Honda Power Equipment HRR216VXA Operation, Safe Operating Precautions, Starting the Engine

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Rear Shield

During normal use, the rear shield is subject to deterioration and wear. Remove the grass bag and raise the discharge guard. Check the rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn, have it replaced by your authorized Honda servicing dealer.

DISCHARGE

GUARD

REAR SHIELD

OPERATION

SAFE OPERATING PRECAUTIONS

Before operating the mower for the first time, please review LAWN MOWER SAFETY (page 2). 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 collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness or death.

FREQUENCY OF USE

If your equipment will be used on an infrequent or intermittent basis, (more than 4 weeks before next use), please refer to the Fuel section of the STORAGE chapter (page 14) for additional information regarding fuel deterioration.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Before starting, always release the Smart Drive™ control, so that the mower will not move forward when you operate the starter.

Cutting Height

Adjustment

The cutting height figures are approximate. The actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions.

To adjust the cutting height, pull each adjustment lever toward the wheel, and move it into another notch.

Move the two front adjustment levers and the single rear adjustment lever in the same direction to the desired cutting height position.

1-1/8 in

(27 mm)

1-1/2 in

(39 mm)

2 in

(52 mm)

2-1/2 in (64 mm)

3 in

 

(76 mm)

3-1/2 in

(89 mm)

4 in

(100 mm)

FRONT

ADJUSTMENT LEVER (2)

1.Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.

2.Move the throttle lever to the proper starting position.

COLD ENGINE:

Move the throttle lever to the CHOKE position.

FUEL VALVE OFF

ON

CHOKE

E

SLOW

STOP

 

￿

 

FAST ￿ CHOKE

￿

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. Readjust the cutting height if necessary.

REAR ADJUSTMENT LEVER

WARM ENGINE:

Move the throttle lever to the FAST position.

FAST

C

SLOW

STOP

 

￿

 

FAST ￿ CHOKE

￿

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Contents Safety Messages ContentsIntroduction Lawn Mower Safety Safety Label LocationsImportant Message to Parents Setting UP Your NEW Mower Control Locations Before Operation Is Your Lawn Mower Ready to GO?Check Your Mowing Area Mulching Plug Handlebar Height AdjustmentGET the Mower Ready Grass BagOperation Safe Operating PrecautionsCutting Height Adjustment Starting the EngineThrottle Lever Operating the Controls for MowingStopping the Engine Blade Control SystemMaintenance Safety Servicing Your Lawn MowerSafe Mowing Practices Blades Maintenance ScheduleRegular Service Period Fuel CAP Blade Bolts BladesCleaning Grass BAG Cleaning and ReplacementBlade Removal and Installation ReplacementEngine Oil Level Check Engine MaintenanceAir Cleaner Service Engine Oil RecommendationsRefueling Spark Plug ServiceSpark Arrester Service if equipped Recommended spark plug NGK BPR5ESPreparing for Storage TransportingStorage Fuel Storage ContainerDrying Placing in StorageRemoving from Storage Handlebar FoldingMowing And Bagging Problems Taking Care of Unexpected ProblemsLoss Of Power Engine Will Not StartCarburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation Technical InformationSerial Number Locations Emission Control SystemSpecifications AIR IndexConsumer Information Replacement Parts Optional EQUIPMENT, and Service ItemsCustomer Service Information Dealer Locator InformationDistributors Limited Warranty Honda Power EquipmentHonda Accessories, Replacement Parts, And Apparel Emission Control System Warranty Systems Covered Parts By this Warranty DescriptionPage Page Print the serial Business Reply Mail