Honda HRC7013 User Manual

MOWER SAFETY Safety Information - Most accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual

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MOWER SAFETY Wear Protective Clothing Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury. Long pants and eye protection reduc

MOWER SAFETY - Safety Label Locations These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. It

I MOWER SAFETY I a 1 Obiects hidden in the lawn can be thrown bythe mower blade. Thrown objects can cause serious injury. I Clear l

MOWER SAFETY +8 ,’ “) x r < Objects hidden in the lawn can be thrown by the mower blade. Thrown objects can cause serious injury. I C

I CONTROLS & INDICATORS This section shows you where controls are located and tells you what they do and how they work. Locatio

CONTROLS & INDICATORS Locations - This shows where to find the most frequently used co&ok. HYDROSTATIC OIL FILLER FUEL FILLER FRO

CONTROLS & INDICATORS DIRECTION CONTROL LEVERS OPERATOR PRESENCE LEVERS NEUTRAL LOCKS NGINE OIL FILLER MOWER DECK SERIAL NUMBER

CONTROLS & INDICATORS - BLADE CONTROL HOUR METER I FORWARD SPEED CONTROL LEVERS THROTTLE POWER UNIT SERIAL NUMBER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER \ R

CONTROLS & INDICATORS Controls You will use these controls every time you operate the mower Fuel Valve This valve is located on

Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it anytime, and make sure the manual stays with the lawn mower if you sell i

CONTROLS & INDICATORS Direction Controls The direction control levers independently control each drive wheel for steering, slowing, a

CONTROLS & INDICATORS Pump Bypass Valves The bypass valves on each drive pump allow you to move the mower when the engine is no

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TRANSPORTING and STORING This section tells you how to safe/y transport and store your mower. Transporting your Mower 16 Storing your

TRANSPORTING and STORING - OPEN +k There is one very important thing to remember when transporting your mower: when you open the pump by

TRANSPORTING and STORING Storing your Mower When leaving your mower unattended, always: l Turn the key off and remove it from the ignit

TRANSPORTING and STORING (NOTICEI - Spraying water on hot mower deck bearings can cause them to be damaged from cooling too quickly.

TRANSPORTING and STORING The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional pro

TRANSPORTING and STORING - Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor Loosen the carburetor drain screw and turn the fuel valve ON. DRAIN SC

TRANSPORTING and STORING Placing in Storage If your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is importan

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BEFORE MOWING This section shows you how to prepare your mower, the /awn, and yourself. Check the Mower ‘24 Check the Lawn 25 Prepare

BEFORE MOWING - Check the Mower For your safety and the service life of your equipment, always inspect your mower before using it. B

BEFORE MOWING Air Filter Check that the air cleaner elements are clean and in good condition. See page 42 for information on servici

.BEFORE MOWING - Prepare Yourself Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your

OPERATING THE MOWER This section tells you how to operate the mower for safe and effective mowing. Starting the Engine 28 Using the

OPERATING THE MOWER - The Honda Mid-Size Commercial Mower is a powerful, highly maneuverable mower designed to enhance the productivity

OPERATING THE MOWER 1. Pull the blade control lever to OFF. (The mower should not be started without the entire grass catcher, the

OPERATING THE MOWER The mower will quickly respond to the position of the levers. To avoid abrupt changes of direction, squeeze the le

OPERATING THE MOWER Zero-radius turns (turns in which the mower has no forward or reverse motion - it just turns in place) are acco

Congratulations on your selection of the Honda Commercial Mower! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase. You can enhan

OPERATING THE MOWER Making an Emergency Stop - To make an emergency stop, release the hand grips. When you let go of the operator p

OPERATING THE MOWER If the mower’s path is drifting off to the right, move the right lever slightly ahead of the let? lever. If the mo

OPERATING THE MOWER ‘- Avoid stopping on a slope. If you must stop on a slope, block the wheels securely if you leave the machine un

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS This section tells you how and when to perform normal maintenance and adjustments. The Importance Of Mai

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS The Importance Of Maintenance - Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operatio

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Safety Precautions l Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or repairs. This will el

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Emission Control System Source of Emissions - The combustion process produces carbon monoxide, oxides of nitr

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility Replacement Parts The emission control systems on your new

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Modification for High Altitude Operation - At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Maintenance Schedule 9 Engine Oil Check Change Before Every Use . Engine Oil Filter Q Air Cleaner Replace Check

Safety Messages Your safety and the safety of others is very important.‘We have provided important safety messages in this manual and

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Air Cleaner Check that the air cleaner elements are clean and in good condition. A dirty air cleaner wi

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS 6. Clean the paper element by tapping it on a hard surface to knock off dirt or by blowing compressed

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Spilled fuel not only creates a fire hazard, it can cause environmental damage. Wipe up spills immediatel

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS You may use gasoline containing up to 10% ethanol by volume. Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Engine Oil - Engine Oil Capacity: 1 .I liters, 1.2 US quarts Checking the Level I;:; 0 iI Upper limit : Lower

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Changing the Engine Oil Change the oil at the recommended interval or more frequently under extreme operat

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Changing the Engine Oil Filter 1. Drain the engine oil. 2. Remove the oil filter and let the remaining o

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Spark Plug Recommended Types NGK BPR5ES EI WI GEPR-U NOTICE Spark plugs of the wrong size or incorrect heat

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Valve Clearance Adjust the valves at the recommended interval. Valve clearance inspection and adjustment must

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Carburetor Perform this adjustment if the idle is slow or rough and you’re sure the air cleaner and spar

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Governor Linkage It’s not likely that this adjustment will change by itself. Perform this procedure only

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Throttle Cable In normal use, cables will lose their adjustment. Perform this procedure if the no-load spe

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Hydrostatic Oil Hydrostatic Oil Capacity: 9.8 liters,-1 0.4 quarts Checking the Level 1. Remove the cap on

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Changing the Hydrostatic Oil Filter 1. Drain the reservoir. 2. Remove the oil filter with a filter wrench

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - PULLEY PIVOT (under cover) FORWARD SPEED CONTROL SHAFT CASTER PIVOTS CASTER WHEELS - I 56

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Control Linkage Adjustment If any of the following conditions are noticed, the control linkage must be adjus

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS - FORWARD SPEED CONTROL ADJUSTING NUTS \ REVERSE SPRING \ LINKAGE DIRECTION \ CONTROL ADJUSTING NUT8 PUMP LEVER P

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS 9. Release the neutral locks and cycle the direction control levers forward and backward several times. E

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS FORWARD SPEED AQNTROLS FORWARD SPEED CONTROL LINKAGE LOCKNUTS 115-125mm ROLLER - I 60

I MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS Tracking Adjustment Perform this adjustment if the mower will not track straight with the speed control

CONTENTS Turn to the beginning of each section for a complete list of subjects. MOWER SAFETY 1 This section explains what you need to

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Speed Control Switch Adjustment 1. Adjust the switch bolt on the left forward speed control lever so that t

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Cutting Height The cutting height of your mower can be easily adjusted within two ranges: a low range of

MAINTENANCE 8, ADJUSTMENTS - 2. Remove the pin and lower the caster post about 6 mm Washer -&\ (l/4 inch) until the spacer can be

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS 4. Use the adjusting lever to align the holes in the desired position and install the adjusting bar. (If you

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - 6: Follow the procedures for Front Wheel Adjustment (page 63) to set the desired cutting height. 7. Low

MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS I Blades It is important for your safety and the safety of others that you inspect the blades for conditio

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - 4. Inspect each of the blades for cracking, bending, deep nicking, and wear. If any of the blades show s

I MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS I Servicing the Blades A dull blade may be sharpened, but a blade that is worn out, bent, cracked, or o

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Deck Belt AdjusUment and Replacement - Replace the deck belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed. You will nee

MAINTENANCE 81 ADJUSTMENTS Replace Belt 1 1. Move the blade control OFF and remove the belt cover. 2. Loosen the bolts of the engine pu

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MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Blade Brake Adjustment - Check the blade brake adjustments whenever the deck belt is adjusted or replaced. M

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Pump Belt Replacement and Adjustment Replace the pump belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed. You will need t

MAINTENANCE 81 ADJUSTMENTS - Blade Belt Adjustment and Replacement 48 inch deck Replace the blade belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed.

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Adjust 1. Move the blade control OFF and remove the belt cover. 2. Remove the blade belt from the right

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Blade Belt Adjustment and Replacement 36 inch deck Replace the blade belt if it is worn, frayed, or glazed

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS Adjust 1. Move the blade control OFF and remove the belt cover. 2. Remove the blade belt from the right

MAINTENANCE &ADJUSTMENTS - Spark Arrester (optional) If the engine has been running, the muffler will be hot enough to burn you. A

TROUBLESHOOTING This section tells you what to look for if you encounter problems. Engine 80 Mower 80

TROUBLESHOOTING Engine Doesn’t start The key must be ON. Forward speed controls must be in NEUTRAL. Fuel tank should be full of fresh

TROUBLESHOOTING Pulls to one side Tires should be correctly inflated (page 62). The control linkages must be correctly adjusted (page

MOWER SAFETY This section explains what you need to know to operate your mower safely. Safety Information 2 Important Message to Emplo

SPECIFICATIONS This section provides you with important dimensions and capacities. Mower 84 Engine 85 83

SPECIFICATIONS Mower = Mower deck 36 inch 48 inch - Length 2.03 m (80 in) 1.93 m (76 in) - Width: Chute up 0.91 m (36 in) 1.24 m (49 in

SPECIFICATIONS ’ Engine Model GXV390DA23 Horsepower @ rpm 13 hp @ 3600 rpm Maximum no-load governed speed 3550+50 rpm Idle speed 175O+y tp

INDEX A Air Cleaner . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 B Battery . . . . Belts Blade Belt Deck Belt Pump Belt Blade Brake . Bl

H Hourmeter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 I Ignition Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 N Neutral Lock . .

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION This section gives you sources for more information about your mower. Honda Publications 90 Customer Service Infor

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Honda Publications These publications will give you additional information about maintaining your mower. You may o

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Customer Service Information Honda Power Equipment dealerships are staffed by trained professionals. They should b