Honda HRA214, Owner'S Manual

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Page 3: ...at any time without notice and without incur ring any obligation Any powered product can be a potential source of danger if misused or improperly maintained Pay particular attention to statements prec...

Page 4: ...without written permission The Honda rotary mower is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions and intended use mowing cutting grass and bagging cut grass whe...

Page 5: ...ENTS 3 GENERAL SAFETY 4 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 5 CONTROLS 7 OPERATION 9 0 High altitude operation 13 TRANSPORTING STORAGE 19 MAINTENANCE 22 TROUBLESHOOTING CHART 34 SPECIFICATIONS 35 WARRANTY SERVIC...

Page 6: ...front of self propelled mowers when the engine is running Someone may accid entally engage the drive clutch Keep clear of the discharge opening when the bag is not attached to avoid being hit by a fl...

Page 7: ...COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION j ROTO STOP LEVER RECOIL STARTER SPARK PLUG CAP THROlTLE LEVER MUFFLER GRASS BAG HANDLE AIR CLEANER...

Page 8: ...DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER HANDLE FUEL TANK CAP DISCHARGE GUARD OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG...

Page 9: ...OGTOP Lever All types To put the cutting blade into operation press the button on top of the ROTO STOP lever and push the lever forward holding it against the handlebar The blade will stop when the RO...

Page 10: ...f the ROTO STOP lever then push the drive clutch lever forward the drive clutch lever will hold the ROTO STOP lever forward asshown When the drive clutch lever is used to hold the ROTO STOP lever forw...

Page 11: ...e from striking them Never delibera tely mow over any object Stop the engine immediately if the blade hits an object or the mower starts to vibrate Remove the spark plug cap keep the wire away from th...

Page 12: ...ied to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturers requirements for service classification SE or SF Motor oils clas sified SE or SF will show this designation on the container SAE low 40 is recommende...

Page 13: ...nock or pinging persists consult your authorized Honda dealer Failure to do so is considered misuse and damage caused by misuse is not covered by Honda s Limited Warranty Occasionally you may experien...

Page 14: ...g more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors NOTE Fuel system damage or engine performance prob lems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered un...

Page 15: ...ch Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase High altitude performance can be improved by instal ling a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot sc...

Page 16: ...ver run the mower in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation 1 Move the throttle lever to CHOKE NOTE Do not use CHOKE when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high Move the t...

Page 17: ...tle lever to HI Push the ROTO STOP lever forward to put the cutting blade into operation Self propelled type only Select shift lever position 1 slow or 2 fast and push the drive clutch lever forward t...

Page 18: ...ug When re installing the plug thread it in by hand until it seats Then tighten it an additional l 8 1 4 turn with the spark plug wrench to compress the washer 3 Move the throttle to HI turn on the fu...

Page 19: ...justing levers toward the wheels and move them up or down to raise or lower cutting height Adjust front and rear wheels to the same height Be careful not to touch the muffler when adjusting the right...

Page 20: ...aning wash it with water and make sure it is dry before using it Clogged mesh will result in poor grass chutting and a wet bag will clog quickly GRASS BAG Removal 1 Stop the engine 2 Raise the dischar...

Page 21: ...ing steps should be taken to protect the mower whenever it will be stored for longer than 30 days 1 Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into a suitable gasoline container A Disconnect the fuel tube fro...

Page 22: ...e and turn the fuel valve OFF Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area 2 Change the engine oil p 24 NOTE If the mower w...

Page 23: ...free area Removal from Storage 1 Remove the spark plug check that it is clean and properly gapped p 26 Pull the starter rope several times 2 Thread the spark plug in as far as possible by hand then u...

Page 24: ...level performance is to be maintained Regular maintenance will also help to extend service life The required service intervals and the kind of maintenance to be performed are des cribed in the chart o...

Page 25: ...areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professtonal commercial use l...

Page 26: ...y cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it ir still advisable to thoroughly wash you...

Page 27: ...ss The engine will smoke during initial start up if too much oil is left in the foam 3 Paper element Tap the element lightly several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt or blow com Dressed a...

Page 28: ...gap with a wire type feeler gauge it should be 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode carefully 4 Make sure the sealing washer is in good condition then thread t...

Page 29: ...e mower so the carburetor side is down It will result in hard starting 3 Sharpen the blade cutting edges with a file File the top side only Maintain the original bevel for a fine cutting edge File bot...

Page 30: ...ger to check whether it is all the way to the right 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the control cable lock nuts and move the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck the c...

Page 31: ...e between 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free Play 3 Start the engine...

Page 32: ...it should be between S 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in 2 If adjustment is necdssary loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play 3 Start...

Page 33: ...entification plate muffler camp and gasket MUFFLER PROTECTOR 2 Remove spark arrester from the muffler Taking care not to damage the wire mesh NOTE Check for carbon deposits around the exhaust port and...

Page 34: ...r unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient 1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature 2 Place the throttle lever in the LO position 3 Turn t...

Page 35: ...GRASS BAG ASSEMBLY 1 Insert the bag frame into the grass bag asshown I 2 Hook the plastic edges of the grass bag onto the frame...

Page 36: ...s of power 1 Dirt in gastank 2 Dirty air cleaner Erratic operation Engine overheats Excessive vibration 3 Water in gas tank or carburetor 4 Vent in gascap and or carburetor clogged 1 Spark plug faulty...

Page 37: ...Transistor magneto ignition 0 6 P 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp qt 1 OP 0 26 US gal 0 22 Imo gal BPSES BPRSES NGK or W16EP U W16EPR U ND Spark plug FRAME Dimensions Length X Width X Height Dry weight Grass bag...

Page 38: ...the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Customer Relations Department P O Box 50 Gardena California 90247 0805 Tel...

Page 39: ...is way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office You can write American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipme...

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