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Honda HR215 Owner's Manual

Honda HR215 Owner's Manual

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  • Page 3 No part of this publication This manual is a permanent if resold. Honda HR215 mowers rotary mowers. Honda HR215 mowers areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without Check local laws and regulations is available from authorized READ THIS OWNER’S...
  • Page 4 l.SAFETY Safety Label Locations Safety Information Important Message 2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION 3. CONTROLS Fuel Valve. Throttle Lever Engine Switch (HR215SMA) ROTO-STOPLever...13 Drive Clutch Lever (HR215HXA, Shift Lever (HR215HXA, Handlebar Locking Cutting Height Adjustment 4.ATTACHMENTS...18 Grass Bag (standard) Hard-Shell Grass Catcher Side-Discharge 5.

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS. TRANSPORTING MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Engine Oil Change Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Service Spark Arrester ROTO-STOP Cable Adjustment Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment Throttle Cable Adjustment Shift Cable Adjustment Carburetor Adjustment Grass Bag Cleaning Blade Removal and Installation Battery Charging STORAGE...
  • Page 6 1. SAFETY Read all safety instructions UNDER NORMAL USAGE, THIS BAG MATERIAL ISSUBJECT TO DETERlORATlON AND WEAR AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREGUENTLV FOR BAG REPLACEMENT. THIS BAG CONFORMS TO ANY REPLACEMENT MUST STANDARD. GASOLINE IS FLAMMABLE. STOP ENGINE, AVOID HEAT, SPARKS, AND OPEN FLAME 11 KEEP HANDS and FEETAWAY 11 /...
  • Page 7 SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety precautions: Operator Responsibility Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. use of all controls. Be sure that anyone instruction. Allowing without proper instruction Wear long pants and protective footwear. Operating the mower while barefoot or wearing sandals Keep all persons and pets away from the mowing...
  • Page 8 Dry grass and leaves are flammable Always empty the grass bag when you’ve full. Stored lawn clippings Honda HR215 mowers illegal in some areas to operate an engine without arrester. Check local laws and regulations. available...
  • Page 9 MATURITY AND RESPONSIBILITY person think through problems and come to logical solutions? who takes unnecessary lawn mower. If you decide that your son or daughter can handle the mower safely, CAREFULLY READ THE OWNER’S understand all instructions sturdy shoes and other protective mower.

  • Page 10: Cutting Height Adjustment Lever

    2. COMPONENT ROTO-STOP LOCKING KNOBS CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER (on back of engine) Record the frame and engine serial numbers serial numbers when ordering inquiries (see page 67). Frame serial number: Engine serial number: IDENTIFICATOON ROTO-STOP BUTTON ENGINE SWITCH &...

  • Page 11: Roto-Stop Lever

    CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER SPARK PLUG HR215PXA: Manual HR215HXA: Manual HR215SXA: Manual Manual & electric starting, self-propelled; HR215SMA: 2. COMPONENT (HR215HXA, HR215SXA. HR215SMAI F)jGy FUEL VALVE CARBURETOR starting, manually propelled; starting, self-propelled; starting, self-propelled; IDENTIFICATION ROTO-STOP ROTO-STOP LEVER \ BUTTON TJ&? THROTTLE CUTTING HEIGHT...

  • Page 12: Fuel Valve

    3. CONTROLS FUEL VALVE The fuel valve opens and closes the connection carburetor. The fuel valve must be in the ON position When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding, Gasoline explode,...

  • Page 13: Throttle Lever

    THRUITLE LEVER CHOKE position: For starting FAST position 1: For mowing SLOW position STOP position: Stops the engine NOTE: HR215SMA only - turning the engine switch to the stops the engine (see page 12). THROTTLE LEVER (HR215HXA) 1: For idling OFF position THROTTLE LEVER (HR215SXA)

  • Page 14: Engine Switch

    3. CONTROLS ENGINE SWITCH (HR215SMAI START position: Operates ON position: Running NOTE: The engine switch OFF Position: Stops the engine the electric starter position must be in the ON position to use the recoil starter. ENGINE SWITCH...
  • Page 15 ROTO-STOP LEVER The ROTO-STOP lever operates the blade brake/clutch to start and stop the blade To put the blade into operation, then push the lever forward Releasing the ROTO-STOP lever will stop the blade Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete drive is always either fully engaged or stopped.
  • Page 16 HR215HXA: You can move the drive clutch lever to control mower speed, but keep the ROTO-STOP lever all the way forward while before you mowing. RDTD-STDP LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (HR215 lSXA & HR215SMAI & HR215SMA: RUID-STDP LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (HR215HXA)
  • Page 17 SHIFT LEVER (HR215SXA The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. Move the shift lever to select the pace at which mow. NOTE: The mower will lurch if you shift gears while drive engaged. Release the drive clutch lever before moving To avoid incomplete ment,...

  • Page 18: Handlebar Locking Knobs

    3. CONTROLS HANDLEBAR LOCKING The handlebar locking knobs must be tightened to secure the handlebar the mowing position. These knobs can be loosened the handlebar for storage or transport convenience Remove the grass bag, and place it on top of the engine, with the bag opening at the front of the mower.

  • Page 19: Cutting Height Adjustment Levers

    CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT serious injury. Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height. There are six cutting 3/4 in (2.0 cm), l-1/4 l-3/4 in (4.5 cm), 2-l/4 2-5/8 in (6.7 cm), and 3 in (7.7 cm). These are approximate actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions.

  • Page 20: Grass Bag

    4. ATTACHMENTS Honda HR215 mowers You can operate the mower catcher) installed to collect the grass clippings, (or optional side-discharge on the lawn. When attachments closes to protect the operator NOTE: When mowing without more grass under the cutter mowing grass that is thick or tall.

  • Page 21: Grass Catcher

    A hard-shell grass catcher, authorized Honda lawn mower dealers. They attach to the cutter deck in place of the standard grass bag. HARD-SHELL GRASS CATCHER (optional) GRASS CATCHER SIDE-DISCHARGE CHUTE (optional) SIDE DISCHARGE CHUTE 4. ATTACHMENTS and a side-discharge chute,...

  • Page 22: Pre-Operation

    A worn or damaged inspect the blade before using the mower. When the blade needs sharpening authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, remove and install the blade yourself Blade sharpening: poor cutting, the blade should be sharpened mower dealer.
  • Page 23 GRASS BAG Check that the grass bag is in good condition and not clogged. A clogged grass bag will not collect grass efficiently. When the bag needs cleaning, wash it with a garden hose, and allow it to dry thoroughly use;...

  • Page 24: Engine Oil Check

    5. PRE-OPERATION ENGINE OIL Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped surface 1. Remove the oil filler cap, and wipe the dipstick 2. Insert the dipstick 3. Check the oil level shown upper level with the recommended r-ii%q Running damage.

  • Page 25: Fuel Tank Cap

    FUEL Fuel tank capacity: 0.26 US gal (1.0 PI Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Refuel carefully fuel in the filler neck. Gasoline explode, causing serious gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Refuel in a well-ventilated flames or sparks in the area where the engine is stored.
  • Page 26 Occasionally you may hear light “spark noise) while operating If spark knock or pinging change brands of gasoline Honda lawn mower dealer. f--xEq Running can cause engine damage. NOTE: Running the engine with persistent misuse, and the Distributor’s...

  • Page 27: Air Filter Paper Element

    Check that the air filter is clean and in good condition. air flow to the carburetor, will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing 1. Remove the cover screws, 2. Inspect the paper and foam elements either of the filter elements filter elements are dirty.

  • Page 28: Pre-Operation Check

    5. PRE-OPERATION HANDLEBAR HEIGHT Check that handlebar comfortable operating necessary, readjust handlebar Loosen both left and right height adjuster locking bolts with a 12 mm wrench. Slightly loosen the lower handlebar locking knobs. This will allow the height adjusters easily. Adjust the handlebar table height.

  • Page 29: Operation

    BTAIVING THE ENGINE If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially the air can become contaminated a dangerous amount poisonous carbon colorless and odorless exhaust can cause loss of conscious- ness and may lead to death. To keep exhaust gas from building adequate...
  • Page 30 6. OPERATION 3. Operate the starter. NOTE: 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. Self-propelled models: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the engine.

  • Page 31: A Flooded Engine

    When the engine warms up, move the throttle position. Set the lever in FAST ( * 1 position for idling. THROTTLE LEVER (HR215PXAI NOTE: If restarting a warm engine in the CHOKE position, lever away from CHOKE as soon as the engine starts. CLEARING A FLOODED ENGINE If the engine won’t start, after you have operated the starter several times, the...
  • Page 32 6. OPERATION MOWER OPERAUION To mow, set the throttle FAST ( 61) position, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, then move the ROTO-STOP and hold it against the handlebar. blade will turn while the ROTO-STOP lever is held forward. NOTE: For best grass...

  • Page 33: Mower Operation

    MOWER OPERATION To propel the mower (self-propelled (see page 14). Release the drive clutch To select a different drive speed, move the shift lever (see page 15). Hold the ROTO-STOP lever forward mowing in open areas. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER (HR215SXA 81 HR215SMAI HR215SXA &...
  • Page 34 6. OPERATION If the mower that will increase the risk of injury from blade contact and debris. For your safety, keep all four wheels on the ground, not to lose your footing Keep a firm grip on the handlebar, very careful when mowing up and down.

  • Page 35: Stopping The Engine

    STOPPING THE ENGINE 1. Release the drive clutch lever (self- propelled models) and ROTO-STOP lever (all models). 2. Move the throttle lever to the STOP position. 3. HR215SMA: Turn switch to the OFF position. When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the...

  • Page 36: High Altitude

    High altitude performance fuel jet in the carburetor the mower at altitudes higher than 6,006 feet above sea level, have an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer perform Even with carburetor modification,...
  • Page 37 A cutting height of l-l /4 in (3.3 cm) to 2-l /4 in (5.6 cm) is appropriate most lawns during cool weather. lawn during hot summer months. Consult a local nursery or lawn & garden center for advice about specific types of grasses and growing Most grasses should be mowed when they have grown half an inch to an inch above the recommended to the stems, the grass may not recover well, and the lawn will have brown...
  • Page 38 For best results, start at the outer edges of the lawn, and work center in a clockwise If you use the standard the optional hard-shell a clockwise mowing pattern, at the outer edges of the lawn, will give the best bagging performance, the least amount of clippings lawn.

  • Page 39: Mowing Recommendations

    If the grass is not very thick or tall, you can mow a wide swath, can move the shift lever (self-propelled Keep the wheels close to the swath If the grass is very thick or tall, cutting a wide swath may slow or stall the engine clog the cutter deck, and cause poor bagging performance cut a narrower swath, and/or push the mower more slowly...

  • Page 40: Transporting

    8. TRANSPORTING The engine and exhaust and remain hot for a while after stopping. can cause bums and can ignite some materials. Avoid touching the engine or exhaust engine has stopped. Allow the engine to cool before transporting Before Loading Turn the fuel valve...

  • Page 41: Maintenance

    Refer to the Honda use, log hours of operation 9. MAINTENANCE according to the MAINTENANCE for maintenance and repair. Parts Honda lawn mower dealer, unless you have the shop manual. to determine proper maintenance before intervals.

  • Page 42: Engine Oil Change

    ENGINE OIL CHANGE Engine oil capacity: 0.63 US qt (0.6 PI Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete 1. Place a suitable container NOTE: Check to be sure the drain hole in the cutter deck is not clogged. If necessary, remove grass and debris from the cutter deck.
  • Page 43 Install the oil drain bolt and tighten it securely. Fill with the recommended page 22) to the upper level on the dipstick. Do not overfill. Install the filler cap/dipstick. Wipe the cutter deck drain channel clean to reduce dirt build-up the mower is used.

  • Page 44: Air Cleaner Service

    9. MAINTENANCE AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air filter will performance If you operate the mower in very dusty areas, clean the air filter more often than specified r7iEEq Operating will cause rapid engine wear. 1. Remove the two cover screws, then remove the air cleaner cover. Remove the air filter, and separate the filter elements.
  • Page 45 scmvs~~ COVER AIR CLEANER COVER 9. MAINTENANCE AIR FILTER PAPER ELEMENT AIR FILTER FOAM ELEMENT AIR CLEANER SING // ‘\...

  • Page 46: Spark Plug Service

    9. MAINTENANCE SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plugs: NGK BPR5ES r--ziEg Spark plugs of the wrong heat range can cause engine damage. For good performance, deposits. 1. Disconnect the spark plug cap, and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area.

  • Page 47: Spark Arrester Maintenance (Optional Equipment)

    SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to keep it functioning designed. Touching bums. Let the engine cool before servicing. 1. Remove the two nuts from the muffler 2. Remove the muffler 3. Remove the spark arrester from the muffler. 4.

  • Page 48: Roto-Stop Cable Adjustment

    HR215PXA in (20-25 mm). check that the ROTO-STOP lever operates Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. HR215SXA 81 HRilBSMA the button properly. and lever free play is correctly HR215HX.A...

  • Page 49: Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment (Hr215Sxa & Hr215Sma)

    3. Start the engine and operate the drive clutch drive clutch engages and releases properly. If the drive clutch does not operate properly, and lever free play is correctly authorized Honda lawn mower dealer for repair. DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT mm). 3116-318 in (5-10 mm1 DRIVE CLUTCH 9.

  • Page 50: Shift Lever

    9. MAINTENANCE HR215HXA DRIVE CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT Remove bolt transmission cover, using an 8 mm socket wrench. transmission cover. Move the gear shift lever all the way back to the slowest Push the diive clutch way forward, and hold it against the handlebar.
  • Page 51 While holding the drive clutch lever all the forward, position of the transmission The notch on the transmission should align with the index mark on the transmission case. If adjustment is necessary, the drive clutch cable lock nuts with a 10 mm wrench, adjuster up or down Tighten...

  • Page 52: Throttle Cable Adjustment

    9. MAINTENANCE THROrrLE CABLE ADJUSTMENT When the throttle lever is moved to the CHOKE position, the carburetor choke arm should move all the way counterclockwise, go. Push the choke arm with your finger to check that it has moved as far as it will go. If adjustment is necessary, the throttle...

  • Page 53: Shift Cable Adjustment (Hr215Sxa & Hr215Sma)

    19 mm wrench, does not shift properly, take the mower to an authorized lever before moving 9. MAINTENANCE its free play, and the lever is Honda lawn mower the shift lever. ‘ER...

  • Page 54: Carburetor Adjustment

    9. MAINTENANCE CARBUREl0R ADJUSTMENT Start the engine temperature Exhaust and odorless gas. Breathing may lead to death. To keep exhaust ventilation. Set the throttle lever in the SLOW ( -1 Turn the pilot screw in or out to the setting rpm.

  • Page 55: Grass Bag Cleaning And Replacement

    GRASS BAG CLEANING When the bag needs cleaning, with a garden hose, and allow it to dry completely before use; a wet grass bag will clog quickly. Replace a frayed, torn, or deteriorated bag with a Honda replacement its equivalent. SAG REMOVAL 1.

  • Page 56: Blade Removal And Installation

    BLADE REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION When the blade needs sharpening authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, remove and install the blade yourself. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. Blade sharpening: To reduce the possibility...
  • Page 57 (rear edges turn upward; If the blade is installed upside down, designed any other bolts. when tightening the bolts. If you do not have a torque Honda lawn mower dealer tighten the blade bolts. 36.2-43.4 ft-lb (5.0-6.0 TORQUE TORQUE WRENCH WRENCH 9.

  • Page 58: Battery Charging (Hr215Sma)

    9. MAINTENANCE BATTERY CHARGING The engine will automatically battery when operated. A plug-in charger is provided for supplemental charging mower is not operated enough to keep the battery Use the plug-in charger to recharge the battery once a month during seasons when you do not mow the lawn.

  • Page 59: Storage

    Preparation for Storage When the mower will not be used for one month preparation will help to prevent start the engine when the mower 1. Clean all surfaces deck. Wear heavy gloves to protect NOTE: Before cleaning rest the mower on its right side, so the carburetor and fuel leakage may result if the mower is placed with the carburetor down.
  • Page 60 10. STORAGE 4. For prolonged storage, perform For storage of 1 or 2 months: For storage of 1 or 2 months, air in the tank will promote fuel oxidation fuel that may cause hard starting. passages, requiring NOTE: The Distributor’s or engine performance Fill the fuel tank with such as HONDA FUEL STABILIZER,...

  • Page 61: Storage

    For storage of more than 2 months d. Disconnect the fuel line from the fuel valve, and drain the fuel tank into an approved gasoline Gasoline explode, causing serious injury or de&h. gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. Remove the carburetor drain bolt, using a 10 mm wrench. Drain the carburetor into an approved gasoline container.

  • Page 62: Removal From Storage

    10. STORAGE handlebar compact storage. Remove the grass bag, and place it on top of the engine, with the bag opening at the front of the mower. Loosen the handlebar locking knobs, spread lower handlebar, and fold the handlebar as shown.

  • Page 63: Troubleshooting

    ENGINE WILL NOT START 1. HR215SMA electric Batten/ starting: Check Fuse burnt battery and fuse. 2. Check control Fuel valve positions. Throttle position. HR215SMA switch 3. Check fuel. Out of fuel. Bad fuel; mower treating refueled Spark 4. Remove and inspect spark plug.
  • Page 64 11. TROUBLESHOOTING ENGINE LOSS OF POWER 1. Check under cutter deck. 2. Check air filter. 3. Check fuel. 4. Check vent inside fuel tank cap. 5. Take mower dealer for service repair. VIBRATION EXCESSIVE VIBRATION 1. Check blade. 2. Take mower dealer for repair.

  • Page 65: Grass Cutting

    GRASS CUTTING POOR CUT QUALITY OR POOR CUlTlNG PERFORMANCE 1. Check that throttle lever is in FAST 1 position. 2. Reduce forward speed. 3. Check cutting height adjustment levers. 4. Check grass bag. 5. Check cutter deck and blade. GRASS BAGGING POOR GRASS BAGGING 1.

  • Page 66: Specifications

    12. SPECIFICATIONS MOWER MODELS Manual starting, manually propelled; no transmission HR215PXA: Manual starting, self-propelled; hydrostatic transmission HR215HXA: Manual starting, self-propelled; mechanical transmission HR215SXA: Manual & electric stat-tino, self-propelled; mechanical transmission HR215SMA: Maximum Length (handlebar extended) Minimum Length (handlebar folded) Width at cutter deck Maximum Height (handlebar extended and cutting height adiusted to 3 in: 7.7 cm)

  • Page 69: Warranty Service

    Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill warranty details are explained any problems concerning department. If you have a warranty satisfaction, we suggest Discuss your problem with a member of the dealership management. Often complaints can be quickly been reviewed with the Service Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.

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