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OPERATOR'S MANUAL
21" Rotary Mower — Model 589
IMPORTANT
READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE OPERATION
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.
FORM NO. 770-10111G
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019
10/11/2004
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- Page 1 (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. FORM NO. 770-10111G PRINTED IN U.S.A. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 10/11/2004...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
You can locate the model plate by standing at the operating position and looking down at the rear of the deck . This information will be necessary to use the manufacturer’s web MTD LLC site and/or obtain assistance from the Customer Support P. O. BOX 361131 Department or an authorized service dealer. -
Page 3: 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. Slope Gauge WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees (a rise of approximately 2-1/2 feet every 10 feet). -
Page 4: Safe Operation Practices
WARNING: Engine Exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle compo- nents contain or emit chemicals known to State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. - Page 5 19. Shut the engine off and wait until the blade comes to a 7. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources complete stop before removing the grass catcher or unclog- of ignition. ging the chute. 8. Never fuel machine indoors because flammable vapors will The cutting blade continues to rotate for a few seconds after accumulate in the area.
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Page 6: Setup And Adjustment
1. Remove any packing material which may be between upper and lower handles. a. Pull up and back on upper handle as shown in Step 1. Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle mounting brackets. b. Tighten hand knobs securing upper handle to Setup and lower handle. - Page 7 5. An adjusting plate and thumb lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjustment. a. Depress lever towards wheel. b. Move it to any of the nine positions for desired cutting height. See Step 5. c. Release lever towards mower deck. Setup and 6.
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Page 8: Operating Your Lawn Mower
Know Your Lawn Mower Blade Control Operating Your Lawn Upper Handle Mower Recoil Starter Lower Handle Starter Rope Oil Fill Grass WARNING Catcher Cutting Height Adjustment Lever (for each wheel) The blade control mechanism is a safety device. Never attempt to bypass its operations. - Page 9 WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can damage your eyes severely. Always wear safety glasses while operating the mower, or while performing any adjustments or repairs on it. Operating Your Lawn Starting Engine...
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Page 10: Maintaining Your Lawn Mower
Deck Care Clean underside of the mower deck after each use to prevent build-up of grass clippings or other debris. Follow steps below for this job. 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. Drain gasoline from lawn mower, or place a piece of plastic under the gas cap. 2. - Page 11 Blade Care WARNING: When removing the cutting blade for sharpening or replacement, protect your hands with a pair of heavy gloves or use Maintaining a heavy rag to hold the blade. Your Lawn Periodically inspect the blade adapter for cracks, especially if you strike a foreign object.
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Page 12: Trouble Shooting
Problem Cause Remedy 1. Blade control handle disengaged. 1. Engage blade control handle. Engine fails to start 2. Spark plug wire disconnected. 2. Connect wire to spark plug. 3. Fuel tank empty or stale fuel. 3. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Trouble 4. -
Page 13: Safety Labels
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Page 15: Parts List
747-1161A Blade Control Handle 29 720-0426 Adjustment Lever Knob 749-1092A Upper Handle 30 732-0404 Spring Lever Assembly 747-04080 Grass Catcher Frame 31 738-0507B Shoulder Screw 749-0928A Lower Handle 32 734-04086 Front Wheel, 7 x 1.8 720-0279 Wing Nut 33 710-04371 Screw, 1/4-15 x 1.250 Parts List 710-1205... - Page 16 MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to MTD does not extend any warranty for products sold or new merchandise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- exported outside of the United States, its possessions and sions and territories.
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