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OWNER’S
MANUAL
MODEL NO.
POL 10550
50” FRONT MOUNT/
TRAILMOWER
IMPORTANT
Read and follow all
Safety Precautions
and Instructions
Assembly
before operating this
equipment.
Operation
Service and Adjustment
Rev. 3.19.2003
Repair Parts
1602 CORPORATE DRIVE, P.O. BOX 67, WARRENSBURG, MISSOURI 64093
Made In The
PHONE 660-747-8183 FAX 660-747-8650
Manufacturing quality lawn care equipment since 1945
USA
ONFM50105
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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. • Always di
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• 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 tracti
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MOWER MAINTENANCE GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS The warranty on this trailmower does not cover items that have been subjected to operator abuse or negligence. To receive full value from the warranty, operator must maintain unit as instructed in this manual. Some adjustments will need to be made periodically to maintain your unit properly. All adjustments in this manual should be checked at least once each season. BEFORE EACH USE • Check engine oil level on a level surface. (Check twice to
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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: 1) Engine Warranty All engines utilized on our products have a separate
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OPERATING YOUR MOWER The operation of any mower can produce foreign objects to be thrown into the eyes, resulting in severe eye damage. Always wear certified safety glasses or wide-vision safety goggles over spectacles before starting any cu tting machine and while operating such a machine. The operation of any cutter produces sound waves that are damaging to the human ear. Ear protection is recommended. CAUTION! Tragic accidents can occur if the operator
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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. • Turn key switch t
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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. •
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SAFETY AND OPERATIONAL DECALS Replace decal immediately if damaged. Order by part number from Swisher Mower and Machine Co. Inc. OD99124 – 50” Decal OD33 – Speed Decal OD45 – Warning Decal OD43 – Flying Debris Decal OD10 – BLADE ENGAGE DECAL OD99 – ON/OFF DECAL OD55 – Triangle Danger Decal OD75 – Polaris Decal 9
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18 1 15 5 7 17 6 15 9 4 8 11 12 10 13 3 2 15 11 14 #18 Detail FRAME ASSEMBLY FIGURE 1 Item No. Description Part # 1 Frame Weldment 5107S 2 Caster Weldment 5072 3 Tire & Wheel NO Tread 4.10x3.5-5 5057 4 Bearing, Flanged 3/4 ID CB58 5 3/4 Push Nut BLK Plastic NB-687 6 3/4ID X 1 1/4OD 10 GA. Washer NB-184 7 5/16-18 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP NB-138 8 5/16-18 Nylok Nut NB-181 9 Caster Lock 5056S 10 1/8 X 1 Cotter Pin NB-126 11 Sway Bar Right 3664 Sway Bar Left 3665 12 Knob H7K 18 13 Crank Rod ES-214 Height
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See Detail 14 (Page 12) 5 13 8 4 14 See Detail 6 (Page 14) 20 7 19 26 34 12 4 15 11 10 14 Not Pictured T2SM Spring 16 9 2 17 18 14 1 See Detail (Page 14) DECK ASSEMBLY FIGURE 2 Item # Description Part # Item # Description Part # 1 POL 50" DECK WELDMENT 5101S 18 5/16-18 X 4 Carriage Bolt NB-101 2 ENGAGE CABLE MOUNT 5095TK 19 3/8 USS Washer NB-271 3 Grass Chute Mount 6030TK 20 3/8-24 X 1 Bolt NB-238 4 Grass Chute Weldment 5127TK 21 Idler Tension Spring 6048 5 BELT COVER 5103TK 22 Idler Plate 6041
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Item No. Description Part # See Detail 1 Motor Base 5014S 2 Heat Shield 5094TK 3 Belt Guard 5097TK 4 Anti-Scalp Roller AS-001 5 3/8-16 X 5 1/2 GR5 ZP NB-575 1 6 3/8-16 Nyloc Nut NB-182 7 1/4 SAE Washer NB-274 8 8 1/4-20 X 3/4 GR5 ZP NB-250 9 1/4-20 Flange Nut NB-524 7 10 5/16-18 X 2 1/2 HCC GR5 ZP NB-138 10 11 5/16-18 Serrated Flange Nut NB-170 2 12 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Flge Serr. Bolt NB-254 3 6 9 12 11 5 4 MOTOR BASE ASSEMBLY Figure 3 ENGINE SET-UP FIGURE 4 Item No. Description Part # 13 13 10 1/2
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BELT CONFIGURATION Figure 5 T 239 (39” Belt) 3752 (112” Belt) 13
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BLADE DRIVER SET-UP 11 Figure 6 8 4 7 7 10 2 18 Outer Blade Center Blade Driver 17 Driver 1 Configuration Configuration 3 14 2 10 15 16 5 9 6 Item No. Description Part # 13 1 Center Shaft 9076 2 Blade Bearing B98 12 3 Bearing Housing 9057TK 4 Pulley Spacer 6104RS Blade Driver Assy. 5 Blade Mount Plate 9008 9058- 5.75” (Center Shaft) 6 17 1/2" Blade 5059 9018- 4.25” (Outer Shafts) 7 Blade Pulley- 5.5" 6114 8 Blade Pulley- 5" 3785 Not Shown 9 SP Washer Bellvl. PLN .413 X .945 X .118 NB-607 NB607-
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Console Assembly Figure 7 3 8 6 Item No. Description Part # 10 1 Console Weldment 5136TK 2 Clutch Cable Clevis 9023 3 T Handle 4463TK 4 Link for Console 4461TK 5 5/16-18 X 1 1/2 Torx Pan ZP NB-591 6 1/4 SAE Washer NB-274 4 2 11 7 1/4 X 1 1/2 Clevis Pin NB-518 7 8 3/32 X 3/4 Cotter Pin NB-597 9 9 5/16-18 Jam Nut NB-173 5 10 1/4-20 X 1 1/4 HCC GR5 ZP NB-560 11 1/4-20 Nylok Nut NB-180 12 Key Switch KSM Not Shown Wiring Harness WHBP50 1 12 Wiring Diagram Figure 8 WHBP50 (Complete Wiring Harness) 15
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Visit us at: www.swisherinc.com 50” FRONT MOUNT/ TRAILMOWER 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. OWNER’S All mower parts listed herein may be ordered directly from Swisher Mower & Machine Co. Inc. or your nearest Swisher MANUAL dealer. All engine parts may be ordered from the ne
