Page 2 - LAWN MOWER SAFETY; IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS
2 LAWN MOWER SAFETY 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 Ro...
Page 4 - IS YOUR LAWN MOWER READY TO GO?; Check the General Condition of the Lawn Mower; • Look around and underneath the lawn mower for signs of oil or; Check the Engine; • Check the fuel level (page 12). Starting with a full tank will help; CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA; Objects; WARNING
4 CONTROL LOCATIONS BEFORE OPERATION Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will 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 its operation be...
Page 5 - GET THE MOWER READY; Handlebar Height Adjustment; IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTION
5 GET THE MOWER READY Handlebar Height Adjustment Adjust handlebar height for a comfortable operating position (page 3). Clip Director® Adjust the Clip Director knob in any one of the ten positions to achieve the desired mowing results. To adjust the Clip Director knob, pull the knob downward and to...
Page 6 - Grass Bag; Inspection; OPERATION; MOWING PRECAUTIONS; LAWN; STARTING THE ENGINE
6 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 ...
Page 7 - Turn the key switch to the; NOTICE; When the engine starts, release the key switch and allow it to; OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING; Throttle Lever
7 Model HRX217HMA:(Electric start) 4. Turn the key switch to the START position and hold it there until the engine starts. NOTICE Do not use the starter for more than 5 seconds or starter motor damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, release the switch and wait 10 seconds before operating th...
Page 8 - Slopes; Distributor’s Limited Warranty; Gravel and Loose Objects
8 STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release the drive clutch and blade control levers. 2. On the HRX217HXA model, move the throttle lever to STOP. On the HRX217HMA model, turn the key switch to the OFF position. 3. When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. SAFE MOWING PRACTICES For...
Page 9 - MAINTENANCE SAFETY; Safety Precautions; Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Interval
9 SERVICING YOUR LAWN MOWER Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help you properly care for your mower, the following pages include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and simple maintenance procedur...
Page 10 - BLADES; Blade Removal and Installation; Blade Removal
10 BLADES Inspection 1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position (page 6) and disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug (page 12). 2. Tilt the mower to the right so the air cleaner side is up. This will help prevent fuel leakage and hard starting. 3. Inspect the blades for wear and damage. A ...
Page 11 - GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT; Grass Bag Cleaning; Bag Removal; ENGINE MAINTENANCE; Engine Oil Level Check; without screwing it; Engine Oil Change
11 GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT Grass Bag Cleaning Wash the bag with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely before use; a wet bag will clog quickly. Grass Bag Replacement Replace a worn or damaged bag with a Honda replacement bag or its equivalent (page 19). Bag Removal 1. Unclip the pla...
Page 12 - Air Cleaner Service; Spark Plug Service; Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.; REFUELING
12 Air Cleaner Service A dirty air filter restricts air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (page 9). NOTICE Operating the engine without an air filter or with a ...
Page 14 - TRANSPORTING; PREPARING FOR STORAGE; Cleaning; Engine; Drying
14 4. Plug the charger into a standard 120 Vac power outlet and let the battery charge for 20 to 24 hours. The charger may become slightly warm during charging. This is normal. NOTICE Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours or the battery may be damaged. Disconnect the battery charger from ...
Page 15 - Fuel; Adding a Fuel Stabilizer; Engine Oil; Engine Cylinder; Handlebar Folding; PLACING IN STORAGE
15 Fuel Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If the gasoline in your mower deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced....
Page 16 - REMOVING FROM STORAGE; Check your mower as described in; Engine Will Not Start; TECHNICAL INFORMATION; Serial Number Locations
16 REMOVING FROM STORAGE Check your mower as described in BEFORE OPERATION (page 4). If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and deteriora...
Page 17 - EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM; Source of Emissions
17 CARBURETOR MODIFICATION FOR HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATION At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. Operation at an altitude that ...
Page 18 - AIR INDEX; Emission Control System Warranty; SPECIFICATIONS; Mower Model; Descriptive Term
18 AIR INDEX An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board.The bar graph is intended to provide you, our customer, the ability to compare the emissions performanc...
Page 19 - CONSUMER INFORMATION; DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION; Honda Publications; DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY; Replacement Parts
19 CONSUMER INFORMATION REPLACEMENT PARTS, OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE ITEMS Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of these (or other) genuine, original Honda items for your lawn mower. DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION To find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the...
Page 20 - To Qualify for this Warranty:; To Obtain Warranty Service:
20 To Qualify For This Warranty: The product must be purchased in the United States, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands from American Honda or a dealer authorized by American Honda to sell those products. This warranty applies to the first retail purchaser and each subsequent owner during the a...
Page 21 - EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY; Your Warranty Rights and Obligations:; California
21 consequential damages, so the above exclusions and limitations may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights, which vary from state to state. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA...
Page 22 - Emission Control System Warranty Parts:
22 Emission Control System Warranty Parts: SYSTEMS COVEREDBY THIS WARRANTY PARTS DESCRIPTION Fuel Metering Carburetor assembly, (includes starting enrichment system), Engine temperature sensor, Engine control module, Fuel regulator, Intake manifold Evaporative Fuel tank, Fuel cap, Fuel hoses, Vapor ...
Page 23 - Notes