OWNER’S MANUAL MODEL NO. FT1150 50” UNIVERSAL MOUNT TRAILMOWER R IMPORTANT Read and follow all Safety Precautions and Instructions before operating this equipment. Rev. 04-147 For Vehicle M ounting Options See Details On Page-16 Assembly Operation Service and Adjustment Repair Parts 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 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. • Read the manual. Learn to operate this machine safely.
• Turn off the blades when not mowing. Before leaving the machine, turn off the blades and stop the engine. • Watch for traffic when operating near or crossing roadways. • Do not operate the mower if it has been dropped or damaged in any manner or if the mower vibrates excessively. Excessive vibration is an indication of damage. Repair mower as necessary. • Dress properly. Do not operate the mower when barefoot or wearing open sandals. Wear only solid shoes with good traction when mowing.
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 one (1) year 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.
STARTING THE ENGINE • See engine manufacturer’s instructions for the type and amount of oil and fuel used. Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill. • Park vehicle and mower on a level surface, set the vehicle parking brake, and disengage blades. • Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel. • Check all electrical connections. • Make certain console assembly is secured to vehicle. • Set engine throttle control to the “CHOKE” position.
STOP MOWING • Bring vehicle to a full stop. • Disengage clutch lever by moving lever to center position. • Turn key switch to “OFF” position. TRANSPORTING MOWER • Never transport unit with engine running. • If transporting unattached from tow vehicle, remove spark plug wire and place it where contact with the spark plug cannot be made. SUGGESTED MOWING PRACTICES • Operate mower engine at full throttle to assure the best cutting performance and maximum material discharge. • Allow wet grass to dry.
SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc.
5 FIGURE-1 S EE DETAIL BELOW- # 12 6 12 4 10 6 11 1 8 7 FRAME ASSEMBLY 2 3 DETAIL-12 Item No. Description Part # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 Frame Weldment Caster Weldment Tire & Wheel NO Tread 4.10x3.5-5 Bearing, Flanged 3/4 ID 3/4 Push Nut BLK Plastic 3/4ID X 1 1/4OD 10 GA. Washer 1/8 X 1 Cotter Pin Sway Bar Right Sway Bar Left 1/2 USS Flat Washer 1/2-13 X 7 3/4 Eye Bolt Height Adj. Assembly 5/16 PAL NUT KNOB CRANK ROD HEIGHT ADJ.
FIGURE 2 33 See Detail (P age 14) 5 8 36 4 14 See Detail 6 (Page 13) 20 7 19 3 26 34 12 15 16 11 10 33 Not Pictured T2SM Spring 35 2 17 18 See Detail 1 9 14 (Page 13) DECK ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 14 15 16 17 50" Deck Weldment Engage Cable Mount Grass Chute Mount Grass Chute Weldment BELT COVER 1/2-13 Nyloc Nut 1/2-13 Hex Nut Chute Spring Anti-Scalp Roller 3/8-16 Lock Nut 1/2-13 X 3 HCC GR5 Bolt 5/16-1
Console Assembly 3 8 10 9 4 11 6 2 7 5 1 14 16 Figure 7 Item No.
11 8 19 BLADE DRIVER SET-UP Figure 6 4 7 10 2 7 Center Blade Driver Configuration 1 3 19 18 Outer Blade Driver 17 Configuration 14 2 10 15 16 5 9 6 13 12 Blade Driver Assy. 9058- 5.75” (Center Shaft) 9018- 4.
See Detail MOTOR BASE ASSEMBLY 10 Item No. Description Part # 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 Motor Base Heat Shield Belt Guard Anti-Scalp Roller 3/8-16 X 5 1/2 GR5 ZP 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut 1/4-20 HX NUT 1/4-20 X 1 1/4-20 Flange Nut 5/16-18 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP 5102TK 5094TK 5097TK AS-001 NB-575 NB-182 NB-139 NB-102 NB-180 NB-253 10 9 1 2 7 3 6 Figure 3 8 4 5 13 ENGINE SET-UP Item No.
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. Attachment Options FIGURE 9 Q uick Switch Mount kit TM Detail-1 PART# 2646 Attaching unit to operate in the front mount position 2 TM 3 1 (Q uick Switch Mount kit sold separately) Detail-1 , 3 Item No.
REPAIR PARTS Your 50’’ T railmower has been produced with components designed specific to this machine. Although standard V-belts, springs, bearings, blades, pulleys, hardware, etc. look similar to parts used on other machinery, they may in some cases be made of a different construction and/or materials.
Visit us at: www.swisherinc.com 50” UNIVERSAL MOUNT TRAILMOWER R Each mower has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. The model number for the mower will be found on the right hand side of the drive belt housing. The model number for the engine will be found on the top of the blower fan housing. All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co., Inc. or your nearest Swisher dealer.