Honda HRR216VLA User Manual

CONTENTS
QUICK FIND
Air Filter.................................................. 12
Battery ................................................... 14
Blades.................................................... 11
Contact Honda....................................... 20
Cutting Height.......................................... 6
Find a Dealer..........................................20
Fuel ..........................................................7
Fuel System Maintenance......................19
Maintenance Schedule...........................10
Oil Change..............................................12
Oil Level Check.........................................6
Spark Plug ..............................................13
Warranty Coverage.................................21
FOR YOUR SAFETY.............................. 2
PARTS AND CONTROLS ...................... 3
INITIAL MOWER SETUP........................ 3
Adjust the Handlebar........................... 3
Assemble the Grass Bag..................... 4
BEFORE EACH OPERATION
Check Your Mower.............................. 4
Check Your Mowing Area.................... 4
Clip Director®...................................... 5
Cutting Height Adjustment................... 6
Check the Oil Level............................. 6
Add Fuel.............................................. 7
OPERATION
Safe Mowing Practices........................ 7
Operating the Controls........................ 8
Starting the Engine.............................. 9
Stopping the Engine............................ 9
SERVICING YOUR MOWER
Maintenance Safety............................. 9
Maintenance Schedule...................... 10
Blade Inspection................................ 11
Blade Replacement........................... 11
Oil Change ........................................ 12
Air Filter............................................. 12
Spark Plug......................................... 13
Spark Arrester (optional part)............ 13
Blade Control Check ......................... 13
Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment 14
Charging the Battery ......................... 14
TRANSPORTING ................................. 15
STORAGE
Fuel ................................................... 15
Oil...................................................... 15
Cleaning............................................ 15
Storage Location............................... 15
Handlebar.......................................... 16
Removing From Storage................... 16
TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine Will Not Start ......................... 16
Loss of Power....................................... 16
Vibration ............................................... 16
Mowing and Bagging Problems............ 16
TECHNICAL INFORMATION
Serial Number Locations...................... 17
High Altitude Operation........................ 17
Emission Control System ..................... 17
Air Index ............................................... 18
Specifications ....................................... 18
FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE............. 19
CUSTOMER INFORMATION
Parts, Accessories, and Service Items. 20
Dealer Locator Information................... 20
How to Contact Honda ......................... 20
Honda Publications .............................. 20
DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY. 21
EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY.......... 22
PRODUCT REGISTRATION ................... 23
OWNER’S MANUAL
HRR216VLA
LAWN MOWER
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.
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Honda HRR216VLA Specifications

General

Displacement	160 cc
Cutting Width	21 inches
Cutting Height Adjustment	6 positions
Drive Type	Self-propelled
Starter Type	Recoil
Mulching	Yes
Bagging	Yes
Rear Discharge	Yes
Side Discharge	Yes
Cutting Height	4 in
Drive System	Variable speed
Fuel Tank Capacity	0.9 qt
Blade System	MicroCut

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Safety Instructions

Explains safety message signals like DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE.

Safety Label Locations

Identifies locations and purpose of safety labels on the mower.

PARTS AND CONTROLS

INITIAL MOWER SETUP

List of Parts

Lists all components included with the mower for initial setup.

Adjust the Handlebar

Step-by-step guide on how to adjust the handlebar for comfortable operation.

BEFORE EACH OPERATION

Check Your Mower

Pre-operation inspection checklist to ensure the mower is in safe working condition.

Check Your Mowing Area

Guidelines for inspecting the mowing area for hazards before starting.

Add Engine Oil

Instructions for adding the correct amount of engine oil before first use.

Assemble the Grass Bag

Steps for correctly assembling the grass bag for use.

Clip Director®

Bag or Rear Discharge

Instructions on setting the Clip Director for bagging or rear discharge.

Mulching

Instructions on setting the Clip Director for mulching grass clippings.

Rear Shield

Guidance on inspecting and maintaining the rear discharge shield.

Grass Bag

Installation

Steps for correctly installing the grass bag onto the mower deck.

Removal

Steps for safely removing the grass bag from the mower.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Check the Oil Level

OPERATION

Safe Mowing Practices

Essential safety tips for operating the lawn mower.

Avoid Rotating Blades

Warning and precautions regarding the mower's sharp, rotating blades.

Clear Mowing Area

Importance of clearing the area of debris and people before mowing.

Keep Shields in Place

Emphasizes keeping all safety shields in place during operation.

Operating the Controls

Blade Control Lever

Explanation of the blade control lever's function for starting and stopping.

Smart Drive™ Control

How to use the Smart Drive control for variable speed operation.

Adjusting the Smart Drive Control

Guide to adjusting the Smart Drive control for operator comfort.

SERVICING YOUR MOWER

Maintenance Safety

Crucial safety precautions to follow when performing maintenance tasks.

Starting the Engine

Step-by-step guide on how to start the lawn mower engine.

Stopping the Engine

Instructions on how to safely stop the mower's engine.

Maintenance Schedule

Safety Precautions

General safety rules to follow before starting any maintenance or repairs.

Blade Inspection

Blade Replacement

Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection

Oil Change

Engine Oil Recommendations

Details on recommended oil types and viscosity for the engine.

Air Filter

Instructions for cleaning and replacing the air filter to maintain engine performance.

Spark Plug

Spark Arrester (optional part)

Blade Control Check

Smart Drive Cable Check/Adjustment

Charging the Battery

Replacing a Fuse

TRANSPORTING

STORAGE

Fuel

Recommendations for preparing the fuel system for storage.

Oil

Steps for adding oil to the cylinder for storage to prevent rust.

Cleaning

Instructions for cleaning the mower deck, engine, and grass bag.

Storage Location

Guidance on selecting a safe and appropriate location for storing the mower.

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start

Common causes and solutions for an engine that fails to start.

Loss of Power

Identifies potential causes for a loss of engine power and their corrections.

Vibration

Explains reasons for mower vibration and how to address them.

Mowing and Bagging Problems

Solutions for common issues encountered during mowing or bagging.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number Locations

Shows where to find the engine and frame serial numbers for reference.

High Altitude Operation

Discusses performance adjustments for operating the mower at high altitudes.

Emission Control System

Overview of the engine's emission control system and its maintenance.

Specifications

Mower Features

Lists key features of the HRR216K9VLA Honda lawn mower.

Dimensions and Weights

Provides physical dimensions and weight specifications for the mower.

Engine Design and Performance

Details on the engine's type, displacement, and performance characteristics.

FUEL SYSTEM MAINTENANCE

CUSTOMER INFORMATION

Parts, Accessories, and Service Items

Lists part numbers and notes for replacement parts and accessories.

Dealer Locator Information

Provides instructions on how to find an authorized Honda servicing dealer.

Honda Publications

Lists available manuals and resources for maintaining the mower.

DISTRIBUTOR'S LIMITED WARRANTY

Honda Parts, Accessories, and Apparel

Details the warranty coverage for Honda parts, accessories, and apparel.

EMISSION SYSTEM WARRANTY

YOUR WARRANTY RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS:

Outlines the owner's responsibilities and rights related to the emission warranty.

OWNER'S WARRANTY RESPONSIBILITY:

Details the owner's duties for maintaining the engine to comply with emission standards.

TO OBTAIN WARRANTY SERVICE:

Instructions on how to get emission warranty service from a dealer.

PRODUCT REGISTRATION