Honda Automobiles HF2216, Operator'S Manual

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. SAFETY ........................................................................................................... 3
Regulations for using the machine safely
2. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE AND COMPONENTS ......................... 7
Explanations on how to identify the machine and its main components
3. UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ...................................................................... 9
Explanations on how to remove the packing and on how to assemble
separated parts
4. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ............................................................... 14
Position and functions of all the controls
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE ..................................................................... 20
Provides indications for working efficiently and safely
5.1 Safety recommendations ........................................................................ 20
5.2 Why the safety devices cut in ................................................................. 20
5.3 Preliminary operations before starting work ............................................ 22
5.4 Using the machine ................................................................................. 25
5.5 Using on slopes ...................................................................................... 34
5.6 Transporting ........................................................................................... 34
5.7 Advice on how to obtain a good cut ........................................................ 35
5.8 Mulching function .................................................................................... 36
6. MAINTENANCE ............................................................................................ 38
All the information for maintaining the machine in peak efficiency
6.1 Safety recommendations ........................................................................ 38
6.2 Routine maintenance .............................................................................. 39
6.3 Checks and adjustments ........................................................................ 43
6.4 Dismantling and renewing parts ............................................................. 48
7. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................................................. 50
A help in quickly resolving any problems
8. ACCESSORIES (OPTIONAL) ...................................................................... 53
A description of the accessories available for particular types of work
9. SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................... 54
A summary of the main specifications of your machine
10. ALPHABETICAL INDEX ............................................................................. 55
Where informations can be found
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