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HRX217HZUA

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CONTENTS

Add Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Oil Change. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blade Inspection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Dealer Locator Information . . . . . . . .

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

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

SERVICING YOUR MOWER . . . . . .

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Maintenance Safety . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Maintenance Schedule . . . . . . . .

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

List of Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blade Inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Vibration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection. .

Mowing and Bagging Problems . . . . .

Add Engine Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Blade Replacement . . . . . . . . . . .

TECHNICAL INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . .

Assemble the Grass Bag . . . . . . .

Oil Change . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

BEFORE EACH OPERATION . . . . . .

Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

Spark Plug . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Check Your Mowing Area . . . . . .

Control Cable Adjustments . . . . .

AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS

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

Charging the Battery . . . . . . . . . .

CUSTOMER INFORMATION . . . . . . . . . .

Cutting Height Adjustment . . . . . .

Replacing the Battery . . . . . . . . .

Parts, Accessories, and Service Items

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

TRANSPORTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Add Fuel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

STORAGE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Fuel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Honda Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Safe Mowing Practices . . . . . . . .

Oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SERVICE RECORD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

LIMITED WARRANTY. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Storage Location . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

Handlebar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Mowing Tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Removing From Storage . . . . . . .

OWNER’S MANUAL

HRX217HZU

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.

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Summary of Contents for HRX217U

Page 1: ...ance Schedule 11 Loss of Power 17 List of Parts 3 Blade Inspection 12 Vibration 17 Adjust the Handlebar 3 Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection 12 Mowing and Bagging Problems 17 Add Engine Oil 4 Blade Replacement 12 TECHNICAL INFORMATION 17 Assemble the Grass Bag 4 Oil Change 13 Serial Number Locations 17 BEFORE EACH OPERATION 4 Air Filter 13 High Altitude Operation 18 Check Your Mower 4 Spark Plug 14 Sp...

Page 2: ...hat 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 are powerful tools not toys As with any equipment bad judgments can result in serious inju...

Page 3: ...est 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 6 OIL FILLER CAP P 13 HANDLEBAR ADJUST KNOB 2 P 4 RECOIL STARTER GRIP P 9 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER 4 P 6 GRASS BAG P 6 AIR FILTER P 1...

Page 4: ... 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 Before using always visually inspect to se...

Page 5: ... 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 the Clip Director knob is all the way to the left BAG position...

Page 6: ...ent 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 Level Check the engine oil level with ...

Page 7: ... the best way to protect yourself and others General Never cut grass while walking backwards Operate the mower only in daylight or good artificial light Do not operate the engine in a confined space where exhaust fumes carbon monoxide can collect Never pick up or carry a mower when it is operating Do not operate the mower after consuming alcohol or drugs Avoid Rotating Blades Rotating blades can c...

Page 8: ...ly indicates serious trouble The LIMITED WARRANTY page 23 does not cover parts damaged by accidental impact collision Operating 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 spe...

Page 9: ...rn the key switch to the OFF position 4 If your mower will not be used for 3 to 4 weeks we recommend running the engine s carburetor out of fuel You can do this by leaving the fuel valve OFF restarting the engine and running it until it stops See AVOIDING FUEL RELATED PROBLEMS on page 19 if you don t plan to use your mower for a month or more 5 Clean your mower after each mowing refer to Cleaning ...

Page 10: ...inspection procedures and simple maintenance procedures using basic 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...

Page 11: ...month First 25 hours 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 12 Blade mounting bolts Inspect O 12 Engine oil Check O 6 Change O O 2 O O 13 Air filter Check O 13 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 14 Replace O Blade c...

Page 12: ...mm 6 point socket wrench Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning when removing the bolts Remove the blades 5 Clean dirt and grass from around the blade mounting area 6 Install the sharpened or replacement blades using the two blade bolts and special washers as shown below Be sure to install the washers in the direction shown Always install both blades as a set The blade bolts and was...

Page 13: ...n 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 hours of use A properly maintained air filter will help prevent dirt from entering your engine Dirt enterin...

Page 14: ...ary loosen the lock nuts on the blade control cable with a 10 mm wrench and move the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck the free play 3 Start the engine outdoors Move the throttle to FAST Operate the blade control lever The blades should engage when you push the lever forward and the blades should stop quickly when the lever is released 4 If the blades do not start o...

Page 15: ...d then pull the connector away from the terminals 3 Carefully position the battery in the case without pinching the wires The wires must be routed above the top side of the battery exactly as shown Replacing a Fuse The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 30 Amp and 3 Amp fuse If the 30 Amp fuse burns out the electric starter will not operate and if the 3 Amp fuse burns out the ...

Page 16: ...an 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 it run until it reaches normal...

Page 17: ... for repair Possible Cause Correction Throttle not set to FAST Move the throttle lever to the FAST position page 8 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 16 Air filter is clogged Clean or replace the air filter page...

Page 18: ...e carburetor to original factory specifications Specifications Mower Features Dimensions and Weights Engine Design and Performance Transmission Design and Performance Maintenance HRX217K6HZU Honda rotary mower 530 mm mower deck self charging electric start Clip Director hydrostatic transmission blade brake clutch Auto Choke System Length 1665 mm Width 588 mm Overall height 1122 mm Dry weight 47 9 ...

Page 19: ...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 the lawn mower 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 wi...

Page 20: ...mobile 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 17 Name of the dealer who sold the lawn mower to you Name and address of the dealer who services your lawn ...

Page 21: ...S USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 11 1st Month or 5 Hour Service Every 6 Months or 50 Hour Service 1st 25 Hour Service Every year or 100 Hour Service 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 ...

Page 22: ... per TANK TOTAL HOURS USE Refer to the Maintenance Schedule on page 11 Every 2 years or 150 Hour Service Next Service Next Service Next Service 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...

Page 23: ... 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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