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CONTENTS
Add Fuel............................................ 7 Cleaning .......................................... 16 Oil Change................................................. 13
Air Filter........................................... 13 Dealer Locator Information .............. 21 Operating the Controls ................................ 8
Blade Inspection.............................. 12 How to Contact Honda .................... 21 Serial Number Locations ........................... 18
Check the Oil Level ........................... 6 Maintenance Schedule .................... 11 Spark Plug ................................................. 14
FOR YOUR SAFETY ........................ 2 SERVICING YOUR MOWER ......... 10 TROUBLESHOOTING .............................. 17
PARTS AND CONTROLS................. 3 Maintenance Safety ................. 10 Engine Will Not Start ........................... 17
INITIAL MOWER SETUP.................. 3 Maintenance Schedule............. 11 Loss of Power ..................................... 17
List of Parts................................. 3 Blade Inspection....................... 12 Vibration .............................................. 17
Adjust the Handlebar .................. 3 Blade Mounting Bolt Inspection 12 Mowing and Bagging Problems .......... 17
Add Engine Oil............................ 4 Blade Replacement .................. 12 TECHNICAL INFORMATION .................... 18
Assemble the Grass Bag ............ 4 Oil Change ............................... 13 Serial Number Locations..................... 18
BEFORE EACH OPERATION .......... 4 Air Filter.................................... 13 High Altitude Operation ....................... 18
Check Your Mower...................... 4 Spark Plug................................ 14 Emission Control System .................... 18
Check Your Mowing Area ........... 4 Spark Arrester (optional part) ... 14 Air Index .............................................. 19
Clip Director® ............................. 5 Control Cable Adjustments....... 15 Specifications ...................................... 19
Rear Shield ................................. 5 TRANSPORTING ........................... 16 AVOIDING FUEL-RELATED PROBLEMS 20
Grass Bag................................... 6 STORAGE ...................................... 16 CUSTOMER INFORMATION .................... 21
Cutting Height Adjustment .......... 6 Fuel .......................................... 16 Parts, Accessories, and Service Items 21
Check the Oil Level..................... 6 Cleaning ................................... 16 Dealer Locator Information.................. 21
Add Fuel...................................... 7 Oil............................................. 16 How to Cont
act Honda ........................ 21
OPERATION ..................................... 7 Storage Location ...................... 16 Honda Publications ............................. 21
Safe Mowing Practices ............... 7 Handlebar................................. 17 DISTRIBUTOR’S LIMITED WARRANTY .. 22
Operating the Controls................ 8 Removing From Storage .......... 17 EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Starting the Engine...................... 9 WARRANTY .............................................. 23
Stopping the Engine.................... 9 PRODUCT REGISTRATION ..................... 27
Mowing Tips................................ 9
OWNER’S MANUAL
HRX217HYAA
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.
© 2020-2021 American Honda Motor Co., Inc.—All Rights Reserved
QUESTIONS?
Contact your Honda dealer.
There is a dealer locator at
powerequipment.honda.com
00X31VH7 W201

Table of Contents

Questions and Answers

  • L
    Leonard KempAug 6, 2025
    Why Honda HRX217HYAAA Lawn Mower engine will not start?
    • P
      priscilla08Aug 6, 2025
      Your Honda Lawn Mower engine might not start due to several reasons. Ensure the throttle lever is in the FAST position. Check that the fuel valve is turned ON and that you have enough fuel. Bad or old fuel can also be a culprit, so refuel with fresh gasoline. Inspect the spark plug; it may be faulty, fouled, or improperly gapped and needs gapping or replacement. If the spark plug is wet with fuel, dry and reinstall it. If none of these solve the issue, the fuel filter might be clogged, or there could be a carburetor or ignition malfunction, or stuck valves, requiring a servicing dealer's attention.
  • J
    Jeffrey SimmonsAug 14, 2025
    How to fix loss of power in my Honda Lawn Mower?
    • D
      dawn18Aug 14, 2025
      If your Honda Lawn Mower is losing power, there are several potential causes. First, make sure the throttle is set to the FAST position. If the grass is too tall, raise the cutting height, cut a narrower swath, use a slower ground speed, or cut more frequently. Wet grass can also cause power loss, so allow the grass to dry. Check for clogs in the mower deck or air filter and clean them. Finally, bad fuel can be a factor; refuel with fresh gasoline. For more complex issues like a clogged fuel filter, carburetor malfunction, ignition malfunction, or stuck valves, take the mower to an authorized Honda servicing dealer.
  • J
    Joseph LeAug 22, 2025
    What to do if my Honda Lawn Mower has mowing and bagging problems?
    • K
      kaitlyn62Aug 22, 2025
      If you're experiencing mowing and bagging issues with your Honda Lawn Mower, consider these points: Make sure you aren't moving too fast for the lawn conditions by adjusting the shift lever towards the SLOW position. Ensure that all cutting height adjustment levers are set at the same position. Check if the grass bag or mower deck is clogged and clean them if necessary. If the grass is too tall, raise the cutting height, cut a narrower swath, use a slower ground speed, or cut more frequently; also, ensure the grass is dry. Finally, inspect the blades; they might be dull, worn, or damaged and need sharpening or replacement, or the wrong blades might be installed, and you need to install the correct ones.
  • M
    Mr. William HarrellAug 29, 2025
    Why is my Honda Lawn Mower vibrating so much?
    • E
      Eric ClarkAug 29, 2025
      Excessive vibration in your Honda Lawn Mower can stem from a few issues. Check for grass and debris lodged under the mower deck and clean it out. Ensure the blades aren't loose and tighten any loose blade bolts. If the blades are bent, damaged, or unbalanced due to improper sharpening, take the mower to an authorized Honda servicing dealer for repair.

Summary

FOR YOUR SAFETY

Safety Instructions

General guidance on safety information presentation, including signal words and label types.

Safety Label Locations

Describes the location and purpose of safety labels on the lawn mower.

PARTS AND CONTROLS

List of Parts

Identifies major components of the mower with reference numbers.

Adjust the Handlebar

Instructions for adjusting the handlebar position for comfortable operation.

INITIAL MOWER SETUP

Add Engine Oil

Step-by-step instructions for adding the correct amount of engine oil.

Assemble the Grass Bag

Instructions for correctly assembling and installing the grass bag.

BEFORE EACH OPERATION

Check Your Mower

Pre-operation inspection of the mower's condition for safe operation.

Check Your Mowing Area

Inspect the lawn area for hazards before mowing to prevent injury.

OPERATION

Safe Mowing Practices

General advice for safe lawn mowing to prevent injuries and damage.

Operating the Controls

Details on using the mower's throttle, blade control, and drive clutch levers.

Starting and Stopping the Engine

Procedures for safely starting and stopping the engine.

SERVICING YOUR MOWER

Maintenance Safety

General safety precautions to follow when performing maintenance tasks.

Maintenance Schedule

Outlines recommended service intervals and tasks for the mower.

TRANSPORTING

STORAGE

TROUBLESHOOTING

Engine Will Not Start

Common causes and solutions for engine starting issues.

Loss of Power

Troubleshooting steps for diagnosing and fixing reduced engine power.

Vibration

Identifying causes and corrective actions for mower vibration.

Mowing and Bagging Problems

Solutions for common issues encountered during mowing and bagging.

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

Serial Number Locations

Information on where to find the engine and mower serial numbers.

High Altitude Operation

Considerations and modifications for operating the mower at high altitudes.

Emission Control System

Details regarding the engine's emission control system and warranty.

Specifications

Key technical data and specifications for the mower and engine.

Honda HRX217HYAAA Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandHonda
ModelHRX217HYAAA
CategoryLawn Mower
LanguageEnglish

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