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Swisher ZTR2760BS Owner's Manual

27 or 24 hp (briggs & stratton), 24 hp (kawasaki) – 60” wide cut
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ZTR2760BS, ZTR2760BS-CA, ZTR2460BS, ZTR2460BS-CA,
ZTR2460KA, ZTR2460KA-CA
27 or 24 HP (Briggs & Stratton), 24 HP (Kawasaki) – 60" Wide Cut
Patent Pending
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093
PHONE: 660-747-8183 FAX: 660-747-8650
TOLL FREE: 1-800-222-8183
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945,
Celebrating over 65 years of innovation
OWNER'S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L112-352001
18870 REV 12-352

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  • Page 1 ZTR2760BS, ZTR2760BS-CA, ZTR2460BS, ZTR2460BS-CA, ZTR2460KA, ZTR2460KA-CA 27 or 24 HP (Briggs & Stratton), 24 HP (Kawasaki) – 60” Wide Cut Patent Pending 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, WARRENSBURG MISSOURI 64093 PHONE: 660-747-8183 FAX: 660-747-8650 TOLL FREE: 1-800-222-8183 Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945, Celebrating over 65 years of innovation OWNER’S MANUAL...

  • 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

    Operator Presence…………………….. Hydro Expansion Tanks…….. 21 Tires………………………………………………. WIRING SCHEMATIC………….. 22-24 Blade Maintenance……………………… PARTS BREAKDOWN………….. 25-34 Battery / Charging Tips….……………. 10 - 11 TROUBLESHOOTING…………… 35-36 V-belts…………………………………………… MOWER IDENTIFICATION…….. Engine…………………………………………….. REPLACEMENT PARTS……….. Overall Unit Care………….………………. NOTES………………………….. Transporting Safety…………………….. SWISHER HISTORY…………….. 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. Innovative handle control design 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: • 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. Cut any banding or strapping that may be holding the mower to the crate.

  • Page 6: Symbols & Decals

    SYMBOLS & DECALS 18795 - Warning Decal Operator must be Seated Decal - OD73 Flying Debris Decal - OD43 Before Exiting Decal - 18797 Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal - OD74 Triangle Danger Decal - OD55 No Step Decal - OD11 ROPS Warning Decal Serial # ID Tag EPA / CARB Certification Decal –...

  • 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 NOTE:...

  • Page 8: Children Safety

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Children: Serious accidents may occur if you fail to be on guard for Remember: children in the area of the machine. Children are often attracted to the machine and mowing work. The operator is responsible for Never assume that children will stay put where you last saw avoiding dangers or accidents.

  • Page 9: General Use & Safety Rules

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Use Continued… Mowing Safety: WARNING – Gasoline 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 gasoline while the engine is running or when the engine is hot.

  • Page 10: Customer Responsibility

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Operator Presence System: Be sure check that the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly before every use. 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 Switch) is disengaged (pressed down).

  • Page 11: Battery / Charging Tips

    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.

  • Page 12: V-Belts

    CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES V-Belts: Check V-belts for deterioration and wear before each use 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: REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL.

  • 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 & Features

    OPERATION & FEATURES Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for Throttle Control – Used to control Engine normal operation and disengages Speed. transmissions for pushing or pulling the unit. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation. Fuel Tanks – Dual 4.0 gal. PTO Switch –...

  • Page 15: Features

    OPERATION & FEATURES Left Control Panel Right Control Panel PTO / Blade Engagement Switch Throttle Control Cable Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation 12V Accessory Outlet Plug Safety Starting Interlock Switch Starting Instructions Decal Key Switch Accessory hole for On/Off Toggle Switch (P/N 18782) Choke Cable (Only on 24HP Kawasaki Engines &...

  • Page 16: Grass Height Of Cut

    OPERATION Grass Height & Cutting Suggestions: Do not attempt to cut wet grass. The average lawn should be cut to 2 ½” during the cool season and to over 3” during the hot months. For healthier and better looking lawns, mow often and after moderate growth. As a rule, never cut more than 1/3 of the total grass blade length.

  • Page 17: Controls

    Note: The pressure required to operate the mower is very slight. Fuel Shut-Off Valves The Swisher ZTR2760BS, ZTR2460BS & ZTR2460KA are equipped with two shut-off valves, one for each tank. These are located behind the seat and in front of the engine.

  • Page 18: Service & Adjustments

    The cutting range is from approximately 1.5” to approximately 5”. Parking Brakes / Transmission Bypass Adjustments The Swisher ZTR2460BS, ZTR2760BS & ZTR2460KA are equipped with a manual parking brake linked with transmission bypasses. This system must be engaged by the operator before starting the vehicle and also before exiting the vehicle.

  • Page 19: Deck Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt Routing & Replacement For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual. Removal 1. Engine-to-Deck belt 2. Deck idler belt Disconnect spark plug wire. 3. Deck pulleys Apply parking brake. 4.

  • Page 20: Belt Replacement

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement For replacement belt part number refer to Replacement Parts Quick Reference Chart in this manual. Left side hydro Removal Right side hydro Disconnect spark plug wire. Hydro belt Apply parking brake. Engine pulley / Clutch Remove both hydro fan covers (18691TK).

  • Page 21: Seat Adjustment

    SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Seat Adjustment The Swisher ZTR2760BS, ZTR2460BS & ZTR2460KA are equipped with a 4” range sliding seat. Release the tension on the seat adjustment lever by pushing the grey tip lever to the left. SEE FEATURES section in this manual.

  • Page 22: Wiring Schematic

    WIRING HARNESS RIGHT WIRING HARNESS P/N 18692...
  • Page 23 WIRING HARNESS LEFT WIRING HARNESS P/N 18693...
  • Page 24 WIRING HARNESS WIRING HARNESS P/N 18806 (Kawasaki Engines Only)

  • Page 25: Parts Breakdown

    PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Part # Description Qty. 18705TK Weldment - Frame, Rear; Txt Blk 18923TK Weldment - Front Frame, HD; Txt Blk 18860 Kit - ROPS, Fully Assembled, Txt Blk 18737TK Wrap - Engine; Txt Blk Bearing 18581 Plug - Finishing, 1 x 3 x .083 Tube 18629 Plug - Finishing, 3/4 x 3/4 x .120 Tube 18635...
  • Page 26 PARTS BREAKDOWN HYDRO DETAIL Item # Part # Description Qty. Item # Part # Description Qty. 18094 Hydrostat - Hydro-Gear ZT2800, Right 3622 Pulley - V, Idler; 3.54 OD x 3/8 ID 18093 Hydrostat - Hydro-Gear ZT2800, Left 18674TK Plate - Idler; Txt Blk 18858TK Weldment - Hydro Link Support;...
  • Page 27 Description Qty. Item # Part # Description Qty. 14398 Engine - 27HP B&S (ZTR2760BS & CA) NB180 Nut - Nyloc, 1/4-20 18729 Engine - 24HP Kawasaki (ZTR2460KA & CA) 18696TK Bracket - Hydro Expansion Tank; Txt Blk 14391 Muffler - B&S V-Twin (for BS)
  • Page 28 PARTS BREAKDOWN HANDLE DETAIL Notes: -Item number 23 (two places) attaches to item number 8 from Page 26 using item numbers 29 & 30. BRAKE DETAIL...
  • Page 29 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Part # Description Qty. 18742 Seat - High Back; w/ Seat Slide, Armrest 18679TK Base - Seat; Txt Blk NB513 Bolt - HCC, 5/16-18 x 4; GR5, Zy NB275 Washer - SAE Flat, 5/16; ZY NB170 Nut - Serr Flange, 5/16-18;...
  • Page 30 PARTS BREAKDOWN Notes: -Item number 37 (four places) attaches to item number 26 & 27 from Page 27. -Item number 3 attaches to item number 2 from Page 25 using item numbers 34, 35 & 36 from Page 27. INSIDE IDLER DETAIL OUTSIDE IDLER DETAIL...
  • Page 31 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Part # Description Qty. 18701TK Weldment - 60" deck; Txt Blk 18786TK Bracket - Deck Stabilizer: Txt Blk 18601 Tod - Drag Link Bar NB596 Bolt - Serr Flange, 5/16-18 x 3/4; GR5, ZY NB170 Nut - Serr Flange, 5/16-18; Case Hard, ZY NB178 Washer - 5/8"...
  • Page 32 PARTS BREAKDOWN CENTER BLADE DRIVER Note: Torques for bolt numbers 10 & 11 should be set at 35 ft./lbs. Torque settings for nut number 1 should be set at 35 ft./lbs. RIGHT BLADE DRIVER LEFT BLADE DRIVER Item # Part # Description Qty.
  • Page 33 PARTS BREAKDOWN Item # Part # Description Qty. Item # Part # Description Qty. 18610 Fender - Left 18717 Spacer - Fender 18578TK Panel - Control, Left; Txt Blk 18609 Fender - Right 18743 Screw - Rolok, 5/16-18 x 1; STD, ZY 18639TK Panel - Control, Right;...

  • Page 34: Parts Breakdown

    PARTS BREAKDOWN Notes: -Torque specs for lug nuts number 2 should be set at 40 ft./lbs. -Nut number 10 should not be fastened tightly. It should only be tight enough to engage the Nyloc nut but also allow the caster (#4) to spin freely. There should be no up and down axial movement in the caster once fastened.

  • Page 35: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Fill fuel tank. Out of fuel. Engine Will Wait several minutes before attempting to Engine flooded. Not Start restart. Bad spark plug. Replace spark plug. Dirty air filter. Clean or replace air filter. Dirty fuel filter. Replace fuel filter.
  • Page 36 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Cutting too much grass/ too fast. Set in High Cut (position 1)/reduce speed. Loss of Buildup of grass, leaves and trash under Clean underside of mower deck. Power deck. Clean or replace air filter. Dirty air filter. Check oil level/change oil.

  • Page 37: Mower Identification

    WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING INORMATION AVAILABLE: •Date Purchased ____________________ •Purchased From____________________ •PRODUCT –  ZTR2760BS  ZTR2760BS-CA  ZTR2460KA  ZTR2460KA-CA  ZTR2460BS  ZTR2460BS-CA •SERIAL NUMBER - _______________ •ENGINE MODEL NUMBER - _______________ •TYPE - _______________ •PART NUMBER WITH PAINT CODE__________________...

  • Page 38: Replacement Parts

    REPLACEMENT PARTS Quick Reference Swisher Part # Part Description 18811 Belt – Hydro, ½ x 80 ¼ 18746 Belt – Engine to Deck ½ x 126 18637 Belt – Deck Idler, ½ x 55 18784 Tire/Wheel – 20 x 10-10, Spoked 18785 Tire/Wheel –...

  • Page 39: Notes

    NOTES...

  • Page 40: Swisher History

    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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