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YARD

OPERATOR'S MANUAL

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 attester meeting applicable local or

state laws (if any). If a spark attester 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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.

MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722

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

(10/00)

Summary of content (16 pages)

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YARD OPERATOR'S MANUAL 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 attester meeting applicable local or state laws (if any). If a spark attester is used, it should be maintained in effective working order by the operator.
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TABLEOFCONTENTS 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. Failuretodoso,canresultin personal injury. 5. Neverrunanengineindoorsorina poorly ventilated area.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, anodorlessanddeadlygas. 6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence of alcoholordrugs. 7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch. 8. Neveroperatethismachine withoutgoodvisibility or light.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun. 9. Donotoperatethismachineif ithasbeendropped or damaged.
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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. styles vary by model. Upper Handle NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position.
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Securewiththeflatwasherandhairpinclip removedearlier.SeeFigure5. Hairpin Clip Before operating the edger, check the adjustment of the clutch rod as follows: \\ \ _'_J ClutchRodAdjustment \\ C,u,chRoO _, 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.
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Blade Clutch / Depth Control Lever Throttle Control & Choke Control Blade Angle Adjustment Lever Curb Height Adjustment Lever Pull Rope / Recoil Starter NOTE: Handle, wheel and blade styles vary by model. Yours may differ slightly. Figure 6 SECTION 4: OPERATING THEEDGER The operation of any edger can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields.
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Movethethrottlecontrolleverontheengineinto To disengage the blade, proceed as follows: the STOP or OFF position. Move the blade clutch!depth control lever to the left and place it in the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket. See Figure 7. IMPORTANT: Make certain that the engine's spark plug wire is properly grounded as instructed in SECTION 2: Assembling The Edger before storing the edger for its next use. Refer to Figure 2.
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EdgerBladeAngleAdjustment WARNING: Rotating cutting blade may throw objects causing personal injury. Keep area clear of bystanders and do not operate without guards in place. Edging Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the second notch from the right will put the spindle assembly at a 90 ° angle for vertical edging as illustrated in Figure 11. The cutting blade can be adjusted to eight positions.
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To adjust the height of the curb wheel, proceed as follows: Trimming Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the notch furthest to the left will put the spindle assembly at a proper angle for trimming with the edger as illustrated in Figure 13. Perform the FrontWheelAdjustment for curb wheel operation as instructed earlier in this section. Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb height adjustment lever slightly to the left.
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Remove the blade spindle belt guard by removing the hex screws, two lock washers and two hex nuts which secure it to the blade spindle plate. See Figure 17. Blade Spindle Plate Shoulder Spacer Compression Spring (Lubricate welll) Hex Screws Blade Spindle Belt Guard Figure 15 NOTE:Bladestylesvarybymodel. Figure 17 Replacingthe EdgerBlade Remove the belt from around the blade spindle pulley. Place the blade clutch!depth control lever in the lowest notch (all the way forward).
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SECTION7: OFF-SEASON STORAGE Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive matedals, such as lawn fertilizer. 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.
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SECTION9: MODELSERIES580 PARTSLIST 17 20 23 12 24 2 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 28 Ref. No. Description Part Number Description 1. 712-0413 Hex Jam Nut, 5/8-18 16. 781-0086 Spindle Pulley Belt Guard 2. 736-0317 Bell Washer, .64 x 1.25 x .18 17. 714-0122 Square Key, 3/16 x.75 3. 781-0076 Blade Guard 18. 754-0142 V-belt, 3/8 4. 750-0118 Sleeve, .
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ModelSeries580 61 54 22 23 j45 24 24 25 > Spindle assembly shown forreference only.
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ModelSeries580 Ref. No. Part Number Description Ref. No. Part Number Description 1. 712-0267 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 32. 738-0898 Front Axle, .50 x 7.98 2. 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 33. 710-0654A Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 3. 712-0287 Hex Nut, 1/4-20 34. 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.0 4. 736-0329 Lock Washer, 1/4 35. 736-0264 Flat Washer, .330 x .630 x .0635 5. 781-0095 Debris Deflector 36. 736-3050 Flat Washer, .406 x .810 x .051 6. 731-0725 Debris Guard 37.
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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.