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HRX217VYAA
HRX217HYA
QUICK FIND
Air Filter...........................................
Add Fuel............................................
Blade Control System .......................
Blade Inspection..............................
CONTENTS
FOR YOUR SAFETY ........................
PARTS AND CONTROLS .................
INITIAL MOWER SETUP ..................
List of Parts .................................
Adjust the Handlebar ..................
Add Engine Oil ............................
Check Your Mower......................
Clip Director® .............................
Rear Shield .................................
Grass Bag ...................................
Check the Oil Level.....................
Add Fuel......................................
OPERATION .....................................
Safe Mowing Practices ...............
Operating the Controls................
Starting the Engine .....................
Stopping the Engine....................
Mowing Tips ................................
To register your mower, scan
the QR code or see
for additional ways to register.
00X31VH7 W502
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Check the Oil Level .............................
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Cleaning ............................................
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How to Contact Honda ......................
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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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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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Removing From Storage .............
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REGISTER YOUR PRODUCT
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© 2020-2022 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.-All Rights Reserved
OWNER'S MANUAL
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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Maintenance Schedule ..............................
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Oil Change.................................................
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Serial Number Locations ...........................
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Spark Plug .................................................
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TROUBLESHOOTING ..............................
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TECHNICAL INFORMATION ....................
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CUSTOMER INFORMATION ....................
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WARRANTY ..............................................
PRODUCT REGISTRATION .....................
QUESTIONS?
Contact your Honda dealer.
There is a dealer locator at
powerequipment.honda.com
HRX217VYAA
HRX217VYPA
LAWN MOWER
PP1 DRAFT
Do Not Distribute
Engine Will Not Start ...........................
Loss of Power .....................................
Vibration ..............................................
Serial Number Locations.....................
High Altitude Operation .......................
Emission Control System ....................
Air Index ..............................................
Specifications ......................................
Dealer Locator Information..................
How to Contact Honda ........................
Honda Publications .............................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    QUESTIONS? To register your mower, scan Contact your Honda dealer. the QR code or see page 23 There is a dealer locator at for additional ways to register. powerequipment.honda.com 00X31VH7 W502 © 2020-2022 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved...

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    Important Message to Parents contains 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

    With help from an assistant, carefully remove the mower and loose parts from the carton and compare the loose parts against the following list. Contact the authorized Honda dealer from whom you REAR purchased the mower if any of the loose parts shown are not included DISCHARGE with your mower.

  • Page 4: Add Engine Oil

    Look for things like stones, sticks, nails, and wire, and remove them from the lawn area. Please take a few minutes and register your purchase with Honda. You can register: People and animals near the lawn area can move into your lawn mower’s path or into a position where they could be struck by thrown...

  • Page 5: Clip Director

    KNOB Remove the grass bag and raise the discharge guard to check the rear shield for cracks or tears. If the rear shield is excessively worn, have it replaced by your authorized Honda servicing dealer. DISCHARGE GUARD SLIDING DOOR (50% open)

  • Page 6: Grass Bag

    Grass Bag To adjust cutting height, pull ADJUSTMENT LEVERS each adjustment lever toward A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the the wheel, and move it into bag fabric, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the grass another notch.

  • Page 7: Add Fuel

    Add Fuel OPERATION This engine is certified to operate on regular gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. area, such as a garage.

  • Page 8: Blade Control System

    Operating the Controls Refuel With Care Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Throttle Lever STOP Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine OFF.  For best cut quality, always mow Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. with the throttle lever in the FAST Always store gasoline in an approved container.

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Adjusting the Select Drive Control Mowing Tips The Select Drive control When to Mow SELECT DRIVE KNOB knob allows you to adjust the maximum ground speed Most grasses should be mowed when they have grown ½ to 1 in when the Select Drive lever (12 ~ 25 mm) above their recommended height.

  • Page 10: Servicing Your Mower

     Mowing Patterns WARNING Your Honda mower will work most efficiently if you use the following mowing patterns as much as possible. Mower deck and equipment Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a serious malfunction.

  • Page 11: 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 12: Blade Inspection

    EDGE NORMAL WORN BENT CRACKED If a blade is bent, take the lawn mower to an authorized Honda servicing dealer for inspection. Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection LOWER BLADE Inspect the blade bolts for any signs of damage Inspect washers and BLADE BOLT [2] or looseness.

  • Page 13: Air Filter

    DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY ( page 21 mower on its right side. We recommend the use of a Honda Genuine air filter to ensure it The used oil will drain seals and performs as designed. Using a non-Honda air filter can through the filler neck.

  • Page 14: Spark Plug

    (not exceeding 30 psi [207 kPa]) through the air filter from the inside. Never try to brush approved spark arrester is available from an authorized Honda off dirt; brushing will force dirt into the fibers.

  • Page 15: Cleaning

    Select Drive Cable Adjustment Cleaning Mower Deck With the engine off, loosen the jam nut one revolution. JAM NUT Allow the engine to cool before washing. With the Select Drive control released, TIGHTEN Before washing the underside of the mower deck, stop the engine and TIGHTEN the adjuster by turning turn the fuel valve to the OFF position.

  • Page 16: Handlebar

    7 with bad gasoline Fuel filter clogged, carburetor Take the mower to an malfunction, ignition authorized Honda servicing  malfunction, valves stuck, etc. dealer for repair. Vibration 1. Turn the handlebar adjust knobs 90 degrees to unlock the locating ...

  • Page 17: Technical Information

    Honda cannot deny coverage under the emission warranty solely for the use...

  • Page 18: Air Index

    11. Remember that this Bore and stroke 2.60 x 2.32 in (66.0 x 59.0 mm) schedule is based on the assumption that your Honda engine product Compression ratio 8.0:1 will be used for its designed purpose. Sustained high-load or...

  • Page 19: 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 20: Dealer Locator Information

    The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. American Honda Motor Co., Service Items Inc. reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change...

  • Page 21: Distributor's Limited Warranty

    What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under Warranty: What American Honda Will Repair or Replace Under Warranty: American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use during the applicable American Honda will repair or replace, at its option, any Honda Power Equipment warranty time period.

  • Page 22: Emission Control System Warranty

    Emission Control System Warranty, American Honda Motor Co., Inc. and Honda Canada Inc. will be referred to as Honda. Honda will also replace other engine components damaged by a failure of any warranted part during the warranty period. Honda cannot deny coverage...

  • 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 Register Your Product Online 1. Go to powerequipment.honda.com/reg to register your unit. Enter your serial number, and then click Submit. Complete the required information and click Submit. It’s that simple! NO POSTAGE NECESSARY Product Registration IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES...

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