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Honda HR194 Owner's Manual

Honda HR194 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 The HR194 meets CPSC blade safety requirement This manual covers operation and maintenance All information in this publication for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation.
  • Page 4 Thank you for purchasing a Honda Lawn Mower. If any problems occur, or if there are any questions concerning the mower, consult an authorized dealer. No part of this publication may be reproduced Honda rotary mower is designed instructions and ittrended use: tnowing bag.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS.. GENERAL SAFETY ... COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION CONTROLS.. OPERATION Highaltitudeoperation TRANSPORTING/STORAGE MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS WARRANTY SERVICE ... ::..

  • Page 6: General Safety

    GENERAL SAFETY * Kmw Itow lo stop rite ettgitte qrtick1.v attd rtttder- sratrd operatiott rite cortrrols. atij’otie 10 operate rite ttiower witiiorct s~txctioti. * The reur slticgld is your protecriott; pkuce ut all rittles. * Tire bludc is sharp attd dattgerous. feel irutrds irtidcr...

  • Page 7: Component Identification

    COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION DTIVE CLUTCH LEVER SHIFT LfVER THROTTLE LEVER SXA Type RECOIL STARTER ROTO-STOP LEVER THROTTLE LEVER MUFFLER GRASS BAG HANDLE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER GRASS BAG AIR CLEANER PXA Type...
  • Page 8 DISCHARGE GUARD HANDLE FUEL TANK CAP OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG HANDLE JOINTS...

  • Page 9: Controls

    CONTROLS Throttle positions “CHOKE” “HI” “LO” “STOP” ROTO-STOP Lever To put the cutting blade into operation, button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever and push the lever forward, holding it against the handlebar. The blade will stop when the ROTO-STOP lever is released.
  • Page 10 Drive Clutch Lever (SXA Type only) The mower moves forward when only the drive clutch lever is squeezed and stops when the lever is released. 1 CA UTIOA’ When cutting grass; + First, grip the ROTO-STOP lever only. At this time, the cutting blade should be free...

  • Page 11: Operation

    This MOWER should be always used with the grass bag in place. The following suggestions and rules are intended to help you operate your Honda HR194 under the safest conditions possible. Be alert and exercise the same care using the mower as you would when using any other power tool.

  • Page 12: Before You Start

    BEFORE YOU START THE MOWER 1. Check the engine oil level. * Engine is a major factor affecting formance and service life. Non-detergent able oils are not recommended. * Running the engine with insufficient serious engine damage. Use Honda-4-stroke, or an equivalent gent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U.S.
  • Page 13 2. Check the fuel level. Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a ( w) pump octane number or that has a research octane number of 91 or higher. Gasoline pumps at service station normally the pump octane number. We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and ex- tends the life of exhaust system components.
  • Page 14 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing (gasohol), be sure it’s octane 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.
  • Page 15 3. Handle height adjustment Adjust handle height for comvenient mowing. - Loosen both side of handle hook bolts. Swing the handle up or down as required. * After adjusting, make sure the handle hook bolts are tightened securely. 4.Check the grass bag for fraying, mesh.
  • Page 16 STARTING THE ENGINE * Exhaust gas contains poisonous Never run the mower in an enclosed to provide adequate ventilation. 1. Move the throttle lever to “CHOKE”. NOTE: Do not use “CHOKE" when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high.
  • Page 17 3. Place your foot on the “STEP” housing. 4. Pull the starter rope lightly sistance, then pull briskly. NOTE: Do not allow the rope to snap back; return it by hand. 5. After the engine warms up, move the throttle lever to “HI”.
  • Page 18 Flooded Engine If the engine won’t start after several pulls on the starter rope the engine is probably flooded. To clear a flooded engine: 1. Move the throttle lever to “STOP” and turn off the fuel valve. 2. Remove and dry the spark plug. When re-installing plug, thread it in by hand until it seats.
  • Page 19 Cutting Height Adjustment Six settings are available: 3/4”, l”, l-1/2”, 2”, 2-l/2”, 1. Stop the engine. 2. Push the front and rear adjusting levers toward the wheels and move them up or down to raise or lower cutting height. Adjust all four wheels to the same height.
  • Page 20 Grass Bag bag is subject to wear under normal check frequently fraying and tears. deteriorated bags only with Honda replacement or their equivalent. When the bag needs cleaning, wash it with water and make sure it is dry before using it. Clogged mesh will result in poor grass chuting and a wet bag will clog quickly.

  • Page 21: Transporting/Storage

    TRANSPORTING/STORAGE Transporting Turn the fuel valve OFF when transporting mower. fuel * To avoid and oil spillage to tlot fbel spilled may ignite. The handle may be folded for convenience: 1. Remove the grass bag (p. 18). Loosen the upper and lower handle joints and collapse the handle as shown.
  • Page 22 Preparation for Storage The following steps should be taken to protect mower whenever it will be stored for longer than 30 days. 1. Drain the fuel tank and carburetor gasoline container: A. Disconnect the fuel tube from the carburetor and drain the fuel tank. B.
  • Page 23 3. Pull the starter rope until resistance is felt. This closes the valves and helps to protect bustion chamber from corrosion. 4. Remove dirt and debris from the underside of the mower housing. Clean the mower Paint areas that may rust with a rust-resistant paint, or coat with a light film of oil.

  • Page 24: Maintenance

    Periodic inspection and adjustment HR194 are essential if high level performance be maintained. Regular maintenance extend service life. The required service intervals and the kind of maintenance to be performed cribed in the chart on the following page.
  • Page 25 (2) These items should be serviced by an authorized proficient. See the Honda Shop Manual. (3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation Every 3 years (2) lawn mower, unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically to determine proper maintenance intervals.
  • Page 26 ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the filler cap. 2. Remove the drain bolt, drain the oil, and retighten the bolt securely. level mark with the recom- 3.
  • Page 27 AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air cleaner will restrict carburetor. To prevent carburetor ice the air cleaner frequently. 1. Remove the wing bolts and the air cleaner cover. Remove the elements and separate them. Carefully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged.
  • Page 28 SPARK PLUG Standard Plug: BPSES, BPRSES (NGK) W 16EP-U, W 16EPR-U (ND) 1. Disconnect the cap and remove the spark plug. Visually inspect the plug. Discard the plug if its tip is heavily deposited or if the insulator cracked or chipped. 3.
  • Page 29 BLADEREMOVALANDSHARPENING * Wear heavy gloves to protect your * Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent ral start-up. 1. Turn the fuel valve to “OFF,” carburetor (see p. 20). 2. Tilt the mower so the carburetor side is up. Remove the blade bolts to remove the blade. NOTE: Never tilt the mower so the carburetor It will result in hard starting.
  • Page 30 THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1. With the throttle lever in the “CHOKE” position, the carburetor choke arm should move all the way to the right, as far as it will go. Push the choke arm with your finger to check whether it is all the way to the right.
  • Page 31 ROTO-STOP LEVER FREE PLAY 1. Measure free play at the tip of the lever with the button pushed down, it should be between 5-10 mm (3/ 16-3/8 in). 2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster required.
  • Page 32 SHIFT LEVER FREE PLAY (SXA Type) 1. Measure free play at the tip of the lever, it should be 1-3 mm (3/64-l/8 in). 2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required. Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play.
  • Page 33 DRIVE CLUTCH FREE PLAY (SXA Type) 1. Measure free play at the top of the lever as shown; it should be between 5-10 mm (3/16-3/8 2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the clutch cable lock nuts and turn the adjusting bolt to increase or decrease free play.
  • Page 34 SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE (Optional part) If the mower has been runtzing, very hot. A/low ir (0 cool before proceeding. 1. Loosen two 6 mm nuts and remove the muffler protector, identification plate, muffler camp and gasket. 2. Remove spark arrester from the muffler. (Taking care not to damage the wire mesh.) NOTE: Check for carbon deposits around the exhaust port...
  • Page 35 IDLE ADJUSTMENT NOTE: The following adjustment should be performed an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient. 1. Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature. 2. Place the throttle lever in the “LO” position. 3.
  • Page 36 CRASS BAG ASSEMBLY 1. lnsert the bag frame into the grass bag as shown. 2. Hook the plastic edges of the grass bag onto the frame. GRASS BAG FRAME...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING Engine will not start Hard starting or loss of power Erratic operation Engine overheats Excessive vibration 1. No fuel. 2. Throttle lever in “STOP” position. 3. Spark plug wire loose or disconnected. 4. Spark plug faulty or improperly gapped (p. 26). 5, Engine flooded (p.

  • Page 38: Specifications

    (Length X Width X Height) Dry weight Grass bag capacity Cutting width NOTE: Specifications are subject to change without notice. HR194 GXVl20 Overhead valve, single-cylinder, engine. 118 cm3 (7.2 cu in)/60 x 42 mm (2.4 x 1.7 in) 25” - 27” BTDC Transistorized magneto ignition 0.6 II (0.63 US (It)

  • Page 39: Warranty Service

    WARRANTY WARRANTY SERVICE SERVICE Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor’s Limited Warranty.
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