Congratulations on your selection of a Honda lawn mower. This manual contains essential information to help you operate your new mower safely and get the best results from it. It covers safety precautions, control identification, fueling, starting, mowing practices, transportation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and storage procedures.
The document includes detailed sections on avoiding hazards such as rotating blades and thrown objects, proper refueling techniques, and wearing protective clothing. It also outlines a specific maintenance schedule for routine inspections and servicing to keep the mower in good operating condition.
| Fuel Type | Unleaded gasoline with pump octane rating of 86 or higher |
|---|---|
| Engine Oil Type | SAE 10W-30, API SH or SJ |
| Spark Plug Gap | 0.028 ~ 0.031 in (0.7 ~ 0.8 mm) |
| Blade Belt Torque | 36~43 ft-lb (49 ~ 59 N-m, 5.0~-6.0 kg-m) |
| Carburetor Idle Speed | 2,100 +150 rpm |
Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher.
Use SAE 10W-30 motor oil that meets API SH or SJ specifications.
You should check the engine oil level before each use.