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OWNER’S MANUAL
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HRC7113 TruGear
Mid-size Commercial Mower
© 1998 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved
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The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time, and make sure the manual stays with the commercial mower if you sell it. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the commercial mower and should remain with the mower if resold. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at t
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r INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda commercial mower! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest lawn mowers on the market. We want to help you get the best results from your new mower and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a -1 symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your mowe
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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety and the safety of others is very important. And using this lawn mower safely is an important responsibility. To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to the potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a com
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INTRODUCTION Contents 2 A Few Words About Safety. ...... ......................... 3 ................. ......................... CONTENTS. 5 ............ ......................... MOWER SAFETY. ............. ......................... 5 Safety Information ......................... 6 Important Message to Employers. .. 7 ......................... Safety Label Locations. ......... 9 CONTROLS & INDICATORS .... ......................... 9 ......... ......................... Locati
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INTRODUCTION ..3 2 Sparkplug.. ...................................... .33 ..................................... Valve Clearance. ......................................... .34 Carburetor. ....................................... .34 Throttle Cable .................................... .35 Lubrication Points. .............................. .35 Control Linkage Adjustment ................................. .36 Brake Lining Thickness Tires...............................................3
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SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower. The most common hazards, according to accident statistics, are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. Avoid Rotating Blades A rotating blade can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers, hands, toes, or feet. Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running. If you need to work around the deck to clear
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MOWER SAFETY IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS As an employer, you have special responsibilities to the people who work for you. Before you ask anyone to operate this mower, you need to determine whether the person is old enough, large enough, and strong enough to safely handle and control the mower. Then be sure the employee reads and understands all instructions and warnings in this manual and on the labels before operating the mower. Allow adequate time for hands-on training by a qualifi
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MOWER SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact vour Honda Commercial Mower dealer for a replacement. 7
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MOWER SAFETY 8
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Controls & Indicators LOCATIONS FUEL FILLER ENGINE OIL FILL FRONT WHEEL ADJUSTMENT SPACERS MOWER DECK SERIAL NUMBER SUPPORT BAR TRANSMISSION DIRECTION SHIFT LEVER CONTROL LEVERS FORWARD BLADE CONTROL- PRESENCE LEVERS CARBURETOR FUEL VALVE REVERSE \ PRESENCE Y LEVER DECK HEI LEVER 9
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CONTROLS & INDICATORS CONTROLS Fuel Valve This valve is located on the carburetor and allows fuel to flow to the engine. Push it toward the engine to ON to allow fuel to flow, or pull it outward for OFF. The fuel valve located at the fuel tank should be used to shut off the fuel only when changing the fuel filter. ignition Switch The ignition switch controls the engine ignition system. Turn the key clockwise to the ON position, or turn the key counter clockwise to the OFF position.
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CONTROLS & INDICATORS Operator Presence Levers The three operator presence levers are part of the safety interlock system. There is a lever at each forward direction control lever and one above the reverse support bar. When the blade control is ON, you must hold at least one lever down. Before shifting into reverse, you must hold the reverse presence lever down. In either case if you don’t hold the appropriate lever, the engine will stop. Parking Brake The parking brake locks the brakes
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Transporting and Storing TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER Use a loading ramp to get the mower on and off the vehicle. Be sure both the ramps and vehicle are able to support the weight of the mower and operator. When the mower is in position, turn the fuel valve OFF to prevent the possibility of fuel leaking. Tie the mower down, front and rear, with ropes or straps. You may use the front caster brackets and holes in the rear of the engine bed to tie the mower down. Be careful not to damage linkage
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TRANSPORTING AND STORING After washing the mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine. While the engine is running, hold an operator presence lever and operate the blade control lever to expel water from the blade pulleys, spindles, and other mower deck areas. Allow the blades to spin for several minutes to ensure that no water remains. Stop the engine and
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TRANSPORTING AND STORING Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor 1. Loosen the carburetor drain screw and turn the fuel valve ON. \ DRAIN SCREW Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. l Keep heat, sparks, and flame away. l Handle fuel only outdoors. l Wipe up spills immediately. 2. Drain the fuel into an approved gasoline container. Reinstall the drain screw. Engine Oil 1. Change the engine oil (page 30). 2. Remove the s
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TRANSPORTING AND STORING STORAGE PRECAUTIONS If your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark- producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated. If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promo
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Before Mowing CHECK THE MOWER For your safety and the service life of your equipment, always inspect your mower before using it. Before beginning your pre-operation check, be sure: l The mower is parked on a level surface. l The blade control lever is disengaged and the transmission shift lever is in NEUTRAL. l The ignition switch is off and the key is removed. Walk around the mower and check its general condition. Look around and underneath it for signs of fluid leaks. Remove any exces
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BEFORE MOWING Tire Pressure Check the tires for proper inflation (page 36 ). CHECK THE LAWN For your safety and the safety of others, always inspect the area before mowing. Objects Anything which can be picked up by the blades and thrown is a potential hazard to you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks, bones, and wire, and remove them from the mowing area. People People and animals near the mowing area can move into your mowing path or into a position where they could be s
