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CHARGING THE BATTERY (HMA type)
The lawn mower does not have an internal charging system. A plug-in
charger is provided to recharge the battery. Use the plug-in charger
after prolonged storage or anytime you notice a decrease in starter
motor speed.
To assure maximum reliability, the battery should be charged before
prolonged storage and charged again at the beginning of the mowing
season. Charge the battery in a dry, well-ventilated area where the
temperature is moderate.
WARNING:
Battery posts, terminals, and related accessories contain
lead and lead compounds.
Wash hands after handling.
1. Remove the battery cover by depressing the tabs located on the
sides and releasing the tab on top of the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the battery connector by depressing the connector tab
and pulling the battery connector from the harness connector,
which is located inside the battery case, above the battery.
3. Connect the battery connector to the charger supplied with the
mower.
NOTICE
Do not attempt to charge the battery with any charger other than the
one supplied with the mower. Use of a charger other than the one
supplied may result in damage to the electrical system or fire.
4. Plug the charger into a standard 120 Vac power outlet and let the
battery charge for 20 to 24 hours. The charger may become
slightly warm during charging. This is normal.
NOTICE
Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours or the battery
may be damaged. Disconnect the battery charger from the battery
before storing the lawn mower.
5. After the battery has charged, disconnect the charger and
reconnect the battery connector to the harness connector.
6. Replace the battery cover. Do not operate without the battery
cover installed.
Fuel
This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump
octane rating of 86 or higher.
We recommend refueling after each use to minimize the air present in
the fuel tank.
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine
has been running, allow it to cool first. Never refuel the engine inside a
building where gasoline fumes may reach flames or sparks.
Register Your Lawn Mower
If your dealer did not collect registration information from you, please
take a few minutes and register your purchase with Honda. This
allows us to contact you with any important updates regarding your
mower. Please note registration is not required to obtain warranty
service.
You can register by completing and mailing the included registration
card, or go online to www.hondapowerequipment.com and click on
Product Registration.
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WARNING
A battery can explode if you do not follow the correct
procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.
Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking materials away
from the battery.
X
40
40
TABS
BATTERY
COVER
BATTERY
CONNECTOR
HARNESS
CONNECTOR
CONNECTOR
TABS
X
40
BATTERY
CHARGER
BATTERY
CHARGER
CONNECTOR
PLUG INTO A
STANDARD
120 VAC
POWER
OUTLET.
BATTERY
CONNECTOR
HARNESS
CONNECTOR
