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Throttle Lever Cable Inspection
Throttle cable adjustment is necessary if the throttle lever does not
operate the choke properly.
You can inspect choke operation by observing the movement of the
choke arm, which is located on top of the carburetor.
1. Move the throttle lever to the
CHOKE position. The choke
arm should move
counterclockwise until it
contacts the stop post on
the carburetor.
Push the choke arm with
your finger to verify that it
has moved as far as it will
go.
2. Move the throttle lever to the
FAST position. The choke
arm should move clockwise
until it contacts the stop post on the carburetor.
Push the choke arm with your finger to verify that it has moved as
far as it will go.
If the choke arm does not move all the way to its stop in either
direction, take the mower to an authorized Honda servicing dealer.
Throttle cable adjustment involves related control plate
adjustments.
Do not try to increase the engine speed above the maximum
governed speed; the blades could fracture and come apart and/or
other damage may occur. This type of damage is not covered
under the DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY.
Transmission Fluid Level Check
The transmission does not consume fluid during normal use. The
transmission fluid will darken during use. Dark gray oil is normal.
1. Place the mower on a flat level surface. Remove the grass bag,
raise the discharge guard, and remove the transmission cover
plate.
FILLER CAP/
DIPSTICK
UPPER
LEVEL
LOWER
LEVEL
TRANSMISSION
COVER PLATE
NOTICE
Do not allow dust, dirt, grass clippings, or other foreign materials
to enter the hydrostatic transmission. Clean area around the filler
cap/dipstick before removing the cap.
2. Thoroughly clean the area around the filler cap/dipstick.
3. Remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe it dry. Screw the filler
cap/dipstick all the way back in. Remove it again, and inspect the
fluid level.
4. If necessary, add enough fluid to bring the level up to the upper
level mark. Do not overfill. Use only Honda Genuine Hydrostatic
Transmission fluid. Use of transmission fluid other than Honda
Genuine Hydrostatic Transmission fluid may cause transmission
damage.
5. Screw the filler cap/dipstick in and install the transmission cover
plate.
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STOP
FAST
CHOKE
THROTTLE LEVER
TRANSPORTING
If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the
mower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can
burn you and can ignite some materials.
Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. This will prevent carburetor
flooding and reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.
If installed, remove the grass bag.
If a suitable loading ramp is not available, two people should lift the
mower on and off the transport vehicle while holding the mower level.
Position the mower so all four wheels are on the bed of the transport
vehicle. Tie the mower down with rope or straps, and block the
wheels. Keep the tie-down rope or straps away from the controls,
adjustment levers, cables, and the carburetor.
STORAGE
Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your lawn mower
trouble free and looking good. To help keep rust and corrosion from
impairing your lawn mower's function and appearance, and to make
the engine easier to start after storage, follow the instructions
described in this section to:
• Drain or treat the fuel
• Change the oil and coat the engine cylinder
• Clean the mower, engine, and grass bag
• Choose a storage location
Fuel
See "AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS" on
of recommended procedures to avoid fuel related problems.
The "DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY" on
cover fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting
from neglected storage preparation.
Oil
Change the engine oil (see
page
Add oil into the engine cylinder to prevent rust.
1. Remove the spark plug
(page
2. Pour a teaspoon (5 cc) of clean
engine oil through the spark
plug hole and into the cylinder
to keep it from rusting.
3. Pull the starter rope several
times to distribute the oil in the
cylinder.
4. Reinstall the spark plug.
5. Pull the starter rope slowly until
resistance is felt, and then
return the starter grip gently.
This will close the intake and
exhaust valves so moisture
cannot enter the engine's
cylinder.
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OIL
SPARK
PLUG
HOLE
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