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Thank you for purchasing a Honda snowblower. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the HS828 snowblower. All information in this publication is based on the latest product informa- tion 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 par
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CONTENTS ........................................................................... 1. SAFETY 3 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ........................................... 7 ...................................................................... 3. CONTROLS 8 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK .................................................... 16 STARTING THE ENGINE ..................................................... 21 SNOWBLOWER OPERATION ............................................... 65: 26 S
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1. SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read these labels before operating the snowblower. 3
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To ensure safe operation l Always make a pre-operation check (pages 16 thru 20) before you start the engine. You may prevent an accident or equipment damage. l 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. l Before operating the snowblower, inspect the area in which you are go- ing to cle
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Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanderds, windows, and other objects with ejected snow. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snowblower. To avoid overturning, be ‘careful when changing the direction of the snowblower while operating it on a slope. Do not use the snowblower to remove snow from roofs. The snow
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l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain condi- tions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the snowblower is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not overfill the fuel tank, and make sure the filler cap is closed securely after refueling. l Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of con- sciousness and may lead
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Al JGER CLUTCH LEVER CHUTE GUIDE DRIVE CLUTCH I c\,cm \ LE” C” /LEVER \ I SNOW DISCHARGE CHUTE ‘SHIFT LEVER \ THROTTLE LEVER AUGER ,AC STARTER BUTTON CAP ENGINE SWITCH 4 TRANSMISSION FLUID RESERVOIR FUEL VALVE CHUTE CR FOOT PEDAL -\ SKID PLATE FRAME SERIAL NUM \ TRANSMiSSlON \ RELEASE LEVER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making t
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3. CONTROLS Engine switch Use the engine switch to turn the ignition system ON for starting, and to STOP the engine. ---+/I STOP (OFF) (ON) ENGINE StilTCH A. C. starter button Push the starter button to operate the electric starter. STARTER BUTTON 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. ON m Before transporting the snowblower, be sure to t
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Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in tlie tank. When the fuel gauge needle enters the “E” renge, refill the tank as soon as possible. FUEL GAUGE Chute crank Use the chute crank to turn the snow discharge chute right or left. To throw snow to the left 9 To throw snow to the right 9
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Starter grip Pull this grip to start the’ engine. STARTER GRIP Throttle lever (Engine speed) The throttle lever controls engine speed from SLOW to FAST; it will stay in any designated position. Set the lever to CHOKE when the engine is cold. SLOW THROTTLE L 10
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Shift lever The shift lever selects FORWARD (F), NEUTRAL (N), or REVERSE (RI hydrostatic transmission drive. The shift lever also controls the transmission drive ratio; moving the lever farther from NEUTRAL increases drive speed. While clearing snow, use the shift lever to control drive speed, so you can leave the throttle lever in the FAST position for best snow-clearing performance. REVERSE SHIFT LhER Chute guide The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle. HIGH AND FAR HIGH A
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Drive clutch lever and auger clutch lever Use these controls to engage the snow blowing mechanism and/or the drive mechanism. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER / Squeeze to engage the drive machanism. AUGER CLUTCH LEVER Squeeze to engage the snow blowing mechanism. NOTE: When both levers are squeezed, the drive clutch lever locks the auger clutch lever down. Releasing the drive clutch lever then unlocks and releases the auger clutch lever. DRIVE CLUTCH EVER Roth levers squeezed The auger clutch
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Skid plate, Scraper Adjust the skid plates for the auger ground clearance best suited to your snow removal conditions. m To prevent accidental starting, turn the engine switch to the OFF position and disconnect the spark plug cap. 1. Place the snowblower on a level surface and set the height adjustment pedal in the middle position. 2. Move the skid plates up or down to obtain the desired auger ground clearance. For ordinary snow: 4-8 mm (0.16-0.31 in) O-5 mm (O-0.20 in) For finishing
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Foot pedal Use the pedal for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in relation to the tracks. 1. Hold the handles and step on the pedal. 2. Raise or lower the machine to the desired position and release the pedal. LOW : Hand snow or fine finish MIDDLE: Normal use HIGH : Deep snow or for transporting the snowblower. HIGH MIDDLE LOW FOOT PEDAL 14
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Transmission release lever The transmission release lever has two positions, RELEASED and EN- GAGED. Set the lever in the ENGAGED position when throwing snow; set it in the RELEASED position when pushing the snowblower. m Never shift the transmission release lever on slopes. The snow throwing mechanism may operate suddenly, causing serious injury or accident. riziEq (-Jp erating the transmission release lever while the engine is run- ning can damage the transmission. 1. Stop the engin
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4. PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check the snowblower on level ground with the engine stopped. m To prevent accidental start-up, remove the engine switch key, and disconnect the spark plug cap before performing the pre-operation inspection. Fuel Check the fuel gauge, and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel. There should be no fuel in the filler neck. FUEL TANK CAPACITY: 6.0 P (1.59 Us gal) m Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoli
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Fuel Recommendation Use gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. We recommend unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. Occasionally you may hear light “spark knock” or “pinging” (metallic rap- ping noise) while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern. If spark knock or pinging occurs
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Engine oil Inspection: With the snowthrower 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. -20 0 20 40 EO’F -30 -20 -10 0 1ooc UPPER -LEVEL OIL FILLER CAP AND DIPSTICK OIL CAPACITY: 1.1 P (1.16 US qt) RECOMMENDED OIL: Use high detergent, premium quality motor o
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HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID Check the hydrostatic fluid level in the reservoir. Hydrostatic fluid expands and contracts with changes in temperature. The UPPER and LOWER level marks on the reservoir are calibrated for room temperature fluid. It is normal for the fluid level to rise above the UPPER level mark when snowblower operation warms the transmission. When checking the level of cold fluid, below room temperature, refer to the temperature chart for appropriate fluid levels. At te
