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e.-_ -- I Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it any time, and make sure the manual stays with the lawn 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
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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. We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy is a separate doc
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INTRODUCTION SAFETY MESSAGES Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have provided important safety messages in this manual and on the lawn mower. Please read these messages carefully. A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that can hurt you and others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol A and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These mean: You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions. You CAN b
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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 Ho
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MOWER SAFETY This chapter explains what you need to know to operate your mower safely. ................ 6 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. ................. ............... 7 IMPORTANT
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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
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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 o
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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. A CAUTION Gasoline is highly flammable and exploshre UNDER NORMAL USAGE, THIS BAG MATERIAL and you can be burned or seriously injured. IS SUBJECT TO DETERlORATfON AND WEAR, When refueling: AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUE
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,,;. I .n’, ‘, .j . , CONTROLS This chapter shows the locations of controls and other important parts of your mower, and it tells you how the controls work. 10 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Throttle Lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Blade Control Lever. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 13 Drive Clutch Lever (HRB215SX
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1 CONTROLS COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION BLADE CONTROL BUTTON BLADE CONTROL LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (HRB215SXA 81 HRMSlBSXA) DISCHARGE EL TANK CAP CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER OIL FILLER CAP MOWER DECK CUlTlNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER HRB215PXA: Manually propelled, high-lift blade, and grass bag HRB21 SSXA: Self-propelled, high-lift blade, and grass bag HRM215PXA: Manually propelled, mulching blades, and mulching plug HRM215SXA: Self-propelled, mulching blades, and mulching plug.
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CONTROLS GEAR SHIFT LEVER (HRBPlSSXA &\nRM215SXA) SPARK PLUG CAP CUlTlNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER AIR CLEANER \ \ \ CUTTING HEIGHT CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT LEVER 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 79). Frame serial number: MZB- - Engine serial number: GJAB -’ 11
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CONTROLS DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS Throttle Lever For starting a cold engine. CHOKE -- \ I I For restarting a warm engine and for mowing. FAST --- 6 e SLOW - - - For idling the engine. For stopping the engine and closing the fuel STOP --- cl valve. THROTTLE LEVER 12
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CONTROLS Blade Control Lever The blade control lever starts and stops blade rotation. Drive Clutch Lever (HRB215SXA & HRM215SXA) The drive clutch lever engages and disengages the transmission that drives the rear wheels. DRIVE CLUTCH LE HRBPl 5SXA & HRM215SXA
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CONTROLS Shift Lever (HRB215SXA & HRMP’ISSXA) The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. - For mowing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas. 1 (SLOW) 2 (FAST)- For maximum self-propelled speed in large, open areas. GEAR SHIFT LEVER (HRBPlBSXA & HRM215SXA) I 14
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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. HRB215 in) There is an adjustment lever on each wheel. ADJUSTMENT LEVERS 15
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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. 18 ............................. CHECK YOUR LAWN 18 Objects ....................................... ............................... 18 People and Pets. 18 Lawn ......................................... .......................... 19 CHECK YOUR MOWER 19 Blade.. ...................................... ........
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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 blades 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 pet
