Honda HRA214 User's Manual
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1. BEFORE YOU START THE MOWER 1 Check the engine oil level Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine per formance and service life Non detergent or veget able oils are not recommended Running the engine with insufficient oil can cause Serious engine damage Use Honda 4 stroke or an equivalent high deter gent premium quality motor oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturers requirements for service classification SE or SF Motor oils clas sified SE or SF will show this designation on the container SAE 10W 40 is recommended for general all tem perature use a Place the mower on a level surface b Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean c Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in d Check the oil level shown on the dipstick If near the lower level fill to the upper level with the recommended oil 10 ae 20W 40 20W 50 _OWER OIL LEVEL 2 Check the fuel level Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a pump octane number 4 of 86 or higher or that has a research octane number of 91 or higher Gasoline pumps at service station normally display the pump octane number We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug edposits and extends the life of exhaust system components Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture2. 00X31 VA4 0200 See PRINTED IN U S A
3. nuts and recheck the carburetor choke arm position 3 Start the engine and make sure the engine stops when the throttle lever is moved to the STOP position Readjust the cable if necessary CHOKE ARM 28 CHOKE ADJUSTER ROTO STOP LEVER FREE PLAY All TYPES 1 Measure free play at the tip of the lever with the button pushed down it should be between 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in If adjustment is necessary loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play Start the engine and operate the ROTO STOP lever Check to be sure the blade stops when the lever is released 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in 29 DRIVE CLUTCH FREE PLAY 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in Self propelled type only 1 Measure free play at the top of the lever as shown it should be between 5 10 mm 3 16 3 8 in 2 1 adjustment is necessary loosen the lock nuts and turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play 3 Start the engine and check to be sure the drive clutch engages and releases properly LOCK NUTS ADJUSTER 30 SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE Optional part If the mower has been running the muffler will be very hot Allow it to cool before proceeding 1 Loosen two 6 mm nuts and remove the muffler protector identification plate muffler comp and gasket 2 Remove spark a
4. the engine will not start acciden tally remove the spark plug cap before performing this inspection 5 Check and clean the air cleaner element if it is 25 Hight altitude operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be excessively rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase High altitude performance can be improved by instal ling a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carburetor and readjusting the pilot screw If you always operate the mower at altitudes higher than 6 000 feet above sea level have your authorized Honda Rotary Mower dealer perform these carburetor modifications Even with suitable carburetor jetting engine horse power will decrease approximately 3 5 for each 1 000 foot increase in altitude The affect of altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification in made Operation of the mower at an altitude lower than the carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced perfor mance overheating and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air fuel mixture 13 STARTING THE ENGINE Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide Never run the mower in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation 1 Move the throttle lever to CHOKE NOTE Do not use CHOKE when the engine is warm or the air temperature is high Move the throttle to LO instead 2 Turn the fuel
5. valve 14 FUEL VALVE THROTTLE LEVER 3 your foot on the STEP of the mower housing 4 Pull the starter rope lightly until you feel compres sion then pull briskly NOTE Do not allow the rope to snap back return it by hand 5 After the engine warms up move the throttle lever to Push the ROTO STOP lever forward to put the cutting blade into operation Self propelled type only Select shift lever position 1 slow or 2 fast and push the drive clutch lever forward to propel the mower NOTE The throttle lever may be moved anywhere between HI and LO to adjust engine speed during opera tion However the engine may stall if the lever is at when the ROTO STOP is engaged Flooded Engine If the engine won t start after several pulls on the starter rope the engine is probably flooded To clear a flooded engine 1 Move the throttle lever to STOP and turn off the fuel valve 2 Remove and dry the spark plug When re installing the plug thread it in by hand until it seats Then tighten it an additional 1 8 1 4 turn with the spark plug wrench to compress the washer 3 Move the throttle to turn on the fuel valve and repeat steps 3 5 under Starting the Engine Stopping the Engine 1 Release the drive clutch self propelled type only and or ROTO STOP lever 2 Move the throttle lever to STOP a
6. Avoid getting dirt dust or water in the fuel tank Use of a lower octane gasoline can cause persistent pinging or heavy spark knock a metal lic rapping noise which if severe can lead to engine damage If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline If spark knock or pinging persists consult your authorized Honda dealer Failure to do so is considered misuse and damage caused by misuse is not covered by Honda s Limited Warranty Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern it simply means your engine is operating efficiently Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is stored Do not everfill the 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 Avoid repeated or prolonged contact with skin or breathing of vapor KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 11 Gasolines Containing Alcohol If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol gasoh
7. HRA214 Owner s Manual F manual to your computer ee HH 1983 American Honda Motor Co Inc All Rights Reserved The HRA214 meets CPSC blade safety requirement for walkbehind rotary power mowers This manual covers operation and maintenance of the HONDA ROTARY MOWER 214 All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval for printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incur ring any obligation Any powered product can be a potential source of danger if misused or improperly maintained Pay particular attention to statements preceded by the following words Illustrations in this manual are based primarily on the S XA type self propelled HRA214 Indicates the possibility of personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed Indicates the possibility of equipment damage if instructions are not followed HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 1983 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED Thank you for purchasing a Honda Lawn Mower If any problems occur or if there are any questions concerning the mower consult an authorized HONDA dealer No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission The Honda rotary mower is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions and intended use mowing cutting gras
8. d with oil the engine will smoke at start up this is normal STARTER GRIP 21 MAINTENANCE To prevent accidental start up shut off the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap before perform ing any maintenance Use only genuine Honda parts or their equivalent for maintenance or repair Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the mower Periodic inspection and adjustment of the Honda HRA214 are essential if high level performance is to be maintained Regular maintenance will also help to extend service life The required service intervals and the kind of maintenance to be performed are des cribed in the chart on the following page For longer service and greater efficiency keep the underside of the mower housing clean and free of acumulated grass clippings by washing it down with a hose after use and or cleaning it with a wire brush and scraper Remove any rust and apply a rust resistant paint Cleaning and rust prevention are especially important before seasonal storage 22 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Regular Service Period 3 Perform at every indicated month Every or operating hour intervals one year whichever comes first Engine oil Check level i Check Air cleaner element Check Clean 2 Check Fuel tube Replace if necessary 1 Service more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer unless the own
9. e and allow to dry thoroughly Or clean in high flash point solvent and allow to dry Dip the element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all the excess The engine will smoke during initial start up if too much oil is left in the foam 3 Paper element Tap the element lightly several times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt or blow com pressed air through the filter from the inside out Never try to brush the dirt off brushing will force dirt into the fibers FUEL STRAINER SERVICE FUEL TANK 1 Drain the fuel tank see Page 19 2 Remove the fuel line from the fuel tank 3 Remove the fuel strainer from the fuel tank and FUEL LINE inspect the filter screen Clean the screen with a high flash point solvent if it is dirty 4 Reinstall the fuel strainer and the fuel line on the fuel tank Refill the tank with gasoline and check for leaks SPARK PLUG Standard Plug BPSES BPRSES NGK W16EP U WI6EPR U ND 1 Disconnect the cap and remove the spark plug 2 Visually inspect the plug Discard the plug if it is heavily deposited or if the insulator is cracked or chipped 3 Measure the plug gap with a wire type feeler gauge it should be 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in If adjustment is necessary bend the side electrode carefully 4 sure the sealing washer is in good condition then thread the spark plug in by hand until it seats 5 Use the wrench to tighten a new plug 1 2 tum further to compres
10. e strikes a stone sprinkler head etc be sure the blade blade holder woodruffkey fasten ers crankshaft etc are in good condition before continuing to mow Replace any damaged parts COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ROTO STOP LEVER RECOIL STARTER THROTTLE LEVER SPARK PLUG CAP MUFFLER GRASS BAG HANDLE GRASS BAG SHIFT LEVER CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER AIR CLEANER Type DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 2 HANDLE DISCHARGE GUARD OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG CONTROLS Throttle All types CHOKE HI LO STOP ROTO STOP Lever types To put the cutting blade into operation press the button on top of the ROTO STOP lever and push the lever forward holding it against the handlebar The blade will stop when the ROTO STOP lever is released THROTTLE CONTROL LEVER Drive Clutch Lever Self propelled type propel the mower push the drive clutch lever forward and hold it against the handlebar Release the lever to disengage the drive To propel the mower and operate the cutting blade simultaneously push the button on top of the ROTO STOP lever then push the drive clutch lever forward the drive clutch lever will hold the ROTO STOP lever forward as shown When the drive clutch lever is used to hold the ROTO STOP lever forward releasing the drive clutch lever automatically releases the ROTO STOP lever Shift Lever Self prop
11. elled type Move the shift lever to select slow or fast drive speed Position 1 Slow 0 8 m sec 2 6 ft sec Position 2 Fast 1 0 m sec 3 3 ft sec ROTO STOP LEVER OPERATION This MOWER should be used with the grass bag The following suggestions and rules are intended to help you operate your Honda HRA214 under the safest conditions possible Be alert and exercise the same care using the mower as you would using any other power tool Be especially careful when mowing uneven or rough ground The mower may tilt exposing the blade and hidden objects could be thrown by the blade Keep all four wheels on the ground Use extra care when mowing around objects to keep the blade from striking them Never delibera tely mow over any object Stop the engine immediately if the blade hits an object or the mower Starts to vibrate Remove the spark plug cap keep the wire away from the plug and inspect for damage NOTE Mow across slopes Do not mow excessively steep slopes e Always push never pull a mower with the engine running Control direction by the handle not by foot pressure on the mower housing Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk never run with the mower Don t lag behind the ma chine or let it pull you Self propelled type Do not use the drive clutch when maneuvering around tress etc Release the clutch and push the mower while using the ROTO STOP for better directional control
12. er has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For professional commercial use log hours of operation to detemine proper maintenance intervals 23 ENGINE OIL CHANGE Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and complete draining 1 Remove the filler cap 2 Remove the drain bolt drain the oil and retighten the bolt securely 3 Refill to the Upper level mark with the recom meded oil sep 10 Tighten the cap securely to prevent leakage 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 24 OIL DRAIN BOLT AIR CLEANER SERVICE A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carbu retor To prevent carburetor malfunction service the air cleaner frequently Remove the wing bolts and the air cleaner cover Remove the elements and separate them Carefully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged 2 Foam element Clean in warm soapy water rins
13. nd turn off the fuel valve 16 THROTTLE LEVER Cutting Height Adjustment Five settings are available 1 1 1 2 2 2 1 2 3 1 Stop the engine 2 Push the front and rear adjusting levers toward the wheels and move them up or down to raise or lower cutting height Adjust front and rear wheels to the same height W WARNING Be careful not to touch the muffler when adjusting the right front wheel height The muffler will stay hot for a while after the engine is stopped ADJUSTING LEVER ADJUSTING LEVER Grass Bag The bag is subject to wear under normal usage frequently check for fraying and tears Replace deteriorated bags only with Honda replacement bags or equivalent When the bag needs cleaning wash it with water and make sure it is dry before using it Clogged mesh will result in poor grass chutting and a wet bag will clog quickly Removal 1 Stop the engine 2 Raise the discharge guard grasp the grass bag handle and lift the bag to unhook it from the mower Installation Raise the discharge guard and hook the grass bag frame over the retaining tabs on the mower 18 GRASS BAG GRASS BAG HANDLE TRANSPORTING STORAGE Transporting Preparation for Storage Turn the fuel valve OFF when transporting the The following steps should be taken to protect the mower mower whenever it will be stored for longer than 30 days 1 Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into a
14. ol be sure it s octane rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda There are two types of gasohol one containing ethanol and the other containing methanol Do not use gasohol that con tains more than 10 ethanol Do not use gasoline containing methanol methyl or wood alcohol that does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion in hibitors for methanol Never use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors NOTE Fuel system damage or engine performance prob lems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty Honda cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is as yet incom plete Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station try to find out the fuel contains alcohol if it does confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used If you notice any undesirable operating symptoms while using a gasoline that contains alcohol or one that you think contains alcohol switch to a gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol 12 3 Check the grass bag for fraying tears and clogged mesh Wash the bag with water if necessary and let it dry thoroughly Grass will not chute proper ly without adequate ventilation through the bag Make sure the lock lever is latched securely 4 Check the blade bolts for tightness Torque 5 0 6 0 kg m 36 2 43 4 ft 1b To be certain that
15. roperly gapped 26 2 Dirty air cleaner Engine overheats 1 Spark plug improperly gapped 2 Dirty air cleaner 3 Dirty cooling fins 4 Low oil level 5 Starter pulley clogged by grass etc Excessive vibration 1 Loose blade or engine mounting hardware 2 Blade unbalanced SPECIFICATIONS MODEL HRA214 ENGINE GXV120 Engine type Over head valve single cylinder forced air cooled four stroke gasoline engine Displacement Bore and stroke 118 cm 7 2 cu in 60 X 42 mm 2 4 X 1 7 in Ignition timing 25 27 BTDC Ignition system Transistor magneto ignition Engine oil capacity 0 6 2 0 63 US qt 0 53 Imp qt Fuel tank capacity 1 0 2 0 26 US gal 0 22 Imp gal Spark plug 5 5 BPRSES W16EP U W16EPR U ND FRAME Dimensions type 1 635 565X 1 035 mm 64 4 X 22 2 X 40 7 in Length X Width X Height S XA type 1 660 565 1 035 mm 65 4 X 22 2 X 40 7 in Dry weight type 38 5 kg 84 9 1b S XA type 41 5 kg 91 5 1b Grass bag capacity 73 2 19 3 US gal 16 1 Imp gal Cutting width 530 mm 21 0 in NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notice 3 a WARRANTY SERVICE Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us All Honda warranty details are explained in the Distributor s Limited Warranty Normally any problems concerning the product will be handled by your dealer s service dapartment If you ha
16. rrester from the muffler Taking care not to damage the wire mesh NOTE Check for carbon deposits around the exhaust port and the spark arrester and clean if necessary 3 Install spark arrester on the muffler 4 Install gasket muffler comp identification plate muffler protector and then tighten two 6 mm nuts securely MUFFLER PROTECTOR MUFFLER T CATION PLATE Optional part SPARK ARRESTER Optional part 31 The following adjustments should be performed by an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically proficient 1 Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal operating temperature 2 Place the throttle lever in the position 3 Turn the throttle stop screw in or out to adjust the engine speed to 2000 150 rpm 32 AN THROTTLE STOP SCREW GRASS BAG ASSEMBLY 1 Insert the bag frame into the grass bag as shown 2 Hook the plastic edges of the grass bag onto the frame TROUBLESHOOTING CHART Engine will not start 1 No fuel 2 Throttle lever in STOP position 3 Spark plug wire loose or disconnected 4 Spark plug faulty or improperly gapped p 26 5 Engine flooded p 16 6 Dirty air cleaner Hard starting or loss of power 1 Dirt in gas tank 2 Dirty air cleaner 3 Water in gas tank or carburetor 4 Vent in gas cap and or carburetor clogged Erratic operation 1 Spark plug faulty or imp
17. s and bagging cut grass when equipped with the grass bag Any other use could be dangerous Read and understand the Owner s Manual before operating the mower Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage SPECIFICATIONS 35 RRA VICE GENERAL SAFETY Know how to stop the engine quickly and under stand operation of all the controls Never permit anyone to operate the mower without proper in struction The rear shield is for your protection keep it in place at all times The blade is sharp and dangerous Never put your hands or feet under the mower Never tilt the mower to expose the blade while the engine is running If you find it necessary to work on the blade or mower stop the engine and remove the spark plug cap Never stand in front of self propelled mowers when the engine is running Someone may accid entally engage the drive clutch Keep clear of the discharge opening when the bag is not attached to avoid being hit by a flying object Clear the lawn of sticks stones or debris before mowing Mow only in cleared areas in daylight or good artificial light Protect yourself by wearing long trousers and appropriate shoes Don t wear loose fitting clothing or sandals when mowing Keep children and pets away from the mower at all times If the blad
18. s the washer If you are reusing the plug it should only take 1 8 1 4 turn after the plug seats 6 Replace the spark plug cap 26 0 6 0 7 mm 0 024 0 028 in A BLADE REMOVAL SHARPENING Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent acciden tal start up 1 Turn the fuel valve to OFF and drain the carburetor see 19 2 Tilt the mower so the carburetor side is up Remove the blade bolts to remove the blade NOTE Never tilt the mower so the carburetor side is down It will result in hard starting 3 Sharpen the blade cutting edges with a file File the top side only Maintain the original bevel for a fine cutting edge File both ends evenly to main tain blade balance l NOTE Use only a genuine HONDA replacement blade or equivalent 4 Clean away any dirt and grass from around the blade shaft 5 Install the blade so that the blade bolts are securely tightened with specified torque Torque 5 0 6 0 kg m 36 2 43 4 ft 1b BLADE BOLTS 27 THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT 1 With the throttle lever in the CHOKE position the carburetor choke arm should move all the way to the right as far as it will go Push the choke arm with your finger to check whether it is all the way to the right 2 If adjustment is necessary loosen the control cable lock nuts and move the adjuster up or down as required Tighten the lock
19. suitable gasoline container A Disconnect the fuel tube from the carburetor and drain the fuel tank FUEL VALVE To avoid fuel and oil spillage do not tilt the unit spilled fuel may ignite 19 Loosen the carburetor drain bolt to drain the carburetor Retighten the drain bolt connect the fuel tube and turn the fuel valve OFF Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area 2 Change the engine 24 NOTE If the mower will be stored for longer than a year remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoonsful of clean motor oil into the cylinder Pull the starter slowly two or three times to distribute the oil Replace the plug 20 CYLINDER 3 4 Pull the starter rope until resistance is felt This closes the valves and helps to protect the com bustion chamber from corrosion Coat areas that may rust with a light film of oil Cover the mower and store it on a level surface in a dry dust free area Removal from Storage 1 3 4 Remove the spark plug check that it is clean and properly gapped p 26 Pull the starter rope several times Thread the spark plug in as far as possible by hand then use the plug wrench to tighten 1 8 to 1 4 tum further Check the engine oil level and condition Fill the fuel tank and start the engine NOTE If the cylinder was coate
20. ve a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction we suggest you take the following action Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management Often complaints be quickly resolved at that level If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager If your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact the Power Equipment Customer Relations Department of American Honda Motor Co Inc American Honda Motor Co Inc Power Equipment Customer Relations Department P O Box 50 Gardena California 90247 0805 Telephone 213 604 2400 We will need the following information in order to assist you Your name address and telephone number Product model and serial number Date of purchase Dealer name and address Nature of the problem After reviewing all the facts involved you will be advised of what action can be taken Please bear in mind that your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership using the dealer s facilities equipment and personnel so it is very important that your initial contact be with the dealer Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co Inc We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase 36 31VA4020 Kinko s 50 2003 08
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