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Page 3: ...es a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed CAUTION Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not follow...

Page 4: ...RATION CHECKS 10 5 OPERATION 14 Starting the Engine 14 l Mowing 16 l Flooded Engine 18 l Stopping the Engine 18 High altitude operation 19 Cutting Height Adjurstment 20 l Grass Bag 21 6 TRANSPORTING S...

Page 5: ...identally and inspect the mower for damage Replace any damaged parts before continuing to mow Protect yourself by wearing long trousers and appropriate shoes Don t wear loose fitting clothing or sanda...

Page 6: ...WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS...

Page 7: ...DANGER KEEPHANDS and FEETAWAY I 5...

Page 8: ...2 COlVlPONENT IDENTIFICATION DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER HANDLE 1 FU DISCH IARGE GUARD SHIFT LEVER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER 4PL1 SPARK PLUG I CUTTER DECK 6...

Page 9: ...OIL FILI 1 ROTO STOP BUTTON ROTO STOP LEVER THROTTLE LEVER RECOIL STARTER r AIR CLEANER DRAIN BOLT 7...

Page 10: ...lever handlebar blade into operation press the button on top of the and push the lever forward holding it against the The blade will stop wheh the ROTO STOP lever is released CAUTION To prevent damage...

Page 11: ...d push the ROTO STOP lever forward then push the drive lever forward the drive clutch lever will hold the ROTO STOP lever forward as shown When the drive clutch lever is used to hold the ROTO STOP for...

Page 12: ...ce classification SE or SF Motor oils classified SE or SF will show this designation on the container SAE low 40 is recommended for general all temperature use If single viscosity oil is used select t...

Page 13: ...r normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists consult your authorized Honda dealer Failure to do so is con sidered misuse and damage caused by misuse is not covered by Hon...

Page 14: ...ore than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors NOTE l Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered unde...

Page 15: ...llow the cleaning procedure described on page 29 WING NUTS AIR CLEANER COVER PAPER ELEMENT FOAM ELEMENT 4 Check the grass bag Check the grass bag for fraying tears and clogged mesh Wash the bag with w...

Page 16: ...tarting the Engine rmml Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Never run the mower in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation 1 Turn the fuel valve ON 2 Move the throttle leve...

Page 17: ...ter grip or damage may result 5 After the engine warms up move the throttle lever to HI Push the ROTO STOP lever forward to put the cutting blade into operation NOTE If the engine is warm or the air t...

Page 18: ...den objects could be thrown by the blade Keep all four wheels on the ground l Mow across slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes CAUTION Use extra care when mowing around objects to keep the blade...

Page 19: ...careful when changing the direction of the mower on a slope l Do not use the mower on a slope of more than20 l Always set the gear shift lever in 1st while mowing on a slope X l When mowing on an une...

Page 20: ...and dry it When reinstalling the plugs thread it in by hand until it seats Then tighten it an additional l 8 l 4 turn with the spark plug wrench to compress the washer 3 Move the throttle to HI turn o...

Page 21: ...her than 6 000 feet above sea level have your authorized Honda Rotary Mower dealer perform these car buretor modifications Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horsepower will decrease ap prox...

Page 22: ...levers toward the wheels and move them up or down to raise or lower cutting height Adjust all four wheels to the same height m Be careful not to touch the muffler when adjusting the right front wheel...

Page 23: ...g wash it with water and make sure it is dry before using it Clogged mesh will result in poor grass cutting and a wet bag will clog quickly Removal 1 Stop the engine 2 Raise the discharge guard grasp...

Page 24: ...orting Turn the fuel valve OFF when transporting the mower c ml To avoid fuel and oil spillage do not tilt the unit spilled fuel may ignite I FUEL VALVE I 1 Remove the grass bag p 21 2 Move the shift...

Page 25: ...wer in its normal horizontal position with the 4 wheels on the bed of the truck l Use a loading ramp or work with another person while loading or unloading l Set the loading ramp so that its inclinati...

Page 26: ...ain the carburetor C Retighten the drain bolt connect the fuel tube and turn the fuel valve OFF cmm Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames...

Page 27: ...a dry dust free area Removal from Storage 1 Remove the spark plug check that it is clean and properly gapped p 32 Pull the starter rope several times 2 Thread the spark plug in as far as possible by h...

Page 28: ...pection and adjustment of the Honda HRA216 are essential if high level performance is to be maintained Regular maintenance will also help to extend service life The required service intervals and the...

Page 29: ...ently when used in dusty areas 21 These items should be serviced by an authorized lawn mower unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For profes...

Page 30: ...PER LEVEL CAUTION Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in con tact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is st...

Page 31: ...to check whether it is all the way to the right CHOKE ARM THROTTLE LEVER 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the control cable lock nuts and move the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock...

Page 32: ...acked or chipped 3 Measure the plug gap with a wire type feeler gauge it should be 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode carefully 4 Make sure the sealing washer...

Page 33: ...ween 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the lock nuts and move the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play 1 3 Start the engine and operate the...

Page 34: ...the two 6 mm nuts and remove the muffler protector iden tification plate muffler and gasket 2 Remove the spark arrester from the muffler CAUTION Be careful not to damage the spark arrester screen 3 Ch...

Page 35: ...ile both ends evenly to maintain blade balance 4 After sharpening test the blade s balance using a screwdriver as shown If either side dips slightly below horizontal file that side Replace the blade i...

Page 36: ...n 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 After the pilot screw is co...

Page 37: ...Grass Bag Assembly 1 Insert the bag frame into the grass bag as shown 2 Hook the plastic edges of the grass bag onto the frame 37...

Page 38: ...30 5 Engine flooded p 18 6 Dirty air cleaner p 29 1 Dirt in gas tank 2 Dirty air cleaner p 29 3 Water in gas tank or carburetor 4 Vent in gas cap and or carburetor clogged i 1 Spark plug faulty or imp...

Page 39: ...pacity Spark plug 20 BTDC Transistorized magneto ignition 0 65 P 0 687 US qt 0 572 Imp qt 2 0 P 0 53 US gal 0 44 Imp gal BP5ESBPR5ES NGK Wl GEP U W1 GEPR U ND FRAME Dimensions Length x Width x Height...

Page 40: ...ct the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Customer Relations Department P O Box 50 Gardena California 90247 0805 T...

Page 41: ...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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