MTD 586 - User Manual

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• SET-UP • OPERATION • MAINTENANCE •
EDGERS
(Model 588 Shown)
Models
586, 587 and 588
IMPORTANT!
Record the exact Model No. and Serial No.
which appear on the frame of your unit in the
space below. You must have these numbers,
along with the date of purchase, in order to
receive warranty or service.
Important:
Read Safety Rules
and Instructions Carefully
MODEL NO. SERIAL NO.
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.
FORM NO. 770-8831M

Summary

SAFE OPERATION PRACTICES

TRAINING AND PREPARATION

Crucial steps for user preparation and understanding before operating the edger.

OPERATING GUIDELINES

Guidelines for the safe and correct use of the edger during operation.

MAINTENANCE AND STORAGE

Procedures for maintaining the edger and preparing it for storage.

SET-UP INSTRUCTIONS

UNPACKING THE EDGER

Steps to safely unpack the edger from its shipping carton.

EDGER ASSEMBLY AND PREPARATION

Guide to assembling and preparing the edger for initial use.

CLUTCH ROD ADJUSTMENT CHECK

Procedure to verify and adjust the edger's clutch rod for proper function.

CONTROLS AND ADJUSTMENTS

THROTTLE CONTROL

Explanation of the throttle lever's function for engine speed and stopping.

BLADE CLUTCH;DEPTH CONTROL

Details on engaging/disengaging the blade and controlling cutting depth.

BLADE PLANE ADJUSTMENT

How to adjust the cutting blade's angle from vertical to horizontal.

OPERATION

STARTING THE ENGINE

Step-by-step guide on how to safely start the edger's engine.

STOPPING THE ENGINE

Instructions for safely shutting down the edger's engine.

LUBRICATION

MAINTENANCE

ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Refers to the engine manual for specific care and maintenance instructions.

BLADE AND BELT SERVICE

Instructions for blade removal and V-belt servicing.

OFF-SEASON STORAGE

TROUBLE SHOOTING GUIDE

MTD 586 Specifications

General

Brand	MTD
Model	586
Category	Edger
Language	English