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Add Engine Oil
The mower is shipped
WITHOUT OIL
in the engine. Remove the oil
filler cap/dipstick and add enough SAE 10W-30 API service category
SJ or later oil to bring the oil level between the upper and lower limit
marks on the dipstick—without screwing the dipstick in (approximately
0.35 ~ 0.40 litres is required). See
.
All Honda engines are run at the factory prior to packaging. Most of
the oil is removed prior to shipment; however, some oil remains in the
engine. The amount of oil left in the engine varies.
Do not overfill the engine with oil
. If the engine is overfilled, the
excess oil may get transferred to the air cleaner housing and air filter.
An indication of overfilling is white or blue smoke coming from the
muffler when the engine is running.
After filling the engine with oil, screw the filler/cap dipstick in and
remove the hang tag near the recoil starter grip that says “
The engine
has no oil.
”
Assemble the Grass Bag
1. Install the assembled frame into the fabric grass bag, keeping the
grass bag handle exposed.
2. Attach the plastic clips as shown.
Before Using Your Lawn Mower
All Mower operators must read the following sections:
•
FOR YOUR SAFETY
(
•
BEFORE EACH OPERATION
(
•
OPERATION
(
•
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
BEFORE EACH OPERATION
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.
Familiarize yourself with the lawn mower and its operation before you
begin using it. Know how to quickly shut off the lawn mower in case 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 the lawn mower for signs of oil or
petrol leaks
• Look for signs of damage
• Check each control for proper operation
• Check the blades for wear. Replace as necessary (
)
• Check that the blade bolts are tight (
)
• Check that all nuts, bolts, and screws are tightened
• Check the air filter (
) and oil level (
). Starting with a full tank will help to
eliminate or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.
Check Your Mowing Area
For your safety and the safety of others, always inspect the area
before operating the lawn mower.
Anything that can be picked up by the blades and thrown is a potential
hazard to you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks, nails, and
wire, and remove them from the lawn area.
People and animals near the lawn area can move into your lawn
mower’s path or into a position where they could be struck by thrown
objects. Clear the area of pets and people, especially children. Their
safety is your responsibility.
Check the condition of the grass. Adjust your lawn mower ground
speed and mowing swath accordingly.
GRASS BAG HANDLE
FABRIC GRASS BAG
TOP PLASTIC CLIP
(Route under the
handle and frame)
WARNING
Improperly maintaining this lawn mower, or failing to
correct a problem before operation, could cause a
malfunction in which you could be seriously injured.
Always perform a pre-operation inspection before each
operation, and correct any problem.
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