Honda HR215SXA Owner's Manual page 30

6. OPERATION
NOTE (HR215SMA): The engine switch
must be in the ON oosition to use the
recoil starter. The engine cannot be started
with the engine switch OFF.
ELECTRIC STARTING (HR215SMA)
Turn the engine switch key to the START
position, and hold it there until the engine
starts.
When the engine starts, release the key,
allowing it to return to the ON position.
If the engine fails to start within 5
seconds, release the key, and wait at least
10 seconds before operating the starter
again.
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Using the electric starter
for more than 5 seconds at a time can
damage the starter motor.
3. Operate the starter.
NOTE:
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Always release the ROTO-STOP lever before starting the engine. If the blade drive
is engaged, extra effort will be required to operate the starter.
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Self-propelled models: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the
engine. If the drive clutch lever is held forward while starting, the mower will move
forward before you are ready to guide it.
MANUAL STARTING (all models):
Place your foot on the step of the cutter
deck. Pull the starter grip lightly until you
feel resistance, then pull briskly.
When the engine starts, return the starter
rope gently.
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If you let the starter grip
snap
back against the engine, it may
damage the starter.
- STEP
ON
I-T-
ENGINE SWITCH
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