Honda HS624 User's Manual
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1. 1 11 nnn nnne 17 Hydrostatic transmission fluid 20 Other CHECKS revers 21 SNOWBLOWER 27 Clearing SNOW noa ce eda adea placed C 30 SPEGIFICA THONGS c 48 STARTING THE 0 1 1 enne near terna tenna 22 STOPPING THE ENGINE a 32 STORAGE SSO p u iS SUR SU Roa ri Tag d DAT 44 TRANSPORTING is igu M PEE 42 Before lo difig reta no ada asal u a dak asa eT 42 SO ACHING Paci oas 42 5 rasa rag ans nanna u u 47 51 a 5 6 KM s PIN 31767700 100 2001 11 00X31 767 7000 BEN Recycled Paper PRINTED IN U S A2. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read contact your Honda Snowblower dealer for a replacement AWARNING MUSE EXTREME CARE AVOID INJURY KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAT FROM ALL ROTATING FROM THE DISCHARGE CHUTE NEVER USE VOUR HAND OWN BEFORE OPERATING m Tns Y KRP d X p A DANGER KEEP HANDS OUT OF DISCHARGE CHUTE WHILE ENGINE 15 RUNNING AWARNING BGASOLINE 15 FLAM MABLE G SHUT OFF ENGINE WHEN REFUELING BNEVER REFUEL INDOORS NOT OVERFILL DANGER KEEP HANDS AND FEET AWAY FROM AUGER WHILE ENGINE iS RUNNING Safetv information AWARNING To ensure safe operation Always make pre operation check pages 17 thru 21 before you start the engine You may prevent an accident or equipment damage Honda snowblowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions Read and understand this Owner s Manual before operating the snowblower Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage Before operating the snowblower inspect the area in which you are going to clear snow Remove debris and other obstacles the snowblower might strike or throw as that may cause injury or damage to the snowblower inspect the snowblower before operating it Repair any damage and correct any malfunction before operation If you hit an obstacle while operating the snowblower stop the engine
3. MIDDLE Normal use HIGH Deep snow or for transporting the snowblower FOOT PEDAL 15 Transmission release lever The transmission release lever has two positions RELEASED and ENGAGED Set the lever in the ENGAGED position when throwing snow setitin the RELEASED when pushing the snowblower A WARNING Never shift the transmission release lever on slopes The snow throwing mechanism operate suddeniv causing serious injurv or accident Operating the transmission release lever while the engine is running can damage the transmission 1 Stop the engine 2 Set the shift lever in the N Neutral position 3 Set the lever in the ENGAGED or RELEASED position RELEASED ENGAGED TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER Towing or pushing the snowblower with another vehicle will damage the transmission 16 PRE OPERATION CHECK Fuel recommendation Check the snowblower on level ground with the engine stopped Check the fuel gauge and refill the tank if the fuel level is low Allow the engine to cool down before refueling Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel There should be no fuel in the filler neck FUEL TANK CAPACITY HS624 3 5 0 0 92 US gal 0 77 Imp gal HS828 6 0 2 1 59 US gal 1 32 Imp gal A WARNING Gasoline is extremelv flammable and is explosive under certain conditions e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Allow the engine to cool down before
4. 9 l keffa 0 JIP E 15 22 venta tec i RR dan 9 F ga ge 1 10 12 Skid plate apa ITT coa veo vie Ua a Era oc 14 Kiclarig d o 11 Throttle lever Engine speed 11 Transmission release lever 16 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION 50 E 34 Auger Blower 1 41 4 4 nnne nnne 41 Engine oil change a certet riter G 37 Maintenance schedule sserenazzanmnnnzznnnnnnzznnnnzanzsnnnnnzznzgnnanana 35 Spark plug Service 3 notre ii drei kan i a ga qa a ask tape 38 TOON 36 coro page URL ia 39 PRE OPERATION CHECK ssssesesssssessarsssopenssnarsvassueanceneranarasssecesscennsnennensenss 17 Auger and blower 21 Erigine a A 19 Fuel recommendation 1 11
5. Starter grip See page 22 for starting procedures Pull this grip to start the engine STARTER GRIP Throttie lever engine speed The throttle lever controls engine speed from SLOW to FAST it will stav any designated position Set the lever to CHOKE when the engine is cold SLOW THROTTLE LEVER 11 Shift lever The shift lever selects FORWARD F NEUTRAL REVERSE R hydrostatic transmission drive The shift lever also controls the transmission drive ratio moving the lever farther from NEUTRAL increases drive speed While clearing snow use the shift lever to control drive speed so you can leave the throttle lever in the FAST position for best snow clearing performance REVERSE Neutra SHIFT LEVER FORWARD Chute guide The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle HIGH AND FAR HIGH AND FAR LOW AND NEAR LOW AND NEAR CHUTE GUIDE 12 Drive clutch lever and Auger clutch lever Use these controls to engage the snow blowing mechanism and or the drive mechanism DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER Squeeze to engage the drive transmission AUGER CLUTCH LEVER Squeeze to engage the snow blowing mechanism NOTE When both levers are squeezed the drive clutch lever locks the auger clutch lever down Releasing the drive clutch lever then unlocks and releases the auger clutch lever DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER LOCKED The auger clutch lever Both levers squeezed remains locke
6. more than the percentages of oxygenates given above are not covered under warranty 18 Engine oil Inspection With the snowblower on a level surface remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean Insert the dipstick into the filler neck but do not screw it in Remove the dipstick and check the oil level If the level is low fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the recommended oil OIL FILLER CAP AND DIPSTICK OIL CAPACITY HS624 0 60 0 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp at HS828 1 10 2 1 16 US qt 0 97 Imp at Recommended oil Use high detergent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufactures requirements for API Service Classification SG SF CC CD Motor oils classified SG SF CC CD will show this designation on the container Select the appropriate oil viscosity for the average temperature in your area as shown the chart above SAE 5W 30 is recommended for general all temperature use Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine damage Using nondetergent oil can shorten the engine s service life and using 2 stroke oil will damage the engine 19 A A M M Hydrostatic transmission fluid Check the hydrostatic fluid level in the reservoir Hydrostatic fluid expands and contracts with changes in temperature The UPPER and LOWER level marks on the reservoir are c
7. tank 14 F approx 4 mm 0 16 in above lower level 20 Auger and blower bolts Check the auger and blower for loose or broken bolts If broken replace them with new ones page 44 BLOWER SHEAR BOLT AUGER SHEAR BOLT Other checks 1 Check all bolts nuts and other fasteners for security 2 Check each part for operation 3 Check the entire machine for any other faults which might have been caused in previous operation 21 STARTING THE ENGINE Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure can cause loss of consciousness and lead to death 1 Move the shift lever to N Neutral Neutral SHIFT LEVER 2 Turn the fuel valve to the ON position Be sure that the drain knob is tightened securely FUEL VALVE ON DRAIN KNOB 22 3 Set the transmission release lever in the ENGAGED position ENGAGED TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER 4 In cold weather and when the engine is cold move the throttle lever to CHOKE position THROTTLE LEVER 23 IELECTRIC START MODELSI 5 Connect vour power cord to the switch box and the male end of the power cord to properly grounded 120 Volt A C outlet ACAUTION BUSE ONLY WITH GROUNDED OUTLET AND 3 WIRE CORD COOLING 15 MINUTES 800 NOT USE IN RAIN POWER CORD AWARNING To minimize the possibility of potentially dangerous
8. LEVER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference Refer to the serial numbers when ordering parts and when making technical or warranty inquiries see page 50 Frame serial number Engine serial number WHEEL TVPE CHUTE GUIDE LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER FUEL CAP SNOW DISCHARGE CHUTE SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE LEVER 2 KO Xo YR SNAM KS ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE RELEASE LEVER CONTROLS Engine switch Use the engine switch to turn the ignition svstem ON for starting and to STOP the engine ENGINE SWITCI A C starter button Push the starter button to operate the electric starter STARTER BUTTON Fuel valve The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank to the carburetor Make sure that the valve is positioned exactly at either the ON or OFF position FUEL VALVE OFF ON A WARNING Before transporting the snowblower be sure to turn the fuel valve to OFF to prevent possible fuel leaks spilled fuel or fuel vapor ignite 9 Fuel gauge The fuel gauge indicates the amount of fuelin the tank When the fuel gauge enters the range refill the tank as soon as possible FUEL GAUGE Chute crank Use the chute crank to turn the snow discharge chute right or left To throw snow to the left To throw snow to the right CHUTE CRANK 10
9. Neutral position N Neutral hen SHIFT LEVER 2 Squeeze the drive clutch lever for about 30 seconds DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 26 SNOWBLOWER OPERATION Before operating this equipment vou should read and understand the SAFETV INFORMATION on page 3 4 5 and 6 Start the engine according to the procedures described in page 22 2 Move the throttle lever to the FAST position for normal operation 3 Release the auger clutch lever and move the shift lever to select the desired drive speed REVERSE I im _ H 4 FAST FORWARD N Neutral 1 1 U D 1 1 1 1 D SHIFT LEVER NOTE Low speed is recommended for removing deep or hard packed snow 4 Set the foot pedal to HIGH position See page 15 Track type only 5 Adjust the throwing direction by using the chute crank and the chute guide See pages 10 and 12 27 6 Squeeze the auger clutch lever The machine will clear snow when vou squeeze the auger clutch lever AUGER CLUTCH LEVER 7 Squeeze the drive clutch lever If the transmission release lever 23 is in the ENGAGED position and the shift lever p 27 is in the FORWARD F position the hydrostatic drive will propel the snowblower forward when you squeeze the drive clutch lever DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER When both levers are squeezed the drive clutch lever locks the auger clutch lever down This frees your right hand to opera
10. Owner s Manual HS624 HS828 TTT TT 1992 Honda Motor Co Ltd All Rights Reserved Thank vou for purchasing a Honda snowblower We want to help vou get the best results from vour new snowblower and to operate it safelv This manual contains the information on how to do that please read it carefuliv This owner s manual describes the operation and maintenance of Honda snowblower HS624 HS828 All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at anv time without notice and without incurring anv obligation No part of this publication mav be reproduced without written permission This manual should be considered a permanent part of the snowblower and should remain with it if it is resold Safetv Messages Vour safetv and the safetv of others is verv important We have provided important safetv messages in this manual and on the snowblower Please read these messages carefully safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol A of three words DANGER WARNING or CAUTION These mean You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions vou CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don t follow instructions You CAN be HURT if you don t follow instru
11. alibrated for room temperature fluid It is normal for the fluid level to rise above the UPPER level mark when snowblower operation warms the transmission When checking the level of cold fluid below room temperature refer to the temperature chart for appropriate fluid levels At temperatures below 209 4 F fluid may not be visible in the reservoir before operation but should rise into the reservoir when the transmission warms up UPPER LEVEL TRANSMISSION LOWER LEVEL OWER FLUID RESERVOIR If the fluid level is low add HONDA HYOROSTATIC FLUID The use of other hydrostatic fluids will reduce transmission performance and may damage the transmission Use only HONDA HYDROSTATIC FLUID 1 Unscrew the reservoir cap and remove the seal Be careful to prevent dirt water or snow from entering the reservoir 2 Add HONDA HYDROSTATICFLUID to bring the fluid level to the UPPER level mark at room temperature or to the appropriate level shown in the temperature chart Do not overfill 3 Reinstall the seal and tighten the cap securely Temp Oil level 209 Between upper and lower levels 68 F approx 5 mm 0 20 in above lower level 10 C Slightly above lower level UPPER LEVEL BO F ambient temperature is 209 ce TOWER LEVEL approx 2 mm 0 08 in above lower level 1056 32 F approx 1 mm 0 04 in above lower level 10 C Between lower level and bottom of oil
12. and filler cap and drain the oil Retighten the plug securely 3 Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil see page 19 and check the level OIL CAPACITY HS624 0 60 2 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp qt HS828 1 10 2 1 16 US qt 0 97 Imp qt UPPER LEVEL b 22 DRAINBOLT ALEA WK A CAUTION Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly left in contact with the skin for prolonged periods Although this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on a daily basis it is still advisable to thoroughly wash your hands with soap and water as soon as possible after handling used oil NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with the environment We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your local service station for reclamation Do not throw it in the trash or pour it on the ground 37 Spark plug service Recommended spark plug BPRBES NGK W16EPR U NIPPONDENSO AWARNING If the engine has been running the muffler will be very hot Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot To ensure proper engine operation the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits 1 Remove the spark plug cap 2 Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base 3 Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug 4 Inspect the spark plug Discard it if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped If it is to be reused clean the electrode and insul
13. ator with a wire brush 5 Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge Correct as necessary by bending the side electrode The gap should be 0 70 0 80 mm 0 028 0 031 in 6 Make sure that the spark plug washer s in good condition and thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross threading 7 After the spark plug is seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to compress the washer NOTE If installing a new spark plug tighten 1 2 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer If reinstalling a used spark plug tighten 1 8 to 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats ACAUTION Use only the recommended spark plugs or equivalent Spark plugs which have an improper heat range may cause engine damage e The spark plug must be securely tightened An improperly tightened spark plug can become very hot and may damage the engine PLUG GAP 0 70 0 80 mm SPARK PLUG 0 027 0 031 in WRENCH 38 Track adjustment Make sure the tracks are clean and drv before adjustment The tracks cannot be correctiv adjusted if clogged with snow or debris or coated with ice Check track deflection bv pressing down midwav between the wheels with a force of 15 kg 33 Ib When correctiv adjusted it should be 27 0 33 0 mm 1 06 1 30 27 0 33 0mm 1 06 1 30 in Adjusting procedure 1 Loosen the left and right tension bolt lock nuts at the rear axle and turn the adjusting nuts to correctly tension b
14. before performing inspection and maintenance Use only genuine HONDA parts or their equivalent Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the snowblower 34 Maintenance schedule EVERV VEAR SERVICE PERIOD FIRST 20 OPERATION Engins oi o E Transmission ol 7 Checkkvel o Auger and blower Check lock bolt Drive clutch cable Check Readjust Fuel line Check Replace if necessarv Check Readjust EVERV 5VEARS Valve clearance 1 parts require more frequent inspection and replacement under heavv use 2 These items should be serviced bv an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual for service information 3 For professional commercial use log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 35 Toolkit dX C e 0 E SPARK PLUG WRENCH BLOWER SHEAR BOLT Go B WRENCH HANDLE 6mm SELF LOCK NUT 10 x 14mm WRENCH AUGER SHEAR BOLT 3 6mm HEX NUT 3 12 x 14mm WRENCH TOOL BAG 36 Engine oil change Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining 1 Place the snowblower Track type on a level surface Before you drain the oil set the snowblower in the HIGH position by operating the foot pedal see page 15 2 Remove the drain plug
15. ctions Each message tells you what the hazard is what can happen and what you can do to avoid or reduce injury Damage Prevention Messages You will also see other important messages that are preceded by the word NOTICE This word means NOTICE Your snowblower or other property could be damaged if you don t follow instructions The purpose of these messages is to help prevent damage to your snowblower other property or the environment 1 CONTENTS MN 3 PY 3 BENA AULIE e IEEE Rm 4 7 FOONTIROUS T 9 9 9 Fuel gauge T TAE 10 H 10 Starter grip RR PATEE AAE TE a 11 teveriengine speed 11 12 ta aa 12 Wheel Tire inspectidli oie cen 6 ser e rore orae pue rni ram E 40 Auger Blower inspecti9n 41 SAFETV Safetv label locations These labels warn vou of potential hazards that can cause serious injurv Read them carefuliv
16. d down as long as one hand continues to squeeze the drive clutch lever 13 Skid plate scraper Adjust the skid plates for the auger ground clearance best suited to vour snow removal conditions A WARNING To prevent accidental starting turn the engine switch to the OFF position and disconnect the spark plug cap 1 Place the snow thrower on a level surface and set the height adjustment pedalin the middle position 2 Move the skid plates up or down to obtain the desired auger ground clearance For ordinary snow 4 0 8 0 mm 0 16 0 31 in For finishing 0 5 0 0 20 in For use on uneven surfaces 25 0 30 0 mm 0 98 1 18 in 3 Adjust the scraper ground clearance to 2 0 4 0 mm 0 08 0 16 in SCRAPER 1 Scraper clearance 2 0 4 0mm SCRAPER 0 08 0 16in SKID PLATE NOTE Adjust the skid plates equallv on both sides Be sure to tighten the skid plate and scraper bolts securelv after making adjustments Do not use the snowblower on rough or uneven surfaces with the auger ground clearance set for ordinarv snow or finishing conditions This mav cause serious damage to the snow throwing mechanism 14 Foot pedal Track tvpe oniv Use the pedal for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in relation to the tracks 1 Hold the handles and step on the pedal 2 Raise or lower the machine to the desired position and release the pedal LOW Hard snow or fine finish
17. ect to change without notice 49 CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION Honda power equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals They should be able to answer question you may have If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction please discuss it with the dealership s management The Service Manager or General Manager can halp Almost all problems are solved in this way If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership s management contact the Honda Power Equipment Customer Service Office You can write to American Honda Motor Co Inc Honda Power Equipment Division Customer Service Office 4475 River Green Parkway Duluth Georgia 30136 9420 Or telephone 404 497 6400 When you write or call please give us this information Model and serial number e Name of dealer who sold the snowblower to you Name and address of dealer who services your snowblower Date of purchase Your name address and telephone number A detailed description of the problem 50 COMPONENT IDENTIFICA TION 7 eio j il 10 B 9 Ch te rank u rax s Da uu 10 CHUB UO i i uy porno io ken a eoo rar E ance ud 12 Drive clutch lever and clutch lever 13 a
18. electrical shocks always use a 3 conductor power cord with a power rating of no less than 15 amps Also be sure that the outlet you are using is properly grounded Do not connect and disconnect the power cord with wet hands Be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the electrical outlet or switch box Do not disconnect by pulling on the power cord 6 Turn the engine switch to the ON position ENGINE SWITCH 24 7 Push the starter button until the engine starts After the engine starts disconnect the power cord from the electrical outlet first and then from the switch box Do not operate the starter for more than 1 minute If the engine fails to start release the button and allow the starter to cool for 15 minutes before operating it again MANUAL STARTING ONLY 8 Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance then pull briskly Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter Damage may result if the starter grip is pulled while the engine is running STARTER GRIP 25 9 After starting the engine allow it to run for a few seconds to warm it up to operating temperature As the engine stabilizes gradually move the throttle lever to the SLOW position SLOW THROTTLE LEVER 10 While warming the engine up also warm the transmission as follows 1 Check that the shift lever is in the N
19. er parts damaged by misuse Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels To meet clean air standards some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions f you use an oxygenated fuel be sure it is unleaded and meets the minimum octane rating requirement Before using an oxygenated fuel try to confirm the fuel s contents Some states provinces require this information to be posted on the pump The following are the EPA approved percentages of oxygenates Ethanol ethyl or grain alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 1096 ethanol by volume Gasoline containing ethanol may be marketed under the name Gasohol MTBE methyl tertiary butyl ether You may use gasoline containing up to 1596 MTBE by volume METHANOL methyl or wood alcohol You may use gasoline containing up to 596 methanol by volume as long as it also contains cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors to protect the fuel system Gasoline containing more than 596 methanol by volume may cause starting and or performance problems It may also damage metal rubber and plastic parts of your fuel system If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms try another service station or switch to another brand of gasoline Fuel system damage or performance problems resulting from the use of an oxygenated fuel containing
20. er rope slowly two or three times to distribute the oil Reinstall the spark plug 45 5 Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt This closes the valves and protects the engine from internal corrosion STARTER GRIP 6 oil to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention Ep 778 CHUTE ADJUSTING CLUTCH SURFACE BOLTS B LEVER PIVOTS B 46 TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start 1 16 there enough fuel 2 Is the fuel valve on 3 Is gasoline reaching the carburetor To check loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on Fuel should flow freely 4 16 the throttle in the correct position A WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before testing the spark plug or starting the engine Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite 5 Is the engine switch on 6 1 there a spark at the spark plug a Remove the spark plug cap Clean any dirt from around the spark plug base then remove the spark plug b Install the spark plug in the plug cap c Turn the engine switch on d Ground the side electrode at any engine gronud and crank the engine to see if sparks jump across the gap A WARNING Never hold the spark plug lead with wet hands while performing this test Make sure that no fuel has been spilled on the engine and that the plug is not wet with fuel To avoid fire hazards do not all
21. immediately and check for damage Damaged equipment may increase the possibility of injury during operation Do not use the snowblower when visibility is poor Under conditions of poor visibility there is a greater risk of striking an obstacle or causing injury Never use the snowblower to clear snow from a gravel road or driveway as rocks may be picked up and ejected They may cause injury to bystanders A WARNING e Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator bvstanders windows and other objects with ejected snow Stav clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running e Children and pets must be kept awav from the area of operation to avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snowblower To avoid overturning be careful when changing the direction of the snowblower while operating it on a slope Do not use the snowblower to remove snow from roofs The snowblower may overturn on steep slopes if left unattended causing injury to the operator or bystanders Know how to stop the snowblower quickly and understand the operation of all controls Never permit anyone to operate the snowblower without proper instruction If people or pets suddenly appear in front of the snowblower while it is in operation immediately release the auger and drive clutch levers to stop the snowblower and avoid possible injury from rotating auger blades e If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged s
22. ious personal injury could result To move from one place to another or to change direction use the drive clutch lever Using the auger clutch lever will cause the snowblowing mechanism to rotate possibly resulting in equipment damage or personal injury High altitude operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug cause hard starting and contribute to air pollution High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw If you always operate the engine at altitudes higher than 1 800 meters 6 000 feet above sea level have an authorized Honda Snowblower dealer perform this carburetor modifications Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horsepower will decrease approximately 3 5 96 for each 300 meter 1 000 feet increase in altitude The effect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made A reduction in engine horsepower will reduce pumping performance When the carburetor is modified for high altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use Operation at altitudes below 1 800 meters 6 000 feet with high altitude carburetor modifications may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine damage For lo
23. onths to 1 year Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner Drain the carburetor float bow and fuel sediment cup p 44 45 1 year or more Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner Drain the carburetor float bowl and fuel sediment cup p 44 45 Put a tablespoon of oil in the cylinder through the spark plug hole p 45 After removal from storage drain the stored gasoline into a suitable container and fill with fresh gasoline before starting Use gasoline conditioners that are formulated to extend storage life Contact your authorized Honda water pump dealer for recommen dations of gasoline conditioners Before storing the snowblower for an extended period 1 Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust 2 Drain the fuel A WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area Do not drain the fuel tank when the exhaust system is hot a Turn the fuel valve ON b Loosen the carburetor drain knob and drain the gasoline into a suitable container After draining retighten the drain knob and turn the fuel valve OFF 44 3 Clean the sediment cup a Turn the fuel valve OFF remove emptv and clean the fuel strainer cup b Reinstall the cup and packing and tighten securelv 4 Remove the spark plug and pour a tablespoonsful of clean motor oil into the cylinder Pull the start
24. oth tracks 2 After adjustment tighten the lock nuts securely TENSION BOLT ADJUSTING NUT LOCK NUT 39 40 B EE Wheel Tire Inspection Check side wall and tread surface of each tire for cracks damage or excessive wear Check the tire pressure Tire pressure 80 100 kPa 0 8 1 0 kg cm 11 4 14 psi Auger Blower inspection Check the auger auger housing blower and shear bolts for signs of damage or other faults If any of the shear bolts are broken replace them with the one furnished with the snowblower Additional shear bolts and nuts are available from authorized Honda snowblower dealers Shear bolts are designed to break under force that would otherwise damage auger and blower parts Do not replace shear bolts with ordinary hardware bolts Shear bolt replacement procedure 1 Place the showblower on a firm level surface 2 Turn the engine switch OFF and remove the cap from the spark plug 3 Clean the auger and blower of snow ice or any other foreign particles 4 Check the entire snow clearing mechanism 5 Replace any broken shear bolts Tighten securely BLOWER SHEAR BOLT 6mm SELF NUT 6mm HEX NUT 2 AUGER SHEAR BOLT 2 41 TRANSPORTING Before loading 1 Loading the snowblower on a trailer should be performed on a firm level surface 2 Use a loading ramp that is strong enough to support
25. ow sparks near the plug hole e If there are no sparks replace the plug If sparks occur try to start the engine according to the instructions 7 1f the engine still does not start take the snowblower to an authorized Honda dealer If the auger or blower does not operate check the shear bolts p 41 Replacement shear bolts and nuts were supplied with your snowblower Additional shear bolts and nuts are available from authorized Honda snowblower dealers Do not replace shear bolts with ordinary hardware bolts 47 SPECIFICATIONS Frame 5624 1 l Power equipment discription SZAJ code 870 mm 38 2 in 80 kg 176 420 mm 16 5 in Snow throwing distance differs Max 12 m 39 4 ft according to the kind of snow Continuous operating time Engine Moe HONDAGXiCEK Spark plug NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notice BPRSES NGK W16EPR U NIPPONDENSO 48 HS828 K1 Power equipment discription SZAK code Overall length 1 422 mm 56 in 1 400 mm 55 1 in 725 mm 28 5 in 022 mm 40 2 in 1 042 mm 41 0 in 109 kg 240 Ibs 99 kg 218 Ibs 710 mm 28 0 510 mm 20 1 in according to the kind of snow 37 Ton hour 2 5 hours Engine Model HONDAGXZOK1 l Displacement 242 cm 14 8 cu in BPR5ES W16EPR U NIPPONDENSO NOTE Specifications are subj
26. refueling Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Do not overfill the fuel tank there should be no fuel in the filler neck After refueling make sure the tank cap is closed properly and securely Be careful not to spill fuel when refueling Spilled fuel or fuel vapor may ignite If any fuel is spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine e Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breating of vapor KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN FILLER NECK FUEL CAP WA UPPER LIMIT FUEL GAUGE FUEL INLET Use gasoline with a pump octane ratinng of 86 or higher We recommend unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel tank 17 Occasionally you may hear light spark knock or pinging metallic rapping noise while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda snowblower dealer Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is misuse and the Distributor s Limited Warranty does not cov
27. te the other snowblower controls Releasing the drive clutch lever unlocks and releases the auger clutch lever 28 To move from one place to another or to change direction use the drive clutch lever only Release both the drive clutch lever and auger clutch lever then squeeze the drive clutch lever DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 8 Release the clutch levers to stop clearing and moving DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER AUGER CLUTCH LEVER 29 paa ADA AEEIILLLLLALLEUGLUULLLLLLLLEGLILEILLLI UDTCLLTELILLKLBEEEEE EEOCECLLU N L LLLLLNLLULLUL LaNOSOSEO CL OO Clearing snow For best efficiencv clear snow before it metts refreezes and hardens Do not reduce engine speed while clearing snow Operating tips for clearing hard or deep snow e Reduce forward speed If that is not sufficient use the shift lever to clear snow with a back and forth motion e Clear a narrower swath Make several passes with the auger overlapping the cleared areas If the snow is deeper than the height of the auger remove it in several steps as shown below 30 A WARNING e Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator bystanders windows and other objects with thrown snow Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running f the snow discharge chute becomes clogged stop the engine and use a wooden stick to unclog it Never put your hand into the snow discharge chute while the engine is running ser
28. the combined Weight of the snowblower and the operator Weight of snowblower Operating weight HS828 TA 84 kg 185 lbs TAS 116 kg 256 Ibs WA 88 194 Ibs WAS 105 kg 231 Ibs 3 The loading ramp must be long enough so that its slope is 15 or less 2 Ramp 0 8 2 ft 9 8ft 11 5ft 1 6 ft 2 O ft 2 3 ft 4 the truck bed has a low roof or cover with less than 1 5 m 4 9 ft of headroom lower the chute guide for better clearance or remove the chute assembly 5 Check that there is sufficient fuel the tank Engine may stall on the ramp if there is little fuelin the tank Loading 1 Step on the foot pedal and raise the auger to the HIGH position Track type P 15 2 Maneuver the snowblower into line with the loading ramp 42 a a 3 Run the snowblower slowly up the loading ramp Be careful to avoid striking the chute or other parts of the machine 1 5 mm 4 9 ft minimum headroom 4 After the snowblower is in the truck stop the engine and turn the fuel valve to the OFF position This will prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding and will reduce the possibility of fuel leakage 5 Tie the snowblower down with rope or straps and block the treads Keep the tie down rope or straps away from controls and cables 43 STORAGE STORAGE TIME RECOMMENDED SERVICE PROCEDURE TO PREVENT HARD STARTING 1 to 2 months Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner 2 m
29. top the engine and use a wooden stick to unclog it Never put your hand into the snow discharge chute while the engine is running serious personal injury could result WARNING e Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the snowblower is refueled or where gasoline is stored Allow the engine to cool down before refueling Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not overfill the fuel tank and make sure the filler cap is closed securely after refueling Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined area Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping the engine Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot Let the engine cool before storing the snowblower indoors NOTE While operating the snowblower hold the handle firmly and walk don t run Wear suitable winter boots that resist slipping COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION TARCK AUGER CLUTCH LEVER CHUTE GUIDE LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER SNOW DISCHARGE CHUTE SHIFT LEVER THROTTLE LEVER MUFFLER AC STARTER BUTTON OIL FILLER CAP TRANSMISSION FLUID RESERVOIR FUEL VALVE CHUTE CRANK AC OUTPUT TERMINAL FOOT PEDAL FRAME SERIAL NUMBER TRANSMISSION SKID PLATE RELEASE
30. w altitude use reinstall the standard main fuel jet and readjust the pilot screw 31 STOPPING THE ENGINE EMERGENCV STOP To STOP the engine in an emergencv turn the engine switch OFF immediatelv A STOP OFF To restart the engine move the shift lever back to the N Neutral position NORMAL STOP 1 Release the auger and drive clutch levers The drive and snow throwing mechanism will stop operation AUGER CLUTCH LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 2 Move the shift lever to N Neutral position N Neutral SHIFT LEVER 32 3 Turn the throttle lever to the SLOW position THROTTLE LEVER SLOW NET 5 Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position FUEL VALVE OFF N Do not park the snowblower on a slope as it is not equipped with parking brake mechanism 33 MAINTENANCE Periodic inspection and maintenance will help extend the service life of vour snowblower while keeping it in the best operating condition Inspect or service as described on the table below A WARNING Shut off the engine before performing inspection and maintenance and disconnect the spark plug wire from the plug so that the engine cannot be started If the engine must run make sure the area is wellventilated Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death To avoid overturning place the snowblower on a level surface
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