Husqvarna 580 R User Manual

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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 recommended 
maintenance schedule that should be 
performed on a regular basis. More frequent 
service may be required due to working 
conditions (heavy loads, high ambient 
temperatures, dusty conditions, or airborne 
debris).
See Engine Manual for further maintenance 
and troubleshooting information.
 After first 2 Hours of operation
CHECK AIR CLEANER (BRIGGS & 
STRATTON)
See engine manual for specific information.
1. Loosen screws and lift cover. Remove 
cartridge assembly.
2. Tap cartridge gently on a flat surface. 
Do not oil cartridge. Replace if 
extremely dirty or damaged.
3. Do not use petroleum solvents 
(kerosene) which will cause cartridge to 
deteriorate. Do not use pressurized air 
to clean cartridge. Damage can result.
4. Install air cleaner assembly in base. 
Reinstall cover on air cleaner and 
tighten screws securely.
CHECK AIR CLEANER (ROBIN)
See engine manual for specific information.
MAINTENANCE
 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
Service Performed
Before
Each
Use
25
100
Check Air Cleaner
Check Engine Oil
Check Mower Blade
Check Drive Belt
Check Engine/Blade 
Control
Change Engine Oil
Check Grass Bag
Check Drive Control
General Lubrication
Check Fasteners
Check Spark Plug
Check Engine 
Cooling
Check Muffler
WARNING: ROTATING PARTS can 
cut off body parts. Keep hands and 
feet away. Loose clothing, long hair 
or scarves can get caught in rotating 
parts and cause death or serious 
injury.
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WARNING: Stop engine, wait for 
moving parts to stop, and remove 
wire from spark plug (keep wire 
away from plug to prevent accidental 
starting) before attempting any 
lubrication or maintenance 
procedures.
CAUTION: DO NOT touch engine 
parts which are hot from operation. 
Allow parts to cool before servicing.
Figure 8
1
2
3
4
1. Base
2. Cartridge
3. Cover
4. Screws
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