Swisher ZT2560 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUALZT2560ZT2560ZT256025 HP – 60” CUT 1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093 PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650M

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSlope Operation Remove obstacles such as stones, tree branches, etc. Mow up and down, not side to side. Never drive the rider on

SPECIFICATIONSFRONT: 4.10x3.5-5 5/8 BearingREAR: 20 X 10 X 8TIRE SIZE27 + - 3 ft. lbsHYDRO Bolt TorquePivoting FRONT AXLESpring AssistedDECK LIFTDelux

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESOperator Presence SystemBe sure the operator presence and interlock systems are working properly. If your mower does not fun

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESBlade MaintenanceStop engine and removeignition key for safety. Disconnect spark plug wire. Wear heavy, thick gloves when h

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESV-BeltsCheck V-belts for deterioration and wear after 100 hours of operation and replace if necessary. Replace belts if they

CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIESMAINTENANCE SCHEDULEX1,2Replace Oil FilterXCheck Operator PresenceXXReplace Spark PlugX2Clean Engine Cooling FinsXInspect Muf

OPERATIONFEATURES1. Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation3. Choke Control – Used when starting a

OPERATIONFEATURES1. Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation3. Choke Control – Used when starting a

OPERATIONFEATURES1. Throttle Control – Used to control Engine Speed2. Hour Meter – Indicates hours of operation3. Choke Control – Used when starting a

OPERATIONStarting Operator must be sitting in the seat. Control handles must be in the neutral (outward) position (which sets the parking brakes).

LIMITED WARRANTYThe manufacturer’s warranty to the original consumer purchaser is: This product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for

Controls Be familiar with all controls, their functions and how to operate them before starting the machine.Motion control levers on each side of th

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTS Push out on the Deck Lift Handle and raise or lower the deck to the desired position. Position 1 is the lowest setting and

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTSDeck Belt Routing & Replacement Disconnect spark plug wireApply parking brake Lower the deck to its lowest position R

Hydro Belt Routing & Replacement Disconnect spark plug wireApply parking brakeDisconnect wiring from electric clutchRemove clutch stop weldme

SERVICE & ADJUSTMENTSSeat AdjustmentEngine to Deck Belt Apply parking brake Lower the deck to its lowest position Disconnect tension idler Rem

Parking Brakes The Swisher ZT2560 is equipped with an Automatic Parking Brake system on each control handle. When the control handles are in the out

WIRING HARNESS2626

Item # Description Part #1 25HP B&S Engine N/A2 Frame Pan 9999TK3 Lift Support Plate (right) 9937TK4 Lift Support Plate (left) 9936TK5 1/3-13 X 2

Item # Description Part #1 25 HP B&S Engine N/A2 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB1703 Spacer Engine Pulley BB105SL4 Motor Pulley 3.25" 99935 1/

1234567891011121314141551617181920212223Item # Description Part #19 Idler Bushing 603720 Idler Bracket Painted 9944TK21 Idler Pulley OD-2.16", ID

CONTENTSLIMITED WARRANTY…………2OPERATION………………..……….16INTRODUCTION………………4Features……………………………………16General……………………………………..4Starting………………………………………19Before

Item # Description Part #1 60 ZT Deck Weldment 9901TK2 5/16-18 x 3/4 Serr flange bolt NB5963 Belt Cover 6025TK4 3/8 SAE washer NB2725 3/8-16 nyloc nu

1 3/4-16 Nut NB1752 Belleville Washer AS1553 Pulley 4 1/2" B4104TK4 Spacer 6065PM5 3/4 ID X 1 1/4 OD 18 GA Washer NB1796Center Blade Driver 10541

Item # Description Part #23Battery24Clutch stop weldment - painted 9973TK255/16-18 x3/4 serr flange bolt NB596265/16-18 serrated flange nut NB17027Rea

Item # Description Part #1 Seat Base 9998TK2 Control Panel 9991TK3 Hour Meter 38034 Throttle Control 35" 37885 Handle Pivot 9985TK6 1" Dir.

TROUBLESHOOTINGPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONEngine WillNot Start1. Out of fuel2. Engine not “choked” prop

TROUBLESHOOTING ContinuedPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONLoss ofPower1. Cutting too much grass/ too fast2. “C

TROUBLESHOOTING ContinuedPROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTIONPoor cut -uneven1. Worn, bent or loose blade2. Mower

Each mower has its own model number. Each engine has its own model number. The model number for the mower will be found under the seat. The model n

Replacement PartsQuick ReferenceBlade Driver Assembly (outside)10540Blade Driver Assembly (center)1054183” Engine to Deck Belt1026320.5 Mulching Blade

3939WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONSYOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS: The California Air Resources Board and Swisher Mower, is pleased to explain t

INTRODUCTIONCongratulationsThank you for purchasing a Swisher Zero Turn mower. This machine is built for the greatest efficiency and rapid mowing of

SWISHER HISTORYBack before electricity came to rural Missouri Max Swisher was producing lawn mowers from his mother’s chicken house. Max never liked

INTRODUCTIONUncrating & Assembly Dispose of top and side panels of the crate. Remove loose parts and packing material Cut any banding or strapp

SYMBOLS & DECALSTriangle Danger Decal – OD55Swisher Flag U.S.A.– OD39Notice Do Not Alter Wiring Decal– OD74Operator Must Be Seated Decal– OD73Flyi

SYMBOLS & DECALS cont.Hydro Release - 10280Danger/Warning Decal - 10276Throttle/Choke Decal - 10271Parking Brake DecalRight - 10279Parking Brake D

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSThese instructions are for your safety. Read them carefully.General Use Read all instructions in this operator’s manual and on t

Always look around before and during reversing maneuvers. Slow down before turning. Shut down the mower deck when not mowing. Be careful when roun