Yard-man 589 - Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – TABLE OF CONTENTS; FINDING MODEL NUMBER
- Page 3 – SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES; General Operation
- Page 5 – Your Responsibility
- Page 6 – SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE; IN
- Page 7 – SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER; Removing Unit From Carton; Assembling Handle
- Page 8 – Attaching Starter Rope; Assembling Grass Catcher
- Page 9 – SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER; Stopping Engine
- Page 10 – SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER; Before Starting Mower
- Page 11 – SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS; Cutting Height; Handle Height; Engine Adjustments; SECTION 7: MAINTAINING YOUR LAWN MOWER; Engine
- Page 12 – Cutting Blade; Lubrication; Replacing Rear Flap
- Page 13 – SECTION 8: STORING YOUR LAWN MOWER; SECTION 9: TROUBLESHOOTING
- Page 14 – SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 589
- Page 16 – MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR:
21” Rear Discharge
Rotary Mower
Model 589
PRINTED IN U.S.A.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
FORM NO.
770-10111C.fm
(10/2000)
IMPORTANT: READ SAFETY RULES AND INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY
MTD PRODUCTS INC. P.O. BOX 368022 CLEVELAND, OHIO 44136-9722
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 368022 Cleveland, Ohio 44136-9722.
ECO #
2844
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Summary
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower........................
3 SECTION 1: IMPORTANT SAFE OPERATION 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 manualbefore attempting to operate this machine. F...
5 only, listed in this manual. “Use of parts which do not meet the original equipment specifications may lead to improper performance and compromise safety!” 4. Mower blades are sharp and can cut. Wrap the blade or wear gloves, and use extra caution when servicing them. 5. Keep all nuts, bolts, and ...