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  • Page 1 Model HM16H-4 ___________________________________ Operator’s Manual...
  • Page 2 Introduction Read this Manual carefully to learn how to operate and maintain your product properly. The information in this Manual can help you and others avoid injury and product damage. Although Eastern Industries, Inc. designs and produces safe products, you are responsible for operating the product properly and safely.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Pages Warning Safety Instructions General Operations Slope Operations Children Service Model & Serial Number Assembly Installing the Handle Preparing the Engine Filling the Crankcase with Oil 11-12 Filling the Fuel Tank with Gasoline Operation Starting the Engine 13-13 Stopping the Engine Adjusting the Cutting Height 16-17 Operating Tips...

  • Page 4: General Operations

    This lawn mower is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. General Operations 1. Read, understand and follow all instructions on the machine and in the Manual. Be thoroughly familiar with the controls and the proper use of the mower before starting.

  • Page 5: Slope Operations

    Slope Operations Slopes are a major factor related to slip and fall accidents, which can result in severe injury. All slopes require extra caution. If you feel uneasy on a slope, do not mow it. Mow across the face of slopes; not up and down. Exercise extreme caution when changing directions on slopes.

  • Page 6: Children

    Children Tragic accidents can occur if the operator is not alert to the presence of children. Children are often attracted to the mower. Never assume that children will remain where you last saw them. 1. Keep children out of the mowing area and under the watchful care of a responsible adult.
  • Page 7 2. Never run an engine inside a closed area. 3. Never make adjustments or repairs with the engine running. Disconnect the spark plug wire, and keep the wire away from the plug to prevent accidental starting. 4. Keep all nuts and bolts, especially blade attachment bolts, tight and keep equipment in good condition.

  • Page 8: Assembly

    Assembly Installing the Handle 1. Mount the lower handle on the handle brackets with two (2) clevis and cotter pins. (Fig 3). Figure 3 1. Handle Bracket 2. Lower Handle 3. Clevis Pin 4. Cotter Pin 2. Attach the upper handle to the lower handle, with four (4) 5/16”-18 x 1 ½” shoulder bolts and wing nuts (Fig 4) Figure 4 3.

  • Page 9: Preparing The Engine

    Preparing the Engine IMPORTANT: The Engine is shipped without oil. Fill the engine with oil prior to startup in order to avoid serious damage to the engine. Consult the engine manual for more complete instructions regarding engine maintenance and operation. Filling the Crankcase with Oil The crankcase holds 0.26 U.S.

  • Page 10: Filling The Fuel Tank With Gasoline

    7. If the oil level reading is below the Lower Limit mark on the dipstick, slowly pour only enough oil into the f i l ler hole to raise the oil level to the Upper Limit mark on the dipstick. Do not overf i l l the crankcase with oil and run the engine;...

  • Page 11: Operation

    Operation Before you start, make sure the mower is placed on grass devoid of rocks and loose branches: Never carry or tilt the mower with the carburetor leaning WARNING: toward the ground. This will cause gasoline and engine oil to f l o w through the carburetor and soak the air f i l ter.
  • Page 12 To start a cold engine, move the choke lever to the CLOSED position. To restart a warm engine, leave the choke lever in the OPEN position. (Fig. 9) Figure 9 Pull the bail arm in toward the handle . (Fig 10) Figure 10...
  • Page 13 6. Press in the red starter button on the handle. (Fig. 11) Figure 11 7. Pull the starter handle lightly until you feel resistance, then pull it sharply. (Fig. 12) Figure 12...

  • Page 14: Stopping The Engine

    Move the choke lever to OPEN position gradually as the engine warms up. (Fig. 13) Figure 13 The engine operates at a FIXED THROTTLE SPEED for optimum performance. Stopping the Engine 1. Release the bail arm to stop the engine. (Fig 14) Figure 14...

  • Page 15: Adjusting The Cutting Height

    2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug if you do not use the lawn mower or if you leave it unattended. 3. Shut the fuel valve. Adjusting the Cutting Height The cutting height can be adjusted from 1/2” – 3”. The height is preset at approximately 2”. The height can be raised or lowered in ¼”...
  • Page 16 4. To obtain a higher cut remove the height adjustment spacer (s) from the impeller hub. Remount the cutter disc to obtain the highest cut - do not use any spacers. Install the f l a t washer and the Impeller retaining bolt.
  • Page 17 5. To obtain a lower cut add height adjustment spacer (s) between the impeller hub and the cutter disc. Remount the cutter disc. Install the f l a t washer and the impeller retaining bolt. Tighten the bolt securely. (Fig. 17) a.

  • Page 18: Operating Tips

    Operating Tips • Review the safety instructions and read this Manual carefully before operating the lawn mower. • Never mow on slopes with inclines exceeding 45 ° . • Never attempt to mow by pushing the lawn mower up the slope. •...

  • Page 19: Recommended Maintenance Schedule

    Recommended Maintenance Schedule Note: Determine the left and right sides of the machine from the normal operating position. Service Interval Maintenance Procedure Check the engine oil level. Check the blades and blade attachment bolts. Tighten if they are loose. Check the air cleaner. Each Use Remove grass clippings from the impeller f i n s.

  • Page 20: Checking The Engine Oil Level

    Checking the Engine Oil Level Before you use the lawn mower, make sure that the oil level is between the Upper and the Lower Limit marks as shown on the dipstick. If the oil level is below the Lower Limit mark, add oil. Cleaning the Underside of the Lawn Mower Housing To ensure the best performance, keep the underside of the lawn mower housing clean.

  • Page 21: Changing The Engine Oil

    Figure 18 4. Clean the f i l ter element in warm, soapy water. Rinse and allow to dry thoroughly. Or clean in nonf l a mmable solvent and allow to dry. 5. Dip the f i l ter element in clean engine oil, then squeeze out all excess oil. The engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in the f i l ter element.

  • Page 22: Maintaining The Cutter Disc

    Figure 19 6. Recycle the used oil according to local codes. 7. Reinstall the oil drain plug and new washer, and tighten the oil drain plug securely. Fill the crankcase to the Upper Limit line on the dipstick with fresh oil. Do not screw in the dipstick to check the oil.

  • Page 23: Draining The Fuel Tank And Carburetor

    Removing the Blade Grasp the cutter disc f i r mly using a rag or a glove. Remove the blade mounting bolts using a ¼” Allen wrench. Installing the Blade Make certain the blades are mated to the correct blade attachment bolts. 1.

  • Page 24: Servicing The Spark Plug

    Figure 20 6. Install the drain bolt and tighten securely. Servicing the Spark Plug Check the spark plug after every 150 operating hours. 1. Stop the engine and wait for all moving parts to stop. 2. Disconnect the wire from the spark plug. 3.
  • Page 25 Removing the Lawn Mower from Storage 1. Check and tighten all fasteners. 2. Remove the spark plug and spin the engine rapidly using the starter to blow excess oil from the cylinder. 3. Clean the spark plug or replace it if it is cracked, broken or if the electrodes are worn. 4.

  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action Engine does not start 1. The fuel tank is empty or 1. Drain and/or f i l l the fuel tank with fresh the fuel system contains gasoline. If the problem persists, contact stale fuel. an Authorized Service Dealer.

  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause Corrective Action The mower does not 1. The engine does not run at 1. Correct the engine speed. hover the correct speed. 2. Air vents are clogged with 2. Clean and unclog. grass clippings and debris. 3.
  • Page 28 MOWER PARTS HM16H4...
  • Page 29 PARTS LIST FOR MOWER # HM16H4 SCM# PART # DESCRIPTION HM16GXV57 Honda 2 HP, 4 Cycle Engine--U.S & Euro Certif i e d HM 1550 Handle Bracket HM16R-1556A Height Adjustment Spacer 1/2" HM16R-1556B Height Adjustment Spacer 1/4" HM16R-21557 Impeller Flat Washer HM16R-225581 Impeller Retaining Bolt 2 1/4"...

  • Page 30: Warranty

    EASTERN INDUSTRIES LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT EFFECTIVE MARCH 1, 2017 Eastern Industries, Inc. warrants to the original retail purchaser that this Eastern Industries, Inc. product is free from defects in material and workmanship. Under normal use and maintenance from the date of retail purchase, Eastern Industries, Inc.

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