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Air Filter..................................................
Blades ....................................................
Contact Honda .......................................
Cutting Height ..........................................
CONTENTS
FOR YOUR SAFETY ..............................
PARTS AND CONTROLS ......................
INITIAL MOWER SETUP........................
Adjust the Handlebar...........................
Assemble the Grass Bag.....................
Check Your Mower..............................
Check Your Mowing Area....................
Clip Director®......................................
Cutting Height Adjustment...................
Check the Oil Level .............................
Add Fuel ..............................................
Safe Mowing Practices........................
Operating the Controls ........................
Starting the Engine..............................
Stopping the Engine ............................
Maintenance Safety.............................
For more information about your
lawn mower, visit
www.powerequipment.honda.com
and click on FAQs or scan the QR
code shown here.
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All Rights Reserved
OWNER'S MANUAL
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Find a Dealer..........................................
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Fuel ..........................................................
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Fuel System Maintenance......................
6
Maintenance Schedule...........................
Maintenance Schedule......................
2
Blade Inspection................................
3
Blade Replacement ...........................
3
Oil Change ........................................
3
Air Filter .............................................
4
Spark Plug.........................................
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TRANSPORTING .................................
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Fuel ...................................................
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Oil ......................................................
Cleaning ............................................
Storage Location ...............................
7
Handlebar..........................................
8
Removing From Storage ...................
9
9
Engine Will Not Start .........................
9
QUESTIONS?
Contact your Honda dealer.
There is a dealer locator at
www.powerequipment.honda.com
HRR216VYA
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..............................................12
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Oil Level
Check.........................................6
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Spark Plug
..............................................13
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Coverage.................................21
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Loss of Power.......................................
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Vibration ...............................................
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Serial Number Locations ......................
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High Elevation Operation .....................
13
Emission Control System .....................
14
Air Index ...............................................
14
Specifications .......................................
FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.............
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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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PRODUCT REGISTRATION ...................
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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    OWNER’S MANUAL HRR216VYA 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. QUICK FIND Air Filter..........

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    WELCOME   WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn mower! We are cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm. certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest lawn mowers on the market.

  • Page 3: Parts And Controls

    PARTS AND CONTROLS INITIAL MOWER SETUP BLADE CONTROL List of Parts (P. 8) LEVER With help from an assistant, carefully remove the mower and loose (P. 8) THROTTLE LEVER parts from the carton and compare the loose parts against the following list.

  • Page 4: Assemble The Grass Bag

    Add Engine Oil BEFORE EACH OPERATION The mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine. Remove the oil filler cap/dipstick Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will and add the entire contents of significantly reduce your risk of injury. the included bottle of oil into the Read and understand this manual.

  • Page 5: Clip Director

    ® Bag or Rear Discharge Clip Director Set the clip director lever in the BAG position. The Clip Director can be adjusted to either the BAG or MULCH position to achieve the desired mowing results. Adjust the Clip Director lever to PUSH AND TWIST either the bag (shutter door fully open) or mulch (shutter door...

  • Page 6: Cutting Height

    Grass Bag Cutting Height Adjustment A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the Each wheel of the mower can be adjusted to one of six settings. The bag, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the grass bag actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions.

  • Page 7: Add Fuel

    Add Fuel OPERATION Use regular unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. The fuel can contain up to 10% ethanol by volume. For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area, such as a garage. Your mower’s exhaust contains poisonous ...

  • Page 8: Operating The Controls

    Operating the Controls Refuel With Care Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine OFF. Throttle Lever STOP FAST Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. ...

  • Page 9: Starting The Engine

    Adjusting the Smart Drive Control SERVICING YOUR MOWER The Smart Drive control can be adjusted up or down into any one of five positions for operator comfort. Proper maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and Do not attempt to adjust the position trouble-free operation.

  • Page 10: Maintenance Schedule

    Safety Precautions – Injury from moving parts. Do not run the engine unless instructed to do so. • Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or • Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have repairs.

  • Page 11: Blades

    Blade Inspection Blade Replacement 1. Turn the fuel valve OFF (page 1. Remove the two blade bolts with a 14 mm (6 point) socket wrench. Use a wooden block to prevent the blades from turning 2. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug (page 13).

  • Page 12: Air Filter

    Engine Oil Recommendations WOODEN BLOCK Oil is a major factor affecting performance and service life. Use 4-stroke automotive detergent oil. Always change the oil in accordance with the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE (page 10). Recommended oil for general use: SAE 10W-30 Other viscosities shown in the chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the TORQUE...

  • Page 13: Spark Plug

    Spark Plug Spark Arrester (optional part) Replace the spark plug every 2 years or after 150 hours of use. The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning as designed. Recommended Spark Plug: NGK - BPR5ES Your lawn mower engine is not factory-equipped with a spark arrester.

  • Page 14: Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment

    Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment TRANSPORTING Cable Check With the engine off, use the If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the multi-position adjuster to set the mower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and exhaust system can Smart Drive control in its lowest burn you and can ignite some materials.

  • Page 15: Cleaning

    Cleaning Handlebar Remove the grass bag if installed. You can place it on top of the Mower Deck engine with the bag opening to the front. Before washing the underside of the mower deck, stop the engine and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. Rest the mower on its right ...

  • Page 16: Loss Of Power

    Loss of Power TECHNICAL INFORMATION Possible Cause Correction Throttle not set to FAST Move the throttle lever to FAST Serial Number Locations (page Grass is too tall Raise the cutting height (page 6), cut MEETS CPSC BLADE SAFETY a narrower swath, use a slower REQUIREMENTS.

  • Page 17: Emission Control System

    Emission Control System Air Index An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified Source of Emissions to an emission durability time period in accordance with the The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of requirements of the California Air Resources Board. nitrogen, and hydrocarbons.

  • Page 18: Specifications

    Specifications Maintenance Fuel Unleaded gasoline with a pump page 7 Mower Features octane rating of 86 or higher containing no more than 10% ethanol by volume HRR216K9VYA Honda rotary mower, 21-inch mower deck, 3-in-1 Clip Director, Smart Drive variable Capacity: 0.25 US gal (0.93 L) speed transmission, Roto-Stop blade brake See “FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE”...

  • Page 19: Fuel System Maintenance

    FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE When maintained properly, your Honda lawn mower should provide years of trouble-free operation. This includes the fuel system. However, gasoline can quickly deteriorate, causing starting or running problems and, in some cases, damage to the fuel system. Most fuel-related problems can be avoided by following the precautions listed below.

  • Page 20: Contact Honda

    Parts Catalog This manual provides complete, illustrated parts lists, and is available through your Honda dealer. Frequently Asked Questions The Honda Power Equipment web site provides additional information for users of Honda power equipment. Visit www.powerequipment.honda.com and click on FAQs.

  • Page 21: Warranty Coverage

    You must, at your expense, take the Honda Power Equipment part, accessory, apparel or Equipment Customer Relations Dept. of American Honda Motor Co., Inc. See “How to the Honda Power Equipment on which the part or accessory is installed, and proof of page 20 Contact Honda”...

  • Page 22: Emission System Warranty

    Your new Honda Power Equipment engine complies with the U.S. EPA, Environment Canada, and State of California emission regulations (models certified for sale in You must, at your own expense, take your Honda Power Equipment engine or the product California only). American Honda Motor Co., Inc. provides the emission warranty on which it is installed, along with your sales registration card or other proof of original coverage for engines in the United States and its territories.

  • Page 23: Product Registration

    PRODUCT REGISTRATION Thank you for choosing Honda. To ensure you receive important service information in the event of a product update or recall, please register your lawn mower within 30 days of purchase. From time to time, American Honda conducts sales promotions that require you to register your lawn mower within 30 days of purchase.
  • Page 24 1. Go to www.PowerEquipment.Honda.com to register your unit. 2. Click on Product Registration. 3. Complete the required information and click Submit. It’s that simple! NO POSTAGE NECESSARY Product Registration IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO.

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