Honda 81320 VH7 810 - User Manual

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Page 2 – LAWN MOWER SAFETY; IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS
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 14). Starting with a full tank will help; CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA; Objects; WARNING
Page 5 – GET THE MOWER READY; Handlebar Height Adjustment; IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTION; Rear Shield
Page 6 – Grass Bag; Inspection; Cutting Height Adjustment; OPERATION; SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS; LAWN; STARTING THE ENGINE
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
Page 8 – Slopes; DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY; Gravel and Loose Objects
Page 9 – MAINTENANCE SAFETY; Safety Precautions; Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust; MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE; Interval
Page 10 – BLADES; Blade Removal and Installation; Blade Removal
Page 11 – Blade Installation; GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT; Grass Bag Cleaning; Bag Removal; ENGINE MAINTENANCE; Engine Oil Level Check; without; Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
Page 12 – Air Cleaner Service
Page 13 – Spark Plug Service; Incorrect spark plugs can cause engine damage.
Page 14 – REFUELING
Page 15 – TRANSPORTING; PREPARING FOR STORAGE; Cleaning; Engine; Drying
Page 16 – Fuel; Engine Oil; Engine Cylinder; Handlebar Folding; PLACING IN STORAGE; BEFORE OPERATION
Page 18 – TECHNICAL INFORMATION; Serial Number Locations; EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM; Source of Emissions
Page 19 – AIR INDEX; EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY; SPECIFICATIONS; Mower Model; Descriptive Term
Page 20 – CONSUMER INFORMATION; DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION; Honda Publications
Page 21 – DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY
Page 22 – YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS:; TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:
Page 23 – NOTES

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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.

We suggest you read the

DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY

(page 21) and

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY

(page 22) to fully understand coverage and your responsibilities of
ownership.

When your mower needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that
an authorized Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing
Honda mowers and is supported by the parts and service divisions of
American Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction
and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns.

Keep this owner’s manual handy so you can refer to it at any time.
This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the lawn
mower and should remain with the lawn mower if resold.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in
effect at the time of approval for printing. American Honda Motor Co.,
Inc. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change
specifications or design at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation whatever. No part of this publication may be
reproduced without written permission.

SAFETY MESSAGES

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
mower. This information alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt
you or others. Please read these messages carefully.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the
hazards associated with operating or maintaining a lawn mower. You
must use your own good judgment.

You will find important safety information in a variety of forms:

•

Safety Labels

– on the lawn mower.

•

Instructions

– how to use this mower correctly and safely.

•

Safety Messages

– preceded by a safety alert

symbol and one

of three signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These
signal words mean:

Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.

•

Damage Prevention Messages

– You will also see other

important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE. This
word means:

CONTENTS*

DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.

WARNING

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.

CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.

NOTICE

Your engine or other property can be
damaged if you don’t follow instructions.

INTRODUCTION...................................... 1

SAFETY MESSAGES .............................. 1

LAWN MOWER SAFETY......................... 2

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO

PARENTS ......................................... 2

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .......... 2

SETTING UP YOUR NEW MOWER........ 3

CONTROL LOCATIONS .......................... 4

BEFORE OPERATION ............................ 4

IS YOUR LAWN MOWER READY

TO GO? ............................................ 4

CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA ...... 4

GET THE MOWER READY.............. 5

OPERATION ............................................ 6

SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS 6

STARTING THE ENGINE................. 6

OPERATING THE CONTROLS

FOR MOWING.................................. 7

STOPPING THE ENGINE ................ 8

SAFE MOWING PRACTICES .......... 8

SERVICING YOUR LAWN MOWER ....... 9

MAINTENANCE SAFETY................. 9

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........... 9

BLADES.......................................... 10

GRASS BAG CLEANING AND

REPLACEMENT ............................. 11

ENGINE MAINTENANCE ............... 11

REFUELING ................................... 14

CHARGING THE BATTERY (HMA) 14

REPLACING THE FUSE (HMA) ... 15

TRANSPORTING ................................... 15

STORAGE .............................................. 15

TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED

PROBLEMS ........................................... 17

TECHNICAL INFORMATION ................. 18

SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS ..... 18

CARBURETOR

MODIFICATION FOR HIGH

ALTITUDE OPERATION ................ 18

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM .... 18

AIR INDEX ...................................... 19

SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 19

CONSUMER INFORMATION ................ 20

REPLACEMENT PARTS,

OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND

SERVICE ITEMS ............................ 20

DEALER LOCATION

INFORMATION ............................... 20

CUSTOMER SERVICE

INFORMATION ............................... 20

DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED

WARRANTY ................................... 21

ACCESSORIES, REPLACEMENT

PARTS, AND APPAREL

WARRANTY ................................... 21

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

WARRANTY ................................... 22

* For information regarding cable adjustment and how to mow your lawn, see
FAQs at www.hondapowerequipment.com/faq

OWNER’S MANUAL

HRX217HMA

HRX217HXA

IPC

WARNING:

The engine exhaust from this product contains

chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.

31VH7H42
00X31-VH7-H420

EM5

POM31VH7H42

IPC.XXXX.2008.12

PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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Page 2 - LAWN MOWER SAFETY; IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS

2 LAWN MOWER SAFETY Most injuries or property damage with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower. The most common hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. Avoid Rotating Blades Rotating blades can...

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 14). 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; Rear Shield

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...

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