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United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands: 

Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should 
be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your 
dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's 
management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems 
are solved in this way.  

If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact 
the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office. You can write: 

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 
Power Equipment Division 
Customer Relations Office 
4900 Marconi Drive 
Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847 

Or telephone: (770) 497-6400 M-F, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm EST 

When you write or call, please provide the following information: 

  Model and serial numbers 

  Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you 

  Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment 

  Date of purchase 

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  A detailed description of the problem 

 

Summary of Contents for HRB215 Harmony

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Page 2: ...or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever Honda lawn mowers meet Consumer Product Safety Commission CPSC blade safety requirements for...

Page 3: ...h the lawn mower if you sell it We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership The warranty policy is a separate document that should h...

Page 4: ...ED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions Each message tells you what...

Page 5: ...NG 29 Starting and stopping the engine safe mowing practices and mowing tips TRANSPORTING How to load and carry your mower safely 41 MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENTS 43 When and how to perform routine inspecti...

Page 6: ...MOWER SAFETY This section explains what you need to know to operate your mower safely Safety Information 2 Important Message to Parents 4 Safety Label Locations 5 1...

Page 7: ...t Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running If you need to work around the deck to clear grass accumulation adjust the cutting height or for any other reason always shut off the eng...

Page 8: ...ne OFF If the engine has been running allow it to cool Never smoke near gasoline and keep other flames and sparks away Always store gasoline in an approved container Wear Protective Clothing Wearing p...

Page 9: ...BILITY to safely operate this mower Does the young person think through problems and come to logical solutions Be honest Anyone who takes unnecessary risks and doesn t obey rules should not operate th...

Page 10: ...burned or seriously in wed I AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREOUENTLY FOR BAG REPLACEMENT THIS BAG CONFORMS TO A N S I STANDARD 871 1 ANY REPLACEMENT n Wipe up spills before starling engine MUST MEET THIS STA...

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Page 12: ...pment for different lawn care needs and it tells you how to adapt your mower for bagging side discharge and mulching Blades HRB215 and HRM215 8 Mulching Plug standard for HRM215 9 Grass Bag standard f...

Page 13: ...he mower deck where the clippings are chopped into small particles that fall through the turf and decompose quickly This returns nutrients to the soil and reduces the need for raking bagging and dispo...

Page 14: ...attach the grass bag lift the discharge guard remove the mulching plug if so equipped and hook the bag onto the mower deck as shown Release the discharge guard to secure the grass bag Mulching Plug st...

Page 15: ...ched particles and they may need to be removed by raking Side discharge mowing should be considered for less frequently mowed areas where grass has grown too tall to mulch easily To attach the chute l...

Page 16: ...nt parts of your mower and it tells you how the controls work Component Identification 12 Controls 14 ThrottleLever 74 Shift Lever HFfB215SXA HRM215SxA 14 Blade Control Lever 15 Drive Clutch Lever HRB...

Page 17: ...R FUEL TANK CAP ADJUSTMENT LEVER OIL FILLER CAP MOWER DECK FRONT CUlllNG ADJUSTMENT LE HEIGHT YER HRB215PXA Manually propelled high lift blade and grass bag HRB21SSXA Self propelled high lift blade an...

Page 18: ...REAR CUlllNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER AIR CLEANER FRONT CUlllNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER CARBURETOR Record the frame and engine serial numbers in the space below You will need these serial numbers when...

Page 19: ...d to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Gear Shift Lever HRB215SXA HRM215SXA 1 slow For mowing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas 2 fast For maximum self propelled speed in large open areas...

Page 20: ...elease the blade control lever to stop the blade Operate the blade control lever with a quick and complete motion so the blade drive is always either fully engaged or stopped This will help to prevent...

Page 21: ...on so the drive clutch is always either fully engaged or released This will help to extend the service life of the clutch mechanism For self propelled mowing press the button on top of the blade contr...

Page 22: ...so the locating pins engage other holes on the handlebar mounting brackets HANDLEBAR LOCKING KNOB 2 4 Tighten the handlebar locking knobs securely The handlebar can be folded for compact storage or t...

Page 23: ...me cutting height position The blades will start spinning if the blade control lever is pulled back while the engine is running Spinning blades can cut you severely and can amputate fingers and toes S...

Page 24: ...ady and it tells you how to prepare your lawn and yourself before you begin mowing Check Your Lawn 20 Check Your Mower 21 Blade s 2 1 Engine Oil 22 Fuel 23 Air Cleaner 26 Grass Bag standard for HRB215...

Page 25: ...Pets People and animals near the mowing area can move into your path or into a position where they could be struck by thrown objects Clear the area of people and pets especially children Their safety...

Page 26: ...o be thrown from the mower When the blade s needs sharpening or replacement take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer Or if you have a torque wrench you can remove and install the b...

Page 27: ...Use high detergent premium quality 4 stroke engine oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturers requirements for API Service Classification SG SF CC CD pEiq Using nondetergent oil can...

Page 28: ...can be burned or seriously injured When refueling l Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flames away l Refuel only outside l Wipe up spills immediately Never refuel the mower inside a building wh...

Page 29: ...ght spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change bran...

Page 30: ...10 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether 15 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 15 MTBE by volume METHANOL...

Page 31: ...enter the engine causing rapid engine wear This type of damage is not covered by the Distributor s Limited Warranty 1 Unscrew and remove the air cleaner cover knob then remove the cover 2 Inspect the...

Page 32: ...eds cleaning wash it with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely before use a wet bag will clog quickly Handlebar Check that the handlebar is adjusted to a comfortable operating position Handleb...

Page 33: ...e missed a hidden object in your lawn be sure to wear protective clothing Long pants and eye protection can lower your risk of injury from thrown objects Wear footwear that protects your feet and won...

Page 34: ...SSXA HRM215SX4 31 Blade Control Lever 32 Drive Clutch Lever HRB215SXA HRMZISSXA 32 Stopping the Engine 33 Safe Mowing Practices 34 Slopes 34 Obstacles 35 Gravel and Loose Objects 35 Mowing Tips 36 Whe...

Page 35: ...rter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Return the rope gently Always release the blade control lever before starting STARTER GRIP the engine to prevent the blade s from turning...

Page 36: ...ed Gear Shift Lever HRB215SXA HRM215SXA 1 slow For mowing thick GEAR SHIFT LEVER grass or HRB215SXA HRM215SXA maneuvering in small areas 2 fast For maximum self propelled speed in large open areas To...

Page 37: ...rive clutch lever up and hold it against the handlebar Release the drive clutch lever to stop the mower Operate the drive clutch leverwith a quick and complete motion so the drive clutch is always eit...

Page 38: ...RB215SXA HRM215SXA and blade control lever all models 2 Move the throttle lever to the STOP position When the mower is not in use leave the throttle lever in the STOP position to prevent carburetor fl...

Page 39: ...peed A spinning blade can cut youseverely and can amputate fingers and toes l Wear protective footwear l Keep your hands and feet away from the mower deck while the engine is running l Stop the engine...

Page 40: ...y and check for damage Striking objects may damage the blade s bend the crankshaft and or break the mower deck or other components Vibration usually indicates serious trouble Worn cracked or damaged b...

Page 41: ...ndations and advice about specific types of grasses and growing conditions in your area If you look closely you ll see that most grass has stems and leaves If you cut off the leaves you ll scalp the l...

Page 42: ...E LEVER Sharp blades cut cleanly Dull blades tear the grass leaving shredded ends that turn brown When your blade s doesn t cut cleanly anymore have it sharpened or replaced see page 58 Dry Grass If t...

Page 43: ...l the grass bag so your mower can pick them up for disposal The grass bag is standard equipment on HRB215 mowers see page 9 and can be installed as optional equipment on HRM215 mowers If using your mo...

Page 44: ...n irregular shape or many obstacles divide it into sections where you can use counterclockwise mowing patterns BAGGING Bagging requires the grass bag see page 9 that is standard equipment on HRB215 an...

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Page 46: ...TRANSPORTING THE MOWER This section explains how to load and carry your mower safely Before Loading 42 Loading and unloading 42 41...

Page 47: ...e two people should lift the mower on and off the transport vehicle while holding the mower level Position the mower so all four wheels are on the bed of the transport vehicle Tie the mower down with...

Page 48: ...Schedule 45 Engine Maintenance 46 Engine Oil Change 46 Air Cleaner Service 48 Spark Plug Service 49 Spark Arrester Service optional equipment 51 Carburetor Adjustment 52 Carburetor Modification for Hi...

Page 49: ...torage Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive Refuel outdoors with the engine stopped Wipe up spills immediately Never use gasoline to clean parts To prevent carbon monoxide poisoning stop the eng...

Page 50: ...ment Check1 1 Blade control mechanism Check Il2 1 Blade control cable Adjust 0 Drive clutch cable Adjust HRB21 SSXA HRMPl SSXA only Throttle cable Adjust Shift cable Adjust HRB215SXA HRM21 SSXA only V...

Page 51: ...rm the environment Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground or down the drain 4 Fill with the recommended oil Do not overfill measure the oil level as shown on page 47 Engine oil capacity...

Page 52: ...clean b Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck Check the oil level shown on the dipstick c If the oil level is low add oil to reach the upper limit mark on the dipsti...

Page 53: ...ER 1 Unscrew and remove the air cleaner cover knob then remove the air cleaner cover 2 Remove the paper filter from the air cleaner housing Remove the foam filter from the cover 3 Inspect the filters...

Page 54: ...LUGS REGULAR RESISTOR l NGK BP5ES BPRSES ND Wl GEP U Wl GEPR U CHAMPION N12Y RN12Y Resistor spark plugs reduce interference with radio and TV reception pGK 1 An incorrect spark plug can cause engine d...

Page 55: ...hreading 6 After the spark plug seats tighten with a 20 6 mm 13 16 in spark plug wrench to compress the washer If reinstalling the old spark plug tighten l 8 to l 4 turn after the spark plug seats If...

Page 56: ...ning as designed 1 Remove the two nuts from the muffler shield using a 10 mm wrench 2 Remove the muffler shield identification plate muffler and gasket 3 Remove the spark arrester from the muffler 4 C...

Page 57: ...the SLOW position 3 Turn the pilot screw in or out to the setting that produces the highest idle rpm The correct setting will usually be approximately 2 turns out from the fully closed position 4 Afte...

Page 58: ...zed Honda lawn mower dealer perform this carburetor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower will decrease about 3 5 for each 300 meter 1 000 foot increase in altitude The effe...

Page 59: ...mm wrench and move the adjuster up or down as required 2 Tighten the locknuts and recheck free play 3 Start the engine outdoors and operate the blade control lever Check that the blade starts when you...

Page 60: ...cknuts with a 10 mm wrench and move the adjuster up or down as required 2 Tighten the locknuts and recheck free play 3 Start the engine outdoors and operate the drive clutch lever Check to be sure the...

Page 61: ...se until it contacts the stop post on the carburetor THROTTLELEVER Push the choke arm with your finger to verify that it has moved as far as it will go 2 Move the throttle lever to the FAST position T...

Page 62: ...ed on the number 1 on the lever cover If adjustment is necessary 1 Loosen the locknuts with a 10 mm wrench and move the adjuster up or down as required 2 Tighten the locknuts and recheck lever alignme...

Page 63: ...their equivalent Blade Removal 1 With the throttle lever in the STOP position and the spark plug cap disconnected tilt the mower to the right side so the carburetor side is up This will help to preven...

Page 64: ...other bolts 3 Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench Use a wooden block to prevent the blade s from turning when tightening the bolts Blade bolt torque 49 59 N m 5 0 6 0 kg m 36 43 ft lb If you...

Page 65: ...eplacement Replace a worn or damaged bag with a Honda replacement bag or its equivalent Objects hit by the blade s can be thrown through a worn or damaged grass bag Thrown objects can seriously injure...

Page 66: ...BLESHOOTING This section shows what to check if you have a problem with your mower Engine Problems 62 Engine will not start 62 loss of power 62 Vibration Problems 63 Mowing Mulching Bagging Problems 6...

Page 67: ...tor malfunction ignition malfunction valves stuck etc Dry and reinstall spark plug Start engine with throttle lever in FAST position Take mower to Honda lawn mower dealer or refer to shop manual LOSS...

Page 68: ...nual Mowing Mulching Bagging Problems POOR CUT QUALITY OR POOR MOWING MULCHING BAGGING PERFORMANCE 1 Check that the throttle lever is in the FAST position 2 Reduce forward speed 3 Check cutting height...

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Page 70: ...from rust and corrosion and ensure that if will start easily when you want to use if again Basic Preparation for Storage 66 Preparation for Storage of 1 or 2 months 67 Preparation for Storage longer...

Page 71: ...g 1 Wash the mower with a garden hose or other low pressure equipment 2 If the mower has been running allow the engine to cool for at least half an hour before spraying water on it Never spray water o...

Page 72: ...with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely 8 After the mower is clean and dry touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil Lubricate all control cable...

Page 73: ...e Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected storage preparation You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline sta...

Page 74: ...d flames away l Wipe up spills immediately 2 Move the throttle lever to the SLOW or FAST position to OPEN the fuel valve This will allow fuel in the fuel tank to drain through the carburetor bowl 3 Re...

Page 75: ...in the OFF position to CLOSE the fuel valve and reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Place the mower with its wheels on a level surface Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage The handlebar can be fol...

Page 76: ...storage preparation fill the tank with fresh gasoline If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time causin...

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Page 78: ...SPECIFICATIONS This section gives dimensions capacities and other technical information Mower Models 74 Dimensions and General Specifications 74 Engine 75 Transmission 75 73...

Page 79: ...ain Handlebar folded 1062 mm 4113 16 in Overall Height Handlebar high 1040 mm 40 6 in with cutting height adjusted to 64 mm Handlebar mid 985 mm 3813 1sin 2V2 in Handlebar low 925 mm 36 in Handlebar...

Page 80: ...Spark Plug Transistorized magneto Regular NGK BP5ES ND WlGEP U Champion N12Y Spark Plug Gap Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Enaine Oil Capacitv Resistor NGK BPR5ES ND WlGEPR U Champion RN12Y 0 7 0...

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Page 82: ...ATION This section contains an index lists additional Honda publications and tells you how to contact us if you have a question or a warranty repair problem Index 78 Honda Publications a2 Customer Ser...

Page 83: ...rol Lever Cable Adjustment 54 Operation 15 32 C Carburetor Adjustment 52 Modification for High Altitude 53 Choke 14 30 Clogged Mower Deck 38 Clothing Recommendations 28 Component Identification 12 Con...

Page 84: ...ns 22 46 Refueling 23 Serial Number 13 Starting 30 Stopping 33 Troubleshooting 62 F Fallen Leaves Mulching Raking Bagging 38 Frame Serial Number 13 Fuel Additive to Extend Storage Life 68 Gasoline Rec...

Page 85: ...Mowing Tips 36 Safe Mowing Practices 34 Leaves Mulching Raking Bagging 38 M Maintenance Blade s Removal and Installation 58 Cable Adjustments 54 Engine 46 Grass Bag Cleaning 81Replacement 60 Precautio...

Page 86: ...II Serial Numbers 13 Shift Lever HRB215SXA HRM215SXA Cable Adjustment 57 Operation 14 31 Side Discharge Chute optional equipment Removal and Installation 10 Side Discharge Mowing requires optional sid...

Page 87: ...ss Bag standard on HRB215 60 Mower 66 Honda Publications These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your mower You may order them from your Honda lawn mower...

Page 88: ...are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Service Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Honda Power Equipment Divisio...

Page 89: ...is way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipme...

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