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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

(*) The power rating of the engine indicated in this document is the net power output tested on a production engine for the engine model

GCV170H and measured in accordance with SAE J1349 at 3 600 min

-1

 (Net Power). Mass production engines may vary from this

value. Actual power output for the engine installed in the final machine will vary depending on numerous factors, including the

operating speed of the engine in application, environmental conditions, maintenance, and other variables.

(**) Values for a machine equipped with a grass catcher, in a grass collector position.

(***)The CO2 measurement results from testing over a fixed test cycle under laboratory conditions a(n) (parent) engine representative of

the engine type (engine family) and shall not imply or express any guarantee of the performance of a particular engine.

MODEL

HRX476C2

TYPES

VKEH

VYEH

HYEH

QYEH

GENERAL CHARACTERISTICS

Description code

MBYF

Function

Cutting of grass 

Dimensions L x W x h 

mm

1 580 x 530 x 995

1 610 x 530 x 1 035

1 445 x 497 x 980

Dry weight

kg

39

42

44

42

Track FR/RR 

mm

430 / 453

420 / 393

Cutting width

mm

470

Cutting heights settings

mm

 7 positions (25 to 79 mm)

5 positions (19 to 58 mm)

Rear/Front wheel diameter 

mm

212 / 212

100 / 200

Grass catcher capacity

69

73

Sound pressure level at operator’s ears (in accordance 
with EN ISO5395-2:2013 + A1:2016 + A2:2017)

dB(A)

79.80

78.30

77.70

79.60

Measuring uncertainty

dB(A)

1

Measured sound power level (in accordance 
with directives 2000/14/EC, 2005/88/EC)

dB(A)

93.20

92.32

92.02

92.82

Measuring uncertainty

dB(A)

2.11

1.64

1.59

0.98

Sound power level guaranteed (in accordance 
with directives 2000/14/EC, 2005/88/EC)

dB(A)

95

94

Vibration test (in accordance with 
EN ISO5395-2:2013 + A1:2016 + A2:2017)(**)

m/s

2

5.93

4.56

4.19

5.58

Measuring uncertainty 
(EN12096: 1997 Annex D)

m/s

2

0.59

0.58

0.76

0.86

ENGINE

Model

GCV170H

Type

Air-cooled overhead valve 4-stroke engine

Displacement cc

166

Bore x Stroke 

mm

60.0 x 59.0

Cooling

Forced air

Lubrication

Spray lubrication

Compression ratio

8.0 : 1

Net power (*) 

kW/min

-1

3.6 / 3 600

Nominal power

kW/min

-1

3.1 / 2 800

Operating speed

min

-1

2 800 

Idle speed

min

-1

1 700 ± 150

Ignition

Transistorised magneto ignition

Spark plug

NGK : BPR5ES

Electrode gap

mm

0.7 to 0.8

Air cleaner

Dry (paper) type

Recommended fuel

Unleaded petrol E10

Fuel tank capacity

0.91

Fuel consumption

/h

1.2

Running time on tank of fuel (*)

h

0.8

Recommended oil

SAE 5W-30, 10W-30

Engine oil capacity

0.40

Carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions(***)

Please refer to "CO2 Information List" on www.honda-engines-eu.com/co2

TRANSMISSION

Type 

Variable speed

Hydrostatic

1 Speed fix type

Engine to drive

V-belt

Final transmission

Gear

Chain

Number of speeds

Continuous variation

Single speed

Forward speed

m/s

0 ~ 1.4

1.0

Lubrication

Oil bath and splash

Recommended oil

SAE 10W30 API Grade SL / SJ

Honda HST

15W40

Oil capacity

cc

150

140

100

+    0
- 100

Summary of Contents for HSS2031

Page 1: ... document provided by your dealer No reproduction even partial may be made of this publication without prior written authorisation SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS For your own safety and operating comfort it is highly recommended that you read this manual in full Pay attention to these symbols and their meaning Indicates a high risk of severe personal injury or death if instructions are not followed CAUTION I...

Page 2: ...er Tampering with the engine voids the EU type approval of this engine Do not connect an extension to the muffler Do not modify the intake system Do not adjust the governor A7 The machine is equipped with safety devices that must never be modified or removed otherwise the warranty may be void and the manufacturer released from any liability Always check that the safety devices work before using th...

Page 3: ...before restarting and operating the lawnmower again If lawnmower starts to vibrate abnormally Check immediately the cause of the vibration and perform the necessary repair C20 Stop the engine in the following cases Whenever you leave the lawnmower unattended Before refuelling C21 Stop the cutting means models equipped with Rotostop or the engine in the following cases When installing or removing t...

Page 4: ...13 14 15 Honda France Manufacturing S A S Rue des Châtaigniers Pôle 45 45140 Ormes France 12 CONTROLS FUNCTIONS 16 Handle 17 Cutting means control lever Rotostop Couple and stops the cutting means 18 Lever for adjusting the cutting height Selects the desired cutting height 19 Folding knob adjusting the handle Allows you to adjust the height of the handle or to fold the handle 20 Cutting means cont...

Page 5: ... is correctly positioned as shown To assemble the grass catcher please refer to page 16 CHECKING THE GRASS CATCHER Before use ensure that the grass catcher closing device is correctly locked discharge cover Even in normal use the grass catcher tends to wear Regularly check that it is not frayed or torn A worn out grass catcher must be replaced Replace a damaged grass catcher with Honda Genuine par...

Page 6: ... from an unfamiliar station first determine if the petrol contains alcohol if it does find out the type and percentage of alcohol used If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms while using a particular petrol Switch to a petrol that you know contains less than the recommended amount of alcohol CHECKING THE AIR CLEANER CAUTION Operating the engine without an air filter with a damaged air fil...

Page 7: ...uited to the use of the lawn leisure sport 5 cm or more ornamental 1 to 3 cm Only some species of lawn can endure short cuts If a lawn is cut too short it is fragile and susceptible to dryness Please ask the advice of a specialist CHECKING ENGINE OIL LEVEL CAUTION The engine oil is an essential element which affects the performance and lifetime of the engine The engine may be seriously damaged if ...

Page 8: ... A and repeat the operations previously mentioned under the heading STARTING THE ENGINE OPERATING HINTS AND TIPS USING THE LAWNMOWER AT HIGH ALTITUDES At high altitudes the standard fuel air mixture in the carburetor is much too rich this will reduce performance and increase fuel consumption It is possible to improve the high altitude performance by fitting the carburetor with a smaller diameter j...

Page 9: ...e to refrain from using the forward drive while mowing in areas with a narrow surface lanes borders etc Likewise the Select Drive control can be used to move the lawnmower without engaging the cutting means control CAUTION Move the cutting means control lever quickly from one end of its travel to the other so that the cutting means is always either fully engaged or fully disengaged This is to avoi...

Page 10: ...d reinstall the spark plug Start the engine with the throttle lever in FAST position page 9 Fuel tank vent blocked carburettor clogged or ignition faulty Maintenance of these points must be carried out by a servicing dealer The cutting means brake lever is not firmly held against the handle models fitted The cutting means brake lever must be held firmly against the handle for starting the engine p...

Page 11: ...al times 2 We recommend that the spark plug be screwed down as far as possible by hand until finger tight then use a plug spanner to tighten it by an extra 1 8 or 1 4 turn 3 Check the level and condition of the engine oil 3 4 Fill the fuel tank and start the engine NOTE If the cylinder has been coated with oil the engine will smoke on start up This is normal TRANSPORT TRANSPORTING THE LAWNMOWER Do...

Page 12: ...MATION FIND AN AUTHORIZED DEALER Please refer to the European Internet site http www honda eu com CURRENT PARTS OPTIONAL ATTACHMENT AND CONSUMABLES To buy one of the original parts listed below or any other part please contact an authorized Honda dealer For your safety it is strictly prohibited to install any other attachment than the ones listed above and especially designed for your lawnmowers m...

Page 13: ... EN ISO5395 2 2013 A1 2016 A2 2017 dB A 79 80 78 30 77 70 79 60 Measuring uncertainty dB A 1 Measured sound power level in accordance with directives 2000 14 EC 2005 88 EC dB A 93 20 92 32 92 02 92 82 Measuring uncertainty dB A 2 11 1 64 1 59 0 98 Sound power level guaranteed in accordance with directives 2000 14 EC 2005 88 EC dB A 95 94 Vibration test in accordance with EN ISO5395 2 2013 A1 2016 ...

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