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OPERATOR'S MANUAI Edger Model Series 580 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 forestcovered, 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, PRINTED IN U.S.A. OHIO 44136-0019 FORM NO. 770-10397B (5/02) TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Assembling The Edger ....................................................................................... 5 Know The Edger ................................................................................................. 6 Operating The Edger .......................................................................................... 7 Making Adjustments ........................................................................................... 8 Maintaining and Servicing The Edger ................................................................. 10 Troubleshooting 12 ................................................................................................ Parts List ............................................................................................................ 13 Warranty Information .......................................................................................... Back Cover FINDINGMODELNUMBER This Operator's Manual is an important part of your new edger. 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. The information on the model plate is very important if you need help from the MTD Customer Support Department. You can locate the model number by looking on the surface of the base plate in the rear of the edger. A sample model plate is explained below. For future reference, please copy the model number and the serial number of the equipment in the space below. Copy the model number here: LLC Copy the serial number here: ENGINEINFORMATION The engine manufacturer is responsible for all engine-related issues with regards to performance, power-rating, specifications, warranty and service. Please refer to the engine manufacturer's Owner's/Operator's Manual packed separately with your unit for more information. CALLINGCUSTOMER SUPPORT If you have difficulty assembling this product or have any questions regarding the controls, operation or maintenance of this unit, please call the Customer Support Department. Call 1-(330)220-4MTD (4683) or 1-(800)-800-7310 to reach a Customer Support representative. Please have your unit's model number and serial number ready when you call. See previous section to locate this information. You will be asked to enter the serial number in order to process your call. SECTION1: IMPORTANT SAFEOPERATION 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. WHEN YOU SEE THIS SYMBOL -- HEED ITS WARNING. WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. DANGER: This machine was built to be operated according to the rules for safe operation in this manual. As with any type of power equipment, carelessness or error on the part of the operator can result in serious injury. If you violate any of these rules, you may cause serious injury to yourself or others. TRAINING 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Read, understand, and follow all instructions on the machine and in the manual(s) before attempting to assemble and operate. Keep this manual in a safe place for future and regular reference and for ordering replacement parts. Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. Never allow children under 14 years old to operate this machine. Children 14 years old and over should read and understand the operation instructions and safety rules in this manual and should be trained and supervised by a parent. Never allow adults to operate this machine without proper instruction. To help avoid blade contact or a thrown object injury, keep bystanders, helpers, children and pets at least 75 feet from the machine while it is in . . d. e. f. operation. Stop machine if anyone enters the area. g. h. PREPARATION 1. 2. 3. Thoroughly inspect the area where the equipment is to be used. Remove all stones, sticks, wire, bones, toys and other foreign objects which could be tripped over or picked up and thrown by the blade. Thrown objects can cause serious personal injury. Always wear safety glasses or safety goggles during operation and while performing an adjustment or repair to protect your eyes. Thrown objects which ricochet can cause serious injury to the eyes. Wear sturdy, rough-soled work shoes and closefitting slacks and shirts. Shirts and pants that cover the arms and legs and steel-toed shoes are recommended. Never operate this machine in bare feet, sandals, slippery or light weight (e.g. canvas) shoes. Never attempt to make any adjustments while the engine is running, except where specifically recommended in the operator's manual. To avoid personal injury or property damage use extreme care in handling gasoline. Gasoline is extremely flammable and the vapors are explosive. Serious personal injury can occur when gasoline is spilled on yourself or your clothes which can ignite. Wash your skin and change clothes immediately. a. Use only an approved gasoline container. b. Extinguish all cigarettes, cigars, pipes and other sources of ignition. c. Never fuel machine indoors. i. j. Never remove gas cap or add fuel while the engine is hot or running. Allow engine to cool at least two minutes before refueling. Never over fill fuel tank. Fill tank to no more than V2inch below bottom of filler neck to provide space for fuel expansion. Replace gasoline cap and tighten securely. If gasoline is spilled, wipe it off the engine and equipment. Move unit to another area. Wait five minutes before starting the engine. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light as on a water heater, space heater, furnace ,clothes dryer or other gas appliances. Allow machine to cool at least 5 minutes before storing. OPERATION 1. Do not put hands or feet near rotating parts. Contact with the rotating blade can amputate hands and feet. 2. The blade control handle is a safety device. Never bypass its operation. Doing so, makes the machine unsafe and may cause personal injury. Never operate without blade guard, debris shield and blade control handle in place and working. 3. 4. Neveroperatewithdamaged safetydevices. Failureto doso,canresultinpersonalinjury. 5. Neverrunanengineindoorsor ina poorly ventilated area.Engineexhaustcontainscarbon monoxide, anodorlessanddeadlygas. 6. Donotoperatemachinewhileundertheinfluence of alcoholordrugs. 7. Mufflerandenginebecomehotandcancausea burn.Donottouch. 8. Neveroperatethismachine withoutgoodvisibility orlight.Alwaysbesureofyourfootingandkeepa firmholdonthehandles.Walk,neverrun. 9. Donotoperatethismachineif ithasbeendropped ordamaged. Returnmachine toyournearest authorized servicingdealerforexamination and repair. 10. Donotoperatethismachinewitha damaged or excessively worncuttingblade. 11. Neverattempttoclearmaterialfromtheblade guardwhiletheengineisrunning.Shuttheengine off,disconnect thesparkplugwireandground againsttheenginetopreventunintended starting. 12. Donotoverloadmachine capacitybyattempting to edgeattoofastofa rate. 13.Stayalertforunevensidewalks, terrainetc.Always pushslowlyoverroughsurfaces.Donotusethis machineongravelsurfaces. 14. Donotoperatemachinein rainorwetsoil conditions. 15.Alwaysoperatemachine frombehindthehandles andpositionyourselfwherethedirectlineofsight tocuttingbladeis blockedbyguards. 16.Alwaysstopenginewhenedgingor trimmingis delayedorwhentransporting machinefromone locationtoanother. 17. Neverleavea runningmachineunattended. Stop theengine,disconnect sparkplugwireandground againsttheenginetopreventunintended starting. 18. Onlyusepartsandaccessories madeforthis machinebythemanufacturer. Failuretodoso,can resultinpersonal injury. 19. If situations occurwhicharenotcoveredinthis manual,usecareandgoodjudgment. Contactan authorized MTD service dealer or telephone 1-800800-7310. MAINTENANCEAND STORAGE 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. Never tamper with safety devices. Check their proper operation regularly. Before cleaning, repairing, or inspecting, disconnect the spark plug wire and ground against the engine to prevent unintended starting. Check bolts, and screws for proper tightness at frequent intervals to keep the machine in safe working condition. Also, visually inspect machine for any damage. Do not change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine. The governor controls the maximum safe operating speed of the engine. The blade, blade guard and debris shield are subject to wear and damage. For your safety protection, frequently check all components and replace with original equipment manufacturer's (O.E.M.) parts only. "Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!" Maintain or replace safety and instruction labels, as necessary. Observe proper disposal laws and regulations for gas, oil, etc. to protect the environment. Never store the machine or fuel container inside where there is an open flame, spark or pilot light such as a water heater, furnace ,clothes dryer etc. Always refer to the operator's manual for proper instructions on off-season storage. Restrict the YOUR use ofRESPONSIBILITY this power machine to persons who read, understand and follow the warnings WARNING: and instructions in this manual and on the machine. Rotating cutting blade may throw objects causing personal injury. Always wear eye protection during operation. Keep area clear of bystanders and do not operate without guards in place I Read Operator's Manual before use. Figure 1 4 SECTION2: ASSEMBLING YOUREDGER IMPORTANT:This unit is shipped WITHOUT GASOLINE or OIL. After setting up the unit, service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual packed with your unit. NOTE: Handle styles vary by model. Mpper Handle NOTE: Reference to right or left hand side of the edger is observed from the operating position. Contentsof Carton One Edger Assembly One Plastic Bag Containing: Edger Operator's Manual Registration Card Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual One Clutch Rod (747-1164) with One Ferrule (711-0392) Two Flat Washers (736-0264) and Two Hairpin Clips (714-0104)in place Figure 3 Groundingthe Engine'sSpark Plug • Remove the flat washer and hairpin clip from the ferrule found on the upper portion of the clutch rod. Save this hardware as it will be reinserted. Insert the ferrule located on the upper portion of the clutch rod into the hole on the blade clutch/depth control lever. Secure with the flat washer and hairpin clip removed earlier. See Figure 4. Disconnect the spark plug wire from the spark plug and ground it on the top of the engine by placing its rubber boot snugly over a bolt head. See Figure 2. Spark Plug Wire \ / / / / / Rubber Boot / NOTE: Handle styles vary by model. Blade Clutch / Depth Control Lever Ferrule Bolt Head J Flat Washer \\\ / Figure 2 Clutch Rod Hairpin Clip/ Positioningthe EdgerHandles • Remove and discard any packaging cardboard that may be present between the upper handle and the lower handle. • Pivot the upper handle upward until it snaps into place. • Tighten the wing knobs which are located on both the left and right sides of the handle. See Figure 3. Figure 4 • • • Remove the flat washer and hairpin clip from the lower portion of the clutch rod. Save this hardware as it will be reinserted. Insert the lower end of the clutch rod into the hole in the pivot arm found on the left side of the edger. Secure with the flat washer and hairpin clip removed earlier. See Figure 5. • _ Hairpin Clip Clutch Rod • \ Flat\\Washer__ _ \ J J Pivot Arm • • Disconnect the spark plug wire and ground it as instructed earlier in this section. Refer to Figure 2. With the blade clutch/depth control lever in the disengaged position (the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket), carefully pull the recoil starter rope. The blade on the edger should not turn. If the blade turns, remove the ferrule from the blade clutch/depth control lever by first removing the hairpin clip and flat washer. Rotate the ferrule clockwise one or two turns on the clutch rod, then re-insert the ferrule into the lever and recheck the adjustment. After adjusting, check to be certain the blade clutch/ depth control lever can be moved to the furthest notch forward without bowing the clutch rod. If it can't, recheck the adjustment. IMPORTANT: Be certain that the clutch rod is secured at Figure 5 IMPORTANT:Perform the clutch rod adjustment before operating the edger. Clutch RodAdjustment both ends with a flat washer and hairpin clip before operating the edger. ,_ Before operating the edger, check the adjustment of the clutch rod as follows: engine immediately and readjust the clutch WARNING: When operating theblade edger,clutch/ stop rod if the blade turns with the depth control lever in the disengaged position. SECTION3: KNOWTHEEDGER Blade Clutch / Depth Control Lever Choke Control Curb Height Adjustment Lever / / Blade Angle Adjustment Lever / / Pull Rope / Recoil Starter _ NOTE: Handle, wheel and blade styles vary by model. Yours may differ slightly. Figure 6 WARNING: Be familiar with all controls and their proper operation. Know how to stop the machine and disengage them quickly. NOTE: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your edger for a detailed description of all engine-related controls and components. ThrottleControl moved, the deeper into the soil the edger blade will cut. See IMPORTANT:. The throttle control lever is located on the engine. It can be adjusted to regulate the engine speed only. ChokeControl The choke control lever is located on the engine. It is used to aid in starting a cold engine. PullRope/ RecoilStarter BladeAngleAdjustmentLever The blade angle adjustment lever is located on the front, left portion of the edger, behind the edger blade. It is used to vary the angle of the edger blade between one of eight positions from trenching to trimming. See IMPORTANT:. The pull rope/recoil starter is used to start the engine. CurbHeightAdjustmentLever BladeClutch/ DepthControlLever The curb height adjustment lever is found on the rear, right portion of the edger. It aids in stabilizing the edger operating along a curb. See IMPORTANT:. The blade clutch/depth control lever is located on the right side of the upper handle. It is used to engage and disengage the edger blade. It is also used to control the depth of the cut. The further forward the control lever is IMPORTANT: Become familiar with all the controls before operating the edger. SECTION4: OPERATING THE EDGER The operation of any edger can result in foreign objects being thrown into the eyes, which can result in severe eye damage. Always wear safety glasses or eye shields. We recommend wide vision safety mask for over spectacles or standard safety glasses ,_ over concrete,Doasphalt, rocksblade or theif WARNING: not lower blade can strike the supporting resulting in personal injury or damage. like. bladeThe is surface, property • • • • • AddingGasolineAndOil Service the engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your edger. Read instructions carefully. • • WARNING: Never fill fuel tank indoors, with engine running or until the engine has been allowed to cool for at least two minutes after StoppingTheEngine running. To stop the edger's engine, proceed as follows: • StartingTheEngine NOTE: Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your edger for a detailed description of all engine-related controls and components. To start the edger's engine, proceed as follows: • wire is fastened securely over the metal tip on the spark plug. Move the blade clutch/depth control lever back to the disengaged position, and place it in the adjacent (top) notch. Move the choke control lever on the engine into the CHOKE or START position. Move the throttle control lever on the engine into the FAST (Rabbit) position. Grasp the starter handle and slowly pull the rope outward until engine reaches the start of its compression cycle (the rope will pull slightly harder at this point). After slowly allowing the rope to recoil, pull the rope with a rapid, continuous, full arm stroke. Keep a firm grip on starter handle throughout the entire stroke. Allow the starter handle to slowly recoil into the engine. Slowly move the choke control lever on the engine into the RUN position after the engine has started. Attach the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Make certain the metal cap on the end of the spark plug • Move the blade clutch/depth control lever back to the disengaged position, and place it in the adjacent (top) notch. Move the throttle control lever on the engine into the STOP or OFF position. IMPORTANT: Make certain that the engine's spark plug wire is properly grounded as instructed in SECTION 2: Assembling The Edger before storing the edger for its next use. Refer to Figure 2. EngagingtheEdgerBlade To engage the blade, proceed as follows: • Move the control lever to the left and place it into any of the five lower notches. The further forward the blade clutch/depth control lever is moved, the deeper or lower the blade will cut into the ground. WARNING: The blade clutch/depth control lever is designed to minimize the risk of blade contact injury. Do not under any circumstances attempt to defeat the function of the blade clutch/depth control, or use the edger if the control is not adjusted properly. NOTE: Handlestylesvary by model. Blade Clutch / Depth Control ,i_ Lever edger blade whenever the engine is running, WARNING: Keep hands and feet away from whether blade is engaged or disengaged. The blade clutch/depth control lever has two main functions: 1. To engage and disengage the blade. 2. To control the depth of cut. To disengage the blade, proceed as follows: • Adjustment Bracket Move the blade clutch/depth control lever to the left and place it in the top notch in the depth adjustment bracket. See Figure 7. Figure 7 SECTION5: MAKINGADJUSTMENTS FrontWheelAdjustment n Clips ,_ depth control lever in the DISENGAGED WARNING: Always place the blade clutch/ position and turn the edger's engine off before performing any adjustments. Before operating the edger with the blade in the trimming (horizontal) position, it is necessary to alter the position of the front, left wheel. v When operating the edger with the curb wheel lowered (on models so equipped), it is necessary to alter the position of the front, right wheel. To do either, proceed as follows: • • • To change position of the front, left wheel, remove the hairpin clip on the left. To change position of the front, right wheel, remove the hairpin clip on the right. See Figure 8. Reposition the wheel by sliding it down the front axle toward the opposite wheel. See Figure 8. Secure the wheel in its new location by inserting the hairpin clip removed earlier in the hole found immediately adjacent to it. See Figure 8. NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 8 EdgerBladeAngleAdjustment ,i_ objects causing personal injury. Keep area WARNING: Rotating cutting blade may throw clear of bystanders and do not operate without guards in place. The cutting blade can be adjusted to eight positions. To adjust the blade angle, proceed as follows: • Placethebladeclutch/depth controlleverinthe disengaged position(topnotch). depth controlAlways lever place in thetheDISENGAGED WARNING: blade clutch/ position before adjusting the blade angle. ,_ • • Pull forward on the blade angle adjustment lever before rotating the spindle assembly. Release the blade angle adjustment lever into one of the notches on the pivot bracket. See Figure 9. I E NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 11 Adjustment \ Spindle Assembly Lever IMPORTANT:When the spindle assembly is rotated counter-clockwise (putting the blade closer to a horizontal position), it IS necessary to change the position of the front, left wheel to prevent the edger blade from striking the wheel. See FrontWheelAdjustment earlier in this section. Pivot Bracket Figure 9 Trenching Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the notch furthest to the right will put the spindle assembly at a proper angle for trenching with the edger as illustrated in Figure 10. NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 12 ,_ depth control lever in the DISENGAGED WARNING: Always place the blade clutch/ position before adjusting the blade angle. Trimming NOTE: Wheel styles vary by model. Figure 10 Edging Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the second notch from the right will put the spindle assembly at a 90 ° angle for vertical edging as illustrated in Figure 11. Beveling Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the third, fourth, fifth, sixth or seventh notch (from the right) will put the spindle assembly at various angles for beveling with the edger as illustrated in Figure 12. Placing the blade angle adjustment lever in the notch furthest to the left will put the spindle assembly at a proper angle for trimming with the edger as illustrated in Figure 13. IMPORTANT:When the spindle assembly is rotated counter-clockwise (putting the blade closer to a horizontal position), it IS necessary to change the position of the front, left wheel to prevent the edger blade from striking the wheel. See FrontWheelAdjustment 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 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: • NOTE: Wheel styles v Perform the FrontWheelAdjustment for cu rb wheel operation as instructed earlier in this section. Figure 14 SECTION6: MAINTAINING& SERVICING THE EDGER ,_ lubricated and sealed at the factory and require no lubrication. and ground against the engine before WARNING: Disconnect the spark plug wire 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 Shoulder Spacer 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. Compression Spring (Lubricate well!) 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. 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 CuttingHead Bearings The two ball bearings in the blade spindle housing are 10 during the season. Do NOT allow rust to form in this area. See Figure 15. Blade Spindle Plate Replacingthe EdgerBlade • Use two wrenches (one wrench to prevent the hex bolt head from spinning and the other to remove the hex lock nut) to remove the edger blade. See Figure 16. / ,/ Blade Spindle Belt Guard Hex Screws NOTE: Blade styles vary by model. Figure 17 Remove the engine pulley belt guard by removing the two hex screws and two lock washers which Bell Wasler_ Hex Lock secure it to the engine block. See Figure 18. Nut NOTE: Wheel and blade styles vary by model. Figure 16 Hex Screws Remove and discard the edger blade but retain the bell washer and hex lock nut. Install the replacement edger blade, the bell washer (cupped side facing inward) and the hex lock nut removed earlier. IMPORTANT: Use a torque wrench to tighten the hex lock nut to between 37 foot-lbs, and 50 foot- Ibs. Replacingthe DriveBelt The edger drive belt is subject to wear and should be replaced if any signs of cracking, shredding or rotting are present. To replace the belt, proceed as follows: • • • • Figure 18 • • Place the blade angle adjustment lever in the edging position. Refer to Figure 11. Remove the blade spindle belt guard by removing the hex screws, two lock washers and two hex nuts which secure it to the blade spindle plate. See Figure 17. Remove the belt from around the blade spindle pulley. Place the blade clutch/depth control lever in the lowest notch (all the way forward). • • ,_ 11 Remove the belt from around the engine pulley. Install the replacement drive belt around both the blade spindle pulley and the engine pulley. Reattach the blade spindle belt guard to the blade spindle plate with the hardware removed earlier. Reattach the engine pulley belt guard to the engine block with the hardware removed earlier. both the blade spindle belt guard and the WARNING: Never operate the edger without engine pulley belt guard in place. Off-SeasonStorage • Observe the following when preparing the edger for long-term storage: • • • Clean and lubricate unit thoroughly as instructed on page 10 of this manual. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed separately with the edger for engine manufacturers's storage instructions. • Coat the edger blade with chassis grease to prevent rusting and corrosion. Store the edger in a dry, clean area. Do not store next to any corrosive materials, such as lawn fertilizer. Coat the edger, especially any springs and bearings with a light oil or silicone spray. IMPORTANT:When storing any type of power equipment in an poorly ventilated or metal storage shed, care should be taken to rustproof the equipment. SECTION7: TROUBLESHOOTING Trouble Engine fails to start Possible Cause(s) Dirty air cleaner Engine needs to be primed Fuel tank empty Stale fuel in gasoline tank Throttle control lever not in starting position Spark plug wire disconnected. Spark plug fouled Engine flooded Engine runs erratic Spark plug wire loose Stale fuel in gasoline tank Vent in gas cap plugged Water or dirt in fuel system Dirty air cleaner Carburetor out of adjustment Engine overheats Engine oil level low Air flow restricted Dirty air filter Carburetor not adjusted properly Corrective Action Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Push primer bulb two or three times. Fill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Move throttle lever to FAST position. Connect the spark plug wire to the spark plug. Clean, adjust gap or replace spark plug. Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Connect and tighten spark plug wire. Drain gasoline and refill tank with clean, fresh gasoline. Clear vent of any debris. Drain fuel tank. Refill with fresh fuel. Refer to the Briggs & packed with your Refer to the Briggs & packed with your Stratton Operator/Owner unit. Stratton Operator/Owner unit. Manual Manual Fill crankcase with proper oil. Clean the area around the engine's cooling fins. Replace the engine's air filter Refer to the Briggs & Stratton Operator/Owner Manual packed with your unit. Excessive vibration Edger blade bent or damaged Blade spindle bent or damaged Replace edger blade. Contact an authorized MTD service dealer. Drive belt slips Belt worn or stretched Replace drive belt. 12 ModelSeries580 17 12 16 18 15 2 14" 13 1 V-BELTS are specially designed to engage and disengage safely. A substitute (non-OEM) V-Belt can be dangerous by not disengaging completely. Ref No: . Part Number 1. 2. 712-0413 736-0317 4. 781-0076 750-0118 . 736-0329 05034A Description " Hex Jam Nut, 5/8-18 Bell Washer, .64 x 1.25 x. 18 . Blade Guard Ref No: Part Number Description 16. 17. 781-0427 714-0122 Spindle Pulley Belt Guard Square Key, 3/16 x .75 18. 754-0142 V-belt, 3/8 Pulley, 3/8 x .75 x 2.38 712-0287 6. '_ Hex Nut, 1/4-20 21. . Lock Washer, 1/4 Bearing Housing . Ball Bearing, .62 x 1.38 x .44 9. 715-0121 . SpirolPin, 10. 781-0093 11. 781-0078 12. 13. 14. 15. 710-0929 Engine Pulley Belt Guard 712-0267 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 Belleville Washer, .340 x .872 22. i 741-0155 687-0100 23. 736-0119 24. . 710-0237 i Adjustment Lever Assembly Spindle Plate/Shaft Assembly 25. 26. 710-0152 710-0751 Hex Cap Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 27. 748-0160 Spacer, .753 x 1.25 x .175 750-0229 756-0449 Spacer, .635 x .88 x 1.03 Sheave, .6255 x .6295 28. 781-0748 781-0080 i Triplex Edger Blade, 9 Standard Edger Blade, 9" , 1/4x2.0 . = Hex Cap Screw, 5/8-18 x 4.5 i 29. 13 732-0188A Lock Washer, 5/16 . Hex Cap Screw, 5/16-24 x .625 Hex Cap Screw, 3/8-24 x 1.0 Flat Washer, .385 x 1.0 x .135 Double-torsion Spring ModelSeries580 22 23 21 5t 52 34 61 62 24 23 21 22 24 49 34 36 31 32 21 16 29 3 2 1 Spindle assembly shownfor reference only. See page 12 for parts breakdown) 3 4 14 ModelSeries580 Ref. No. Part Number Ref. No. Description Part Number Description 1, 712-0267 Hex Nut, 5/16-18 33. 710-0654A Self-tapping Screw, 3/8-16 x 1.0 2. 736-0119 Lock Washer, 5/16 34. 714-0104 Internal Cotter Pin, .072 x 1.0 • 4. 6. 712-0287 Hex Nut 1/4-20 736-0329 Lock Washer, 1/4 781-0095 Debris Deflector • i 35. 36. 736-0264 736-3050 37. 711-0392 • Debris Guard 38. _ 712-0266 736-0342 Flap Bracket, 1.12 x 5.5 Flat Washer, .283 x .75 x .030 ' • 39. 40. 732-0552 749-0941 ' 1/4-20 x .85 Adjustment Ferrule i 731-0725 7. , Flat Washer, .330 x .630 x .0635 Flat Washer, .406 x .810 x .051 Center Lock Nut, 3/8-24 Curb Adjustment Lever Assembly Support Strut, 15.91 9. 710-0252 Hex Screw w/Nose, 41. ' 781-0075 10. 710-0751 Hex Screw, 1/4-20 x .62 42. 738-0258 ' Spindle Extension Arm 11. 710-0402 Hex Screw, 5/16-18 x 4.5 43. 736-0255 12. 714-0115 Cotter Pin, 1/8 x 1.0 44. . 736-0272 13. 712-0114 Slotted Hex Nut, 1/2-20 45. 750-0535 Spacer, .376 x .625 x .22 14. 736-0112 Sphere Washer, .531 x 1.6 x .045 46. 736-0169 Lock Washer, 3/8 Spacer, .38 x .50 x 3.75 47. 712-0798 Hex Nut 3/8-16 Shoulder Screw .498 Bell Washer, .51 x 1.14 x .040 . Flat Washer, .51 x 1.0 x .060 16. 781-0090 Spindle Pivot Bracket Assembly 48. . 781-0100 17. 715-0143 Spirol Pin, 1/4 x 1.25 , 49. 720-0241 Wing Knob Assembly 18. . 732-0187 Compression Spring ' 50. 736-0451 Saddle Washer, .320 x .93 19. 20. 711-0379 710-0607 Shoulder Spacer, .635 x .620 Self-tapping Screw, 5/16-18 x .50 I 51. , 710-1174 749-0666 21. 736-0504 Wave Washer, .510 x .75 x .017 53. 736-0271 Spring Washer, .317 x .625 x .099 22. 738-0108 Shoulder Screw .498 x 1.45 54. 710-3103 Hex Cap Screw 5/16-18 x 2.0 23. 734-1268 Wheel w/Ball Bearing, 8 x 1.75 55. 749-0937 Lower Handle 734-1781 Wheel w/Plastic Bearing, 8 x 1.75 56. 749-0936A Upper Handle (Loop Style) Spring Washer, .401 x .871 x .063 57. 781-0081 : i 25. 712-0241 Hex Nut, 3/8-24 26. 736-0452 Bell Washer, .396 x 1.14 x .095 59. 710-0793 Round Head Bolt, 3/8-24 x .89 60. Curb Height Adjustment Plate i Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x .75 Blade Clutch/Depth Control Lever Depth Adjustment Bracket i Compression Spring, .55 x 1.37 736-0204 Flat Washer 712-0158 Hex Lock Nut, 5/16-18 .344 x .62 x .030 i 28. 781-1069 29. 30. 31. 32. Front Axle Arm CapSpeed Nut, 1/2 t 61. 720-0283 62. . 747-1164 . Foam Grip . Clutch Rod, 3/8x33.5 734-1264 Wheel w/Ball Bearing, 7 x 1.75 63. 681-0044 Edger Base 734-1797 Wheel w/Plastic 64. 720-0297 Foam Grip (Loop Handle), 20 714-0101 738-1176 Internal Cotter Pin, .08 x 1.42 Front Axle, .50 x 7.98 65. 66. , 781-0091A 749-0938 Bearing, 7 x 1.75 I 15 , Upper Handle Support Plate Upper Handle (T-Style) MANUFACTURER'S LIMITED WARRANTY The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD LLC with respect to new merchandise purchased and used in the d. United States, its possessions and territories. FOR: MTD LLC does not extend any warranty for products sold or exported outside of the United States, its possessions and territories, except those sold through MTD LLC's authorized channels of export distribution. 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. This e. f. Parts that are not genuine MTD parts are not covered by this warranty. Service completed by someone other than an authorized service dealer is not covered by this warranty. Transportation charges and service calls are not covered. limited warranty shall only apply if this product has been operated and maintained in accordance with the Operator's Manual furnished with the product, and has not been subject g. to misuse, abuse, commercial use, neglect, accident, improper maintenance, alteration, vandalism, theft, fire, No implied warranty, including any implied warranty of water, or damage because of other peril or natural disaster. Damage resulting from the installation or use of any accessory or attachment not approved by MTD LLC for use with the applies after the applicable period of express written warranty above as to the parts as identified. No other product(s) covered by this manual will void your warranty as to any resulting damage. mentioned above, given by any person or entity, including a dealer or retailer, with respect to any product, shall Normal wear parts or components thereof are subject to separate terms as follows: All normal wear parts or component failures will be covered on the product for a period of 90 days regardless of cause. After 90 days, but within the two year period, normal wear part failures will be covered ONLY IF caused by defects in materials or workmanship of OTHER component parts. Normal wear parts and components include, but are not limited to: batteries, belts, blades, blade adapters, grass bags, rider deck wheels, seats, snow thrower skid shoes, shave plates, auger spiral rubber, tires. HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE: Warranty service is available, WITH PROOF OF PURCHASE, through your local authorized service dealer. To locate the dealer in your area, check your Yellow Pages, or contact MTD LLC at P.O. Box 361131, Cleveland, Ohio 44136-0019, 1-800-800-7310, 1-330-220- merchantability of fitness for a particular purpose, express warranty, whether written or oral, except as bind MTD LLC. During the period of the warranty, the exclusive remedy is repair or replacement of the product as set forth above. The provisions as set forth in this warranty provide the sole and exclusive remedy arising from the sale. MTD LLC shall not be liable for incidental or consequential loss or damage including, without limitation, expenses incurred for substitute or replacement lawn care services or for rental expenses to temporarily replace a warranted product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusions or limitations may not apply to you. 4683 or log on to our Web site at www.mtdproducts.com. In no event shall recovery of any kind be greater than the This limited warranty does not provide coverage in the follow- amount of the purchase price of the product sold. Alteration of safety features of the product shall void this warranty. ing cases: a. The engine or component parts thereof. These items carry a separate manufacturer's warranty. Refer to the You assume the risk and liability for loss, damage, or injury to you and your property and/or to others and their property applicable manufacturer's tions. b. c. warranty for terms and condi- Log splitter pumps, valves, and cylinders have a separate one year warranty. Routine maintenance items such as lubricants, filters, blade sharpening, tune-ups, brake adjustments, clutch adjustments, deck adjustments, and normal deterioration This limited warranty shall not extend to anyone other than the original purchaser or to the person for whom it was purchased as a gift. HOW STATE LAW RELATES TO THIS WARRANTY: This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state. of the exterior finish due to use or exposure. MTD LLC, P.O. BOX 361131 arising out of the misuse or inability to use the product. CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-0019 1-800-800-7310
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