Honda Automobiles F210 User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Honda tiller.
This manual covers operation and maintenance of the F2 10 tiller. All infor-

mation 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.

No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission.
This manual is considered a permanent part of the tiller and it must stay

with the tiller if resold.

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY. Pay special attention to

these symbols and any’instructions that follow:

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1 IMPORTANT NoTtCE 1 -Indicates that equipment or property damage can

NOTE: Gives helpful information.
Honda tillers are designed to give safe and dependable service if operated

according to instructions. Operating this tiller requires special effort on

your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others.
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or property damage. Read and understand this Owner’s Manual before
operating this tiller.

If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your tiller,
consult an authorized Honda tiller dealer.

HONDA MOTOR CO., LTD. 1989, ALL RIGHTS RESERVED

Using this product for a purpose not intended may cause injury

-Indicates serious injury or death WILL result if
instructions are not followed.

-Indicates a strong possibility that serious injury or
death could result if instructions are not followed.

-Indicates a possibility that minor injury canresult if
instructions are not followed.

result if instructions are not followed.

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CONTENTS

1. SAFETY INFORMATION

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION .............................................

3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK ......................................................

4. STARTING THE ENGINE

5. TILLER OPERATION

6. STOPPING THE ENGINE

7. MAINTENANCE

8. TRANSPORTING/STORAGE

9. TROUBLESHOOTING

10. SPECIFICATIONS

11. WARRANTY SERVICE

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1. SAFETY INFORMATION

Read all safety instructions before operating.

To ensure safe operation­For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these

precautions:
Operator Responsibility

Keep the tiller in good operating condition. Operating a tiller in poor or
questionable condition could result in serious injury.
Be sure all safety devices are in working order and warning labels are in
place. These items are installed for your safety.
Be sure the safety covers (Fan cover, recoil starter cover) are in place.
Know how to stop the engine and tines quickly in case of emergency.
Understand the use of all controls.
Keep a firm hold on the handlebars. They may tend to lift during clutch
engagement.
Allowing anyone to operate this tiller without proper instruction may
result in injury.
Wear sturdy, full-coverage footwear. Operating this tiller barefoot or
with open toe shoes or sandals increases your risk of injury.
Dress sensibly. Loose clothing may get caught in moving parts, increas­ing your risk of injury.

Be alert. Operating this tiller when you are tired, ill or under the in-

fluence of alcohol or drugs may result in serious injury.

Keep all persons and pets away from the tilling area.
Be sure drag bar is in place and properly adjusted.

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Child Safety

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Keep children indoors and supervised at all times when any outdoor
power equipment is being used nearby. Young children move quickly
and are attracted especially to the tiller and the tilling activity.

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Never assume children will remain where you last saw them. Be alert
and turn the tiller off if children enter the area.

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Children should never be allowed to operate the tiller, even under adult

supervision.
Rotating Tines Hazard
The rotating tines are sharp and they turn at high speed. Accidental con-

tact can cause serious injury.

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Keep your hands and feet away from the tines while engine is running.

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Stop the engine and disengage the tines clutch before inspection or
maintenance of tines.

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Disconnect the spark plug cap to prevent any possibility of accidental
starting. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the tines when
cleaning the tines or when inspecting or replacing the tines.

Thrown Object Hazard
Objects hit by the rotating tines can be thrown from the tiller with great

force, and may cause serious injury.

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Before tilling, clear the tilling area of sticks, large stones, wire, glass,

etc. Till only in daylight.

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Always inspect the tiller for damage after striking a foreign object.

Repair or replace any damaged parts before continuing use.

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Pieces thrown from worn or damaged tines can cause serious injury.

Always inspect the tines before using the tiller.

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Fire and Burn Hazard
Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.

Use extreme care when handling gasoline. Keep gasoline out of reach of

children.

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Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped.

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Allow the engine to cool before refueling. Fuel vapor or spilled fuel may
ignite.

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The engine and exhaust system become very hot during operation and
remain hot for a while after stopping. Contact with hot engine com­ponents can cause burn injuries and can ignite some materials.

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Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.

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Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance or storting the

tiller indoors.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning Hazard
Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide, a colorless and odorless

gas. Breathing exhaust can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to
death.

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If you run the engine in an area that is confined or even partially enclos­ed, the air you breathe could contain a dangerous. amount of exhaust
gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide, adequate venti-

lation.

Operation on Slope

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When tilling on slopes, keep the fuel tank less than half full to minimize

fuel spillage.

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Till across the slope (At equally spaced intervals) rather than up and

down it.

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Be very careful when changing the direction of the tiller on a slope.

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Do not use the tiller on a slope of more than 20’.

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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

THROTTLE LEVER

HANDLE ADJUSTER

MUFFLER y

*ENGINE SERIAL NUM

ENGINE OIL
FILLER CAP

TRANSMISSION 01
FILLER CAP

ENGINE OIL
DRAIN BOLT

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SPARK PLUG CAP

RECOIL STARTER

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NUMBER

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fiAC PAD

FUEL SALVE

FRONT WHEEL

LEVER

ROiOR TliANSMISSION

CHECK BOLT

* Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer to

the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical or

warranty inquiries (see page 29).

Frame serial number:

Engine serial number:

OIL LEVEL

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3. PRE-OPERATION CHECK

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ENGINE OIL

IMPORTANT NOTICE

serious engine damage.

1. Remove the oil filler cap and wipe the dipstick clean.

2. [nsert the dipstick into the oil filler hole, but do not screw it in.

3. If the level is low, add enough recommended oil to bring it to the upper
level mark on the dipstick.

Use high-detergent, premium quality 4-stroke engine oil, certified to meet
or exceed U.S. automobile manufacturer’s requirements for API Service
Classification SG, SF/CC, CD.

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shorten the engine’s service life.
SAE low-30 is recommended for general, all-temperature use. Other

viscosities shown in the following chart may be used when the average
temperature in your area is within the-indicated range.

1 Running the engine with low oil level will cause

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sing nondetergent oil or 2-stroke engine oil could

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OIL FILLER CAP

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-30 -20

UPPER LEVEL

LOWER LEVEL

-10 0 10 20
Ambient temperature

30 40°C

GASOLINE

Remove the gas cap and check the fuel level. Refill the tank if the level is
low.
Fuel tank capacity: 0.9 L’ (0.95 US qt)

Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Use ex­treme care when handling gasoline. Keep gasoline out of reach of children.

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Refuel in a well ventilated area,with the engine stopped. Keep flames

and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.

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Gasoline vapors or spilled gasoline may ignite.

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Refuel carefully to avoid spilling gasoline. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank
(there should be no gas in the filler neck). After refueling, tighten the

gas cap securely. If any gasoline was spilled, make sure the area is dry

before starting the engine.

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After use, part the tiller on a level surface. Be sure the storage area is
well ventilated, do not allow flames or sparks in the storage area.

After refueling, be sure to tighten the GAS cap firmly.

GAS CAP

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FUEL FILLER HOLE

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