Maintaining And Servicing The Edger - MTD 580 Series Operator's Manual

NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model.
Figure 13
CurbWheelAdjustment
NOTE: The curb wheel is NOT standard on all units.
On models so equipped, the right, rear wheel of the
edger can be lowered into one of five positions to ease
the task of edging along a curb.
To adjust the height of the curb wheel, proceed as
follows:
• Perform the FrontWheelAdjustment for cu rb wheel
operation as instructed earlier in this section.
• Lower the right, rear wheel by moving the curb
height adjustment lever slightly to the left.
• Place the right, rear wheel into an applicable
position in relation to the height of the curb to be
edged along.
• Release the curb height adjustment lever to lock
the wheel in position. See Figure 14.
NOTE: Wheel styles v
Figure 14
SECTION 6: MAINTAINING & SERVICING THE EDGER
,_ WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire
and ground against the engine before
performing any adjustment, repairs or
maintenance. Refer to Figure 2.
Lubrication
Engine
Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual
packed with your edger for a detailed description of all
engine-related service specifications.
Wheels& FrontAxle
Lubricate the wheels and front axle at least once a
season with a light oil. Also if the wheels are removed
for any reason, lubricate the surface of the axle bolt and
the inner surface of the wheel with light oil.
Pivot Points
Lubricate the pivot points on the blade angle
adjustment lever, blade clutch/depth control lever and
curb height adjustment lever with light oil at least once a
season.
CuttingHead Bearings
The two ball bearings in the blade spindle housing are
lubricated and sealed at the factory and require no
lubrication.
Shoulder Spacer
Compression Spring
(Lubricate well!)
Figure 15
SpindleShaft
Lubricate the two shoulder spacers and the entire area
surrounding the compression spring on the edger's
spindle shaft with light oil (NOT WD-40) frequently
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