Swisher FC11544BS, Owner'S Manual

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SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES
• Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and
maximum material discharge.
• Allow wet grass to dry. Wet grass will clump and collect under the mowing deck.
• Mowing should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe
mowing conditions permit. Mowing speed should not exceed 5 MPH.
• The average lawn should be cut to approximately 2.5” during the cool season and to
over 3” during the hot months.
• For a healthier lawn and better aesthetics, your lawn should be mowed often and
after moderate growth.
• When cutting high or dense grass areas go slowly. Some areas may need to be
mowed twice. The second cut should be at 90 degrees to the first, if possible.
•
Mowing thick or high grass:
Raise rear of deck to ½” to ¾” above front of the
deck. See “FRONT TO BACK ADJUSTMENT”. When mowing thick or high grass,
it is recommended to cut area twice. The first at a higher setting and the second at the
desired lawn height.
•
Creating a manicured lawn: Never cut more than 1/3 of the grass height in one
cutting.
GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING
The mower is not cutting level.
• Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal. See tires for
maximum inflation.
• Make certain blades are installed identically, without the engine running.
The engine will not start.
• Disengage blades, turn toggle switch to “OFF” position, check battery and all
other electrical connections, and inspect spark plug and wire.
• Contact engine manufacturer or qualified mechanic.
Engine runs poorly.
• See engine manual.
• Check the throttle adjuster.
• Replace fuel, clean fuel filter and fuel line.
• Check spark plug and gap.
Mower bounces excessively while towing.
• Decrease tire pressure.
• Tow at a slower speed.
IF PROBLEMS PERSIST HAVE A QUALIFIED MECHANIC SERVICE THE
MOWER. NEVER ATTEMPT TO MAKE AN ADJUSTMENT THAT YOU
ARE NOT SURE IS CORRECT. DOING SO CAN CAUSE OTHER
PROBLEMS.
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