Operation - Husqvarna 580 R, 580 RS, 580 RSE, 580 RSW, 600 C Owner's Manual

CONTROLS AND FEATURES
See Figures 1 and 6 for Controls and
Features.
WARNING: DO NOT attempt to start
your engine at this time. Familiarize
yourself with controls to see what
they do and how they work.
Thoroughly read and understand
entire Operators Manual first.
Engine/Blade Control
CAUTION: Check function of
Engine/Blade Control regularly.
Improper function of control could
cause injury.
The Engine Control must be
held against the handlebar in
order to start the engine as
well as during mowing
operations to keep the engine
running.
Releasing the control during operation stops
the engine and blade.
Handlebar
Handlebar adjusts to four positions by
selecting holes in braces. Select a safe,
comfortable height and place pin through hole
in brace that is closest to that height. Refer to
Adjustment Section for instructions.
Recoil Starter Handle
When pulled, handle will turn engine over.
Cutting Height – Standard Models
DANGER: To avoid inadvertent
blade contact, NEVER attempt to
make any cutting height adjustment
while engine is running.
CAUTION: On self-propelled
models, both rear wheels must be
positioned at same height or
traction drive may not clutch or
operate properly.

OPERATION

To change cutting height, move cutting height
levers one notch at a time on each wheel until
desired height of cut is obtained. (Figure 6)
Cutting Height Settings Chart
Notch
LOW
2
3
4
5
HIGH
NOTE: Each wheel on mower must be set at
the same height for a level cut.
Low
1
OM0450
Front
1. Cutting Height Lever
2. Notches
3. Clevis Pin & Swivel Height Adjustment
4. Swivel Lock Hole (Swivel Locked)
5. Linchpin Storage Hole (Free)
GB - 10
Cut grass length
1" (25 mm)
1-3/8" (35 mm)
1-3/4" (45 mm)
2-1/4" (57 mm)
2-3/4" (70 mm)
3-1/4" (83 mm)
High Low
1
2
2
OM0160
4
3
Front Swivel
Holes
Figure 6
High
OM0190
Rear
5
OM0180