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QUICK FIND
Air Filter..................................................
Battery ...................................................
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...........................
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OWNER'S MANUAL
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Find a Dealer..........................................
14
Fuel ..........................................................
11
Fuel System Maintenance......................
20
Maintenance Schedule...........................
6
Maintenance Schedule......................
2
Blade Inspection................................
3
Blade Replacement ...........................
3
Oil Change ........................................
3
Air Filter .............................................
4
Spark Plug.........................................
Spark Arrester (optional part) ............
4
Charging the Battery .........................
4
Replacing a Fuse ..............................
5
TRANSPORTING .................................
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Fuel ...................................................
Oil ......................................................
Cleaning ............................................
7
Storage Location ...............................
8
Handlebar..........................................
9
Removing From Storage ...................
9
Engine Will Not Start .........................
10
QUESTIONS?
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HRX217HZA
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
7
Oil Level
Check.........................................6
19
Spark Plug
..............................................13
10
Coverage.................................21
10
Loss of Power.......................................
11
Vibration ...............................................
11
Mowing and Bagging Problems............
12
12
Serial Number Locations ......................
13
High Elevation Operation .....................
13
Emission Control System .....................
14
Air Index ...............................................
14
Specifications .......................................
14
FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE.............
14
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Dealer Locator Information...................
15
How to Contact Honda .........................
15
Honda Publications ..............................
15
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EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY ..........
PRODUCT REGISTRATION ...................
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Page 1: Table Of Contents
OWNER’S MANUAL HRX217HZA 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 (P. 9) SHIFT LEVER List of Parts 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. Contact the authorized Honda dealer from whom you (P. -
Page 4: Assemble The Grass Bag
Add Engine Oil Before Using Your Lawn Mower The mower is shipped WITHOUT All mower operators must read the following sections: OIL in the engine. Remove the oil • FOR YOUR SAFETY (page filler cap/dipstick and add the • BEFORE EACH OPERATION (page entire contents of the included •... -
Page 5: Clip Director
® Rear Discharge Clip Director FULL BAGGING OR FULL MULCHING The Clip Director can be adjusted to any one of the ten positions to REAR DISCHARGE achieve the desired mowing results (bag, bag and mulch, or mulch). KNOB (BAG POSITION) KNOB (MULCH POSITION) To adjust the Clip Director knob, pull the knob downward and towards the rear of the mower. -
Page 6: Cutting Height
Grass Bag THE CUTTING HEIGHT FIGURES ARE APPROXIMATE A lawn mower works like a vacuum cleaner; it blows air through the bag, which traps the grass clippings. Always empty the grass bag 3/4 in (20 mm) before it becomes filled to the limit of its capacity. Bagging 1-1/4 in (32 mm) 2 in (46 mm) performance will diminish after the bag becomes about 90% filled. -
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. Throttle Lever Refuel only outdoors, in a well-ventilated area, with the engine OFF. THROTTLE Never smoke near gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. LEVER STOP For best cut quality, always... -
Page 9: Starting The Engine
Shift Lever To ensure easy restarting and maximum performance from the Auto SHIFT Choke System™, allow the engine to run for at least three minutes Use the shift lever to select the LEVER after starting a cold engine before shutting down. This minimum run forward speed at which you wish time will be longer if the temperature is below 70°F (21°C). -
Page 10: Maintenance Safety
Maintenance Safety • Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will eliminate several potential hazards: Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we – Carbon monoxide poisoning from engine exhaust. cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in Be sure there is adequate ventilation whenever you operate performing maintenance. -
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 BLADES 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 10W-30... -
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: Battery
Charging the Battery TRANSPORTING The lawn mower engine has an internal charging system. Under normal mowing usage it is not necessary to charge or maintain the battery. If the engine has been running, allow it to cool before loading the mower on the transport vehicle. -
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 side so that the fuel cap side is up. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
Vibration TROUBLESHOOTING Possible Cause Correction Grass and debris lodged Clean out the mower deck (page 15). Engine Will Not Start under the mower deck Possible Cause Correction Blades loose Tighten loose blade bolts (page 11). Throttle lever in wrong Move the throttle lever to the FAST position position (page... -
Page 17: Technical Information
Emission Control System TECHNICAL INFORMATION Source of Emissions The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of Serial Number Locations nitrogen, and hydrocarbons. Control of hydrocarbons and oxides of nitrogen is very important because, under certain conditions, they react to form photochemical smog when subjected to sunlight. Carbon monoxide does not react in the same way, but it is toxic. -
Page 18: Air Index
Air Index Maintenance Fuel Unleaded gasoline with a pump page 7 An Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified octane rating of 86 or higher containing to an emission durability time period in accordance with the no more than 10% ethanol by volume requirements of the California Air Resources Board. -
Page 19: Fuel System Maintenance
FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE When properly maintained, 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
Honda dealer. touch-up paint (aerosol can) Frequently Asked Questions ® NO-SPILL is a registered trademark of NoSpill LLC. 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.