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DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY

Honda Power Equipment

This warranty is limited to the following Honda Power Equipment products when 
distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 
Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847, purchased at retail or placed in 
rental service on or after January 1, 2010.

(1) Length of warranty: The battery supplied with the lawn mower as standard, original 

equipment is covered by this warranty for a period of 12 months (private residential) 

or 3 months (commercial/rental/institutional use) from the date of original retail 

purchase.

(2) Private residential: Used in maintaining owner’s primary and/or secondary residence. 

Any other use, including but not limited to informal “for hire” use, is considered 

commercial/rental/institutional use.

(3) Limited lifetime warranty on mower deck is valid for the original purchaser for private 

residential use only.

To Qualify for This Warranty:

The product must be purchased in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. 

Virgin Islands from American Honda or a dealer authorized by American Honda to 

sell those products. This warranty applies to first retail purchaser and each 

subsequent owner during the applicable warranty time period, unless noted 

otherwise.

What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under Warranty:

American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be 

defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable 

warranty time period. Warranty repairs and replacements will be made without 

charge for parts or labor. Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property 

of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. All parts replaced under warranty will be 

considered as part of the original product, and any warranty on those parts will 

expire coincident with the original product warranty.

To Obtain Warranty Service:

You must, at your expense, take the Honda Power Equipment product, accessory, 
replacement part, apparel, or the power equipment on which the 
accessory or replacement part is installed, and proof of purchase to any Honda 
Power Equipment dealer in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the 
U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized to sell and/or service that product, during the 
dealer’s normal business hours. To locate a dealer near you, visit 
our web site at PowerEquipment.Honda.com and click on Find a Dealer.
If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty 
service you receive, contact the owner of the dealership involved; 
normally this will resolve the problem. However, if you should require further 
assistance, write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of 

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. See “How to Contact Honda” on 

page

 

22

.

Exclusions:

1.

 

Any damage or deterioration resulting from the following:

Neglect of the periodic maintenance as specified in this manual

Improper repair or maintenance

Operating methods other than those indicated in the product owner’s manual

Increasing engine speed beyond factory specification

The use of non-genuine Honda parts, accessories, lubricants, and fluids other
than those approved by Honda

Exposure of the product to soot and smoke, chemical agents, bird droppings,
sea water, salt or other corrosive environments

Collision, fuel contamination or deterioration, neglect, unauthorized alteration,
misuse, incorporation or use of unsuitable attachments or parts

Normal wear and tear (including, but not limited to, normal fading of painted or
plated surfaces, sheet peeling, and other natural deterioration)

2. Consumable parts: Honda does not warrant parts deterioration due to normal

wear and tear. The following parts are not covered by warranty (unless they are 
needed as a part of another warranted repair): spark plug, fuel filter, air cleaner 
element, clutch disc, tire, wheel bearing, recoil starter rope, cable, belt, cutter
blade, oil, and grease.

3. Cleaning, adjustment, and normal periodic maintenance work (carburetor

cleaning, engine oil draining, blade sharpening, belt and cable adjustments).

4. Any product that has ever been declared a total loss or sold for salvage by a

financial institution or insurer.

5. Auger and paddle 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:

American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, 

transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. 

Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written limited warranty. 

Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or 

do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so 

the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you 

specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to 
state.

Honda Parts, Accessories, and Apparel

This warranty is limited to Honda Power Equipment parts, accessories, and 
apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., 4900 Marconi Drive, 
Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847.

To Qualify for This Warranty:

The parts, accessories, or apparel must be purchased from American Honda or a 

dealer authorized by American Honda to sell those products in the United States, 

Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Parts and Accessories must be 

purchased for installation on original Honda equipment or engines to be eligible for 

warranty coverage. Installing parts and accessories on non-Honda products or 

engines voids this warranty. 
You must be the first retail purchaser. This warranty is not transferable to 
subsequent owners.

What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under Warranty:

American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any Honda Power Equipment 
parts, accessories, replacement parts, or apparel that are proven to be defective in 
material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable warranty time 
period. Anything replaced under warranty becomes the property of American 
Honda Motor Co., Inc. The warranty on all parts, accessories, and apparel 
replaced under warranty will expire coincident with the original warranty on the 
replaced parts, accessories, or apparel.
Parts and accessories installed by a dealer who is authorized by American Honda 
to sell them will be repaired or replaced under warranty without charge for parts or 
labor. If installed by anyone else, parts and accessories will be repaired or replaced 
under warranty without charge for parts, but any labor charges will be the 
responsibility of the purchaser. 

Apparel will be repaired or replaced under warranty without any charge.

To Obtain Warranty Service:

You must, at your expense, take the Honda Power Equipment part, accessory, 
apparel or the Honda Power Equipment on which the part or accessory is installed, 
and proof of purchase to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States, 
Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized to sell that product, during 
the dealer's normal business hours. To locate a dealer near you, visit our web site 
at PowerEquipment.Honda.com and click on Find a Dealer. 
If you are unable to obtain warranty service or are dissatisfied with the warranty 
service you receive, contact the owner of the dealership involved; normally this will 
resolve the problem. However, if you should require further assistance, write or call 
the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor 
Co., Inc. See “How to Contact Honda” on 

page 22

.

Exclusions:

This warranty does not extend to parts, accessories, or apparel affected or 
damaged by collision, normal wear, use in an application for which the product was 
not designed or any other misuse, neglect, incorporation or use of unsuitable 
attachments or parts, unauthorized alteration, improper installation, or any causes 
other than defects in material or workmanship of the product. Installing parts and 
accessories on non-Honda products or engines voids this warranty.

Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied 

Warranties:

American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, 
or the power equipment on which the product is installed, transportation, 
commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. Any implied 
warranties are limited to the duration of this written warranty. Some states do not 
allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and/or do not allow the 
exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above 
exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. 
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights 
which vary from state to state.

PWL50623-X

PRODUCTS COVERED 

BY THIS WARRANTY

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

(1)

 

(from date of original retail purchase)

PRIVATE 

RESIDENTIAL

(2)

COMMERCIAL/RENTAL/

INSTITUTIONAL

HRX Mower and deck

(3)

60 months

3 months

PRODUCTS COVERED 

BY THIS WARRANTY

LENGTH OF WARRANTY 

(from date of original retail purchase)

PRIVATE 

RESIDENTIAL

COMMERCIAL/RENTAL/

INSTITUTIONAL

Parts

6 months

3 months

Battery

6 months

3 months

Accessories

12 months

3 months

Apparel

6 months

3 months

Summary of Contents for HRX217HZAA

Page 1: ... Clip Director 5 Control Cable Adjustments 15 Specifications 20 Rear Shield 5 Charging the Battery 16 AVOIDING FUEL RELATED PROBLEMS 21 Grass Bag 6 Optional Battery Charger 16 CUSTOMER INFORMATION 22 Cutting Height Adjustment 6 Replacing the Battery 16 Parts Accessories and Service Items 22 Check the Oil Level 6 TRANSPORTING 16 Dealer Locator Information 22 Add Fuel 7 STORAGE 17 How to Contact Hon...

Page 2: ...ad judgments can result in serious injuries Your child must be big enough strong enough and have the coordination necessary to comfortably reach and operate the controls Anyone who takes unnecessary risks and doesn t obey rules should not operate this lawn mower Safety Label Locations These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury Read them carefully If a label comes off ...

Page 3: ... 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 SHIFT LEVER P 9 orange REAR DISCHARGE GUARD P 5 FUEL TANK CAP P 7 MUFFLER P 14 STARTER MOTOR HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOB 2 P 3 RECOIL STARTER GRIP P 9 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER 4 P 6 GRASS BAG P 6 AIR FIL...

Page 4: ...stand this manual Know what the controls do and how to operate them Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and its operation before you begin using it Know how to quickly shut off the lawn mower in case of an 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 cond...

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: ...djusting the cutting height To adjust cutting height pull each adjustment 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 he...

Page 7: ...s Most injuries and property damage with walk behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower The most common hazards are discussed below along with the best way to protect yourself and others 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 ru...

Page 8: ...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 that lifts and cuts grass more efficiently Do not try to increase the preset engine speed the blades could fracture and come apart Blade Control Lever To start blade rotation hold down the yellow button on top of the blade control lever ...

Page 9: ...l not be used for 3 to 4 weeks we recommend running the engine s carburetor out of fuel You can do this by leaving the fuel valve OFF restarting the engine and running it until it stops See AVOIDING FUEL RELATED PROBLEMS on page 21 if you don t plan to use your mower for a month or more 5 Clean your mower after each mowing refer to Cleaning on page 17 Mowing Tips When to Mow Most grasses should be...

Page 10: ...asks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your mower under severe conditions such as sustained high load high temperature or unusually wet or dusty conditions consult your servicing dealer for recom...

Page 11: ... use or first 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 Engine oil Check O 6 Change O O 2 O O 13 Air filter Check O 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...

Page 12: ... 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 washers are speciall...

Page 13: ...l 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 filter after the...

Page 14: ...nstalling the old spark plug tighten 1 8 to 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats If installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats Spark plug torque 14 ft lb 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 Spark Arrester optional part ...

Page 15: ...ine stopped position the control cable bands the distances shown from the handlebar pivot pin as shown Pull the shift lever all the way back to the neutral position 2 Start the engine and move the throttle lever to the FAST position 3 Engage the drive clutch lever and confirm the following a Mower does not self propel b Mower begins to self propel or creeps very slowly forward when the shift lever...

Page 16: ...unting screws 2 Carefully remove the battery from the box and then pull the connector away from the terminals 3 Carefully position the battery in the case without pinching the wires The wires must be routed above the top side of the battery exactly as shown Replacing a Fuse The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 30 Amp and 3 Amp fuse If the 30 Amp fuse burns out the electric s...

Page 17: ...op several times to expel any residual water from the mechanism Stop the engine and allow it to cool After the lawn mower is clean and dry touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil Oil Change the engine oil page 13 if planned storage is 3 months or longer or when storing in a high humidity environment Add oil in the engine cylinder to prevent corrosion ...

Page 18: ...ck is clogged Clean out the mower deck page 17 Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter page 13 Bad fuel mower stored without treating gasoline or refueled with bad gasoline Refuel with fresh gasoline page 7 Fuel filter clogged carburetor malfunction ignition malfunction valves stuck etc Take the mower to an authorized Honda servicing dealer for repair Possible Cause Correction Grass ...

Page 19: ...echnologies to reduce evaporative emissions U S and California Clean Air Acts U S EPA and California regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenance of emissions control systems The following instructions and procedures must be followed in order to keep the emissions from your Honda engine within the emissions standards Tampering and A...

Page 20: ...c 1000 hours 225 cc and greater HRX217K6HZAA Honda rotary mower 21 inch mower deck self charging electric start Clip Director hydrostatic transmission blade brake clutch Auto Choke System Length 65 5 in 1 665 mm Width 23 1 in 588 mm Overall height 44 1 in 1 122 mm Dry mass 105 6 lb 47 9 kg Cutting width 20 9 in 530 mm Cutting heights 7 3 4 4 in 19 101 mm 1 1 4 inch 32 mm cutting height and handle ...

Page 21: ...t 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 your 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 will promote fuel deterioration Turn the fuel valve...

Page 22: ...erican Honda Motor Co Inc reserves the right however to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Available for purchase by...

Page 23: ...cial loss or any other incidental or consequential damage Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written limited warranty Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts and or do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific le...

Page 24: ...warranty repairs and must be provided without charge to the owner A list of warranted parts is shown in the table below All emission related parts are under warranty for the remainder of the warranty period Normal maintenance items such as spark plugs and filters that are on the warranted parts list are warranted up to their required replacement interval only Honda will also replace other engine c...

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Page 27: ...ect one Complete and mail the postage paid card shown below Complete and submit the on line form at powerequipment honda com Scan the QR code below and then complete and submit the on line form Print your 7 digit serial number here commercial rental users check one private homeowner use for hire use Owner s Last Name Company Name Address City Purchased Via First Name Telephone State ZIP Code Appli...

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