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Owner’s Manual
Rotary Mower
HRB216TDA
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EM3
POM53249-C
IPC
10000.2002.04
31VE2752
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QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION B WARNING: B Fuel type Unleaded gasoline with a pump The engine exhaust from this product octane of 86 or higher contains chemicals known to the State capacity 0.29 U.S. gallon (1.1 liter) of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Engine Oil type SAE 10W-30 capacity 0.58 U.S. quart (0.55 liter) Spark Plug type Regular: NGK- BP6ES, Denso – W20EP-U Resistor: NGK PBR6ES, Denso – W20EPR-U gap 0.02
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INTRODUCTION Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn 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 NOTICE symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your mower, other prop
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INTRODUCTION 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 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
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CONTENTS LAWNMOWER SAFETY ............................................................................4 IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION ..................................................4 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS.................................................................6 CONTROLS & FEATURES ........................................................................7 COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS..............................................7 BEFORE OPERATION ......................................
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LAWNMOWER SAFETY IMPORTANT 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 Rotating blades 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 adjust the
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LAWNMOWER SAFETY Operating Near Roads Always watch for vehicle traffic when operating the mower near roads and driveways. Never operate the mower on public roads. Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the mower quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all mower controls. Never permit anyone to operate the mower without proper instruction. Do not let children operate the mower. If people or pets suddenly appear in front of the mower while it is in operation, immediately release the
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LAWNMOWER 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 an authorized Honda servicing dealer for a replacement. CAUTION UNDER UNDERN NORMAL ORMALU USAGE, SAGE,THIS THISBAG BAGMA MATERIAL TERIAL IS ISSUBJECT SUBJECTTTO OD DETERIORA ETERIORATION TIONAND ANDW WEAR, EAR, AND ANDSSHOULD HOULDBE BECHECKED CHECKEDFREQUENTL FREQUENTLYYFOR FOR BAG BAGREPLACEMENT REPLACEMENT
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CONTROLS & FEATURES COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS Use these illustrations to locate and identify the most frequently used controls. HANDLEBAR SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE LEVER DISCHARGE GUARD FUEL TANK CAP RECOIL STARTER GRIP GRASS BAG HANDLEBAR LOCKING KNOB (2) ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER OIL FILLER CAP CUTTING HEIGHT MUFFLER ADJUSTMENT LEVERS 7
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CONTROLS & FEATURES FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER SPARK PLUG CAP MODEL NAME AND FRAME SERIAL NUMBER LABEL FUEL VALVE CARBURETOR AIR CLEANER MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. MODEL: HRB216TDA AG SERIAL NO: MAAA — 1XXXXXXX 8
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CONTROLS & FEATURES Fuel Valve The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel passage from the fuel tank to the carburetor. OFF FUEL VALVE ON Throttle Lever The throttle lever controls engine speed and opens and closes the choke. THROTTLE LEVER CHOKE Closes the choke; use when starting a cold engine. FAST For restarting a warm engine and for mowing. SLOW For idling the engine. 9
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CONTROLS & FEATURES Flywheel Brake Lever This lever is connected to the FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER engine flywheel brake and the ignition switch. The engine will not start unless this lever is pushed forward. Drive Clutch Lever The drive clutch lever engages FLYWHEEL BRAKE LEVER and disengages the transmission speed selected by the shift lever (page 11). The drive clutch lever operates like a traditional clutch and should always be fully engaged or released in a smooth, even motion. The flywheel brake
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CONTROLS & FEATURES Shift Lever The shift lever selects and controls the mower’s drive speed. 1 (slow) For mowing thick grass or maneuvering in small areas. 2 (medium) For intermediate self-propelled mowing speed. 3 (fast) For maximum self-propelled transport speed. 1(SLOW) 2 (MEDIUM) 3(FAST) SHIFT LEVER Cutting Height Adjustment Levers Each wheel of the mower can be adjusted to one of six settings. The cutting height figures are approximate. The actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn an
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BEFORE OPERATION ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED? Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury. Knowledge Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and its operation before you begin using it. Know how to quickly shut off the lawn mower in case of an emergency. IS YOUR LAWNMOWER READY TO GO? For your safety, and to maximize the service life of yo
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BEFORE OPERATION Check the General Condition of the Lawn Mower: Look around and underneath the lawn mower for signs of oil or gasoline leaks. Look for signs of damage. Check each control for proper operation. Check the blades for wear. Replace as necessary (page 31). Check that the blade bolts are tight (page 32). Check that all nuts, bolts, screws are tightened. Check the Engine Check the air cleaner (page 35) and oil level (page 34). Check the fuel level (page 38). Starting with
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BEFORE OPERATION GET THE MOWER READY Handlebar Height Adjustment 1. Adjust handlebar height for a comfortable operating position. 2. Loosen the handlebar locking knobs. Spread the lower ends of the handlebar to release the locating pins. 3. Move the handlebar up or down, so the locating pins engage other holes on the handlebar mounting brackets. 4. Tighten the handlebar locking knobs securely. HIGH MID HANDLEBAR LOW LOCKING KNOB (2) Mulching Plug DISCHARGE GUARD The mulching plug contours the mo
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BEFORE OPERATION Grass Bag A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the bag, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the grass bag before it becomes filled to the limit of its capacity. Bagging performance will diminish after the bag becomes about 90% filled. Also, the bag is easier to empty when it is not packed full. Inspection Inspect the grass bag for tears, holes, and excessive wear. The grass bag wears during normal use and will eventually require replacement. G
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BEFORE OPERATION Cutting Height ADJUSTMENT LEVERS Bagging/Side-Discharge: Move all four adjustment levers to the same position. Mulching: Move the front adjustment levers one position higher than the rear levers. To adjust cutting height, pull each ADJUSTMENT LEVER adjustment lever toward the wheel, and move it into another notch. If you are not sure what cutting height to select, start with a high setting and check the appearance of the lawn after mowing a small area. Then readjust cutting heig
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OPERATION MOWING PRECAUTIONS Before operating the mower for the first time, please review IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (page 4) and the previous chapter, BEFORE OPERATION (page 12). 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. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such as a garage. Your mower’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas which can
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OPERATION 3. Press the flywheel brake lever FLYWHEEL against the handlebar and BRAKE LEVER hold them together firmly. Pull the starter grip lightly until you STARTER feel resistance, then pull GRIP briskly. Return the starter grip gently. 4. If the CHOKE position was used during starting, move the THROTTLE LEVER throttle lever away from the CHOKE position as soon as the engine warms up enough to run smoothly without use of FAST the choke. Set the throttle lever at FAST to mow or at CHOKE SLOW to
