Honda HF2315 Operator's Manual

INTRODUCTION
Dear Customer,
Thank you for having chosen one of our products. We hope that you will get
complete satisfaction from using your new lawn-tractor and that it will fully meet
all your expectations.
This manual has been compiled in order that you may get to know your ma-
chine and to be able to use it safely and efficiently. Don't forget that it forms
an integral part of the machine, so keep it handy so that it can be consulted
at any time, and pass it on to the purchaser if you resell the machine.
This new machine of yours has been designed and made in line with current
regulations, and is safe and reliable if used for cutting and collecting grass ex-
actly following the instructions given in this manual (proper usage). Using the
machine in any other way or ignoring the instructions for safe usage, mainte-
nance and repair is considered "incorrect usage" (
idate the guarantee, and the manufacturer will decline all responsibility, plac-
ing the blame with the user for damage or injury to himself or others in such
cases.
Since the product is continually being improved, you may find slight differences
between your machine and the descriptions contained in this manual. Certain
modifications can be made to the machine without prior warning and without
the obligation to update the manual, although the essential safety and func-
tion characteristics will remain unaltered. In case of any doubts, do not hesi-
tate to contact your Dealer. And now enjoy your work!
After-sales Service
This manual gives all the necessary instructions for using the machine and the
basic maintenance that may be carried out by the user.
Contact your Dealer for operations not described in this manual.
H F 2 _ _ _ _ _ _
machine's model here
M A _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
machine serial number here
HOW TO READ THE MANUAL
Some paragraphs in the manual containing information of particular impor-
tance for safety and operation are highlighted at various levels of emphasis,
and signify the following:
NOTE IMPORTANT
or
information on what has already been said, and aim to prevent damage to
the machine.
WARNING!
Non-observance will result in the risk of injury to
oneself or others.
DANGER!
Non-observance will result in the risk of serious in-
jury or death to oneself or others.
This manual describes various versions of the machine, which mainly differ
in:
- type of transmission: with mechanical gear-change or with hydrostatic con-
tinuous speed adjustment;
- blade engagement system, manual, pneumatic or electromagnetic clutch;
- special equipment and/or accessories.
The symbol highlights all differences in usage and is followed by the in-
dication of the version to which it refers.
The symbol " " makes a reference to another part of the manual where fur-
ther information or clarification can be found.
NOTE
Whenever a reference is made to a po-
sition on the machine "front", "back", "left" or "right" hand
side, this is determined by facing the direction of forward
travel.
IMPORTANT
For all usage and maintenance opera-
tions on the battery which are not described in this manual,
consult the relevant manual which form an integral part of
all the documentation supplied with the machine.
Honda France Manufacturing S.A.S.
Pôle 45 - Rue des Châtaigniers - 45140 ORMES - FRANCE
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ORIGINAL INSTRUCTION
OPERATOR'S MANUAL
Lawn mower
HF2315 • HF2417 • HF2622

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. SAFETY REGULATIONS ................................................ 2
Regulations for using the machine safely
2. IDENTIFICATION OF THE MACHINE
AND COMPONENTS ...................................................... 3
Explanations on how to identify the machine
and its main components
UNPACKING AND ASSEMBLY ...................................... 4
3.
Explanations on how to remove the packing
and on how to assemble separated parts
4. CONTROLS AND INSTRUMENTS ................................ 5
Position and functions of all the controls
5. HOW TO USE THE MACHINE ........................................ 7
Provides indications for working efficiently and safely
5.1 Safety recommendations .......................................... 7
5.2 Why the safety devices cut in .................................... 8
5.3 Preliminary operations before starting work .............. 8
5.4 Using the machine .................................................... 9
5.5 Using on slopes ...................................................... 12
5.6 Transporting ............................................................ 13
5.7 Advice on how to obtain a good cut ........................ 13
5.8 Summary of the main operations to be carried out
in various condition ................................................... 13
6. MAINTENANCE ............................................................ 14
All the information for maintaining the machine
in peak efficiency
6.1 Safety recommendations ........................................ 14
6.2 Routine maintenance .............................................. 14
6.3 Checks and adjustments ........................................ 15
6.4 Dismantling and renewing parts .............................. 18
7. ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION ............................... 20
It gives advice on machine use and respecting
the environment
8. TROUBLESHOOTING .................................................. 21
A help in quickly resolving any problems
9. ACCESSORIES ON REQUEST .................................... 22
A description of the accessories available
for particular types of work
10. SPECIFICATIONS ........................................................ 23
A summary of the main specifications of your machine
11. ALPHABETICAL INDEX ............................................... 24
Where information can be found
MAJORS HONDA DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES ............ i
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................ ii
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