Husqvarna 580 R, 580 RS, 580 RSE, 580 RSW, 600 C - Manual

Page 3 - CONTROLS AND FEATURES; The engine exhaust from this product; WARNING; Figure 1

3 ENGLISH 1. Engine Control2. Ignition Switch (Electric Start Models) 3. Speed Selector (Self- propelled) 4. Primer (Briggs Engine)5. Side Discharge Cover6. Side Discharge Deflector7. Cutting Height Levers (2 Rear Wheel Adjusters, 2 Front Wheel Adjusters) 8. Rear Door9. Adjustable and Folding Handle...

Page 4 - TABLE OF CONTENTS

GB - 4 Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Mai...

Page 5 - Personal Safety Is Involved!; NOTATIONS; SAFETY

GB - 5 DISCLAIMER Husqvarna reserves the right to discontinue, make changes to, and add improvements upon its products at any time without public notice or obligation.The descriptions and specifications contained in this manual were in effect at printing. Equipment described within this manual may b...

Page 6 - SAFETY RULES; Operational; DANGER; Figure 3

GB - 6 SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to Figure 3 for Safety Decal locations. 1. DANGER TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH 2. DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY Do not operate mower unless guards are in operating position or bagger is attached. 3 . CAUT...

Page 9 - discharge or mulching. See; ASSEMBLY; Figure 4; Figure 5; Self propelled units

GB - 9 TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON 1. Cut off top of carton.2. Remove front and rear inserts and literature pack. 3. Cut out back of carton and roll unit out.4. Remove protective packaging materials. ASSEMBLY 1. Unfold and adjust handlebar. 2. Self propelled units: The Speed Selector rod is shipped o...

Page 10 - Handlebar; OPERATION; Cutting Height Settings Chart

GB - 10 CONTROLS AND FEATURES See Figures 1 and 6 for Controls and Features. Engine/Blade Control The Engine Control must be held against the handlebar in order to start the engine as well as during mowing operations to keep the engine running.Releasing the control during operation stops the engine ...

Page 11 - OPTIONAL CONTROLS; Cutting Height – Swivel Models; Adjustments; Wheel Drive Control

GB - 11 OPTIONAL CONTROLS See Figures 1 and 6. Cutting Height – Swivel Models To change front wheel cutting height, insert clevis pin into the holes that correspond to the desired cutting height. (Figure 6).To change rear wheel cutting height, move cutting height levers one notch at a time until the...

Page 12 - FILLING FUEL TANK; Specifications; Mower Configurations; STOPPING IN AN EMERGENCY; WARNING: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS

GB - 12 FILLING FUEL TANK To add fuel to Fuel Tank: 1. Put unit in open or well-ventilated area.2. Stop engine and allow to cool.3. Clean Fuel Cap and surrounding area to prevent dust, dirt and debris from entering Fuel Tank. 4. Remove Cap. IMPORTANT: DO NOT use gasohol or gasoline containing alcoho...

Page 13 - STARTING AND SHUT OFF; Manual Start; Troubleshooting; Electric Start

GB - 13 STARTING AND SHUT OFF See Figures 1, 4 and 6 for all Controls and Features. NOTE: Start engine on a hard level surface that is free of debris. Manual Start 1. Check each item in Before Each Use in the Maintenance Schedule. 2. For engines with a primer, push primer bulb 2 or 3 times for a col...

Page 14 - MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; MAINTENANCE; WARNING: ROTATING PARTS

GB - 14 Husqvarna Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. Should engine service be required, contact a Husqvarna dealer or an authorized engine manufacturer's service center. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE The chart shows the...

Page 15 - CHECK ENGINE OIL; Engine Oil Check and Change; CHECK MOWER BLADE

GB - 15 1. Loosen wing bolt and lift cover. Remove pre-cleaner and cartridge assembly. 2. Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Allow to dry thoroughly. Saturate pre-cleaner in oil (SAE #30). Squeeze to remove excess oil. Do not wring. Replace if extremely dirty or damaged. 3. Tap cartridg...

Page 16 - Swivel Lubrication; Linchpin must be in the swivel lock

GB - 16 CHECK DRIVE BELT Check drive belt for wear or damage. Replace belt if worn or damaged. See Service and Adjustments . CHECK ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL The engine/blade control must stop the engine and blade within 3 seconds after the bail is released. If the engine or blade continues to run, adjust...

Page 17 - CHECK ENGINE COOLING; DO NOT operate engine with; CHECK MUFFLER; Robin

GB - 17 CHECK ENGINE COOLING Engine is air cooled. Air must circulate freely around engine from Air Intake to cooling fins on cylinder head and block to prevent overheating. Every 100 hours of operation or yearly (more often if conditions require) remove cooling shrouds and clean cooling fins. Clean...

Page 18 - SERVICE POSITION; HANDLEBAR; To Charge Battery; only; SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS

GB - 18 SERVICE POSITION Place unit on a flat level surface. ALWAYS stop engine. Assure unit is secure and will not tip over. Strap and clamp onto bench if needed. A handlebar service position is provided for tipping the unit for cleaning and service (Figure 14). See Adjustments . IMPORTANT: When ti...

Page 19 - Charge for 24 to 48 hours (battery may; To Remove Battery from Unit; Pull cable down from bracket until there; No slack

GB - 19 3. Charge for 24 to 48 hours (battery may be charged for up to 72 hours with no harmful effects). An engine run time of at least 8 hours is required to charge a fully discharged battery. To Remove Battery from Unit 1. Remove wing nuts from battery U-bolt.2. Disconnect battery from wiring. EN...

Page 21 - NEVER spray unit with water or; Cleaning; Service and Adjustments; Engine; STORAGE; FLAMMABLE FUEL

GB - 21 IMPORTANT: NEVER spray unit with water or store unit outdoors. Water can seep into sealed bearings, which are sealed against dirt and debris only, causing reduced component life. Store mower in a cool, dry, protected location. Cleaning Clean unit thoroughly. Brush dirt and debris off with a ...

Page 22 - TROUBLESHOOTING; PROBLEM; ACCESSORIES

GB - 22 TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine will not start 1. Fuel tank empty or low.2. Spark plug wire loose or off.3. Engine/brake control cable detached, broken, or not adjusted properly. 4. Battery discharged (electric start models). 1. Check fuel level. Fill tank if necessa...

Page 23 - SPECIFICATIONS

GB - 23 SPECIFICATIONS Model Number 601 10 00 24 601 10 00 20 601 10 00 21 601 10 00 22 601 10 00 23 Description 580 R 580 RS 580 RSE 580 RSW 600 C Length - in (cm) 61.5 (156) Height - in (cm) 38 (96,5) Width - in (cm) 23 (58,4) Actual Weight - lbs (kg) 81 (36,7) 97 (44,0) 102 (46,3) 105 (47,6) 118 ...

Husqvarna 580 R, 580 RS, 580 RSE, 580 RSW, 600 C - Manual

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