Starting And Moving - Honda HF1211 Operator's Manual

• Fuel containing alcohol
IMPORTANT
If you intend to use fuel with alcohol, ensure that
its octane number is at least as high as that recommended by
Honda (86). There are two types of fuel/alcohol mixtures: one con-
tains ethanol and the other methanol.
Do not use mixtures containing more than 10% ethanol, or fuel
containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol), which do not con-
tain cosolvents, or corrosion inhibitors for methanol.
In the case of a mixture containing methanol with addition of co-
solvents and corrosion inhibitors, limit the proportion to 5% of
methanol.
The guarantee does not cover damage caused to the fuel system
or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuel con-
taining alcohol. Honda does not give its approval to the use of fu-
els containing methyl alcohol since their suitability is not yet
proven.
TYRE PRESSURE
Having the correct tyre pressure is
essential for keeping the cutting
deck horizontal and thus achieving
uniform mowing.
Unscrew the valve protection cap
and connect the valves to a com-
pressed air line with a gauge.
Pressures are:
FRONT 1.5 bar
REAR 1.0 bar
FITTING THE PROTECTION AT THE EXIT
(GRASS-CATCHER OR STONE-GUARD)
WARNING!
Never use the ma-
chine without having fitted the exit
protection!
WARNING!
There is a micro-
switch which stops the engine or
prevents starting when the blade is
engaged if either the grass-catcher
or stone-guard is not in position. IT
IS VERY DANGEROUS TO TAM -
PER WITH OR LIMIT THE EF FEC -
TIVENESS OF THIS DE VICE!
Lift the removable cover (1) and hook on
the grass-catcher by inserting the two pi -
vots (2) into the slots on the two supports
(3).
If you want to work without using the grass-
catcher, a stone-guard kit (4) is available
on request which is fitted as shown in the
figure.
CHECKING THE SAFETY SYSTEMS
Every time before using, check that the safety systems are working
properly. To do so, simulate the various situations of usage shown
in the table on page 11, making sure that the correct result is a -
chieved for each situation.
CHECKING THE BRAKING SYSTEM
Make sure that the machineʼs braking capacity is adequate for the
conditions of usage. Avoid starting the machine if you have doubts
on the brake efficiency. If necessary, adjust the brake and if you still
have doubts on its efficiency, consult your dealer.
BLADE CHECK
Check that the blade is sharpened properly and firmly fixed to the
hub. A badly sharpened blade pulls at the grass and causes the lawn
to turn yellow.

5.2 STARTING AND MOVING

STARTING
DANGER!
All starting operations have to be effected in
an open or well ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT
EXHAUST GASES ARE TOXIC!
Before starting the engine:
– open the fuel stop-cock (1),
which is reached through the
around the right back wheel;
– put the gear lever ( for me-
chanical drive models) or the
speed change lever pedal
( for hydrostatic drive mod-
els) into neutral («N»);
– on slopes, engage the park-
ing brake;
– put the blade engagement
lever into the disengage posi-
tion («A»).
Afterwards:
– put the accelerator lever to «CHOKE», as shown on the label, if
the engine is cold. If the engine is already warm, put the lever be-
tween «SLOW» and «FAST»;
– put in the key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact, then
turn to «START» to start the engine. Release once the engine has
started.
When the engine is running, put the accelerator into the «SLOW»
position.
NOTE
Should you have difficulties in starting do not
continue to use the starter motor for a long time as this can run
down the battery or flood the engine. Turn the key to the «OFF»
position, wait for a few seconds and then repeat the operation. If
the malfunction continues, refer to chapter «8» of this manual.
IMPORTANT
Always bear in mind that the safety devices pre-
vent the engine from starting when:
– the blade is engaged;
– the transmission is not in neutral («N»).
– the operator is absent with the parking brake disengaged.
While trying to start the engine in one of the above situations, the
pilot lamp will start blinking.
MOVING WITHOUT MOWING
WARNING!
The machine has not been approved for use
on public roads. It has to be used (as indicated by the high-
way code) in private areas closed to traffic.
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