Swisher FC-17 Owner's manual

Brand: Swisher

Model: FC-17

Type: Owner's manual

This manual is also suitable for

FC-17 DUMP CART

Swisher FC-17 DUMP CART is a versatile and durable piece of equipment designed to enhance your lawn care and gardening tasks. With a generous 17 cubic foot capacity, it can effortlessly handle large loads of materials such as soil, mulch, or debris. The FC-17 is constructed from heavy-duty materials, ensuring its longevity and ability to withstand the rigors of regular use. Its sturdy frame and reinforced tailgate provide exceptional support, allowing you to transport heavy items with confidence.

Owner’s

Manual

FC-17

IMPORTANT

Read and follow all

Safety Precautions

and Instructions

Before Operating this

Equipment.

Made In CHINA

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE PO BOX 67 WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093

PH 660. 747. 8183 FAX 660. 747. 8650

swisherinc.com

MANUFACTURING QUALITY LAWN CARE EQUIPMENT SINCE 1945

11766 REV. 05-340

17 Cubic Foot

Dump Cart

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. This warranty is subject to the

following limitations and exclusions:

In the event you have a claim under this warranty, you must return the product to an

authorized service dealer. All transportation charges, damage, or loss incurred during

transportation of parts submitted for replacement or repair under this warranty shall be borne

by the purchaser. Should you have any questions concerning this warranty, please contact

us toll-free at 1-800-222-8183. The model number, serial number, date of purchase, and the

name of the authorized Swisher dealer from whom you purchased the mower will be needed

before any warranty claim can be processed.

THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO ANY INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL

DAMAGES AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE LIMITED TO THE SAME TIME

PERIODS STATED HEREIN FOR ALL EXPRESSED WARRANTIES. Some states do not

allow the limitation of consequential damages or limitations on how long an implied warranty

may last, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. This warranty gives

you specific legal rights and you may have other rights, which vary from state-to-state. This is

a limited warranty as defined by the Magnuson-Moss Act of 1975.

1) Commercial Use This product is not intended for commercial use and

carries no commercial warranty.

2) Limitation This warranty applies only to products which have been

properly assembled, adjusted, and operated in accordance

with the instructions contained within this manual. This

warranty does not apply to any product of Swisher Mower

Co., Inc., that has been subject to alteration, misuse, abuse,

improper assembly or installation, shipping damage, or to

normal wear of the product.

3) Exclusions Excluded from this warranty are normal wear, normal

adjustments, and normal maintenance.

Pre-assembly Instructions:

For best results, follow all directions step by step.

Open box before beginning to assemble.

HELPFUL TIP: Read all instructions before starting to assemble.

Check Parts and Hardware:

Group together and check that all hardware and parts are included.

Refer to parts and hardware illustrations below.

If you are missing parts, contact the place of purchase for missing hardware or parts.

Tools Required:

2 – 10mm wrench

1 – 14mm wrench

1 – Screwdriver

1 – Medium Pliers

PARTS LISTING:

Ref.

No.

Part

No. Qty Part Description

1 12191 2 Tail Gate Holding Guide

2 12192 2 Corner Cop

3 12193 1 Release Latch (4 pieces)

4 12194 1 Hitch Bracket

5 12195 1 Stand Bracket

6 12196 1 Tailgate Brace (3 pieces)

7 12197 1 Main Tailgate

8 12198 1 Front Panel

9 12199 1 Wheel Support

10 12200 1 Wheel Axle

11 12201 1 Cart Tongue

12 12202 2 Main Panel Side Body

13 12203 2 Main Panel Bottom Body

14 12204 2 Wheel Assembly

HARDWARE PHOTOS ARE NOT ACTUAL SIZE

Ref

Let.

Part

No.

Qty. Part Description

A NB719 10 M8 x 20 Hex Bolt

B 10619 2 M6 x 20 Hex Bolt

C 12205 49 M6 X 16 Round Head Bolt

D 12186 22 M8 X 16 Round Head Bolt

E NB600 51 M6 Nut

F NB718 32 M8 Nut

G NB135 51 Ø 6 Lock Washer

H NB159 32 Ø 8 Lock Washer

I NB274 51 Ø 6 Flat Washer

J NB275 32 Ø 8 Flat Washer

K 12206 1 Lock Pin

L NB247 1 Hair Pin

M NB603 2 Cotter Pin

N NB179 4 Large Washer

O 12207 2 Wheel Hub Cap

HARDWARE LISTING:

Note: You may have extra nuts & Bolts when finished

Figure #2

Figure #1

Assembly Instructions:

Step 1: Main Panels Assembly

Attach the main panels bottom body and side body

by M8 Bolts, Φ8 Lock Washer and M8 Nut, tighten

the bolts.

Step 1 Hardware Needed:

18-M8x20 Round Head Bolt

18-Φ8 Lock Washer

18-M8 Nut

Step 2: Attach Main Cart Panels

Set cart upright as shown in figure #1 on a level

surface. Connect the center of the panels using

M6x16 bolts, Φ6 lock washer, and M6 nut.

Do not tighten bolts.

Step 2 Hardware Needed:

9 – M6x16 Bolt

9 –Φ6 Lock Washer

9 – M6 Nut

Step 3A:

Now tighten bottom bolts, and side bolts. Wait to tighten bolts connecting the bottom of main body panels

until the next step.

Step 3: Attach Tailgate Brace and Tailgate Holding Guides

First attach the bottom piece of the tailgate brace using M8x20 round slotted bolts, Φ8 lock washer, and M8

Nut. Do not tighten. Next, attach the side pieces of the tailgate brace to the outside, and attach the tailgate

holder guide to the inside of panel. Use M6x20 bolts, Φ6 lock washer, and M6 nut. Same bolt for both pieces

SEE Figure #2.

Do not tighten bolts.

Step 3 Hardware Needed:

6 – M8x20 Round Head Bolt

6 –Φ8 Lock Washer

6 – M8 Nut

6 – M6x20 Bolt

6 –Φ6 Lock Washer

6 – M6 Nut

Figure #3

Step 4: Attach Front Panel

With care, completely turn over the main body to rest the end which was

just assembled. Next, attach the front panel using M6x16 bolts,

Φ6 lock

washers, and M6 nuts. NOTE THE HOLES LEFT EMPTY. See Figure #3.

Tighten bottom bolts, side bolts, and the

center connection bolts from Step 1.

Step 4 Hardware Needed:

10 –Φ6 Lock Washer

10 – M6 Nut

10 – M6x16 Bolt

Figure #4

Figure #5

Step 5: Attach Wheel Support

Attach the wheel support as shown in figure #4 below using

M8x20 round head bolts, Φ8 lock washer, and M8 nut. Fully

tighten bolts.

Step 5 Hardware Needed:

8 – M8x20 Round Head Bolt

8 –Φ8 Lock Washer

8 – M8 Nut

Step 6: Attach Stand Bracket Support

Attach the stand bracket as shown in figure #5

using M6x16 bolts, Φ6 lock washer, and M6 nut.

Fully tighten bolts.

Step 6 Hardware Needed:

4 – M6x16 Bolt

4 –Φ6 Lock Washer

4 – M6 Nut

Figure #6

Figure #7

Figure #8

Step 7: Attach Front Corner Cap/Brace

Attach front corner braces and bolt back bracket

as shown in figure #6 using M6x16 bolts,

Φ6 lock washer, and M6 nut.

Fully tighten bolts.

Step 7 Hardware Needed:

6 – M6x16 Bolt

6 –Φ6 Lock Washer

6 – M6 Nut

Step 8: Attach Latch Lock to Tongue

Attach latch lock to tongue using M6x16 bolts, Φ6 lock washer, and M6 nut.

See figure #7 for direction of latch lock. Note: do not connect latch lock pieces to each other, only

to the tongue.

Fully tighten bolts.

Step 8 Hardware Needed:

2 – M6x16 Bolt

6 –Φ6 Lock Washer

6 – M6 Nut

Note: Latch Lock includes:

1 – Spring

2 – Side pieces

1 – Angle Lock

Step 10: Attach Wheel

Assembly

See figure 10. Note: Axle will fit tightly with

wheel, turn wheel while sliding onto axle. First, slide

flat washer onto axle, then wheel, then flat washer.

Secure using cotter pin, spread end of cotter pin to

keep in place. Hub cap fits onto washer.

Repeat for other wheel.

Step 10 Hardware Needed:

4 – Flat Washer

2 – Cotter Pin

2 – Hub Caps

Figure #10

Step 9: Attach Hitch Pin Bracket to Tongue

Attach hitch pin bracket to tongue using

8x20 bolts, Φ8 lock washer, and M8 nut.

See figure #8. Fully tighten bolts.

Step 9 Hardware Needed:

2 – M8x20Bolt

2 –Φ8 Lock Washer

2 – M8 Nut

Figure #9

Step 9A: Attach Axle and

Trailer Tongue

See Figure 9A. Slide the axle into the wheel

support one half of the way, till the end

starts through the center. Align the hole in

the tongue with the end of the axle. Slip

axle through the tongue and all the way

through the support. Note: The bolts in the

axle support may need to be loosened,

Tighten after the assembly is complete

Final Step: Insert Tailgate and Adjust Side Panels

Turn Cart upright onto wheels. Insert the tailgate into the tai

lgate guides. Move back end of side panels by

hand in/out so the tailgate slides in and out of guides easily.

Insert bolts into the lower back corners of tailgate brace with tailgate in place.

Fully tighten.

Hardware needed:

4 – M6x20 Bolt

4 – M6 Lock Washer

4 – M6 Nut

The Cart is fully assembled. Be sure all connections are tight.

OPERATION NOTES:

A full capacity load is 1500 pounds, DO NOT exceed rated capacity.

Cart only to be used with lawn tractor or ATV.

Cart is not to for highway use. Do not exceed 5mph when towing.

Check that tires are inflated properly. Pressure should be approx. 14psi.

Grease axle and wheel bearing area regularly or when needed.

Notes

swisherinc.com

MANUFACTURING QUALITY LAWN CARE EQUIPMENT SINCE 1945

WHEN ORDERING PARTS, PLEASE HAVE THE

FOLLOWING INORMATION AVAILABLE:

* PRODUCT – ________________

* SERIAL NUMBER - _______________

* MODEL NUMBER - _______________

TYPE - _______________

* PART NUMBER WITH PAINT CODE

* PART DESCRIPTION

TELEPHONE - 1-800-222-8183

FAX - 1-660-747-8650

SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

SWISHER MOWER & MACHINE CO. INC.

1602 CORPORATE DRIVE

P.O. BOX 67

WARRENSBURG, MO 64093

ATV & LAWN ACCESSORIES

Owner’s

Manual

FC-17

IMPORTANT

Read and follow all

Safety Precautions

and Instructions

Before Operating this

Equipment.

Swisher FC-17 Owner's manual

Brand: Swisher

Model: FC-17

Type: Owner's manual

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