Troubleshooting - Honda HRX537HXEA Owner's Manual

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CHARGING THE BATTERY (HMEA TYPE)

The lawn mower does not have an internal charging system. A

plug-in charger is provided to recharge the battery. Use the

plug-in charger after prolonged storage or anytime you notice

a decrease in starter motor speed.

To assure maximum reliability, the battery should be

recharged (boost charged) before prolonged storage and

charged again at the beginning of the mowing season. Charge

the battery in a dry, well-ventilated area where the temperature

is moderate.

 WARNING

A battery can explode if you do not follow the

correct procedure, seriously injuring anyone nearby.

Keep all sparks, open flames, and smoking

materials away from the battery.

Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead

and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling.

1. Remove the battery cover [1] by depressing the tabs [2] located on

the sides and releasing the tab on top of the battery cover.

2. Disconnect the battery connector [3] by depressing the connector

tab [4] and pulling the battery connector from the harness

connector [5], which is located inside the battery case, above the

battery.

[3]

[1]

[2]

3. Connect the battery connector [3] to the charger [6] supplied with

the mower.

NOTICE

Do not attempt to charge the battery with any charger other than

the one supplied with the mower. Use of a charger other than the

one supplied may result in damage to the electrical system or fire.

[6]

[3]

[4]

[5]

4. Plug the charger into a standard household power outlet and let

the battery charge for 20 to 24 hours. The charger may become

slightly warm during charging. This is normal.

NOTICE

Do not charge the battery for more than 24 hours or the battery

may be damaged. Disconnect the battery charger from the battery

before storing the lawn mower.

5. After the battery has charged, disconnect the charger and

reconnect the battery connector to the harness connector.

6. Replace the battery cover. Do not operate without the battery

cover installed.

REPLACING THE FUSE (HMEA TYPE)

The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 ampere

fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not operate. The

engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out.

1. Remove the battery cover by depressing the tabs located on the

sides and releasing the tab on top of the battery cover (page 19).

2. Locate the fuse case [1] above the battery.

3. Remove and inspect the fuse [2]. If it is burned out [3], install the

spare fuse [4] provided with the mower as shown.

NOTICE

Never use a fuse with a rating other than 40 amperes. Serious

damage to the electrical system or a fire can result.

[4]

[5]

If a frequent fuse failure occurs, it usually indicates a short circuit or

an overload in the electrical system. Take the mower to an authorized

Honda servicing dealer for repair.