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OWNER’S MANUAL
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HRC7113 TruGear
Mid-size Commercial Mower
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                        The engine exhaust from this product  contains chemicals known to the State  of California to cause cancer, birth  defects, or other reproductive harm.  Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time, and make sure  the manual stays with the commercial mower if you sell it.  This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the commercial mower and  should remain with the mower if resold.  The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at t
                    
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                        r  INTRODUCTION  Congratulations on your selection of a Honda commercial mower! We are 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 the information on how to do that; please read it  carefully.  As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a -1  symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your mowe
                    
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                        A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY  Your safety and the safety of others is very important. And using this lawn mower  safely is an important responsibility.  To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating  procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information  alerts you to the potential hazards that could hurt you or others.  Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards  associated with operating or maintaining a com
                    
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                        INTRODUCTION  Contents  2  A Few Words About Safety. ...... .........................  3  ................. .........................  CONTENTS.  5  ............ .........................  MOWER SAFETY.  ............. ......................... 5  Safety Information  ......................... 6  Important Message to Employers. ..  7  .........................  Safety Label Locations. .........  9  CONTROLS & INDICATORS .... .........................  9  ......... .........................  Locati
                    
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                        INTRODUCTION  ..3 2  Sparkplug.. ......................................  .33  .....................................  Valve Clearance.  .........................................  .34  Carburetor.  ....................................... .34  Throttle Cable  .................................... .35  Lubrication Points.  .............................. .35  Control Linkage Adjustment  ................................. .36  Brake Lining Thickness  Tires...............................................3
                    
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                        SAFETY INFORMATION  Most accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all  instructions in this manual and on the mower. The most common hazards,  according to accident statistics, are discussed below, along with the best way to  protect yourself and others.  Avoid Rotating Blades  A rotating blade can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers, hands, toes,  or feet. Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running. If you  need to work around the deck to clear
                    
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                        MOWER SAFETY  IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS  As an employer, you have special responsibilities to the people who work for you.  Before you ask anyone to operate this mower, you need to determine whether the  person is old enough, large enough, and strong enough to safely handle and  control the mower.  Then be sure the employee reads and understands all instructions and warnings  in this manual and on the labels before operating the mower.  Allow adequate time for hands-on training by a qualifi
                    
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                        MOWER SAFETY  SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS  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 vour Honda  Commercial Mower dealer for a replacement.  7                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                               
                    
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                        MOWER SAFETY  8                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     
                    
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                        Controls & Indicators  LOCATIONS  FUEL FILLER  ENGINE OIL FILL  FRONT WHEEL  ADJUSTMENT SPACERS  MOWER DECK  SERIAL NUMBER  SUPPORT BAR  TRANSMISSION  DIRECTION  SHIFT LEVER  CONTROL LEVERS  FORWARD  BLADE CONTROL-  PRESENCE  LEVERS  CARBURETOR FUEL  VALVE  REVERSE  \  PRESENCE  Y LEVER  DECK HEI  LEVER  9                                                                                                                                                                                                 
                    
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                        CONTROLS & INDICATORS  CONTROLS  Fuel Valve  This valve is located on the carburetor and  allows fuel to flow to the engine. Push it  toward the engine to ON to allow fuel to flow,  or pull it outward for OFF.  The fuel valve located at the fuel tank should  be used to shut off the fuel only when  changing the fuel filter.  ignition Switch  The ignition switch controls the engine ignition system. Turn the key clockwise to  the ON position, or turn the key counter clockwise to the OFF position.  
                    
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                        CONTROLS & INDICATORS  Operator Presence Levers  The three operator presence levers are part of the safety interlock system. There  is a lever at each forward direction control lever and one above the reverse  support bar. When the blade control is ON, you must hold at least one lever down.  Before shifting into reverse, you must hold the reverse presence lever down. In  either case if you don’t hold the appropriate lever, the engine will stop.  Parking Brake  The parking brake locks the brakes 
                    
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                        Transporting and Storing  TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER  Use a loading ramp to get the mower on and off the vehicle. Be sure both the  ramps and vehicle are able to support the weight of the mower and operator.  When the mower is in position, turn the fuel valve OFF to prevent the possibility of  fuel leaking.  Tie the mower down, front and rear, with ropes or straps. You may use the front  caster brackets and holes in the rear of the engine bed to tie the mower down. Be  careful not to damage linkage
                    
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                        TRANSPORTING AND STORING  After washing the mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces.  Start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating  temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine.  While the engine is running, hold an operator presence lever and operate the  blade control lever to expel water from the blade pulleys, spindles, and other  mower deck areas. Allow the blades to spin for several minutes to ensure that no  water remains.  Stop the engine and 
                    
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                        TRANSPORTING AND STORING  Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor  1. Loosen the carburetor drain screw and turn  the fuel valve ON.  \  DRAIN SCREW  Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive.  You can be burned or seriously injured when  handling fuel.  l Keep heat, sparks, and flame away.  l Handle fuel only outdoors.  l Wipe up spills immediately.  2. Drain the fuel into an approved gasoline container. Reinstall the drain screw.  Engine Oil  1. Change the engine oil (page 30).  2. Remove the s
                    
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                        TRANSPORTING AND STORING  STORAGE PRECAUTIONS  If your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is  important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated  storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a  furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-  producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated.  If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promo
                    
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                        Before Mowing  CHECK THE MOWER  For your safety and the service life of your equipment, always inspect your mower  before using it. Before beginning your pre-operation check, be sure:  l The mower is parked on a level surface.  l The blade control lever is disengaged and the transmission shift lever is in  NEUTRAL.  l The ignition switch is off and the key is removed.  Walk around the mower and check its general condition. Look around and  underneath it for signs of fluid leaks. Remove any exces
                    
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                        BEFORE MOWING  Tire Pressure  Check the tires for proper inflation (page 36 ).  CHECK THE LAWN  For your safety and the safety of others, always inspect the area before mowing.  Objects  Anything which can be picked up by the blades and thrown is a potential hazard to  you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks, bones, and wire, and remove  them from the mowing area.  People  People and animals near the mowing area can move into your mowing path or  into a position where they could be s