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Honda HRA215 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 5 Thank you for purchasing This manual describes operation and maintenance of Honda HRA215 rotary mowers All information in this publication at the time of printing. make changes at any time without No part of this publication This manual is a permanent if resold.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY ... Safety Label Locations..Safety Information Important Message to Parents ... COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTROLS ... Fuel Valve ... Throttle Lever ... ROTO-STOP Lever ... Drive Clutch Lever IHRA215SXA) ... Shift Lever fHRA215SXA) Handlebar Locking Knobs ... Cutting Height Adjustment ATTACHMENTS Grass Bag (standard) ...

  • Page 7: Safety

    SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read all safety instructions before operating the mower. DO NOT START UNLESS REAR DOOR IS CLOSED OR BAG IS IN PLACE. 8 READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. . DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG BEFORE DECK CUTTER BLADE SEFNICING. 00 NOT ALLOW ANlONE TO STAND IN FRONT OF MOWER.

  • Page 8: Safety Information

    For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these precautions: Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the engine quickly use of all controls. Be sure that anyone who operates the lawn mower receives proper instruction. Allowing anyone, especially instruction may result in serious injury.
  • Page 9 Dry grass and leaves are flammable. Always empty the grass bag when you’ve finished Stored lawn clippings Honda HRA215 mowers are not factory-equipped in some areas to operate an engine without Check local laws and regulations. authorized Honda lawn mower dealers.

  • Page 10: Important Message To Parents

    By always placing safety first, your youngster of accomplishment. And you’ll both get the best results from your lawn mower. TO PARENTS operates this equipment. The youngster to comfortably reach and operate the controls.

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ROTO-STOP LEVER ROTO-STOP BUTTON DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER HANDLEBAR THROlTLE LEVER GRASS BAG , DISCHARGE GUARD FUEL TANK CAP FRONT CUlTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER OIL FILLER CAP ‘CUTER DECK \ MUFFLER OIL DRAIN BOLT HRA215SXA: Manual starting; self-propelled...
  • Page 12 2. COMPONENT RECOIL RECOIL STARTER STARTER CARBURETOR CARBURETOR Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering (see page 57). Frame serial number: Engine serial number: GXVl40- IDENTIFICATION ROTO-STOP LEVER HANDLEBAR HANDLEBAR DRIVER CLUTCH DRIVER CLUTCH LEVER LEVER...

  • Page 13: Controls

    FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the connection carburetor. The fuel valve must be in the ON position When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding, Gasoline explode, causing...

  • Page 14: Roto-Stop Lever

    3. CONTROLS ROTO-STOP LEVER The ROTO-STOP lever operates the blade brakeblutch start and stop the blade. lb put the blade into operation, then push the lever forward Releasing the ROTO-STOP lever will stop the blade. Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete drive is always either fully engaged or stopped.

  • Page 15: Drive Clutch Lever Ihra215Sxa)

    DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (HRA215SXA) This lever operates the clutch to drive the rear wheels that propel the mower. To propel the mower, push the drive clutch lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. Release the lever to disengage To propel the mower and operate the blade at the same time, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, push the ROTO-STOP lever forward, the drive clutch lever forward.

  • Page 16: Shift Lever Fhra215Sxa)

    3. CONTROLS SHIFT LEVER The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. Move the shift lever to select the pace at which you wish to mow. NOTE: The mower will lurch if you shift gears while the drive clutch is engaged. Release the drive clutch lever before moving the shift lever.
  • Page 17 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The blade can cause serious injury. Stop before adjusting cutting There are five cutting height settings: 1 in (2.7 cm), l-l 12 in (4.0 cm), 2 in (5.2 cm), 2-l 12 in (6.4 cm), and 3 in (7.6 cm).

  • Page 18: Attachments

    4. ATTACHMENTS Honda HRA215 mowers are provided You can operate the mower with the grass bag (or optional hard-shell grass catcher) installed to collect the grass clippings, side-discharge chute installed) if you wish to leave the grass clippings When attachments are removed, the discharge guard automatically...

  • Page 19: Hard-Shell Grass Catcher (Optional)

    A hard-shell grass catcher, and a side-discharge Honda lawn mower dealers. They attach to the cutter deck in place of the standard grass bag. HARD-SHELL GRASS SIDE-DISCHARGE CHUTE chute, are available from authorized CATCHER (optional) (optional) SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE 4. ATTPCHMENTS...

  • Page 20: Pre-Operation Check

    A worn inspect the blade before When the blade needs sharpening authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, remove and install the blade yourself Blade sharpening: To avoid weakening cutting, the blade should be sharpened dealer.

  • Page 21: Grass Bag

    GRASS Check that the grass bag is in good condition and not clogged. A clogged grass bag will not collect grass efficiently. When the bag needs cleaning, wash it with a garden hose, and allow it to dry thoroughly a wet bag will clog quickly. The grass bag wears during normal use and will eventually require replacement.

  • Page 22: Engine Oil

    5. PRE-OPERATiON CHECK ENGINE Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level surface 1. Remove the oil filler cap, and wipe the dipstick 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. 3.

  • Page 23: Fuel

    FUEL Fuel tank capacity: 0.26 US gal (1.0 PI Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling in the filler neck. Gasoline explode, causing serious gasoline.
  • Page 24 “spark knock” or “pinging” while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern. If spark knock or pinging change brands of gasoline. If spark knock or pinging Honda lawn mower dealer. 1 IMPORTANT NCTfCE or pinging can cause...

  • Page 25: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER Check that the air filter is clean and in good condition. air flow to the carburetor, reducing allow dirt to enter to engine, causing 1 . Remove the cover screws, then remove the air cleaner cover. Inspect the paper and foam elements of the air filter. Replace the filter if either of the filter elements are damaged.

  • Page 26: Cutting Height

    5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK CUTTING HEIGHT Check the cutting height settings, and make any necessary adjustments (see page 13). Set both adjusting levers to the same cutting height position. The blade can cause serious injury. Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height.

  • Page 27: Operation

    STARTING THE ENGINE If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air can become contaminated dangerous amount of exhaust gas. Exhaust poisonous carbon colorless Breathing exhaust consciousness death. To keep building provide ventilation.
  • Page 28 6. OPERATION 3. Operate the starter. NOTE: Always release the ROTO-STOP drive is engaged, extra effort will be required to operate the starter. HRA215SXA: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the engine. If the drive clutch is engaged, the mower will move forward when you operate the starter.

  • Page 29: Clearing A Flooded Engine

    When the engine warms up, move the throttle lever away from the CHOKE oosition. FAST (@ 1 position or in SLOW idling. NOTE: If restarting in the CHOKE position, throttle lever away from CHOKE as soon as the engine starts. CLEARING A FLOODED If the engine won’t start, after you have operated the starter several times, the engine...

  • Page 30: Mower Operation

    6. OPERATION MOWER OPERATION To mow, set the throttle lever in the FAST 1 p OSI ton, press the button on top of the 3’ ROTO-STOP lever, then move the ROTO-STOP lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. The blade will operate while the ROTO-STOP lever is held forward.
  • Page 31 If the mower that will increase objects and debris. and be careful not to lose your footing Keep a firm grip on the handlebar, and walk, never run, with the mower. Be very careful when mowing down. Be careful when changing use the mower on a steep slope of more than 209 MAXIMUM Use extra care when mowing over objects imbedded...

  • Page 32: Stopping The Engine

    6. OPERATION STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release drive (HRA215SXA) and ROTO-STOP lever (all models). 2. Move the throttle lever to the STOP position. When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding, and to reduce the possibility Gasoline...

  • Page 33: High Altitude Operation

    High altitude performance fuel jet in the carburetor the mower at altitudes Honda lawn mower dealer perform this carburetor Even with carburetor modification, for each 1,000 foot increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on horsepower...

  • Page 34: Mowing Recommendations

    If allowed to grow the grass will be healthier, and the lawn mower will the grass should be relatively engine performance. on the lawn, we recommend chute (see page 15). cut a narrower swath, and/or use a slower cutter deck, turn the fuel valve OFF, and tilt the side is up.
  • Page 35 For best results, start at the outer edges of the lawn, and work toward the center in a clockwise direction. If you use the standard grass bag, or the optional hard-shell grass clockwise mowing pattern, starting the outer edges of the lawn, will give the best bagging performance, least amount of clippings...
  • Page 36 7. MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS If the grass is not very thick or tall, you can mow a wide swath, and/or you can move the shift lever (HRA215SXA) close to the swath line for maximum If the grass is very thick or tall, cutting clog the cutter deck, and cause poor bagging performance.

  • Page 37: Transporting

    engine remain hot for components can cause Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after the engine has stopped. Allow the engine to cool before transporting Before Loading Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. This will prevent the possibility carburetor...
  • Page 38 8. TRANSPORTING Loading/Unloading lb reduce the possibility and avoid tilting the mower excessively Use a loading ramp with a slope of not more than 15O for pushing the mower on and off the vehicle. If a suitable loading ramp is not available, two people should lift the mower on and off the vehicle, while holding Position the mower so all 4 wheels are on the bed of the vehicle.

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Fuel line VOTE: (1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. (2) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenanc intervals.

  • Page 40: Engine Oil Change

    9. MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL CHANGE Engine oil capacity: Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete 1 . Place a suitable container Remove the oil filler cap and the oil drain bolt, using a 10 mm box or socket wrench.
  • Page 41 3. Install the oil drain bolt and tighten it securely. 4. Fill with the recommended page 18) to the upper level on the dipstick. 5. Install the filler cap/dipstick. 6. Wipe the cutter deck drain channel clean to reduce dirt build-up the mower is used.

  • Page 42: Air Cleaner Service

    9. MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE IMPORTANT NOTICE damaged air filter,...
  • Page 43 AIR CLEANER COVER 9. MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT AIR FILTER FOAM ELEMENT...

  • Page 44: Spark Plug Service

    9. MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark 1 IMPORTANT NOTICE engine damage. For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area. Touching cause burns.

  • Page 45: Spark Arrester Maintenance (Optional Equipment)

    SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE The spark arrester must be serviced designed. Touching burns. Let the engine 1. Remove the two nuts from the muffler shield, using a 10 mm wrench. 2. Remove the muffler 3. Remove the spark arrester from the muffler. 4.

  • Page 46: Roto-Stop Cable Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENT in (15-20 mm). check that the ROTO-STOP lever operates properly. If the Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. the button down. Free adjusted,...

  • Page 47: Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment (Hffa215Sxa)

    3. Start the engine and operate the drive clutch lever. Check to be sure the drive clutch engages and releases properly. properly, and lever free play is correctly adjusted, take the mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. 3116-316 (5-10 ADJUSTMENT If the drive clutch 9.

  • Page 48: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    9. MAINTENANCE THROlTLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT When the throttle lever is moved to the CHOKE position, the carburetor choke arm should move all the way counterclockwise, Push the choke arm with your finger to check that it moves as far as it will go.

  • Page 49: Carburetor Adjustment

    CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 1 . Start the engine outdoors, temperature. Exhaust colorless odorless consciousness and may lead to death. To keep exhaust up, provide adequate 2. Set the throttle lever in the SLOW CC, 3. Turn the pilot screw The correct setting will usually be approximately closed position.

  • Page 50: Grass Bag Cleaning And Replacement

    9. MAINTENANCE GRASS BAG CLEANING When the bag needs cleaning, with a garden hose, and allow it to dry completely before use; a wet grass bag will clog quickly. Replace a frayed, torn, or deteriorated bag with a Honda replacement its equivalent.

  • Page 51: Blade Removal And Installation

    BLADE REMOVAL When the blade needs sharpening authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, remove and install the blade yourself. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. Blade sharpening: To reduce the possibility imbalance or poor cutting authorized Honda lawn mower dealer.
  • Page 52 If the blade is installed upside down, the edges and the center may jam the ROTO-STOP designed for this application 36.2-43.4 ft-lb (5.0-6.0 TORQUE WRENCH BLADE area. and must not be Be sure the ROTO-STOP lever the bolts. If you do Honda lawn mower dealer tighten kg-m)

  • Page 53: Storage

    Preparation for Storage When the mower will not be used for one month preparation will help to prevent rust and corrosion, the engine when the mower is removed from storage. 1. Clean all surfaces of the mower, including Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. NOTE: Before cleaning the mower on its right side, so the carburetor side is up.
  • Page 54 10. STORAGE 4. For prolonged storage, perform these additional For storage of 1 or 2 months: For storage of 1 or 2 months, be sure the fuel tank is full. If partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel oxidation that may cause hard starting.

  • Page 55: Storage

    For storage of more than 2 months d. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel valve, and drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container. Gasoline explode, causing serious injury or death. Use extreme gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH e.

  • Page 56: Removal From Storage

    10. STORAGE The handlebar can be folded for compact storage. loosen the handlebar knobs, and fold the handlebar as shown. When folding, be careful to avoid kinking or pinching the control cables. Cover the mower to keep out dust. NOTE: Plastic sheets should not be used as dust covers; they trap moisture under the covers, promoting rust and corrosion.

  • Page 57: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE ENGINE WILL NOT START Fuel valve OFF. 1. Check control positions Throttle lever in wrong position. 2. Check fuel. Out of fuel. Bad fuel; mower stored without treating or draining gasoline, or refueled with bad gas Spark plug faulty, fouled, or 3.

  • Page 58: Cutting Height Adjustment Levers

    11. TROUBLESHOOTING GRASS CUlTlNG POOR CUT QUALITY OR POOR CUlTlNG PERFORMANCE 1. Check that throttle Engine speed is too slow to lever is in FAST cut well. position. 2. Reduce forward Mower is moving too fast for speed. lawn conditions. 3.

  • Page 59: Specifications

    MOWER MODELS HRA215SXA DIMENSIONS Maximum length (handlebar extended) Width at cutter deck Maximum Height (cutting adjusted to 3 in; 7.6 cm) Minimum Height (cutting adjusted to 1 in; 2.7 cm) Dry Weight (including grass bag) Grass Bag Capacity Cutting Width Cutting Height (adjustable) ENGINE...

  • Page 60: Wiring Diagram

    13. Wl.RING DIAGRAM INTEGRATED CIRCUIT SPARK : ENGINE PLUG SWITCH...

  • Page 61: Warranty Service

    Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill warranty details are explained problems concerning the product department. If you have a warranty satisfaction, we suggest you take the following Discuss your problem with a member of the dealership complaints can be quickly resolved at that level. If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.

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