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6
GENERAL OPERATIONS
The operation of any mower can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye
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amage. Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting
any cutting machine and while operating such a machine.
The operation of any mower produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear. Ear protection is
recommended.
CAUTION! Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children.
Children are often attracted to the machine and the mowing activity. Never assume that children will
remain where you last saw them.
INTENDED USE
The 44” Trail Cutter is designed to clear dense areas of grass and cut saplings up to 3” thick on meadows
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nd small estates. It is not intended to create a finish cut on lawns. Your Trail Cutter should be towed
behind an ATV, golf cart, lawn tractor or other approved vehicle. It is not recommended for speeds
exceeding 5 MPH.
ATTACHING TRAIL CUTTER TO TOW VEHICLE
• Back vehicle up to desired towing position.
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If an offset is desired, position the Trail Cutter to the side opposite the tow vehicle discharge (if
any). This prevents the tow vehicle from throwing grass into Trail Cutter engine.
• Using the 2” ball coupler, connect the hitch to the vehicle your machine will be towed with. Once
attached, adjust the level of the Cutter by rotating the adjustment rods. See pages 17 for detailed
instructions.
STARTING THE ENGINE
See engine manufacturer’s recommendations for the type and amount of oil and fuel used. T
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Cutters equipped with an electric start engine will need a Battery (sold separately). Swisher recommends
using a standard “U1” battery. See pages 15 for detailed instructions.
• Make sure the tow vehicle parking brake is set, Cutter is level, and blades are
disengaged. Engine must be level to accurately check and fill oil. Do not overfill.
• Check spark plug wire, oil, and fuel.
• Check all electrical connections for buildup of debris.
• Set engine throttle to “CHOKE” position.
• Turn key to the “RUN” position, then to the “START” position.
• Set engine throttle at maximum RPM for best performance.
• Allow engine to run a few moments before engaging blades.
GENERAL OPERATIONS
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