CONTENTS

Turn to the beginning of each section for a complete list of

subjects.

MOWER SAFETY 1
Important information about some specific hazards, and what
you can do to prevent injury.
BLADES AND A-ITACHMENTS 7
Standard and optional equipment for different lawn bare needs.
CONTROLS 11
identification of components and information about how the
controls work.
BEFORE MOWING 19
How to fuel and check your mower to be sure it is ready. How to
prepare your lawn and yourself before you begin mowing.
MOWING 29
Starting and stopping the engine, safe mowing practices, and
mowing tips.
TRANSPORTING
How to load and carry your mower safely. 41
MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 43
When and how to perform routine inspection, service, and
adjustments to keep your mower in good operating condition.
TROUBLESHOOTING
What to check if you have a problem with your mower. 61
STORAGE 65
How to protect your mower from rust and corrosion, and ensure
that it will start easily when you want to use it again.
SPECIFICATIONS
Dimensions, capacities, and other technical information. 73
INDEX AND ADDITIONAL INFORMATION 77
Index, additional Honda publications, and how to contact us if
you have a question or a warranty repair problem.
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