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Honda HRN216VYU - User Manual

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CONTENTS
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Air Filter.................................................. 14
Blades.................................................... 13
Contact Honda....................................... 20
Cutting Height.......................................... 6
Find a Dealer..........................................20
Fuel ..........................................................6
Fuel System Maintenance......................19
Maintenance Schedule...........................12
Oil Change................................................. 14
Oil Level Check............................................ 6
Spark Plug ................................................. 15
Warranty Coverage.................................... 23
WELCOME ............................................. 2
FOR YOUR SAFETY.............................. 2
PARTS AND CONTROLS ...................... 3
INITIAL MOWER SETUP........................ 3
List of Parts ......................................... 3
Adjust the Handlebar........................... 3
Add Engine Oil .................................... 4
Assemble the Grass Bag..................... 4
Before Using Your Lawn Mower.......... 4
BEFORE EACH OPERATION................ 4
Check Your Mower.............................. 4
Check Your Mowing Area.................... 4
Clip Director®...................................... 5
Rear Shield.......................................... 5
Grass Bag ........................................... 5
Cutting Height Adjustment................... 6
Check the Oil Level............................. 6
Add Fuel.............................................. 6
OPERATION........................................... 7
Safe Mowing Practices........................ 7
Operating the Controls........................ 8
Starting the Engine.............................. 9
Stopping the Engine............................ 9
Mowing Tips ........................................ 9
SERVICING YOUR MOWER................ 11
Maintenance Safety........................... 11
Maintenance Schedule...................... 12
Blade Inspection................................ 13
Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection......... 13
Blade Replacement........................... 13
Oil Change ........................................ 14
Air Filter............................................. 14
Spark Plug.........................................
15
Spark A
rrester (optional par
t)............ 15
Smart Drive Cable Adjustment.......... 15
TRANSPORTING ................................. 16
STORAGE ............................................ 16
Fuel ................................................... 16
Oil...................................................... 16
Cleaning ............................................ 16
Storage Location............................... 16
Handlebar.......................................... 17
Removing From Storage ................... 17
TROUBLESHOOTING............................... 17
Engine Will Not Start .............................. 17
Loss of Power......................................... 17
Vibration ................................................. 17
Mowing and Bagging Problems.............. 17
TECHNICAL INFORMATION .................... 18
Serial Number Locations........................ 18
High Altitude Operation .......................... 18
Specifications ......................................... 18
AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS. 19
CUSTOMER INFORMATION .................... 20
Parts, Accessories, and Service Items... 20
Dealer Locator Information..................... 20
How to Contact Honda ........................... 20
Honda Publications ................................ 20
SERVICE RECORD................................... 21
LIMITED WARRANTY............................... 23
OWNER’S MANUAL
HRN216VYU
LAWN MOWER
© 2020 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved
Before operating the mower for the first time, please read this
Owner’s Manual. Even if you have operated other mowers,
take time to become familiar with how this mower works and
practice in a safe area until you build up your skills.
Illustrations in this manual are for instructional purposes only and may not be exact representations. All information contained in this manual is
based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. Honda Australia Motorcycle and Power Equipment Pty. Ltd. reserves
the right to make changes at any time without notice. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted
in any form by any means, electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording or otherwise, without the prior written permission of Honda Australia
Motorcycle and Power Equipment Pty. Ltd. This includes text, figures and tables.
Honda Australia Motorcycle and Power Equipment Pty. Ltd.
ABN 96 006 662 862 (trading as Honda MPE).
00X32VR8 A202

Questions and Answers

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Safety Instructions

Explains how safety information is presented in the manual.

Safety Label Locations

Describes labels warning of potential hazards on the mower.

PARTS AND CONTROLS

INITIAL MOWER SETUP

BEFORE EACH OPERATION

Check Your Mower

Pre-operation inspection for safety and service life.

Check Your Mowing Area

Inspect the area for hazards before mowing.

Check the Oil Level

Add Fuel

OPERATION

Safe Mowing Practices

Guidelines for safe operation and hazard prevention.

Blade Hazards and Safety

Warnings about blade hazards and safety measures.

Refuel With Care

Avoid Slopes

Avoid Obstacles

Operating the Controls

Smart Drive Control

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Clogged Mower Deck

SERVICING YOUR MOWER

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Crucial safety precautions for performing maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Blade Inspection

Blade Replacement

Oil Change

Air Filter Maintenance

Spark Plug Service

Smart Drive Cable Adjustment

STORAGE PREPARATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for starting issues.

AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS

LIMITED WARRANTY

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Safety Instructions

Explains how safety information is presented in the manual.

Safety Label Locations

Describes labels warning of potential hazards on the mower.

PARTS AND CONTROLS

INITIAL MOWER SETUP

BEFORE EACH OPERATION

Check Your Mower

Pre-operation inspection for safety and service life.

Check Your Mowing Area

Inspect the area for hazards before mowing.

Check the Oil Level

Add Fuel

OPERATION

Safe Mowing Practices

Guidelines for safe operation and hazard prevention.

Blade Hazards and Safety

Warnings about blade hazards and safety measures.

Refuel With Care

Avoid Slopes

Avoid Obstacles

Operating the Controls

Smart Drive Control

Starting the Engine

Stopping the Engine

Clogged Mower Deck

SERVICING YOUR MOWER

Maintenance Safety Precautions

Crucial safety precautions for performing maintenance.

Maintenance Schedule

Blade Inspection

Blade Replacement

Oil Change

Air Filter Maintenance

Spark Plug Service

Smart Drive Cable Adjustment

STORAGE PREPARATION

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start

Common causes and corrections for starting issues.

AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS

LIMITED WARRANTY

Overview

The device described in the manual is a Honda HRN216VYU Lawn Mower.

Function Description:

The Honda HRN216VYU is a rotary lawn mower designed for cutting grass. It features a 3-in-1 Clip Director® system, allowing users to switch between bagging, mulching, or rear discharge of grass clippings. The mower is self-propelled, utilizing a Smart Drive variable speed transmission for ease of use. It also incorporates a Roto-Stop® blade brake clutch, which allows the engine to run while the blades are stopped, and an Auto Choke System for easy starting.

Important Technical Specifications:

  • Model: HRN216VYU
  • Engine: GCV170, 4-stroke, overhead-valve, single-cylinder, air-cooled
  • Displacement: 166 cc
  • Bore and Stroke: 60 x 59 mm
  • Compression Ratio: 8.0:1
  • Ignition System: Transistorized magneto
  • Mower Deck: 21-inch (530 mm) cutting width
  • Cutting Heights: Adjustable from 27 mm to 100 mm (7 settings)
  • Transmission Type: Variable speed
  • Ground Speeds: 0 ~ 1.84 m/s
  • Fuel Tank Capacity: 0.91 L
  • Engine Oil Capacity: 0.40 L (Refill amount: 0.35 ~ 0.40 L)
  • Recommended Fuel: Unleaded petrol with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher, containing no more than 10% ethanol by volume.
  • Recommended Engine Oil: SAE 10W-30, API SJ or later.
  • Spark Plug: NGK - BPR5ES (Gap: 0.7 ~ 0.8 mm)
  • Maximum Governed Speed: 2,950 ~ 3,100 rpm
  • Overall Dimensions: Length 1,550 mm, Width 575 mm, Overall height 1,037 mm (with handlebar in highest position)
  • Dry Mass (Weight): 39.9 kg (including grass bag)
  • Grass Bag Capacity: 66 L
  • Noise Level: 97 dB(A)
  • Blade Bolt Torque: 49 ~ 59 N-m

Usage Features:

  • Handlebar Adjustment: The handlebar can be adjusted to different heights for operator comfort and folded for storage or transport.
  • Smart Drive Control: This allows the user to adjust the mower's ground speed by applying pressure to the control, providing variable speed operation. It can also be adjusted to one of five positions for operator comfort.
  • Roto-Stop® Blade Brake Clutch: Enables the user to stop the blades without stopping the engine, useful for emptying the grass bag or moving the mower over non-grass areas.
  • Clip Director®: A lever-based system to easily switch between bagging and mulching modes. In the BAG position, the shutter door is fully open; in the MULCH position, it is fully closed. Rear discharge is achieved by removing the grass bag and leaving the Clip Director lever in the BAG position.
  • Cutting Height Adjustment: Two levers (front and rear) allow for independent adjustment of the cutting height across seven settings.
  • Starting: Features an Auto Choke System for easy starting. The fuel valve must be ON and the throttle lever in the FAST position.
  • Stopping: The engine is stopped by moving the throttle lever to the STOP position and turning the fuel valve OFF.
  • Mowing Patterns: The manual recommends an anticlockwise pattern for mulching and a clockwise pattern for bagging to achieve optimal results.
  • Slope Operation: Advised to mow across slopes (not exceeding 20°) and exercise caution when changing direction.
  • Safety Features: Includes safety labels, warnings about rotating blades, hot parts, carbon monoxide, and the importance of keeping shields in place.

Maintenance Features:

  • Maintenance Schedule: A detailed schedule outlines routine inspections and service intervals for various components, including the rear shield, blades, engine oil, air filter, grass bag, spark plug, spark arrester, and cables.
  • Engine Oil: Requires SAE 10W-30 API SJ or later oil. Initial oil change is recommended after the first month or 5 hours, then every 6 months or 50 hours. Instructions are provided for checking oil level and draining/refilling oil.
  • Air Filter: Needs cleaning every 6 months or 50 hours (more frequently in dusty areas) and replacement every 2 years or 150 hours. Instructions for removal, inspection, and cleaning are provided.
  • Spark Plug: Replacement is recommended every 2 years or 150 hours. Instructions for inspection, gapping, and replacement are included.
  • Blades: Regular inspection for wear, cracks, and damage is crucial. Blades should be sharpened or replaced as a set. Blade mounting bolt inspection and torque specifications are provided.
  • Spark Arrester (Optional): Requires servicing every 100 hours to remove carbon deposits.
  • Smart Drive Cable Adjustment: Instructions are provided for adjusting the cable to ensure proper operation.
  • Fuel System Maintenance: Emphasizes using fresh, unleaded petrol and provides precautions to avoid fuel-related problems, including recommendations for fuel stabilizers and draining the fuel system for long-term storage.
  • Cleaning: Instructions for cleaning the mower deck, engine, and grass bag after each use, with warnings to avoid water in sensitive areas.
  • Storage Preparation: Guidelines for preparing the mower for storage, including fuel treatment, oiling the engine cylinder, and choosing a suitable storage location.
  • Troubleshooting Guide: Provides solutions for common problems such as the engine not starting, loss of power, vibration, and mowing/bagging issues.
  • Service Record: Pages are included for users to track maintenance activities and hours of use.

Honda HRN216VYU Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelHRN216VYU
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

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