Honda Automobiles FG205 User Manual

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2009 - Honda France Manufacturing S.A.S. - Pôle 45 - Rue des Châtaigniers
45140 ORMES - FRANCE - All rights reserved
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OWNER’S MANUAL
Original instructions
FG205
Motor hoe
FOREWORD
Dear Honda User,
You have bought a Honda motor hoe and we thank you for the
confidence you have shown in us.
The aim of this manual is to help you become familiar with your new
motor hoe so that you can make the best possible use of it and keep
it properly maintained.
To bring our customers the latest technological advances, new
equipment and materials and the full benefit of our experience, we
regularly improve the models in our product line. As a result, the
characteristics and information given in this manual are subject to
modification without notice and without any obligation to update the
manual.
If you encounter any problem or have any question regarding your
motor hoe, please contact your dealer or an authorized Honda retail
agent.
Keep this manual close at hand for ready reference and, if you sell
your motor hoe, please make sure you supply this manual with it.
We recommend that you read the terms of warranty so that you fully
understand your rights and responsibilities. The warranty is a
separate document provided by your dealer.
No part of this publication is to be reproduced without prior written
consent.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Special attention should be paid to sections preceded by the
following words:
Danger of serious injury or fatal accident if instructions are not
complied with.
CAUTION:
• Danger of injury or damage to the equipment if instructions are not
complied with.
NOTE: These paragraphs contain useful information.
The model of your machine is indicated on its "identification label",
by a series of letters and figures (see page 3).
CONTENTS
Foreword . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Safety instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Safety stickers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Identification of machine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
General description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Preparation and checks before use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Starting the engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Operating hints and tips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Transport and storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Useful information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Technical specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Major Honda distributor addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
EC-Declaration of conformity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Write down your machine's serial number here
Write down your machine's model here

Honda Automobiles FG205 Specifications

General

Brand	Honda Automobiles
Model	FG205
Category	Tiller
Language	English

Summary

Foreword

Owner's Manual

Safety Instructions

Warning

Danger of serious injury or fatal accident if instructions are not complied with.

Caution

Danger of injury or damage to the equipment if instructions are not complied with.

Note

These paragraphs contain useful information.

Safety Instructions

Safety

General safety precautions and training advice for motor hoe operation.

Preparation

Checks and actions to perform before using the motor hoe.

Safety Stickers

Warning: Read the Owner's Manual

Reminder to read the owner's manual before operating the motor hoe.

Warning: Rotating Implements

Keep hands and feet well clear of rotating implements.

Do Not Run Engine in Enclosed Space

Ensure adequate ventilation due to toxic carbon monoxide fumes.

Engine Emits Toxic Carbon Monoxide

Do not run the engine in an enclosed area.

Petrol is Highly Flammable

Stop the engine before refueling.

Let Engine Cool Before Storing

Allow the engine to cool before storing the unit indoors.

General Description

Identification of Components

Lists and describes the various controls and parts of the motor hoe.

Preparation and Checks Before Use

Engine Oil

Instructions for checking and topping up engine oil.

Checking Fuel Level

Procedure for checking the fuel level in the tank.

Fuel Containing Alcohol

Information and warnings about using fuel containing alcohol.

Checking the Air Filter

Starting the Engine

Engine Flooded

Steps to clear a flooded engine.

Operating Hints and Tips

Operation at High Altitude

Advice on performance adjustments for high altitude operation.

Operation

Steps and advice for operating the motor hoe.

Throttle / Clutch Lever

Stopping the Motor Hoe and the Engine

Maintenance

Servicing Air Filter

Instructions for cleaning and maintaining the air filter.

Adjusting the Working Depth

How to adjust the depth bar for desired working depth.

Transport Wheels

Instructions for using and installing transport wheels.

Changing the Engine Oil

Steps for draining and changing the engine oil.

Checking and Replacing the Tines

Servicing Spark Plug

Adjusting the Play on the Throttle Lever

Cleaning After Utilization

Carburetor

Troubleshooting

Maintenance Schedule

Transport and Storage

Loading on a Trailer

Folding the Handlebar

Loading into a Car Boot

Preparation for Storage

Fuel Storage

Useful Information

Find an Approved Dealer

Information on how to find an approved Honda dealer.

Current Parts, Optional Accessories and Consumables

Technical Specifications

Major Honda Distributor Addresses

EC - Declaration of Conformity

EC - Declaration of Conformity