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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing a Honda lawn mower.

This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the Honda 
HRX537HXEA and HRX537HMEA lawn mowers.

We want to help you get the best results from your new mower and to 
operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do 
that; please read it carefully.

This manual should be considered a permanent part of the lawn 
mower and should remain with it if it is resold.

If you have a problem or questions concerning the mower, contact 
your supplying dealer.

We recommend that you read the warranty policy to fully understand 
your rights and responsibilities. The warranty policy is a separate 
document provided by your dealer.

Honda Power Equipment Mfg., Inc. reserves the right to make 
changes at any time without notice and without incurring any 
obligation.

No part of this publication may be reproduced without written 
permission.

SAFETY MESSAGES

Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words:

Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and 
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.

Damage Prevention Messages

You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the 
following word:

The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your 
lawn mower, other property, or the environment.

CONTENTS

 DANGER

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 
HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

 WARNING

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY 
HURT if you don't follow instructions.

 CAUTION

You CAN be HURT if you don't follow 
instructions.

NOTICE

Your lawn mower or other property can be 
damaged if you don’t follow instructions.

INTRODUCTION  . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY MESSAGES  . . . . . . . . 1
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS . . . . . 2

SAFETY LABEL LOCATION . . 3
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION 
PLATE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
COMPONENT 
IDENTIFICATION . . . . . . . . . . . 3

SET-UP  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
CONTROLS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS . . . 6
OPERATION  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

MOWING PRECAUTIONS  . . . 9
STARTING THE ENGINE . . . . 9
OPERATING THE CONTROLS 
FOR MOWING. . . . . . . . . . . . 10
STOPPING THE ENGINE . . . 10
SAFE MOWING PRACTICES 11
MOWING TIPS  . . . . . . . . . . . 11

TRANSPORTING/STORAGE  . 12

MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . .  14

THE IMPORTANCE OF 
MAINTENANCE  . . . . . . . . . .  14
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE  15
ENGINE MAINTENANCE . . .  15
CONTROL CABLE 
ADJUSTMENTS  . . . . . . . . . .  17
THROTTLE CABLE
ADJUSTMENT . . . . . . . . . . . .16
BLADE REMOVAL AND 
INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . .  17
GRASS BAG CLEANING AND 
REPLACEMENT . . . . . . . . . .  18
SPARK ARRESTER
SERVICE . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18

TROUBLESHOOTING . . . . . . .  19
SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . .  20
Honda DISTRIBUTOR
ADDRESSES . . . . . . . . . Last page

OWNER’S MANUAL

MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR

MANUAL DEL PROPIETARIO

HRX537HXEA/HMEA

© 2004–2007 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved

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FRANÇAIS

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00X39-VH7-H400

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xxxx.2007.08

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Summary of Contents for HRX537HMEA

Page 1: ... preceded by the following word The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your lawn mower other property or the environment CONTENTS DANGER You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions WARNING You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions CAUTION You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instructions NOTICE Your lawn mower or other propert...

Page 2: ... than grass and when transporting the lawn mower to and from the area to be mowed Never operate the lawn mower with defective guards or shields or without safety devices for example deflectors and or grass catchers in place Do not attempt to make wheel height adjustments while the machine is running Do not change the engine governor setting or over speed the engine Disengage all blade and drive cl...

Page 3: ...rding to Directive 2000 14 EC 2 Conformity mark according to the EEC 89 392 modified Directive 3 Nominal power in kilowatts 4 Recommended engine speed in rpm 5 Weight in kilograms 6 Year of manufacture 7 Serial number 8 Model 9 Manufacturer s name and address B 8 7 6 9 5 4 3 kW min 1 HONDA POWER EQUIPMENT MFG INC P O BOX 37 HONDA DRIVE NC HWY 119 SWEPSONVILLE N C 27359 U S A 2 1 1 Handlebar 11 Bla...

Page 4: ...stic clips 3 as shown Lift the discharge guard and install the grass bag ENGINE OIL The mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine Add enough SAE 10W 30 API service category SJ or later oil to bring the oil level between the upper limit 2 and lower limit 3 marks on the dipstick 1 as shown Do not overfill the engine with oil If the engine is overfilled the excess oil may get transferred to the air ...

Page 5: ...rge open areas and for transport Cutting Height Adjustment Levers There are seven adjustment settings The cutting height figures are approximate The actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions There is one adjustment lever 1 for each wheel Clip Director Knob The Clip Director knob 1 controls bagging mulching and rear discharge The knob has ten adjustment positions CHOKE For ...

Page 6: ...s or exceeds the requirements for API service classification SJ or later Always check the API SERVICE label on the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SJ or later SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general use Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range NOTICE Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engi...

Page 7: ...r locking knobs securely Grass Bag A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner it blows air through the bag 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 Inspection During normal use the grass bag material...

Page 8: ...H position see the following page If a high resistance is noticed when moving the Clip Director knob from side to side excessive grass may have built up on top of the sliding door IMPORTANT SAFETY PRECAUTION Always turn the engine off and disconnect the spark plug cap before lifting the discharge guard to view or clean around the sliding door This will prevent contact with the rotating blades and ...

Page 9: ...rter grip 1 lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Return the starter grip gently To keep the blades from turning and to prevent the mower from moving forward always release the blade control lever 2 and drive clutch lever 3 when you pull the starter HMEA electric start type Turn the key switch to the START 1 position and hold it there until the engine starts When the engine starts al...

Page 10: ...ver To start blade rotation press the yellow button 1 on top of the blade control lever 2 then push the lever forward and hold it against the handlebar Release the blade control lever 2 to stop the blade Operate the blade control lever with a quick and complete motion so the blade control is always either fully engaged or disengaged This will help to prevent stalling the engine and it will help pr...

Page 11: ...ommended height More frequent mowing is required for mulching than for bagging For best results you may need to mow the lawn twice a week during the growing season Cutting Height Consult a local nursery or lawn and garden center for cutting height recommendations and advice about specific types of grasses and growing conditions in your area If you look closely you ll see that most grass has stems ...

Page 12: ...g cap disconnected tilt the mower so the air cleaner side is up Clear a clogged deck with a stick not your hands Mowing Patterns Your Honda mower will work most efficiently if you use the following mowing patterns as much as possible Mower deck and equipment design and the direction in which the blades rotate cause these mowing patterns to give the best results Mulching Use a counterclockwise mowi...

Page 13: ...nd dry touch up any damaged paint and coat other areas that may rust with a light film of oil Charging the Battery HMEA type To assure maximum reliability the battery should be recharged boost charged both before and after prolonged storage A plug in charger is provided to recharge the battery see page 19 NOTICE Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours or the battery may be damaged Disconn...

Page 14: ...e normally performed by a Honda technician or other qualified mechanic The maintenance schedule applies to normal operating conditions If you operate your mower under unusual conditions consult an authorized Honda dealer for recommendations applicable to your individual needs and use MAINTENANCE SAFETY Some of the most important safety precautions follow However we cannot warn you of every conceiv...

Page 15: ...oil level shown on the dipstick d If the oil level is below the low level mark 3 add oil to reach the high limit mark 2 on the dipstick Do not overfill If the engine is overfilled the excess oil may get transferred to the air cleaner housing and air cleaner filter NOTICE Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage e Screw in the filler cap dipstick securely Air Cleaner Service ...

Page 16: ...and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area 2 Remove the spark plug with a spark plug wrench 3 3 Inspect the spark plug Replace it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if you are going to reuse it 4 Measure the spark plug electrode gap with a suitable gauge The gap should be 0 7 0 8 mm Correct the gap if necessary by ca...

Page 17: ...oved one notch forward If the mower does not operate as outlined above go to step 5 If the mower does operate as outlined above adjustment is not required 5 Loosen the top 3 and bottom 4 drive clutch cable locknuts with a 10 mm wrench Move the adjuster 5 up or down as required until the mower operates as outlined in step 4 Tighten the locknuts THROTTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1 Move the throttle lever 1 ...

Page 18: ...en the blade bolts before you use the mower If the blade bolts are overtightened they could break If the blade bolts are not tightened enough they could loosen or come out In either case it would be possible for the blades to fly off while you are operating the mower GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT Cleaning Wash the bag with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely before use a wet bag will...

Page 19: ...ect the charger and reconnect the battery connector to the harness connector 6 Replace the battery cover Do not operate without the battery cover installed REPLACING THE FUSE HMEA TYPE The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 ampere fuse If the fuse burns out the electric starter will not operate The engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out 1 Remove the battery co...

Page 20: ...a slow speed page 10 or push slower Cutting height adjustment levers set at different positions Set all levers at the same cutting height position page 8 Grass bag overfilled or clogged Empty the grass bag Wash the grass bag if it is clogged with dirt page 18 Mower deck is clogged Clean out the mower deck page 12 Blades dull worn or damaged Sharpen or replace the blades if necessary page 17 Wrong ...

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