Honda 81320 VH7 D00 - User Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – LAWN MOWER SAFETY; IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS
- Page 3 – SETTING UP YOUR MOWER
- Page 4 – IS YOUR LAWN MOWER READY TO GO?; Check the General Condition of the Lawn Mower; CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA; Objects; WARNING
- Page 5 – GET THE MOWER READY; Handlebar Height Adjustment; Smart DriveTM Control; IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTION; Sliding Door Position
- Page 6 – Inspection; Installation; Removal; Cutting Height Adjustment
- Page 7 – OPERATION; SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS; FREQUENCY OF USE; STARTING THE ENGINE; Smart Drive Control; STOPPING THE ENGINE
- Page 8 – SAFE MOWING PRACTICES; Slopes; Gravel and Loose Objects; MAINTENANCE SAFETY; Safety Precautions; Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust
- Page 9 – Blade Removal and Installation
- Page 10 – GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT; Cleaning
- Page 11 – ENGINE MAINTENANCE; Engine Oil Level Check; without screwing it; Engine Oil Recommendations; Air Cleaner Service; NOTICE
- Page 12 – Spark Plug Service; Spark Arrester Service (optional equipment)
- Page 13 – REFUELING; Fuel Storage Container; TRANSPORTING; PREPARING FOR STORAGE; Engine
- Page 14 – Grass Bag; Drying; Engine Oil; Engine Cylinder; Handlebar Folding
- Page 15 – Engine Will Not Start
- Page 16 – TECHNICAL INFORMATION; SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS; EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM; Source of Emissions
- Page 17 – AIR INDEX; SPECIFICATIONS; Mower Model; Descriptive Term
- Page 18 – CONSUMER INFORMATION; Replacement Parts; DEALER LOCATOR INFORMATION; Honda Publications
- Page 19 – DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY; Honda Accessories, Replacement Parts, And Apparel
- Page 21 – NOTES
- Page 23 – Honda Snowthrowers; Print the serial; PRODUCT REGISTRATION; PLEASE COMPLETE and MAIL or REGISTER ONLINE; * Dealer Store ZIP code
- Page 24 – BUSINESS REPLY MAIL; POWER EQUIPMENT DIVISION; Product Registration; Complete the required information and click; Submit
1
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
(
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM WARRANTY
(
) 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
A
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
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For more information regarding cable adjustment or how to mow
your lawn, see FAQs at www.HondaPowerEquipment.com/faq
B
DANGER
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
B
WARNING
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY
HURT if you don't follow instructions.
B
CAUTION
You CAN be HURT if you don't follow
instructions.
NOTICE
Your lawn mower or other property can be
damaged if you don’t follow instructions.
INTRODUCTION...................................... 1
SAFETY MESSAGES .............................. 1
LAWN MOWER SAFETY......................... 2
PARENTS ......................................... 2
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .......... 2
SETTING UP YOUR MOWER ................. 3
CONTROL LOCATIONS .......................... 4
BEFORE OPERATION ............................ 4
TO GO? ............................................ 4
CHECK YOUR MOWING AREA ...... 4
GET THE MOWER READY.............. 5
OPERATION ............................................ 7
STARTING THE ENGINE................. 7
FOR MOWING.................................. 7
STOPPING THE ENGINE ................ 7
SAFE MOWING PRACTICES .......... 8
SERVICING YOUR LAWN MOWER ....... 8
MAINTENANCE SAFETY................. 8
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ........... 9
BLADES............................................ 9
REPLACEMENT ............................. 10
ENGINE MAINTENANCE ............... 11
REFUELING ................................... 13
TRANSPORTING ................................... 13
STORAGE .............................................. 13
PROBLEMS ........................................... 15
TECHNICAL INFORMATION ................. 16
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS ..... 16
ALTITUDE OPERATION ................ 16
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM .... 16
AIR INDEX ...................................... 17
SPECIFICATIONS .......................... 17
CONSUMER INFORMATION ................ 18
SERVICE ITEMS ............................ 18
DEALER LOCATOR
INFORMATION ...............................18
INFORMATION ............................... 18
WARRANTY ................................... 19
ACCESSORIES, REPLACEMENT
PARTS, AND APPAREL
WARRANTY ................................... 19
WARRANTY ................................... 20
PRODUCT REGISTRATION
CARD .........................................Last page
OWNER’S MANUAL
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B
WARNING:
B
The engine exhaust from this product contains
chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
© 2003-2010 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved
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Summary
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...
3 SETTING UP YOUR MOWER Unpacking Remove all the cardboard from around the handlebar. Handlebar Setup 1. With the handlebar adjust knobs in the unlocked position, depress the blade control lever 1 and raise the handlebar 2 into the mowing position. 2. Align the adjust knobs with one of the three hol...
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...
