Maintenance - Yard Machines 588 Operator's Manual

Engine--Refer to
engine manual for lubrication
instructions.
Figure 8
4,
To edge along a curb, remove the hairpin clip
from the right side of the front axle, slide the
right wheel toward the left side of the unit and
replace the hairpin clip. See Figure 9. Lower the
right rear wheel (on units equipped with
adjustable curb wheel) by moving the height
adjustment lever toward the engine, pivoting the
wheel to the desired depth and releasing the
lever. See Figure 10.
Curb Wheel (If so equipped)
Figure 9
NOTE; Adjustable curb whee/ is NOT standard on
all units.
Height Adjustment Lever (If so equipped)
Curb Wheel
(If so equipped)
Figure 10
SECTION 7: LUBRICATION
Wheels--The wheels are plastic and require no
lubrication.
Cutting Heed Bearings--The two ball bearings in
the cutting head are lubricated and sealed at the
factory and require no lubrication. Lubricate all other
moving parts with engine oil.
Shaft--It is important to lubricate the two bearings
and the area under the compression spring on the
shaft with light oil frequently during the season. Do
NOT allow rust to form in this area. See Figure 11.
SECTION 8: MAINTENANCE
WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug
wire and ground against the engine
before performing any adjustment,
repairs or maintenance.
ENGINE
Refer to engine manual for complete instructions for
care and maintenance of engine.
BLADE REMOVAL
Use a wrench on both sides of the blade to remove it
for replacement.
BELT REMOVAL
1.
To remove the V-belt, remove the belt guard
assembly at the engine pulley. Remove the hex
nuts and lock washers. See Figure 11.
Belt Guard Hex Nuts
_l and
Lock Washers
2.
3.
Bearings
Figure 11
Remove the belt guard at the spindle assembly
by removing two hex bolts, lock washers and
hex nuts. See Figure 12.
Remove the old belt, and reassemble with a new
belt, part number 754-0142.
Hex Bolts,
Hex Nuts &
Lock Washers
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Belt Guard
Figure 12