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Yard-Man 589 - page 1
21” Rear Discharge Rotary Mower Model 589 PRINTED IN U.S.A. O PERATOR’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 fo ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 2
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS Content Page Important Safe Operation Practices ................................................................... 3 Slope Gauge ...................................................................................................... 6 Assembling Your Lawn Mower .................................................................... ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 3
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 manual before attempting to operate this machine. Failure to comply with these instructions may resu ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 4
4 other safety protective devices in place and working. Never operate mower with damaged safety devices. Failure to do so, can result in personal injury. 21. Muffler and engine become hot and can cause a burn. Do not touch. 22. Only use parts and accessories made for this machine by the original equipment manufacturer (O.E.M). Failure to do so can ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 5
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 screws tight to be sure the equipment is in sa ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 6
6 SECTION 2: SLOPE GAUGE Use this page as a guide to determine slopes where you may not operate safely. Do not operate your lawn mower on such slopes. 15 ° S I G H T A ND H O L D T H I S L E VE L W I T H A VE R T I C A L T R E E A P O W E R P O L E A C O RN E R O F A B U I L D I N G O R A F E NC E P O S T F O L D O N D O T T E D L I N E , R E P R ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 7
7 SECTION 3: ASSEMBLING YOUR LAWN MOWER IMPORTANT: This unit is shipped without gasoline or oil in the engine. Be certain to service engine with gasoline and oil as instructed in the separate engine manual before operating your mower. Removing Unit From Carton • Remove staples, break glue on top flaps, or cut tape at carton end and peel along top ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 8
8 Attaching Starter Rope • The rope guide is attached to the right side of upper handle. Loosen the wing nut which secures the rope guide. See Figure 5. Figure 5 • With the spark plug wire disconnected and grounded, hold the blade control handle against the upper handle, and pull the starter rope out of the engine. Release the blade control han ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 9
9 SECTION 4: KNOW YOUR LAWN MOWER Read this owner’s manual and safety rules before operating your lawn mower. Compare the illustrations in Figure 10 with your lawn mower to familiarize yourself with the location of various controls and adjustments. Save this manual for future reference. WARNING: The operation of any lawn mower can result in forei ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 10
10 SECTION 5: OPERATING YOUR LAWN MOWER WARNING: Read, understand, and follow all instructions and warnings on the machine and in this manual before operating. Gas & Oil Fill-Up • Check oil level and add oil if necessary. Follow relevant instructions in the engine manual for this. • Service the engine with gasoline as instructed in the engi ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 11
11 SECTION 6: MAKING ADJUSTMENTS WARNING: Do not at any time make any adjustments without first stopping engine and disconnecting spark plug wire. Cutting Height Figure 11 An adjusting plate and spring lever at each wheel position provides cutting height adjustment. Each adjusting plate has several height positions. • Move the spring lever to one ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 12
12 leaves, dirt, or other matter. If this debris is allowed to accumulate, it will invite rust and corrosion, and may prevent proper mulching, discharge, or bagging. The deck may be cleaned by tilting the mower and scraping clean with a suitable tool (make certain the spark plug wire is disconnected). IMPORTANT: We do not recommend the use of a pre ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 13
13 SECTION 8: STORING YOUR LAWN MOWER The following steps should be taken to prepare your lawn mower for storage. • Clean and lubricate mower thoroughly as described in the lubrication instructions. IMPORTANT: We do not recommend the use of a pressure washer or garden hose to clean your unit. • Refer to engine manual for storage instructions. ? ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 14
14 SECTION 10: PARTS LIST FOR MODEL 589 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 87 49 46 5 18 19 9 4 14 79 42 44 43 47 48 63 84 85 85 86 ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 15
15 Model 11A-589 Series Ref. No. Part No. Part Description 1. 747-0824 Control Handle Assembly 2. 710-1205 Rope Guide 3. 720-0279 Handle Knob 4. 710-1174 Carriage Bolt 5/16-18 x 2” 5. 710-0654A Hex Washer Screw 3/8-16 x 1.00” 6. 720-0314 Hand Knob 7. 710-1270 C-Sunk Screw 1/4-20 x 1.3” 9. 712-0324 Hex Lock Nut 1/4-20 11. 749-0438C Upper Handl ...
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Yard-Man 589 - page 16
MANUFACTURER’S LIMITED WARRANTY FOR: The limited warranty set forth below is given by MTD PRODUCTS INC (“MTD”) with respect to new merchan- dise purchased and used in the United States, its posses- sions and territories. MTD warrants this product against defects in material and workmanship for a period of two (2) years commencing on the date ...
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