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Yard-Man 589 Operator's Manual

Yard-man 21" self starter high-wheel rotary mower operator's manual
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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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
21" Self Starter
High-Wheel

Rotary Mower

Model 589
769-00004A.fm
FORM NO.
(10/2002)

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  • Page 1: Rotary Mower

    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 361131 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 PRINTED IN U.S.A. 21” Self Starter High-Wheel Rotary Mower Model 589 769-00004A.fm FORM NO. (10/2002)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Troubleshooting ... 15 Parts List ... 16 This Operator’s Manual is an important part of your new lawn mower. It will help you assemble, prepare and maintain the unit for best performance. Please read and understand what it says. Before you start assembling your new equipment, please locate the model plate on the equipment and copy the information from it in the space provided below.

  • Page 3: Important Safe Operation Practices

    SECTION 1: 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 this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may result in personal injury.

  • Page 4: Slope Operation

    20. Never operate mower without proper trail shield, discharge cover, grass catcher, blade control handle or other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury. 21.
  • Page 5 meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. Keep all nuts, bolts, and screws tight to be sure the equipment is in safe working condition.

  • Page 6: Slope Gauge

    SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes.

  • Page 7: Assembling Your Lawn Mower

    1/4-20 (2) Disconnecting Spark Plug Wire Before setting up your lawn mower, disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground to a bolt on the engine. Leave safety key in locked position. See Figure 1.

  • Page 8: Assembling Grass Catcher

    WARNING: without the grass catcher assembly or the mulching baffle firmly secured on the machine. Plastic Channel Grass Catcher Figure 7 Figure 8 Never operate the lawn mower...

  • Page 9: Know Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 9 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference.

  • Page 10: Operating Your Lawn Mower

    The mower is shipped with the safety key in the locked position and the self starter in the de- energized mode, follow instructions as follows. 1. Place lawn mower on a level surface outdoors. 2. Remove clear plastic packaging under fuel cap. 3. Check oil level.
  • Page 11 The safety key must be in the locked position before it can be removed. Throttle Speed Your lawn mower engine is equipped with a constant speed throttle, which is set at full throttle for best performance. Using Your Lawn Mower...

  • Page 12: Making Adjustments

    WARNING: If you strike a foreign object, stop the engine. Remove wire from spark plug and de-energize, thoroughly inspect the mower for any damage, and repair the damage before restarting and operating the mower. Excessive vibration of the mower during operation is an indication of damage. The unit should be promptly inspected and repaired.

  • Page 13: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower

    SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Be sure to disconnect the spark plug wire and DE-ENERGIZE starter before performing maintenance. maintenance or service to the engine and/or mower equipped with the safety key in the unlocked and/or energized mode.

  • Page 14: Off Season Storage

    Always stop engine and disconnect spark plug wire before cleaning, lubricating or doing any kind of service work on the lawn mower. Blade Control Lubricate the pivot points on the blade control handle at least once a season with light oil. The blade control must operate freely in both directions.See Figure 14.

  • Page 15: Troubleshooting

    SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Engine fails to start Blade control handle disengaged. Start control button not depressed. Spark plug wire disconnected. Safety key not in run position Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. Blocked fuel line. Faulty spark plug. Engine flooded Self starter already de-energized Engine runs erratic Spark plug wire loose.

  • Page 16: Parts List

    SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 589...
  • Page 17 Model 589 Series Ref. Part No. Part Description 749-04001 Upper Handle 647-0070 Control Handle 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 712-0397 Wing Nut 710-1205 Rope Guide 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2” 736-0451 Shoulder Washer.320 ID x.930 OD 720-0284 Wing Nut 746-1141 Self Start Control Cable 58.25”...
  • Page 18 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its possessions and territories. MTD LLC warrants this product against defects 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 materials or workmanship.

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