The HR194 meets CPSC blade safety requirement

for walkbehind rotary power mowers.

This manual covers operation and maintenance of the HONDA ROTARY MOWER HR194.
All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of approval
for printing. Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without
incurring any obligation.
Any powered product can be a potential source of danger if misused or improperly maintained.
Pay particular attention to statements preceded by the following words:

Indicates

a possibility

of personal

injury

or equipment

damage if instructions

are not followed.

NOTE:
Gives helpful information.

This manual should be considered

sold.

a permanent

part of the mower and should remain with the mower if it is

HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD 1983, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Thank you for purchasing a Honda Lawn Mower.

If any problems occur, or if there are any questions concerning the mower, consult an authorized
dealer.
No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.

The Honda
instructions

Read

bag. Any

other

and

personal

rotary
mower
is designed
to give wfe and depettdable
service if operrlretl
and ittrended
use: tnowing (cu ttittg) grass, attd baggittg cut grass wltett eqtripltetl
use could

utzdersrattd

injury

HONDA

accorvli~~g lo
witIt rl~c grass

be dangerous.

the

or equipment

Owners

Mattual

damage.

before

operating

the mower.

Failure

10 do so could

resrrll

irt

CONTENTS..
GENERAL

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SAFETY ....................

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
CONTROLS..
OPERATION
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Highaltitudeoperation

MAINTENANCE

TROUBLESHOOTING
SPECIFICATIONS

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4
5
7
9

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TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

WARRANTY

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19
22
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SERVICE .....................................................

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GENERAL

* Kmw
sratrd

SAFETY

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lo stop

atijotie

rite ettgitte

qrtick1.v attd rtttder-

of all rite cortrrols.

operatiott

10 operate

rite ttiower

s~txctioti.
* The reur slticgld is for your

Never

witiiorct

proper

protecriott;

keep

Tire bludc
irutrds or
tttowr

is sharp attd dattgerous.

irtidcr
[lie ttiower.

feel

lo

rlrttttittg.
blade or

r.upose

rite

blade

itiit it1

ltlO\\CI,

stop

lite

ettgitte

.sjturk plirg cap.

* Kwp
clear oJ tire disclturge
is ttol

urruclred

lo

uwtid

Never pit your

Never tilt the

while

If JON fittd it necessary

the

is

fo work ott the

attd

opettittg
bcittg

engitle

retttove

tile

rvitett the bag

itir

by

a JIJSittg

objccr.
Clcur tire luwtt oJ sricks. .stotws. or debris before
t~l(JR1illg.
Alow 0trl.v itt clwtwl
urws iti duj.ligltr
or
grtod 0rliJlciul
* Pro/wt

ligitr.

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wurittg

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trolrsos

uititropriute
.siroc~s.Dot1 I weur IOOSCJitritrg
or sutrdals rvltetr ttiowitrg.

utrd

clotlritrg

attd pets away fiottl

rite tttowcr

at all

tittres.

pkuce ut all rittles.

*

* Keep cltildrett

perttrit
*

If rite blade strikes a stotte, sprittkler

head, etc. be

swe the blade, blade holder, woodruff ke.~, fusletlers. cranksitafr,

erc. are it1 good cotrditiort
before
cotititiliitrg
to tnow.
Replace

att.v damaged

parts.

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
SHIFT LfVER

DTIVE CLUTCH LEVER

THROTTLE
LEVER
SXA Type

RECOIL STARTER

ROTO-STOP LEVER

THROTTLE

MUFFLER

LEVER

GRASS BAG HANDLE

CUTTING HEIGHT
ADJUSTING LEVER

GRASS BAG

AIR CLEANER
PXA Type

DISCHARGE GUARD
HANDLE
FUEL TANK CAP

OIL FILLER CAP

HANDLE JOINTS

ENGINE OIL DRAIN PLUG

CONTROLS

THROTTLE
CONTROL LEVEI

Throttle positions
CHOKE
HI
LO
STOP

ROTO-STOP Lever
To put the cutting blade into operation, press the
button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever and push the
lever forward, holding it against the handlebar.
The blade will stop when the ROTO-STOP lever is
released.

PXA Type

Drive Clutch Lever (SXA Type only)

The mower moves forward when only the drive clutch
lever is squeezed and stops when the lever is released.
1CA UTIOA

When cutting
+ First,

grass;

grip the ROTO-STOP

lever only. At this time,

the cutting blade should be free

as grass, etc., to allow for rapid

of any obstacle such

acceleration

to nor-

mal engine R. P.M.

+ After increasing engine R.P.M. grip [he drive clutch
lever so that the engine operates more smoothly.

Shift Lever (SXA type only)

Two forward speeds are available:

DRIVE CLUTCH LEVE

OPERATION
This MOWER should be always used with the grass
bag in place.
The following suggestions and rules are intended to
help you operate your Honda HR194 under the safest
conditions possible. Be alert and exercise the same
care using the mower as you would when using any
other power tool.
[CA]
* Be

especially

careful

when

mowing

uneven

or

rough ground.
The mower may tilt,
exposing the
blade, and hidden objects could be thrown by the
blade.
*

Keep all four

iJse extra

care

wheels on the ground.

when

keep the blade from

mowing
striking

around

objects

to

them. Never delibera-

tely mow over any object.

* Stop
object

the engine

immediately

or the mower

spark plug

cap (keep

starts

if the blade
to vibrate.

hits an

Remove

the wire away from

the

the plug)

and inspect for damage.

* Never move the shif lever when the mower
propelling
(SXA type only).

is self-

* Mow across slopes. Do not mow excessively steep

slopes.
* Always push, never pull, a mower with the engine
running. Control direction by the handle, not by
foot pressure on the mower housing.
* Keep a firm hold on the handle and walk, never
run, with the mower.

BEFORE

YOU START THE MOWER

1. Check the engine oil level.

* Engine
formance

oil

is a major

factor

and service

life.

affecting

engine

Non-detergent

per-

or veget-

able oils are not recommended.

* Running
serious

the engine

with

insufficient

oil can cause

engine damage.

Use Honda-4-stroke,
or an equivalent high detergent, premium quality motor oil certified to meet or
exceed U.S. automobile manufacturers requirements
for service classification SE or SF (Motor oils classified SE or SF will show this designation on the
container).
SAE low-40 is recommended
for general, all temperature use.
a. Place the mower on a level surface.
b. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick
clean.
c. Insert the dipstick into the oil filler neck, but do
not screw it in.
d. Check the oil level shown on the dipstick. If near
the lower level, fill to the upper level with the
recommended oil.
10

1-1

,
I
I
-20
0
20
40
60
80
100F
L
I
-30
-20
-10
0
10
20
30 40C

2. Check the fuel level.

Your engine is designed to use any gasoline that has a
of 86 or higher,
pump octane number (w)
or that has a research octane number of 91 or higher.
Gasoline pumps at service station normally display
the pump octane number.
We recommend that you use unleaded fuel because it
produces fewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends the life of exhaust system components.
Never use stale or contaminated
gasoline or an
oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt, dust or water
in the fuel tank. Use of a lower octane gasoline can
cause persistent pinging or heavy spark knock
(a metallic rapping noise) which, if severe, can lead to
engine damage.

* Refuel in a well-ventilated

area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the
area where the engine is refueled or where gasoline is
stored.
Do not overfill the fuel tank (there should be no fuel
in the filler neck). After refueling, make sure the tank
cap is closed properly and securely.
Be careful not to spillfuel
when refueling. Spilledfuel
or fuel vapor may ignite. Ifany fuel is spilled, make
sure the area is dry before starting the engine.
Avoid repeated or prolonged
contact with skin or
breathing
of vapor. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF
CHILDREN.

pzmzq
*

If

Spark knock
or pinging
occurs at a steady
engine speed under normal load, change brands of
gasoline. If spark knock or pinging persists, consult
your authorized
Honda dealer. Failure to do so is
considered misuse, and damage caused by misuse is
not covered by Hondas Limited
Warranty.

Occasionally you may experience light spark knock while

operating under heavy loads. This is no cause for concern, it simply means your engine is operating efficiently.
*

Gasoline is extremely flammable

under certain conditions.

and

is explosive

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GASOLINES

CONTAINING

ALCOHOL

If you decide to use a gasoline containing alcohol

(gasohol), be sure its octane rating is at least as high
as that recommended by Honda. There are two types
of gasohol: one containing ethanol, and the other
containing methanol. Do not use gasohol that contains more than 10% ethanol. Do not use gasoline
containing methanol (methyl or wood alcohol) that
does not also contain cosolvents and corrosion inhibitors for methanol. Never use gasoline containing
more than 5% methanol, even if it has cosolvents and
corrosion inhibitors.
NOTE:
+ Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuels that contain
alcohol is not covered under the warranty. Honda
cannot endorse the use of fuels containing
methanol since evidence of their suitability is as yet
incomplete.
* Before buying fuel from an unfamiliar station, try
to find out if the fuel contains alcohol, if it does,
confirm the type and percentage of alcohol used. If
you notice any undesirable operating symptoms
while using a gasoline that contains alcohol, or one
that you think contains alcohol, switch to a
gasoline that you know does not contain alcohol.

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3. Handle height adjustment

Adjust handle height for comvenient mowing.
- Loosen both side of handle hook bolts.
Swing the handle up or down as required.
* After adjusting, make sure the handle hook bolts
are tightened securely.
4.Check the grass bag for fraying, tears and clogged
mesh. Wash the bag with water if necessary, and
let it dry thoroughly. Grass will not chute properly without adequate ventilaton through the bag.
Make sure that the bag is positioned properly.
5. Check the blade bolts for tightness.
Torque: 5.0-6.0 kg-m (36.2-43.4 ft-lb)
l

To be certah

that the engine will

tall)!, remove the spark

this iiispection.

tlot start accidew

plug cap before

performirlg

6. Check the air cleaner element and clean it if it is

dirty (p. 25).

HANDLE

HOOK BOLT

STARTING

THE ENGINE

* Exhaust gas contains poisonous

carbon monoxide.
Never run the mower in an enclosed area. Be sure
to provide

adequate

ventilation.

1. Move the throttle lever to CHOKE.

CHO

NOTE:
Do not use CHOKE" when the engine is warm or
the air temperature
is high. Move the throttle to
LO instead.
2. Turn the fuel valve ON.

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PXA Type

SXA Type

3. Place your foot on the STEP of the mower

housing.
4. Pull the starter rope lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly.
NOTE:
Do not allow the rope to snap back; return it by
hand.
5. After the engine warms up, move the throttle lever
to HI. Push the ROTO-STOP lever forward to
put the cutting blade into operation.
SXA type only:
Move the shift lever to 1. Engage the drive
clutch/ROTO-STOP and the mower will move forward.
For faster speeds, shift to 2.
HROTTLE LEVER

NOTE:
The throttle lever may be moved anywhere between
HI and LO to adjust engine speed during operation.
However the engine may stall if the lever is at LO
when the ROTO-STOP is engaged.

PXA Type

SXA Type

Flooded

Engine

If the engine wont start after several pulls on the starter

rope the engine is probably flooded.
To clear a flooded engine:
1. Move the throttle lever to STOP and turn off the
fuel valve.
2. Remove and dry the spark plug. When re-installing
the plug, thread it in by hand until it seats. Then
tighten it an additional I/8-1/4 turn with the spark
plug wrench to compress the washer.
3. Move the throttle to HI, turn on the fuel valve and
repeat steps 3-5 under Starting the Engine.
Stopping

High altitude

operation

At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be excessively rich. Performance
will
decrease, and fuel consumption will increase.
High altitude performance can be improved by installing a smaller diameter main fuel jet in the carbuetor
and readjusting the pilot screw. If you always operate
the rotary mower at altitudes higher than 6,000 feet
above sea level, have your authorized Honda Rotary
Mower dealer perform these carburetor modifications.
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TLE
SXA Type

the Engine

1. Release the drive clutch (SXA type only) and ROTOSTOP lever.
2. Move the throttle lever to STOP and turn off the
fuel valve.
l

STOP

PXA

Type

Even with suitable

carburetor
jetting,
engine
horsepower will decrease approximately
3.5% for
each 1,000 foot increase in altitude. The affect of
altitude on horsepower will be greater than this if no
carburetor modification is made.
+ Operation of the mower at an altitude lower than the
carburetor is jetted for may result in reduced performance, overheating,
and serious engine damage caused by an excessively lean air/fuel
mixture.

Cutting Height Adjustment

Six settings are available: 3/4, l, l-1/2, 2, 2-l/2,
,,
3 .

1. Stop the engine.

2. Push the front and rear adjusting levers toward the
wheels and move them up or down to raise or
lower cutting height. Adjust all four wheels to the
same height.
* Be careful not to touch the muffler
ing the right front wheel height.
The muffler

will

gine is stopped.

stay hot for

a while

when adjustafter

the en-

ADJUSTING

LEVERS

Grass Bag
The bag is subject to wear under normal usage;
check frequently
for fraying and tears. Replace
deteriorated bags only with Honda replacement bags
or their equivalent. When the bag needs cleaning,
wash it with water and make sure it is dry before
using it.
Clogged mesh will result in poor grass chuting and a
wet bag will clog quickly.
Removal
1. Stop the engine.
2. Raise the discharge guard, grasp the grass bag
handle, and lift the bag to unhook it from the
mower.
Installation
Raise the discharge guard and hook the grass bag
frame over the retaining tabs on the mower.

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TRANSPORTING/STORAGE
HANDLE JOINTS

Transporting
Turn the
mower.

fuel valve OFF

when transporting

the

HANDLE JOINTS
*

fuel and oil spillage

fbel may ignite.

To avoid
spilled

to tlot

tilt

the unit;

The handle may be folded for convenience:

1. Remove the grass bag (p. 18).
2. Loosen the upper and lower handle joints and
collapse the handle as shown.

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Preparation

for Storage

The following steps should be taken to protect the

mower whenever it will be stored for longer than 30
days.
1. Drain the fuel tank and carburetor into a suitable
gasoline container:
A. Disconnect the fuel tube from the carburetor
and drain the fuel tank.
B. Loosen the carburetor drain bolt to drain the
carburetor.
C. Retighten the drain bolt, connect the fuel tube
and turn the fuel valve OFF.

* Gasoline
lolder
flames

is

extremely

flammable

certain couditiotls.
Do riot
or sparks in tlte area.

a,ld

explosive

smoke

or allow

2. Change the engirie oil (p. 24).

NOTE:
If the mower will be stored for longer than a year,
remove the spark plug and pour three tablespoonsful
of clean motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter
rope slowly two or three times to distribute the oil.
Replace the plug.
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FUEL VALVE/

3. Pull the starter rope until resistance is felt. This

closes the valves and helps to protect the combustion chamber from corrosion.
4. Remove dirt and debris from the underside of the
mower housing. Clean the mower thoroughly.
Paint areas that may rust with a rust-resistant paint,
or coat with a light film of oil.
5. Move the shift lever into 1st position.
6. Cover the mower and store it on a level surface in a
dry, dust-free area.

///

STARTER GRIP
/
\

Removal From Storage

1. Remove the spark plug; check that it is clean and
properly gapped (p. 26). Pull the starter rope several
times.
2. Thread the spark plug in as far as possible by hand,
then use the plug wrench to tighten l/8 to l/4 turn
further to crush the plug washer.
3. Check the engine oil level and condition.
4. Fill the fuel tank and start the engine.
NOTE:
If the cylinder was coated with oil, the engine will
smoke at start up; this is normal.

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MAINTENANCE

shut off the engine

cap before perform-

To prevent accidental
start-up,
and disconnect
the spark plug
ing any maintenance.

Use only

for

genuine

Honda

parts

maintenance
or repair.
which are not of equivalent

or their

equivalent

Replacement
parts
quality
may damage

the mower.

Periodic inspection and adjustment of the Honda

HR194 are essential if high level performance is to
be maintained. Regular maintenance will also help to
extend service life. The required service intervals and
the kind of maintenance to be performed are described in the chart on the following page.

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Maintenance

Fuel tuabe

Schedule

Every 3 years (2)

(1) Service more frequently when used in dusty areas.

(2) These items should be serviced by an authorized lawn mower, unless the owner has the proper tools and is mechanically
proficient.
See the Honda Shop Manual.
(3) For professional commercial use, log hours of operation to determine proper maintenance intervals.

ENGINE

OIL CHANGE

Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid
and complete draining.
1. Remove the filler cap.
2. Remove the drain bolt, drain the oil, and retighten the
bolt securely.
3. Refill to the Upper level mark with the recommended oil. Tighten the cap securely to prevent
leakage.

Used motor oil may cause skin cancer if repeatedly

left in contact with the skin for prolonged
periods.
AIthough
this is unlikely unless you handle used oil on
a dairy basis, it is still advisable to thoroughly
wash
your hands with soap and water as soon as possible
after handling used oil.

NOTE:
Please dispose of used motor oil in
compatible with the environment.
take it in a sealed container to your
tion for reclamation. Do not throw
pour it on the ground.

a manner that is
We suggest you
local service stait in the trash or

UPPER
LEVEL

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AIR CLEANER

SERVICE

A dirty air cleaner will restrict air flow to the

carburetor. To prevent carburetor malfunction, service the air cleaner frequently.
1. Remove the wing bolts and the air cleaner cover.
Remove the elements and separate them. Carefully
check both elements for holes or tears and replace
if damaged.
2. Foam element: Clean in warm soapy water, rinse
and allow to dry thoroughly. Or clean in high
flash-point solvent and allow to dry. Dip the
element in clean engine oil and squeeze out all the
excess. The engine will smoke during initial startup if too much oil is left in the foam.
3. Paper element: Tap the element lightly several
times on a hard surface to remove excess dirt, or
blow compressed air through the filter from the
inside out. Never try to brush the dirt off; brushing
will force dirt into the fibers.

WING BOLTS
PAPER
ELE

AIR CLEANER

FUEL STRAINER SERVICE

1. Drain the fuel tank (see p. 20).
2. Remove the fuel line from the fuel tank.
3. Remove the fuel strainer from the fuel tank and
inspect the filter screen. Clean the screen with a
high flash-point solvent if it is dirty.
4. Reinstall the fuel strainer and the fuel line on the
fuel tank. Refill the tank with gasoline and check
for leaks.

TANK
FUEL LINE
FUEL STRAINER

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SPARK

PLUG

Standard Plug: BPSES, BPRSES (NGK)

W 16EP-U, W 16EPR-U (ND)
1. Disconnect the cap and remove the spark plug.
the plug. Discard the plug if its
tip is heavily deposited or if the insulator is
cracked or chipped.
3. Measure the plug gap with a wire-type feeler gauge;
it should be 0.6-0.7 mm (0.024-0.028
in). If
adjustment is necessary, bend the side electrode
carefully.
4. Make sure the sealing washer is in good condition,
then thread the spark plug in by hand until it seats.
5. Use the wrench to tighten a new plug l/2 turn
further to compress the washer. If you are reusing
the plug it should only take l/8-1/4 turn after the
plug seats.
6. Replace the spark plug cap.
2. Visually inspect

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0.6-0.7 mm
(0.024-0.028

in.)

BLADEREMOVALANDSHARPENING

Wear heavy gloves to protect

* Disconnect
ral start-up.

the spark plug

your

hands.

cap to prevent

acciden-

1. Turn the fuel valve to OFF, and drain the

carburetor (see p. 20).
2. Tilt the mower so the carburetor side is up.
Remove the blade bolts to remove the blade.
NOTE:
Never tilt the mower so the carburetor
It will result in hard starting.

side is down.

3. Sharpen the blade cutting edges with a file. File

the top side only. Maintain the original bevel for a
fine cutting edge. File both ends evenly to maintain blade balance.
NOTE:
Use only a genuine HONDA replacement blade or
equivalent.
4. Clean away any dirt and grass from around the
blade shaft.
5. Install the blade so that the blade bolts are securely
tightened to the specified torque.
Torque: 5.0-6.0 kg-m (36.2-43.4 ft-lb)

BLADE

t BLADE BOLTS
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THROTTLE

CONTROL CABLE ADJUSTMENT

1. With the throttle lever in the CHOKE position,

the carburetor choke arm should move all the way
to the right, as far as it will go. Push the choke
arm with your finger to check whether it is all the
way to the right.
2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the control cable
lock nuts, and move the adjuster up or down as
required. Tighten the lock nuts, and recheck the
carburetor choke arm position.
3. Start the engine, and make sure the engine stops
when the throttle lever is moved to the STOP
position. Readjust the cable if necessary.

CH

LEVER
SXA Type

CHOKE ARM

PXA Type
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SXA

Type

ROTO-STOP LEVER FREE PLAY

1. Measure free play at the tip of the lever with the
button pushed down, it should be between 5-10
mm (3/ 16-3/8 in).
2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nuts and
turn them to run the adjuster up or down as
required. Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free
play.
3. Start the engine and operate the ROTO-STOP
lever. Check to be sure the blade stops when the
lever is released.

O-STOP LEVER

SHIFT LEVER FREE PLAY (SXA Type)

1. Measure free play at the tip of the lever, it should be

1-3 mm (3/64-l/8
in).
2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the lock nuts and
turn them to run the adjuster up or down as required.
Tighten the lock nuts and recheck free play.
3. Start the engine and operate the shift lever. Check to
be sure the transmission is shifted into gear smoothly.

* Never shift

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the transmission

while self-propelling.

DRIVE CLUTCH

FREE PLAY (SXA Type)

1. Measure free play at the top of the lever as shown; it

should be between 5-10 mm (3/16-3/8 in).
2. If adjustment is necessary, loosen the clutch cable
lock nuts and turn the adjusting bolt to increase or
decrease free play.
3. Tighten the lock nuts securely.
4. After adjusting, make sure the drive clutch operates
properly; moving forward when gripping and stopping to propel1 when releasing.

LOCK NUTS

ADJUSTING BOLT

SPARK ARRESTER MAINTENANCE (Optional part)

If the mower

has been

runtzing,

very hot. A/low ir (0 cool before

the muffler

will be

proceeding.

IDENTIFICATION
PLATEJOptional part)
SPARK
ARRESTER
lnntinnal oartl

1. Loosen two 6 mm nuts and remove the muffler

protector, identification plate, muffler camp and
gasket.
2. Remove spark arrester from the muffler. (Taking
care not to damage the wire mesh.)
GAiKET

NOTE:
Check for carbon deposits
and the spark arrester, and
necessary.
3. Install spark arrester in
4. Install gasket, muffler,
fler protector and then
securely.

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PROTECTOR

around the exhaust port

clean with a wire brush ii
the muffler.
identification plate, muftighten the two 6 mm nuts

MUFF LER
I

IDLE ADJUSTMENT
NOTE:
The following adjustment should be performed by
an authorized Honda dealer unless the owner has the
proper tools and is mechanically proficient.
1. Start the engine and allow it to warm up to normal
operating temperature.
2. Place the throttle lever in the LO position.
3. Connect a tachometer to the engine according to
the manufacturers instructions.
4. Turn the throttle stop screw in or out to adjust the
engine speed to 2,000 f 150 rpm.

-THROTiLE

SiOP SCREW

33

CRASS BAG ASSEMBLY

1. lnsert the bag frame into the grass bag as shown.
2. Hook the plastic edges of the grass bag onto the
frame.

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GRASS BAG FRAME

TROUBLESHOOTING
Engine will not start

1. No fuel.
2. Throttle lever in STOP position.
3. Spark plug wire loose or disconnected.
4. Spark plug faulty or improperly gapped (p. 26).
5, Engine flooded (p. 16).

Hard starting or loss of power

6. Dirty air cleaner.

1. Dirt in gas tank.
2. Dirty air cleaner.
3. Water in gas tank or carburetor.

Erratic operation

4. Vent in gas cap and/or carburetor clogged.

1. Spark plug faulty or improperly gapped (p. 26).
2. Dirty air cleaner.

Engine overheats

1. Spark plug improperly

gapped.

2. Dirty air cleaner.

3.

Excessive vibration

Dirty cooling fins.

4. Low oil level.

5. Starter pulley clogged by grass, etc.
1. Loose blade or engine mounting hardware.
2. Blade unbalanced.

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SPECIFICATIONS
MODEL
ENGINE
Overhead
engine.

Engine type
Displacement/Bore
Ignition timing

and stroke

air-cooled

four-stroke

118 cm3 (7.2 cu in)/60 x 42 mm (2.4 x 1.7 in)

Fuel tank capacity

25 - 27 BTDC
Transistorized magneto ignition
0.6 II (0.63 US (It)
1.0 II (0.26 US ml)

Spark plug

BPSES, BPRSES (NGK) or W 16EP-U, W 16EPR-U (ND)

Ignition system
Enaine oil caoacitv

FRAME
Dimensions
(Length X Width X Height)
Dry weight

PXA: 1590 X 510 X 1030 mm (62.6 X 20.1 X 40.6 in)

SXA: 1600 X 510 X 1070 mm (62.9 X 20.1 X 42.1 in)
PXA: 34.0 kg (75.0 lb), SXA: 41.0 kg (90.0 lb)

Grass bag capacity

65 P (17.2 US gal, 14.3 Imp gal)

Cutting width

470 mm ( 18.5 in)

NOTE:

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HR194
GXVl20
valve, single-cylinder, forced

Specifications

are subject to change without notice.

gasoline

WARRANTY

SERVICE

Your satisfaction and goodwill are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are explained
in the Distributors Limited Warranty. Normally, any problems concerning the product will be handled by your
dealers service department. If you have a warranty problem that has not been handled to your satisfaction, we
suggest you take the following action:
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Discuss your problem with a member of dealership management. Often complaints can be quickly resolved at
that level. If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager, contact the owner of the dealership or the General Manager.
If your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction,
tions Department of American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

contact the Power Equipment Customer Rela-

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Power Equipment Customer Relations Department
P.O. Box 50
Gardena, California 90247-0805
Telephone: (213) 604-2400
We will need the following information
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in order to assist you:

Your name, address, and telephone number

Product model and serial number
Date of purchase
Dealer name and address
Nature of the problem

After reviewing all the facts involved, you will be advised of what action can be taken. Please bear in mind that
your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership, using the dealers facilities, equipment, and personnel, so it
is very important that your initial contact be with the dealer.
Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor Co.,
Inc. We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your complete satisfaction with your purchase.
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Current customer service contact information:

United States, Puerto Rico, and U.S. Virgin Islands:
Honda Power Equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should
be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your
dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership's
management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all problems
are solved in this way.
If you are dissatisfied with the decision made by the dealership's management, contact
the Honda Power Equipment Customer Relations Office. You can write:
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Division
Customer Relations Office
4900 Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA 30005-8847
Or telephone: (770) 497-6400 M-F, 8:30 am - 7:00 pm EST
When you write or call, please provide the following information:

Model and serial numbers

Name of the dealer who sold the Honda power equipment to you

Name and address of the dealer who services your equipment

Date of purchase

Your name, address, and telephone number

A detailed description of the problem

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