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DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY

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.

*Limited lifetime HRX mower deck warranty applies to lawn mowers 
purchased on or after November 1, 2006. Deck warranty is valid for 
the original purchaser 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 
the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the 
applicable warranty time period.

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 Company, 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 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, at 
your expense, 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. If you are 
unable to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with the warranty 
service you receive, take the following steps: First, 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.  

Exclusions:

This warranty does not extend to parts affected or damaged by 
collision, normal wear, fuel contamination or deterioration, 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, or any causes other than defects in 
material or workmanship of the product. 

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

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.

ACCESSORIES, REPLACEMENT PARTS, AND 
APPAREL WARRANTY

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:

1. The accessories, replacement parts, or apparel must be purchased 

from American Honda or a dealer, distributor, or distributor’s 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.

2. 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 power 
equipment 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 Company, 
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.

Accessories and replacement parts 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, accessories and replacement parts 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 take the Honda Power Equipment accessory, replacement 
part, apparel, or the power equipment on which the accessory or 
replacement part is installed, and proof of purchase, at your expense, 
to any Honda Power Equipment dealer in the United States, Puerto 
Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands who is authorized to service that 

PRODUCTS COVERED 
BY THIS WARRANTY

LENGTH OF WARRANTY 

(from date of original retail purchase)

Noncommercial/
Nonrental

Commercial/
Rental

HRX Lawn mowers

36 months

3 months

HRX Mower decks

Limited lifetime*

3 months

American Honda Motor Co., Inc. 

Power Equipment Division 
Customer Relations Office 

4900 Marconi Drive 

Alpharetta, GA   30005-8847

Telephone: (770) 497-6400

PRODUCTS 

COVERED BY THIS 

WARRANTY

LENGTH OF WARRANTY

(from date of original retail purchase)

Noncommercial/

Nonrental

Commercial/

Rental

Accessories

12 months

3 months

Replacement parts

6 months

3 months

Apparel

6 months

3 months

Summary of Contents for HRX217VKA

Page 1: ...y and safely Safety Messages preceded by a safety alert A symbol and one of three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These signal words mean 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 means CONTENTS For more informatio...

Page 2: ...IMPORTANT to Honda That s why we urge you to read this message before letting your child operate this lawn mower Lawn mowers are tools not toys As with any equipment bad judgments can result in serious injuries You can help prevent injuries or property damage by making good decisions about if when and how your child operates this equipment The first question you ll need to ask is whether your chil...

Page 3: ...e category SJ or later oil to bring the oil level between the upper and lower limit marks on the dipstick as shown Do not overfill the engine with oil If the engine is overfilled the excess oil may get transferred to the air cleaner housing and air filter After filling the engine with oil remove the hang tag near the recoil starter grip that says The engine has no oil A container of oil is in the ...

Page 4: ...Check the fuel level page 13 Starting with a full tank will help eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA For your safety and the safety of others always inspect the area before operating the lawn mower Objects Anything that can be picked up by the blades and thrown is a potential hazard to you and others Look for things like stones sticks nails and wire and...

Page 5: ... view or clean around the sliding door This will prevent contact with the rotating blades and prevent objects from being thrown into the discharge area Sliding Door Position The sliding door can be positioned to produce different mowing results If the preferred sliding door position is unknown install the grass bag and begin mowing with the Clip Director knob all the way to the BAG position Check ...

Page 6: ...replacement is explained on page 10 Installation 1 Raise the discharge guard and hook the grass bag onto the mower deck as shown 2 Release the discharge guard to secure the grass bag Removal 1 Raise the discharge guard grasp the grass bag handle and remove the grass bag 2 Release the discharge guard 3 When the grass bag is clear of the discharge guard you can lift it through the handlebar opening ...

Page 7: ...e control lever against the handlebar the engine will stop if you release the lever OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING Smart Drive Control Control position adjustment is described on page 5 With the engine running and the blades rotating slowly push the Smart Drive control to propel the mower forward Ground speed will increase as more pressure is applied to the Smart Drive control After maximum gro...

Page 8: ... 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 or high temperature operation or use in unusually wet or dusty conditions consult your servicing dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use Remember that an authorized H...

Page 9: ...installation Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands BLADE SHARPENING To avoid weakening the blades or causing imbalance or poor cutting the blades should be sharpened by trained staff at an authorized Honda servicing dealer BLADE REPLACEMENT Use Honda Genuine replacement blades or their equivalent page 18 Interval Item Before each use Inspect the blades page 9 Check the blade bolt torque page 10 ...

Page 10: ...torque 36 43 ft lb 49 59 N m If you do not have a torque wrench have an authorized Honda servicing dealer tighten the blade bolts before you use the mower If the blade bolts are overtightened they could break If the blade bolts are not tightened enough they could loosen or come out In either case it would be possible for the blades to fly off while you are operating the mower GRASS BAG CLEANING AN...

Page 11: ... to drain completely Please dispose of used motor oil and the container in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash pour it on the ground or pour it down a drain 4 Fill with the recommended oil Do not overfill Allow a couple of minutes for the oil to s...

Page 12: ...spark plug Spark Arrester Service optional equipment 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 authorized Honda servicing dealer See page 18 for part numbers The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 ...

Page 13: ...uitable loading ramp is not available two people should lift the mower onto 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 folde...

Page 14: ... problems 1 Add gasoline stabilizer following the manufacturer s instructions When adding a gasoline stabilizer fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline If only partially filled air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage 2 After adding a gasoline stabilizer run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the fuel syst...

Page 15: ...place the spark plug page 12 Spark plug wet with fuel flooded engine Dry and reinstall the spark plug 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 too tall or wet Raise the cutting height page 8 cut a narrower swath use a slower ground speed cut more frequently when...

Page 16: ...ons control systems to reduce the emissions of carbon monoxide oxides of nitrogen and hydrocarbons Additionally Honda fuel systems utilize components and control technologies to reduce evaporative emissions The U S California Clean Air Act and Environment Canada EPA California and Canadian regulations require all manufacturers to furnish written instructions describing the operation and maintenanc...

Page 17: ...gher page 13 Engine oil SAE 10W 30 API SJ or later page 11 Spark plug type NGK BPR5ES page 12 Maximum governed speed 2 950 3 100 rpm Shop manual Blade bolt torque 36 43 ft lb 49 59 N m page 10 Do not try to increase the engine speed above the maximum governed speed the blades could fracture and come apart Spark plug gap 0 028 0 031 in 0 7 0 8 mm page 12 Valve clearance cold Intake 0 15 0 04 mm Exh...

Page 18: ...intaining and repairing your lawn mower Shop Manual This manual covers complete maintenance and overhaul procedures It is intended to be used by a skilled technician Available through your Honda dealer or through Helm Inc at 888 292 5395 or visit www hondapowerequipment com products manuals Parts Catalog This manual provides complete illustrated parts lists and is available through your Honda deal...

Page 19: ...mited 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 ACCESSORIE...

Page 20: ...da Inc will be referred to as Honda Your Warranty Rights and Obligations California The California Air Resources Board and Honda are pleased to explain the emission control system warranty on your Honda Power Equipment engine In California new utility and lawn and garden equipment engines must be designed built and equipped to meet the State s stringent anti smog standards Other States U S Territo...

Page 21: ... However if you require further assistance write or call the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc Refer to page 18 for contact information Exclusions Failures other than those resulting from defects in material or workmanship are not covered by this warranty This warranty does not extend to emission control systems or parts which are affected or damaged by o...

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