydro Belt 3756 20 x 10 x 8 Rear Tire 12527 130” Deck Belt 12509 22.5 Mulching Blade 037X89 Engine to Deck Belt... -
Page 36: Warranty Rights
Neighbors noticed his new invention and began asking him to make more. Today, over 65 years later, Swisher is still producing innovative lawn and garden and ATV/UTV equipment designed to give us all more “relaxing in the shade” time.
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