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Honda HRX217HYU, Owner'S Manual

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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, raise the

handlebar into the mowing position.

2. Align the adjust knobs with one of the three 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.

FUEL VALVE ON

FUEL VALVE OFF

SHIFT LEVER (P. 8)

REAR 
DISCHARGE 
GUARD (P. 5)

FUEL TANK 
CAP (P. 7)

MUFFLER
(P. 6)

OIL FILLER CAP 
(P. 13)

HANDLEBAR
ADJUST KNOB (2) 
(P. 4)

RECOIL
STARTER 
GRIP (P. 9)

CUTTING HEIGHT 
ADJUSTMENT 
LEVER (4) (P. 6)

GRASS BAG
(P. 6)

AIR FILTER 
(P. 13)

SPARK PLUG 
CAP (P. 14)

CARBURETOR

BLADE 
CONTROL 
LEVER (P. 8) 

CLIP DIRECTOR® 
KNOB (P. 5)

THROTTLE LEVER 
(P. 8)

BLADE CONTROL 
BUTTON (P. 8)

DRIVE CLUTCH 
LEVER (P. 8) 

Ref.
No.

Description

Qty.

Grass bag frame

1

Grass bag 

1

Engine oil and Owner’s manual

1

HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOBS

UNLOCKED

LOCKED

Take care not to kink 
the cables.

Summary of Contents for HRX217HYU

Page 1: ...6 INITIAL MOWER SETUP 3 Maintenance Schedule 11 Loss of Power 16 List of Parts 3 Blade Inspection 12 Vibration 16 Adjust the Handlebar 3 Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection 12 Mowing and Bagging Problems 16 Add Engine Oil 4 Blade Replacement 12 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 17 Assemble the Grass Bag 4 Oil Change 13 Serial Number Locations 17 BEFORE EACH OPERATION 4 Air Filter 13 High Altitude Operation 17 Chec...

Page 2: ...ssage 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 tools not toys As with any equipment bad ...

Page 3: ...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 FUEL VALVE ON FUEL VALVE OFF SHIFT LEVER P 8 REAR DISCHARGE GUARD P 5 FUEL TANK CAP P 7 MUFFLER P 6 OIL FILLER CAP P 13 HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOB 2 P 4 RECOIL STARTER GRIP P 9...

Page 4: ... 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 mower Make sure the lawn mower is on a level surface Look around and underneath the lawn mower for signs of oil or petrol leaks Look for signs of damage Check each control for proper operation Before using always visually inspect to se...

Page 5: ... of the lawn As the knob is moved towards the MULCH position more grass will be recycled back into the lawn Adjust the Clip Director knob until the desired result is achieved Rear Discharge To discharge clippings to the rear remove the grass bag and position the Clip Director knob in the BAG range Maximum rear discharge will occur when the Clip Director knob is all the way to the left BAG position...

Page 6: ...ent lever toward the wheel and move it into another notch Move all four adjustment levers to the same position forward for tall grass and rearward for short grass If you are not sure what cutting height 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 Check the Oil Level Check the engine oil level with ...

Page 7: ... the best way to protect yourself and others General Never cut grass while walking backwards Operate the mower only in daylight or good artificial 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 c...

Page 8: ...es bend the crankshaft and or break the mower deck or other components Vibration usually indicates serious trouble The LIMITED WARRANTY page 22 does not cover parts damaged by accidental impact collision Operating the Controls Throttle Lever For best cut quality always mow with the throttle lever in the FAST position When the blades rotate at the preset fast speed they create a strong fan action t...

Page 9: ...leaves you ll scalp the lawn Let the grass recover between mowings Your mower will work better and your lawn will look better Cutting grass that is too tall or mowing the lawn too quickly can clog the mower deck with grass and may cause the engine to stall If your grass gets too tall cut it once at the highest cutting height setting using a slow ground speed then mow again in 2 or 3 days Don t tak...

Page 10: ...able to your individual needs and use Remember that an authorised Honda servicing dealer knows your mower best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it To ensure the best quality and reliability use only new Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement Maintenance Safety Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceivab...

Page 11: ...month First 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 12 Blade mounting bolts Inspect O 12 Engine oil Check O 6 Change O O 2 O O 13 Air filter Check O 13 Clean O 1 O 1 O 1 Replace O Grass bag Check O 6 Blade control operation Check O O 8 Spark plug Check O 14 Replace O Blade c...

Page 12: ...mm 6 point socket wrench Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning when removing the bolts Remove the blades 5 Clean dirt and grass from around the blade mounting area 6 Install the sharpened or replacement blades using the two blade bolts and special washers as shown below Be sure to install the washers in the direction shown Always install both blades as a set The blade bolts and was...

Page 13: ...ys change the oil in accordance with the Maintenance Schedule page 11 Recommended oil for general use SAE 10W 30 Other viscosities shown 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 ...

Page 14: ...lug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats Spark plug torque 20 N m NOTICE A loose spark plug can overheat and damage the engine Overtightening the spark plug can damage the threads in the cylinder head 7 Install the spark plug cap on the spark plug Control Cable Adjustments Blade Control Cable Adjustment 1 Push the button down on the blade control lever and measure free play at the top of le...

Page 15: ...arter rope slowly until resistance is felt and then return the starter grip gently This will close the valves so moisture cannot enter the engine cylinder Cleaning Mower Deck Allow the engine to cool before washing Before washing the underside of the mower deck stop the engine and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position Rest the mower on its right side so the fuel cap side is up This will help to ...

Page 16: ... Honda servicing dealer for repair UNLOCKED Possible Cause Correction Throttle not set to FAST Move the throttle lever to the FAST position page 8 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 15 Air filter is clogged Clea...

Page 17: ...too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 610 metres with a modified carburetor 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 Engine Design and Performance Transmission Design and Performance Mainte...

Page 18: ...the air filter clean and properly serviced Check it before each use A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering the carburetor The small passages inside the carburetor can become blocked 3 to 4 Weeks Before Next Use Reason Keep the lawn mower s fuel tank full of fresh fuel when not in use Turn the fuel valve OFF If the fuel tank is only partially filled air in the tank wi...

Page 19: ...mobile please call 03 9270 1348 Monday to Friday 8 00 a m 7 00 p m EST 9 00 a m 1 00 p m Saturday enquire via weblink contact hondampe com au email customer relations honda com au website www hondampe com au When you write or call please give us this information Model and serial numbers page 17 Name of the dealer who sold the lawn mower to you Name and address of the dealer who services your lawn ...

Page 20: ...S USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 11 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 21: ... per TANK TOTAL HOURS USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 11 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 22: ... 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 con...

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