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DEALER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The installation of this kit must be performed by an authorized Honda riding mower dealer. These
instructions are provided for dealer use.
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 correctly installed, adjusted, and ready to use.
How to measure hardware and components:
MILLIMETERS
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50
60
70
80
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90
100 110 120 130 140 150
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5mm
6mm 8mm 10mm 12mm 14mm 16 mm
WASHERS ARE
BY
INSIDE DIAMETER
NUTS ARE SPECIFIED
BY
INSIDE DIAMETER
(AT THREAD DEPTH)
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INSIDE
DIAMETER
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NUT AND BOLT DIAMETER
6 mm nuts and bolts
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8 mm nuts and bolts 15.2 2.1
1)
10
x
28
mm flange bolt (blade)
12
x
25
mm flange
bolts (
blade holder)
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TORQUE VALUES
ft-l
b
7.2
kg-m
1.0
.
36.2 5.0 49
61.5
8.5
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N•m
10
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MULCHING KIT CONTENTS
Mulching Blade
Swirl Guide
A
Swirl Guide B
Cover Plate
6x40mm
Flange Bolts
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MULCHING KIT INSTALLATION
The mower deck must be removed from the riding
mower to install the mulching kit. Refer to deck
removal and installation instructions in the
owner's manual or shop manual.
Installation requires drilling additional bolt holes.
For your safety, wear eye protection when
operating power tools.
1.
Remove the blade, blade holder, and
discharge chute (or lower chute
-
with the grass
block to prevent the blade from turning when
removing the bolts.
BLADEWASHER
bagging kit). Use a wooden
if
;k::EmgmoLT
equipped
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12
x
25
mm
FLANGE
-
BOLT(2)
12
mm
LOCK
WASHER
6x55mm
Flange Bolt
8x35mm
Flange Bolts
6 mm
Washers
8 mm
Washers
Flat
(6)
Flat
(4)
6 mm Lock
(3)
8
mm Lock
(4)
(1)
(2)
Nuts
Nuts
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BLADE HOLDER B
BLADE HOLDER A
H3000 Series Model Shown
2.
Clean and inspect the mower deck. The deck
of
must be free
mulching kit to fit properly.
dents and deformities for the
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3.
Temporarily install the cover plate on the
mower deck, using two 8 mm lock nuts.
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DEALER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
5.
Install the cover plate on the mower deck,
using two 8 mm lock nuts.
A-
COVER PLATE
4. Hold swirl guide B against the cover plate.
Insert a pencil through the holes in swirl guide
B to mark drilling points on the cover plate.
Remove the cover plate from the mower deck.
Center punch and drill the cover plate at the
pencil marks.
B
Attach swirl guide
two
8 x 35 mm flange bolts, 8 mm flat washers,
to the cover plate, using
and 8 mm lock nuts.
Install the bolts from inside the mower deck.
Install the nuts outside the mower deck. Use
washers on both sides, as shown.
to
Tighten all 8 mm nuts and bolts
a torque
value of 15.2 ft-lb (2.1 kg-m).
8 mm LOCK
SWIRL
FANGE BOLT
COVER PLATE
6.
Place swirl guide
one end against swirl guide
A in
the mower deck, with
B.
GUIDE
B
Use an 11/32 inch (8.4
-
8.7 mm) drill. Wear
eye protection when drilling.
Remove any burrs from the holes.
SWIRL GUIDE B HOLES
While holding swirl guide A in place, drill the
first hole in the mower deck, using the hole in
swirl guide A as a drill guide.
Use a 1/4 inch (6.2 - 6.4 mm) drill. Wear eye
protection when drilling.
Remove any burrs from the hole.
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7. Install a 6
x
40 mm flange bolt, 6 mm washers,
and a 6 mm lock nut in the first hole, as shown.
Tighten the 6 mm nut and bolt to a torque
value of 7.2 ft-lb (1.0 kg-m).
To
assure a good fit, mower deck holes must
be drilled in sequence, and swirl guide
be secured with nuts and bolts before drilling
the next hole.
A
must
9.
Install a 6 x 40 mm flange bolt, 6 mm washers,
a
and
6 mm lock nut in the second hole, as
shown.
Tighten the 6 mm nut and bolt to a torque
value of 7.2 ft
6x40
FLAN(
10.
Drill the third hole in the mower deck, using
the hole
Use a 1/4 inch (6.2
-
lb (1.0 kg-m).
in swirl guide
-
SWIRL GUIDE A
SECOND
A
as a drill guide.
6.4 mm) drill. Wear eye
protection when drilling.
FLAT
iER
HOLE
6
mm FLATv
WASHERS
8.
Drill the second hole in the mower deck, using
the hole in swirl guide
Use a 1/4 inch (6.2
A
as a drill guide.
-
6.4 mm) drill. Wear eye
protection when drilling.
Remove any burrs from the hole.
Remove any burrs from the hole.
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1. Install a 6
x 55
mm flange bolt, 6 mm washers,
and a 6 mm lock nut in the third hole, as
shown.
Tighten the 6 mm nut and bolt to a torque
7.2
ft-lb
value of
6 mmFLAT
WASHERS
6
mm
LOCK
\
?
\
(1.0 kg-m).
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6 x
55
FLANGE BOLT
mm
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12. Install the mulching blade, using the original
blade holder and hardware.
Be sure the blade is positioned right side up
(outer edges turn toward the mower deck).
If
the blade is installed upside down, it cannot
cut properly.
The blade bolts are specially designed for this
application and must not be replaced with any
other bolts.
Use a wooden block to prevent the blade from
turning when tightening the bolts.
Tighten the 10 x 28 mm flange bolt to a torque
value
of
36.2 ft-lb (5.0 kg-m).
Tighten the 12 x 25 mm flange bolts to a
torque value of 61.5 ft
-
lb (8.5 kg-m).
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DEALER INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
BLADE WASHER
MULCHING
BLADE
BLADE HOLDER
B
9-
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1Ox28mm
FLANGE BOLT
FLANGE BOLT
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SAFETY
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS (H3000 SERIES)
Read all safety instructions before operating the riding mower.
AVOID
BURNS
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ONLY.
NO
OPERATOR
OPERATION ON PUBLIC STREETS OR
HIGHWAYS IS ILLEGAL.
MOWER CAN
BEFORE MOWING, CLEAR LAWN OF ALL
STICKS. ROCKS. AND
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AVOID TIPOMRS:
REDUCE SPEED WHEN TURNING OR
OPERATING ON SLOPES
MAXIMUM
10 DEGREES
(17%
EEP
PEOPL
GRADE)
THROW OBJECTS:
PASSENGERS
OTHER
AWAY
DEBRIS.
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AND PETS
SAFE OPERATING ANGLE IS
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PREVENT
BRAKE
DISENGAGE PARKING BRAKE WHEN
BUZZER
A DELAYED ENGINE CUTOFF WILL
STOP THE ENGINE IF PARKING
BRAKE IS NOT RELEASED.
FAILURE
SOUNDS CONTINUOUSLY
MOWER BLADE MAY CAUSE INJURY
STOP ENGINE BEFORE REMOVING GRASS
BAG OR CLEANING DISCHARGE CHUTE.
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GASOLINE
STOP ENGINE, AVOID HEAT,
SPARKS, AND OPEN FLAME
WHEN REFUELING.
IS
FLAMMABLE.
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SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS (H1000 SERIES)
Read all safety instructions before operating the riding mower.
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Improperly driving on slopes or uneven terrain can cause the mower to tip
over and you can be seriously hurt or killed.
Read "Safe Mowing Practices" in the Owner's Manual carefully.
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Objects hidden in the lawn can be thrown by the blade and can cause serious
injury.
Read "Mower Safety" and "Safe Mowing Tips" in your Owner's Manual carefully.
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The rotating blade can cause serious injury.
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Keep hands and feet away from mower deck
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Stop engine
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Do
not allow children to ride as passengers.
They can fall or be thrown off causing serious injury or death.
Read "Child Safety" in the Owner's Manual carefully.
before
leaving operator's position.
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MOWING AND MULCHING RECOMMENDATIONS
GRASS CUTTlNG
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 1 inch above the recommended
height. If your grass gets too tall, cut it back a little at a time, allowing a few days for the
grass to recover between mowings. Avoid cutting more than one third of total grass height
in any one mowing.
For best mulching results, mow the lawn frequently enough that you will need to cut
than one inch. Frequent mowing, with light cuts, makes it easier for your mulching mower
to turn grass clippings into fine particles that will fall through the turf and decompose quickly.
Cutting Width
For an even lawn finish, overlap each mowing swath by a few inches. If the grass is very
tall or thick, use more overlap and a narrower mowing swath.
occurs, you may also need to mow more slowly or raise the cutting height setting.
Blade Speed
BASICS
If
clogging or clumping
off
less
For best performance, the blade must spin very fast. Always use the fast throttle setting,
and keep the engine running at or near maximum rpm. If you hear engine speed decrease,
mow more slowly, cut a narrower swath, or raise the cutting height setting.
Blade Sharpness
Keep the blade sharp.
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.
A
sharp blade cuts cleanly. A dull blade tears the grass, leaving
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MOWING
AND
MULCHING
MULCHING
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.
This mulching kit closes the discharge port in the mower deck and adds swirl guides that help to
recirculate grass clippings through the special mulching blade.
Dealer installation is necessary, because the mower deck and mulching cover plate must be precisely
drilled for swirl guide attachment. After the initial installation, the cover plate and swirl guide
if
easily removed,
you decide to convert the mower deck for side-discharge
or
bagging use.
B
can be
H3000
Series Model Shown
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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 of the mowed areas and may need to be
removed by raking. Heavy clumps of clippings should always be removed; grass must remain uncovered
to grow properly.
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For side
discharge mowing, you must remove the mower deck cover plate and swirl guide B, then install
the original discharge chute. It is not necessary to remove or replace other parts of the mulching kit.
Objects thrown by the blades can cause serious
injury. Disengage the Power Take
shut
off
the engine, before removing and installing
Off
(PTO) and
parts.
Before operating the riding mower, be sure the
mower deck cover plate or the discharge chute is
properly installed.
Conversion for Side-Discharge Mowing:
1.
Lower the mower deck, and remove the
8mm lock nuts from the top of the cover
plate.
2. Raise the mower deck, and remove the
8 x 35
mm bolts,
two
nuts, and four
washers from the side of the cover plate.
3.
Remove the cover plate and swirl guide
4.
Install the original discharge chute, using
the
two 8 mm lock nuts.
5.
Tighten the 8 mm lock nuts to a torque
value of 15.2 ft
Cover Plate Reinstallation for Mulching:
1.
Lower the mower deck, and remove the
-
lb (2.1 kg-m).
8 mm lock nuts from the discharge
chute. Remove the chute.
2.
Install the cover plate on the mower deck,
using the
two 8 mm lock nuts.
Tighten the 8 mm lock nuts to a torque
-
value of 15.2 ft
lb (2.1 kg-m).
two
two
B.
two
3.
Raise the mower deck, and install swirl
B
guide
35
on the cover plate, using
mm bolts, four 8 mm flat washers, and
two 8 x
two 8 mm lock nuts, as shown.
Tighten the 8 mm nuts and bolts to a torque
value of
15.2
ft-lb
(2.1
kg-m).
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MOWING
AND
MULCHING
BAGGING
Bagging should be considered for areas where you want the lawn to be clear of loose particles, such
for
as around swimming pools, and
mulch easily.
For bagging, you must remove the mower deck cover plate and swirl guide B, then install the bagging
kit. It is not necessary to remove or replace other parts of the mulching kit, but a high
installed to increase bagging performance
Objects thrown by the blades can cause serious
injury. Disengage the Power Take
shut
off
the engine, before removing and installing
parts.
Before operating the riding mower, be sure the
mower deck cover plate
or
properly installed.
less frequently mowed areas, where grass has grown too tall to
-
lift blade can be
if
desired.
Off
(PTO) and
the bagging kit is
Conversion for Bagging:
1.
Lower the mower deck, and remove the
two
8
mm lock nuts from the top of the
cover plate.
2.
Raise the mower deck, and remove the
8
x
35
mm bolts,
two
nuts, and four
washers from the side of the cover plate.
3.
Remove the cover plate and swirl guide
4.
Install the bagging kit lower chute, using
two
8
mm lock nuts and flat washers.
8
Tighten the
value of
mm lock nuts to a torque
15.2
ft-lb
(2.1
kg-m).
two
B.
LOWER CHUTE
8 mm
LOCK NUT
(2)
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5.
Install the bag support assembly on the left
and right struts, while inserting the center
strut pin in the the hitch plate hole.
6.
Grasp the upper chute by the chute handle.
Raise the upper and middle chutes, then
slide the middle chute over the lower chute.
7.
Install the grass bags, and secure the
hopper top with its retaining band.
Cover Plate Reinstallation for Mulching:
1. Remove the bagging kit in the reverse
order of installation.
2.
Install the cover plate, using the two 8 mm
lock nuts. Refer to the illustration on page
10. Tighten the 8 mm nuts to a torque
value of 15.2 ft
-
(2.1 kg
3.
Install swirl guide B on the cover plate,
using two 8 x
washers, and two 8 mm lock nuts, as
shown. Tighten the 8 mm nuts and bolts to
a torque value of 15.2 ft
m).
-
lb
35
mm bolts, four 8 mm flat
-
lb (2.1 kg-m).
CHUTE HANDLE
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LOWER CHUTE
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4. PARTS
76267-763-R00
LIST
MULCHING
COVER PLATE
76264
-
763-M00
SWIRL
76268-763-R00
KIT: Part
8 mm
LOCK
901 15-659-003 8 mm FLAT
GUIDE B
Number
06764-763-ROO
NUT
(4)
MULCHING BLADE
72511-763-R00
SWIRL
GUIDE
A
901 02-763-R00
H3000 Series
Model Shown
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5.
WARRANTY
OWNER SATISFACTION
Your satisfaction and good will are important to your dealer and to us. All Honda warranty details are
explained in the Distributor’s Limited Warranty. Normally any problems concerning the product will be
handled by your dealer’s service department.
to your satisfaction, we suggest you take the following action:
SERVICE
If
you have a warranty problem that has not been handled
Discuss your problem with a member
quickly resolved at that level. If the problem has already been reviewed with the Service Manager,
contact the owner
If
your problem still has not been resolved to your satisfaction, contact the Power Equipment
Customer Service Department
We will need the following information to assist you:
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Your name, address, and telephone number
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Product model and serial number
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Date of purchase
-
Dealer name and address
-
Nature of problem
of
the dealership or the General Manager.
of
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Power Equipment Customer Service Department
4475
River Green Pkwy.
Duluth, Georgia
Telephone:
301
(404) 497-6400
of
the dealership management. Often complaints can be
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
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After reviewing all the facts involved, you will be advised
mind that your problem will likely be resolved at the dealership, using the dealer’s facilities, equipment,
and personnel,
Your purchase of a Honda product is greatly appreciated by both your dealer and American Honda Motor
Co., Co., Inc. We want to assist you in every way possible to assure your satisfaction with your purchase.
so
it is very important that your initial contact be with the dealer.
of
what action can be taken. Please bear in
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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 - 5:00 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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