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Thank you for purchasing a Honda snowblower. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the HS522 snowblower. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing. 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
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CONTENTS 3 1. SAFETY .............................................................................. 3 WARNING LABEL LOCATION ................................................. ........................................................ 4 SAFETY INFORMATION ....................... 6 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION AND FUNCTION 8 ENGINE SWITCH .................................................................. 8 FUEL VALVE ........................................................................
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.I. SAFETY WARNING LABEL LOCATION Read these labels before operating the snowblower. ENGINE IS RUNNING \
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Honda snowblowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating the snowblower. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. Before operating the snowblower, inspect the area in which you are go- ing to clear snow. Remove debris and other obstacles the snowblower might strike or throw that may cause injury or damage to the snowblower. Inspect the snowblower before o
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mEm l Know how to stop the snowblower quickly, and understand the opera- tion of all controls. l Never permit anyone to operate the snowblower without proper instruc- tion. If people or pets suddenly appear in front of the snowblower while it is in operation, immediately release the auger and drive clutch levers to stop the snowblower and avoid possible injury from rotating auger blades. l If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and use a wooden stick to unclog. it.
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATOON AND FUNCTION WHEEL TYPE CHUTE- Y” 1 CHOKE KNOB AUGER - AUGER CLUTCH LEVER CHUTE GUIDE I SH’FT tEVER I , DRIVE CLUidH LEVER ENGINE OIL 11 \\ ,FILLER CAP THROTTLE LEVER FUEL VALVE \ STARTER GRI ENGINE OIL DRhlN PI
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ENG!NE SWITCI TRACK TYPE CHOKE KNOB CHUTE ‘MUFFLER TRACK AUGER CLUTCH LE CHUTE GUIDE / SHIFT LEVER / LUTCti LEVER DRIVE Cl THROTTLE LEVER FUEL VALVE STARTER GRIP - ENGIN\E OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN/PLUG 7
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ENGINE SWITCH Use the engine switch to turn the ignition system ON for starting, and to STOP the engine. ENGINE SWITCH FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Make sure that the valve is positioned exactly at either the ON or OFF position. cmm Before transporting the snowblower, be sure to turn the fuel valve to OFF to prevent possible fuel leaks; spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite. 8
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CHOKE KNOB Close the choke when the engine is cold or difficult to start. CLOSE STARTER GRIP Pull this grip to start the engine. STARTER GRIP .9
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THROTTLE LEVER (ENGINE SPEED) , Use the throttle lever to select engine,speed. In normal operation, use the FAST position. SHIFT LEVER Use the shift lever to select drive speed or direction. 1: LOW SPEED 2: HIGH SPEED N: NEUTRAL R: REVERSE SHIFT LEVER 10
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CHUTE GUIDE The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle and direction. Low and near DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER Use the drive clutch lever to propel or stop the snow blower. RIVE CLUTCH LEVER 11
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AUGER CLUTCH LEVER Squeezing the auger clutch lever also operates the drive clutch lever; the snowthrowing mechanism starts and the snowblowei moves forward. Releasing the auger clutch lever stops both the snow-throwing mechanism and the forward motion of the snowblower. STOP \ AUGER CLUTCH HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT BOLT (Track model only) Use the bolt for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in relation to the tracks. Raise or lower the machine to the desired position. : Hard snow o
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SKID PLATE, SCRAPER Adjust the skid plates and scraper for the auger housing ground clearance best suited to your snow removal conditions. (See page 14) HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The handlebars can be set in the high, low or middle postion to suit the operator. To change handlebar height, remove the right and left adjusting bolts, align the bolt holes for the desired handlebar height, and reinstall the bolts. Tighten the nuts securely. HANDLEBAR HEIGHT ADJUSTING BOLT 13
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Adjust the skid plate and scraper positions. m Before adjusting the skid plate and scraper positions, be sure to stop the engine and remove the spark plug cap from the spark plug. The skid plate and scraper have three adjusting positions. Select the posi- tion according to the surface conditions described in the chart. NOTE: Adjust the height equally on both sides. After adjusting the height, be sure to tighten the adjusting bolts and nuts securely. TO RAISE HEIGHT ADJUSTING BOLT (Trac
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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK To prevent accidental start-up, remove the engine switch key, and mm disconnect the spark plug cap before performing the pre-operation inspection. FUEL LEVEL Unscrew the fuel cap. Check the fuel level. 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 or higher. Gasoline pumps at service station normally display the pump octane number. We recommend that you use unlead
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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 fuel when refueling. Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ig- nite. If any
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ENGINE OIL LEVEL, Inspection: With the snowblower on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, but do not screw it in. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil. OIL FILLER NECK UPPER LIMIT OIL FILLER CAP AND DIPSTICK OIL CAPACITY: 0.6 P (0.63 US qt. 0.53 Imp qt) RECOMMENDED OIL: Use high detergent, premium quality motor oil c
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4. STARTING iHE ENGINE Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust Emm contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of con- sciousness and may lead to death. 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGINE SWITCH / 2. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. FUEL YALVE 18
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3. In cold weather and when the engine is cold, move the choke to the CLOSE position. CLOSE 4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. CAUTION: l Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine. Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter. pulled while the engine is l Damage may result if the starter grip is running. STARTER GRIP 19
