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Yard Machines 580 Series Operator's Manual

Yard Machines 580 Series Operator's Manual

22” side discharge high wheel lawn mower
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O
PERATOR'S
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
M
ANUAL
22" Side Discharge
High Wheel
Lawn Mower
Model Series 580
FORM NO. 770-10113A
(11/98)

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  • Page 1 PERATOR’S 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).

  • Page 2: Section 1: Finding Lawn Mower Model Number

    SECTION 1: FINDING LAWN MOWER MODEL NUMBER This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain your mower properly. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start to prepare your equipment for its first use, please locate the model plate and copy the information from it in the space provided below.

  • Page 3: Section 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 3: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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 your lawn mower. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    serious personal injury. Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never run. If you feel you are losing your footing, RELEASE THE BLADE CONTROL HANDLE IMMEDIATELY and the blade will stop rotating within three seconds. • Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. •...
  • Page 5 stopped. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the spark plug to prevent accidental starting. • Check the blade and engine mounting bolts at frequent intervals for proper tightness. Also, visually inspect blade for damage (e.g., bent, cracked or worn).

  • Page 6: Section 4: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 4: SLOPE GAUGE Cut along dotted line...

  • Page 7: Section 5: Contents Of Hardware Pack

    SECTION 5: CONTENTS OF HARDWARE PACK For identification purposes, lay out the hardware according to the illustration below. Part numbers are shown in parentheses. (Hardware pack may contain extra items which are not used on your unit. ) Attaching the struts Hex Bolt 1/4-20:.620 (710-0751)

  • Page 8: Section 6: Unpacking

    SECTION 6: UNPACKING Removing Unit from Carton • 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., operator's manual, etc.). See Figure 3. •...
  • Page 9 Assembling Handle 2. Lift upper handle • Raise the lower handle in the direction shown in Figure 5 (step 1) till it snaps into place. • Raise the upper handle in the direction shown in Figure 5 (step 2). Tighten the hand knobs which are already on the handle.
  • Page 10 • Attach the other end of the struts as follows. Place one cupped washer over each hex bolt aligning the crowned side of the washer against the head of the bolt. Insert hex bolts up through the middle holes in deck beside the engine and then through the struts.
  • Page 11 • Install the other wheel assembly and the other end of the axle shaft in the same way. • Remove the blocks from the rear of the mower and place the rear height adjusters in the same relative position as the two front height adjusters. Attaching Starter Rope NOTE: The rope guide is already attached to the right side of the upper handle of your mower.

  • Page 12: Section 8: Controls

    • Push the hooks on top of the baffle till these snap over the hinge on the discharge chute. Release the chute deflector. Hook SECTION 8: CONTROLS IMPORTANT: Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it.

  • Page 13: Section 9: Operation

    Drive Clutch Control Squeeze the drive clutch control against the upper handle of the mower to engage the drive mechanism and move the wheels. Release the drive clutch control to slow down the mower when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping the mower. Recoil Starter The recoil starter rope is attached to the handle.

  • Page 14: Before Starting

    • Attach spark plug wire to spark plug. If your unit is equipped with a rubber boot over the end of the spark plug wire, make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug wire (inside the rubber boot) is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug.

  • Page 15: Section 10: Adjustments

    • Squeeze the drive clutch control against the upper handle of the mower to engage the drive mechanism and move the wheels. Release the drive clutch control to slow down the mower when negotiating an obstacle, making a turn, or stopping the mower. WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine.

  • Page 16: Adjusting Throttle Control

    • Turn the lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the lower handle is facing forward as shown in Figure 14B. Reassemble, placing the bottom holes in the handle over the weld pins in the handle mounting bracket. •...

  • Page 17: Adjusting Carburetor

    • To adjust the drive clutch, rotate the adjustment wheel with your fingers. You should rotate the wheel clockwise to tighten the cable and counter-clockwise to loosen the cable. See Figure 16. • If the drive clutch control handle is not in a comfortable position for you, adjust the handle by tightening the adjustment wheel.

  • Page 18: Section 12: Maintenance

    Lubricate torsion spring Lubricate pivot point SECTION 12: MAINTENANCE WARNING: Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before performing any maintenance work or adjustments on your lawn mower. Cleaning Mower The underside of the mower deck should be cleaned after each use to prevent any build-up of grass clippings, leaves, dirt, or other debris.
  • Page 19 To Remove Blade • Remove the bolt and the bell washer securing the blade assembly to the crankshaft. See Figure 18A. • Remove the two pairs of hex bolt and lock nut holding the blade to the blade adapter and the pulley assembly.

  • Page 20: Replacing Drive Belt

    Replacing Rear Flap The rear flap is attached to the back of the mower deck, and is designed to minimize the possibility of objects being thrown from the rear of the mower towards the operator. If the rear flap is damaged, replace as follows. •...

  • Page 21: Section 13: Off-Season Storage

    • Lift and stabilize the front of the deck. • Loosen the center hex bolt and lower the blade and engine pulley until there is adequate clearance to move the belt past the belt keeper. • Remove the belt from the engine pulley and around the blade. See Figure 21. •...

  • Page 22: Section 14: Trouble Shooting Guide

    SECTION 14: TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE Trouble Possible Cause(s) Engine fails to Blade control handle disengaged. start Spark plug wire disconnected. Dirty aircleaner. Primer button not depressed. Throttle control lever not in correct starting position (if so equipped). Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line (if so equipped).

  • Page 23: Section 15: Repair Parts

    SECTION 15: REPAIR PARTS 9 11 SEE ENGINE MANUAL...
  • Page 24 Ref. Part No. Description 731-1057 Upper Drive Cover 731-0620 Drive Lever 731-1058 Lower Drive Cover 731-1059 Mounting Cap 710-1667 Screw # 10-16 x .625 746-0960 Drive Cable 747-0824 Control Lever 647-0004 Deluxe 749-0539C Upper Handle 746-0875 Throttle Housing† 736-0501 Curved Washer .663 x .980 x .014† 746-0876 Throttle Lever†...
  • Page 25 Self-Propelled Front Wheel Drive Transmission: 618-0298A IMPORTANT: For the proper working of your mower, use Factory Approved Parts. V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous if it fails to disengage comletely. Ref.
  • Page 26 Engine Shroud Chart NOTE: This chart shows all the optional engine shrouds for the lawn mowers covered in this manual. To order replace- ment parts, please refer to the shroud and hardware applicable to your lawn mower unit. Part No. Color 751B281439 Dark Red...
  • Page 28 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: For TWO YEARS from the date of retail purchase within the United States of America, its possessions and territories, MTD PRODUCTS INC will, at its option, repair or replace, for the original purchaser, free of charge, any part or parts found to be defective in material or workmanship.

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