Honda HS522 User Manual

CHOKE KNOB Close the choke when the engine is cold or difficult to start. CLOSE STARTER GRIP Pull this grip to start the engine. ST

THROTTLE LEVER (ENGINE SPEED) , Use the throttle lever to select engine,speed. In normal operation, use the FAST position. SHIFT LEVER

CHUTE GUIDE The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle and direction. Low and near DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER Use the drive clutch le

AUGER CLUTCH LEVER Squeezing the auger clutch lever also operates the drive clutch lever; the snowthrowing mechanism starts and the

SKID PLATE, SCRAPER Adjust the skid plates and scraper for the auger housing ground clearance best suited to your snow removal cond

Adjust the skid plate and scraper positions. m Before adjusting the skid plate and scraper positions, be sure to stop the engine an

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK mm To prevent accidental start-up, remove the engine switch key, and disconnect the spark plug cap before perf

l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. l Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopp

ENGINE OIL LEVEL, Inspection: With the snowblower on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean. Insert

4. STARTING iHE ENGINE Emm Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exp

Thank you for purchasing a Honda snowblower. This manual covers the operation and maintenance of the HS522 snowblower. All information

3. In cold weather and when the engine is cold, move the choke to the CLOSE position. CLOSE 4. Pull the starter grip lightly unti

5. Let the engine warm up for several minutes. If the choke had been turn- ed to the CLOSE position, return it gradually to the

5. SNOWBLOWER OPERATION ram Before operating this equipment you should read and under- stand the SAFETY information on page 4, 5. 1.

l Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanders, windows and other objects with thrown snow. Stay clear

6. STOPPING THE ENGINE To stop the engine in an emergency, turn the engine switch OFF im- mediately. To stop the engine in normal

7. MAINTENANCE Periodic inspection and maintenance will help extend the service life of your HS522 Snowblower while keeping it in th

TOOL KIT II 0 SPARK PLUG WRENCH 4 F- I WRENCH HANDLE ,- & 10 X 12 mm WRENCH 12 X 14 mm WRENCH TOOL BAG SPARE AUGER BOLT SET: TWO

ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining. 1. Remove the drain plug and

I SPARK PLUG SERVICE Recommended spark plug: BPRSES (NGK), WiGEPR-U (ND) m If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very

TRACK-ADJUSTMENT (Track model only) Make sure the tracks are clean and dry before adjustment. The tracks can- not be correctly adjust

CONTENTS 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. SAFETY ... 3 WARNING LABEL L

8. STORAGE Before storing the snowblower for an extended period: 1. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust

3. Remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoonsful of clean motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly two or

Apply oil to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention. CHO;TE KNOB DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER PIVOT .._-. /- i CHUTE ADJUSTING BO

9. TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start: 1. Is there enough fuel? 2. Is the fuel valve on? 3. Is gasoline reaching the ca

10. SPECIFICATIONS Type .Power product description code Honda snowblower HS522 SAA Engine Model: Maximum output: Displacement: Bore x stroke:

1 I.. WARRANTY SERVICE Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to Us. All Honda warranty d

.I. SAFETY WARNING LABEL LOCATION Read these labels before operating the snowblower. \ ENGINE IS RUNNING

Honda snowblowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand this O

mEm l Know how to stop the snowblower quickly, and understand the opera- tion of all controls. l Never permit anyone to operate the

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATOON AND FUNCTION WHEEL TYPE CHUTE- Y” 1 CHOKE KNOB AUGER - AUGER CLUTCH LEVER CHUTE GUIDE I SH’FT tEVER I , DRIVE

TRACK TYPE ENG!NE SWITCI CHOKE KNOB DRIVE Cl CHUTE AUGER CLUTCH LE CHUTE GUIDE / LUTCti LEVER TRACK SHIFT LEVER / THROTTLE LEVER FUEL VALVE

ENGINE SWITCH Use the engine switch to turn the ignition system ON for starting, and to STOP the engine. ENGINE SWITCH FUEL VALVE Th