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OWNER’S MANUAL
HRS216PDA
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.................................................. 10 Find a Dealer..........................................17 Oil Change..............................................10
Blade...........................
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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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PARTS AND CONTROLS INITIAL MOWER SETUP BLADE CONTROL Adjust the Handlebar LEVER 1. Loosen the two locking knobs on the lower handlebar enough to raise the handlebar into the mowing position. THROTTLE LEVER 2. Depress the blade control lever while raising the handlebar BLADE CONTROL LEVER FUEL TANK CAP RECOIL STARTER LOCKING GRIP KNOB (2) 3. Tighten the locking knobs securely. HANDLEBAR Add Engine Oil LOCKING KNOB (2) The mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine. Remove the oil filler
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Rear Shield BEFORE EACH OPERATION During normal use the rear shield is subject to deterioration and wear. Check the rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn, have it replaced by your authorized Honda Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will servicing dealer. significantly reduce your risk of injury. Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and
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Side Discharge Chute Add Fuel The mower can be used to This engine is certified to operate on regular gasoline with a pump mulch or side discharge octane rating of 86 or higher. SIDE grass clippings. DISCHARGE Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. GUARD To mulch, make sure the Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. side discharge chute is not installed, and the side You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10% discharge guard o
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Refuel With Care OPERATION Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine OFF. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed Always store gasoline in an approved container. area, such as a garage. Your mower’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas, which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area Wear Protective C
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Operating the Controls SERVICING YOUR MOWER Blade Control Lever The blade control lever must be Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and BLADE CONTROL LEVER pulled back against the trouble-free operation. It also helps reduce air pollution. handlebar to start and run the engine. The blade starts to rotate WARNING when the lever is pulled back against the handlebar and the Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before recoil starter grip is pulled. oper
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Maintenance Schedule Before 5hours First 50 hours 100 hours 150 hours each use of use or 25 hours of use or of use or of use or Item Action See page first month of use every every year every two 6months years Rear shield Check 4 O Blade Inspect 9 O Blade mounting bolts Inspect 9 O Engine oil Check 5 O (2) Change 10 O O OO Air filter Check O (1) (1) (1) Clean O O O 10 Replace O Blade control operation Check 11 OO Spark plug Check O 11 Replace O Spark arrester (optional Clean 11 O part) (3) Fue
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Blade Inspection Blade Replacement 1. Turn the fuel valve OFF (page 3). 1. Remove the two blade bolts with a 14 mm (6 point) socket wrench. Use a wooden block to prevent the blade from turning 2. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug (page 11). when removing the bolts. Remove the blade. 3. Tilt the mower to the right side, so the fuel cap side is up. This will help to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor BLADE HOLDER flooding. 4. Inspect the blade for damage,
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ONDA ONDA Oil Change Air Filter Change the oil after the first month or 5 hours of use. Thereafter, Clean the air filter after the first 25 hours of use. Thereafter, clean the change the oil every 6 months or 50 hours of use. Change the oil filter every 6 months or 50 hours of use. Clean the filter more often more frequently when used under heavy load or high outdoor when used in dusty areas. Replace the filter every 2 years or 150 temperatures. See “Engine Oil Recommendations” on this page f
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Spark Plug Spark Arrester (optional part) Replace the spark plug every 2 years or after 150 hours of use. The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed. Recommended Spark Plug: NGK - BPR5ES Your lawn mower engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester. NOTICE In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. An optional USDA An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. approved spa
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Cleaning TRANSPORTING Mower Deck Before washing the underside of the mower deck, stop the engine and If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Rest the mower on its right mower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can side, so the fuel cap side is up. This will help to prevent fuel leakage burn you and can ignite some materials. and hard starting due to carburetor flooding. Wear heavy gloves to Turn the
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Handlebar Loss of Power 1. Loosen the handlebar locking knobs. Possible Cause Correction 2. Press and hold the blade control lever. Throttle lever in wrong Set the throttle lever in the FAST 3. Swing the handlebar forward. position position (page 7) Prevent the cables from getting pinched or kinked. Grass is too tall Raise the cutting height (page 4), cut When unfolding the handlebar, be sure to tighten the locking knobs a narrower swath, use a slower to secure the handlebar in the mowing p
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Emission Control System TECHNICAL INFORMATION Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of Serial Number Locations 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. MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. Honda utilizes appropriate air/fuel ratios and oth
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Maintenance Air Index Fuel Unleaded gasoline with a pump page 5 An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified octane rating of 86 or higher containing to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. no more than 10% ethanol by volume The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to Capacity: 0.25 US gal (0.93 L) compare the emissions performance of available engines. The lower See
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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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Dealer Locator Information CUSTOMER INFORMATION To find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the United States: Visit http://powerequipment.honda.com and click on Find a Dealer. Parts, Accessories, and Service Items Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of How to Contact Honda these (or other) Honda Genuine items for your lawn mower. Honda Power Equipment servicing dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you
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