YARD OPERATOR'S MANUAL 21" Rear Discharge Rotary Mower Model Series 580 _ii_, i!i!i!i!i _ ,, MTD"iiiiiiii .....,, _!i!i!i!i!i!i IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY iiii RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS _ iiiiiiii CAREFULLY Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forestcovered, brush-covered or grass-covered land unless the engine's exhaust system is equipped with a spark arrester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any).
TABLEOFCONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower ........................................................................... 7 Know Your Lawn Mower .................................................................................... 9 Operating Your Lawn Mower ............
SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION PRACTICES WARNING: This symbol points out important safety instructions which, if not followed, could endanger the personal safety and/or property of yourself and others. Read and follow all instructions in this manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury. When you see this symbol - heed its warning.
unclogging thechute.Thecuttingblade continues to obscure your vision of a child who may run into the mower. rotate forafewseconds aftertheengine isshutoff.Never placeanypartofthebodyinthebladeareauntilyouare 5. Keep children away from hot or running engines. They can suffer burns from a hot muffler. surethebladehasstopped rotating. 20. Never operate mower without proper trailshield, 6. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate a power mower.
4. 5. 6. 7. 8. ,_ intervals forproper tightness. Also,visually inspect blade fordamage (e.g.,bent,cracked, worn)Replace blade withtheoriginal equipment manufacture's (O.EM.)blade only,listedinthismanual. "Useofpartswhichdonot meettheoriginal equipment specifications mayleadto improper performance andcompromise safety!" Mower blades aresharpandcancut.Wrapthebladeor weargloves, anduseextracaution whenservicing them. Keep allnuts,bolts,andscrews tighttobesurethe equipment isinsafeworking condition.
SIGHT AND HOLD THIS LEVEL WITH A VERTICAL TREE ' ql A POWER POLE A CORNER OF A BUILDING OR A FENCE POST _D O 15 ° 03 .£ ._. 5cO O3 WARNING CO • ¢0 _ Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet)_ A riding mower could CO O a. r_ --_ o, '-_ "= _ C and you overturn Operate Operate could slip, resulting in seriousIf operating injury. and cause serious injury.
SECTION3: ASSEMBLING YOURLAWNMOWER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the mower is observed from the operating position. RemovingUnitFromCarton Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top flap to open carton. Remove loose parts if included with unit (i.e.
Attaching Starter Rope The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide. See Figure 5. Starter Rope Handle Nut Rope Guide Handle Slip the openings in the side of the plastic channel on bag over the hooks on the grass catcher frame. Secure bag to the frame by working the six plastic channels on bag over frame. All the plastic channels attach from the outside of bag. See Figure 6.
Reinstall the rear mulching baffle and release the rear discharge door. Rear Mulching Baffle Door Catcher Figure 9 Holding open the rear discharge door, place the grass catcher on the pivot rod. Let go of discharge door so that it rests on the grass catcher. See Figure 10. To remove the grass catcher, lift the rear discharge door on the mower and lift the grass catcher up. Figure 10 SECTION4: KNOWYOURLAWNMOWER Read this operator's manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower.
SECTION5: OPERATING YOURLAWNMOWER & WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from chute area on the cutting deck. The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. GasandOilFill-Up Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your mower. Read instructions carefully.
been delayed and the grass has been allowed to grow in excess of 4", mulching is not recommended. Mow using the side discharge to reduce the grass height to 3 1/4" maximum before mulching. Mulching For effective mulching, do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck, preventing proper mulching of grass clippings. New or thick grass may require a narrower cut. The ground speed should be adjusted to the condition of the lawn.
Follow the maintenance schedule under Customer Periodically check all fasteners and make sure these are tight. Responsibilities to get quality performance from your lawn mower. CustomerResponsibilities MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE e,e_ %_ _ e_ ,._,_, ,_e
The spark plug should be cleaned and the gap reset once a season. Spark plug replacement is recommended at the start of each mowing season. The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver. Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly. It is recommended that the blade always be removed from the adapter when testing for balance.
SECTION8: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Cause Remedy 1. 2. 3. 4. Blade control handle disengaged. Spark plug wire disconnected. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. 1. 2. 3. 4. Engage blade control handle. Connect wire to spark plug. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clean fuel line. 5. 6. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded 5. 6. Clean, adjust gap, or replace. Wait a few minutes to restart, but do not prime. 1. 2. Spark plug wire loose.
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ModelSeries580 Ref. No. Part No. Part Description Ref. No. Pa_ No. Part Description 747-0824 647-0004 Control Handle Deluxe Control Handle 42. 43. 15262B 732-6404 2. 710-1205 44. 738-0507B 3. 720-0279 Rope Guide Handle Knob 45. 736-6165 Bell Wash..38" 4. 710-1174 46. 738-0102 Front Axle Bolt 5. 710-0654A Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2" Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.00" 47. 726-0190 Height Adjuster Knob 6. 720-0314 Hand Knob Wave Washer .510 x .
MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: YARD The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC ("MTD") with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date of original purchase and will, at its option, repair or replace, free of charge, any part found to be defective in material or workmanship.
