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TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number Locations

There are two serial numbers, one for the engine and one for the 
mower frame. Record the engine and frame serial numbers in the 
space below. You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts 
and when making technical or warranty inquiries.

Engine serial number: _________________________________

Frame serial number: __________________________________

Date of purchase: _____________________________________

High Altitude Operation

At high altitudes, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too
rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A
very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting.
Operation at an altitude that differs from that at which this engine was
certified, for extended periods of time, may increase emissions.

High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications 
to the carburetor. If you always operate your lawn mower at altitudes 
above 1,500 metres, have your servicing dealer perform this 
carburetor modification. This engine, when operated at high altitude 
with the carburetor modifications for high altitude use, will meet each 
emission standard throughout its useful life.

Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease
about 3.5% for each 300-metre increase in altitude. The effect of
altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor
modification is made.

NOTICE

When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation,
the air-fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use. Operation at
altitudes below 1,500 metres with a modified carburetor may cause
the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage. For use
at low altitudes, have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to
original factory specifications.

Specifications

Mower Features

Dimensions and Weights

Engine Design and Performance

Transmission Design and Performance

Maintenance

HRX2174HYUA

Honda rotary mower, 530mm mower deck, 

Clip Director, hydrostatic transmission, blade 

brake clutch, Auto Choke System

HRX2175HYA                  GH

MAGA –– XXXXXXX

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

ALPHARETTA GA 30005 8847

CONFORMS TO ANSI B 71.1-SAFETY STANDARD

MODEL NAME AND

FRAME SERIAL NUMBER

ENGINE 
SERIAL NUMBER

Length

 1825mm

Width

585mm

Overall height *

1115mm

Dry weight

43.6kg

Cutting width

530mm

Cutting heights (7)

20 ~ 102mm

Grass bag 
capacity

88L

Noise level

< 75 dB(A) @ 7.5(m) LpA

* 1-1/4 inch cutting height and handle in highest position

Model

GCV190

Type

4-stroke, overhead-cam, 

single-cylinder, air-cooled

Displacement

186cm

3

Bore and stroke

69.0 x 50.0mm

Compression ratio

8.5:1

Ignition system

Transistorized magneto

Transmission type

Variable speed

Ground speeds

0 ~ 1.80m/s

Fuel

Unleaded petrol with a pump 

octane rating of 86 or higher containing 

no more than 10% ethanol by volume 

Capacity: 0.93 litres

See “AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED 

PROBLEMS” on 

page 17

page 7

Blade Bolt 
Torque

49 ~ 59N•m

page 11

Engine Oil

SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later

Capacity: 0.50 litres

Refill amount: 0.35 ~ 0.40 litres*

page 12

Spark Plug 

Type: NGK - BPR5ES

Gap: 0.7 ~ 0.8mm

page 13

Maximum 
Governed 
Speed

3,100 +0/-150rpm **

Shop 

manual

Valve 
clearance 
(cold)

Intake: 0.15 ± 0.04mm

Exhaust: 0.20 ± 0.04mm

Shop 

manual

*Actual amount will vary due to residual oil in the engine. Always 
use the dipstick to confirm the actual level (

page 6

).

** Do not try to increase the engine speed above the maximum 

governed speed; the blades could fracture and come apart.

Summary of Contents for HRX217HYUA

Page 1: ... OPERATION 7 Fuel 14 Dealer Locator Information 18 Safe Mowing Practices 7 Oil 14 How to Contact Honda 18 Operating the Controls 8 Cleaning 14 Honda Publications 18 Operating the Controls 8 Storage Location 14 LIMITED WARRANTY 22 Starting the Engine 9 Handlebar 14 OWNER S MANUAL HRX217HYUA LAWN MOWER Before operating the mower for the first time please read this Owner s Manual Even if you have ope...

Page 2: ... three signal words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury These signal words mean Damage Prevention Messages you will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means Important Message to Parents The safety of children and adolescents is important to Honda Lawn mowers a...

Page 3: ...est holes raises the handlebar to its highest position 3 Turn the handlebar adjust knobs 90 degrees into the lock position making sure both sides are positioned at the same height 4 Remove all the cardboard from around the handlebar SHIFT LEVER P 8 REAR DISCHARGE GUARD P 5 FUEL TANK CAP P 7 MUFFLER P 13 OIL FILLER CAP P 12 HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOB 2 P 4 RECOIL STARTER GRIP P 9 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTME...

Page 4: ...ase of an emergency Check Your Mower For your safety and to maximize the service life of your lawn mower it is very important to take a few moments before you operate the lawn mower to check its condition Be sure to take care of any problem you find or have your servicing dealer correct it before you operate the lawn mower Make sure the lawn mower is on a level surface Look around and underneath t...

Page 5: ...ector knob all the way to the BAG position Check the appearance of the lawn As the knob is moved towards the MULCH position more grass will be recycled back into the lawn Adjust the Clip Director knob until the desired result is achieved Rear Discharge To discharge clippings to the rear remove the grass bag and position the Clip Director knob in the BAG range Maximum rear discharge will occur when...

Page 6: ...adjust cutting height pull each adjustment lever toward the wheel and move it into another notch Move all four adjustment levers to the same position forward for tall grass and rearward for short grass 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 Then readjust the cutting height if necessary Check the Oil...

Page 7: ... damage with walk behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower The most common hazards are discussed below along with the best way to protect yourself and others Avoid Rotating Blades Rotating blades can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers hands toes or feet Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running If you need to adjust ...

Page 8: ...perating the Controls Throttle Lever For best cut quality always mow with the throttle lever in the FAST position When the blades rotate at the preset fast speed they create a strong fan action that lifts and cuts grass more efficiently Do not try to increase the preset engine speed the blades could fracture and come apart Blade Control Lever To start blade rotation hold down the yellow button on ...

Page 9: ...asic hand tools Other service tasks that are more difficult or require special tools are best handled by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your mower under severe conditions such as sustained high load high temperature or unusually wet or dusty conditions consult ...

Page 10: ...of use 50 hours of use or every 6 months 100 hours of use or every year 150 hours of use or every two years See page Rear shield Check O 5 Blades Inspect O 11 Blade mounting bolts Inspect O 11 Engine oil Check O 6 Change O O 2 O O 12 Air filter Check O 12 Clean O 1 O 1 O 1 Replace O Grass bag Check O 6 Blade control operation Check O O 8 Spark plug Check O 13 Replace O Spark arrester optional part...

Page 11: ...ea 3 Install the sharpened or replacement blades using the two blade bolts and special washers as shown below The blade bolts and washers are specially designed for this application When replacing bolts and washers use only Honda Genuine replacement parts 4 Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench to the specified torque Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning when tightening the...

Page 12: ...our area is within the recommended range The SAE oil viscosity and service category are in the API label on the oil container Honda recommends API service category SJ or later oil Air Filter Clean the air filter after the first 25 hours of use Thereafter clean the filter every 6 months or 50 hours of use Clean the filter more often when used in dusty areas Replace the filter every 2 years or 150 h...

Page 13: ...optional part The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed 1 Allow the engine to cool and disconnect the spark plug cap 2 Remove the three flange bolts and the heat shield Remove the setscrew and the spark arrester from the muffler 3 Check for carbon deposits on the spark arrester and the exhaust port Use a brush to remove any carbon deposits from the scre...

Page 14: ...Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage If the engine has been running allow it to cool before washing Grass Bag Remove the bag from the mower and wash it with a garden hose or pressure washer Allow the bag to dry completely before storage Drying After washing the lawn mower wipe dry all accessible surfaces Place the mower with its wheels on a level surface Start the engine outdoors and let...

Page 15: ...wer deck is clogged Clean out the mower deck page 14 Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter page 12 Bad fuel mower stored without treating petrol or refueled with bad petrol Refuel with fresh petrol page 7 Fuel filter clogged carburetor malfunction ignition malfunction valves stuck etc Take the mower to an authorised Honda servicing dealer for repair Possible Cause Correction Grass ...

Page 16: ...odified carburetor may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For use at low altitudes have your servicing dealer return the carburetor to original factory specifications Specifications Mower Features Dimensions and Weights Engine Design and Performance Transmission Design and Performance Maintenance HRX2174HYUA Honda rotary mower 530mm mower deck Clip Director hydrostati...

Page 17: ...Keep the air filter clean and properly serviced Check it before each use A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering the carburetor The small passages inside the carburetor can become blocked 3 to 4 Weeks Before Next Use Reason Keep your product s fuel tank full of fresh fuel when not in use Turn the fuel valve OFF If the fuel tank is only partially filled air in the tank...

Page 18: ...obile please call 03 9270 1348 Monday to Friday 8 00 a m 7 00 p m EST 9 00 a m 1 00 p m Saturday enquire via weblink contact hondampe com au email customer relations honda com au website www hondampe com au When you write or call please give us this information Model and serial numbers page 16 Name of the dealer who sold the lawn mower to you Name and address of the dealer who services your lawn m...

Page 19: ...any hours you get from a tank of fuel and then simply record the number of tanks used TANK x HOURS per TANK TOTAL HOURS USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 10 Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date N...

Page 20: ...tank of fuel and then simply record the number of tanks used TANK x HOURS per TANK TOTAL HOURS USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 10 Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Stamp Date Hours Use Tanks x Hrs Tank Date Notes Servicing Dealer Sta...

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Page 22: ... assemblies of snow throwers tiller tines of roto tillers mower blades and mower deck housings are specifically not warranted against impact damage including but not limited to abrasive damage Disclaimer of Consequential Damage and Limitation of Implied Warranties Honda disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product transportation commercial loss or any other incidental or con...

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