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580 R, 580 RS, 580 RSE, 580 RSW, 600 C
Owner’s Manual
606 00 02 98A 11/00
Printed in USA
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CONTROLS AND FEATURES 11. Poignée du démarreur manuel 12. Commande de 1 12 l’entraînement des roues 2 (tondeuses autotractées) 13. Déflecteur à paillis Mulch 14 11 14. Commande des gaz (modèle professionnel) 3 15. Trous de réglage du guidon 8 16. Indicateur de vitesse 10 16 ESPAÑOL 9 1. Control del motor 2. Control del arranque 7 13 eléctrico (modelos de 15 arranque eléctrico) 3. Selector de velocidad 4. Cebador 7 5. Cubierta de la descarga lateral 6. Deflector de la descarga
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TABLE OF CONTENTS Controls and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Service and Adjustments . . . . . . . . . . 18 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Assembly . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Operation . . . . .
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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 be optional. Some illustrations may not be applicable to your unit. SAFETY SAFETY ALERTS PRACTICES AND LAWS Look for these symbols to point out Practice usual and customary safe
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INDEPENDENT LABORATORY SPONSORED BY SAFETY DECALS AND LOCATIONS ALWAYS replace missing or damaged Safety Decals. Refer to Figure 3 for Safety Decal locations. CAUTION DANGER / PELIGRO 3 1 BAG IS SUBJECT TO WEAR AND • DETERIORATION. • CHECK BAG FEQUENTLY, REPLACE WHEN TO AVOID SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH NECESSARY. • Read the operator's manual. USE ORIGINAL BAG TO COMPLY WITH SAFETY • Keep children and others away from unit while operating. • • Never direct discharge toward other p
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DO NOT pull mower backwards unless Remove key when parking (electric start absolutely necessary. Look down and back models). before and while moving backwards. Take all possible precautions when leaving DO NOT start the engine or operate mower unit unattended. unless either the Side Discharge Opening ALWAYS shut off engine, remove key (electric Cover or the Side Discharge Deflector is start models) and remove spark plug wire to installed. prevent accidental starting or unauthorized
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DO NOT make cutting height wheel ALWAYS block wheels and know all jack adjustments while the engine is running. stands are strong and secure and will hold weight of unit during maintenance. On self-propelled models, releasing wheel drive control must stop mower’s forward Check grass bag for wear, damage, and/or movement. If this feature fails to operate, deterioration. Replace only with Husqvarna disconnect spark plug wire and repair before original equipment replacement part
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Literature Pack ASSEMBLY 3. Cut out back of carton and roll unit out. TO REMOVE UNIT FROM CARTON 4. Remove protective packaging 1. Cut off top of carton. materials. 2. Remove front and rear inserts and literature pack. 1 2 3 OM0340 5 OM0320 OM0311 OM0350 6 1. Mower Unit 4 2. Discharge Chute 3. Grass Bag 4. Grass Bag Frame 5. Literature Pack OM0560 6. Battery Charger (electric start models) OM0330 Figure 4 ASSEMBLY 1. Unfold and adjust handlebar. 2. Self propelled units: The Sp
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OPERATION To change cutting height, move cutting height CONTROLS AND FEATURES levers one notch at a time on each wheel until See Figures 1 and 6 for Controls and desired height of cut is obtained. (Figure 6) Features. Cutting Height Settings Chart WARNING: DO NOT attempt to start Notch Cut grass length your engine at this time. Familiarize LOW 1" (25 mm) yourself with controls to see what 2 1-3/8" (35 mm) they do and how they work. Thoroughly read and understand
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Speed Selector OPTIONAL CONTROLS See Figures 1 and 6. Speed Selector is used to select variable forward travel speeds of mower. Cutting Height – Swivel Models High –Push selector all the way CAUTION: On swivel wheel forward. models, when mowing on slopes it is recommended that the linchpin be positioned through the swivel lock hole. If wheels are in the swivel position and control handles are released the mower may “free roll” OM0480 Low –Pull selector all the
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To configure your mower for bagging, side FILLING FUEL TANK discharge or mulching, proceed as follows: Bagging: Lift rear door, place bar of grass bag WARNING: EXPLOSIVE VAPORS frame on lip of mounting flange and lower rear and FLAMMABLE FUEL can result door. If necessary, lift rear of grass bag frame in serious injury or death. Handle to lock in position. fuel with care. ALWAYS use an Be sure there are no openings between bag approved fuel container. and mounting surface after installing
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Mowing Tips STARTING AND SHUT OFF See Figures 1, 4 and 6 for all Controls and Features. CAUTION: On swivel wheel models, NOTE: Start engine on a hard level surface when mowing on slopes it is that is free of debris. recommended that the linchpin be positioned through the swivel lock Manual Start hole. If wheels are in the swivel 1. Check each item in Before Each Use in position and control handles are the Maintenance Schedule. released the mower may “free roll” 2. For engines with a pri
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MAINTENANCE Husqvarna Dealers will provide any service, parts or adjustments which may be required to WARNING: Stop engine, wait for keep your unit operating at peak efficiency. moving parts to stop, and remove Should engine service be required, contact a wire from spark plug (keep wire Husqvarna dealer or an authorized engine away from plug to prevent accidental manufacturer's service center. starting) before attempting any lubrication or maintenance MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE procedures. T
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1. Loosen wing bolt and lift cover. IMPORTANT: DO NOT overfill. Be sure Remove pre-cleaner and cartridge engine is level when adding oil. assembly. See Engine Manual for detailed instructions. 2. Wash pre-cleaner in liquid detergent and water. Allow to dry thoroughly. CHECK MOWER BLADE Saturate pre-cleaner in oil (SAE #30). See figures 10 and 11. Squeeze to remove excess oil. Do not wring. Replace if extremely dirty or Check blade for wear. damaged. Check blade mounting: blade must be secure
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When lubricating for the first time, clean all CHECK DRIVE BELT components thoroughly before applying grease. Reapply grease to the lube fittings 1 2 every 25 hours. NOTE: Linchpin must be in the swivel lock hole while lubricating. 2 1 4 3 OM0250 1. Blade 2. Cap Screw, Lock Washer & Flat Washer 3. Drive Belt OM0180 1. Grease Fitting 4. Idler 2. Swivel Lock Hole Figure 11 Figure 12 Check drive belt for wear or damage. Replace CHECK FASTENERS belt if worn or damaged. See Service and Adjustmen
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1 4 1 4 2 2 3 OM0550 OM0570 3 Robin Briggs & Stratton Intek OHV 1. Oil Fill Cap & Dipstick 4. Fuel Cap & Tank 2. Air Cleaner 3. Spark Plug & Wire Figure 13 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. WARNING: HOT SURFACES can cause death or serious injury. DO NOT TOUCH parts which are hot from operation. ALWAYS allow parts to cool. Every 100 hours of operation
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3 1 4 2 SERVICE AND ADJUSTMENTS SERVICE POSITION IMPORTANT: When tipping to service engine or unit, use the following service positions for WARNING: ACCIDENTAL ENGINE the brand and type of engine on your mower: START UP can cause death or Robin Engines: place handlebar into service serious injury. ALWAYS stop engine, position and tip machine to the rear. remove key (electric start models), Briggs & Stratton Intek Engines: place wait for moving parts to stop and handlebar into handlebar
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1/8” (3mm) 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. ENGINE/BLADE CONTROL No slack To adjust engine/blade control: 4. Tighten lower 1. Loosen cable nuts away from bracket. cable nut to 1/ 8" (3mm) below bracket. Release z- bend bracket. 5. Tight
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2. Measure the distance between the DRIVE BELT (Self propelled units) Wheel Drive Control and handlebar at To remove drive belt: the handlebar indentation. 1. Position right hand rear wheel Height 3. To obtain the proper adjustment, turn Adjustment lever in first notch and left the cable nuts. Turn clockwise if the hand rear wheel Height Adjustment measurement is more than 2" (5cm); lever in third notch. This provides counterclockwise if the measurement is clearance between friction whe
