Honda Power Equipment HR 195SXA User Manual

Thank you for purchasing a Honda lawn mower. This manual describes operation and maintenance of Honda HR 195SXA rotary

mowers. All information in this publication is based on the latest product information available at the time of printing. Honda Power Equipment Mfg.,

Inc. 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 a permanent part of the mower, and it must stay with the mower

if resold. Honda HI3195 mowers meet CPSC blade safety requirements for walk-behind

rotary mowers.

Honda HR 195 mowers are not factory-equipped with spark arresters. In some areas, it is illegal to operate an engine without a USDA qualified spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations before operating. An optional spark arrester is available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers.

READ THIS OWNER’S MANUAL CAREFULLY. Pay special attention to these symbols and any instructions that follow:

are not followed.

Indicates serious injury or death WILL result if instructions

death may result if instructions are not followed.

could result if instructions are not followed. 1 NoTlCE 1 Indicates that equipment or property damage could result if

instructions are not followed. NOTE: Gives helpful information. Honda rotary mowers are designed to give safe and dependable service if

operated according to instructions. Operating this mower requires special effort on your part to ensure your safety and the safety of others.

B damage. Read and understand this owner’s manual before operating the mower.

injury or property damage. Use only for mowing (cutting) grass, and for bagging cut grass when equipped with the grass bag.

If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about your mower, see an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer.

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Indicates a strong possibility that serious personal injury or

Indicates a possibility that equipment or property damage

Careless operation or misuse may cause injury or property

Using this product for a purpose not intended may cause

1. SAFETY.. Safety Label Locations Safety Information Important Message to Parents

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8

3. CONTROLS Fuel Valve

Throttle Lever ROTO-STOP Lever. Drive Clutch Lever Shift Lever. Handlebar Locking Knobs Cutting Height Adjustment Levers

4. ATTACHMENTS

Grass Bag (standard) Side-Discharge Chute (optional)

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK Blade

Grass Bag Engine Oil

Fuel

Air Cleaner

SHandlebar Height

Cutting Height.

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6. OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Starting the Engine . . . . . .

Clearing a Flooded Engine. .

Mower Operation . . . . . . . .

Stopping the Engine . . . . . .

High Altitude Operation . . .

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CONTENTS

MOWING RECOMMENDATIONS. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

8. ,TRANSPORTING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34

9. MAINTENANCE Maintenance Schedule Engine Oil Change Air Cleaner Service Spark Plug Service Spark Arrester Maintenance (optional equipment) ROTO-STOP Cable Adjustment Drive Clutch Cable Adjustment

Throttle Cable Adjustment Shift Cable Adjustment Carburetor Adjustment Grass Bag Cleaning and Replacement Blade Removal and Installation

10. STORAGE

Preparation for Storage Storage Removal from Storage

11. TROUBLESHOOTING. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

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12. SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

13. WARRANTY SERVICE. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

1. SAFETY

Read all safety instructions before operating the mower.

UNDER NORMAL USAGE, THIS BAG MATERIAL IS SUBJECT TO DETERIORATION AND WEAR AND SHOULD BE CHECKED FREQUENTLY FOR

BAG REPLACEMENT. THIS BAG CONFORMS TO ANY REPLACEMENT MUST MEET THIS STANDARD.

DO NOTSTART UNLESS REAR DOOR

IS CLOSED OR BAG ISIN PLACE.

n READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING. I DISCONNECT THE SPARK PLUG CAP BEFORE CUTTER

DECK AND CUTTER BLADE SERVICING. l DO NOT ALLOW ANYONE TO STAND IN FRONT OF MOWER. . TO PREVENT INJURY FROM THROWN OBJECTS: CLCAR

AREA OF DEBRIS KEEP OTHERS AWAY. . TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY. W NOT REACH INSIDE

WHEN ENGINE IS RUNNING. . DO NOT REMOVE GUARDS.

1. SAFETY

SAFETY INFORMATION For your safety and the safety of others, pay special attention to these

precautions:

Operator Responsibility

Know how to stop the engine quickly in case of emergency. Understand the use of all controls.

Be sure that anyone who operates the lawn mower receives proper instruction. Allowing anyone, especially children, to operate the mower without proper instruction may result in serious injury.

Wear long pants and protective footwear. Operating the mower while barefoot or wearing sandals would increase the risk of injury.

Keep all persons and pets away from the mowing area.

Blade Hazards The blade is sharp, and it turns at high speed. Accidental contact can cause

serious injury.

If the mower tilts or overturns, the blade will be exposed; that will increase

the risk of injury from blade contact and from thrown objects.

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

Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height, or performing any inspection or maintenance.

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

Thrown Object Hazards Objects hit by the blade can be thrown with great force. Thrown objects may

cause serious injury or property damage.

Before mowing, clear the lawn of sticks, stones, dog bones, and other litter and loose objects. Mow only in daylight, so you can see and avoid objects in the grass.

Before starting the mower, be sure that the grass bag or side-discharge

chute is in place, or that the discharge guard is closed.

Release the ROTO-STOP lever to stop the blade before reaching areas with

gravel, loose stones, or landscaping material.

Broken pieces thrown from a worn or damaged blade can cause serious injury. Always inspect the blade before using the mower.

1. SAFETY

Fire and Burn Hazards Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode. Use extreme

care when handling gasoline. KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN.

Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. Keep flames and sparks away, and do not smoke in the area.

Refuel carefully to avoid spilling fuel. Avoid overfilling the fuel tank (there should be no fuel in the filler neck). After refueling, tighten the filler cap securely. If any fuel is spilled, make sure the area is dry before starting the engine.

After use, turn the fuel valve OFF, and store the mower on a level surface. Be sure the storage area is well-ventilated, and away from appliances, such as water heaters and clothes dryers.

Dry grass and leaves are flammable.

Always empty the grass bag when you’ve finished mowing, even if it’s not

full. Stored lawn clippings are a fire hazard.

Honda HR195 mowers are not factory-equipped with spark arresters. It is illegal in some areas to operate an engine without a USDA qualified spark arrester. Check local laws and regulations. An optional spark arrester is available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers.

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 burns and may ignite some materials.

Avoid touching a hot engine or exhaust system.

Allow the engine to cool before performing maintenance, transporting the mower, or storing the mower 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.

If you run the engine in an area that is confined, or even partially enclosed, the air can become contaminated with a dangerous amount of exhaust gas. To keep exhaust gas from building up, provide adequate ventilation.

1. SAFETY

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO PARENTS YOUR CHILDREN’S SAFETY IS VERY IMPORTANT to Honda. That’s why we

urge you to read this message before letting your youngster operate this lawn mower. Lawn mowers are tools, not toys. As with any equipment, bad judgments can result in serious injuries. You can help prevent accidents by making good decisions about equipment.

The first question you’ll need to ask is whether your youngster is capable of operating this mower safely. Remember, young people vary widely, and AGE

IS NOT THE ONLY FACTOR.

Physically, a youngster must be LARGE ENOUGH AND STRONG ENOUGH to easily start the mower and control its direction. The youngster also needs enough size, strength, and coordination to comfortably reach and operate the controls.

Another, tougher question you need to ask is if your youngster has enough

MATURITY AND RESPONSIBILITY to safely operate this mower. Does the young person think through problems and come to logical solutions ? Be honest

! Anyone who takes unnecessary risks and doesn’t obey rules should not

operate this lawn mower.

when, and how your youngster operates this

If you decide that your son or daughter can handle the mower safely,

CAREFULLY READ THE OWNER’S MANUAL with your youngster. Make sure

you both understand all instructions and warnings. Also, be sure your youngster

wears sturdy shoes and other protective clothing when operating or handling the mower.

SUPERVISION is also very important. Walk with your youngster during the first

few minutes of mowing. Even after the youngster has become confident with the mower, do not let the young person use the mower without good adult

supervision. An adult should also be present during refueling and maintenance.

In fact, it’s up to parents to make sure that the mower is properly maintained

and kept in safe operating condition.

By always placing safety first, your youngster will acquire useful skills and a sense of accomplishment. And you’ll both get the best results from your lawn mower.

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

ROTO-STOP LEVER

m”“““’ BAR

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTING LEVER

FRAME SERIAL NUMBER

ROTO-STOP BUTTON

DISCHARGE GUARD

FUEL TANK CAP

SERIAL NUMBER OIL

(on back FILLER of engine) CAP

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 57).

Frame serial number: - - Engine serial number: GXV140- __ - __ __ - - -

OIL DRAIN BOLT

MUFFLER

RECOIL STARTER

2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION

ROTO-STOP LEVER

HANDLEBAR

DRIVE CLUTCH

SHIFT

LEVER

ROM-STOP

RI Il-rnN

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,,“, L

LEVER

CUlTlNG HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

SPARK PLUG CAP

FiJEL VALVE

CARBURETOR

ADJUSTMENT

AIR CLEANER

/ J HANDLEBAR

3. CONTROLS

FUEL VALVE

The fuel valve opens and closes the connection between the fuel tank and the carburetor.

The fuel valve must be in the ON position for the engine to run.

When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF position to prevent the possibility of carburetor flooding, and to reduce the possibility of fuel

leakage.

explode, causing injury or death. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position when

the mower is not in use.

THROTTLE LEVER

CHOKE position: For starting FAST position ( * 1: For mowing SLOW position (L 1: For idling STOP position: Stops the engine

Gasoline is extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can

FUEL VALVE

ILJJ

THROlTLE LEVER

3. CONTROLS

ROTO-STOP LEVER

The ROTO-STOP lever operates the blade brake/clutch mechanism. It is used to start and stop the blade.

To put the blade into operation, press the button on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, then push the lever forward and hold it against the handlebar.

Releasing the ROTO-STOP lever will stop the blade.

Operate the ROTO-STOP lever with a quick and complete motion, so the blade drive is always either fully engaged or stopped. This will help to prevent stalling the engine, and it will also extend the service life of the ROTO-STOP mechanism.

1 NoTKE 1 If you move the ROTO-STOP lever slowly or partially, the blade brake/clutch mechanism will wear out prematurely.

NOTE: Always release the ROTO-STOP lever before starting the engine. If the blade drive is engaged, extra effort will be required to operate the starter.

ROTO-STOP LEVER

BUTTON

3. CONTROLS

DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER This lever operates the clutch to drive the rear wheels that propel the mower.

To propel the mower, push the drive clutch lever forward and hold it against

the handlebar. Release the lever to disengage the drive. To propel the mower and operate the blade at the same time, press the button

on top of the ROTO-STOP lever, push the ROTO-STOP lever forward, then push the drive clutch lever forward.

NOTE: Always release the drive clutch lever before starting the engine. If the drive clutch is engaged, the mower will move forward when you operate the starter.

ROTO-STOP

LEVER

_-.

DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER

._ ‘-

3. CONTROLS

SHIFT LEVER The shift lever selects the drive speed for the mower. Move the shift lever to

select the pace at which you wish to mow. NOTE:

The mower will lurch if you shift gears while the drive clutch is engaged. Release the drive clutch lever before moving the shift lever.

To avoid incomplete gear engagement, be sure the shift lever is centered in one of the three detent positions.

MAXIMUM SPEED: Position

Position 2 (MEDIUM): Position 3

(SLOW):

(FAST): 4.6

f?/sec

2.6

(0.8 m/set)

3.9 ft/sec (1.2 m/set) ft/sec

(1.4 m/set)

HANDLEBAR LOCKING KNOBS The handlebar locking knobs must be tightened to secure the handlebar in the mowing position. These knobs can be loosened to fold the handlebar for storage or transport convenience (see

page 53).

SHIFT LEVER

HANDLEBAR

KING KNOBS

3. CONTROLS

CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVERS

serious injury. Stop the engine before adjusting cutting height.

There are six cutting height settings:

3/4

in (2.0 cm), l-1/4 in (3.2 cm),

l-3/4 in (4.4 cm), 2- l/4 in (5.5 cm), 2-5/8 in (6.6 cm), and 3 in (7.7 cm). These are approximate figures, as the actual height of cut grass will vary with lawn and soil conditions.

To adjust cutting height, pull each adjusting lever toward the wheel, and

move it into another notch. Set all foui

adjusting levers to the same cutting height position.

314

in.

(2.0

cm)

l-114

(4.5

2-114

(5.6

2-5/B (6.7

in.

(7.7

in.

cm)

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cm)

in.

cm)

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/ / l-314 in.

ADJUSTING LEVERS

ADJUSTINdl LEVER

Select the correct cutting height for your mowing requirements. Cutting height

settings of l-l /4 in (3.2 cm) to 2-l /4 in (5.5 cm) are 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 81 garden center

for advice about specific types of grasses and growing conditions in your area.

If you are not certain which cutting height to select, check the appearance

of the lawn after mowing a small area, then readjust cutting height if necessary.

4. ATTACHMENTS

Honda HR195 mowers are provided with a grass bag as standard equipment. You can operate the mower with the grass bag installed to collect the grass clippings, or with the grass bag removed (or optional side-discharge chute installed) if you wish to leave the grass clippings on the lawn. When attachments are removed, the discharge guard automatically closes to protect the operator from objects that may be thrown by the blade.

NOTE:

When mowing without attachments, the closed discharge guard will trap more grass under the cutter deck, and the cutter deck may clog when mowing grass that is thick or tall. If clogging occurs, mow more frequently, cut a narrower swath, and/or select a slower drive speed. You may also need to raise the mower’s cutting height.

If you wish to leave the grass clippings on the lawn, we recommend using

the optional, side discharge chute (see page 16). GRASS BAG (standard equipment) Installation

Raise the discharge guard, and hook the grass bag onto the mower as shown.

Release the discharge guard.

ASS BAG LID

Removal

1. Raise the discharge guard, grab the handle of the grass bag lid, and remove the bag.

2. Release the discharge guard.

NOTE: When the bag is clear of the discharge guard, you can lift it through the handlebar opening, or you can remove it to the rear of the mower below the handlebar.

GUARD

4. ATTACHMENTS

A side-discharge chute is available from authorized Honda lawn mower dealers. It attaches to the cutter deck in place of the standard grass bag.

SIDE-DISCHARGE CHUTE (optional)

CHUTE

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK

Check the following

items

before starting the engine. BLADE Turn the fuel valve OFF, and tilt the

mower to the right, so the carburetor side is up.

NOTE: Hard starting and fuel leakage may result if the mower is tilted with the carburetor side down.

Inspect the blade for wear and damage.

NORMAL

EXCESSIVELY

WORN

BENT

BLhDE BOLTS

A dull blade can be sharpened, but a blade that is worn out, bent, cracked, or otherwise damaged must be replaced. A worn or damaged blade could break, causing pieces of the blade to be thrown from the mower.

A worn or damaged blade may cause serious injury. Always

inspect the blade before using the mower. When the blade needs sharpening or replacement, take the lawn mower to

an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer. Or, if you have a torque wrench, you can remove and install the blade yourself (see page 48).

l Blade sharpening: To avoid weakening the blade, or causing imbalance or

poor cutting, the blade should be sharpened by an authorized Honda lawn mower dealer.

l Blade replacement: Use a genuine Honda replacement blade or its equivalent.

Check that the blade bolts are tight. Use a wooden block to prevent the blade from turning when tightening the bolts. Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands. Blade bolt torque: 36.2-43.4 ft-lb (5.0-6.0 kg-m).

5. PRE-OPERATION CHECK

GRASS BAG Check that the grass bag is in good condition and not clogged.

A clogged grass bag will not collect grass efficiently. When the bag needs cleaning, wash it with a garden hose, and allow it to dry thoroughly before use; a wet bag will clog quickly.

The grass bag wears during normal use and will eventually require replacement. If you operate the mower with a damaged or worn out bag, objects picked up by the blade may be thrown through the bag material.

cause serious injury. Install a new grass bag when required.

Objects thrown through a worn or damaged grass bag may

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