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Thank you for purchasing a Honda Lawn Tractor. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Honda HT4213 Lawn Tractor, type SA (side discharge). Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. This manual should be considered a permanent part of the lawn tractor and should remain with the lawn tractor when sold. Pay special attenti
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CONTENTS 3 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 3. CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS Read these WARNING LABELS before you operate! 3
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GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE STOP ENGINE, AVOID HEAT, SPARKS, AND OPEN FLAME WHEN REFUELING. I READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. I OPERATOR ONLY. DO NOT CARRY PASSENGERS. I MAXIMUM SAFE OPERATING ANGLE 10 DEGREES. (17% GRADE) lo-MAX. G REDUCE SPEED WHEN TURNING OR OPERATING ON SLOPES. I STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING GRASS CATCHER OR CLEANING DISCHARGE CHUTE. I KEEP ALL SHIELDS AND SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE. I KEEP PEOPLE AND PETS AT A SAFE DISTANCE WHILE OPERATING. I THIS LAWN TRACT
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LAWN TRACTOR SAFETY imm Operating a lawn tractor requires special efforts on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Know these requirements before you operate the lawn tractor. SAFE OPERATING RULES l Always make a pre-operation inspection (page 15) before you start the engine. You may prevent an accident or equipment. damage. l All parts, especially guards and shields, should be in good condition, and securely fastened in place. l Be sure all nuts, bolts and screws ar
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BEFORE MOWING l Before mowing, always clear the lawn of stones, sticks or other debris. These objects could be thrown out by the spinning blade and cause an in- jury or equipment damage. l Select a safe operating speed (gear position) for the area to be mowed. 5th gear should be used only while driving to and from the storage area. l Always ensure that the area in front of and behind the lawn tractor is clear of people, pets and debris before starting. l Be very careful when you operate
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.* If mowing on a sloping surface, always drive up and down the face of the grade. Never turn or drive across the face of the slope. l To prevent loss of control or overturning, always reduce speed and exer- cise extreme caution when operating on sloping or uneven surfaces. l Avoid turning or stopping on sloping surfaces; see page 31 for special instructions. l Do not back down or rapidly accelerate up a sloping surface; see page 31 for special instructions. CLEANING AND STORAGE l Leave
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFUCATION POWER TAKE-OFF (P.T.O.) LEVER I =F-L’ ‘STEERING WHEEL ?99?!?% / HEADLIGHT PARKING BRAKE LEVER BRAKE PEDAL \- MUFFLER CUTTER DECK CUfTER DRIVE BELT DECK ADJUSTING KNOB OVERHEAT ALERT PARKING INDICATOR INDICATOR LAMP THRQ ~~-bTTLE LAlM: LEVER \ ENGINE ^._.._^. . DECK HEkHT ADJUSTING LEVER FUEL FILLER CAP 8
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Engine compartment BATTERY AIR CLEANER FUSE BOX RESERVE TANK, PLUGS OIL FI CAP OIL DRilN PLUG / RADIATOR DRAIN PLUG 9
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3, CONTROLS 1. Engine switch m Always remove the key from the engine switch whenever the lawn tractor is unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons from starting the engine. This lawn tractor is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch, which controls all the electrical circuits. The switch is located on the right- hand side of the control panel. Key positions: “START” to start the engine “ON” to run the engine after starting “OFF” to stop the engine. dN , ENGINE
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3. Cutter deck height adjusting lever This lever is used to raise and lower the cutter deck. To adjust the cutting height, squeeze the handle lock and then press in and hold the set button. Raise or lower the lever until the desired cutting height appears on the in- dicator. At that pointi release the set button and the handle lock. Be sure the handle lock returns to its normal position when released. Cutting heights: 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 in. CAUTION: l To avoid damage to the cut
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5. Shift lever This lever is .used to select one of the five forward speeds, neutral, or reverse. The drive clutch automatically disengages while the lever is being moved. The clutch will then engage automatically when put into gear unless the brake pedal is depressed. CAUTION: Bring the tractor to a complete stop before shifting from a for- ward speed to reverse, or from reverse to a forward speed. Shifting bet- ween forward and reverse speeds while the tractor is moving can cause trans
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6. Headlight switch The switch turns the headlights ON and OFF. \ CAUTION: l To avoid discharging the battery, run the engine with the throttle in the FAST position when using the headlights. l Shift the transmission to a lower speed range to maintain a safe speed when visibility is poor. HEADLIGHT ‘SWITCH 7. Brake pedal Depressing the pedal will first disengage the tractor drive clutch. As you continue to depress the pedal, the brake will be applied to stop the tractor. When the br
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8. Parking brake lever This lever is used to set the brake when the lawn tractor is parked. Pull the lever fully up until the ratchet locks, and be sure that the parking in- dicator lamp on the control panel is ON. NOTE: The parking brake lever does not operate the automatic clutch. Always put the transmission in neutral, or turn off the engine switch before setting the parking brake. A warning buzzer will sound if the parking brake is ‘engaged while the transmission is in gear and the en
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4. PRE-OPERATPON CHECKS For safe and efficient mowing, always make a pre-operation inspection before mowing: m TD prevent accidentat start-up, remove the engine switch key, and disconnect the spark plug caps before performing the pre-operation inspection. CAUTION: l Inspect with the Lawn Tractor on level ground. l Pull up the parking brake fully, set thb shift lever in “N (Neutral)” and P.T.O. lever in “OFF” position, and inspect. 1. Check the radiator screen. CAUTION: If the engine h
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2. Check the engine oil level. CAUTION: l Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent oil and 2-stroke engine oil are not recommended. l Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause serious engine damage. a. Place the lawn tractor on a level surface. b. Open the engine hood, remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. .c. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. d. Check the oil level shown on t
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3. Check the fuel level. Raise the seat and check the fuel gauge. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number (R ‘2 M ) of 86 or higher, or that has a research oc- tane number of 91 oi higher. Gasoline pumps at service station normally display the pump octane number. We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of exhaust system components. Ne
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m l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. l Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow.flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored. l Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely. l Be careful not to spill fwel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ig- nite. If an
