Swisher RTB 12544, would not start after setting for a year. Took off carb, cleaned out and blew out, replaced plug and replaced all gas lines. Put starter fluid in carb and it started like a champ. Ran fine for 5-6 minutes then I turned it off. Could not get it to restart. Took carb off again and recleaned, reassembled and will not start. Took out plug and now does not appear to be getting spark. Don't know what to do next. Talked with our local lawnmower mech and he did not know either. With plug out I pulled rope and gas shot out. Appears to be getting gas. Am guessing it to be magneto but not sure about safety switches. Can I bypass them some how? Todd

SOURCE: Swisher zero turn. replaced battery key switch won't start

Hi..my name is Keith...and it could be a blown inline fuse or one of the safety switches has failed...and if you troubleshoot these..and everything is fine..write me back and we will dig further into the electricial system

SOURCE: Swisher will not start with key.

try changing the soloniod

SOURCE: I have a pull start swisher trailmower. The cord

the cord could be tanlged up, pull it all the way out and make sure it is round the "bobbin" and not slipped off the side on the shaft. you wight be able to slip it back onto the bobbin with a screwdriver or piece of hooked wire - Also you are using the proper mix of 2 stroke and fuel?, 50:1 fuel to oil, or more for older.worn engines, say 40:1 for old engines, they run better like that - smell nice too.

apart from that... oil the puller mechanism, normal engine oil will do the trick - it can only help.

SOURCE: Swisher 60 deck belt breaks after mowing about 15 minutes.

Even though the routing is correct, have you checked that every spindle and idler pulley turns freely? These bearings can freeze up or bind because debris builds up in them. Also, if the bushings on the idler pulleys can wear, causing them to misalign. Keep checking. Also - is the belt snapping clean, or do you see a burnt, worn spot?

Testimonial: "Thank you for your help. The belt is snapping clean. You are correct in your assessment to what the problem might be. We checked all the above and did not correct problem. We put three washers on top of small idler pulley to bring it down and better align routing. Bought heavier belt at auto parts. Believe the bolt head was touching belt where it routed throught to larger idler pulley."

SOURCE: I have a Swisher 2460

Bearings are meant to ensure for free movement whereverthey are located. If you have a bearing which does not move at all then something is wrong somewhere and tearing it down for repairs always is a welcome idea. Only make sure to be able to assemble it back after tearing it down.
Hope this has been helpful?