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Thank you for purchasing a Honda lawn mower. This manual describes operation and maintenance of Honda HR 195SXA rotary mowers. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Power Equipment Mfg., Inc. 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 is a permanent part of the mower,
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CONTENTS 1. SAFETY.. ......................................... 4 4 ............................... Safety Label Locations 5 ................................... Safety Information 7 .......................... Important Message to Parents 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 ........................................ 10 3. CONTROLS 10 Fuel Valve ........................................ 10 Throttle Lever ..................................
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CONTENTS 7. MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 8. ,TRANSPORTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 .35 9. MAINTENANCE ................................... 35 Maintenance Schedule .............................. 36 Engine Oil Change .................................. 38 Air Cleaner Service ................................ .40 Spark Plug Service ............................... ........... 41 Spark Arrester M
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1. SAFETY Read all safety instructions before operating the mower. UNDER NORMAL USAGE, THIS BAG MATERIAL DO NOTSTART UNLESS REAR DOOR IS SUBJECT TO DETERIORATION AND WEAR IS CLOSED OR BAG ISIN PLACE. AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUENTLY FOR n READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. BAG REPLACEMENT. THIS BAG CONFORMS I DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG CAP BEFORE CUTTER TO ANY REPLACEMENT MUST MEET THIS DECK AND CUTTER BLADE SERVICING. l DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO STAND IN FRONT OF MOWER. STANDARD. .
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1. SAFETY SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these precautions: Operator Responsibility l Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all controls. l Be sure that anyone who operates the lawn mower receives proper instruction. Allowing anyone, especially children, to operate the mower without proper instruction may result in serious injury. l Wear long pants and protective footwear. Operating the mow
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1. SAFETY Fire and Burn Hazards Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Use extreme care when handling gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. l Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Keep flames and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area. l Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, tighten the filler cap securely. If any fuel is spilled, make sure
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1. SAFETY IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS YOUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT to Honda. That’s why we urge you to read this message before letting your youngster operate this lawn mower. Lawn mowers are tools, not toys. As with any equipment, bad judgments can result in serious injuries. You can help prevent accidents by making good decisions about it when, and how your youngster operates this equipment. The first question you’ll need to ask is whether your youngster is capable of ope
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ROTO-STOP BUTTON ROTO-STOP LEVER \ / \ / m”“““’ BAR DISCHARGE GUARD FUEL TANK CAP CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER SERIAL \ I MUFFLER NUMBER OIL (on back FILLER of engine) CAP OIL DRAIN BOLT Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 57). Frame serial number: - - - Engine serial number: GXV140- __ -
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ROTO-STOP LEVER ROM-STOP RI Il-rnN \ HANDLEBAR DRIVE CLUTCH SHIFT LEVER ,,“, L ’ iHR07-r~~ LEVER RECOIL STARTER / J HANDLEBAR WI CUlTlNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER ADJUSTMENT AIR CLEANER SPARK FiJEL VALVE PLUG CAP \ CARBURETOR 9
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3. CONTROLS FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the connection between the fuel tank and the carburetor. The fuel valve must be in the ON position for the engine to run. When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding, and to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. M Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode, causing injury or death. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position when the mow
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3. CONTROLS ROTO-STOP LEVER The ROTO-STOP lever operates the blade brake/clutch mechanism. It is used to start and stop the blade. To put the blade into operation, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, then push the lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. Releasing the ROTO-STOP lever will stop the blade. Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete motion, so the blade drive is always either fully engaged or stopped. This will help to prevent stalling the en
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3. CONTROLS DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER This lever operates the clutch to drive the rear wheels that propel the mower. To propel the mower, push the drive clutch lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. Release the lever to disengage the drive. To propel the mower and operate the blade at the same time, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, push the ROTO-STOP lever forward, then push the drive clutch lever forward. NOTE: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the
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3. CONTROLS SHIFT LEVER The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. Move the shift lever to select the pace at which you wish to mow. NOTE: l The mower will lurch if you shift gears while the drive clutch is engaged. Release the drive clutch lever before moving the shift lever. l To avoid incomplete gear engagement, be sure the shift lever is centered in one of the three detent positions. MAXIMUM SPEED: Position 1 f?/sec (SLOW): 2.6 (0.8 m/set) 2 Position (MEDIUM): 3.9 ft
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3. CONTROLS CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVERS 314 in. serious injury. Stop the engine before (2.0 cm) adjusting cutting height. l-114 in. / (3.3 cm) /i There are six cutting height settings: / / l-314 in. (4.5 cm) 3/4 in (2.0 cm), l-1/4 in (3.2 cm), l-3/4 in (4.4 cm), 2- l/4 in (5.5 cm), 2-114 in. 2-5/8 in (6.6 cm), and 3 in (7.7 cm). (5.6 cm) These are approximate figures, as the 2-5/B in. actual height of cut grass will vary (6.7 cm) with lawn and soil conditions. 3 in. (
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4. ATTACHMENTS Honda HR195 mowers are provided with a grass bag as standard equipment. You can operate the mower with the grass bag installed to collect the grass clippings, or with the grass bag removed (or optional side-discharge chute installed) if you wish to leave the grass clippings on the lawn. When attachments are removed, the discharge guard automatically closes to protect the operator from objects that may be thrown by the blade. NOTE: l When mowing without attachments, the clo
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4. ATTACHMENTS A side-discharge chute is available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers. It attaches to the cutter deck in place of the standard grass bag. SIDE-DISCHARGE CHUTE (optional) CHUTE 16
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5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check the following items before starting the engine. BLADE Turn the fuel valve OFF, and tilt the mower to the right, so the carburetor side is up. NOTE: Hard starting and fuel leakage may result if the mower is tilted with the carburetor side down. Inspect the blade for wear and BLhDE damage. BOLTS BENT NORMAL EXCESSIVELY WORN A dull blade can be sharpened, but a blade that is worn out, bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged must be replaced. A worn or damag
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5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK GRASS BAG Check that the grass bag is in good condition and not clogged. A clogged grass bag will not collect grass efficiently. When the bag needs cleaning, wash it with a garden hose, and allow it to dry thoroughly before use; a wet bag will clog quickly. The grass bag wears during normal use and will eventually require replacement. If you operate the mower with a damaged or worn out bag, objects picked up by the blade may be thrown through the bag material. m
