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PARTS AND CONTROLS

INITIAL MOWER SETUP

List of Parts

With help from an assistant, carefully remove the mower and loose
parts from the carton and compare the loose parts against the
following list. Contact the authorised Honda dealer from whom you
purchased the mower if any of the loose parts shown are not included
with your mower.

Adjust the Handlebar

1. With the handlebar adjust knobs in the unlocked position,

carefully raise the handlebar into the mowing position



.

2. Align the adjust knobs with one of the two holes on each handle

stay. Setting the adjust knobs in the lowest holes raises the
handlebar to its highest position.

3. Turn the handlebar adjust knobs 90 degrees into the lock

position, making sure both sides are positioned at the same
height.

4. Remove all the cardboard from around the handlebar.

BLADE CONTROL LEVER

REAR DISCHARGE
GUARD

FUEL TANK CAP

MUFFLER

(P. 15)

OIL FILLER CAP

HANDLEBAR
ADJUST
KNOB (2)

RECOIL STARTER GRIP

REAR CUTTING
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER

GRASS BAG

AIR FILTER

SPARK PLUG
CAP

CARBURETOR

SMART DRIVE CONTROL

CLIP DIRECTOR

ROTO-STOP

®

BUTTON

(P. 8)

THROTTLE LEVER

HANDLEBAR

FRONT CUTTING
HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT
LEVER

FUEL VALVE ON

FUEL VALVE OFF

Ref. No.

Description

Qty.

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Grass bag

1



Grass bag frame

1



Engine oil

1



Owner’s manual

1











HANDLEBAR
ADJUST KNOBS

UNLOCKED

LOCKED

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Summary of Contents for HRN216VYU

Page 1: ...INFORMATION 18 Serial Number Locations 18 High Altitude Operation 18 Specifications 18 AVOIDING FUEL RELATED PROBLEMS 19 CUSTOMER INFORMATION 20 Parts Accessories and Service Items 20 Dealer Locator Information 20 How to Contact Honda 20 Honda Publications 20 SERVICE RECORD 21 LIMITED WARRANTY 23 OWNER S MANUAL HRN216VYU LAWN MOWER 2020 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved Before operat...

Page 2: ...ords DANGER WARNING or CAUTION Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury These signal words mean Damage Prevention Messages You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means Important Message to Parents The safety of children and adolescents is important to Honda Lawn mowers are powerful too...

Page 3: ... lowest holes raises the handlebar to its highest position 3 Turn the handlebar adjust knobs 90 degrees into the lock position making sure both sides are positioned at the same height 4 Remove all the cardboard from around the handlebar BLADE CONTROL LEVER P 8 REAR DISCHARGE GUARD P 5 FUEL TANK CAP P 7 MUFFLER P 15 OIL FILLER CAP P 6 HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOB 2 P 3 RECOIL STARTER GRIP REAR CUTTING HEI...

Page 4: ...nd its operation before you begin using it Learn how to stop the engine quickly in any emergency Check Your Mower For your safety and to maximize the service life of your lawn mower it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the lawn mower to check its condition Be sure to take care of any problem you find or have your servicing dealer correct it before you operate the lawn mowe...

Page 5: ... into the MULCH position Some grass accumulation in the discharge opening is normal when the Clip Director is in the MULCH position To remove this grass close the discharge guard set the Clip Director to the BAG position engage the blade control lever and start the engine Bag or Rear Discharge Release the lock and then set the Clip Director lever in the BAG position To discharge clippings to the r...

Page 6: ...t to select start with a high setting and check the appearance of the lawn after mowing a small area Then readjust the cutting height if necessary Refer to the Mowing Tips on page 9 for additional cutting height recommendations Check the Oil Level 1 Unscrew and remove the filler cap dipstick and wipe it clean 2 Insert and remove the dipstick without screwing it into the filler neck Check the oil l...

Page 7: ...ial light Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes carbon monoxide can collect Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating Do not operate the mower after consuming alcohol or drugs Avoid Rotating Blades Rotating blades can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers hands toes or feet Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running If you need to adju...

Page 8: ...p offs ditches or embankments You could lose your footing or balance If stuck do not kick or shove the mower with your foot Use the handlebar to control the mower Avoid Obstacles Gravel loose stones and landscaping material can be picked up by the mower and thrown many feet with enough force to cause serious personal injury and or property damage Stop the engine before pushing the mower across gra...

Page 9: ...This minimum run time will be longer if the temperature is below 21 C Stopping the Engine Turn the fuel off at the conclusion of mowing and reduce the throttle setting during engine run out 1 Release the blade control lever to stop blade rotation 2 Move the throttle lever to the STOP position to stop the engine 3 When you finish mowing turn the fuel valve OFF 4 If your mower will not be used for 3...

Page 10: ... for mowing adjust the front cutting height adjustment lever so the front of the mower deck is one or two settings higher than the rear 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 In places where fallen leaves completely cover the grass remove the leaves by ra...

Page 11: ...e in performing maintenance Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task Safety Precautions Stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before clearing blockages checking or working on the mower This will eliminate several potential hazards Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine Burns from hot...

Page 12: ...25 hours of use 50 hours of use or every 6 months 100 hours of use or every year 150 hours of use or every two years See page Rear shield Check O 5 Blades Inspect O 13 Blade mounting bolts Inspect O 13 Engine oil Check O 6 Change O O 2 O O 14 Air filter Check O 14 Clean O 1 O 1 O 1 Replace O Grass bag Check O O 5 Blade control operation Check O O 8 Spark plug Check O 15 Replace O Spark arrester op...

Page 13: ...loves and hold the blades with your hand to prevent the blades from turning when removing the bolts Remove the blades 5 Clean dirt and grass from around the blade mounting area and Roto Stop assembly 6 Install the sharpened or replacement blades using the blade bolts and special washers as shown Always install both blades as a set The blade bolts and washers are specially designed for this applica...

Page 14: ...n in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the recommended range The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container Honda recommends API service category SJ or later oil Air Filter Clean the air filter after the first 25 hours of use Thereafter clean the filter every 6 months or 50 hours of use Clean the filter more often when u...

Page 15: ...optional part The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed Your lawn mower engine is not factory equipped with a spark arrester In some areas it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester Check local laws and regulations An optional USDA approved spark arrester is available from an authorised Honda servicing dealer See Parts Accessories and S...

Page 16: ...e to carburetor flooding Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blades Remove any grass clippings from the underside of the mower deck paying attention to the areas surrounding the Clip Director shutter lever and housing Be careful to avoid getting water into controls and cables or anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler opening Engine Allow the engine to cool before washing Wash...

Page 17: ...ST Move the throttle lever to FAST page 7 Grass is too tall Raise the cutting height page 6 cut a narrower swath use a slower ground speed or cut more frequently Instead of mulching try rear discharging or bagging Mower deck is clogged Clean out the mower deck page 16 Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter page 14 Bad fuel mower stored without treating petrol or refueled with bad pe...

Page 18: ...retor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications Specifications Mower Features Dimensions and Weights Cutting height set at 27 mm and handlebar set in highest position Including grass bag Engine Design and Performance Transmission Design and Performance Maintenance...

Page 19: ...el deterioration 3 to 4 Weeks Before Next Use Reason Turn the fuel valve OFF and fill the mower s fuel tank If the fuel tank is only partially filled air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration With the fuel valve off start the engine and let it run until it runs out of petrol Running time should be approximately 3 minutes The small amount of petrol in your lawn mower s carburetor will deterio...

Page 20: ...le please call 03 9270 1348 Monday to Friday 8 30 a m 6 00 p m EST enquire via weblink contact hondampe com au email customer relations honda com au website www honda com au When you write or call please give us this information Model and serial numbers page 18 Name of the dealer who sold the lawn mower to you Name and address of the dealer who services your lawn mower Date of purchase Your name a...

Page 21: ...S USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 12 1st Month or 5 Hour Service Every 6 Months or 50 Hour Service 1st 25 Hour Service Every year or 100 Hour Service Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes ...

Page 22: ... per TANK TOTAL HOURS USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 12 Every 2 years or 150 Hour Service Next Service Next Service Next Service Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Sta...

Page 23: ...ddle assemblies of snow throwers tiller tines of roto tillers mower blades and mower deck housings are specifically not warranted against impact damage including but not limited to abrasive damage Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product transportation commercial loss or any other incidental or...

Page 24: ...HPE 2020 01 PRINTED IN U S A EM5 www hondampe com au ...

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