Swisher FC14566CPKA Owner'S Manual Download Page 8

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ALTERNATIVE STOPPING METHOD 

 

Bring vehicle to complete stop, shut off engine, and set parking brake. 

 

Disengage blade engage lever. 

 

Manually shut toggle and key switches to their “OFF” positions. 

 

Always remember to remove keys to avoid irresponsible usage. 

 

TRANSPORTING MOWER 

 

Stop mower properly. 

 

Place mower deck in its highest position. 

 

If transporting without the use of a tow vehicle, remove spark plug wire and place 
where it cannot contact the spark plug. 

 

SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES 

 

Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and 
maximum material discharge. 

 

Allow wet grass to dry.  Clumps of wet grass will collect under the mowing deck.   

 

Mowing should be started with tow vehicle in low gear and increased only as safe 
mowing conditions permit.  This 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 height crank handles to .5”-.75” above the 

other two handles.

 

 

Creating a manicured lawn.

  Lower rear height crank handle to .25”-.5” below 

front of deck.  This allows grass blades to be cut twice. It also continually cuts 
clippings to produce a mulching effect.

 

 

GENERAL TROUBLE SHOOTING 

 

The mower is not cutting level. 

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Level deck, making sure the side crank-handles are equal. 

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Check air pressure of all tires; make sure they are equal and to 
manufacturers specifications. 

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Examine blades for damage, while mower engine is not running. 

 

The engine will not start. 

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Disengage blades, turn toggle switch to “ON” position, check battery and all 
other electrical connections, and inspect spark plug and wire. 

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Check for fuel in the engine. 

 

Engine runs poorly. 

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See engine manual. 

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Check throttle adjuster. 

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Replace fuel, clean fuel filter and fuel line. 

 
 
 

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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Summary of Contents for FC14566CPKA

Page 1: ...64093 PHONE 660 747 8183 FAX 660 747 8650 MODEL NO FC14566CPKA FC14566CPKA CA Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts www swisherinc com 20928 REV 18 335 STARTING SERIAL L118 335001 IM...

Page 2: ...djusted and operated in accordance with the instructions contained within this manual This warranty does not apply to any product of Swisher that has been subject to alteration misuse abuse improper a...

Page 3: ...clear of the discharge opening at all times Do not mow in reverse Always look down and behind before and while backing Turn off the blades when not mowing Before leaving the machine turn off the blad...

Page 4: ...TY DECALS Replace decals immediately if damaged Order by part number from Swisher OD45 Warning Decal OD11 No step Decal OD55 Triangle Danger Decal OD33 Speed Decal OD29 Danger Decal OD43 Flying Debris...

Page 5: ...de washer NB149 if necessary and wheel valve stem out onto axle and replace cotter pin 3 Bend cotter pin so it will not fall out 4 Repeat process for other wheel OFFSET CENTER TOW HITCH BAR ASSEMBLY 1...

Page 6: ...ether is secured properly to both the toggle switch and the towing vehicle STARTING THE ENGINE See engine manufacturer s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used Trail Mowers with ele...

Page 7: ...is approximately 1 to 5 5 The height should be measured from the ground to the blade tip without the engine running Rotate height adjust crank handles H7N in a clockwise direction to lift the mower d...

Page 8: ...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...

Page 9: ...ilter assure proper air fuel mixture and help your engine run better and last longer Check blades and belts for wear Replace as necessary STORAGE RECOMMENDATIONS CAUTION Do not store engine indoors or...

Page 10: ...ems 19 22 are included in service part H7N Item Description Part 1 3 4 16 Nyloc Nut NB122 2 Washer NB195 3 Bearing B98 4 Extension Hitch 12543 5 Caster Fork 665 6 5 8 11 X 7 Bolt NB624 7 Safety Hitch...

Page 11: ...2 Bolt 1 2 13 X 2 NB509 13 Bolt 3 8 16 X 5 1 2 GR5 ZY NB575 14 Nut Nyloc 3 8 16 ZY NB182 15 Battery Box 6112 16 Bolt Nut for Battery Box NB690 NB524 17 3 8 Washer NB272 18 Belt Cover 12523 19 Deck Idl...

Page 12: ...le switch Item No Description Part 1 Pivot Handle Grip Yellow 2077 2 Nut Nyloc 5 16 18 NB181 3 Pivot Engage 4578 4 Clip Nylon 1 2 NB683 5 Nut Serr Flange 1 4 20 NB524 6 Nut Serr Flange 5 16 18 NB170 7...

Page 13: ...leville 413IDX 945OD NB607 12 Bolt HHC 3 8 24 X 1 NB238N 13 Washer Flat 3 4 ID X 1 3 4 OD B98W 14 Housing Cast Iron Blade Driver 19924 15 Shaft Blade 5 9077 16 Bolt Serr Flange 1 4 20 X 1 13182 Item D...

Page 14: ...isher dealer All engine parts may be ordered from the nearest dealer of the engine supplied with your mower Color cannot be guaranteed on service parts WHEN ORDERING PARTS PLEASE HAVE THE FOLLOWING IN...

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