Swisher VT389H User manual

Type
User manual
8/22/2019
Versa
V
ersa
Tractor
Tractor
Commercial Pro
C
ommercial Pro
Land Management System
Land Management System
OWNER’S MANUAL
STARTING SERIAL # L119-001001
SWISHER ACQUISITION INC.
1602 Corporate Drive, Warrensburg Missouri 64093
Phone: 660-747-8183 FAX: 660-747-8650
Toll Free: 1-800-222-8183
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945,
Celebrating over 70 years of innovation
21778 REV 19-001
Model #: VT389H
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escription: Versa Tractor, 389cc Honda
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document. Following the instructions for use, service, maintenance, etc. can greatly increase the
performance and life of your machine.
General:
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Read Before Operating:
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DANGER: Indicates an IMMINENTLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, WILL
RESULT in death or serious injury.
WARNING: Indicates a POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, COULD
RESULT in death or serious injury.
CAUTION: Indicates a POTENTIALLY HAZARDOUS SITUATION! If not avoided, MAY
RESULT in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe
practices.
THIS SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL IDENTIFIES AN IMPORTANT SAFETY MESSAGE IN
THIS MANUAL THAT HELPS YOU AND OTHERS AVOID PERSONAL INJURY OR
EVEN DEATH. DANGER, WARNING AND CAUTION ARE SIGNAL WORDS USED
TO IDENTIFY THE LEVEL OF HAZARD. HOWEVER, REGARDLESS OF THE
HAZARD, BE EXTREMELY CAREFUL.
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Note: Refer to the Operating Instructions on page 13-15 for complete directions on
operating the unit.
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These instructions are for your safety. Read them thoroughly & 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.
Remember: The operator is responsible for
avoiding dangers or accidents.
WARNING
When using the machine, approved personal
protective equipment shall be used. Personal
protective equipment cannot eliminate the risk of
injury, but it will reduce the degree of injury if an
accident does occur. Ask your retailer for help in
choosing the right equipment.
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Safety instructions continued on next page.
General Use:
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DO NOT use this machine without the Guards or Belt
Covers in place.
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These instructions are for your safety. Read them thoroughly & carefully.
This Safety Alert Symbol indicates important messages in this manual. When you see this
s
ymbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.
Children:
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Slope Operation:
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Maintenance & Storage:
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Training:
All users should seek and obtain
professional and practical instruction. Such
instruction should emphasize:
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symbol, carefully read the message that follows and be alert to the possibility of personal injury.
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OF OWNER’S MANUAL.
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GRADE AND PROCEDURES.
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INSTRUCTION ON PAGE 13 OF OWNER’S MANUAL.
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+,2@3:4,=4,6604,9/C93+?4:D,7+,,<6REFER TO UNIT SPECIFICATIONS TABLE ON PAGE
12 OF OWNER’S MANUAL.
Read all operating instructions, safety instructions and customer responsibilities
before operating this machinery.
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CAUTION
Stop engine, apply brakes, and remove
ignition key for safety. Disconnect
spark plug wires. Wear heavy, thick
gloves when holding onto blade. Avoid
the sharp edge of the blade.
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Overall Unit Care:
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Driving & Transport on Public Roads:
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WARNING
When it is necessary to tilt the unit for
any repair or service, use safety chains
and/or jack stands to provide adequate
support. DO NOT rely on hydraulic or
mechanical jacks.
WARNING
STOP THE ENGINE AND DISCONNECT
THE SPARK PLUGS BEFRE MAKING
ANY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE
MACHINE!
WARNING
Do not overinflate the tires. Serious
injury can occur if the tire explodes
V-Belts:
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Tires:
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attachment will need to be in either position
“A” or position “B” to activate the attachment.
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WARNING
Carbon Monoxide. A running engine
gives off carbon monoxide, a
poisonous gas that can kill you. Do
not operate the engine in an
enclosed area. Only operate in a well
ventilated area.
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DANGER
Engaging and Disengaging the Drive System:
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Power Unit Identification
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Swisher VT389H User manual

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