User manual SWISHER DT-40 DE-THATCHER

[. . . ] 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. [. . . ] Use two M8x20 hex bolts and M8 hex lock nuts. See figure 2. HITCH ARM MOUNT BRACKET M8 HEX LOCK NUT ANGLE BRACKET M8X20 HEX BOLT M8 HEX LOCK NUT FIGURE 1 ANGLE BRACKET 4 FIGURE 2 5. Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the angle brackets at the front of the tine shield. Use two M8x20 hex bolts and M8 hex lock nuts. Tighten and then loosen the nuts slightly. Fasten the hitch mount arms to the outside of the hitch arm mount brackets at the rear of the tine shield. Use two M8x25 carriage bolts, M8 lock washers and M8 hex nuts. Assemble the axle bracket on the outside of the angle brackets using two M8x20 hex bolts and M8 hex lock nuts. The ends of the axle bracket must point as shown in figure 5. Tighten and then loosen the bolts and nuts slightly. HITCH MOUNT ARMS FIGURE 5 12. Assemble the wheels to the axle bracket using two shoulder bolts and two M10 hex lock nuts. Assemble the front ends of the hitch mount arms together using two M8x30 hex bolts and M8 hex lock nuts. Assemble the hitch brackets to the top and bottom of the hitch mount arms using two M8x50 hex bolts and M8 hex lock nuts. 9. Assemble the 10 hitch pin through the hitch brackets and secure it with a 3 hair cotter pin. Fasten ten spring tines to the square holes in the bottom of the tine shield. Use a M8x30 carriage bolt, 8 flat washer M8 lock washer and M8 hex nut for each spring tine. NOTE: Spring tines must seat between dimples. FIGURE 4 10. Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in step 8. Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in step 7. Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in step 3. Tighten the bolts and nuts assembled in step 4. Tighten and then loosen slightly the bolts and nuts assembled in step 5. [. . . ] Concrete patio blocks are recommended for weight because of their low profile; however any type of weight is suitable if it can be tied down to the shield. Secure weight by using suitable binding material such as rubber tie down straps or wire, fastening to the holes in the shield flange. See figure 11. MAINTENANCE 1. Before each use check all nuts and bolts for tightness. If rust appears on the shield or spring tines, sand lightly and coat with enamel paint. [. . . ]