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ZT2460
ZT2460
ZT2460
24 HP – 60” CUT
CELEBRATING 60 YEARS OF INNOVATION
1945 - 2005
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
Made In The
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
USA
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OWNER’S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L505-040001
10277 Rev 05-010
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LIMITED WARRANTY The manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase by the original consumer purchaser. We will repair or replace, at our discretion, parts found to be defective due to materials or workmanship. This warranty is subject to the following limitations and exclusions: 1) Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products have a s
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CONTENTS 2 16 LIMITED WARRANTY………. OPERATION………………..……… 4 Features……………………… 16 INTRODUCTION……………… General………………………… 4 Starting………………………. 19 Before Operating………………… 4 Grass Height of Cut…………. 19 Uncrating & Assembly………. 5 Controls………...……..……… 20 SYMBOLS & DECALS………. 6 SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS.. 21 8 Adjusting Deck Height……. 21 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS…. General use and safety rules… 8 Deck Level………………… 21 Slope Operation……………… 10 Deck Belt Replacement…. 22 Children Safety……………… 10 Hydro Belt Replacement
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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. This manual is a valuable document. Following the instructions for use, service, maintenance, etc. can greatly increase the life-span of your machine . General In
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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 Cut any banding or strapping that may be holding the mower to the crate. Disengage spark plug wire and place where it cannot make a connection. Raise the mower deck to its highest position.. Disengage the parking brak
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SYMBOLS & DECALS OD45- Warning Decal Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74 Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39 Operator Must Be Seated Decal– OD73 No Step Decal – OD11 Flying Debris Decal – OD43 6 Triangle Danger Decal – OD55
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SYMBOLS & DECALS cont. Parking Brake Decal Key/PTO Decal - 10273 Left - 10270 Parking Brake Decal Hydro Release - 10280 Right - 10279 Throttle/Choke Decal - 10271 Danger/Warning Decal - 10276 Decals Not Shown OD99128 60” Deck White Decal 10275 ZT2460 Decal Small 10281 Height Adjust Decal 10542 Replacement Parts Decal 7 10274 Z-Max Decal OD99125 Medium Swisher Decal
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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 NOTE: Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on the machine before starting it. Ensure that If you have never used a Zero you understand them and then abide by them. Turn mowe
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS General Use Continued Remember The operator is Always look around before and during reversing responsible for maneuvers. avoiding dangers or Slow down before turning. accidents. Shut down the mower deck when not mowing. Be careful when rounding fixed objects, so that the blades do not hit them. WARNING Only operate the machine in daylight or other When using the well-lit conditions. machine, approved Keep the machine a safe distance from holes or personal prote
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Slope Operation Remove obstacles such as stones, tree branches, etc. Mow up and down, not side to side. Never drive the rider on terrain that slopes more than 10 degrees. Avoid starting or stopping on a slope. If the tires begin to slip, shut down the blades and drive slowly down the slope. Remember Always drive evenly and slowly on slopes. The operator is Make no sudden changes in speed or direction. responsible for Avoid unnecessary turns on slopes, and if it p
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SPECIFICATIONS GASOLINE CAPACITY DUAL 2.0 GAL TANKS AND TYPE UNLEADED REGULAR OIL TYPE (SPI-SF-SJ): SEE ENGINE MANUAL SPARK PLUG SEE ENGINE MANUAL GROUND SPEED 0 – 6 mph TIRE SIZE FRONT: 4.10x3.5-5 5/8 Bearing REAR: 20 X 10 X 8 TIRE PRESSURE FRONT: 50 psi Max REAR: 22 psi Max BATTERY 12V / Heavy Duty 275 CCA Type U1L HYDRO Bolt Torque 27 + - 3 ft. lbs BLADE BOLT 35 ft. lbs TORQUE CUTTING HEIGHT 1.5” – 5” CUTTING WIDTH 60” – 3 Mulching Blade System PARKING BRAKE Automatic - On Steering Han
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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 brakes (handle controls) are engaged (rotated outward), the PTO (Blade Engagement – See OPERATION FEATURES section of this manual) switch is disengaged (pressed down), and the operator is on the seat. When the engine is running, any attempt b
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES Blade Maintenance CAUTION Stop engine and remove ignition key for safety. Disconnect spark plug wire. Wear heavy, thick gloves when holding onto blade. Avoid the sharp edge of the blade. For best results, mower blades must be kept sharp. Replace bent or damage blades. Safely raise front of mower. SEE WARNING WARNING Hold or block blade from turning. When it is necessary to raise Loosen blade nut and remove blade. the mower for any repair or Replace blade, (SE
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES 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 REFER TO YOUR ENGINE OWNERS MANUAL Overall Unit Care Reduce the risk of fire by removing grass, leaves, and other debris that may have accumulated on the machine. Allow the machine time to
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CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Before Before Each Storage Use 8 Hours 25 Hours 50 Hours 100 Hours Season X X Check Brake Operation X X Check Tire Pressure Check Operator X Presence Parking Brake x Check for Loose X X X Fasteners Sharpen/Replace X3 Mower Blades Check Battery X X Clean Battery & X X Terminals Check Belts X Check Engine Oil X X Change Engine Oil w/ X1,2 filter Change Engine Oil X1,2 w/o filter Replace Oil Filter X1,2 Clean Air Filter X2 Inspec
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OPERATION FEATURES 9 7 10 6 12 1. Throttle Control – Used to control 7. Control Levers / Parking Brake – Sets the Engine Speed speed of the mower in both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower / 2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of Engages and disengages the Automatic operation Parking Brake system 3. Choke Control – Used when starting a 8. Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for cold engine normal operation and disengages 4. PTO Switch – Used to engage or transmissio
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OPERATION FEATURES 9 7 13 1. Throttle Control – Used to control 7. Control Levers / Parking Brake – Sets the Engine Speed speed of the mower in both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower / 2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of Engages and disengages the Automatic operation Parking Brake system 3. Choke Control – Used when starting a 8. Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for cold engine normal operation and disengages 4. PTO Switch – Used to engage or transmissions fo
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OPERATION FEATURES Left Control Panel Right Control Panel 6 3 4 1 2 5 8 11 Rear of Unit 1. Throttle Control – Used to control 7. Control Levers / Parking Brake – Sets the Engine Speed speed of the mower in both the forward and reverse directions and also turns the mower / 2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of Engages and disengages the Automatic operation Parking Brake system 3. Choke Control – Used when starting a 8. Hydro Bypass – Engages transmissions for cold engine normal operation and
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OPERATION Starting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position ( which sets the parking brakes). 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. Close motion control levers ( move inward), releasing the Parking Brakes Be sure all people are clear of the area. Engage blades and set RPM to maximum. NOTE: If you have n
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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 Slow Reverse NOTE: If you have never used a Zero Turn mower before, refer to the Operation Controls section of this manual before attempting to operate one for the first
