Swisher POL 14560B Owner'S Manual Download Page 3

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Read the manual.  Learn to operate this machine safely. 

 

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Always disconnect the spark plug wire and place the wire where it cannot contact 
the spark plug, to prevent accidental starting of the engine when setting up, 
transporting, adjusting or making repairs. 

 

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Keep all shields and guards in place. 

 

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Understand the speed, steering and stability of this machine.  Know the positions 
and operations of all controls before you operate this machine.  Check all of the 
controls in a safe area before starting to work with this machine. 

 

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Allow only responsible adults who are familiar with these instructions to operate 
this machine.  Never allow children to operate this machine. 

 

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Clear the area of objects such as rocks, toys, wire, etc. that can be picked up and 
thrown by the blades. 

 

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Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing.  Be aware of the mower 
discharge direction and do not point at anyone.  Stop the machine if anyone enters 
the mowing area.  Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing 
activity.  Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them.   
Keep children under the watchful care of another responsible adult. 

 

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No riders! 

 

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Do not put hands or feet near or under rotating parts.  Keep clear of the discharge 
opening at all times. 

 

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Do not mow in reverse.  Always look down and behind before and while backing. 

 

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. 

Read this manual completely.  This machine can amputate hands, feet, and throw 
objects.  Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious 
injury or death. 

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Summary of Contents for POL 14560B

Page 1: ...NO Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945 Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts Made In The USA Rev 05 193 Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before...

Page 2: ...y to any product of Swisher Mower Co Inc that has been subject to alteration misuse abuse improper assembly or installation shipping damage or to normal wear of the product 4 Exclusions Excluded from...

Page 3: ...and thrown by the blades Be sure the area is clear of other people before mowing Be aware of the mower discharge direction and do not point at anyone Stop the machine if anyone enters the mowing area...

Page 4: ...e mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing Do not operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs Do not operate on slopes gre...

Page 5: ...1 No step Decal OD55 Triangle Danger Decal OD33 Speed Decal OD29 Danger Decal OD43 Flying Debris Decal OD75 POLARIS DECAL OD99128 60 Decal OD58TX Throttle Decal OD28 Key Switch Decal OD129 BLADE PTO D...

Page 6: ...the front tube of the frame Again choose fromthe 3 holes to arrange desired offset Pin with a hitch pin H11 5 Eliminate step 2 for hitching fromthe center bracket Onlyone method can be used at a time...

Page 7: ...o front of mower Attach Swivel Hitch H10TK to tow vehicle Attach tongue hitch to vehicle as shown on page 6 Figure 3 Rotate and lock rear casters into position as shown on page 6 Figure 2 STARTING THE...

Page 8: ...d engine to idle for 5 minutes This breaks in the belts and the engine Stop mower properly MOWER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Adjust deck height while mower is not running The cutting range is approximately 1 5...

Page 9: ...en 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...

Page 10: ...ter 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 i...

Page 11: ...NUT NB524 12 3 8 24 2 WAY LOCK NUT NB216 13 BLADE MOUNT PLATE 9008 14 20 1 2 BLADE 9004 15 BELLEVILLE WASHER NB607 16 3 8 24X1 1 4 BOLT NB238 17 3 8 24X1 1 4 BOLT LOCKTITE NB238N 18 BEARING HOUSING S...

Page 12: ...LLER AS001 5 DECK WELDMENT 6027TK 6 CHUTE SPRING 9100 7 GAS CAP 6102NC 8 GAS TANK 6102T 9 TANK BRACKET 6078TK 10 HITCH PIN H11 11 GAS TANK STAND 6044TK 12 SWAY BAR 6097 6098 13 BELT TENSION IDLER 6055...

Page 13: ...RING 682S 20 5 16 18 EYE BOLT NB315 21 5 16 18 SERR FLNG NUT NB170 22 3 8 16 X 1 1 2 BOLT NB107 23 3 8 SAE WASHER NB272 25 IDLER PULLEY B527 26 IDLER ASSEMBLY 6095 27 3 8 16 2WAY LOCK NUT NB280 28 1 2...

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Page 15: ...G HARNESS BRIGGS WH14560FM 04 BATTERY U 1 R SOLD SEPARATELY BATTERY CABLE RED BCSR BATTERY CABLE BLACK BCLB SOLENOID 16915 BATTERY STRAP BHOLD KEYS KSK BATTERY CABLE BOOTS BCBT PARTS NOT SHOWN 6116 Sh...

Page 16: ...Co Inc or your nearest Swisher 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 PLE...

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