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Edger

Model Series 580

IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY

Warning: This unit is equipped with an internal combustion engine and should not be used on or near any unimproved forest-

covered, 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). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.

In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have

similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands. A spark arrester for the muffler is available through your nearest engine authorized

service dealer or contact the service department, P.O. Box 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.

MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019

PRINTED IN U.S.A. FORM NO. 770-10397B

(5/02)

Summary of content (16 pages)

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OPERATOR'S MANUAI Edger Model Series 580 IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS 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). If a spark arrester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Assembling The Edger ....................................................................................... 5 Know The Edger ................................................................................................. 6 Operating The Edger .......................................................................................... 7 Making Adjustments ........
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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.
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. Neveroperatewithdamaged safetydevices. Failureto doso,canresultinpersonalinjury. 5. Neverrunanengineindoorsor ina poorly ventilated area.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, anodorlessanddeadlygas. 6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence of alcoholordrugs. 7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch. 8. Neveroperatethismachine withoutgoodvisibility orlight.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun. 9. Donotoperatethismachineif ithasbeendropped ordamaged.
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SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOUREDGER IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: Handle styles vary by model. Mpper Handle NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position.
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• _ Hairpin Clip Clutch Rod • \ Flat\\Washer__ _ \ J J Pivot Arm • • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it as instructed earlier in this section. Refer to Figure 2. With the blade clutch/depth control lever in the disengaged position (the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket), carefully pull the recoil starter rope. The blade on the edger should not turn. If the blade turns, remove the ferrule from the blade clutch/depth control lever by first removing the hairpin clip and flat washer.
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ThrottleControl moved, the deeper into the soil the edger blade will cut. See IMPORTANT:. The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It can be adjusted to regulate the engine speed only. ChokeControl The choke control lever is located on the engine. It is used to aid in starting a cold engine. PullRope/ RecoilStarter BladeAngleAdjustmentLever The blade angle adjustment lever is located on the front, left portion of the edger, behind the edger blade.
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EngagingtheEdgerBlade To engage the blade, proceed as follows: • Move the control lever to the left and place it into any of the five lower notches. The further forward the blade clutch/depth control lever is moved, the deeper or lower the blade will cut into the ground. WARNING: The blade clutch/depth control lever is designed to minimize the risk of blade contact injury.
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• Placethebladeclutch/depth controlleverinthe disengaged position(topnotch). depth controlAlways lever place in thetheDISENGAGED WARNING: blade clutch/ position before adjusting the blade angle. ,_ • • Pull forward on the blade angle adjustment lever before rotating the spindle assembly. Release the blade angle adjustment lever into one of the notches on the pivot bracket. See Figure 9. I E NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 11 Adjustment \ Spindle Assembly Lever IMPORTANT:When the spindle
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• • • Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb height adjustment lever slightly to the left. Place the right, rear wheel into an applicable position in relation to the height of the curb to be edged along. Release the curb height adjustment lever to lock the wheel in position. See Figure 14. NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 13 CurbWheelAdjustment NOTE: The curb wheel is NOT standard on all units.
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during the season. Do NOT allow rust to form in this area. See Figure 15. Blade Spindle Plate Replacingthe EdgerBlade • Use two wrenches (one wrench to prevent the hex bolt head from spinning and the other to remove the hex lock nut) to remove the edger blade. See Figure 16. / ,/ Blade Spindle Belt Guard Hex Screws NOTE: Blade styles vary by model.
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Off-SeasonStorage • Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: • • • Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed on page 10 of this manual. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed separately with the edger for engine manufacturers's storage instructions. • Coat the edger blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting and corrosion. Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive materials, such as lawn fertilizer.
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ModelSeries580 17 12 16 18 15 2 14" 13 1 V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. Ref No: . Part Number 1. 2. 712-0413 736-0317 4. 781-0076 750-0118 . 736-0329 05034A Description " Hex Jam Nut, 5/8-18 Bell Washer, .64 x 1.25 x. 18 . Blade Guard Ref No: Part Number Description 16. 17. 781-0427 714-0122 Spindle Pulley Belt Guard Square Key, 3/16 x .75 18.
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ModelSeries580 22 23 21 5t 52 34 61 62 24 23 21 22 24 49 34 36 31 32 21 16 29 3 2 1 Spindle assembly shownfor reference only.
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ModelSeries580 Ref. No. Part Number Ref. No. Description Part Number Description 1, 712-0267 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 33. 710-0654A Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 2. 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 34. 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.0 • 4. 6. 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 736-0329 Lock Washer, 1/4 781-0095 Debris Deflector • i 35. 36. 736-0264 736-3050 37. 711-0392 • Debris Guard 38. _ 712-0266 736-0342 Flap Bracket, 1.12 x 5.5 Flat Washer, .283 x .75 x .030 ' • 39. 40.
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MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the d. United States, its possessions and territories. FOR: MTD LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD LLC's authorized channels of export distribution.