10
GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT

Cleaning

Wash the bag with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely before
use; a wet bag will clog quickly.

Replacement

NOTICE
Frequently inspect the grass bag for tears, holes, and excessive wear.
Check for necessary replacement. Make sure the new bag meets the
original specifications (page 17).

Removal

1. Unclip the plastic edges of the
bag from the frame.
2. Remove the bag from the
frame.

Installation

1. Insert the bag frame into the
bag, as shown.
2. Clip the plastic edges of the
bag onto the frame, as shown.
ENGINE MAINTENANCE

Engine Oil Level Check

1. Unscrew and remove the filler
cap/dipstick and wipe it clean.
Insert and remove the
dipstick without screwing it
into the filler neck. Check
the oil level shown on the
dipstick.
2. If the oil level is low, add
oil to reach the upper
limit mark on the
dipstick. Do not overfill.
If the engine is
overfilled, the excess oil
may get transferred to
the air cleaner housing
and air cleaner filter.
NOTICE
Running the engine with
a low oil level can cause
engine damage.
3. Screw in the filler
cap/dipstick securely.

Engine Oil

Recommendations

Always change the oil in
accordance with the
maintenance schedule on
page 8.
Oil is a major factor affecting
performance and service life.
Use 4-stroke automotive
detergent oil.
SAE 10W-30 is recommended
for general use. Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used
when the average temperature in your area is within the
recommended range.
The SAE oil viscosity and service classification are in the API label on
the oil container. Honda recommends API SERVICE category SJ or
later oil with the ILSAC “starburst” certification mark displayed on the
container.

Engine Oil Change

Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
1. Turn the fuel valve OFF (page 7). This will reduce the possibility of
fuel leakage.
2. Wipe the oil filler area clean, then remove the oil filler cap/dipstick.
3. Place a suitable
container next to the
mower to catch the
used oil, then tilt the
mower on its right
side.
The used oil will
drain through the
filler neck. Allow the
oil to drain
completely.
Please dispose of used motor oil and the container in a manner
that is compatible with the environment. We suggest you take it in
a sealed container to your local recycling center or service station
for reclamation. Do not throw it in the trash, pour it on the ground,
or pour it down a drain.
4. Fill with the
recommended oil.
Do not overfill.
Allow a couple of
minutes for the oil
to settle in the
engine, then
measure the oil
level as shown
previously.
NOTICE
Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine’s service life, and
using 2-stroke oil can damage the engine.
FRAME
PLASTIC EDGE
BAG
PLASTIC
EDGE
FILLER
CAP/DIPSTICK
LOWER
LIMIT
UPPER
LIMIT