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Honda HSM1380i·HSM1390i
OWNER'S MANUAL
Original instructions
MANUEL DE L'UTILISATEUR
Notice originale
BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG
Originalbetriebsanleitung
MANUALE DELL'UTENTE
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  • Page 1 Honda HSM1380i·HSM1390i OWNER’S MANUAL Original instructions MANUEL DE L’UTILISATEUR Notice originale BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG Originalbetriebsanleitung MANUALE DELL’UTENTE Istruzioni originali...
  • Page 2 All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
  • Page 3 Disposal To protect the environment, do not dispose of this product, battery, engine oil, etc. carelessly by leaving them in the waste. Observe the local laws and regulations or consult your authorized Honda dealer for disposal.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation....49 7. SNOW THROWER OPERATION............50 8. STOPPING THE ENGINE ..............77 9. MAINTENANCE..................81 10.TRANSPORTING.................97 11.STORAGE..................100 12.TROUBLESHOOTING ...............105 13.SPECIFICATIONS................121 14.WIRING DIAGRAM ................125 MAJOR Honda DISTRIBUTOR ADDRESSES ....Inside back cover ‘‘EC Declaration of Conformity’’ CONTENT OUTLINE ..Inside back cover...

  • Page 5: Safety Instructions

    1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS To ensure safe operation – • Honda snow thrower is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating the snow thrower. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
  • Page 6 • Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas. Breathing carbon monoxide can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. • If you run the snow thrower in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed area, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas.
  • Page 7 • Keep flames and sparks away from the batteries. Batteries produce explosive gas that can cause explosion. • Handle the battery electrolyte with extreme care as it contains dilute sulfuric acid. Contact with your skin or eyes can burn you or cause loss of your eyesight.
  • Page 8 You may prevent an accident or equipment damage. • Honda snow throwers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before operating the snow thrower. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage.
  • Page 9 • Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanders, windows, and other objects with ejected snow. Stay clear of the snow chuter while the engine is running. • Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snow thrower.
  • Page 10 • Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. • The muffler and engine become very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the muffler and engine while they are hot.

  • Page 11: Safety Label Locations

    These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read the labels and safety notes and precautions described in this manual carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda dealer to purchase a replacement. BATTERY CAUTION...
  • Page 12 HOUSING DANGER FUEL CAUTION HOT CAUTION EXHAUST CAUTION HSM1380i READ OWNER’S MANUAL HSM1390i...

  • Page 13: Ce Mark And Noise Label Locations

    CE mark and noise label locations NOISE LABEL CE MARK Name and address of manufacturer Name and address of authorized representative and importer Description code Year of manufacture Frame serial number Engine net power Machine mass (standard specification) Name and address of manufacturer, authorized representative and importer are written in the “EC Declaration of Conformity”...

  • Page 14: Component Identification

    AUGER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP/DIPSTICK [Example: HSM1380i] Record the frame serial number and engine serial number in the space below. You will need these serial numbers when ordering parts. Frame serial number: Engine serial number: * The frame serial number is described on the CE mark label (see page 11).
  • Page 15 FUEL GAUGE FUEL FILLER CAP STEERING LEVER (right) SPARK PLUG CAP REAR COVER TOOL BOX STEERING LEVER (left) FUEL VALVE LEVER MANUAL START LEVER FUSE BOXES BATTERIES (12 V × 2)
  • Page 16 DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER CHUTER CONTROL SWITCH RESET SWITCH (ETDR type) ENGINE SWITCH AUGER CLUTCH ICS SWITCH SWITCH (Intelligence Control System) [HSM1380i, HSM1390i] DRIVE CONTROL WARNING BATTERY INDICATOR (orange) INDICATOR (red) DRIVE CONTROL WARNING OIL INDICATOR (red) INDICATOR (orange) CHARGING INDICATOR (red)
  • Page 17 [HSM1390i] MAIN SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER AUGER HOUSING CONTROL SWITCH CHUTER CONTROL SWITCH MODE SELECTOR SWITCH DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER RESET SWITCH ENGINE SWITCH AUGER CLUTCH SWITCH...

  • Page 18: Controls

    OFF to ON. The indicator goes off while the engine is running. If the indicator does not come on when starting and it comes on or blinks while the engine is running, contact your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer. DRIVE CONTROL WARNING INDICATOR (red)
  • Page 19 The indicator goes off while the engine is running. If the indicator does not come on when starting and it comes on or blinks while the engine is running, contact your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer.
  • Page 20 If the indicator does not come on when starting, or it comes on while the engine is running, contact your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer. Even if the engine is not running, the indicator will blink when the engine switch is in the ON position (The engine switch should be turned OFF immediately).
  • Page 21 Fuel valve lever The fuel valve lever opens and closes the fuel line from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Turn the fuel valve lever to the ON position to open the fuel line and turn it to the OFF position to close. Do not turn the fuel valve lever halfway;...
  • Page 22 Manual start lever This snow thrower is equipped with the auto choke system. Do not need to operate the manual start lever to start using the normal starting. However, it may not function properly when foreign material (ice, etc.) is stuck on the system. If the engine does not start after 5 attempts, push and release the manual start lever one time and try to start the engine (see page 47).
  • Page 23 ICS switch (Intelligence Control System) [HSM1380i] Use the ICS switch to change the work mode (automatic adjustment) of the snow thrower. The work mode can be selected from one of the two modes of ON and OFF . · · · ·...
  • Page 24 Mode selector switch [HSM1390i] Use the mode selector switch to change the work mode (automatic adjustment) of the snow thrower. The work mode can be selected from one of three modes: AUTO, POWER, or SELF . MODE SELECTOR SWITCH AUTO SELF POWER Characteristics of AUTO mode:...
  • Page 25 Characteristics of POWER mode: • Travel speed is automatically adjusted according to the workload so engine power can be maintained at or near the maximum level. • Engine speed is automatically adjusted according to operating conditions so the snow discharge distance remains constant that have been set with the throttle control lever.
  • Page 26 Throttle control lever Use the throttle control lever to adjust the engine speed and/or snow discharge distance (HSM1380i)./with the mode selector switch set at the POWER or SELF position (HSM1390i). Note that the engine speed and snow discharge distance cannot be adjusted by operating the lever when the AUTO mode (HSM1390i) is selected.
  • Page 27 ON (HSM1380i)/POWER (HSM1390i) mode: Travel speed is automatically reduced so that the engine speed and snow discharge distance are held at the given speed and distance that have been set with the throttle control lever. Setting the discharge distance control lever in the second range from the bottom clears snow the fastest (maximum snow-clearing efficiency), but the snow discharge distance is shorter.
  • Page 28 OFF (HSM1380i)/SELF (HSM1390i) mode: When the workload increases while clearing the snow, the engine speed and snow discharge distance drop below the given speed and distance that have been set with the throttle control lever. Reduce the workload applied to the snow clearing part of the snow thrower to hold the engine speed/snow discharge distance at the given speed/distance.
  • Page 29 N (neutral) SLOW SLOW RANGE FAST RANGE FAST REVERSE MAIN SHIF IFT LEVER MAIN SHIFT LEVER NOTE: This snow thrower has a function that limits the maximum speed in reverse. Consult to your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer for details.
  • Page 30 • If the indicator (green) does not come on and neither the auger nor blower turns by pressing the auger clutch switch, have your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer check the snow thrower. • When the auger clutch switch is pushed for three seconds or longer, the protection function gets armed.
  • Page 31 Steering lever Use the steering lever to turn the snow thrower. Squeeze the steering lever on the side to which you want to turn the snow thrower. Note that the radius of turn can be adjusted depending on a position of the main shift lever and the amount of squeeze of the steering lever.
  • Page 32 Chuter control switch The snow discharge direction and angle can be adjusted by operating the chuter control switch. Turn the engine switch to the ON position and operate the chuter control switch to adjust the snow discharge direction and angle up/ down or right/left (see pages 57, 60 and 65).
  • Page 33 Operate the auger housing control switch to adjust the auger housing height angle (see page 53 for adjustment). HSM1380i (ETDR type), HSM1390i: Operate the auger housing control switch to adjust the auger housing height and tilt angle (see pages 53 and 55 for adjustment).
  • Page 34 Reset switch [HSM1380i (ETDR type), HSM1390i] Use the reset switch to return the auger housing to the initial height and tilt position (current set position). This switch is convenient to move the auger housing by operating the auger housing control switch and to return the auger housing to the original position.
  • Page 35 Change the initial position (auger housing return position set at present) in case of the following. 1. When you do not want to lower the auger housing to be level to the ground, as the gravel can be caught in the auger during clearing on a graveled ground.
  • Page 36 If you cannot change the initial position properly or if you want to return the initial position to the factory set position, consult with your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer. Skid, Scraper Adjust the skid and the scraper according to the road surface condition where you are to clear the snow.
  • Page 37 Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuel in the tank. When the fuel gauge needle enters the EMPTY range, refill the tank as soon as possible. FUEL GAUGE ··· FULL ··· EMPTY Headlight The headlight turns on when the engine switch is in the ON position. The battery may become discharged when the light is ON while the engine is OFF .
  • Page 38 Wheel pin Do not remove the wheel pins with the snow thrower on a slope. The snow thrower might move unintentionally, causing serious injury. Before removing the wheel pins, place the snow thrower on a level surface. Stop the rotating parts, stop the engine, and remove the engine switch key.
  • Page 39 Before removing clogged snow, be sure to stop the engine, and make sure that all rotating parts have come to a complete stop. Remove the key from the engine switch. Failure to do so can cause serious injury or death. SNOW DROP BAR SNOW DROP BAR (HSM1380i) (HSM1390i)

  • Page 40: Pre-Operation Check

    5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK Check the snow thrower on level ground with the engine stopped. To prevent accidental start-up, remove the engine switch key before performing the pre-operation check. Before each use, look around and underneath the engine for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.
  • Page 41 Refill the fuel tank from the right side (fuel tank side) of the snow thrower. • Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. • Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored.
  • Page 42 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure its octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda. There are two types of ‘‘gasohol’’: one containing ethanol, and the other containing methanol.
  • Page 43 Engine oil Inspection: With the snow thrower on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, but do not screw it in. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level. If the level is low, fill to the upper limit mark on the dipstick with the recommended oil.
  • Page 44 Battery electrolyte level Remove the rear cover (see page 92) and check whether the battery electrolyte is between the upper and lower levels. If the battery electrolyte is near or below the lower level, fill the distilled water to the upper level. UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL BATTERIES...
  • Page 45 • The battery gives off explosive gases; keep sparks, flames and cigarettes away. Provide adequate ventilation when charging or using batteries in an enclosed space. • The battery contains sulfuric acid (electrolyte). Contact with skin or eyes may cause severe burns. Wear protective clothing and a face shield.
  • Page 46 Auger and blower bolts Check the auger and blower for loose or broken bolts. If broken, replace them with new ones (see page 88). BLOWER LOCK BOLT AUGER LOCK BOLTS Before checking the auger and blower, stop the engine and remove the engine switch key to prevent accidental start of the engine.

  • Page 47: Starting The Engine

    6. STARTING THE ENGINE • Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. • Start the engine by placing the snow thrower on a firm level ground.
  • Page 48 2. Set the main shift lever in the N (neutral) position. N (neutral) FORWARD MAIN SHIFT LEVER FAST SLOW N (neutral) SLOW FAST REVERSE...
  • Page 49 3. Turn the engine switch to the START position and release the switch after the engine is started. The switch automatically returns to the ON position. START START ENGINE SWITCH KEY ENGINE SWITCH CAUTION: • If the engine does not start within 5 seconds after cranking the starter, wait for about 10 seconds and restart the engine.
  • Page 50 4. After starting the engine, check that the engine speed is stabilizing. Move the throttle control lever to the SLOW position gradually and warm up the engine to the normal operating temperature. (HSM1380i) SLOW THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER (HSM1390i) SLOW THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER...

  • Page 51: Carburetor Modification For High Altitude Operation

    High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor. If you always operate your snow thrower at altitudes above 1,500 meters (5,000 feet), have your authorized Honda servicing dealer perform this carburetor modification. This engine, when operated at high altitude with the carburetor modifications for high altitude use, will meet each emission standard throughout its useful life.

  • Page 52: Snow Thrower Operation

    7. SNOW THROWER OPERATION Before operating this equipment you should read and understand the SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS on page 3 through 8. Efficiency of the snow removal work is significantly affected by the snow condition (e.g. dry, wet etc.). Adjust the skid position, the scraper position, and the auger housing height as needed for optimum snow removal.
  • Page 53 NOTE: • Adjust the skid equally on both sides. • Be sure to tighten the skid and scraper bolts securely after making adjustment. CAUTION: Do not use the snow thrower on rough or uneven surfaces with the auger ground clearance set for hard snow or surfaces. This may cause serious damage to the snow blowing mechanism.
  • Page 54 • To clear the snow more neatly: Bring the skid to be in contact with the ground with the auger raised approximately 10 mm from the ground. Secure the skid in this position. Secure the scraper by bringing it in contact with the ground. AUGER SKID Approx.
  • Page 55 Use this position when clearing the snow in steps and use it when reversing or driving the snow thrower. (When the ICS switch (HSM1380i) is ON/the mode selector switch (HSM1390i) is AUTO or POWER, use this position when reversing the snow thrower.) MIDDLE: Position for normal clearing.
  • Page 56 Also, it can cause excessive wear and damage to the snow clearing part of the snow thrower. NOTE: • When the ICS switch (HSM1380i) is in ON/the mode selector switch (HSM1390i) is in AUTO or POWER, the auger housing automatically rises while going in reverse.
  • Page 57 Auger housing angle [HSM1380i (ETDR type), HSM1390i] When the auger housing is tilted during snow removal, adjust the tilt angle by operating the auger housing control switch. When the auger is tilted toward the right: Move the switch toward the right.
  • Page 58 – 1. Check that the main shift lever is in the N (neutral) position. – 2. Select the appropriate work mode to clear the snow by pushing the ICS switch to either the ON or OFF position (HSM1380i)./ turning the mode selector switch to either the SELF , POWER, or AUTO position (HSM1390i).
  • Page 59 CAUTION: [HSM1390i] Do not turn the mode selector switch to another position while the snow thrower is moving. The electronic control unit will interpret this as a failure; the snow thrower will stop moving and the auger will stop turning. When the snow thrower and auger stop moving/turning, move the main shift lever to the N (neutral) position, release the drive clutch lever.
  • Page 60 3) Check that the main shift lever N (neutral) is in the N (neutral) position and squeeze the drive clutch lever. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 4) Push the auger clutch switch to MAIN SHIFT LEVER operate on the auger and blower. AUGER CLUTCH SWITCH •...
  • Page 61 5) Move the main shift lever fully MAIN SHIFT LEVER to the end of the forward low speed range slowly and clear FAST the snow. RANGE • When the auger hits against the road or inclines to a side, RANGE adjust the auger housing position by operating the auger housing control switch.
  • Page 62 3b. Clearing in ON (HSM1380i)/POWER (HSM1390i) mode With the ICS switch in the ON position (HSM1380i)/mode selector switch in the POWER position (HSM1390i) you can adjust the engine speed and snow discharge distance. Use the throttle control lever to adjust the engine speed, which determines how fast snow is picked up and how far it is thrown.
  • Page 63 3) Operate the auger housing RESET SWITCH (ETDR type) control switch to adjust the auger to be parallel to the road surface (see pages 53 through 55). [ETDR type] • You can return the auger to the initial position by pushing the reset switch.
  • Page 64 5) Push the auger clutch switch to AUGER CLUTCH SWITCH operate on the auger and blower. • The indicator (green) comes on when you push the auger clutch switch. • When the auger clutch switch is pushed for three seconds or longer, the protection function gets armed.
  • Page 65 6) Move the main shift lever fully MAIN SHIFT LEVER to the end of the forward low speed range slowly and clear FAST RANGE the snow. • When the auger hits against RANGE the road or inclines to a side, adjust the auger housing position by operating the auger housing control switch.
  • Page 66 8) When the drive clutch lever is released, the auger clutch switch indicator (green) goes off, both the auger and blower stop turning, and the snow thrower stops moving. To move from one place to another, or to change direction, use the drive clutch lever only.
  • Page 67 3c. Clearing in OFF (HSM1380i)/SELF (HSM1390i) mode Nothing is controlled automatically when the ICS switch is set at the OFF position (HSM1380i)./mode selector switch is set at the SELF position (HSM1390i). Engine speed and operating speed can be adjusted freely by selecting the OFF position (HSM1380i)/SELF mode (HSM1390i).
  • Page 68 3) Operate the auger housing RESET SWITCH (ETDR type) control switch to adjust the auger to be parallel to the road surface (see pages 53 through 55). [ETDR type] • You can return the auger to the initial position by pushing the reset switch.
  • Page 69 5) Push the auger clutch switch to operate on the auger and blower. • The indicator (green) comes AUGER CLUTCH SWITCH on when you push the auger clutch switch. • When the auger clutch switch is pushed for three seconds or longer, the protection function gets armed.
  • Page 70 7) When the drive clutch lever is released, the auger clutch switch indicator (green) goes off, both the auger and blower stop turning, and the snow thrower stops moving. To move from one place to another, or to change direction, use the drive clutch lever only.
  • Page 71 Turning the snow thrower You can change the direction of your snow thrower while moving by squeezing either the right or left steering lever. You can make two types of turns, normal turn and turn on the spot (to correct the driving direction on the spot), depending on the position of the main shift lever and the degree of squeezing pressure on the steering lever.
  • Page 72 Example: To turn to the left (To turn to the right is the mirror image of the illustrations.) Normal turn (Left steering lever squeezed halfway) SMALL (TURN RADIUS) STEERING LEVER LARGE CENTER OF SNOW THROWER OPERATOR SMALL LARGE WHEN DRIVING FORWARD RADIUS OF TURN RADIUS OF TURN WHEN REVERSING...
  • Page 73 (see pages 108 and 109). Have your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer check and repair your snow thrower if necessary. See page 120 for wheel pin removal.
  • Page 74 Battery run mode Use the battery run mode to drive the snow thrower in case the engine does not start. When the main shift lever is in the other position, excepting the N (neutral) position, the drive control warning indicator (orange) blinks and you can not start the battery run mode, even if the right and left steering levers are squeezed simultaneously for approximately 3 seconds.
  • Page 75 – 6. Run the snow thrower at an adequate speed by operating the main shift lever. – 7. After running, turn the engine switch to the OFF position. NOTE: • Use the battery run mode to drive the snow thrower in case the engine does not start.
  • Page 76 If the snow is so hard that the snow thrower tends to ride over the surface, push it back and forth to remove snow gradually. NOTE: When the ICS switch (HSM1380i) is in ON/the mode selector switch (HSM1390i) is in AUTO or POWER, the auger housing automatically rises while going in reverse.
  • Page 77 Intermittent clearing Follow the steps below when the engine lugs against deep or heavy snow. 1. Operate the main shift lever and move it to the N (neutral) position until the snow thrower recovers the engine speed. (Allow the auger clutch switch indicator (green) to come on and keep the auger turning this time.) 2.
  • Page 78 1. If the snow discharge chute is clogged with snow during operation, remove the snow from it using the snow drop bar. SNOW DROP BAR SNOW DROP BAR (HSM1390i) (HSM1380i) 2. After clearing the snow, clean and return the snow drop bar to its original position.

  • Page 79: Stopping The Engine

    8. STOPPING THE ENGINE Park the snow thrower on a firm, level ground. You could be hurt of killed if the snow thrower moves unexpectedly. Emergency engine stopping Turn the engine switch to the OFF position and remove the key. Be sure to release the drive clutch lever and the main shift lever to the N (neutral) positions before restarting the engine.
  • Page 80 2. Set the main shift lever in the N (neutral) position. N (neutral) FORWARD FAST MAIN SHIFT LEVER SLOW N (neutral) SLOW FAST REVERSE 3. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. (HSM1380i) SLOW THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER (HSM1390i) THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER SLOW...
  • Page 81 4. Operate the auger housing control switch until the snow blowing mechanism is resting on the ground firmly. (E type (ETD type) (ZE type (ETDR type) LEFT LEFT LEFT DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN DOWN RIGHT RIGHT RIGHT DOWN DOWN...
  • Page 82 6. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position. FUEL VALV FUEL VALVE LEVER VALVE LEVE LEVER NOTE: After operation, remove the snow from each part of the snow thrower and store the snow thrower. Snow left on the snow thrower may freeze, possibly damaging the snow thrower and hindering operation the next time.

  • Page 83: Maintenance

    CAUTION: • To avoid overturning, place the snow thrower on a level surface before performing inspection and maintenance. • Use only genuine Honda parts or their equivalent. Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the snow thrower.
  • Page 84 Maintenance schedule REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD (3) Each Every year First Every Every Every Perform at every indicated month 100 hrs. 300 hrs. 4 years Before Before month or operating hour operation storage interval, whichever comes 20 hrs. first. Item Engine oil Check level Change o (1)
  • Page 85 Tools PLIERS TOOL BAG BLOWER LOCK BOLT (5) 10 × 12 mm BOX-END WRENCH AUGER LOCK BOLT (10) 10 × 14 mm WRENCH 8 mm SELF LOCK NUT (15) 12 × 17 mm WRENCH (2) COTTER PIN (2) PLUG WRENCH HANDLE TUBE (2) SPARK PLUG WRENCH (for battery terminal covers)
  • Page 86 Engine oil change If the engine oil is dirty, engine wear will occur more rapidly. Change the oil at designated intervals. Maintain the oil at the proper level. OIL CAPACITY: 1.1 L (1.2 US qt, 1.0 lmp qt) How to change the oil: 1.
  • Page 87 If it is to be reused, clean the spark plug with plug cleaner. If the plug cleaner is not available at your authorized Honda dealer, clean the plug with a wire brush. SPARK PLUG WRENCH...
  • Page 88 4. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge. Correct as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode. The gap should be: 0.7—0.8 mm (0.028—0.031 in) Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES (NGK) W16EPR-U (DENSO) SIDE ELECTRODE 0.7 - 0.8 mm (0.028 - 0.031 in) SEALING WASHER 5.
  • Page 89 Track Make sure the tracks are clean and dry before adjustment. The tracks cannot be correctly adjusted if clogged with snow or debris, or coated with ice. Check the track deflection by pressing down midway between the wheels. When correctly adjusted, the track will deflect 16—20 mm (0.63—0.79 in) when pressed with a force of 10 kgf (22 lbf).
  • Page 90 If any of the lock bolts is broken, replace them with the one furnished with the snow thrower. Additional lock bolts and nuts are available from authorized Honda snow thrower dealers. CAUTION: Lock bolts are designed to break under force that would otherwise damage auger and blower parts.
  • Page 91 • Replace the auger and blower with new ones if they contact the housing while turning, when the snow clearing performance becomes poor, or when the snow is not thrown far enough. • Consult with your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer for auger and blower replacement.
  • Page 92 Battery Repairing battery terminals Loose or corroded battery terminals will cause blown bulb of the headlight and indicators as well as poor contact of the terminals. Check the battery terminals and retighten them if they are loose. If white powder is found on/around the battery terminals, remove the batteries and clean the terminals with lukewarm water.
  • Page 93 Battery distilled water fill Remove the rear cover (see page 92). Remove the batteries (see page 92). Remove the caps of the battery, and then fill the battery with distilled water to the upper level line. Never overfill the battery. Any corrosion around the positive and negative terminals should be washed off with a solution of baking soda and warm water.
  • Page 94 Battery removal/installation If the battery terminals are contaminated or corroded, remove the battery and clean the terminals. 1. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position and remove the key. 2. Pulling the rear cover back and up for remove, after loosen the 2 knobs.
  • Page 95 3. Disconnect the negative (–) cable at the battery A negative (–) terminal and put the tube on the terminal. 4. Disconnect the positive (+) cable at the battery B positive (+) terminal and put the tube on the terminal. 5.
  • Page 96 8. Reinstall the batteries in their original position. 9. Connect one battery joint cable terminal at the battery A positive (+) terminal, and connect the other cable terminal at the battery B negative (–) terminal. 10. Reinstall the battery set plate and tighten the nuts. 11.
  • Page 97 Using any other object such as wire or aluminum foil may cause fires in wiring or other parts. Block fuse replacement requires specific tools. Ask an authorized Honda snow thrower dealer for replacement. Fuse replacement (blade fuse only) 1. Remove the rear cover (see page 92).
  • Page 98 (Block fuses) Consult with your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer for replacement of the block fuse (charging and drive motors). 80 A (RIGH 80 A (RIGHT DRIVE MOTOR) RIGHT DRIV RIVE MO MOTOR) 70 A (CHA 70 A (CHARGING) HARGING...

  • Page 99: Transporting

    Weight of snow thrower: (Operating weight) • HSM1380i: 245 kg (540 lbs) (ETD type), 255 kg (562 lbs) (ETDR type) • HSM1390i: 265 kg (584 lbs) (ETDR type) 3. The loading ramp must be long enough so that its slope is 15° (26%) or less.
  • Page 100 Loading: 1. Start the engine and raise the auger fully by operating the auger housing control switch. And lower the chute guide fully by operating the chuter control switch. 2. Before backing up the loading ramp, adjust the position and angle of the travelling direction of the snow thrower so that the snow thrower is in direct alignment with the loading ramp.
  • Page 101 4. After the snow thrower is in the truck, stop the engine, and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. This will prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding and will reduce the possibility of fuel leakage. 5. Tie the snow thrower down with rope or straps, and block the treads.

  • Page 102: Storage

    11. STORAGE Remove the engine switch key and store the snow thrower in an area free of humidity, dust, and direct sunlight. Before storing the snow thrower for an extended period: 1. Drain the fuel tank and carburetor. • Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions.
  • Page 103 2. Clean the fuel sediment cup. a. Turn the fuel valve lever to the OFF position, remove the fuel sediment cup, O-ring and filter, and then clean the sediment cup and filter in clean solvent. b. Reinstall the filter, new O-ring, and sediment cup. •...
  • Page 104 3. Service the battery. If the snow thrower will be stored for an extended period, disconnect the negative terminal from battery A. Remove the batteries and recharge them every 6 months and every year before operation and storage. The snow thrower is equipped with two 12 V batteries connected in series (24 V total).
  • Page 105 4. Apply oil or grease to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention. : Anti-corrosion oil : GREASE AUGER HEIGHT CYLINDER PIVOT CHUTER GUIDE LINK SLIDING PART MAIN FRAME PIVOT...
  • Page 106 EACH LEVER LINK AUGER ROLLING BRACKET (ETDR type only) AUGER ROLLING CYLINDER PIVOT (ETDR type only) AUGER/BLOWER...

  • Page 107: Troubleshooting

    Wait for a while and restart the engine. The snow thrower is normal if the drive control indicator goes off after the engine starts. If it does not, have your snow thrower checked by your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer.
  • Page 108 Self-diagnosis function When a trouble occurs When a trouble occurs to the snow thrower during running, the drive control warning indicator (orange) repeatedly blinks a number that corresponds to the type of trouble. Turn the engine switch to the STOP position and turn it to the ON position again.
  • Page 109 The drive control warning indicator (orange) indicates the symptom by different blinking patterns. There are three blinking patterns as indicated below. [Warning indicator light blinks fast 1 to 9 times periodically] The blinking pattern is 0.3-second on then 0.3-second off. The indicator light blinks the number of times corresponding to the symptom, pauses for 2.1 seconds and repeats the cycle again.
  • Page 110 Fast blink Driver error-Right Disconnection or short Consult with your Light on 4 times circuit of right driver authorized Honda Continuously communication circuit. dealer. Right driver failure. Fast blink Motor error-Right Right motor mechanical 5 times failure.
  • Page 111 *1: The battery indicator blinks. *2: Consult with your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer if the drive control warning indicator (orange) keeps blinking after restarting the engine. *3: The drive control warning indicator (orange) will light after engine start.
  • Page 112 Blinking (green) of reset button indicator (ETDR type) Indicator SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY (green) Blink Reset operation Height sensor wire Consult with your failure of auger broken or short circuit. authorized Honda housing Roll sensor wire broken dealer. or short circuit.
  • Page 113 Fuel valve lever is not Turn the fuel valve lever to the opened. ‘‘ON’’ position (see page 45). Fuel filter is clogged. Consult an authorized Honda dealer. Fuel pipe arrangement is frozen. Fuel is reaching the Carburetor is flooded.
  • Page 114 SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Starter motor Fouled spark plug. Consult an authorized Honda operates. dealer. Loose spark plug cap. Install the spark plug cap securely (see page 86). Spark plug is damaged. Replace the spark plug (see page 85). Frozen auto choke system.
  • Page 115 HIGH (see page 53). reverse direction. position. Snow thrower does Wheel pin in the track has Consult an authorized Honda not move when worked off. dealer. squeezing the drive Warning indicator Check the drive control warning clutch lever.
  • Page 116 After operating the battery run mode, make sure you always turn the engine switch to the OFF position. • When consulting an authorized Honda dealer, make sure to inform him or her of the number of times warning indicator (orange) blinks.
  • Page 117 (orange) does not blink (see page 71). Auger clutch switch or Consult an authorized Honda electromagnetic clutch is dealer. faulty. Auger does not Auger lock bolt is broken.
  • Page 118 Skid and scraper height is Adjust the skid and scraper (see not adjusted properly. pages 50 through 52). Snowblowing The shape of the shaft and Consult an authorized Honda mechanism makes wing of the auger and/or dealer. an abnormal noise. blower is deformed.
  • Page 119 • If the snow depth is less than 5 cm (2 in) deep, shift to a faster speed for more efficient snow throwing. *1: Tell your authorized Honda snow thrower dealer about the number of blinks of the drive control warning indicator (orange).
  • Page 120 Jump starting Start the engine using the two 12V booster batteries, which are connected in series. 1. Connect jumper cable A to the positive (+) terminal (1) on booster battery A. Connect the other end to the negative (–) terminal (2) on booster battery B.
  • Page 121 CAUTION: When disconnecting the battery cable, be sure to disconnect at the battery negative (–) terminal first. To connect, connect at the positive (+) terminal first, then at the negative (–) terminal. Never disconnect the battery cable in the reverse order, or you may cause a short circuit if a tool contacts the positive terminal.
  • Page 122 Emergency transport You can move the snow thrower by pushing or pulling it without engine power. Place the snow thrower on the level ground after transportation and use a new cotter pin when replacing the wheel pin. 1. Remove the cotter pins from the rear right and left wheels. 2.

  • Page 123: Specifications

    13. SPECIFICATIONS Model HSM1380iK1 Type ETD type ETDR type Description code SAYJ Engine Model GX390T2 Engine net power 8.7 kW (11.8 PS)/3,600 rpm (in accordance with SAE J1349*) Displacement 389 cm (23.7 cu-in) Bore × stroke 88.0 × 64.0 mm (3.46 × 2.52 in) Starting method Electric starter Ignition system...
  • Page 124 Frame Model HSM1380iK1 Type ETD type ETDR type Overall length 1,760 mm (69.3 in) Overall width 800 mm (31.5 in) Overall height 1,340 mm (52.8 in) Dry mass [weight] 240 kg (529 lbs) 250 kg (551 lbs) Width of snow clearance 800 mm (31.5 in) Height of snow clearance 580 mm (22.8 in)
  • Page 125 Model HSM1390iK2 Type ETDR type Description code SBBJ Engine Model GX390T2 Engine net power 8.7 kW (11.8 PS)/3,600 rpm (in accordance with SAE J1349*) Displacement 389 cm (23.7 cu-in) Bore × stroke 88.0 × 64.0 mm (3.46 × 2.52 in) Starting method Electric starter Ignition system...
  • Page 126 104 dB (A) (2000/14/EC, 2005/88/EC) Vibration level at hand arm 3.1 m/s (EN1033: 1995) Uncertainty 1.6 m/s (EN12096: 1997 Annex D) Tune-Up [HSM1380i·HSM1390i] ITEM SPECIFICATION MAINTENANCE Spark plug gap 0.7—0.8 mm (0.028— Refer to page 86 0.031 in) Valve clearance IN: 0.15 ±...

  • Page 127: Wiring Diagram

    14. WIRING DIAGRAM CONTENTS HSM1380i (ETD type) ........W—1 (inside back cover) HSM1380i (ETDR type)........W—2 (inside back cover) HSM1390i (ETDR type)........W—3 (inside back cover) ABBREVIATIONS AC Generator ACG PL AC Generator Indicator (Red) ACSw Auger Clutch Switch AH/RoSw...
  • Page 128 MdSeSw Mode Selector Switch Main Fuse Motor Motor Fuse OLSw Oil Level Switch PC Connector Power Coil Right Control Unit RMoAss Right Motor Assembly RoMo Rolling Motor RoSe Rolling Sensor RTSe RH Steering Sensor RsSw Reset Switch (Auger) Signal Ground Spark Plug StMo Starter Motor...
  • Page 129 Wire color code BLACK BROWN YELLOW LIGHT GREEN BLUE GRAY GREEN LIGHT BLUE ORANGE WHITE PINK VIOLET BEIGE Engine Switch (–) Mode Selector Switch MODE 1 COM MODE 2 MANUAL POWER AUTO...
  • Page 130 MEMO...

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