Honda HRB216HXA Manuel d'utilisateur

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CONTROLS & FEATURES8MODEL NAME AND FRAME SERIAL NUMBER LABELFUEL VALVEAIR CLEANERCARBURETORSPARK PLUG CAPBLADE CONTROL LEVERDRIVE CLUTCH LEVERRECO

CONTROLS & FEATURES9Fuel ValveThe fuel valve opens and closes the fuel passage from the fuel tank to the carburetor.Throttle LeverThe throttle lev

CONTROLS & FEATURES10Blade Control Lever The blade control lever starts and stops blade rotation. To start blade rotation, the button must be pres

CONTROLS & FEATURES11Shift LeverThe shift lever selects and controls the self-propelled drive speed.TX (gear transmission)1 (slow) For mowing thic

12BEFORE OPERATIONARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your r

BEFORE OPERATION13Check the General Condition of the Lawn Mower:• Look around and underneath the lawn mower for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.• Look

BEFORE OPERATION14GET THE MOWER READYHandlebar Height Adjustment1. Adjust handlebar height for a comfortable operating position.2. Loosen the handleba

BEFORE OPERATION15Grass BagA lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the bag, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the g

BEFORE OPERATION16Cutting HeightBagging/Side-Discharge: Move all four adjustment levers to the same position.Mulching: Move the front adjustment lever

17OPERATIONMOWING PRECAUTIONSBefore operating the mower for the first time, please review IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (page 4) and the previous chapt

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OPERATION183. Place your foot on the mower deck step. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Return the starter g

OPERATION19OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWINGThrottle LeverFor best cut quality, always mow with the throttle lever in the FAST position. When the blad

OPERATION20Drive Clutch LeverPush the drive clutch lever forward to propel the mower.Release the drive clutch lever to stop the mower’s forward moveme

OPERATION21Shift Lever Use the shift lever to select the forward speed at which you wish to mow.Do not use the throttle lever to adjust your forward s

OPERATION22STOPPING THE ENGINE1. Release the drive clutch and blade control levers.2. Move the throttle lever to STOP.3. When the mower is not in use,

OPERATION23SAFE MOWING PRACTICESFor your safety, keep all four wheels on the ground, and be careful to avoid losing your footing and your control of t

OPERATION24ObstaclesUse the side of the mower to cut close to large obstacles, such as fences or walls.Release the drive clutch lever to disengage the

OPERATION25MOWING TIPSWhen to MowMost grasses should be mowed when they have grown 1/2 to 1 inch above their recommended height.More frequent mowing i

OPERATION26Blade SpeedThe blade must spin very fast to cut properly. Always use the FAST throttle setting, and keep the engine running at maximum rpm.

OPERATION27Mowing PatternsYour Honda mower will work most efficiently if you use the following mowing patterns as much as possible. Mower deck and equ

INTRODUCTION1Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawnmower! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest lawn m

28SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWERTHE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCEGood maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER29MAINTENANCE SAFETYSome of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceiva

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER30MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE(1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.(2) These items should be serviced by an aut

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER31BLADESInspection1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position (see page 9) and disconnect the spark plug cap from the sp

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER32Blade Removal and InstallationIf you remove the blades for sharpening or replacement, you will need a torque wrench f

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER33Blade Installation1. Clean dirt and grass from around the blade mounting area.2. Install the blades using the two bla

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER34ENGINE MAINTENANCEEngine Oil ChangeDrain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly and completel

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER35Engine Oil Level Check1. Unscrew and remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.2. Insert and remove the dipsti

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER36Air Cleaner ServiceA dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If you o

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER37Spark Plug ServiceNOTICEIncorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.For good performance, the spark plug must be pr

INTRODUCTION2A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETYYour safety, and the safety of others, is very important. And using this lawn mower safely is an important respon

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER384. Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a suitable gauge. The gap should be 0.028 ~ 0.031 in (0.7 ~ 0.8 mm). Cor

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER39FUELFuel InformationThis engine is certified to operate on unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or highe

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER40RefuelingFuel tank capacity: 0.29 US gal (1.1 liter)Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.R

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER41CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENTSBlade Control Lever Adjustment1. Push the button down on the blade control lever and measure

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER42Drive Clutch Cable AdjustmentTXA (gear transmission)1. Measure free play at the top of the lever, as shown. Free play

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER43HXA (hydrostatic transmission)1. With the engine stopped, position the control cable bands as shown.2. Pull the shift

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER44Shift Cable Adjustment (SXA gear transmission)Shift cable adjustment is necessary if the shift lever does not operate

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER45Throttle Cable InspectionThrottle cable adjustment is necessary if the throttle lever does not operate the choke prop

SERVICING YOUR HONDA LAWN MOWER46GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENTGrass Bag CleaningWash the bag with a garden hose, and allow it to dry completely b

47STORAGESTORAGE PREPARATIONProper storage preparation is essential for keeping your lawn mower trouble free and looking good. The following steps wil

CONTENTS3LAWNMOWER SAFETY... 4IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ...

STORAGE483. With the mower in an upright position, start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to evaporat

STORAGE49FuelGasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel sy

STORAGE50Draining the Carburetor and Fuel Tank1. Make sure the fuel valve is OFF (see page 9). Remove the carburetor drain bolt with a 10 mm wrench, a

STORAGE51Engine CylinderRemove the spark plug (see page 37). Pour a tablespoon (5 ~ 10 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rop

STORAGE52PLACING IN STORAGEIf your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasolin

53TRANSPORTINGBEFORE LOADINGIf the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes before loading the mower on the transport vehicle

54TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSENGINE PROBLEMSEngine Will Not Start Possible Cause Correction1.Check control positions.Fuel valve OFF. Turn fuel

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS55VIBRATION PROBLEMSMOWING AND BAGGING PROBLEMSExcessive Vibration Possible Cause Correction1.Check mower deck and b

56TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATIONTECHNICAL INFORMATIONSerial NumbersRecord the engine and frame serial numbers (locations are shown on pages 7 an

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION57Spark Arrester Service (optional equipment)Your lawn mower engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester.

4LAWN MOWER SAFETYIMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATIONMost accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual an

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION58Oxygenated FuelsSome conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION59EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMSource of EmissionsThe combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, a

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION60Air IndexAn Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION61Replacement PartsThe emission control systems on your new Honda engine were designed, built, and certified to co

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION62SPECIFICATIONSMower ModelDimensions, Weights and CapacitiesEngine Design and PerformanceHRB216TXA Honda rotary m

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION63Transmission Design and PerformanceMaintenanceTuneupTransmission Type 3 speed, manual shift Hydrostatic, fluid-d

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION64CONSUMER INFORMATIONFind an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer in Your AreaCall (800) 426-7701, or visit the Find

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TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION66Distributor's Limited WarrantyTo Qualify for this Warranty:The product must be purchased in the United Stat

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION67Emission Control System WarrantyYour new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with both the U.S. EPA and State

LAWN MOWER SAFETY5Operating Near RoadsAlways watch for vehicle traffic when operating the mower near roads and driveways. Never operate the mower on p

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION68Warranty Coverage: Honda power equipment engines manufactured after January 1, 1995 and sold in the State of Cal

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION69Exclusions: FAILURES OTHER THAN THOSE RESULTING FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL OR WORKMANSHIP ARE NOT COVERED BY THIS

TECHNICAL & CONSUMER INFORMATION70Warranty Service InformationHonda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be

71INDEXAAccessories. See PartsAir Cleaner Service ... 36Air Filter Part Number ... 65Air Index...

INDEX72OOilCapacity ... 62Change... 34Level Check...

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LAWN MOWER SAFETY6SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONSThese labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label come

7CONTROLS & FEATURESCOMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONSUse these illustrations to locate and identify the most frequently used controls.HANDLEBARSHI