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Owner's Manual
Rotary Mower
HR215SXA • HR215HXA
HR215HMA
©1996 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved
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Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it anytime, and make sure the manual stays with the mower if you sell it. This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the lawn mower and should remain with the mower if resold. The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Honda Power Equipment Mfg., Inc. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and w
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn 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 symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your mower, other property, o
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INTRODUCTION A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY Your safety, and the safety of others, are 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 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
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CONTENTS Turn to the beginning of each chapter for a complete list of subjects. MOWER SAFETY................................. 5 Important information about some specific hazards, and what you can do to prevent injury. CONTROLS ..................................... 9 Identification of components and information about how the controls work. BEFORE OPERATION............................. 17 How to fuel and check your mower to be sure it is ready. How to prepare your lawn and yourself before you begi
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MOWER SAFETY This chapter explains what you need to know to operate your mower safely. IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION................ 6 Avoid Rotating Blades............................ 6 Clear Mowing Area.............................. 6 Keep Shields in Place............................ 6 Refuel with Care................................ 6 Wear Protective Clothing ......................... 6 Turn Engine Off When Not Mowing ................. 6 IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS............... 7 SAFETY LAB
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MOWER SAFETY IMPORTANT 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 Rotating blades 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 adjust the cutt
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MOWER SAFETY IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS YOUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT to Honda. That’s why we urge you to read this message before letting your youngster 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 accidents by making good decisions about if, when, and how your youngster operates this equipment. The first question you’ll need to ask is whether your youngster is capable of operatin
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MOWER SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS The labels shown here contain important safety information. Please read them carefully. These labels are considered permanent parts of your mower. So if a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your dealer for a replacement. 8
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CONTROLS This chapter shows the locations of controls and other important parts of your mower, and it tells you how the controls work. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ................... 10 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS .................... 12 Fuel Valve.................................... 12 Throttle Lever ................................. 12 Engine Switch (HMA) ........................... 13 Blade Control Lever ............................ 14 Drive Clutch Lever ............................. 14 Shift Lever.
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CONTROLS COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION HR215K1HMA: Manual & electric starting; self-propelled; hydrostatic transmission HR215K1HXA: Manual starting; self-propelled; hydrostatic transmission HR215K1SXA: Manual starting; self-propelled; 3 speed transmission 10
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CONTROLS Record the frame and engine serial numbers in the space below. You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 85). Frame s
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CONTROLS DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Fuel Valve The fuel valve opens and closes the connection between the fuel tank and the carburetor. Throttle Lever CHOKE – – For starting a cold engine. FAST – – – For restarting a warm engine and for mowing. SLOW – – – For idling the engine. STOP – – – For stopping the engine. (On HR215HMA, turn the engine switch OFF to stop the engine). # # 12
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CONTROLS Engine Switch (HMA) START ––– Operates the electric starter. ON –––––– Running position (the engine switch must be in the ON position to use the recoil starter). OFF ––––– Stops the engine. ON OFF ENGINE MARCHE START ARRET SWITCH DEMARRAGE INTERRUPTEUR D’ARRET 13 ELECTRIC STARTER DEMARRAGE ELECTRIQUE
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CONTROLS Blade Control Lever The blade control lever starts and stops blade rotation. Drive Clutch Lever The drive clutch lever engages and disengages the transmission that drives the rear wheels. 14
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CONTROLS Shift Lever The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. HR215SXA 1 (slow) –––– For mowing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas. 2 (medium) – For intermediate self-propelled speed. 3 (fast)––––– For maximum self-propelled speed in large, open areas and for transport. # " HR215HMA & HR215HXA SLOW ––– For mowing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas. FAST –––– For maximum self-propelled speed in large, open areas, and for transport
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CONTROLS Cutting Height Adjustment Levers There are six settings to choose from, as shown in the illustration. The cutting height figures are approximate. The actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions. There is an adjustment lever on each wheel. 16
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BEFORE OPERATION This chapter explains how to fuel and check your mower to be sure it is ready, and it tells you how to prepare your lawn and yourself before you begin mowing. CHECK YOUR LAWN ............................ 18 Objects ...................................... 18 People and Pets ............................... 18 Lawn........................................ 18 CHECK YOUR MOWER .......................... 19 Blade........................................ 19 Engine Oil Level ..............
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BEFORE OPERATION CHECK YOUR LAWN For your safety and for the safety of others, always inspect the area before mowing. Objects Anything which can be picked up by the blade and thrown is a potential hazard to you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks, bones, and wire. Remove them from the mowing area. People and Pets People and animals near the mowing area can move into your path or into a position where they could be struck by thrown objects. Clear the area of people and pets, especiall
