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HRS216PKAA
SHRX217HYA
QUICK FIND
Air Filter.........................................
Add Fuel..........................................
Blade Inspection............................
Check the Oil Level .........................
CONTENTS
WELCOME......................................
FOR YOUR SAFETY ......................
PARTS AND CONTROLS ...............
INITIAL MOWER SETUP................
Adjust the Handlebar...................
Add Engine Oil ............................
Check Your Mower ......................
Rear Shield..................................
Side Discharge Chute .................
Add Fuel ......................................
Check the Oil Level .....................
OPERATION ...................................
Safe Mowing Practices................
Operating the Controls ................
Starting the Engine ......................
Stopping the Engine ....................
Mowing Tips ................................
00X31VG3 K093
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Cleaning .........................................
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How to Contact Honda ...................
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Maintenance Schedule .....................
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Maintenance Safety ......................
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Maintenance Schedule .................
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Blade Inspection .........................
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Blade Replacement ....................
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Oil Change..................................
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Air Filter ......................................
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Spark Plug ..................................
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Blade Control Check...................
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TRANSPORTING ...........................
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STORAGE ......................................
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Fuel.............................................
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Cleaning......................................
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Oil ...............................................
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Storage Location.........................
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Handlebar ...................................
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QUESTIONS?
Contact your Honda dealer.
There is a dealer locator at
powerequipment.honda.com
© 2018-2021 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.-All Rights Reserved
HRS216PKAA
LAWN MOWER
Before operating the mower for the first time, please read this
Owner's Manual. Even if you have operated other mowers,
take time to become familiar with how this mower works and
practice in a safe area until you build up your skills.
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Oil Change ................................................
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Operating the Controls ................................
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Serial Number Locations ...........................
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Spark Plug .................................................
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TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................
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Engine Will Not Start..............................
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Loss of Power ........................................
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Vibration.................................................
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Mowing Problems ..................................
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION ....................
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Serial Number Locations .......................
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High Altitude Operation..........................
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Emission Control System.......................
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Air Index.................................................
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Specifications.........................................
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION ....................
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Dealer Locator Information ....................
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How to Contact Honda...........................
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Honda Publications................................
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WARRANTY ..............................................
PRODUCT REGISTRATION .....................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Starting the Engine ...... WARRANTY ..........Stopping the Engine ....PRODUCT REGISTRATION ..... Mowing Tips ........ QUESTIONS? Contact your Honda dealer. There is a dealer locator at powerequipment.honda.com 00X31VG3 K093 © 2018-2021 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved...
  • Page 2: Welcome

    Important Message to Parents information on how to do that; please read it carefully. The safety of your children is very important to Honda. Lawn mowers When your mower needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that are tools, not toys. As with any equipment, bad judgments can result Honda Power Equipment servicing dealership personnel are specially in serious injuries.
  • Page 3: Parts And Controls

    “The engine CARBURETOR has no oil.” Please Register Your Mower Please take a few minutes and register your purchase with Honda. FUEL VALVE ON FUEL VALVE OFF You can register by completing and mailing the registration card on the back cover of this book or going on-line to powerequipment.honda.com...
  • Page 4: Before Each Operation

    During normal use the rear shield is subject to deterioration and wear. Check the rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn, have it replaced by your authorized Honda Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will servicing dealer.
  • Page 5: Add Fuel

    Add Fuel Check the Oil Level This engine is certified to operate on regular gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. 1. Unscrew and remove the filler cap/dipstick and wipe Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. it clean.
  • Page 6: Operation

    Refuel With Care OPERATION Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine OFF. Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed Always store gasoline in an approved container.
  • Page 7: Operating The Controls

    mulching results, you may need to mow the lawn twice a week during  WARNING the growing season. Cutting Height A worn, cracked, or damaged blade can break, and Consult a local nursery or lawn and garden center for cutting height pieces of the damaged blade can become dangerous recommendations and advice about specific types of grasses and projectiles.
  • Page 8: Servicing Your Mower

    Remember that an authorized Honda servicing dealer knows your mower best and is fully equipped to maintain and repair it. To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, Honda Genuine parts or their equivalents for repair and replacement.
  • Page 9: Maintenance Schedule

    (2) Change engine oil every 25 hours when used under heavy load or in high outside air temperatures. (3) These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda servicing dealer unless you have the proper tools and are mechanically proficient.
  • Page 10: Blade Inspection

    Blade bolt torque: 36 ~ 43 ft-lb (49 ~ 59 N·m) If a blade is bent, take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda If you do not have a torque wrench, have an authorized Honda servicing dealer for inspection.
  • Page 11: Air Filter

    19). fuel leakage We recommend the use of a Honda Genuine air filter to ensure it 2. Wipe the oil filler area clean, and then remove the oil filler seals and performs as designed. Using a non-Honda air filter can cap/dipstick.
  • Page 12: Spark Plug

    13/16 2. Release the blade control lever; the engine should stop quickly. (21 mm) spark plug wrench to If it does not, take your mower to an authorized Honda servicing compress the washer dealer for repair. If reinstalling the old spark plug, tighten 1/8 to 1/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
  • Page 13: Cleaning

    Drying TRANSPORTING After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Place the mower with its wheels on a level surface. Start the engine If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the outdoors and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature to mower on the transport vehicle.
  • Page 14: Handlebar

    BLADE CONTROL LEVER treating gasoline, or refueled with (page bad gasoline Fuel filter clogged, carburetor Take the mower to an HANDLEBAR malfunction, ignition malfunction, authorized Honda servicing ADJUST valves stuck, etc. dealer for repair. KNOB (2) Vibration Possible Cause Correction...
  • Page 15: Technical Information

    Honda High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications cannot deny coverage under the emission warranty solely for the use to the carburetor.
  • Page 16: Air Index

    (page HRS216K7PKAA Honda rotary push mower, 21-inch mower ** Do not try to increase the engine speed above the maximum deck, flywheel brake, side discharge, governed speed; the blade could fracture and come apart.
  • Page 17: Avoiding Fuel-Related Problems

    AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS When properly maintained, your Honda lawn mower should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system. However, gasoline can quickly deteriorate (in as little as 30 days) causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel system.
  • Page 18: Dealer Locator Information

    The information and specifications included in this publication were in Item Part Number Notes effect at the time of approval for printing. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change SAE 10W-30 08207-10W30 1 quart...
  • Page 19: Distributor's Limited Warranty

    Honda equipment or engines to be eligible for warranty American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be coverage. Installing parts and accessories on non-Honda products or engines voids defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable this warranty.
  • Page 20: Emission Control System Warranty

    (including durability) could exhaust and evaporative emissions (“emissions”) control system warranty on result in denial of coverage. If such a non-Honda replacement part is used in your 2021 and later Honda Power Equipment engine. In California, new...
  • Page 21 NOTES...
  • Page 22 NOTES...
  • Page 23: Product Registration

    From time to time, American Honda conducts sales promotions that require you to register your lawn mower within 30 days of purchase. If you purchased your Honda lawn mower during one of these promotions, you must register your mower within 30 days.
  • Page 24 1. Go to powerequipment.honda.com to register your unit. 2. Click the SUPPORT link on the homepage. 3. Click on Product Registration. Enter your serial number, and then click S Complete the required information and click . It’s that simple! NO POSTAGE...

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