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Summary of Contents for Harmony HRM215PDA

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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 walk behind rotary mowers Your mower is not equipped with a spark arrester and it may be illegal to operate the mower in some areas Check local laws and regulations An optional spark arrester is avai...

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 have been given to you by your dealer When your mower needs scheduled maintenance keep in mind that your Honda lawn mower dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda mowers and is supported by the p...

Page 4: ...ILLED 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 the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury Damage Prevention Messages You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word mean...

Page 5: ... mowing practices and mowing tips TRANSPORTING How to load and carry your mower safe y 33 MAINTENANCE ADJUSTMENTS 35 When and how to perfom routine inspection service and adjustments to keep your mower in good operating condition TROUBLESHOOTING What to check if you have a problem with your mower 53 STORAGE 57 How to protect your mower from rust and corrosion and ensure that it will start easily w...

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 ...

Page 7: ... feet 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 engine Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug Wear heavy gloves when you need to clean the mower deck or handle the blades Clear Mowing Area Mower blades can throw rocks and other objects ...

Page 8: ... the engine 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 protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury Long pants and eye protection reduce the risk of injuries from thrown objects Sturdy shoes with aggressive soles will help protect your feet...

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 this lawn mower If you decide that your son or daughter can handle the mower safely CAREFULLY READ THE OWNER S MANUAL with your youngster Make sure you both understand all instructions and safety inform...

Page 10: ...CAN CUT OFF HANDS OR FEET n stop th l ngln baton Opening mar door nAlwayskapfntawaylmmmomdmk Gaaollne Is highly flammabla and explosive and you can ba burned or aerloualy Injured When refueling H Keep heat aparka and open flame away THROWN OBJECTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY BLINDNESS OR PROPERTY DAMAGE N lnapa ama and rmnow debrla Mom mowing l KOOPchlldmn and othen MY I Fill fuel tank only outdoore ...

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Page 12: ...ther important parts of your mower and it tells you how the controls work Component Identification 8 Controls 10 Throttle Lever 10 Shift Lever HRM215SDA 70 Flywheel Brake Lever 77 Drive Clutch Lever HRM215SDA 11 Handlebar 12 Cutting Height Adjustment Levers 73 ...

Page 13: ...OLS Component Identification HANDLEBAR FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER HRMPlBSDA only FUEL TANK CAP RECOIL STARTER GRIP MOWER DECK MUFFLER LEVER HRM215PDA Manually propelled HRM215SDA Self propelled ...

Page 14: ... LEVER I K AIR CLEANER dvv CARBURETOR FRONT CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER Record the frame and engine serial numbers in the space below You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries Frame serial number Engine serial number 9 ...

Page 15: ...ing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas 2 fast For maximum self propelled speed in large open areas To avoid incomplete gear engagement move the gear shift lever all the way forward or all the way back You can shift gears without releasing the drive clutch lever but the transmission may not shift smoothly if the mower is pulling hard For smoother operation release the drive clutch lever befo...

Page 16: ...Drive Clutch Lever HRM215SDA The drive clutch lever engages and disengages the transmission that drives the rear wheels To propel the mower move the drive clutch lever up and hold it anainst the handlebar Release the drive clutch lever to stop the mower Operate the drive clutch lever with a quick and complete motion so the drive clutch is always either fully engaged or released This will help to e...

Page 17: ... handlebar up or down so the locating pins engage other holes on the handlebar mounting brackets 4 Tighten the handlebar locking knobs securely Folding The handlebar can be folded for compact storage or transport 1 Loosen the handlebar locking knobs 2 Spread the lower ends of the handlebar struts to release the locating pins 3 Fold the handlebar forward over the top of the mower When folding the h...

Page 18: ...ion The cutting height figures are approximate as the actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions ADJUSTMENT LEVERS The blades spin while the engine is running Spinning blades can cut you severely and can amputate fingers and toes Stop the engine before placing your hand near the mower deck If you are not sure what cutting height to select check the appearance of the lawn af...

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Page 20: ...to fuel and check your mower to be sure it is ready and it tells you how to prepare your awn and yourself before you begin mowing Check Your Lawn 16 Check Your Mower 17 Blades 77 Engine Oil 18 Fuel 19 Air Cleaner 22 Are YOU Ready to Mow 22 15 ...

Page 21: ...d 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 is your responsibility Lawn Check the length and condition of the grass so you will know what cutting height and mowing speed to use Avoid mowing wet grass Not only will wet grass clog your mower de...

Page 22: ... and damage BLADE BOLl NORMAL EXCESSIVELY WORN BENT CRACKED Dull blades can be sharpened but blades that are worn out bent cracked or otherwise damaged must be replaced Worn or damaged blades can break causing blade pieces to be thrown from the mower When a blade needs sharpening or replacement take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer Or if you have a torque wrench you can remo...

Page 23: ... 1 Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean 2 Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck Check the oil level shown on the dipstick 3 If the oil level is low add oil to reach the upper limit mark on the dipstick Do not overfill See pages 40 and 41 for details FILLER CAP DIPSTICK FlLLER CAP w DIPSTICK UPPER LlMlT LOWER LlMlT 16 ...

Page 24: ... spilling fuel Do not overfill there should be no fuel in the filler neck After refueling tighten the fuel tank cap securely Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive You can be burned or seriously injured When refueling Stop the engine and keep heat sparks and flames away l Refuel only outside l Wioe UDsoills immediatelv Never refuel the mower inside a building where fumes may reach flames or sp...

Page 25: ...oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank Occasionally you may hear light 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 brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer piq Running th...

Page 26: ...ning up to 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 methyl or wood alcohol 5 by volume You may use gasoline containing up to 5 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasol...

Page 27: ...ir cleaner cover knob then remove the cover 2 Inspect the paper filter Remove and inspect the foam filter Replace damaged filters Clean or replace dirty filters See page 42 for cleaning instructions 3 Reinstall the filters and cover Tighten the cover knob securely AIR CLEANER HOUSING COVER KNOB ARE YOU Ready to Mow Just in case you have missed a hidden object in your lawn be sure to wear protectiv...

Page 28: ...25 Drive Clutch Lever HRM275SDA 25 Gear Shift Lever HRM215SDA 26 Stopping the Engine 26 Safe Mowing Practices 27 Slopes 27 Obstacles 28 Gravel and Loose Objects 28 Mowing Tips 29 When to Mow 29 Cutting Height 29 Cutting Width 30 Blade Speed 30 Blade Sharpness 30 Dry Grass 31 Wet Grass 31 Fallen Leaves 31 If the Mower Deck Clogs 31 Mowing Patterns 32 23 ...

Page 29: ...tle lever to the FAST position 2 Pull back on the flywheel brake lever and hold it against the handlebar I 3 HRMPlSSDA Release the drive clutch lever If the drive clutch lever is engaged the mower will move forward when you operate the starter 4 Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Return the rope gently Keep your hands and feet away from the mower deck at all ...

Page 30: ...AST position but do not try to increase the preset engine speed Drive Clutch Lever HRM215SDA To propel the mower move the drive clutch lever up and hold it against the handlebar Release the drive clutch lever to stop the mower drive Operate the drive clutch lever with a quick and complete motion so the drive clutch is always either fully engaged or released This helps to extend the service life of...

Page 31: ...ay back You can shift gears without releasing the drive clutch lever page 25 but the transmission may not shift smoothly if the mower is pulling hard For smoother operation release the drive clutch lever before shifting gears Stopping the Engine 1 Release the drive clutch lever HRM215SDA 2 Move the throttle lever to the FUEL OFF position This turns the fuel valve off 3 Release the flywheel brake l...

Page 32: ... run with the mower Be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground If stuck do not kick or shove the mower with your foot Use the handlebar to control the mower Slopes Mow across slopes not up and down Avoid steep slopes more than 209 and be careful when changing direction Mowing on a slope when the grass is damp or wet could cause you to slip fall and lose control of the mower MAXIMUM SLOPE 2...

Page 33: ...blades can become dangerous projectiles Thrown objects can cause serious injury Inspect the blades regularly and do not operate the mower with worn or damaged blades If the blades hit something or if the mower starts to vibrate stop the engine immediately and check for damage Striking objects may damage the blades bend the crankshaft and or break the mower deck or other components Vibration usuall...

Page 34: ...recommendations 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 lawn Let the grass recover between mowings Your mower will work better and iiFUGH TOO SHORT your lawn will look better If your grass gets too tall cut it once at the highest cutting height setti...

Page 35: ...se the FAST throttle setting and keep the engine running at maximum rpm If engine speed drops that means the blades are trying to cut too much grass Mow a narrower swath move the mower more slowly or raise the cutting height THROTTLE LEVER Blade Sharpness Sharp blades cut cleanly Dull blades tear the grass leaving shredded ends that turn brown When your blades don t cut cleanly anymore have them s...

Page 36: ...s clippings will clog the mower deck and collect in clumps on the lawn Always wait for wet grass to dry before mowing Fallen Leaves If you want to mulch fallen leaves into your lawn don t let the leaf cover get too deep before you begin For best results start mulching while grass still shows through the leaf cover If the Mower Deck Clogs Before clearing a clogged mower deck stop the engine move th...

Page 37: ...lawn has an irregular shape or many obstacles divide it into sections where you can use counterclockwise mowing BAGGING Bagging requires the grass bag that is optional for HRM215 mowers Use a clockwise mowing pattern This will give the best bagging performance leaving the least amount of clippings on the lawn SIDE DISCHARGE MOWING MULCHING PAlTERN A side discharge chute is optional BAGGING SIDE DI...

Page 38: ...TRANSPORTING THE MOWER This section explains how to load and carry your mower safely Before Loading 34 Loading and unloading 34 33 ...

Page 39: ...he 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 rope or straps and block the wheels Keep the tie down rope or straps away from the controls adjustment levers cables and the carburetor The handlebar can be folded so the mower will take up less space If unloading the HRM21SSD...

Page 40: ...tem 37 Source of Emissions 37 Proper Maintenance is the Owner s Responsibility 37 Maintenance Schedule 39 Engine Maintenance 40 Engine Oil Change 40 Air Cleaner Service 42 Spark Plug Service 43 Spark Arrester Service optional equipment 45 Carburetor Adjustment 46 Carburetor Modification for High Altitude 46 Control Cable Adjustments 47 Flywheel Brake Lever Cable Adjustment 47 Drive Clutch Cab e Ad...

Page 41: ...intenance or indoor storage 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 engine before making any inspection or repair If you must run the engine do it outdoors or provide adequate ventilation If you start feeling drowsy stop the engine immediately and ge...

Page 42: ...settings and other systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Proper Maintenance is the Owner s Responsibility Replacement parts Honda recommends only the use of new genuine Honda parts or their equivalent The use of other replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may impair the effectiveness of your emission control system Maintenance Follow...

Page 43: ...l Altering or defeating the governor linkage or speed adjusting mechanism to cause the engine to operate outside its design parameters Problems that may affect emissions If you are aware of any of the following symptoms have your engine inspected and repaired by your authorized Honda engine dealer l Hard starting or stalling after starting l Rough idle l Misfiring or backfiring under load l Afterb...

Page 44: ... lawn mower dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient Refer to the Honda shop manual Tuneup Specifications I ITEM I SPECIFICATION I PAGE I ISpark plug gap 1 7o EO mm 0 0284031 in I 44 I Carburetor idle speed 2 000 150 rpm I 46 I Valve clearance I IN 0 10 f 0 03 mm cold I See your Honda EX 0 13 k 0 03 mm cold lawnmower dealer I Other specifications No other adjustments...

Page 45: ...in through the filler neck Allow the oil to drain completely Please dispose of used engine oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take used engine oil in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation Do not throw used engine oil in the trash or pour it on the ground 4 Fill with the recommended oil Do not overfill measure the oi...

Page 46: ...mt m 5 After changing the engine oil and before starting the engine check the oil level with the mower on a level surface a Wipe the dipstick 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 dipstick Do not overfill 1 1 NOTICE 1 Running the engine with a l...

Page 47: ...nscrew 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 and replace them if they are damaged 4 Clean the filters Paper filter Tap the filter several times on a hard surface to remove dirt or blow compressed air not exceeding 207 kPa 30 psi through the filter fro...

Page 48: ...istor NGK BP5ES BPRSES ND I Wl GWP U I WlGEPR U 1 CHAMPION N12Y RNlPY l Resistor spark plugs reduce interference with radio and TV reception piq An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage For good performance the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits 1 Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area 2 Remove the spark plug with a 21 mm 13 16...

Page 49: ...spark plug seats tighten with a 21 mm 13 l 6 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 installing a new spark plug tighten l 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 0 7 08 mm 0 028403 INOTICEI A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening the spark plug can damage the ...

Page 50: ... functioning 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 Check for carbon deposits on the spark arrester and the exhaust port Brush carbon deposits away Be careful to avoid damaging the spark arrester screen 5 Install the spark arrester in the muffle...

Page 51: ... readjusting the pilot screw If you always operate the mower at altitudes higher than 1 800 meters 6 000 feet above sea level have an authorized 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 effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if n...

Page 52: ...ts 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 Move the throttle to FAST Release the flywheel brake lever the engine should stop quickly If the flywheel brake does not operate properly with the correct cable adjustment take the mower to an authorized Honda Lawn Mower dealer for repair LOCK 47 ...

Page 53: ...nch 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 drive clutch engages and releases properly 4 If the drive clutch does not operate properly with correct cable adjustment repair may be needed Take the mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer 14 mm 0 04 0 16 in CLUTC...

Page 54: ...til it contacts the stop post on the carburetor 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 The choke arm should move clockwise until it contacts the stop post on the carburetor LE Push the choke arm with your finger to verify that it has moved as far as it will go 3 If the choke arm does not move all the way t...

Page 55: ...he transmission shifts smoothly and completely into both gears 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 alignment 3 Verify that the lever operates smoothly 4 Start the engine and verify that the shift lever engages 1st and 2nd gear by engaging the drive clutch lever Readjust if necessa...

Page 56: ...aler BLADE REPLACEMENT Use genuine Honda replacement blades or their equivalent Blade Removal 1 With the throttle in the FUEL OFF position and the spark plug cap disconnected tilt the mower to the right side so the carburetor side is up This will help to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor flooding 2 Remove the two blade bolts with a 14 mm socket wrench Use a wooden block to p...

Page 57: ...ot be replaced with other bolts 3 Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning when tightening the bolts Blade bolt torque 49 59 Nom 36 43 ft lb If you do not have a torque wrench have an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer tighten the blade bolts before you use the mower If the blade bolts are overtightened they could break If the blade bolts a...

Page 58: ...TROUBLESHOOTING This section shows what to check if you have a problem with your mower Engine Problems 54 Engine will not start 54 Loss of power 54 Vibration Problems 55 Mowing Mulching Problems 55 53 ...

Page 59: ... Clean gap or replace spark plug p 43 Spark plug wet with fuel flooded engine Fuel filter clogged carburetor 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 1 LOSSOFPOWER 1 POSSIBLECAUSE 1 CORRECTION 1 Check under mower deck 2 Check air filters 3 Check fuel...

Page 60: ...e forward speed 3 Check cutting height adjustment levers 4 Check mower deck and blades CORRECTION Tighten loose blade bolts Replace damaged blades P 52 Take mower to Honda lawn mower dealer or refer to shop manual POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION Engine speed is too Move throttle lever to slow to cut well the FAST position P 25 Mower is moving too Shift to slow speed fast for lawn conditions HRM215SDA p ...

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Page 62: ... explains how to protect your mower from rust and corrosion and ensure that it will start easily when you want to use it again Storage preparation 58 Cleaning 58 Fuel 59 Engine Oil 61 Storage 62 Removal From Storage 63 57 ...

Page 63: ...he 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 on a hot engine Cooling the engine too quickly can cause damage 3 Try to keep water away from controls cable ends wheel hubs transmission and all other places that are difficult to dry if water enters as water m...

Page 64: ...age temperatures and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few months or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when you filled the fuel tank The Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cover fuel system d...

Page 65: ...h gasoline Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive and you can be burned or seriously injured when refueling l Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away l Refuel only outdoors l Wipe up spills immediately 1 Add gasoline stabilizer following manufacture s instructions 2 After adding a gasoline stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced t...

Page 66: ...fueling l Stop engine and keep heat sparks and flame away l Refuel only outdoors 2 Move the throttle to the FAST position This will allow fuel in the fuel tank to drain through the carburetor bowl 3 Reinstall the drain bolt igine Oil 1 Change the engine oil see page 40 2 Remove the spark plug see page 40 Pour a tablespoon 5 10 cc of clean engine oil into the cylinder Pull the starter rope several ...

Page 67: ...reas with high humidity because that promotes rust and corrosion Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank leave the throttle in the FUEL OFF position to 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 folded for compact storage 1 Loosen the handlebar locking knobs 2 Spread the lower ends...

Page 68: ...sion Removal From Stoiage Check your mower as described in the BEFORE MOWING chapter of this manual If the fuel was drained during 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 causing hard starting If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage pr...

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Page 70: ...SPECIFICATIONS This section gives dimensions capacities and other technical information Mower Models 66 Dimensions and General Specifications 66 Engine 67 Transmission HRMPl SSDA 67 65 ...

Page 71: ...idth at Mower Deck Cutting Width Cutting Height Dry Weight Handlebar high 1505 mm 59 4 in Handlebar mid 1580 mm 82 6 in Handlebar low 1635 mm 643 s in Handlebar folded 1062 mm 41 13 1sin Handlebar high 1040 mm 4O s in Handlebar mid 985 mm 3813 1s in Handlebar low 925 mm 36 1s in Handlebar folded 483 mm 19 in 580 mm 2213 s in 530 mm 21 in 25 mm 1 in 38 mm 1 12 in 51 mm 2 in 64 mm 2 12 in 77 mm 3 in...

Page 72: ... 150 rpm CDI Regular NGK BP5ES ND Wl GEP U Champion N12Y Resistor NGK BPR5ES ND WlGEPR U Chamoion RN1 2Y Spark Plus Gao 1 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Fuel Fuel Tank Capacity Engine Oil Engine Oil Capacity Use regular gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher p 20 Unleaded gasoline is recommended 1 Of O 26 US gal 0 22 Imp gal SAE 1OW 30 is recommended for general all temperature use p 40 0 6...

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Page 74: ...MATION 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 70 Honda Publications 75 Customer Service Information 76 69 ...

Page 75: ...djustment B Blade checking before mowing 17 removal installation 51 safety information 2 speed when mowing 30 torque specification 52 C Cable Adjustments 47 Carburetor adjustment 46 Checking your lawn 16 your mower 17 Choke Throttle 17 Cleaning tips 58 Control locations 8 Customer Service Information 76 Cutting height adjustment levers 13 for mowing 29 D 70 ...

Page 76: ... location 9 specifications 67 starting procedure 24 stopping 26 troubleshooting 54 F Filters Air cleaner 22 Flywheel brake lever cable adjustment 47 operation 11 position for starting 24 Frame serial number location 9 Fuel capacity 19 draining the tank 61 fueling the mower 19 oxygenated fuels 21 recommendations 20 storage tips 59 using a stabilizer 60 G 71 ...

Page 77: ... Fuel Gear shift lever cable adjustment 50 positions when mowing 26 settings 10 H Handlebar adjusting height 12 folding for storage 12 Height adjustment See Cutting height I Idle speed 46 L Lawn check before mowing 16 Loading for transport 34 ...

Page 78: ...ing a clog 31 Mowing blade speed sharpness 30 cutting width 30 dry grass 31 fallen leaves 31 obstacles 28 patterns 32 tips 29 wet grass 31 when to mow 29 Mulching tips 29 troubleshooting 55 0 Oil capacity 40 changing 40 checking level 18 P Problem See Troubleshooting Publications 75 I 73 ...

Page 79: ...tenance schedule Shift lever gear See Gear shift lever Slope maximum angle 27 guidelines 27 Spark arrester service 45 Spark plug gap 44 service 43 types 43 Specifications 65 66 67 68 engine 67 general 66 mower models 66 transmission 67 Starting the engine See Engine starting procedure Storage oil draining 61 preparation 58 removal from 63 storing the lawn mower 62 74 ...

Page 80: ...oting 53 54 55 56 V Vibration troubleshooting 55 Honda Publications These publications will give you additional information for maintaining and repairing your mower You may order them from your Honda lawn mower dealer Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Parts Catalog This manual provides complete illustrated ...

Page 81: ... If you 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 Division Customer Service Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth GA 30136 2565 Or telephone 404 497 6400 When you write or call please give us this information l Model and serial numbers l Name of th...

Page 82: ...his 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 Mod...

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