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Thank you for purchasing a Honda riding mower. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Honda HT-R3811 riding mower, 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 riding mower and should remain with the riding mower when sold. Pay special atten
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CONTENTS ........................................................... 3 1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ................ 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ................................. . 7 .............................................................................. 3. CONTROLS 10 ......................................................... 15 4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS 23 5. OPERATION ................ . ............................................................. l Starting the engine ..............
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1 m SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING LABEL LOCATIONS PASSENGERS. GMAXIMUM SAFE OPERATING ANGLE 10 DEGREES. (17% GRADE) 10’MAX. #REDUCE SPEED WHEN TURNING OR I OPERATING ON SLOPES. GSTOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING GRASS CATCHER OR CLEANING DISCHARGE CHUTE #KEEP ALL SHIELDS AND SAFETY DEVICES IN PLACE. GKEEP PEOPLE AND PETS AT A SAFE DISTANCE I WHILE OPERATING.
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RIDING MOWER SAFETY w Oberating a riding mower requires special efforts on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others. Know these requirements before you operate the riding mower. SAFE OPERATING RULES l Always make a pre-operation inspection (page 15) before you operate the riding mower; 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 scre
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l Be alert. Do not operate the riding mower when you are tired, ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs. l Mow only in daylight or good artificial light. l Watch out for and avoid rocks, roots, holes and other obstacles. l If you hit an object, stop and inspect the riding mower; fix any damage before you operate the mower again. l Replace damaged, worn or broken parts immediately. l Do not operate near the edge of a ditch or an embankment. BEFORE MOWING l Before mowing, always cl
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l 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 28 for special instructions. l Do not back down or rapidly accelerate up a sloping surface; see page 28 for special instructions. l When mowing on slopes, empty
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION STEERING WHEEL ENGINE SWITCH AIR INTAKE LEVER BRAKE‘ PEDAL I \ DISCHARGE’CHUTE \ WARNING BUZZER 7
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POWER TAKE-OFF DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTING L CUTTER DECK / REAR BODY Raise 8
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Engine compartment AIR CLEANER FUEL’VALVE PLUG PLUG OIL DRAIN OIL FILLER CAP (LOCATED ON THE FRAME) 9
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3. CONTROLS 1. Engine switch Ewm Always remove the key from the engine switch whenever the riding mower is unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons from starting the engine. This riding mower is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch, which controls all the electrical circuits. The switch is located on the right-hand side in front of the gear shift lever. Key positions: “START” to start the engine “ON” to run the engine after starting “OFF” to stop the 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 point, release the set button and the handle lock. Be sure the handle lock returns to its normal position when released. Cutting height: 1 .O, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5 k-r. (Approx) CAUTION: . To avoid damage
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5. Power Take-Off (P.T.O.) lever This lever engages and disengages the power take-off clutch to drive the blade. Lever positions: ON (Engaged) . . . . . . . . . . Blade turns OFF (Disengaged) . . . . . . . . Blade stops \ ON (Engaged) P.T.O. LEVER NOTE: An interlock switch prevents the engine from starting unless the P.T.O. lever is in the OFF position. 6. Brake pedal Depressing the pedal will first disengage the riding mower drive clutch. As you continue to depress the pedal, the bra
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7. Warning buzzer The warning buzzer has two functions which are described below. A.Low oil level alarm (intermittent beeping sound) If the oil level falls to a predetermined level while the engine is running, the warning buzzer will beep on and off. If this happens, stop the engine im- mediately, check the engine oil level and add enough of the recommended oil to bring the level to the upper mark on the dipstick (See page 16). CAUTION: Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause s
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8. Parking brake lever This lever is used to set the brake when the riding mower is parked. Pull the lever fully up until the ratchet locks. 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 steady warning buzzer will sound if the parking brake is engaged while the transmission is in gear and the engine switch is ON. CAUTION: l When washing the riding mower, do no
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4. PRE-OPERATION CHECKS m To pr’event accidental start-up, remove the engine switch key, and disconnect the spark plug cap before performing the pre-operation ‘ inspection. 1. Make sure the cooling air intake screens are clean. CAUTION: If the cooling air intake screens are blocked the engine may overheat. REAR BODY 15
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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 riding mower on a level surface. b. Lift the rear body, wipe dust and dirt from around the oil filler cap, remove the cap and wipe the dipstick clean. c. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in.
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3. Check the fuel level Raise the rear body and check the fuel level. Refill the tank to the upper level mark if necessary. Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number (R ; 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 unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of exhaust system
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Rwlm 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
