Honda H3011H User's Manual
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1. 42 Stopping the engine ieueesuccasu2dtbun Kn pA EAE dU SON PI EUCEbrA a ASI da daas ca 43 High altitude operation 2 2022 4 44 TRANSPORTING MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 2 47 Engine oil change 48 Air cleaner ervi e 49 Spark plug Service S 50 Recommended spark plug 50 Battery SOrVIGB 52 Drive clutch inspection H3011 only Manual Transmission 54 Wheel removal RDUM 55 Cutter deck removal T TT TT 56 Blade belt adjustment replacement 58 Primary belt replacement 60 Blade bolt tightness Blade replacement 61 arrester maintenance aane 63 Fuse replacement OQ m 64 STORAGE Preparation for storage 65 Removal from storage 67 TROUBLESHOOTING SPECIFICATIONS WIRING DIAGRAM WARRANTY SERVICE 1 SAFETY INFORMATION Read all safety instructions before you ridel H3011 only2. 15 Parking brake lever and warning buzzer 16 Transmission release lever 18 PRE OPERATION CHE COOLING AIR INTAKE 19 ENGINE OIL 20 FOEL 21 Fuel recommendation T 21 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL 23 AIR CLEANER 24 BATTERI c 25 TRANSMISSION OIL 26 TRANSMISSION FLUID 4 27 ORATE 27 PRIMARY BELT AND BLADE BELT 28 TIRES e D E 29 CUTTER DECK seus 29 BLADE Mec 30 SAFETY SWITCH acexexcezettnnssss c auau Us Fake FEFESERREUPERZETraP EERERWIRa GE 32 SEAT ADJUSTMENT 32 Starting the engine 26 33 MONNI m 36 RAO HOS cirerer Edad ME 36 Starting the riding mower esses menn nnns enean 38 CUTTING SEU CU NUM nea 40 men T 42 Uphill starting procedure
3. 2 Instali a new blade onto the shaft and secure it with the blade boit 12 x 25 mm bolts blade washer spring washers and blade 12 x 25 mm BOLTS 2 He INSIDE MARK SPRING WASHERS 2 4 BLADE BOLT BLADE WASHER BLADE BLADE HOLDER Be sure the blade is properly aligned with the blade holder before tightening the blade bolt Do not allow the blade to overlap the edge of the holder Install the blade with the lift section of the blade toward the cutter deck as shown install the washer with the side marked INSIDE facing the blade The blade boit and washer are specially designed for this applica tion and must not be replaced with any other bolt or washer 3 Hotd the blade firmly and use a torque wrench to check that the blade bolt is properly tightened Blade tightening torque 5 0 kg m 36 2 ft lb 12 x 25 mm bolt tightening torque 8 5 kg m 161 5 ft lb 62 Spark arrester maintenance optional part A WARNING The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after the engine stops Be careful not to touch the muffler while it is hot Allow it to cool before proceeding The spark arrester must be serviced every 100 hours to maintain its efficiency 1 Remove the four 6 mm bolts and 8 mm bolt that hold the shift lever guide stay and then remove the stay and collar 2 Remove the two 6 mm bolts from the exhaust pipe tip Remove the ex
4. NORMAL MOWING HEAVY SHIFT LEVER H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission Release the parking brake and slowly move the shift lever to the desired mowing speed IMPORTANT NOTICE When operating the riding mower on rough or uneven terrain select a mowing speed that will give you safe ground speed while the engine is running at full throttfe 39 Cutting patterns These cutting patterns are only recommended for a flat level lawn surface n a small area First make 2 or 3 turns in a clockwise direction then turn around and continue cutting in the reverse direction e n a large area The first round of cuts is the key to making a neat finish First make 2 or 3 turns in a clockwise direction As you reach the center of the area turn to the right and continue cutting in the reverse direction until you have finished the upper half of the area Cut the grass in the remaining half in a counterclockwise direction 40 a Mowing on unsquare areas If your mowing area is not square or four sided divide the area into several blocks so you can mow in a neat mowing pattern Overlapping in straight a ways Be sure that each mowing lane overlaps sufficiently The recommended overlap width is between 102 152 mm 4 6 in or approximately the width of one of the mower s front tires 102 152 mm 4 6 in Overlapping in curves and turns When cutting in curves and turn
5. Optional part B Blade install upside down 62i k blade installation see page 62 Blade does not rotate or stop 1 Blade belt worn or broken Replace with new belt see page 59 2 P T O lever malfunction See your authorized Honda riding mower dealer Deep cutting 1 Cutting height too low Raise cutter deck height 2 Turning speed fast Lower turning speed 3 Uneven surface Change cutting pattern 4 Rough and uneven surface Adjust with height adjuster see page 13 Mowing load is too heavy and lowers the mower speed 1 Low engine rpm Open throttle fully 2 Mower speed too fast Lower mower speed 3 Mower catches wood block Remove any foreign objects stone etc 71 10 SPECIFICATIONS MODEL Description Code ENGINE Model Type Displacement Bore and stroke Ignition timing Ignition system Cooling system Engine oil capacity Spark plug FRAME Dimensions Length x VVidth x Height Wheel tread Front Rear Wheel base Cutting width Cutting height Dry weight Tire size Air pressure Gear selections Travel speed 3 300 rpm First Second Third Fourth Fifth Reverse Fuei tank capacity Battery GXV3A0Ki 4 stroke overhead valve 1 cylinder 337 cm 20 6 cu in 82 x 64 mm 3 2 x 2 5 in 20 BTDC Transistorized magneto Forced air 1 1 2 1 2 US 1 0 Imp at
6. 2 Slowly move the shift lever to the desired speed range Moving the shift lever too quickly while starting uphill may cause the mower to tip over Always move the shift lever slowly and gradually 42 Stopping the engine in an emergency 1 Turn the engine switch OFF and depress the foot brake 2 Set the parking brake n normal use 1 Move the P T O lever to OFF Disengaged ON Engaged OFF iDisengaged 21 Move the shift lever to the Neutral position 3 Set the parking brake 4 Turn the engine switch OFF 5 Turn the fuel valve OFF 6 Remove the engine switch key High Altitude Operation At high altitude the standard carburetor air fuel mixture will be too rich Performance will decrease and fuel consumption will increase very rich fuel mixture may also foul the spark plugs and cause hard starting 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 6 000 feet above sea level have an authorized Honda riding mower dealer perform this carbu retor modification Even with carburetor modification engine horsepower Il decrease about 3 5 for each 1 000 feet increase in altitude The effect of altitude horsepower will be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made When the carburetor is modified for good hi
7. Remove the two iock pins and washers from the right and left front deck arms then remove the front deck arms from the frame body one lock pin for each front deck arm NOTE Mark each front deck arm left and right to ensure proper posi tion at reassembly Incorrect reassembly of the front deck arms may cause uneven cutter deck height on the left and right sides 6 Remove the deck belt from the drive pulley on the underside of the transmission 7 Disengage the cutter deck from the rear deck arms by moving it from side to side 8 Set the deck height adjusting lever in the fully up position and turn the steering wheel all the way to the left Remove the cutter deck from the right side Be careful not to catch the cutter deck on the brake and shift rod When the cutter deck is removed the return spring will cause the deck height adjusting lever to snap upward when the release button is pressed Hold the lever firmly and carefully return it to the UPPER position after removing the deck SHIFT ROD BRAKE ROD Installation is the reverse order of removal 57 Blade adjustment replacement Never attempt to change a belt while the engine ts running Remove the engine key from the ignition and disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent accidental start up Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when replacing belts or when working with the cutter blade Adjustment 1 Set the steering wh
8. haust pipe tip spark arrester and gasket be careful not do damage the spark arrester screen 3 Use a wire brush to remove carbon deposits from the spark arrester screen NOTE Inspect the spark arrester screen for holes or tears Replace it if it is damaged 4 Reinstall all parts in the reverse order of removal GASKET 63 Fuse replacement The 5 main fuse is located near the battery on the positive terminal When frequent fuse failure occurs it usually indicates a short circuit or an overload in the electrical system See your authorized Honda riding mower dealer for repair To replace fuse pull the old fuse out of the clips with your finger Push a new fuse into the clips 5 A MAIN FUSE IMPORTANT NOTICE Never use fuse with a different rating from that specified Serious damage to the electrical system a fire may result Turn the engine switch OFF and remove the key before checking or replac ing fuses to prevent accidental short circuiting 64 8 STORAGE Preparation for storage The engine becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping Allow the engine to cool before storing Contact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires Let the engine cool before storing The following steps should be taken to protect the riding mower whenever it wili be stored for longer than 30 days 1 Drain all gasoline from the fuel tank into an a
9. 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 3 5 in 178 kg 400 15 Front 11x 4 00 5 Rear 16x 6 50 8 Front 1 0 kg cm 14 psi Rear 0 7 kg cm 10 psi Transport Mowing and Reverse 5 3 km h 3 3 mile h 7 6 km h 4 7 mile h 2 7 km h 1 7 mile h 2 5 0 66 US gal 0 55 Imp gal 12V22AH NOTE Specifications are subject to change without notice 73 ve FEGULLTOR RECTIFIER 13 Taam uti F i F ur NENNEN 11 Tee i MELTREL E72 ea le 2 FTO CLUTCH SWITES if MITCH LI Cae Low att Pee Ser Tos 3HZBKIMZ COME NA TW TINGS TIN SATS COW OODE LLOEH Lb WVYOVIO GL 2 m F me F LL D sud L EI LIT BRAKE W m DOMEIN TION PONTSMIRT Y REGLL GT FIER COMIMATIDM AL LAY SF FT NBI TM LE N ELM D TIE di VR KK CL CHARGE cco ae MEUERAL Swit E HLLOEH 12 WARRANTY SERVICE Owner Satisfaction Your satisfaction and goodwili 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 department If you have a warranty prob
10. adjustment mark follow the ad justment procedure on page 58 adjust the belt tension PRIMARY BELT HLADE BELT SIDE EDGE ADJUSTMENT MARK 28 i el TIRES IMPORTANT NOTICE Overinflation can cause premature tire failure Inflate the tires to manufacture s recommended tire pressure Check the tire pressure with an air pressure gauge Pressure Front 1 0 kg cm 14 psi Rear 0 7 kg cm 10 psi CUTTER DECK Prior to using the riding mower be sure to check that dirt mud and grass are not built up in the cutter deck For cleaning refer to pages 66 67 POWER TAKE OFF P T O LEVER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER 29 CUTTER DECK BLADE Before each use check the cutter blade for damage or excessive wear WARNING To avoid injury remove the engine switch key and disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent accidental starting wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the cutter blade 1 Move the P T O lever to the OFF disengaged position and raise the cutter deck height adjusting lever to the highest position 2 Inspect the blade for cracks bending or wear The right blade can be seen through the discharge opening on the right side of the cutter deck The left blade can be seen under the left side of the cutter deck NOTE When using the optional grass catcher kit remove the middle chute and inspect the blade by looking through the lower chute D
11. from the in side Do not try to brush off dirt Brushing will force dirt into the fibers AIR CLEANER COVER WiNG NUTS PAPER ELEMENT FOAM ELEMENT 49 Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug BPR5ES W G6EPR U ND Touching a hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns Let the engine cool before performing maintenance IMPORTANT NOTICE Spark plugs of the wrong heat range can cause engine damage good performance the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits 1 Raise the rear body 2 Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove any dirt from around the spark plug area 3 Remove the spark plug using a spark plug wrench N H SPARK PLUG CAP 4 Visually tnspect the spark plug Discard the spark plug if the electrodes are worn or if the insulator is cracked or chipped Clean the spark plug with a wire brush if it is to be reused 5 Measure the spark plug gap with a feeler gauge The gap should be 0 7 0 8 mm 0 028 0 031 in Correct the gap as necessary by carefully bending the side electrode SPARK PLUG WRENCH 0 7 0 8 mm 10 028 0 031 in SIDE ELECTRODE 50 6 Install the spark plug carefully by hand to avoid cross threading 7 After the spark plug 15 seated tighten with a spark plug wrench to com press the washer IMPORTANT NOTICE Loose spark plug can get hot enough to damage the
12. instruc tions see page 33 NOTE If the cylinder was coated with oil the engine wii initially smoke at start up this 15 normal 67 9 TROUBLESHOOTING Engine fails to start 1 No fuel Add fuel 2 Shift lever in gear Position shift lever in NEUTRAL P T O lever engaged Position blade P T O lever in only DISENGAGE Hydrostatic Transmission Parking brake not set Set the parking brake Seat switch is not depressed Sit in seat Spark plug faulty or Regap plug or replace see page 501 improperly gapped Spark plug wire loose Check spark plug wire or disconnected Fuel not reaching Check the positio of the fuel vale carburetor see If hat s not the pro blem see your authorized HONDA riding mower dealer 9 Discharged battery Charge battery or retighten terminal loose terminal see page 53 10 Blown fuse 7 Replace fuse seepage 64 Riding mower does not move or clutch does not engage properly when the transmission is shifted into gear H3011 only 1 Faulty clutch assy See your authorized HONDA riding mower dealer 2 Transmission does not See your authorized HONDA riding o fhift gear riding movver dealer Abnormal clutch engage See your authorized HONDA riding ment mower dealer
13. resulting in poor cut quality 36 Always engage the P T O before selecting the desired mowing speed to avoid leaving uncut grass Engaging the P T O in uncut grass may cause the engine to stall Mow at full throttle with the transmission in the desired mowing speed for the best cut quality and performance Mowing in a medium or low throttle setting will affect the performance and cut quality After selecting the desired mowing speed you should remain in that range when mowing for the best results Avoid making raptd mowing speed changes from slow to fast when mowing this will affect cut quality Avoid shifting to the transport range when mowing Mowing in the transport range is not recommended as this will affect cut quality Transport range should only be used to drive to and from the mowing area If the lawn is thick lush or uneven lower the mowing speed raise the cutter deck and cut a narrower swath If the lawn has grown too tall lower the mowing speed raise the cutter deck height and mow twice first at a high cutter deck setting then at the desired height For a finish trim cut lower the mowing speed and mow the lawn counterclockwise around trees post flower beds sprinklers and other obstacles An adjustment of the cutter deck may be required if the grass does not cut properly Have the cutter deck height inspected and adjusted by an authorized Honda riding mower dealer First verify the deck is clean an
14. seat with the parking brake set the engine switch and the shift lever moved from the position To prevent operating riding mower with the parking brake set a delayed engine cutoff is interlinked with the warning buzzer The engine will stop within a few seconds if the parking brake is not released When washing the riding mower do not spray water directly into the warning buzzer holes WARNING BUZZER LEVER SET BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER 17 Transmission release lever This lever is used when it becomes necessary to push or move the riding mower manually Operating the transmission release lever while on a slope or hill could result in a loss of control causing serious injury or equipment damage IMPORTANT NOTICE Operating the transmission release lever while the engine is running could cause transmission damage To operate the transmission release lever 1 Stop the engine and apply the parking brake 2 Place the shift lever in the NEUTRAL position 3 Move the transmission release lever down to the lower groove red dot and lock it in place 4 Release the parking brake carefully IMPORTANT NOTICE Towing or pushing the riding mower with another vehicle will damage the transmission If the riding mower becomes inoperable due to transmission failure trailer ing the mower to the place of repair is recommended GREEN DOT iEngagedi RED DOT IReleasadi TRANSMISSION RELE
15. ASE LEVER 18 4 PRE OPERATION CHECKS Following the procedures below and check all of the following items before each use 1 Park the riding mower on a level surface 2 Place the shift lever in the neutral position and set the park brake 3 Disconnect the spark plug cap and remove the engine switch key to prevent accidental engine start up If the engine is started accidentally while you are performing the pre operation checks moving parts may cause serious injury COOLING AIR INTAKE Make sure the cooling air intake screens are clean IMPORTANT NOTICE If the cooling air intake screens are blocked the engine may overheat COOLING AIR INTAKE SCREENS 19 ENGINE OIL IMPORTANT NOTICE Running the engine with low oil level will cause serious engine damage 1 Place the riding mower on a level surface 2 Lift the rear body wipe dust and dirt from around the oil filler cap remove the cap and wipe the dipstick clean 3 insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck but do not screw it in 4 If the level is low add the recommended oil to the upper mark on the dipstick Use high detergent premiun quality 4 stroke engine oil certified to meet or exceed U S automobile manufacturer s requirements for API Service Classification SG SF CC CD IMPORTANT NOTICE Using nondetergent oil or 2 stroke engine oil could shorten the engine s service life SAE 10W 30 is recommended for general ail te
16. BPR5ES NGK WIGEPR U ND 1 550 x 1 070 x 1 000 mm 61 0 x 42 1 x 39 4 in 5 0 mm 22 4 in 660 mm 26 0 1 109 mm 43 3 760 mm 30 0 25 5 38 51 63 76 89 mm 1 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 3 5 in 162 kg 364 ib Front 11x 4 00 5 Rear 16 6 50 8 Front 1 0 kg cm 14 psi Hear 0 7 kg cm 10 psi 5 Forward 1 Reverse 4 km h 1 5 mile h km h 2 3 mile h km h 3 5 mile h km h 4 3 mije h km h 4 9 mile h km h 41 7 mile h 2 5 f 0 66 US gal 0 55 imp 12V22AH 2 4 3 5 7 0 7 9 2 8 NOTE Specifications are subiect to change without notice 72 Description Code ENGINE Model Type Displacement Bore and stroke Ignition timing Ignition system Cooling system Engine oil capacity Spark plug FRAME Dimensions Length x Width x Height Wheel tread Front Rear Wheel base Cutting width Cutting height Dry weight Tire size Air pressure Speed position Travel speed 3 300 rpm Mowing range Transport range Reverse range Fuel tank capacity Battery H3011H MZAJ GXV340K 4 stroke overhead valve 1 cylinder 337 cm 20 6 cu 82 x 64 mm 3 2 x 2 5 in 20 BTDC Transistorized magneto Forced air 1 1 1 2 US at 1 0 Imp qt 5 WT1G6EPR U ND 1 545 x 1 050 x 1 000 mm 60 8 x 41 3 x 39 4 570 mm 22 4 in 660 mm 26 0 1 100 mm 43 3 in 760 mm 30 0 in 25 5 38 51 63 76 89 mm 1
17. HONDA Power Equipment Owner s Manual Riding Mower H3011 H3011H Click here to save this manual to your computer ERR LLL LLL MM E 0 L THY LLL LLL LLILL 4 LL 1111 1989 Honda Motor LTD All Rights Reserved EN Thank you for purchasing Honda riding mower This manual describes operation and maintenance of the Honda H3011 manual transmission and H3011H hydrostatic transmission riding mower type SA and HSA Information in this manual is based on the H3011SA model with Mechanical Auto clutch Transmission MAT except as noted The noted areas apply to the H3011HSA model with Hydrostatic Transmission HST All information in this manual is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing Honda Motor Co Ltd reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission This manual is considered a permanent part of the riding mower and it must stay with the riding mower if resold You can purchase an optional U S D A qualified spark arrester for this product from your authorized Honda Power Equipment dealer Spark ar resters are required in some areas check local laws and regulations before operating this Honda product READ THIS OWNER S MANUAL CA
18. ION STARTING ENGINE DPLRATING 10 OFF PARKING Sak GHO TO FAAS AIS SEIN RELEASE THI FOG Li IN I EME TRANSAS SHIFT 3 MOV LEUER LVE MMA RANTS oti PARI 4 Bs IIIS k d START xy PEUPLE LEDINE 10 WAR STOPPING ENGINE HANTIIF 1 MOE PID IETIR TD 5 PARKING BRO 3 WAN TRS RFT IE DFF AWARNING GASOLINE 15 FLAMMABLE ENGINE AVOID HEAT SPARKS AND OPEN FLAME WHEN REFUELING A WARNING SLAF H AYT GLOVER POTEET TOUR HANDS REEF HAMDS FROM BETWEEN THE FRE TEMSIEMER HACH AMD CAUSE HANU INIURT da CAUTION TO PRETENT DAMAGE 10 THE FULLEYS U A3 THE TMAFT MEAD OF PuLLET FRY WATATOwU RELF EET ARAT TH HERE AHG THE TORRE AW SLOWLY SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety of others pay special attention to these precautions Operator Responsibility Keep the riding mower in good operating condition Operating a riding mower in poor or questionable condition could result in serious injury Be sure ali safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in
19. ISCHARGE COVER RIGHT BLADE View whan fitted with the grass hag optional part 30 4 f the blade shows signs of damage or excessive wear more thorough inspection is necessary isee page rn cutter deck removal A duli blade can sharpened but a blade that is worn out bent cracked or otherwise damaged must be replaced f a blade needs sharpening or replacement take the cutter deck to your authorized Honda riding mower dealer Or if you have the proper tools you can remove and install the blade yourself WORN m EXCESSIVELY CRACKED A WARNING Broken piece thrown from a worn or damaged blade can cause serious injury Always inspect the blade before using the mower IMPORTANT NOTICE Use a genuine Honda replacement blade or equivalent To reduce the possibility of weakening the blade or causing imbalance or poor cutting performance sharpening should be performed by an authorized Honda riding mower dealer 31 SAFETY SWITCH Before performing these inspections remove the spark plug cap 1 P T O switch inspection With the shift lever in the N Neutral position set the P T O lever in the ON Engaged position Check that the starter motor is not started when the engine switch is turned to the START position Return the P T O lever to the OFF Disengaged position 2 Neutral switch inspection e With the P T O lever in the OFF Disengaged position move
20. Manual Transmission DANGER WARNING Lh OF ALL DPEAATQOR ONLY PEOPLE AND PETS OPERATION FUBLIC STREETS OF HIGHWAYS 15 ILLEGAL MOWER THW 15 MOWING CLEAR LAWN OF ALL STICKS AND OTHER DEBE B KEEF PEOPLE ANG PEIS AWAY aveiD TIPOVERS BBEDUCE WHEN TURNE DR DANGER DPERATING ON ELUOPES MAXUM OPERATING 10 DEGREE uu MWER BLADE IN JURY M STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING GAASS QR CLEANS CHSCHARGE CHUTE EE E OPERATING Tee PIr LEVER HI OFF 1 prts pens AND SH T 2 TELA SAC RT SIME I ASIA TIS SIUM T 12 Ue Be LER i TOMER AL EYL r LIAL fi START AUGEINE H M i Ni urn KIY 1 VEER AGE LIANI E PEE EGINE LLL GFE zh SHEET LEWIIL TI TU GURE DOWN BEFORE TART AG WEAVER LAGI H k Np EELEE VFR 1 AME t i POR Pm 1 qs HU RET GFF HE 900 cm A WARNING GASOLINE 15 FLAMMABLE STOP ENGINE AVOID HEAT SPARKS AND OPEN FLAME WHEN REFUELING STOP THE ENGIME IF PARKING BRAKE 15 NOT AEL EASED BERL ACID Ol THE BLADE BELT FLOW OTR MAMURL 4a WARNING HEAVY FROTECT HEEF HANDE F
21. N FLUID ONLY IMPORTANT NOTICE The use of any TRANSMISSION FLUID RESERVOIR other type of hydrostatic fluid or transmission fluid will drastically reduce the transmission s perfor SY mance To avoid damaging the uPPER transmission use only HONDA HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID BRAKE Inspect brake lining condition every time the riding mower is used Firmly set the parking brake and then check the position of the brake wear indicator If the indicator is near the wear limit take the riding mower to an authorized Honda riding mower dealer for repair IMPORTANT NOTICE Under no circumstances should the riding mower be operated if the brake lining is at or past the service limit PARKING BRAKE LEVER BRAKE WEAR INDICATOR WM EAR unit Sei SS POINT 27 PRIMARY BELT AND BLADE BELT Wear or damage 1 Move the P T O lever to the OFF Disengaged position 2 Lower the cutter deck as far as it will go with the cutter deck height ad justing lever 3 Inspect both belts for wear and damage If the belts are worn or damag ed replace them according to the instructions 59 and 60 iM Blade belt tension 1 Move the P T O lever to the ON Engaged position 2 Lower the cutter deck as far as it will go with the cutter deck height ad justing lever 3 Visually inspect the outside edge position of the tensioner arm If the outside edge of the arm reaches the
22. OKE is for starting a cold engine START CHOKE t FAST Du 1 THROTTLE Te J LEVER 12 Cutter deck height adjusting lever This lever is used to raise and lower the cutter deck To adjust the cutting height squeeze the handle lock and then press in and hold the set button Raise or lower the lever until the desired cutting height appears on the in dicator At that point release the set button and the handle lock Be sure the handle lock returns to its normal position when released Cutting height 1 0 1 5 2 0 2 5 3 0 3 5 in Approx IMPORTANT NOTICE To avoid damage to the cutter deck always raise fully when driving the riding mower to and from the mowing area this provides maximum ground clearance To avoid damaging or disabling the handle locking mechanism never attempt to screw the adjusting lever s set button in or out CUT HEIGHT INDICATOR SET BUTTON TM t em CUTTEH DECK HEIGHT NN LEVER Shift lever H3011 only Manual Transmission This lever is used to select one of the five forward speeds neutral or reverse drive clutch automatically disengages while the lever is being moved Fhe clutch will then engage automatically when put into gear unless the brake pedal 15 depressed Do not operate the shift lever on a slope LOCK Bring the riding mower to a complete stop before shifting from a forward speed to reverse or from reverse to a forward speed Shif
23. REFULLY Pay special attention to these symbols and any instructions that follow ndicates severe personal injury or death WILL result if instructions are not followed EI Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal in jury or death if instructions are not followed indicates a possibility of personal injury or equip ment damage if instructions are not followed Indicates that equipment or property damage can result if instructions are not followed NOTE Gives helpful information Honda riding mowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions Operating this riding mower requires special effort on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others Using this product for a purpose not intended may cause injury or property damage Use only for mowing cutting grass and for bagging cut grass when equipped with an optional grass catcher Read and understand this Owner s Manual before operating the riding mower If a problem should arise or if you have any questions about your riding mower consult an authorized Honda riding mower dealer HONDA MOTOR CO LTD 1989 ALL RIGHTS RESERVED 5 Engine te PH 12 Throttle lever 12 Cutter deck height adiusting lever 13 SEE OW OE andres sorte oa paca ce es OTT 13 Power Take Off lever 14 sibi 5
24. ROM THI 1 THE PULLEY COVLD FAAP AMD CAUSE HAND a CAUTION PRENENT TH GRATE THE HEAO PEALE Pagar AND TENSE Read safety instructions before you ride H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission DANGER OBJECTS BE THAN FROM THE MBEFORE Mowing CLEAR LANH OF ALL DEBS PEOPLE AND PETS AWAY SURE GUARD DOWN BEFORE STARTING DANGER AVOID BURNS da CAUTION PREVENT BCR PRAK BRAKE BUZZER DCEDNMTIMERJSELY B AOKLATED EMGINE CUTOFF WILL STOP THE EMGNE F PARKI NOT REL EAZED DANGER FOTATING BLAUE HANDS AMD FEET ARAT FRG BOWER Di5CHANIZE Gain WiELE Te EIPLAL NZ IMEPECTINE ADJUSTING THE BLADE BELT FOLLOW PROCEDURE O WNEN E A WARNING OPERATOR PASSENGERS BOPERATM M PUBLIC STREETS OF HIGHWATS 15 ILLEGAL STICKS ROCKS AND OTHER DEBRIS PEOPLE AMD PETS AWAT TIPOWERS BREDUCE SPEED WHEN TURNING OR OPERATING ON SLOPES SAFE OPERATING ANGLE 15 li DEGREES imr MOWER BLADE CAUSE INJURY ENGINE BLFOHE H ICNTNG GEASS OR CLEANING DESCHAROE CHUTE OPERAT
25. Riding mower does not move or cannot drive fast when setting the shift lever travel range H3011H only 1 Transmission release Set in upper position lever set to lower position 2 Riding mower does not See your authorized HONDA riding move or cannot drive fast mover dealer Engine loses power 1 Dirty air cleaner elements Clean or replace elements see page 49 2 Spark plug faulty or Hegap plug or replace see page 50 improperly Gapped 3 Engine overloaded Shift to lower speed 4 Clogged spark arrester Clean spark arrester see page 63 68 Engine overheats 1 Cooling air intake plugged Clean cooling air intake see page 19 9 2 Engine overloaded Shift to lower speed 3 Low engine oil level Fill with recommended oil see page 20 4 Spark plug improperly Regap plug replace 5 50 gapped 5 Cooling fan damage See your authorized HONDA riding mower dealer Oil consumption 1 Incorrect oil e 3e specified viscosity oil see page 21 2 Oil leaks Check for oil leaks from drain bolt see 20 3 Worn piston ring etc See your authorized HONDA mower dealer Erratic operation 1 Dirty fuel See your authorized HONDA riding mower
26. a riding steering system mower dealer Uneven mowing 1 Riding mower speed too fast Shift to lower speed 2 Grass accumulation Clean inside deck see page 67 inside deck 3 Dull blade Replace blade or see your authorized Honda riding mower dealer 4 Tires improperly inflated Check tire inflation see page 291 5 Mower not level Check cutter deck mounting See your authorized Honda riding mover dealer Wrong cutter deck height Change to proper height 7 Chute clogged if equipped Empty grass bag and chute with optional grass bag 8 Lawn wet Allow to dry before cutting 70 PEA immi Clogged cutter deck discharge chute 1 Wrong blade Use a genuine Honda blade or equivalent 2 Deck too law Raise deck and adjust deck height properly 3 Engine overloaded Operate at full throttle Use lower speed range Set cutter deck higher than desired height for first pass then cut to desired height on second pass 4 Wet lavvn Mow when lawn is dry 5 Lawn too tall Set cutter deck higher than desired height for first pass then cut to desired height on second pass 6 Low engine rpm Open throttle fully 7 Grass bags full Empty grass bags
27. ane rating 86 or higher If spark knock metallic rapping noise or persistent pinging occurs at a steady engine speed under normal load change brands of gasoline if spark knock or pinging persists see an authorized Honda riding mower dealer 21 IMPORTANT NOTICE Running the engine with persistent spark knock pinging can cause engine damage Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging is considered misuse and the Distributar s Limited Warranty does not cover parts damaged by misuse Occasionally you may hear light spark knock while operating under heavy loads This is no cause for concern It simply means your engine is operating efficiently We recommend unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the exhaust system life Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil gasoline mixture Avoid getting dirt or water the fuel tank 22 GASOLINES CONTAINING ALCOHOL If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol gasohol be sure its rating is at least as high as that recommended by Honda see Fuel Recom mendation on page 21 There are two types of gasohol one containing ethanol and the other containing methanol Using gasohol that contains more than 10 ethanol or gasoline containing methanol methyl or wood alcohol that does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol can cause serious fuel system damage an
28. ansmission ail Chack lavel Transmission fluid Check level H3011H only Brake and clutch fastners tightness Parking brake Spark plug Check Clean Spark arrester Clean Drive clutch Adi Fuel tank and filter Front axle line 21 if necessary Engine fins and shroud Clean J NOTE 1 Service the air cleaner more frequently when used in dusty areas 2 These items should be serviced by an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has proper tools and is mechanically proficient See the Honda Shop Manual 3 For profassional commercial usa lang hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals 4 Must be serviced an authorized Honda riding mower dealer 47 Engine Oil Change Drain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapid and complete draining NOTE Used motor oil may cause skin oanoer 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 Remove the cutter deck see pages 56 57 Raise the rear body Remove the oil filler cap and the drain plug and drain the oil into Suitable container Retighten the drain plug securely Clean off the oil around the drain plug Refill to the upper level mark on the
29. d poor engine performance Never use gasoline containing more than 5 methanol even if it has cosalvents and corrosion inhibitors Honda cannot endorse the use of fuels containing methanol since evidence of their suitability is as yet incomplete NOTE Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain alcohol is not covered under the warranty Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station first determine if the fuel contains alcohol if it does find out the type and percentage of alcohol used NOTE 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 23 AIR CLEANER Check that the air cleaner elements are clean and in good condition dir ty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the carburetor reducing engine perfor mance damaged air cleaner will allow dirt to enter the engine causing rapid engine wear 1 Raise the rear body and remove the two wing nuts to remove the air cleaner cover and air cleaner elements 2 Inspect the air cleaner elements Clean or replace the cleaner if necessary If the air cleaner elements need cleaning follow the pro cedure described 49 3 Reinstall the air cleaner elements and air cleaner cover Tighten the wing nuts securely IMPORTANT NOTICE Operating the engine without an ai
30. d the blades are in good condition If mowing on a sloping surface always drive up and down the face of the grade Never turn around or drive across the face of the slope this may cause the mower to tip over To prevent tipping or loss of control always reduce the ground speed and exercise extreme caution when operating on slopes and uneven surfaces 37 Starting the riding mower Be sure the mowing area is clear of people pets and other obstactes before mowing 1 Set the cutter deck height adjusting lever to the desired cutting height SET BUTTON CUTTER DECK HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER 2 Move the throttle lever to the FAST position NOTE For best cut quality and performance always use full throttle Use the shift lever to select the desired mowing speed range 38 3 Move the P T O lever to the ON Engaged position Engaged OFF Disengaged 4 H3011 only Manual Transmission Move the shift lever to select the desired gear position The clutch will engage automatically in about one second IMPORTANT NOTICE f clutch engagement occurs immediately or takes longer than one second have the riding mower serviced by your authoriz ed HONDA riding mower dealer A WARNING Be sure the area behind the mower is clear of people pets and other obstacles before backing up Operate the mower at low speed until you become familiar with all of its operating characteristics TRANSPORT 4
31. d under stand the SAFETY INSTRUCTION on pages 4 7 IMPORTANT NOTICE awara of rocks roots holes and hidden hazards in the terrain Un sean hazards may cause loss of control or damage the riding mower In tall grass first mow with the cutter deck fully raised 3 1 2 this wiil help expose any hidden obstacles When you are sure the area is com pletely cleared re mow at the desired height if the riding mower should accidentally gets caught by an unseen ob ject holes roots or rocks do not try to ride over the obstruction or turn the steering wheel to free the mower This wifi damage the steer ing mechanism or cutter deck Operating the riding mower near the edge of a ditch or an embankment could cause the mower to tip or roll over Avoid sharp turns or sudden stops on sioping surfaces Avoid backing down or rapid acceleration on sloping surfaces Both of which could cause loss of control Stop the engine before removing the grass bags or cleaning the discharge chute Empty the grass bags after use to avoid creating a fire hazard when the riding mower is stored Mowing tips For good mowing conditions the grass should not be wet but the ground should be damp to control dust If dust is a problem water the lawn the day before mowing allowing the grass to dry while the ground remains moist Always allow the grass to dry before cutting Cutting wet grass will cause the cutter deck or the discharge to clog
32. dealer 2 Dirty air cleaner elements Clean air cleaner elements see page 49 3 Spark plug faulty or Regap plug or replace see page 50 improperly gapped Excessive vibration 1 Loose blade or engine Retighten blade bolts or engine moun mounting hardware ting hardware 2 Blade damaged or out of Replace blade or see your authorized balance HONDA riding mower dealer 3 Belt damaged Replace belt 4 Each pulley damaged See your authorized HONDA riding pulleys not aligned mower dealer Battery wil not charge 1 Dead cell in battery Replace battery 2 Loose electrical connec Check connections and wires tions or broken wire 69 C _ _ Parking brake warning buzzer does not operate 1 Blown fuse Replace fuse 2 Faulty buzzer See your authorized Honda riding mower dealer Steering is too heavy 1 Insufficient tire air Correct each tire air pressure see pressure page 29 Mower steers one side 1 Incorrect steering system See your authorized Honda riding alignments mower dealer 2 Each tire air pressure Correct each tire air pressure see uneven 3 Loose fasteners of See your authorized Hond
33. dipstick with the recommended oil see page 20 Tighten the oil filler cap securely OIL CAPACITY 1 1 1 2 US qt A Wh OIL FILLER CAP UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL NOTE Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that doesn t harm 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 or down a drain 48 Air Cleaner Service dirty air cleaner will restriot air flow to the carburetor If you operate the riding mower in very dusty areas clean the air cleaner more often than specified in the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE Operating the engine without the air cleaner will cause rapid engine wear 1 Raise the rear body 2 Remove the wing nuts and the air cleaner cover Remove the elements and separate them Carefully check both elements for holes or tears and replace if damaged 3 Foam element Clean in warm soapy water rinse and dry thoroughly Or clean in nonflammable solvent and dry Dip the element in clean engine oil then squeeze out all excess oil The engine will smoke when started if too much oil is left in the foam Using gasoline or flammable solvent to clean the filter ele ment can cause a fire or explosion Use only soapy water nonflam mable solvent 4 Paper element Tap the element several times on a hard surface to remove loose dirt or blow compressed air through the filter
34. e a month 4 f equipped with the optional grass catcher be sure to empty and clean the bags before storage 5 Remove the cutter deck see 6 Turn the cutter deck upside down Clean the underside of the deck with water and dry thoroughly 66 Pil 7 For longer service and greater efficiency keep the underside of the mower housing clean and free of accumulated 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 8 Reinstall the cutter deck by reversing the removal procedure 9 Store the riding mower on a level surface in a dry dust free area with the parking brake lever set 10 Cover the riding mower to keep out dust 11 Check tire air pressure regularly during storage and inflate if necessary Removal from storage 1 Check the battery electrolyte level see page 25 Fully recharge the battery and install it in the riding mower 2 Remove the spark plug and check that it is clean and properly gapped see page 50 Turn the engine a few revolutions with the starter motor before reinstalling the spark plug 3 Thread the spark plug in as far as possible by hand then tighten it 1 8 to 1 4 turn further with the plug wrench 4 Check the engine oil level isee page 20 5 Fill the fuel tank and start the engine by following the starting
35. e tightening the nut just beyond the lower specified torque Install a new cotter pin and bend the ends as shown Rear wheel Remove the cotter pin and loosen the 14 mm nut one turn Jack up the rear of the riding mower and remove the 14 mm nut washer and rear wheel Apply a thin coat of grease to the axle splined portion before installing the rear wheel Install the rear wheel in the reverse order of removal Tighten the 14 mm nut to the fower specified torque REAR WHEEL NUT TORQUE 5 5 6 5 40 47 ft lb Align the nut to the next possible cotter pin hole while tightening the nut just beyond the lower specified torque Install a new cotter pin and bend the ends as shown m ho go c C NOTE Do not align the cotter pin holes in a position where the wheel nut torque is less than the specified torque JACK POINTS FRONT COTTER 12 mm NUT 14 mm NUT SPLINE 55 Cutter deck removal 1 Position the front wheel straight ahead and lower the cutter deck 2 Move the P T O lever ta OFF disengaged and remove the belt stopper BELT STOPPEHR 3 Remove the lock pins collar and washers then remove the clutch rod from the cutter deck 4 Remove the four lock pins two pins for right and left sides respectively and washer from the right and left sides of the cutter deck CLUTCH ROO WASHER COLLAR WA 14 mm LOCK PIN CUTTER DECK 7 mm LOCK PIN SHER 56 5
36. eel in the straight ahead position 2 Move the P T O lever to the ON Engaged position 3 Lower the cutter deck as far as it will go with the cutter deck height ad Justing lever 4 Loosen the 8 x 16 mm flange boit and pull the adjusting arm towards you so that the side edge in front of the tension arm comes to the set ting mark position on the cutter deck then retighten the bolt Make sure to align the angles of the setting mark and the side edge If the side edge does not reach the setting mark after adjustment replace the belt and repeat the adjustment procedure ADJUSTING ARM SIDE EDGE SETTING MARK B x 16 mm FLANGE BOLT 58 Replacement 1 2 3 Remove the cutter deck from the riding mower according to the instruc tions 56 57 Remove the two 6 mm bolts and the three stopper bolts shown below Grasp the tensioner arm pulley firmly and puil the tensioner arm out ward to release tension on the belt Then remove and replace the blade belt Don t put your hands between the pulleys and don t let the tensioner pulley snap back return it slowly Reassembly is the reverse of the above procedure 8 mm BOLTS STOPPER BLADE BELT TENSIONER PULLEY i Se ave 2 ELE 59 Primary belt replacement Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands when replacing the bett 1 Remove the cutter deck see pages 56 57 2 Remove the primary belt from the pul
37. engine Overtightening may damage the threads NOTE If installing 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 1 4 turn after the spark plug seats to compress the washer 51 Battery Service E Refilling battery fluid If the riding mower is operated with insufficient battery electrolyte sulfa tion and battery plate damage will occur if rapid loss of electrolyte is experienced or if your battery seems to be weak causing slow starting or other electrical problems see your authorized Honda riding mower dealer Raise the rear body and check the electrolyte level in each battery ceil Fill the battery with distilled water to the Upper level line Never overfill the battery Batteries produce explosive gases if ignited an explosion can cause serious injury or blindness Provide adequate ventilation when charging l e CHEMICAL HAZARD Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid Con tact with eyes or skin even through plathins may cause severe burns Wear a faceshield and protective clothing Keep flames and sparks away and do not smoke in the area ANTIDOTE If electrolyte gets into your eyes flush thoroughly with warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately POISON Electrolyte is poison AMTIDOTE External Flush thoroughly with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow w
38. er dis connect the battery cable in the reverse order or it causes a short circuit when a tool contacts the terminals 53 Drive clutch inspection H3011 only Manual Transmission 1 Place the shift lever in the 2 position 2 Using light pressure push the clutch arm toward the front of the riding mower until you feel resistance At this point the index mark on the clutch arm should be between the two notches on the clutch cable Joint If the index mark moves past the service limit notch the clutch disk may be worn out consult your authorized Honda riding mower dealer NOTE Do not force the clutch arm during this inspection or a false failure indication will result CLUTCH ARM o4 DEX MARK IN ARM SEHVICE LIMIT NOTCH NOTCH CLUTCH CABLE JOINT Wheel removal A WARNING Do not attempt to remove a wheel unless the riding mower is on firm and level ground Do not attempt to remove or replace a tire unless you have the equip ment and knowledge to do so properly Block the wheels securely Front wheel Remove the cotter pin and loosen the 12 mm nut one turn Jack up the front of the riding mower and remove the 12 mm nut washer and front wheel Install the front wheel in the reverse order of removal Tighten the 12 mm nut to the lower specified torque FRONT WHEEL NUT TORQUE 5 5 6 5 kg m 40 47 ft lb Align the nut to the next possible cotter pin hole whit
39. erating the starter motor again 5 After the engine starts let the engine switch return to ON 6 After the engine warms up move the throttle lever to the SLOW position 34 e Seat safety switch operation check The seat safety switch automatically stops the engine if the operator s weight is off the seat when the following inter locks are actuated 1 While parked on a level surface move the lever to ON 2 Engaged Rise off the seat the engine should stop immediately Return the P T O lever to OFF Disengaged and restart the engine Release the parking brake and place the shift lever into the 1st gear or slow mowing range While driving slowly rise off the seat the engine should stop immediately Move the shift lever back to NEUTRAL and set the parking brake start the engine and release the parking brake Raise up off the seat the engine should stop e Parking brake system inspection 1 2 3 4 Set the parking brake Start the engine Set the shift lever into 1st gear or slow mowing range Check that the warning buzzer sound and the engine is stopped several seconds after Return the shift lever back te the N Neutral position and turn off the engine switch Have your riding mower inspected and repaired by your authorized Honda riding mower dealer if there is any abnormality 35 Mowing PT Before operating this riding mower you should read an
40. f the level is low fill to the lower edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil see page 20 4 Tighten the oil filer cap w B TRANSMISSION OIL CAPACITY 2 8 2 96 US qt MANUAL TRANSMISSION RECOMMENDED OIL 10 W 30 MOTOR OIL OIL FILLER CAP lr OIL FILLER 26 TRANSMISSION FLUID H3011H only HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION Check the transmission fluid with the riding mower parked on level ground and the transmission at ambient temperature NOTE HST fluid changes its volume with changes of temperature The upper and lower marks are calibrated for HST fluid temperature between 32 F 0 C and 68 F 20 C Within this temperature range the oil level should be between the upper and lower marks on the reservoir If the fluid temperature is below 32 F 0 C the transmission fluid level may be below the lower rnark on the reservoir To measure the level start the engine and vvarm the transmission fluid tf the fluid temperature is above 68 F 20 C the level may be above the upper mark on the reservoir This is normal and does not indicate a problem Make sure the fluid level is between the upper and lower marks on the reservoir If the levei has dropped close to or below the lower mark and the fluid temperature is between 32 F C and 68 F 20 C add transmission fluid until it reaches the upper mark Do not overfill Required transmission fluid HONDA HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSIO
41. gh altitude operation the air fuel mixture will be too lean at low altitude Performance wili decrease the engine will overheat To avoid an excessively lean air fuel mixture reinstall the standard main jet and readjust the pilot screw for operation at altitudes lower than 6 000 feet above sea level 44 6 TRANSPORTING Transporting The engine becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for a while after stopping Allow the engine to cool before transporting Contact with a hot engine or exhaust system can cause serious burns or fires Let the engine cool before transporting Transport the riding movver on a flat level trailer or in a pickup truck Tie down hooks should be on or near the floor Turn the fuel valve OFF and set the parking brake Tie the riding mower down securely using the tie down points shown below To avoid damaging the tie rods be careful not to put the rope around or near them when securing the front end REAR TIE RODS PROPER TIE DOWN POINTS i WARNING e Spilled fuel may ignite To avoid fuel and oil spillage keep the riding mower level when transporting Do not pull the riding mower behind another vehicle and do not use the riding mower to push another vehicle 45 7 MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance and adjustment are necessary to keep the riding mower in good operating condition Service and inspect according to the MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE A WARNING To avo
42. id carbon monoxide poisoning shut off the engine before performing any maintenance if you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclosed the air you breathe will contain a dangerous amount of exhaust gas If the engine must be run for any reason be sure the area is well ventilated To avoid serious burns allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance Shut the engine off and set the parking brake before performing any maintenance To prevent accidental start up remove the engine switch key and disconnect the spark plug cap The riding mower should be serviced by an authorized HONDA riding mower dealer unless the owner has proper tools and service data and feels he is mechanically qualified IMPORTANT NOTICE Use only genuine Honda parts or their equivalent for maintenance or repair Replacement parts which are not of equivalent quality may damage the riding mower ENGINE SWITCH SPARK PLUG CAP 46 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REGULAR SERVICE PERIOD ITEM Performed at every indicated month EACH USE ar operating hour interval which ever comes first i 1 Check level Engine oil Change Air cleaner Seat switch operatian Cooling air intake Parking brake buzzer operation Battery electrolyte Check level and gravity Tira pressure Check Blade balt Primary belt Grass bag foptional part Foot brake Check Blade bolt tightness Blade condition Clean Tr
43. ith milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician immediately KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN NOTE Use distilled water in the battery Tap water will shorten the service life of the battery Overfilling may cause electrolyte overflow and corrosion Wash off any spilled electrolyte immediately UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL 52 a i eal E Battery cleaning If the battery terminals are contaminated or corroded remove the battery and clean the terminals 1 2 5 6 Remove battery set plate Disconnect the battery cable at the battery negative terminal then at the battery positive terminal NEGATIVE 1 CABLE POSITIVE CABLE BATTERY SET PLATE Remove the battery and clean the battery terminals and battery cable terminals with a wire brush or sand paper Clean the battery with a solution of baking soda and warm water tak ing care not to get the solution or water in the battery cells Dry the bat tery thoroughly Connect the battery positive cable to the battery positive ter minal then the battery negative cable to the battery negative terminal Tighten the bolts and nuts securely Coat the battery terminals with grease Reinstall the battery set plate When disconnecting the battery cable be sure to disconnect at the battery negative terminal first To connect connect at the positive terminal first then at the negative terminal Nev
44. lem that has not been handled to your satisfaction we suggest you take the following action Discuss your problem with a member of dealership managemert Often complaints can 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 f your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction contact American Honda Motor Co Inc P O Box 50 Gardena California 90247 0805 Telephone 213 G04 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 problem After reviewing all the facts invalved 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 50 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 76 31763800 Printed on Recycled Paper mE 00X31 763 8002
45. ley on the belt tensioner arm while pressing out on the arm by hand Remove the primary belt from the pulley on the engine 3 Install a new primary belt Install the remaining parts in the reverse order of removal PULLEY Engine side PRIMARY BELT TENSIONER PULLEY TENSIONER ARM 60 Blade bolt tightness Blade replacement To avoid severe personal injury remove the ignition key and disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent accidental starting wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the cutter blade B Blade bolt tightness 1 Remove the cutter deck from the riding mower see page 56 2 Turn the cutter deck upside down 8 Clean dirt and grass from the blade and the inside of the cutter deck 4 Hold the blade firmly and use a torque wrench to check that the blade bolt is properly tightened 12 x 25 mm bolt tightening torque 8 5 kg m 61 5 fat Ib Blade bolt tightening torque 5 0 kg m 36 2 ft Ib GLOVES DLO BLADE B Blade removal 1 Hold the blade firmly and remove the blade bolt 12 25 mm bolts blade washer spring washers and blade 2 Remove the blade and blade holder 12 x 25 mm BOLTS 2 SPRING WASHERS 2 BLADE WASHER BLADE BOLT BLADE BLADE HOLDER 61 B Blade installation IMPORTANT NOTICE Use a genuine Honda replacement blade or equiva lent 1 Clean any dirt and grass from around the blade shaft and inside the deck
46. mperature use Other viscosities shown in the following chart may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range 209 40 20W 50 OIL FILLER CAP LL DIPSTICK L10W 40 1094 30 20 40 80 ML ak b rae 30 20 10 0 10 70 30 40 C Ambient temperature UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL 20 FUEL Raise the rear body and check the fuel level Refill the tank to the upper level mark if necessary Do not fill the fuel tank above the UPPER level mark Fuel tank capacity 2 5 f 0 66 US gal A WARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Use ex treme care when handling gasoline Keep gasoline out of reach of children e Refuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Keep flames and sparks away and do not smoke in the area Allow the engine to cool before retueling Fuel vapors or spilled fuel may iqnite Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel Avoid overfilling the fuel tank there should be no fuel in the filler neck After refueling tighten the filler fuel cap securely If any fuel was spilled make sure the area is dry before starting the engine After use turn the fuel valve OFF and park the riding mower on a level surface Be sure the storage area is well ventilated do not allow flames or sparks in the storage area UPPER LEVEL Fuel Recommendation Pump oct
47. n released the nding mower will stop and then continue at a slower speed IMPORTANT NOTICE Driving the riding mower with the brake pedal partly depressed can damage the brake tinings SHIFT LEVER BRAKE PEDAL 15 Parking brake lever and warning buzzer H3011 only Manual Transmission This lever is used to set the brake when the riding mower is parked To set the parking brake pull up on the parking brake lever until the set button locks in place To release the parking brake pull the lever up slightly and press the set button lower the lever while holding in the button The warning buzzer will sound continuously when the following conditions are present With the parking brake set the engine switch and the shift lever in gear When washing the riding mower do not spray water directly warning buzzer holes WAHRNING BUZZER SET BUTTON PARKING BRAKE LEVER 16 Parking brake lever and warning buzzer H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission This lever 15 used to set the brake when the riding mower 15 parked Pull the lever fully up until the ratchet locks To set the parking brake pull up on the parking brake lever until the set button locks in place To release the parking brake pull the tever up slightly and press the set button lower the lever while holding in the button The warning buzzer will sound continuously when the following conditions are present Operator in the
48. nt TRANSMISSION FLUID RESERVOIR H3011H HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION SPARK PLUG CAP OIL FILLER CAP ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT LOCATED UNDER ENGINE H3011H HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION BATTERY SPARK PLUG CAP UN TD ENGINE OIL DRAIN BOLT LOCATED UNDER ENGINE 11 3 CONTROLS Engine switch Always remove the key from the engine switch whenever the riding mower is unattended to prevent children or unauthorized persons from starting the engine This riding mower is equipped with an automotive type ignition switch which controls all the electrical cir cuits The switch is located on the right hand side in front of the gear shift lever Kev positions START to start the engine to run the engine after ENGINE starting SWITCH OFF to stop the engine IMPORTANT NOTICE Do not leave the engine switch key position when the engine is not running as the battery will discharge H3011 only Manual Transmission NOTE The starter motor will not work unless the shift lever is in NEUTRAL and the P T O lever is in the OFF Disengaged position H3011H onty Hydrostatic Transmission The starter motor can only be activated when the shift lever is set to neutral and the lever to OFF with the seat switch ON or the parking brake applied Throttle lever The throttle lever controls engine speed from SLOW idle to FAST max speed START CH
49. oken pieces thrown from a worn or damaged can cause serious injury Always inspect the blade before using the mower Fire and Burn Hazard Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode Use extreme care when handling gascline Keep gasoline out of reach of children Hefuel in a well ventilated area with the engine stopped Allowed the engine to cool before refueling Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may ignite The accumulation of dry grass and leaves around the engine or exhaust may ignite 115 illegal in some areas to operate an engine without USDA qualified spark arrester Periodic maintenance is required to keep it functioning as designed 7 The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and main hot for a while after stopping Contact with hot engine components can cause burn injuries and can ignite some materials Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or storing the riding mower indoors Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide a colorless and odorless gas Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death e f you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclos ed the air you breathe could contain a dangerous amount of exhaust qas To keep exhaust gas from building up provide adequate ventilation To
50. place these items are installed for your safety Know how to stop the engine and blade quickly in case of emergency Understand the use of al controls Allowing anyone to operate this riding mower without proper instruc tion may result in injury Allowing passengers to ride on the mower or any of its attachments may cause the mower to tip over Wear sturdy full coverage footwear Operating this riding mower barefoot or with open toe shoes or sandals increases your risk of injury Dress sensibly Loose clothing may get caught in moving parts increas ing your risk of injury Be alert Operating this riding mower when you are tired ill or under the influence of alcohol or drugs may result in serious Injury Keep all persons and pets away from the mowing area Child Safety Serious injury or death can occur when children fall off the mower and run over by the machine or when children run or fail in the path of a mower and are run over Allowing children to ride as passengers on the riding mower can be dangerous Keep children indoors and supervised at all times when any outdoor power equipment is being used nearby Young children move quickly and are attracted to the mower and the mowing activity especially tf they have been given rides before Never assume children will remain where you last saw them Be alert and turn the mower off if children enter the area Use extra care when approaching corners shrubs and trees tha
51. pproved gasoline container Turn the fuel valve ON ioosen the carburetor drain screw and drain the fuel into an approved gasoline container After draining tighten the drain screw securely AWARNING Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can ex plode causing serious injury or death Use extreme care when handling gasoline Keep flames and sparks away and do not smoke the area NOTE If gasoline is not drained before storage fuel system damage may result AX 2 lt AA DRAIN SCREW 65 2 Change the engine oil see page 48 IMPORTANT NOTICE To avoid engine damage do not store riding mower without engine oil in crankcase NOTE If the riding mower will be stored for longer than 3 months raise the rear body and remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoons ap proximately 1 oz of clean motor oil into the cylinder Place the P T O lever in the OFF position and the shift lever in the N posi tion With the parking brake applied iower the cutter deck to the bottom Reaching from the rear of the mower grasp the primary belt at point and slowly pull it toward you to turn the engine Reinstall the spark plug PRIMARY BELT a V n 7 MOTOR OIL Be sure to wear heavy gloves when pulling the primary belt If the riding mower has been running the engine will be very hot Allow it to cool before proceeding 3 Remove the battery and store in a cool dry place Recharge it onc
52. r cleaner will cause rapid engine wear AIR CLEANER ELEMENTS 24 BATTERY Raise the rear body and check the battery electrolyte level The electrolyte level must be kept between the UPPER and LOWER level marks if the electrolyte level is near the LOWER mark remove the battery filler caps and carefully add distilled water to the upper level line see page E 59 d LOWER LEVEL UPPER LEVEL LOWER LEVEL H3011 H3011H Batteries produce explosive gases Flames or sparks can cause an explosion causing serious injury or blindness Keep flames and sparks away and provide adequate ventilation when charging CHEMICAL HAZARD Battery electrolyte contains sulfuric acid Con tact with eyes or skin even through clothing may cause severe burns Wear a faceshield and protective clothing ANTIDOTE If electrolyte gets into your eyes flush thoroughly with warm water for at least 15 minutes and call a physician immediately POISON Electrolyte is poison ANTIDOTE External Flush thoroughly with water Internal Drink large quantities of water or milk Follow with milk of magnesia or vegetable oil and call a physician immediately KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN 2b TRANSMISSION OIL H3011 only MANUAL TRANSMISSION Place the riding mower on a level surface Remove the oil filler cap and check that the oil level is at the bottom edge of the oil filler cap hole I
53. s shift to a slower speed and be sure to overlap the previous cut by 5096 or approximately half the width of the mower 41 Uphill starting procedure H3011 only Manual Transmission If possible avoid stopping the riding mower while driving uphill However if it is necessary to stop follow this special procedure aet parking brake Apply pressure to the brake pedal Move the throttle lever to mid range Shift the transmission to 1st gear position Release the brake pedal Wait until the clutch engages The warning buzzer will sound until the parking brake is released If the parking brake is not released the engine will automatically stop within a few seconds 7 Then release the parking brake lever if the parking brake lever is released before the brake pedal the riding mower may roll downhill before the clutch engages This may cause the mower to tip over H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission Stopping on a hill If possible avoid stopping the riding mower while driving uphill If it is necessary to stop on a hill follow the procedures below 1 Depress the foot the brake to the floor shift lever returns to N 2 Move the P T O lever to the OFF disengaged position 3 Set the parking brake Uphill starting procedure It is important to follow the uphill starting carefully to avoid tipping the riding mower over 1 Release the parking brake
54. t might shieid children from sight Children should never be allowed to operate the riding mower even under adult Supervision Cutting Blade Hazard The cutt ng blade is sharp and it turns at high speed Accidental contact cause serious injury Keep your hands and feet away from the mower deck while the engine Is running s Stop the engine disengage the Power Take Off clutch and remove the key before inspection or maintenance of the deck or blade Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental starting Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blade when cleaning out the mower deck or when inspecting or replacing the blade Thrown Object Hazard Objects hit by the cutting blade can be thrown from the mower with great force and may cause serious Injury Before mowing clear the mowing area of sticks stones dog bones and other litter and loose objects Mow only in daylight or in areas at night so you can see and avoid objects in the grass Before operating the mower be sure the side discharge guard is down that the optional grass catcher bags and discharge chute are in place Disengage the Power fake P T Q lever to stop the blade before crossing a gravel driveway or any other area with loose stones Always inspect the mower for damage after striking a foreign object Repair or replace any damaged parts before continued use Br
55. the shift lever from the Neutral position into a gear or speed range e Check that the starter motor is not started when the engine switch is turned to the START position Return the shift lever to the N Neutral position and reinstall the spark plug cap SEAT ADJUSTMENT Raise the rear body Loosen the seat adjusting knob Move the seat to a position that allows you to reach all controls easily and comfortably Tighten the seat adjusting knob securely wh ADJUSTING KNOB 32 5 OPERATION Starting the engine ME Exhaust gas contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas that may cause loss of consciousness and lead to death Never run the engine in an enclosed area Be sure to provide adequate ventilation 1 Raise the rear body turn the fuel valve ON and close the rear body FUEL VALVE PEO LCS 2 Sit on the seat and check that the parking brake lever is set the transmission is in neutral and the P T O lever is in the OFF Disengag ed position 3 Move the throttle lever to the START CHOKE position NOTE When the engine is warm or the air temperature is high move the throttle to SLOW START CHOKE 33 4 Turn the engine switch to START 5 second maximum IMPORTANT NOTICE Using the starter motor for more than 5 seconds can damage the motor If the engine fails to start release the engine switch key and wait at least 10 seconds before op
56. ting between forward and reverse speeds while the riding mower is moving can cause transmission damage When shifting from one forward speed range to another while moving do not force the shift lever and do not shift up or down more than one slot at a time NOTE The riding mower will pull away from a stop in any speed range No shifting is necessary SHIFT LEVER 4th and 5th speeds are not recom mended for mowing but may be used for driving the riding mower fram one area to another 13 Shift lever H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission Use the shift lever to change the forward reverse speed of the riding mover and or to shift the transmission into NEUTRAL STOP To drive the riding mower forward release the parking brake and slowly move the shift lever from NEUTRAL to forward direction away from you To drive in reverse slowly move the shift lever back toward you NOTE The shift lever is interconnected with the brake pedal the shift lever returns to NEUTRAL when the brake pedal is fully depressed bring the riding mower to a complete stop Do not operate the shift lever a slope Bring the riding mower to a complete stop before shifting from a forward speed to reverse or from reverse to a forward speed Shifting between forward and reverse speeds while the riding mower is moving can cause transmission damage SHIFT LEVER NOTE The riding mower will pull away fram a stop any speed range No shif
57. ting is necessary Be sure that the shift lever is in the mowing range whenever mowing Mowing in the transport range is not recommerded as this will affect cut quality Transport range should only be used to drive to and from the mowing area NOTE An interlock switch prevents the engine from starting unless the shift lever is in the N neutral position Power Take Off P T O lever ON Engaged This lever engages and disengages OFF iDisengaged the power take off clutch to drive the LEVER 177 hlade Lever positions Dy ON Engaged Blade turns OFF Disengaged Blade stops NOTE An interiock switch prevents the engine from starting unless the P T O lever is in the OFF position AS 14 Brake pedal H3011 only Manual Transmission Depressing the pedal will first disengage the riding mower drive clutch As you continue to depress the pedal the brake will be applied to stop the riding mower VEM T 27 BRAKE PEDAL When the clutch pedal is released the clutch will automatically engage smoothly Releasing the brake pedal too slowly can cause the clutch to slip and may lead to premature clutch wear Brake pedal H3011H only Hydrostatic Transmission the brake pedal and the shift lever are interconnected When the brake pedal is fully depressed the riding mower will stop and the shift lever will return to NEUTRAL If the brake pedal is depressed half way and the
58. wing Hazard Towing vehicles such as garden carts trailers or other vehicles is not recommended Towing vehicles couid cause brake failure transmission failure or loss of control Operation on Slopes This ding mower is intended for use on relatively flat terrain Oper ting the riding mower on slopes exceeding 10 degrees 17 grade could cause the mower to tip over When mowing on slopes empty the grass bags when they are half fuil The weight of ful grass bags may cause the riding mower to tip over Maximum safe operating angle 10 MAX MAXIMUM 10 117 GRADE 2 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION SHIFT LEVER STEERING WHEEL ENGINE SWITCH SHIFT LEVER SEAT THROTTLE LEVER PARKING BRAKE LEVER A wa SEN Ay TALK AM DISCHARGE CHUTE BHAKE PEDAL WARNING BUZZER POWEH P T DO LEVER TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER POWER TAKE OFF LEVER FRAME SERIAL NUMBER H3011H HYDROSTATIC OECK HEIGHT TRANSMISSION ADJUSTING LEVER s uw PRUE VS FRAME SERIAL NUMBER CUTTER DECK OWNER S MANUAL MR REAR BODY TRAY A 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 warranty inquiries see page 76 Frame serial number _ Engine serial number 10 Engine compartme
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