Operating Hints And Tips; Using The Lawnmower At High Altitudes; Safe Mowing Practices - Honda HRX537C Bedienungsanleitung

HZEA type:
Move the throttle lever to the STOP
position and then turn the key

switch [3] to the OFF ( ) position.
3. When the mower is not in use, turn
the fuel valve [4] to the OFF position.
4. If your equipment will not be used
for 3 to 4 weeks, we recommend
running the engine's carburetor out
of fuel. You can do this by leaving the
fuel valve OFF, restarting the engine
and running it out of fuel. See
"Storage" on page 19 for periods of
inactivity that exceed 4 weeks.

OPERATING HINTS AND TIPS

USING THE LAWNMOWER AT HIGH ALTITUDES

At high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mixture will be too rich.
Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich
mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting.
High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to
the carburetor. If you always operate your mower at altitudes above 610
meters, have an authorized Honda dealer perform this carburetor
modification.
Even with carburetor modification, engine power will decrease about 3.5%
for each 300 meter increase in altitude. The effect of altitude on power will
be greater than this if no carburetor modification is made.
NOTICE
When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation, the
air-fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use. Operation at altitudes
below 610 meters with a modified carburetor may cause the engine to
overheat and result in serious engine damage. For use at low altitudes, have
your authorized Honda dealer return the carburetor to original factory
specifications.

SAFE MOWING PRACTICES

For your safety, keep all four wheels on the ground, and be careful to avoid
losing your footing and your control of the mower. Keep a firm grip on the
handlebar, and walk, never run, with the mower. Be very careful when
mowing uneven or rough ground.
If stuck, do not kick or shove the mower with your foot. Use the handlebar
to control the mower.
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The cutting means are sharp and spin at high speed.
If you come in contact with a spinning cutting means, it
will cut you severely and can amputate fingers and toes.
• Wear protective footwear.
• Keep your hands and feet away from the cutting-means
enclosure while the engine is running.
• Stop the engine before performing any adjustment,
inspection, or maintenance.
10 EN
OFF
WARNING
Stability
Mow across slopes, not up and down. Avoid steep slopes (more than 20°
OFF
(36%)), and be careful when changing direction. Mowing on a slope when
the grass is damp or wet could cause you to slip, fall, and lose control of
the mower.
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Obstacles
Use the side of the mower to cut close to large obstacles, such as fences or
[4]
walls.
Release the drive clutch control (HYEA, HZEA types) or Select Drive control
(VKEA, VYEA types) to disengage the drive when mowing around trees
and other obstacles. Push the mower around obstacles for better
directional control. Be careful when mowing over obstacles embedded in
the lawn, such as sprinkler heads, paving, edging, etc. Avoid anything that
sticks up above the surface of the lawn.
If the cutting means hits something, or if the mower starts to vibrate, stop
the engine immediately and check for damage. Striking objects may
damage the cutting means, bend the crankshaft, and/or break the
cutting-means enclosure or other components. Vibration usually indicates
serious trouble.
A worn, cracked, or damaged cutting means can break,
and pieces of the damaged cutting means can become
dangerous projectiles.
Thrown objects can cause serious injury.
Inspect the cutting means regularly, and do not operate
the mower with a worn or damaged cutting means.
The warranty does not cover parts damaged by accident or collision.
Gravel and Loose Objects
Gravel, loose stones, and landscaping material can be picked up by the
mower and thrown many feet with enough force to cause serious personal
injury and/or property damage. The best way to prevent potential injury
from thrown objects is to release the cutting-means control lever to stop
the cutting means before reaching areas with gravel, loose stones, or
landscaping material.
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[1] WRONG
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WARNING
[2] RIGHT