Blades; Blade Replacement; Oil Change; Change - Honda HRC216HXA Owner's Manual

Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection
Inspect the blade bolts for any signs of damage
or looseness. If they are damaged, they must
be replaced.
If they appear loose, a torque wrench must be
used to accurately tighten the blade bolts to the
required torque. If you do not have a torque
wrench, take your lawn mower to an authorized
dealer to have the bolts replaced and/or
tightened.
Use only Honda Genuine blade bolts and
special washers, since they are specifically
designed for this purpose.
Replacement part numbers are on

Blade Replacement

1. Remove the two blade bolts with a 14 mm (6 point) socket
wrench. Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning
when removing the bolts. Remove the blades.
UPPER
BLADE
BLADE
BOLT (2)
2. Clean dirt and grass from around the blade mounting area.
3. Install the sharpened or replacement blades using the two blade
bolts and special washers as shown below.

Operating the mower with only one blade will result in an
improperly seated blade that can be thrown from the mower
and seriously hurt or kill someone.
Always install both blades as a set.
The blade bolts and washers are specially designed for this
application. When replacing bolts and washers, use only Honda
Genuine replacement parts.
UPPER BLADE
4. Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench. Use a wooden
block to prevent the blades from turning when tightening the
bolts, as shown on page
12
INSPECT WASHERS
AND BOLT HEADS
FOR LOOSENESS
page 20.
LOWER
BLADE
SPECIAL
WASHER (2)
WARNING
LOWER BLADE
BLADE BOLT [2]
AND WASHER [2]
SPECIAL WASHER
DIRECTION
13.
Blade bolt torque: 36 ~ 43 ft-lb (49 ~ 59 N·m)
If you do not have a torque wrench, have an authorized Honda
servicing dealer tighten the blade bolts.

If the blade bolts are not torqued properly, the blades could
loosen and be thrown from the mower and seriously hurt or kill
someone.
Ensure the blade bolts are torqued properly.
TORQUE
WRENCH
TORQUE:
36 ~ 43 ft-lb
(49 ~ 59 N•m)

Oil Change

Change the oil after the first month or 5 hours of use. Thereafter,
change the oil every 6 months or 50 hours of use. Change the oil
more frequently when used under heavy load or high outdoor
temperatures. See "Engine Oil Recommendations" on this page for
recommended oil properties.
Drain the used oil while the engine is warm. Warm oil drains quickly
and completely.
To reduce the chance of scratching the side of the mower deck or
wheels when tipping, place a piece of cardboard or drop cloth on the
ground. The use of a commercially available siphon pump will save
time and make the oil change easier.
1. Turn the fuel valve OFF
of fuel leakage.
2. Wipe the oil filler area clean, and then remove the oil filler
cap/dipstick.
3. Place a suitable container next to
the mower to catch the used oil,
and then tilt the mower on its right
side.
The used oil will drain through the
filler neck. Allow the oil to drain
completely.
After draining, take the oil to your
local recycling center or service
station. Do not throw it in the
trash, pour it on the ground, or
pour it down a drain.
4. Fill with the recommended oil. Do not overfill. Allow a couple of
minutes for the oil to settle in the engine, and then measure the
oil level (page 7).
Refill amount:
12.0 ~ 13.5 oz.
(0.35 ~ 0.40 L)
NOTICE
Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine's service life, and
using 2-stroke oil can damage the engine.
WARNING
WOODEN BLOCK
(page 10). This will reduce the possibility