MTD 580 Series Operator's Manual page 14

Figure 15
NOTE:
For some people the drive clutch handle
may not be in a comfortable position. You can
adjust the handle out by tightening the adjustment
wheel.
SECTION 10: LUBRICATION
WARNING:
disconnect
cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of
work on lawn mower.
Discharge
Chute
Figure 16
Adjustment
Wheel
Always stop engine and
spark plug wire before
Blade
Control Handle
See Engine Manual
Wheels
CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENTS
WARNING:
made to the engine while the engine is
running (e.g. carburetor), keep clear of all
moving parts.
surfaces and muffler.
Minor carburetor adjustments may be required
to compensate
temperature, altitude
carburetor, refer to the separate engine manual
packed with your mower.
NOTE:
A dirty air cleaner will cause an engine to
run rough. Be certain air cleaner is clean and
attached to the
carburetor.
Blade Control:
Lubricate the pivot points on the
blade control handle and the brake cable at least
once a season with light oil. See Figure 16. The
blade control must operate freely in both directions.
Discharge Chute:
points should be lubricated periodically with light oil
to prevent any rust or binding. Door must work
freely.
Wheels:
The wheels
However, if the wheels are removed for any reason,
lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and the inner
surface of the wheel with light oil. Engine oil may
also be used.
Engine:
Follow engine manual for lubrication
instructions.
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If any adjustments are
Be careful of
for differences in
and load. To
carburetor before adjusting
The torsion springs and pivot
require no lubrication.
heated
fuel,
adjust