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21” Rear Discharge

Rotary Mower

Model Number

11A-589 Series

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

OPERATOR’S MANUAL

FORM NO. 

770-10111B.fm

(3/00)

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.

Summary of Contents for 11A-589 Series

Page 1: ...ass 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 wor...

Page 2: ...elp from our Customer Support Department or an authorized dealer You can locate the model number by looking down at the rear of the deck A sample model plate is explained below For future reference pl...

Page 3: ...n overlooked and could be accidentally thrown by the mower in any direction and cause serious personal injury to the operator or any others allowed in the area Wear sturdy rough soled work shoes and c...

Page 4: ...embankments The operator could lose footing or balance Do not mow slopes greater than 15 degrees as shown on the slope gauge Do not mow on wet grass Reduced footing could cause slipping CHILDREN Tragi...

Page 5: ...re subject to wear damage and deterioration which could expose moving parts or allow objects to be thrown For safety protection frequently check components and replace with manufacturer s recommended...

Page 6: ...N T I N G A 1 5 S L O P E WARNING Do not mow on inclines with a slope in excess of 15 degrees a rise of approximately 2 1 2 feet every 10 feet A riding mower could overturn and cause serious injury If...

Page 7: ...Up Your Lawn Mower Assembling Handle Lift up and pull back on the upper handle to raise the handle into the operating position Make certain the lower handle is seated securely into the handle bracket...

Page 8: ...bag See Figure 6 Figure 6 Slip the openings in the side of the plastic channel on bag over the hooks on the grass catcher frame Secure bag to the frame by working the six plastic channels on bag over...

Page 9: ...pass its operations Cutting Height Adjustment Levers These levers are located on each wheel and are used to adjust the cutting height These levers have to be at the same relative position to ensure un...

Page 10: ...do not cut wet grass because it tends to stick to the underside of the deck preventing proper mulching of grass clippings New or thick grass may require a narrower cut The ground speed should be adjus...

Page 11: ...ove the hairpin clips from the weld pins on the handle brackets Press out on the legs of the lower handle Remove lower handle from the mower Turn lower handle around so the notch on the bottom of the...

Page 12: ...ne up Never tip the mower more than 90 degrees and do not leave the mower tipped for any length of time Oil can drain into the upper part of the engine causing a starting problem Engine Refer to the s...

Page 13: ...e to the mower and could break causing personal injury The blade can be tested by balancing it on a round shaft screwdriver Remove metal from the heavy side until it balances evenly It is recommended...

Page 14: ...h fresh fuel 5 Clean air cleaner 6 Adjust carburetor Engine overheats 1 Engine oil level low 2 Air flow restricted 3 Carburetor not adjusted properly 1 Fill crankcase with proper oil 2 Remove blower h...

Page 15: ...15 NOTES...

Page 16: ...l 11A 589 Series 1 2 11 3 7 13 6 20 23 66 53 58 30 31 73 76 36 32 34 33 70 59 45 44 81 50 55 56 82 40 83 72 71 60 41 16 80 87 22 26 12 61 67 54 65 64 64 39 51 78 90 49 46 5 18 19 9 4 14 79 42 44 43 47...

Page 17: ...I D x 88 O D 46 738 0102 Front Axle Bolt 47 720 0190 Height Adjuster Knob 48 736 0504 Wave Washer 510 x 750 49 14578 Height Adjuster Assembly R H 14579 Hgt Adj Assembly L H Not Shown 50 17488A Pivot...

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Page 20: ...on these items b Log splitter pumps valves and cylinders have a sepa rate one year warranty c Routine maintenance items such as lubricants filters blade sharpening and tune ups or adjustments such as...

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