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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your selection of a Honda snowthrower! We are
certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest
snowthrowers on the market.
OWNER’S MANUAL
We want to help you get the best results from your new snowthrower
HS520A • HS520AS
and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how
to do that; please read it carefully.
SNOWTHROWER
We suggest you read the DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY
(page 20) and EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
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SNOWTHROWER SAFETY Operating Conditions IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Do not use the snowthrower when visibility is poor. Under conditions Honda snowthrowers are designed to clear snow from driveways and of poor visibility, there is a greater risk of striking an obstacle or walkways. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to causing injury. Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the snowthrower and other property. passing bystanders or vehicles. Stay clear of the
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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS SETTING-UP YOUR NEW The label shown here contains important safety information. Please read it carefully. This label is considered a permanent part of your SNOWTHROWER snowthrower. So if the label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your authorized Honda snowthrower dealer for a replacement. TOOLS REQUIRED 12 mm wrench, 10 mm wrench, and a Phillips screwdriver DANGER DANGER UNPACKING 1. Remove all the cardboard. Inspect the loose parts. Missing parts can be
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3. Install the starter bracket using the hardware removed from step 2 4. Install the discharge chute using the three 6 mm Phillips-head on the previous page. For the HS520AS, snap the starter rope into screws and 6 mm self-locking nuts. Make sure the screws go on the rope guide on the handlebar and secure the electric start wire the inside and the nuts on the outside. Tighten the nuts securely: using the two cable ties as shown. Trim the cable ties to a length of HEX NUT TORQUE: 7 ft-lbs (10 N
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ADD OIL & FUEL CONTROL LOCATIONS 1. The snowthrower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine. CHUTE GUIDE HANDLE 2. Add enough of the recommended oil (page 12) to bring the oil level AUGER CLUTCH to the top of the filler hole. A bottle LEVER of oil is included in the box with FUEL CAP your snowthrower. SPARK All Honda engines are run at the PLUG HANDLEBAR factory prior to packaging. Most of COVER the oil is removed prior to ship- ment; however, some oil remains in the engine. The amount of
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Chute Guide Handle CONTROLS Use this control to guide the snow discharge angle and direction. Fuel Valve OFF LOW AND NEAR The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Make sure that the fuel valve is ON HIGH positioned exactly at either the AND ON or OFF position. When the FAR snowthrower is not in use, always leave the fuel valve in the OFF position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. Engine Switch OFF ON The engine switch control
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BEFORE OPERATION CHECK YOUR WORK AREA Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. For your safety and the safety of others, always inspect the area Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and before operating the showthrower. how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the snowthrower and its operation before you Objects begin using it. Know how to quickly shut off the engine in case of an Anythin
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OPERATION 3. Start the engine. SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS Electric Start (AS model only): Before operating the snowthrower for the first time, please review a. Connect an extension cord (commercially available) to the both the SNOWTHROWER SAFETY chapter (page 2) and the starter box first, and then to a 120 volt ac outlet. BEFORE OPERATION chapter above. 120 VAC OUTLET Even if you have operated other snowthrowers, take time to become familiar with how this snowthrower works, and practice in a
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Manual (Pull) Starting CLEARING SNOW 1. Press down on the handlebar to raise the front of the snowthrower a. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. slightly. Roll the snowthrower over to the area to be cleared. ON 2. Use the chute guide handle ENGAGE (page 6) to adjust the AUGER direction for the discharged snow to travel. ON 3. Engage the auger clutch lever. The auger will begin to spin. HS520AS HS520A b. Pull the starter grip slowly until you feel resistance, 4. Tilt the snowthrow
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SERVICING YOUR SNOWTHROWER MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. B WARNING B WARNING Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a ma
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MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REFUELING ® Honda recommends using a No-Spill gas can, which meets the 1 Interval Item Page demanding requirements of the California Air Resources Board (page 19). Check the engine oil level page 12 Before each use This engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump Check the scraper blade page 13 octane rating of 86 or higher. First month or Change the engine oil page 12 Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. If the engine 25 hours ha
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ENGINE MAINTENANCE Engine Oil Recommendations Engine Oil Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use a Oil Level Check high quality 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. Check the engine oil level with the SAE 5W-30 is recommended snowthrower stopped and in a level for general use. Other position. 5W-30 viscosities shown in the chart 1. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick may be used when the average 5W-20 and wipe it clean. temperature in your area is -30 -20 020 40 60°
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AUGER SCRAPER BLADE The scraper blade wears with normal use and must be replaced when Clutch Lever Free Play it reaches its service limit. The scraper blade thickness and Inspection adjustment determine the clearance between the rubber paddles and the ground. 1. Move the clutch lever until you feel resistance Inspection 7-1/2 ~ 8 inches from the cable. Measure 1. Turn the engine switch and fuel valve to the OFF position and (190 ~ 205 mm) the distance as shown. disconnect the spark plug
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Scraper blade replacement STORAGE A new scraper blade can be purchased from a servicing Honda dealer. See page 19 for scraper blade and hardware part numbers. STORAGE PREPARATION 1. Turn the engine switch and fuel valve to the OFF position (page 6) Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your snowthrower and disconnect the spark plug cap so the engine cannot be trouble-free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep accidentally started. rust and corrosion from impa
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Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Lubrication Apply a few drops of oil or a small amount of grease to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention. B WARNING AUGER CLUTCH Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. LEVER CHUTE HINGE PIN You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. G G • Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. • Handle fuel only outdoors. CHUTE • Wipe up spills immediately. TENSION BOLTS 1. Place an approved gasoline container below
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TAKING CARE OF Engine has low power UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS Possible cause Correction Electric starter does not operate Fast ground speed puts Reduce your walking speed. excessive load on the Possible cause Correction engine. No electric power from Try a known good electrical outlet or Wet, deep snow puts an Reduce the snowthrowing swath. the outlet. start the engine by using the recoil excessive load on the starter. engine. Defective power cord. Try another power cord or start the Discharge c
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CARBURETOR MODIFICATION FOR HIGH TECHNICAL INFORMATION ALTITUDE OPERATION At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions. ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER High altitude performan
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Problems That May Affect Emissions SPECIFICATIONS If you are aware of any of the following symptoms, have your engine Frame inspected and repaired by your authorized Honda servicing dealer. Model HS520 • Hard starting or stalling after starting Description code SZBG • Rough idle Length x Width x Height 49.5 x 20.7 x 40.4 in • Misfiring or backfiring under load (1258 x 527 x 1026 mm) • Afterburning (backfiring) Dry weight HS520A: 82 lbs (37 kg) HS520AS: 88 lbs (40 kg) • Black exhaust smoke or hi
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CONSUMER INFORMATION DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION REPLACEMENT PARTS, To find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the United OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE ITEMS States: Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of Visit www.hondapowerequipment.com and click on Dealer Locator these (or other) Honda Genuine items for your snowthrower. CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement Parts Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained Item Part Number Notes prof
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Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY Warranties: Honda Power Equipment American Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, This warranty is limited to the following Honda Power Equipment products when transportation, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 Any implied warranties are limited to the durati
