Lawn Mower User Manual

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CONTENTS

QUICK FIND

Air Filter.................................................. 12

Blades.................................................... 11

Contact Honda....................................... 20

Cutting Height .......................................... 6

Find a Dealer..........................................20

Fuel ..........................................................7

Fuel System Maintenance......................19

Maintenance Schedule...........................10

Oil Change..............................................12

Oil Level Check.........................................6

Spark Plug ..............................................13

Warranty Coverage.................................21

FOR YOUR SAFETY.............................. 2

PARTS AND CONTROLS ...................... 3

INITIAL MOWER SETUP........................ 3

Adjust the Handlebar........................... 3

Assemble the Grass Bag..................... 4

BEFORE EACH OPERATION

Check Your Mower.............................. 4

Check Your Mowing Area.................... 4

Clip Director®...................................... 5

Cutting Height Adjustment................... 6

Check the Oil Level ............................. 6

Add Fuel.............................................. 7

OPERATION

Safe Mowing Practices........................ 7

Operating the Controls ........................ 8

Starting the Engine.............................. 9

Stopping the Engine............................ 9

SERVICING YOUR MOWER

Maintenance Safety............................. 9

Maintenance Schedule...................... 10

Blade Inspection................................ 11

Blade Replacement........................... 11

Oil Change ........................................ 12

Air Filter............................................. 12

Spark Plug......................................... 13

Spark Arrester (optional part)............ 13

Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment 14

TRANSPORTING ................................. 14

STORAGE

Fuel ................................................... 14

Oil...................................................... 14

Cleaning ............................................ 15

Storage Location............................... 15

Handlebar.......................................... 15

Removing From Storage ................... 15

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start .........................

Loss of Power....................................... 16

Vibration ............................................... 16

Mowing and Bagging Problems............ 16

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number Locations...................... 16

High Altitude Operation ........................ 16

Emission Control System ..................... 17

Air Index ............................................... 17

Specifications ....................................... 18

FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE............. 19

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

Parts, Accessories, and Service Items. 20

Dealer Locator Information................... 20

How to Contact Honda ......................... 20

Honda Publications .............................. 20

DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY. 21

EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY.......... 22

PRODUCT REGISTRATION ................... 23

OWNER’S MANUAL

HRR216VYA

LAWN MOWER

Before operating the mower for the first time, please read this

Owner’s Manual. 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 more information about your

lawn mower, visit

www.powerequipment.honda.com

and click on FAQs or scan the QR

code shown here.

QUESTIONS?

Contact your Honda dealer.

There is a dealer locator at

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Summary of content (24 pages)

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OWNER’S MANUAL HRR216VYA LAWN MOWER Before operating the mower for the first time, please read this Owner’s Manual. 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. QUICK FIND Air Filter.................................................. 12 Blades .................................................... 11 Contact Honda ....................................... 20 Cutting Height .............................
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WELCOME  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 information on how to do that; please read it carefully.
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PARTS AND CONTROLS INITIAL MOWER SETUP BLADE CONTROL LEVER (P. 8) THROTTLE LEVER (P. 8) REAR DISCHARGE GUARD (P. 5) ROTO-STOP® BUTTON FUEL TANK CAP (P. 7) (P. 8) RECOIL STARTER GRIP Ref. No. Description Qty.  Grass bag frame 1  Grass bag 1  Engine oil and owner’s manual 1 H   MUFFLER CLIP DIRECTOR OIL FILLER CAP (P. 4) With help from an assistant, carefully remove the mower and loose parts from the carton and compare the loose parts against the following list.
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Add Engine Oil BEFORE EACH OPERATION The mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick and add the entire contents of the included bottle of oil into the oil filler opening. 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. All Honda engines are run at the factory prior to packaging.
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Clip Director® Bag or Rear Discharge The Clip Director can be adjusted to either the BAG or MULCH position to achieve the desired mowing results. Adjust the Clip Director lever to either the bag (shutter door fully open) or mulch (shutter door fully closed). Set the clip director lever in the BAG position. PUSH AND TWIST To adjust the Clip Director, push the end of the lever and twist the lever to the desired position. Release the button and allow it to snap into the groove.
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Grass Bag Cutting Height Adjustment A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the bag fabric, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the grass bag before it becomes filled to the limit of its capacity. Bagging performance will diminish after the bag becomes about 90% filled. Also, the bag is easier to empty when it is not packed full. Each wheel of the mower can be adjusted to one of six settings. The actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions.
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Add Fuel This engine is certified to operate on regular gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. You may use regular unleaded gasoline containing no more than 10% ethanol (E10) or 5% methanol by volume. In addition, methanol must contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors. OPERATION For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage.
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Operating the Controls Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury. Long pants and eye protection reduce the risk of injuries from thrown objects. Sturdy shoes with aggressive soles will help protect your feet and give you better traction on slopes or uneven ground. Stop the Engine When Not Mowing If you need to leave the mower for any reason, even just to inspect the lawn ahead, always release the blade control lever. Avoid Slopes Mow across slopes, not up and down.
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Adjusting the Smart Drive Control SERVICING YOUR MOWER The Smart Drive control can be adjusted up or down into any one of five positions for operator comfort. Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It also helps reduce air pollution. Do not attempt to adjust the position of the Smart Drive control while the mower is in motion.
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Safety Precautions • Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will eliminate several potential hazards: – Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate the engine. – Burns from hot parts. Let the engine and exhaust system cool before touching. – Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so.
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Blade Inspection Blade Replacement 1. Turn the fuel valve OFF (page 3). 2. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug (page 13). 3. Tilt the mower to the right side, so the fuel cap side is up. This will help to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor flooding. 4. Inspect the blades for damage, cracks, and excessive rust or corrosion. 1. Remove the two blade bolts with a 14 mm (6 point) socket wrench. Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning when removing the bolts.
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Engine Oil Recommendations WOODEN BLOCK Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. Always change the oil in accordance with the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (page 10). Recommended oil for general use: SAE 10W-30 TORQUE WRENCH TORQUE: 36 ~ 43 ft-lb (49 ~ 59 N•m) Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the recommended range.
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Spark Plug Spark Arrester (optional part) Replace the spark plug every 2 years or after 150 hours of use. The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed. Recommended Spark Plug: NGK - BPR5ES NOTICE An incorrect spark plug can cause engine damage. For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. 1. Allow the engine to cool, disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area. SPARK PLUG 1.
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Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment TRANSPORTING Cable Check With the engine off, use the multi-position adjuster to set the Smart Drive control in its lowest position (page 9). If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the mower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can burn you and can ignite some materials. Gradually push the Smart Drive control down while pulling the lawn mower backwards.
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Cleaning Handlebar Mower Deck Remove the grass bag if installed. You can place it on top of the engine with the bag opening to the front. Before washing the underside of the mower deck, stop the engine and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Rest the mower on its right side, so the fuel cap side is up. This will help to prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor flooding. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blades. .
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Loss of Power Possible Cause Correction Throttle not set to FAST Move the throttle lever to FAST (page 7). Grass is too tall Raise the cutting height (page 6), cut a narrower swath, use a slower ground speed, or cut more frequently. Instead of mulching, try rear discharging or bagging. Mower deck is clogged Clean out the mower deck (page 15). Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter (page 12).
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Emission Control System Air Index Source of Emissions An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requirements of the California Air Resources Board. The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight.
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Specifications Maintenance Fuel Mower Features HRR216K9VYA Honda rotary mower, 21-inch mower deck, 3-in-1 Clip Director, Smart Drive variable speed transmission, Roto-Stop blade brake clutch, Auto Choke System™ Dimensions and Weights Unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher containing no more than 10% ethanol by volume page 7 Capacity: 0.25 US gal (0.93 L) See “FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE” on page 19 to prevent fuel-related problems page 11 60.
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FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE When maintained properly, your Honda lawn mower should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system. However, gasoline can quickly deteriorate, causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel system. Most fuel-related problems can be avoided by following the precautions listed below.
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION Dealer Locator Information To find an Authorized Honda Servicing Dealer anywhere in the United States: Parts, Accessories, and Service Items Visit www.powerequipment.honda.com and click on Find a Dealer. Contact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of these (or other) Honda Genuine items for your lawn mower.
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DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY Honda Power Equipment Honda Parts, Accessories, and Apparel This warranty is limited to the following Honda Power Equipment products when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc., Power Equipment Division, 4900 Marconi Drive, Alpharetta, Georgia 30005-8847, purchased at retail or placed in rental service on or after January 1, 2010. This warranty is limited to Honda Power Equipment parts, accessories, and apparel when distributed by American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
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EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and State of California emission regulations (models certified for sale in California only). American Honda Motor Co., Inc. provides the emission warranty coverage for engines in the United States and its territories. Honda Canada Inc. provides the emission warranty for engines in the 13 provinces and territories of Canada.
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PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Honda. To ensure you receive important service information in the event of a product update or recall, please register your lawn mower within 30 days of purchase. From time to time, American Honda conducts sales promotions that require you to register your lawn mower within 30 days of purchase. If you purchased your Honda lawn mower during one of these promotions, you must register your mower within 30 days. Your information will remain confidential.
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1. Go to www.PowerEquipment.Honda.com to register your unit. 2. Click on Product Registration. 3. Complete the required information and click Submit. It’s that simple! NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES Product Registration BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 117 ALPHARETTA GA POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE Power Equipment Division American Honda Motor Co. Inc. 4900 Marconi Dr Alpharetta GA 30005-9956 *00X31VL0 M010* EM5 K9 00X31VL0 M010 HPE.2013.03 PRINTED IN U.S.