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©1996 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.—All Rights Reserved

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  • Page 1 Owner's Manual SNOWBLOWER HS622 ©1996 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.—All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2 The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
  • Page 3 Honda snowblower. from your new snowblower contains information describes the operation HS622 publication is based at the time of printing. incurring any obligation. be reproduced considered a permanent remain with it if it is resold. of others...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS SAFETY ... SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS SAFETY INFORMATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION.. CONTROLS ... Engine Switch ... Fuel Valve ... Choke Lever ... Starter Grip ... Lever ... Throttle Shift Lever ... Chute Guide ... Drive Clutch Lever ... Auger Clutch Lever ... Height Adjustment Skid Plate and Scraper ...

  • Page 5: Safety

    SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes Snowblower dealer for a replacement. of potential hazards hard to read, contact SAFETY that can cause serious your Honda...

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with snowblowers instructions in this common hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. Always make a pre-operation start the engine. damage. Honda snowblowers service if operated according to instructions. this Owner’s Manual do so could result in personal injury or equipment...
  • Page 7 Adjust the snow discharge bystanders, windows, clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snowblower. To avoid overturning, snowblower while operating it on a slope.
  • Page 8 Gasoline is extremely conditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the snowblower refueled or where gasoline is stored. Allow the engine to cool down before refueling. Refuel in a well-ventilated Do not overfill the fuel tank, and make sure the filler cap is closed securely after refueling.

  • Page 9: Component Identification

    SNOW CHUTE FUEL VALVE STARTER GRIP Record the frame and engine to the serial numbers or warranty inquiries Frame serial number: Engine serial number: COMPONENT ENGINE SWITCH SHIFT LEVER serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical (see page 47 ). IDENTIFICATION AUG/ER CLUTCH LEVER CHUTE GUIDE...

  • Page 10: Controls

    CONTROLS Engine Switch Use the engine switch to turn the ignition to STOP the engine. ENGINE SWITCH Fuel Valve The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading to the carburetor. Make sure that the valve either the ON or OFF position. always leave the fuel valve in the OFF position of fuel leakage.

  • Page 11: Choke Lever

    Choke Lever Close the choke when the engine is cold or difficult to start. Starter Grip See page 19 for starting procedures. Pull this grip to start the engine. STARTER GRIP...

  • Page 12: Throttle Lever

    Throttle Lever Use the throttle lever to select engine speed. In normal the “FAST” position. Shift Lever Use the shift lever to select drive speed or direction. (1): LOW SPEED (2): HIGH SPEED (3): NEUTRAL (4): REVERSE SHIFT LEVER operation, THROlTLE LEVER 1: LOW SPEED...

  • Page 13: Chute Guide

    Chute Guide The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle and direction. CHUTE GUIDE CHUTE GUIDE Drive Clutch Lever Use the drive clutch lever to propel or stop the snowblower. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER...

  • Page 14: Auger Clutch Lever

    Auger Clutch Lever Squeezing the auger clutch snowblowing mechanism forward. Releasing the auger clutch lever stops both the snowblowing mechanism and the forward Height Adjustment Bolt Use the bolt for adjusting relation to the tracks. Raise or lower the machine : Hard snow or fine finish MIDDLE : Normal use HIGH...

  • Page 15: Skid Plate And Scraper

    Skid Plate and Scraper Adjust the skid plates clearance best suited to your snow removal SCRAPER Handle Height Adjusting can be set in the high, low or middle The handlebars the operator. To change bolts, align the bolt holes for the desired adjusting and reinstall the bolts.

  • Page 16: Engine Oil

    Engine Oil Inspection With the snowblower wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick not screw it in. Remove the dipstick If the level is low, ret :ommended oil. OIL FILLER NECK OIL FILLER CAP AND DIPSTICK Oil capacity: 0.60 !J (0.63 US qt ,0.53 Imp qt) Recommended Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements...

  • Page 17: Fuel

    Fuel Refueling Fuel tank capacity: Check the fuel level gauge, and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Gasoline is highly flammable You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors.
  • Page 18 Fuel Recommendations Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. This engine is desi gasoline produces ewer engine exhaust system life. Never use stale or contaminated Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank. Occasionally noise Y (metallic rapping...
  • Page 19 Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional ether compound. These oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, United States and Canada emissions. If you use an oxygenated minimum octane rating requirement. Before using an oxygenated Some states/provinces pump. The following are the EPA-approved (ethyl or grain alcohol) ETHANOL - You may use...

  • Page 20: Auger Bolts

    Auger Bolts Check the auger for loose or broken bol,ts. If broken, replace them with new ones (page 39 ). Other Checks 1. Check all bolts, nuts and other fasteners 2. Check each part for operation. 3.Check the entire machine been caused in previous AUGER SHEAR BOLT for security.

  • Page 21: Starting The Engine

    STARTING THE ENGINE Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined .area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGIN,E SWITCH 2.
  • Page 22 3. In cold weather and when the engine is cold, move the choke to the CLOSE position. CHOKE LEVER 4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
  • Page 23 5. Let the engine warm up for several minutes. If the choke has been moved to the CLOSE position, gradually move the choke lever to the OPEN position as the engine warms up. CHOKE LEVER --T----...

  • Page 24: Snowblower Operation

    SNOWBLOWER Operating the Controls 1. Adjust the skid plate and scraper positions and the spark plug cap removed. The skid plate and scraper position according to the surface conditions NOTE: Adjust the height equally After adjusting the height, nuts securely. HEIGHT ADJUSTING Operation Regular work...
  • Page 25 2. Start the engine according Before operating this equipment Safety information on page 3. Move the throttle THROlTLE 4. Move the shift lever to select the desired drive speed. Be sure to disengage the drive clutch before shifting gears. Be sure to set the shift lever into the groove. Never move the shift lever while the snowblower NOTE: Low speed (1) is recommended...
  • Page 26 5. With the shift lever in a forward gear, the machine will move and clear snow simultaneously when you squeeze the auger clutch lever. AUGER CLUTCH LEVER 6.To move from one place to another, or to change direction, use the drive clutch lever without squeezing the auger clutch lever.
  • Page 27 8.Adjust the snow discharge angle and distance Adjust the snow bystanders, windows, clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and use a wooden stick to unclog it. Never put your hand into the snow discharge chute while the engine is running;...

  • Page 28: Clearing Snow

    Clearing Snow For best efficiency, clear snow before it melts, refreezes, Do not use the throttle lever must remain performance. Tips for clearing deep or hard-packed Clear narrow widths. Use 1st (low) gear, and clear narrower cleared path. Clear in steps. If engine speed decreases intermittently...
  • Page 29 Clear with back-and-forth If the snow is so hard that the snowblower surface, move it back and forth to remove snow gradually. Clear in layers If the height of the snowblowing mechanism, ___---_-----------_-_-__-_-_--___ _-------------- motions snow is greater than remove it in several layers as shown. --------- tends to ride over the height...

  • Page 30: High Altitude Operation

    High Altitude Operation high altitude, Performance will decrease, rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. High altitude performance to the carburetor. If you always above 6,000 feet (1,800 meters), this carburetor modification. Even with carburetor about 3.5 % for each 1,000 foot (300 meter) increase fect of altitude on horsepower...

  • Page 31: Stopping The Engine

    0 In an emergency: Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. ENGINE SWITCH @At normal use: 1. Release the auger clutch lever. 2. Move the drive clutch lever to the NEUTRAL position. 3. Move the throttle 4. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. 5.

  • Page 32: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE The Importance of Maintenance Good maintenance operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. To help you properly include a maintenance simple maintenance tasks that are more difficult, by professionals and are normally other qualified mechanic. The maintenance schedule you operate your snowblower servicing...

  • Page 33: Maintenance Safety

    Maintenance Safety Some of the most important cannot warn of every performing maintenance. should perform a given task. Failure to properly follow maintenance can cause you to be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the procedures and precautions in the owner’s manual. Safety precautions Make sure the engine repairs, This will eliminate...

  • Page 34: Proper Maintenance Is The Owner's Responsibility

    Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility Replacement parts The emission control built, and certified. to conform Honda recommends equivalent. use of other equivalent quality control system. Maintenance Follow the maintenance schedule is based on the assumption for its designed purpose. operation, frequent service.

  • Page 35: Maintenance Schedule

    Maintenance schedule ITEM Engine oil Spark plug Track Auger and blower,auger housing bolts Bolts, nuts, fasteners Sediment cup Fuel tank and carburetor Idle speed Anticorrosion oil Auger clutch cable Auger clutch disk Drive clutch cable Throttle cable Fuel line Valve clearance Fuel tank and strainer (1)These parts may require more frequent inspection and replacement under heavy use.

  • Page 36: Tools

    Tools SPARK PLUG WRENCH WRENCH HANDLE 10 x 12 mm WRENCH 10 x 14 mm WRENCH TOOL BAG SPARE AUGER SHEAR BOLT SET TWO 6 x 35 mm BOLTS TWO 6 mm LOCK NUTS...

  • Page 37: Engine Oil Change

    Engine Oil Change Drain oil while complete draining. 1. Remove the drain plug and filler cap, and drain the oil. Retighten drain plug securely. 2. Fill the crankcase with check the level. Oil capacity: 0.60 !Z (0.63 US qt , 0.53 Imp qt) DRAIN PLUG UPPER LIMIT NOTE:...

  • Page 38: Spark Plug Service

    Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug: ensure proper engine gapped and free of deposits. muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler. 1. Remove the spark plug cap. 2. Clean any dirt from around 3. Use the wrench supplied 4.
  • Page 39 5. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary The gap should 0.70-0.80 mm (0.028-0.031 6. Make sure that the spark thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading. 7,After the spak plug is seated, tighten compress the washer.

  • Page 40: Track Adjustment

    Track Adjustment Make sure the tracks are clean and dry before adjustment. cannot be correctly adjusted with ice. Check track deflection with a force of 15 kg (33 lb). When correctly adjusted, mm (0.98-1.18 25.0-30.0 25.0-30.0 (0.98-1.18 Adjusting procedure 1. Loosen the left and right tension turn the adjusting nuts to correctly 2.

  • Page 41: Auger And Blower Inspection

    Auger and Blower Inspection Check the auger, auger housing, damage or other faults. them with the ones furnished bolts nuts are available dealers. riisiq Shear bolts are designed to break under force that would otherwise damage auger and blower parts. Do not replace shear bolts with or- dinary hardware bolts.

  • Page 42: Storage

    STORAGE STORAGE TIME Less than 1 month 1 to 2 months 2 months to 1 year 1 year or more *Use gasoline conditioners life. Contact your recommendations for gasoline RECOMMENDED PROCEDURE TO PREVENT HARD STARTING No preparation required Fill with fresh gasoline conditioner*.
  • Page 43 Before storing the snowblower I. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive 2. Drain the fuel. Gasoline is highly flammable You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. Handle fuel only outdoors.
  • Page 44 4. Remove the spark plug and pour a tablespoon motor oil into the cylinder. times to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug. 5. Pull the starter grip until resistance protects the engine from internal (5- 10 cc) of clean Pull the starter rope slowly is felt.
  • Page 45 6. Apply oil to the following -3 - CHUTE SLIDING SURFACE parts for lubrication and rust prevention. CLUTCH LEVER PIVOT AUGER CLUTCH LEVER PIVOT AND SPRING JOINT...

  • Page 46: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start: 1. Is there enough fuel? 2. Is the fuel valve on? 3. Is gasoline reaching To check, loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on. Fuel should flow freely. Gasoline is highly flammable You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel.

  • Page 47: Specifications

    0.70-0.80 (0.028-0.031 IN: 0.15 Y!Z 0.02 mm EX: 0.20 + 0.02 mm No other adjustments are subject to change SPECIFICATIONS HS622 SZAL mm (57.5 in) mm (21.7 in) mm (44.3 in) kg (146 Ibs) mm (21.7 in) mm (16.5 in)

  • Page 48: Warranty

    WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION Honda power equipment professionals. They should have. If you encounter your satisfaction, please discuss Service Manager problems are solved in this way. If you are dissatisfied management, contact Office. You can write to: American Honda Power Equipment Customer 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth,...
  • Page 49 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTENTS ... CONTROLS ... Auger Clutch Lever ... Choke Lever ... Chute Guide ... Drive Clutch Lever ... Engine Switch ... Fuel Valve ... Handle Height Adjusting Height Adjustment Shift Lever ... Skid Plate and Scraper ... Starter Grip ..i ... Lever ...
  • Page 50 P/N 31743700 150.2001.12 Printed on 00X31-743-7000 Recycled Paper PRINTED IN U.S.A.

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