Swisher E4-U3006, Owner'S/Operator'S Manual

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CAUTION!

Always maintain this unit according 
to this owner’s manual and follow 
the recommended scheduled 
maintenance. 

Never modify or disable any of the 
unit’s safety devices.

Always use genuine Swisher parts 
and accessories when repairing or 
maintaining this unit.

Do not make unauthorized 

modifications to this unit.
Never allow the engine to run at 
high RPM without a load. Doing so 
could damage the engine.

When transporting the unit in a 
vehicle, tie it down securely to 
prevent damage and fuel spillage.

Always clear your work area of 
trash or hidden debris to help  
ensure good footing.

Keep the unit as clean as  
possible. Keep it free of loose  
vegetation, mud, etc.

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This Swisher Cultivator tool is specifi-
cally designed for use on the Swisher 
Multipurpose Tool Carrier. Installation 
and/or use on any other model, brand 
or type of power tool is not approved 
by Swisher. Attempts to use on non-ap-
proved models can damage the equip-
ment and cause accidents, serious 
injury or death.

Cultivator tines belts may move when 
starting engine. Place the multipur-
pose tool on a smooth level surface 
when starting.

Always make sure the E4-U3006 
attachment is properly installed and 

firmly tightened before operation.
Make sure there are no missing or 
loose fasteners, and that the igni-
tion switch and throttle controls are  
working properly.

Do not operate the unit with the  muf-

fler removed.
Operate this unit only in a well venti-
lated area. Be aware of carbon mon-
oxide poisoning. Exhaust gases and 
lubrication oil mist can cause serious 
injury or death.
Always hold the machine firmly with 
both hands when sweeping, and 
maintain control at all times.

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Always stop the engine immediately 
and check for damage if you strike a 
foreign object or if the unit becomes 
tangled. Do not operate with broken 
or damaged equipment.

Stop the unit immediately if it  sud-
denly begins to vibrate or shake. In-
spect for broken, missing or improp-
erly installed parts or  attachments.

Never transport the unit nor set it 
down with the engine running. An en-
gine that’s running could be acciden-
tally accelerated causing the drum 
assemblies to rotate.

Always clear your work area of trash 
or hidden debris that could be thrown 
back at you or toward a bystander.

Always keep the handles clean.

Always disconnect the spark plug 
wire before performing any mainte-
nance work.

Always wear eye protection to shield 
against thrown objects.

Always protect yourself from haz-

ards such as thorny brush and flying 
debris by wearing gloves and close 

fitting clothing that covers arms and 
legs. Never wear shorts. Don’t wear 
loose clothing or items such as jew-
elry that could get caught in machin-
ery or underbrush. Secure long hair 
so it is above shoulder level.

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The Properly Equipped Operator

Always operate with both hands 

firmly gripping the unit.

Wear nonslip heavy-duty work 

gloves to improve your grip on 

the pole pruner handle.  Wear 

snug-fitting clothes that also 

permit freedom of movement. 
NEVER wear shorts!

Always wear appropriate 

hearing protection.

Always wear eye and  hearing 

protection. Swisher recommends 

wearing a face shield as additional 

face and eye protection.

Wear sturdy footwear with nonslip 

soles to provide good footing. Steel-

toed safety boots are recommended.  

Never operate unit bare-footed!

Keep a proper footing and do not 

overreach—maintain your balance 

at all times during operation.

Keep bystanders at least 15 meters away from 

the unit while operating to reduce the risk of 

being struck by thrown debris.

WARNING!

Use Good Judgement

Operating Precautions

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