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Honda HRC216 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 Honda HRC216 mowers meet CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind rotary mowers. Honda HRC216 mowers are not factory-equipped with spark arresters. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a USDA qualified spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations before operation. An optional spark arrester is available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS 1. SAFETY ... Safety Label Locations ... Safety Information Important Message to Parents ... 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION. 3. CONTROLS ... FuelValve Throttle Lever ... ROTO-STOP Lever ... Drive Clutch Lever ... HRC216SXA Shift Lever..HRC216HXA Shift Lever..Cutting Height Adjustment 4.
  • Page 5 7. MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS ......33 8.TRANSPORTING... 9. MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule ... Engine Oil Change ... Air Cleaner Service ... Spark Plug Service ...

  • Page 6: Safety

    1. SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS Read all safety instructions before operating the mower. UNDER NORMAL USAGE, THIS BAG MATERIAL IS SUBJECT TO DETERlORAilON AND WEAR, AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUENTLY FOR BAG REPLACEMENT. THIS BAG CONFORMS TO A.N.S.I. STANDARD 871.1, ANY REPLACEMENT MUST MEET THIS STANDARD.

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all controls. Be sure that anyone who operates the lawn mower receives proper instruction. Allowing anyone, especially children, to operate the mower without proper instruction may result in serious injury.
  • Page 8 Always empty the grass bag when you’ve finished mowing, even if it’s not full. Stored lawn clippings are a fire hazard. Honda HRC216 mowers are not factory-equipped illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a USDA qualified spark arrester.

  • Page 9: Important Message To Parents

    In fact, it’s up to parents to make sure that the mower is properly maintained and kept in safe operating condition. By always placing safety first, your youngster will acquire useful skills and a sense of accomplishment. And you’ll both get the best results from your lawn mower. 1. SAFETY...
  • Page 10 2. COMPONENT ROTO-STOP LEVER CUTTING ADJUSTMEN HRC216SXA: Mechanical HRC216HXA: Hydrostatic IBENTIFICATUON -STOP BUlTON RIVE CLUTCH LEVER HANDLEBAR THROTTLE GRASS BAG OIL DRAiN BOLT transmission model transmission model LEVER (HRC21 GSXA) DISCHARGE GUARD CUlTING HEIGHT MUFFLER...

  • Page 11: Component Identification

    DRIVER CLUTCH LEVE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or warranty inquiries (see page 61). Frame serial number: - Engine serial number: GXVl60- - 2.

  • Page 12: Controls

    3. CONTROLS FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the connection between the fuel tank and the carburetor. The fuel valve must be in the ON position for the engine to run. 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 of fuel leakage Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode, causing injury or death.

  • Page 13: Roto-Stop Lever

    ROTO-SKIP LEVER The ROTO-STOP lever operates the blade brake/clutch mechanism. It is used to start and stop the blade lb put the blade into operation, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, then push the lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. Releasing the ROTO-STOP lever will stop the blade Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete motion, so the blade drive is always either fully engaged or stopped.

  • Page 14: Drive Clutch Lever

    3. CONTROLS DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER This lever operates the clutch to drive the rear wheels that propel the mower. To propel the mower, push the drive clutch lever forward. Release the lever to disengage the drive. NOTE: HRC216SXA mechanical transmission positive gear engagement;...

  • Page 15: Hrc216Sxa Shift Lever

    HRC216SXA 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 theCdrive clutch is engaged. Release the drive clutch lever before moving the shift lever.

  • Page 16: Hrc216Hxa Shift Lever

    3. CONTROLS HRC216HXA SHIFT LEVER The shift lever controls the mower’s maximum drive speed. Move the shift lever to select the pace at which you normally mow in open areas. If you wish to momentarily slow the mower during operation, partially release the drive clutch lever, then resume your normal speed by pushing the drive clutch lever forward again (see page 12).

  • Page 17: Cutting Height Adjustment Levers

    CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVERS The blade can cause serious injury. Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height. There are five cutting height settings: 1 in (2.8 cm), l-l /2 in (4.1 cm), 2 in (5.3 cm), 2-l 12 in (6.5 cm), and 3 in (7.7 cm).

  • Page 18: Attachments

    4. ATTACHMENTS Honda HRC216 mowers are provided with a grass bag as standard equipment. You can operate the mower with the grass bag (or optional hard-shell grass catcher) installed to collect the grass clippings, or with the grass bag removed (or optional side-discharge chute installed) if you wish to leave the grass clippings on the lawn.

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

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

  • Page 20: Pre-Operation Check

    When the blade needs sharpening or replacement, take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, you can remove and install the blade yourself (see page 51).

  • Page 21: Grass Bag

    GRASS BAG 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 use;...

  • Page 22: Engine Oil

    5. PRE-OPERATION ENGINE OIL 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 clean. 2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. 3.

  • Page 23: Fuel

    FUEL Fuel tank capacity: 0.53 US gal (2.0 P) Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel. Do not fill above the maximum fuel level mark;...
  • Page 24 This is no cause for concern. If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed, under normal load, change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists, see an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. IMPORTANT NOTICE pinging can cause engine damage.

  • Page 25: Air Cleaner

    AIR CLEANER Check that the air filter is clean and in good condition. A dirty air filter will restrict air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. 1. Remove the cover screws, then remove the air cleaner cover. 2.

  • Page 26: Cutting Height

    5. PRE-OPERATION CUTTING HEIGHT Check the cutting height settings, and make any necessary adjustments (see page 15). Set both adjusting levers to the same cutting height position. The blade can cause serious injury. Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height. ADJiSSTiNG LEVERS CHECK...

  • 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 with a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. Exhaust poisonous carbon colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust cause consciousness and may lead to death.
  • Page 28 6. OPERATION 3. Operate the starter. NOTE: Always release the ROTO-STOP lever before starting the engine. If the blade drive is engaged, extra effort will be required to operate the starter. Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the engine If the drive clutch is held forward while starting, the mower will move forward before you are ready to guide it.

  • Page 29: Clearing A Flooded Engine

    4. When the engine warms up, move the throttle lever away from the CHOKE position. Set the lever in FAST ( 6) position for mowing, or in SLOW ( *) idling. CLEARING A FLOODED ENGINE If the engine won’t start, after you have operated the starter several times, the engine may be flooded with excess fuel.

  • Page 30: Mower Operation

    6. OPERATION MOWER OPERATION To mow, set the throttle lever in the FAST ( * ) position, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, then move the ROTO-STOP lever forward and hold it against the handlebar. The blade will turn while the ROTO-STOP lever is held forward.
  • Page 31 To propel the mower, push the drive clutch lever forward (see page 12). Release the drive clutch lever to disengage the drive To select a different drive speed, move the shift lever (see pages 13 & 14). Hold the ROTO-STOP lever forward with the drive clutch lever for self-propelled mowing in open areas.
  • Page 32 6. OPERATION If the mower tints or overturns, the blade will be exposed; that will increase the risk of injury from blade contact and from thrown objects and debris. For your safety, keep al0 four wheels on the ground, and be careful not to lose your footing and your control of the mower.

  • Page 33: Stopping The Engine

    STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release the drive clutch lever and ROTO-STOP lever. 2. Move the throttle lever to the STOP position. STOP When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position prevent the possibility flooding, and to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage Gasoline is extremely...

  • Page 34: High Altitude Operation

    If you always operate the mower at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer perform this carburetor modification. Even with carburetor modification, engine horsepower will decrease about 3.5%...

  • Page 35: Mowing Recommendations

    If tall grass is reduced in height a little at a time, and is allowed to recover between mowings, the grass will be healthier, and the lawn mower will work better and will leave a better lawn finish. For good mowing conditions, the grass should be relatively dry, but the ground should not be so dry that the mower stirs up a lot of dust.
  • Page 36 7. MOWING RECOMMENDATlONS 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 catcher, a clockwise mowing pattern, starting at the outer edges of the lawn, will give the best bagging performance, leaving the least amount of clippings on the...
  • Page 37 If the grass is not very thick or tall, you can mow a wide swath, and/or you can move the shift lever to select a fast drive speed. Keep the wheels close to the swath line for maximum cutting width. If the grass is very thick or tall, cutting a wide swath may slow or stall the engine, clog the cutter deck, and cause poor bagging performance For thick or tall grass, cut a narrower swath, and/or push the mower more slowly or move the shift...

  • Page 38: Transporting

    8. TRANSPORTING The engine and exhaust system become hot during operation and remain hot for a while after stopping. Contact with hot engine components can cause burns and can ignite some materials. Avoid touching the engine or exhaust system for at least 15 minutes after the engine has stopped.

  • Page 39: Maintenance

    Check NOTE: (11 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas. (21 These items should be serviced bv an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer, unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient. Refer to the Honda shop manual.

  • Page 40: Engine Oil Change

    9. MAINTENANCE ENGINE OIL CHANGE Engine oil capacity: 0.69 MS qt (0.65 h’) Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Place a suitable container under the cutter deck to catch the used oil. NOTE: Check to be sure the drain hole in the cutter deck is not clogged.
  • Page 41 Install the oil drain bolt and tighten it securely. Fill with the recommended oil (see page 20) to the upper level on the dipstick. Do not overfill. Install the filler cap/dipstick. Wipe the cutter deck drain channel clean to reduce dirt build-up when 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, performance If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE. IMPORTANT NOTICE air filter, will cause rapid engine wear.
  • Page 43 9. MAINTENANCE FUEL TANK CAP\-...

  • Page 44: Spark Plug Service

    9. MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plugs: NGK BPR5ES IMPORTANT NOTICE engine damage. For good performance, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. 1. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area.

  • Page 45: Spark Arrester Maintenance (Optional Equipment)

    SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE (optional equipment) The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning designed. Touching the engine or exhaust system while hot can cause bums. Let the engine cool before servicing. 1. Remove the two nuts from the muffler shield, using a 10 mm wrench. 2.

  • Page 46: Roto-Stop Cable Adjustment

    NOTE: When mowing, check that the ROTO-STOP lever operates properly. If the blade does not start or stop as it should, and lever free play is correctly adjusted, take the mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. HRC216SXA in.

  • Page 47: Hrc216Sxa Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment

    3. Start the engine and operate the drive clutch lever. Check to be sure the drive clutch engages and releases properly, If the drive clutch does not operate properly, and lever free play is correctly adjusted, take the mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. 9. MAINTENANCE 3/l 6-316 in...

  • Page 48: Hrc216Hxa Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment

    9. MAINTENANCE HRC216HXA DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT Remove the grass bag, and raise the discharge guard. Remove screw transmission cover remove the cover plate. Move the gear shift lever all the way back to the slowest position. 4. Push the drive clutch lever all the way forward, and hold it against the handlebar.
  • Page 49 Check to be sure the drive clutch lever operates properly. If the drive clutch lever does not operate properly after the cable is correctly adjusted, take the mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. arm is 9. MAINTENANCE TRANSMISSION CASE...

  • Page 50: Throttle Cable Adjustment

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

  • Page 51: Carburetor Adjustment

    CARBURETOR ADJUSTMENT 1. Start the engine outdoors, and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.

  • Page 52: Grass Bag Cleaning And Replacement

    9. MAINTENANCE GRASS RAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENT When the bag needs cleaning, wash it 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 bag or its equivalent.

  • Page 53: Blade Removal And Installation

    When the blade needs sharpening or replacement, take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, you can remove and install the blade yourself. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands.
  • Page 54 Tighten the blade bolts with a torque wrench. Use a wooden block to prevent the blade from turning when tightening the bolts. If you do not have a torque wrench, have an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer tighten the blade bolts. Blade bolt torque: 36.2-43.4 ft-lb (5.0-6.0...

  • Page 55: Storage

    Preparation for Storage When the mower will not be used for one month or longer, proper storage preparation will help to prevent rust and corrosion, and will make it easier to start the engine when the mower is removed from storage 1.
  • Page 56 10. STORAGE 4. For prolonged storage, perform these additional steps: 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 and deterioration, resulting in bad fuel that may cause hard starting.

  • Page 57: Storage

    For storage of more than 2 months (continued): Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel valve, and drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline container. Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode, causing serious injury or de&h. Use extreme care when handling gasoline.

  • Page 58: Removal From Storage

    10. STORAGE 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. Removal from Storage Check all items described in the PRE-OPERATION CHECK section of this manual (pages 18-24).

  • Page 59: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE ENGINE NOT START 1. Check control positions. 2. Check fuel. 3. Remove and inspect spark plug. 4. Take mower to dealer for service or repair. ’ malfunction, valves stuck, etc LOSS OF POWER 1. Check under cutter deck. 2. Check air filter. 3.
  • Page 60 11. TROUBLESHOOTING GRASS CUTTING POOR CUT 0UAlJl-Y OR POOR CUTTING PERFORMANCE 1. Check that throttle lever is in FAST 1 position. 2. Reduce forward speed. 3. Check cutting height adjustment IeVerS. 4. Check grass bag. 5. Check cutter deck and blade GRASS BAGGING POOR GRASS BAGGING...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    MOWER MODELS HRC216SXA HRC216HXA DIMENSIONS Overall Length Width at cutter deck Maximum Height (cutting height adjusted to 3 in; 7.7 cm) Minimum Height (cutting height adiusted to 1 in: 2.8 cm) HRC216SXA: Dry Weight HRC216HXA: Grass Bag Capacity Cuttina Width Cutting Height (adjustable) Enqine Model Engine Type...

  • Page 62: Wiring Diagram

    13. WIRING DIAGRAIWI IGNITION COIL : ENGINE SPARK SWITCH PLUG...

  • Page 63: Warranty Service

    Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor’s Limited Warranty. Normally, any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer’s service department. If you have a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction, we suggest you take the following action: Discuss your problem with a member of the dealership management.
  • Page 64 When you write or call, please provide the following information: • Model and serial numbers • Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you • Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment •...

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