The
information in this operator’s manual is limited
Honda
this equipment, read this manual and
H4000
and
H2000
Series lawn tractors with
the
in
application to the Honda mulching
38”
mower decks. Before installing or operating
owner’s manual supplied with the Honda lawn tractor.
kit
for
All information
information available at the time of printing. Although the
some differences, installation and operation of the mulching kit are the same. American Honda
Motor
part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
This manual is a permanent part of the lawn tractor and must stay with the lawn tractor if resold.
Co., Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time without incurring any obligation.
in
this publication is based on the latest
H4000
H2000
Series lawn tractor product
Series tractor and mower have
Safety Messages
Your safety and the safety of others are very important. We have provided important safety
messages in this manual and on the lawn tractor. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you or others. Each safety
message is preceded by a safety
CAUTION.
These mean:
alert symbol A and one of three words: DANGER,
WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
You
you don’t follow instructions.
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if
you don’t follow instructions.
WARNING,
No
or
if
You CAN be HURT
instructions
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and what you can
reduce injury.
you don’t
follow
Damage Prevention Messages
You will also see other important messages that are preceded
This word means:
Your equipment or other property can be damaged
you don’t follow instructions.
The purpose
environment.
of
these messages
is
to help prevent damage to the lawn tractor, other property, or the
by
the word
NOTICE.
do
to avoid or
if
The installation
of
this kit must be performed by an authorized Honda lawn tractor dealer. These
instructions are provided’for dealer use.
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FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.
Proper installation of this kit
is
essential for safe,
reliable operation. Poor operation is a major cause of customer dissatisfaction. Your customer
exPects this kit to be correctlv installed. adiusted. and readv to use.
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MEASUREMENT
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1.
DEALER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
MULCHING KIT CONTENTS Mulching Kit Installation Mulching Blades
(2)
Swirl Guide
Swirl Guide B
Cover Plate
A
The mower deck must be removed from
the lawn tractor to install the mulching kit.
Refer to deck removal and installation
instructions in the owner’s manual or shop
manual.
Installation requires drilling an additional
bolt hole. For your safety, wear eye
protection when operating power tools.
1.
Remove the blade, blade holder, and
the protector plate (and lower chute
equipped with grass-bagging kit). Use
to
a wooden block
turning when removing the bolts.
from
Do
not remove the discharge chute.
Ha0
deck
shown
prevent the blades
BLADE WASHER
/
BLADE BOLT
if
(2)
(2)
Ring Pin
8
x
15
mm
Bolt
(1)
8
x
22
Flange
Bolt
(1)
8
mm
Locking
Flange
Nuts
Carriage
(2)
1
2.
Clean and inspect the mower deck.
The deck must be free of dents and
deformities for the mulching kit to fit
properly. Clean out all old grass
installing on a used deck.
if
2
3.
Temporarily install swirl guide A on the
mower deck, using the stud and nut
provided on the protector plate and the
mm flange bolt and nut.
8
X
22
mm
FLANGE
PROTECTOR PLATE
SWIRL
GUIDE
A
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1.
DEALER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.
Install swirl guide A on the mower deck,
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using the
mm flange bolt, 8 mm locking flange nuts,
and protector plate. Tighten all
and bolts to a torque value of
kg-m).
6.
Install the mulching blades, using the
original hardware.
Be
sure the blades are positioned right
side up (outer edges turned up toward the
mower deck).
upside down, they cannot cut properly
The blade bolts and washers are specially
designed for this application and must not
be replaced with any other bolts.
Use a wooden block to prevent
from turning when tightening bolts.
Tighten the blade bolts to
of
43.4
7.
Install the mower deck onto the lawn
tractor. Refer to deck removal and
installation in the owner's manual or
manual.
mm carriage bolt, the
If
the blades are installed
ft-lb
(6.0
kg-m).
8
16
ft-lb
the
a
torque value
8
x
22
mm nuts
(2.2
blades
shop
H4000
deck
shown
4.
Insert a pencil through the square hole in
A
swirl guide
mower deck.
Remove swirl guide
deck. Center punch and drill the mower
deck at the pencil mark.
Use
an
protection when drilling
Remove any burrs from the holes.
to mark a drilling point on the
A
from the mower
11/32
inch drill. Wear eye
WlRL
T,
GUIDE
A
8.
Install swirl guide B into the discharge
opening. Make sure the tip of swirl guide
B
is located between swirl guide A and the
top of the mower deck.
9.
Install the cover plate
in
the cover plate over the lower chute
retaining pin located on the rear side of
the discharge opening.
10.
Align the cover plate in the groove on swirl
B
so
guide
inserted through the lower chute retaining
bracket and the cover plate.
that the ring pin can be
by
placing the hole
DRILLING POINT
11/32
INCH HOLE
FOR
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H4000
deck
shown
COVER
PLATE
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2.
SAFETY
1
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
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all
safety instructions before operating the lawn tractor.
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2.
SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS
Read all
safety
instructions before operating
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BLADE
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be
weriou~t~
by
the
mtating
Keep
hands and feet away
when engine
blade.
is
nmnhg.
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Improperly
over
and you
Objects hidden
injury.
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Mower
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rotating
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Stop
B
Do
not
allow
hey
can
Read "Child
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the lawn
driving on slopes
canbe
in
Safetf
blade
hands
and
engine before leaving
children to
fall
or
be
Saf
seriously
the
lawn
and "Safe
can
feet
thrown
in
tractor.
can
caw
away
ride as
off
the
Owner's
or
WARNING
uneven terrain
hurt
or
be
thrcmn
Mowing
serious
from
the
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passengers.
causing serious injury
Manual
killed.
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Tips.
injury
mower
position
carefully.
can
the
blade
in your Owner's
dedr
cause
and
or
death.
the
can
mower
cause
Manuat
to
tip
serious
carefuliy.
Objects hidden in
Thrown
objects can cause
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the
not
the
people
lawn
operate
entire
grass
protection.
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or
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the
lawn
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of
all
debris
the
mower
without
catcher in place.
while
mowing.
be thrown.
injury.
before
by the
mowing.
either
the
mower
Made.
discharge guard
HOT
MUFFLER
CAN
You
by
BURN
will
the
YOU
be
seriously
rotating
cut
blade.
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MOWING AND MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
GRASS
CUlTlNG
Cutting Height
A cutting height setting of 1 1/2 or 2 inches is appropriate for most lawns during
cool weather. A higher cut may be needed to protect the lawn during hot
summer months. Consult a local nursery or lawn and garden center for advice
about specific types of grasses and growing conditions in your area.
Most grasses should be cut when they have grown 1/2 to
recommended height.
allowing a few days for the grass
more than one third of total grass height
For best mulching results, mow the lawn frequently enough that
off
cut
your mulching mower to turn grass clippings into fine particles that will
through 'the turf and decompose quickly.
less than one inch. Frequent mowing, with light cuts, makes it easier for
Cutting Width
For an even lawn finish, overlap each mowing swath by a few inches.
grass is very tall or thick, use more overlap and a narrower mowing swath.
clogging or clumping occurs, you may also need to mow more slowly or raise the
cutting height setting.
BASICS
1
inch above the
If
your grass gets too tall, cut it back a little at a time,
to
recover between mowings. Avoid cutting
in
any one mowing.
you
will need to
fall
If
the
If
Blade Speed
For best performance, the blades must spin very fast. Always use the fast
throttle setting, and keep the engine running at or near maximum rpm.
hear the engine speed decrease, mow more slowly, cut a narrower swath, or
raise the cutting height setting.
Blade Sharpness
Keep the blades sharp. Sharp blades cut cleanly.
leaving shredded ends that turn brown.
Moisture
Always wait for wet grass to dry. Wet grass clippings will clog the mower deck
and collect in clumps on the lawn.
If the soil is very dry, mowing can stir up a lot of dust. Besides being unpleasant
to work in, too much dust will clog the carburetor air filter. If dust is a problem,
water your lawn the day before mowing. Mow when the grass dries, and the soil
is still moist.
Dull
blades tear the grass,
If
you
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MULCHING
3.
MOWING AND
MULCHING
RECOMMENDATIONS
Mulching cuts grass clippings and fallen leaves into
fine
particles that fall through the
turf and decompose quickly. This returns nutrients to the soil and reduces the need for
raking, bagging, and disposal.
For best mulching results, mow the lawn frequently, cutting off less than one inch of
grass each time. In growing season you will probably need to mow the lawn twice a
week.
of
Heavy layers
leaves may be difficult to mulch. For best results, switch to bagging.
Bagged leaves make a good addition to a backyard compost pile.
This mulching kit closes the discharge port in the mower deck which recirculates grass
clippings through the special mulching blades. Periodically cleaning the accumulated
grass clippings from the mower deck and tractor before using will help promote clipping
recirculation.
MOWING
AND
MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
SIDE
DISCHARGE
MOWING
Side-discharge mowing should be considered where grass has grown too tall to mulch
-
easily. Side
discharge mowing will leave grass clippings on top
may need to be removed by raking. Heavy clumps
of
clippings should always be
of
the mowed areas and
removed; grass must remain uncovered to grow properly.
For side
B.
-
discharge mowing, you must remove the mulching cover plate and swirl guide
It is not necessary to remove swirl guide
A.
Objects hit by blades can be thrown with great force.
Thrown objects can cause serious injury.
Disengage the Power Take
(PTO)
and stop engine
Off
before installing or removing parts.
-
Conversion for Side
1.
Remove the ring pin and cover plate.
2.
~
Remove swirl guide
Reinstallation
Remove any grass clippings that have accumulated between swirl guide A and top
1.
of
Discharge Mowing:
B
the Mulching Kit:
of mower deck.
Install swirl guide
2.
the top of
Reinstall the cover plate and
3.
the
B,
making sure that the
mower deck and swirl guide
ring
pin.
tip
of
swirl guide B fits securely between
B.
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3.
MOWING AND MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
BAGGING
Bagging should be considered for areas where you want the lawn to be clear of loose
particles, such as around swimming pools, and for less frequently mowed areas, where
grass has grown too tall to mulch easily.
B,
For bagging, you must remove the mulching cover plate and swirl guide
the bagging kit. It is not necessary to remove or replace other parts of the mulching kit,
A
but removing swirl guide
performance if desired.
Objects hit by blades can be thrown with great force.
Thrown objects can cause serious injury.
Disengage the Power Take
before installing or removing parts.
and installing original blades will increase bagging
Off
(PTO) and stop engine
then install
Conversion for Bagging:
1.
Remove the ring pin and cover plate.
2.
Remove swirl guide
3.
Install the bagging kit lower chute. Use the
ring pin supplied with the bagging kit
longer than the one supplied with the
mulching kit.
B.
-
it
is
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MOWING AND MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
4.
Install the bag support assembly on
the left and right struts, while inserting
in
the center strut pin
hole.
5.
Grasp the upper chute by the chute
handle. Raise the upper and middle
chutes, then slide the middle chute
over the lower chute.
6.
Install the grass bags, and secure the
hopper top with its retaining band.
the hitch plate
Mulching kit reinstallation:
1.
Remove the bagging kit in the reverse order
2.
Install
Install swirl guide
mulch kit
swirl
-
the ring
guide
A
and
the mulching blades
B
and secure with the cover plate and the ring kit supplied with the
pin
supplied with
the
of
installation.
if
they have been removed.
bagging kit is too long.
4.
WARRANTY SERVICE
CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION
Honda Power Equipment dealerships are staffed by trained professionals. They should
If
be able to answer any question you may have.
you encounter a problem that your
dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s
management. Almost all problems are solved in this way.
If
you are not satisfied with the decision made by the dealership’s management, contact
Honda Power Equipment Customer
Setvice Office.
You can write to:
American Honda Motor Co. Inc.,
Power Equipment Division
Customer Relations Office
4900
Marconi Drive
Alpharetta, GA
30005-8847
Or telephone:
(770) 497-6400
When you write
or
call, please give
us
this information:
Name of the dealer who sold the mulching kit to you.
Name and address
of
the dealer who services your lawn tractor.
Date of purchase.
Your name address and telephone number.
A
detailed description of the problem.
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