Honda HRC216PDA User Manual

1INTRODUCTIONCongratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn mower! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest lawn

10BLADESInspection1. Move the fuel valve to the OFF position (page 7).2. Disconnect the spark plug cap from the spark plug (page 12).3. Tilt the mower

11GRASS BAG CLEANING AND REPLACEMENTCleaningWash the bag with a garden hose and allow it to dry completely before use; a wet bag will clog quickly.Rep

12Air Cleaner ServiceA dirty air filter restricts air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance. If you operate the mower in very dusty area

13Blade Control Operation CheckStart the engine outdoors. Move the throttle lever to FAST and release the blade control lever; the engine should stop

14REFUELING Honda recommends using a No-Spill® gas can, which meets the demanding emission requirements of the California Air Resources Board (page

15FuelNOTICEDepending on the region where you operate your equipment, fuel formulations may deteriorate and oxidize rapidly. Fuel deterioration and ox

16TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMSEngine Will Not StartLoss of PowerVibrationMowing and Bagging ProblemsTECHNICAL INFORMATIONSERIAL NUMBER LOCATIONS

17CARBURETOR MODIFICATION FOR HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will dec

18AIR INDEXAn Air Index Information hang tag/label is applied to engines certified to an emission durability time period in accordance with the requir

19CONSUMER INFORMATIONREPLACEMENT PARTS, OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT, AND SERVICE ITEMSContact an authorized Honda servicing dealer to purchase any of these (o

2LAWN MOWER SAFETYMost accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower. The most com

20DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTYThis warranty is limited to the following Honda Power Equipment products when distributed by American Honda Motor

21To Obtain Warranty Service: You must take the Honda Power Equipment accessory, replacement part, apparel, or the power equipment on which the access

22Warranty Coverage: Honda power equipment engines manufactured after January 1, 1995, and sold in the State of California, and U.S. EPA certified eng

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3SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONSThese labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes

44. Insert the two 8 x 40 mm flange bolts through the handlebar upper bolt holes. Align with one of the holes on the handle stay at the desired handle

516.Insert the recoil rope through the rope guides.Engine OilThe mower is shipped WITHOUT OIL in the engine.All Honda engines are run at the factory p

6BEFORE OPERATIONYour safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury.Read and underst

7Mulching PlugTo mulch the grass clippings rather than bag them, install the mulching plug.1. Stop the engine.2. Raise the discharge guard.3. Remove t

85. If the CHOKE position was used during starting, move the throttle lever away from the CHOKE position as soon as the engine warms up enough to run

9Gravel and Loose ObjectsGravel, loose stones, and landscaping material can be picked up by the mower and thrown many feet with enough force to cause