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OWNER’S MANUAL
HRC216PDA
LAWN MOWER
Before operating the mower for the first time, please read this 
Owner’s Manual. Even if you have operated other mowers, 
take time to become familiar with how this mower works and 
practice in a safe area until you build up your skills.
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Air Filter.................................................. 13 Find a Dealer..........................................20 Oil Change..............................................13
Blades..........................
                    
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                         WARNING  WELCOME The engine exhaust from this product contains  chemicals known to the State of California to cause  Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn mower! We are  cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest  lawn mowers on the market. We want to help you get the best results  from your new mower and to operate it safely. This manual contains  Important Message to Parents information on how to do that; plea
                    
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                        Safety Label Locations PARTS AND CONTROLS  These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious  injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to  read, contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement. BLADE CONTROL LEVER (P. 9) HANDLEBAR THROTTLE LEVER  (P. 15) DISCHARGE GUARD  FUEL TANK  CAP  SPARK PLUG  CAP (P. 14) GRASS BAG (P. 13) OIL FILLER  CAP (P. 8) MUFFLER REAR CUTTING HEIGHT  ADJUSTMENT LEVER (2) (P. 7) RECOIL KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY ST
                    
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                        Adjust the Handlebar INITIAL MOWER SETUP 1. Pry open the right side handle support hanger, and place it over  the right handle above the starter rope guide. Squeeze the ends  together. Make sure the ribs are facing out, as shown. List of Parts STARTER ROPE  GUIDE With help from an assistant, carefully remove the mower and loose  parts from the carton and compare the loose parts against the  RIBS  following list. Contact the authorized Honda dealer from whom you  OUT purchased the mower if any of
                    
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                        7. Insert the stud on one end of one handle support plate into the  13.Install an 8 mm self-locking nut on each stud.  lower hole in the right side of the housing. 14.Tighten the lock nuts on the studs at each end of both handle  support plates. 15.Position cable ties at the locations shown. CABLE TIES STUD HANDLE  SUPPORT  PLATE 10 in (250 mm) 3 in (75 mm) 8. Insert the stud on one end of the other handle support plate into  12 in (300 mm) the lower hole in the left side of the housing. 9. Tilt
                    
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                        Assemble the Grass Bag and Lid BEFORE EACH OPERATION 1. Insert the grass bag  LID joint through the lid  PUSH NUT (2) and grass bag frame.  Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will  Secure with a push  significantly reduce your risk of injury. nut on each end of  Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and  the grass bag joint.  how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and its operation before you  begin using it. Know ho
                    
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                        Rear Shield During normal use the rear shield is subject to deterioration and wear. 4 in (100 mm) Remove the grass bag and raise the discharge guard to check the 3-1/2 in (89 mm) 3 in (76 mm) rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn,  2-1/2 in (63 mm) have it replaced by your authorized Honda servicing dealer. 2 in (51 mm) 1-1/2 in (39 mm) 1 in (25 mm) 3/4 in (19 mm) DISCHARGE GUARD REAR WHEEL FRONT WHEEL CUTTING  HEIGHT  ADJUSTMENT  LEVER (4) REAR SHIELD Grass Bag
                    
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                        MAINTENANCE” on page 19 for information regarding fuel  Check the Oil Level deterioration. 1. Unscrew and remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe it clean. 1. Remove the fuel tank cap. 2. Insert and remove the  2. Add fuel to the bottom of the red fuel level gauge in the neck of  dipstick without  the fuel tank. Do not overfill. Wipe up spilled fuel before starting  screwing it into the  the engine. filler neck. Check the oil  level shown on the  RED FUEL dipstick. LEVEL 3. If the oil level is l
                    
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                        Avoid Obstacles  WARNING Gravel, loose stones, and landscaping material can be picked up by  the mower and thrown many feet with enough force to cause serious  The blades are sharp and spin at high speed. A spinning blade  personal injury and/or property damage. The best way to prevent  can cut you severely and can amputate fingers and toes. potential injury from thrown objects is to release the blade control  • Wear protective footwear. lever to stop the blades before reaching areas with grave
                    
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                        Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine The blades turn when you start the engine. Start the engine in a clear 1. Move the throttle lever to  or mowed area where the blades can turn freely. the SLOW position. 2. Release the blade control  1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON  lever to stop the engine. position. BLADE CONTROL  LEVER ON FUEL  VALVE 3. When the mower is not in  OFF 2. Move the throttle lever to the use, turn the fuel valve to  proper starting position. the OFF position. 4. Clean your m
                    
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                        2. Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.  WARNING 3. These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda servicing  dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically  Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and  proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual for service procedures.  precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. See Honda Publications on page 20 for ordering information. Always follow the procedures and precautions in this manual. Fai
                    
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                        The blade bolts and washers are specially designed for this  Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection application. When replacing bolts and washers, use only Honda  Inspect the blade bolts for any signs of damage Genuine replacement parts. INSPECT WASHERS  or looseness. If they are damaged, they must  AND BOLT HEADS UPPER BLADE be replaced. FOR LOOSENESS  If they appear loose, a torque wrench must be  used to accurately tighten the blade bolts to the  required torque. If you do not have a torque  wrench, 
                    
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                        A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering your  Oil Change engine. Dirt entering the carburetor can be drawn into small passages  Change the oil after the first month or 5 hours of use. Thereafter,  in the carburetor and cause premature engine wear. These small  change the oil every 6 months or 50 hours of use. Change the oil  passages can become blocked, causing starting or running problems.  more frequently when used under heavy load or high outdoor  NOTICE temperat
                    
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                        3. Check for carbon deposits on the spark arrester and the exhaust  Spark Plug port. Use a brush to remove any carbon deposits from the  Replace the spark plug every 2 years or after 150 hours of use. screen. Replace the screen if it is torn or damaged. 4. Installation is the reverse of removal. Tighten all hardware  Recommended Spark Plug: NGK - BPR5ES securely.  NOTICE 5. Reconnect the spark plug cap. An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. For good performance, the spark plug must be
                    
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                        Throttle Cable Inspection STORAGE Throttle cable adjustment is necessary if the throttle lever does not  operate the choke properly. You can inspect choke operation by observing the movement of the Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your lawn mower  choke arm, which is located on top of the carburetor. trouble free and looking good. To help keep rust and corrosion from  impairing your lawn mower’s function and appearance, and to make  1. Move the throttle lever to  the engine ea
                    
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                        Grass Bag  Fuel filter restricted, Take the mower to an authorized  carburetor malfunction, Honda servicing dealer for repair. Remove the bag from the mower, and wash it with a garden hose or  ignition malfunction, valves  pressure washer. Allow the bag to dry completely before storage. stuck, etc. Drying Loss of Power  After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Place the mower with its wheels on a level surface. Start the engine  Possible Cause Correction outdoors and let i
                    
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                        Emission Control System TECHNICAL INFORMATION Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of  Serial Number Locations nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of  nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they  react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight. Carbon  monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic. ENGINE SERIAL  NUMBER  Honda utilizes appropriate air/fuel ratios and other emissions co
                    
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                        Engine Design and Performance  Air Index An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified Engine Model GSV160 to an emission durability time period in accordance with the  4-stroke, overhead-cam,  requirements of the California Air Resources Board. Engine Type single-cylinder, forced air-cooled The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to  Displacement 9.8 cu in (161 cc) compare the emissions performance of available engines. The lower  the Air In
                    
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                        FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE When maintained properly, your Honda lawn mower should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system. However,  gasoline can quickly deteriorate, causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel system. Most fuel-related  problems can be avoided by following the precautions listed below. Fuel system damage and engine performance problems resulting from  deteriorated fuel are not covered by the Distributor’s Limited Warra
                    
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                        How to Contact Honda CUSTOMER INFORMATION Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained  professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may  have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to  Parts, Accessories, and Service Items your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's management.  The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all  Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of  problems are solved in this wa