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- 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.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS POWER EQUIPMENT SAFETY ..........WARNING LABEL LOCATION ..........AND FUNCTION ....... COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ......ENGINE SWITCH AND AC STARTER BUTTON ....FUEL VALVE :............CHOKE LEVER ..............STARTER GRIP ..............THROTTLE LEVER (ENGINE SPEED) ......... SHIFT LEVER ............... AUGER CLUTCH LEVER AND DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER .... -
Page 4: Power Equipment Safety
WER EOUIPIVIENT SAFETY To ensure safe operation- Before operating the snowblower, inspect the area in which you are go- ing to clear snow. Remove debris and other obstacles the snowblower might strike or throw, as that may cause injury or damage to the snowblower.. - Page 5 Know how to stop the snowblower quickly, and understand the opera- tion of all controls. Never permit anyone to operate the snowblower without proper instruc- tion. If people or pets suddenly appear in front of the snowblower while it is in operation, immediately release the auger and drive clutch levers to stop...
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Page 6: Warning Label Location
I STAND CLEAR AUGER DISCHARGE CHUTE WHILE INE IS RUNNING. DIRECT DISCHARGE BYSTANDERS OR WINDDW. BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION 1. DISENGAGE THROWER CLUTCH. 2. STOP ENGINE. STOP ENGINE, WAIT FOR AU MOVEMENT TO STOP AND REMOVE SPARK PLUG IG- NITION WIRE BEFDRE SERVICING MACHINE. WCHECK SPILLED FUEL... -
Page 7: Component Identification And Function
3. COMPONENT PDENTBFBCATBON AND FUNCTION WHEEL TYPE DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER FUEL CAP LEVER AUGER CLUTCH LEVER THROTTLE LEVER AC STARTER BUTTON CHUTE CRANK SKID PLATE ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP... - Page 8 TRACK TYPE DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER LEVER AUGER CLUTCH LEVER HROTTLE LEVER AC STARTER BUTTON ENGIN FUEL SKID PLATE CHUTE CRANK NGINE OIL FILLER CAP HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PEDAL ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG (TA Type)
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Page 9: Engine Switch And Ac Starter Button
ENGINE SWITCH A.C. STARTER BUTTON Use the engine switch to turn the ignition system ON for starting, and to STOP the engine. ENGINE SWITCH Push the A.C. starter button to operate the electric starter. (TAS, WAS Type) STARTER BUTTON FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank to the carburetor. -
Page 10: Choke Lever
CHOKE LEVER Close the choke when the engine is cold or difficult to start. STARTER GRIP Pull this grip to start the engine. STARTER GRIP... -
Page 11: Throttle Lever (Engine Speed)
THROTTLE LEVER (ENGINE SPEED) Use the throttle lever to select engine speed. In normal operation, use the FAST position. THROlTLE LEVER SHIFT LEVER Use the shift lever to select drive speed or direction. 1: LOW SPEED 2: MEDIUM SPEED 3: HIGH SPEED N: NEUTRAL R: REVERSE... -
Page 12: Auger Clutch Lever And Drive Clutch Lever
AUGER CLUTCH LEVER AND DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER Use these controls to engage the snow blowing mechanism and/or the drive mechanism. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER Squeeze to engage drive mechanism. AUGER CLUTCH LE\I ‘ER Squeeze to engage the snow ,blowing mechanism. NOTE: When both levers are squeezed, the drive clutch lever locks the auger clutch lever down. -
Page 13: Chute Crank
CHUTE CRANK Use the chute crank to turn the snow discharge chute right or left. TO throw snow To throw snow to the left CHUTE GUIDE The chute gtiide, controls discharge angle. the snow High and far CHUTE GUIDE HANDLE Low and near,, CHUTE... -
Page 14: Skid Plate
SKID PLATE Adjust the skid plates for the auger housing ground clearance best suited to your snow removal conditions. AUGER HOUSING GUARD SKID. PLATE RECOMMENDED AUGER HOUSING SNOW REMOVAL CONDITIONS GROUND CLEARANCE For general use 8 mm (0.24-0.31 For use on uneven surfaces 1 O-30 mm (0.39- 1.18 in) -
Page 15: Height Adjustment Pedal (Track Model Only)
HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT PEDAL (Track model only) Use the pedal for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in relation to the tracks. 1. Hold the handles and step on the-pedal. 2. Raise or lower the machine to the desired position and release the pedal. : Hard snow or fine finish MIDDLE: Normal... -
Page 16: Pre-Operation Check
“pinging” occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load, change brands gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, consult your authorized Honda dealer. Failure do so considered misuse, and damage caused by misuse is not covered Honda’s Limited Warranty. - Page 17 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol (gasohol), be sure it’s oc- tane 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.
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Page 18: Engine Oil Level
ENGINE OIL LEVEL Inspection: With the snowblower 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 top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil. -
Page 19: Starting The Engine
5. STARTING THE ENGINE Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust carbon mDnDXide gas; exposure can cause loss of con- contains poisonous sciousness and may lead to death. 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGINE SWITCH Connect the female end of your power cord to the switch... - Page 20 2.Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. 3. In cold weather and when the engine is cold, move the choke to the CLOSE position.
- Page 21 4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly. CAUTION: Don’t allow the rope to snap back; return it gently by hand. Otherwise, the starting mechanism might be damaged. Damage result if the starter grip is pulled while the engine running.
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Page 22: Snowblower Operation
If you always operate the snowblower at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet above sea level, have your authorized Honda Snowblower dealer perform these carburetor modifications. Even with suitable carburetor jetting, engine horsepower will decrease ap- proximately 3.5% for each 1,000 foot increase in altitude. - Page 23 Adjust snow discharge chute avoid hitting operator, bystanders, windows, and other objects with thrown snow. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and use a wooden stick to unclog it.
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Page 24: Stopping The Engine
7. STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop engine in an emergency, turn engine switch immediately. 1. Turn the throttle lever to the SLOW position and turn the engine switch to the OFF position. ENGINE SWITCH --------a 2. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. -
Page 25: Maintenance
To avoid overturning, place the snowblower on a level surface before parforming inspection and maintenance. Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent. Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the snowblower. MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE NOTE: These parts... -
Page 26: Tool Kit
TOOL SPARK PLUG WRENCH WRENCH HANDLE 14 X 10 mm WRENCH 14 X 12 mm WRENCH TOOL... -
Page 27: Engine Oil Change
ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the drain plug and filler cap, and drain the oil. Retighten the plug securely. 2. Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil (see page 17) and check the level. -
Page 28: Spark Plug Service
SPARK PLUG SERVICE (NGK), Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES WlBEPB-U (ND) If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler. To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. -
Page 29: Track-Adjustment (Track Model Only)
TRACK-ADJUSTMENT (Track model only) Clean and thaw the tracks before ad- justment. The tracks cannot be cor- rectly adjusted if clogged with snow or debris, or coated with ice. Check track deflection midway bet- ween the wheels. When correctly justed, the track will deflect 19-25 1 in) when pressed with a rs/4-1inr... -
Page 30: Storage
Before storing the snowblower for an extended period: 1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust. 2. Drain the fuel- Gasoline is extremely flammable explosive under certain con- ditions. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area. 0 Do not drain the fuel tank when the exhaust system is hot. - Page 31 Remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoonsful of clean motor oil in- to the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly two or three times to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. This closes the valves and pro- tects engine from internal corrosion.
- Page 32 Apply oil to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention. CLUTCH CHUTE ADJUSTING LEVER PIVOT BOLT CHUTE AUGgR BLOWER...
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Page 33: Troubleshooting
If OK, try to start the engine according to the instructions. 6. If the engine still does not start, take the snowblower to an authorized Honda snowblower dealer. When the auger or blower will not operate: Check the shear bolts and replace if broken off. -
Page 34: Specifications
Engine HONDA GX240 Model: 8.0 HP/3600 r.p.m Maximum output: 242 cm3 (14.8 cu. in) Displacement: 73 x 58 mm (2.9 x 2.3 in) Bore x stroke: Starting method: Recoil starter Ignition system: Transistorized magneto Oil capacity: 1.1 e (1.16 US qt, 0.97 Imp qt) Fuel tank capacity: 6.0 &’... -
Page 35: Warranty Service
Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co., Inc. We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase. - Page 36 When you write or call, please provide the following information: • Model and serial numbers • Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you • Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment •...