Husqvarna 580 R, 580 RS, 580 RSE, 580 RSW, 600 C Owner's Manual page 11

OPTIONAL CONTROLS
See Figures 1 and 6.
Cutting Height – Swivel Models
CAUTION: On swivel wheel
models, when mowing on slopes it
is recommended that the linchpin
be positioned through the swivel
lock hole. If wheels are in the swivel
position and control handles are
released the mower may "free roll"
downhill. Never mow on steep
slopes.
To change front wheel cutting height, insert
clevis pin into the holes that correspond to the
desired cutting height. (Figure 6).
To change rear wheel cutting height, move
cutting height levers one notch at a time until
the desired cutting height is obtained. (Figure
6).
Primer Bulb (Briggs & Stratton
Engine)
Push the Primer Bulb in to add fuel for easier
engine start.
Primer Bulb
Throttle/Choke (Robin Engine)
The Throttle controls the engine speed and
chokes engine for starting.
Figure 7
Speed Selector
Speed Selector is used to select variable
forward travel speeds of mower.
OM0480
With Speed Selector set at a slow travel speed
and engine running, engage Wheel Drive
Control. Increase speed with Speed Selector
to a safe, comfortable walking pace. Once
speed has been selected, Speed Selector
should remain in this position. If not, adjust
speed control bell crank spring tension. (See
Adjustments ).
Wheel Drive Control
With engine running, slowly squeeze and hold
Wheel Drive Control against handlebar to
propel mower forward. Release Wheel Drive
Control to stop forward motion.
Ignition Switch
OM0570
OM1000
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High –Push selector all the way
forward.
Low –Pull selector all the way
rearward.
CAUTION: Holding Wheel Drive
control of self-propelled models
against handlebar, when attempting
to start mower, will propel mower
forward.
(electric start models)
The Ignition Switch is operated by
1 a removable Key. To start the unit,
the switch is turned clockwise
from the "RUN" position to the
"START" position. The key will
2
spring back to the "RUN" position.
RUN Position (1): All controls are
operable.
START Position (2): Starter turns
over the engine.