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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.
OWNER’S MANUAL
We want to help you get the best results from your new mower and to
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operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do
that; please read it carefully.
We suggest you read the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY
(page 19) and EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
(page 20) to fully underst
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If you decide that your son or daughter can handle the mower safely, LAWN MOWER SAFETY CAREFULLY READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL with your child. Make Most injuries or property damage with walk-behind mowers can be sure you both understand all instructions and safety information. Also, prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the be sure your child wears sturdy shoes and other protective clothing mower. The most common hazards are discussed below, along with when operating or h
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4. Lift the discharge guard and install the grass bag. SETTING UP YOUR MOWER Unpacking Remove all the cardboard from around the handlebar. Handlebar Setup BLADE CONTROL LEVER Engine Oil The mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine. HANDLEBAR A bottle of oil is included in ADJUST the box with your mower. KNOB (2) Add the entire contents of the oil bottle into the oil filler opening. All Honda engines are run at the factory prior to FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK packaging. Most of the oil is
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CONTROL LOCATIONS BEFORE OPERATION Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. BLADE CONTROL LEVER (P. 7) Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and its operation before you HANDLEBAR (P. 3) begin using it. Know how to shut off the lawn mower quickly in case of an emergency. IS YOUR LAWN MOWER READY TO GO? DISCHARGE GUARD (P. 5) For y
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CONTROL ™ Sliding Door Position GET THE MOWER READY The sliding door can be positioned to produce different mowing Handlebar Height Adjustment results. If the preferred sliding door position is unknown, install the Adjust handlebar height for a comfortable operating position (page 3). grass bag and begin mowing with the Clip Director knob all the way to the BAG position. Check the appearance of the lawn. As the knob is Smart Drive™ Control SMART DRIVE moved towards the MULCH position, mo
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Rear Shield Cutting Height Adjustment During normal use the rear shield is subject to deterioration and wear. Each wheel of the mower can be adjusted to one of seven settings. Remove the grass bag and raise the discharge guard to check the The cutting height figures are approximate. The actual height of cut rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn, grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions. have it replaced by your authorized Honda servicing dealer. Move all
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OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING OPERATION Smart Drive Control MOWING PRECAUTIONS Control position adjustment is described Before operating the mower for the first time, please review LAWN on page 5. MOWER SAFETY (page 2). Even if you have operated other mowers, take time to become familiar with how this mower works and practice With the engine running in a safe area until you build up your skills. For your safety, avoid and the blades rotating, starting or operating the engine in an e
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SAFE MOWING PRACTICES SERVICING YOUR LAWN For your safety, keep all four wheels on the ground and be careful to MOWER avoid losing your footing and your control of the mower. Keep a firm grip on the handlebar and walk, never run, with the mower. Be very careful when mowing uneven or rough ground. Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. If stuck, do not kick or shove the mower with your foot. Use the handlebar to c
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• Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have BLADES the tools and skills required. Inspection • To reduce the possibility of fire or explosion, be careful when 1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF FUEL CAP UP working around gasoline. Use only a nonflammable solvent, not position (page 7) and gasoline, to clean parts. Keep cigarettes, sparks, and flames away disconnect the spark plug cap from all fuel-related parts. from the spark plug (page 12). 2. Tilt the mower to the
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3. Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench. Use a wooden block Blade Removal FUEL CAP UP to prevent the blades from turning when tightening the bolts. 1. Turn the fuel valve OFF. Disconnect the spark plug cap Blade bolt torque: 36 ~ 43 ft-lb (49 ~ 59 N·m) (page 12), and then tilt the If you do not have a torque wrench, have an authorized Honda mower to the right side (from the servicing dealer tighten the blade bolts before you use the mower. operator’s point of view) so the If the b
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Please dispose of used motor oil and the container in a manner ENGINE MAINTENANCE that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in Engine Oil Level Check a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground, 1. Unscrew and remove the filler or pour it down a drain. cap/dipstick and wipe it clean. Insert and remove the 4. Fill with the recommended oil. dipstick without screwing it Do not
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Spark Plug Service Spark Arrester Service (optional equipment) Your lawn mower engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester. RECOMMENDED SPARK PLUG NGK BPR5ES In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. An optional USDA NOTICE approved spark arrester is available from an authorized Honda An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. servicing dealer. See page 18 for part numbers. For good performance, the spark plug
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REFUELING TRANSPORTING ® Honda commends using a No-Spill gas can (page 18) that meets the If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes stringent requirements of the California Air Resources Board. before loading the mower onto the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials. This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. 1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.
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Drying Engine Oil 1. After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Change the engine oil (page 11). 2. With the mower in an upright position, open the Clip Director, start Engine Cylinder OIL the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating 1. Remove the spark plug temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine. (page 12). 3. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. 2. Pour a teaspoon (5 ~ 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the 4. After the lawn m
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Loss of Power PLACING IN STORAGE Possible Cause Correction Since your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a Grass too tall or wet Raise the cutting height (page 8), well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates cut a narrower swath, use a slower with a flame, such as a furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also ground speed, cut more frequently avoid any area with a spark-pr
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EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM TECHNICAL INFORMATION Source of Emissions SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight. Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic. Honda utilizes appropriate air/fuel ratios and other emissions control systems to reduc
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Dimensions, Weights, and Capacities AIR INDEX An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified Overall length 63.8 in (1621 mm) to an emission durability time period in accordance with the Width at mower deck 23 in (585 mm) requirements of the California Air Resources Board. Overall height 38.4 in (976 mm) The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to compare the emissions performance of available engines. The lower Dry weight 88.6 lb (40.2 kg
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CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION CONSUMER INFORMATION Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may REPLACEMENT PARTS, have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE ITEMS your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management. Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all th
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Mower blades and mower deck housings are specifically not DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY warranted against impact damage, including but not limited to, This warranty is limited to the following Honda Power Equipment abrasive damage. products when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties: 30005-8847. American Honda disclaims any responsibility for lo
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product, during the dealer's normal business hours. If you are unable EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY to obtain warranty service, or are dissatisfied with the warranty service Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. you receive, take the following steps: First, contact the owner of the EPA, Environment Canada, and State of California emission dealership involved; normally this will resolve the problem. However, if regulations (models certified for sale in California o
