Honda H R B 215 Manual

4. ATTACHMENTS 
A hard-shell grass catcher, and a side-discharge chute, are available from 
authorized Honda lawn mower dealers. They attach to the cutter deck in place 
of the standard grass bag. 
HARD-SHELL GRASS CATCHER (optional) 
GRASS CATCHER 
SIDE-DISCHARGE CHUTE (optional) 
SIDE DISCHARGE 
CHUTE 
19  

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
Check the following items before starting the engine 
BLADE 
Turn the fuel valve OFF, and tilt the 
mower to the right, so the carburetor 
side is up. 
NOTE: Hard starting and fuel leakage 
may result if the mower is tilted with 
the carburetor side down. 
Inspect the blade for wear and damage. 
BtiDE 
BOLTS 
NORMAL EXCESSIVELY BENT CRACKED 
WORN 
A dull blade can be sharpened, but a blade that is worn out, bent, cracked, 
or otherwise damaged must be replaced. A worn or damaged...

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
GRASS BAG 
Check that the grass bag is in good 
condition and not clogged. 
A clogged grass bag will not collect 
grass efficiently. When the bag needs 
cleaning, wash it with a garden hose, 
and allow it to dry thoroughly before 
use; a wet bag will clog quickly. 
The grass bag wears during normal 
use and will eventually require 
replacement. If you operate the mower 
with a damaged or worn out bag, 
objects picked up by the blade may be 
thrown through the bag material....

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
ENGINE OIL 
Check the engine oil level with the engine stopped and the mower on a level 
surface 
1. Remove the oil filler cap, and wipe the dipstick clean. 
2. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do not screw it in. 
3. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near the lower level, fill to the 
upper level with the recommended oil. Do not overfill. 
r-ii%q Running the engine with a low oil level will cause engine 
damage. 
Use high-detergent, premium quality...

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
FUEL 
Fuel tank capacity: 0.26 US gal (1.0 PI 
Remove the filler cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the fuel level 
is low. Refuel carefully to avoid overfilling or spilling fuel. There should be no 
fuel in the filler neck. 
bwl Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can 
explode, causing serious injury or death. Use extreme care when handling 
gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN. 
Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Do not...

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
Fuel Recommendation 
Pump octane rating: 66 or higher. 
We recommend unleaded fuel because it produces fewer engine and spark plug 
deposits and extends exhaust system life 
Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture Avoid getting 
dirt or water in the fuel tank. 
Occasionally you may hear light “spark knock” or “pinging” (metallic rapping 
noise) while operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern. 
If spark knock or pinging occurs at a steady...

Check that the air filter is clean and in good condition. A dirty air filter will restrict 
air flow to the carburetor, reducing engine performance A damaged air filter 
will allow dirt to enter the engine, causing rapid engine wear. 
1. Remove the cover screws, then remove the air cleaner cover. 
2. Inspect the paper and foam elements of the air filter. Replace the filter if 
either of the filter elements are damaged. Clean or replace the filter if the 
filter elements are dirty. See page 42 for...

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK 
HANDLEBAR HEIGHT 
Check that the handlebar is in a 
comfortable operating positon. If 
necessary, readjust handlebar height. 
1. 
2. 
3. 
4. Loosen both left and right height 
adjuster locking bolts with a 12 mm 
wrench. 
Slightly loosen the lower handlebar 
locking knobs. This will allow the 
height adjusters to move more 
easily. 
Adjust the handlebar to a comfor- 
table height. 
Tighten the locking knobs, then 
tighten the locking bolts. 
CUTTING HEIGHT 
Check the cutting...

6. OPERATION 
BTAIVING THE ENGINE 
If you run the engine in an area that 
is confined, or even partially enclosed, 
the air can become contaminated with 
a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. 
poisonous carbon monoxide, a 
colorless and odorless gas. Breathing 
exhaust can cause loss of conscious- 
ness and may lead to death. To keep 
exhaust gas from building up, provide 
adequate ventilation. FUEL VALVE 
1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. 
2. FOR STARTING A COLD ENGINE: Move the throttle lever to...

6. OPERATION 
NOTE (HR215SMA): The engine switch 
must be in the ON oosition to use the 
recoil starter. The engine cannot be started 
with the engine switch OFF. 
ELECTRIC STARTING (HR215SMA) 
Turn the engine switch key to the START 
position, and hold it there until the engine 
starts. 
When the engine starts, release the key, 
allowing it to return to the ON position. 
If the engine fails to start within 5 
seconds, release the key, and wait at least 
10 seconds before operating the starter 
again....