Honda Power Equipment HRC7113 User Manual

OWNER’S MANUAL

HRC7113 TruGear

Mid-size Commercial Mower

The engine exhaust from this product

contains chemicals known to the State

of California to cause cancer, birth

defects, or other reproductive harm.

Keep this owner’s manual handy, so you can refer to it at any time, and make sure the manual stays with the commercial mower if you sell it.

This owner’s manual is considered a permanent part of the commercial mower and should remain with the mower if resold.

The information and specifications included in this publication were in effect at the time of approval for printing. American Honda Motor Co., Inc. Reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever.

Your mower is not equipped with a spark arrester and it may be illegal to operate the mower in some areas. Check local laws and regulations. An optional spark arrester is available from authorized Honda servicing dealers.

INTRODUCTION

Congratulations on your selection of a Honda commercial mower! We are certain you will be pleased with your purchase of one of the finest lawn mowers on the market.

We want to help you get the best results from your new mower and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully.

As you read this manual, you will find information preceded by a -1 symbol. That information is intended to help you avoid damage to your mower, other property, or the environment.

We suggest you read the Distributor’s Limited Warranty and Emission Control System Warranty to fully understand coverage and your responsibilities of ownership.

When your mower needs scheduled maintenance, keep in mind that an authorized Honda servicing dealer is specially trained in servicing Honda mowers and is supported by the parts and service divisions of American Honda. Your Honda dealer is dedicated to your satisfaction and will be pleased to answer your questions and concerns.

When you contact your Honda dealer about your mower, he’ll need to know the serial numbers of the engine, power unit, and mower deck. Write those numbers in the space below for future reference.

Best

wishes,

Power Equipment Division

American Honda Motor Co., Inc.

Engine number

Power Unit number

Mower Deck number

01998

AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR

Co.,

A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others is very important. And using this lawn mower safely is an important responsibility.

To help you make informed decisions about safety, we have provided operating procedures and other information on labels and in this manual. This information alerts you to the potential hazards that could hurt you or others.

Of course, it is not practical or possible to warn you about all the hazards associated with operating or maintaining a commercial mower. You must use your

own good judgement. You will find important safety information in a variety of forms including:

Safety Labels -

Safety Messages

words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.

These signal words mean:

on the mower.

- preceded by a safety alert symbol a and one of three

You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.

Safety Headings

Safety Section

Instructions

such as Important Safety Information.

such as

MOWER SAFETY.

- how to use this mower correctly.and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information - please read it carefully.

INTRODUCTION

A Few Words About Safety.

CONTENTS.

MOWER SAFETY.

Safety Information Important Message to Employers. Safety Label Locations.

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CONTROLS & INDICATORS

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Controls. ..........

Indicators. .........

TRANSPORTING AND

Transporting your Mower

Storage Preparation. Storage precautions. Removal From Storage

BEFORE MOWING

Check the Mower Check the Lawn

Prepare Yourself.

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STORING

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OPERATING THE MOWER

Starting the Engine Using the Direction Controls Starting to Mow. Adjusting your Speed.

Mowing Tips. Parking the Mower

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MAINTENANCE & ADJUSTMENTS

The Importance Of Maintenance

Maintenance Safety. Emission Control System Information Maintenance Schedule. Air Cleaner

Fuel ..............................................

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INTRODUCTION

Sparkplug.. Valve Clearance. Carburetor. Throttle Cable Lubrication Points. Control Linkage Adjustment Brake Lining Thickness

Tires...............................................3 6

Cutting Height

Blades.............................................3 8

Deck Belt Adjustment And Replacement. Blade Brake Adjustment Blade Belt Adjustment And Replacement

Drive Belt Replacement.

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TROUBLESHOOTING . . . , . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Engine.............................................4 5

Mower.............................................4 5

SPECIFICATIONS

Mower.............................................4 7

Engine.............................................4 7

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Manual en

Honda Publications. Customer Service Information. Oxygenated Fuels

Modification for High Altitude Operation

Spark Arrester Service (Optional Equipment)

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SAFETY INFORMATION

Most accidents with walk-behind mowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the mower. The most common hazards,

according to accident statistics, are discussed below, along with the best way to

protect yourself and others.

Avoid Rotating Blades

A rotating blade can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers, hands, toes, or feet. Keep away from the mower deck whenever the engine is running. If you need to work around the deck to clear a grass accumulation, adjust the cutting height, or for any other reason, always shut off the engine and remove the key. Wear heavy gloves when you need to clean the mower deck or handle a blade.

Clear the Mowing Area

Mower blades can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause serious injury. Before mowing, carefully inspect the area and remove all sticks, stones, pieces of wire, and other loose objects. Never operate the blades over gravel.

Keep Shields in Place

Guards and shields are designed to protect you from being hit by thrown objects

and from touching hot engine parts and moving components. For your safety and the safety of others, keep all shields in place when the engine is running.

Refuel with Care

Gasoline is extremely flammable and gasoline vapor can explode. Refuel only

outdoors in a well-ventilated area with the engine OFF. Never smoke near

gasoline, and keep other flames and sparks away. Always store gasoline in an

approved container.

Wear Protective Clothing

Wearing protective clothing will reduce your risk of injury. Long pants and eye

protection reduce the risk of injuries from thrown objects. Sturdy shoes with

aggressive soles will help protect your feet and give you better traction on slopes

or uneven ground. Ear protection and a helmet may be required by local

ordinances or insurance policies.

Turn Engine Off When Not Mowing

If you need to leave the mower for any reason, even just to inspect the lawn

ahead, always turn the engine off. And take the key if you go farther away.

MOWER SAFETY

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS

As an employer, you have special responsibilities to the people who work for you. Before you ask anyone to operate this mower, you need to determine whether the

person is old enough, large enough, and strong enough to safely handle and

control the mower. Then be sure the employee reads and understands all instructions and warnings

in this manual and on the labels before operating the mower. Allow adequate time for hands-on training by a qualified instructor, and personally

supervise practice sessions until you feel sure the employee is ready to operate

the machine. Also be sure employees wear proper clothing and have eye protection and any

other gear that may be required by local ordinances or your insurance company.

Remember, too, that you are responsible for keeping the mower properly maintained and in safe operating condition.

Your commitment to safety on the job can help prevent accidents and result in

longer and more productive years of service.

MOWER SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact vour Honda Commercial Mower dealer for a replacement.

MOWER SAFETY

Controls & Indicators

LOCATIONS

FUEL FILLER

ENGINE OIL FILL

MOWER DECK SERIAL NUMBER

FRONT WHEEL

ADJUSTMENT SPACERS

CARBURETOR FUEL VALVE

DECK HEI LEVER

TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER

BLADE CONTROL-

SUPPORT BAR

DIRECTION

CONTROL LEVERS

FORWARD PRESENCE LEVERS

REVERSE

PRESENCE LEVER

CONTROLS & INDICATORS

CONTROLS

Fuel Valve

This valve is located on the carburetor and allows fuel to flow to the engine. Push it toward the engine to or pull it outward for

The fuel valve located at the fuel tank should be used to shut off the fuel only when changing the fuel filter.

to allow fuel to flow,

OFF.

ignition Switch

The ignition switch controls the engine ignition system. Turn the key clockwise to the

position, or turn the key counter clockwise to the

OFF

position.

Throttle

The throttle lever controls engine speed. Pull it rearward to the idle. Push it forward to the detent for the

CHOKE

position applies the choke for starting a cold engine.

FAST

position for mowing. Pushing it forward past a

SLOW

position for

Transmission Shift Lever

Use the shift’lever to select among four forward speeds, neutral, or reverse. To select reverse, the reverse operator presence lever must be pushed down or the engine will stop.

Blade Control

The blade control lever engages engine power to the mower deck, and causes the blades to turn. The forward position is operator presence levers must be held down when you engage the blade control, or the engine will stop.

Direction Controls

There are two sets of direction control levers, one set for forward travel, and the other for reverse. The direction control levers independently control each drive wheel for steering, slowing, and stopping. Pushing a forward direction control lever, gradually supplies power to the respective wheel. Pulling a lever applies the brake to that wheel.

ON,

The rear position is

OFF.

Any one of the

Pulling up on the reverse direction control levers gradually supplies power to the respective wheels.

The use of the direction control levers is explained on page 19.

CONTROLS & INDICATORS

Operator Presence Levers

The three operator presence levers are part of the safety interlock system. There is a lever at each forward direction control lever and one above the reverse support bar. When the blade control is

Before shifting into reverse, you must hold the reverse presence lever down. In

either case if you don’t hold the appropriate lever, the engine will stop.

ON,

you must hold at least one lever down.

Parking Brake

The parking brake locks the brakes apply the brakes, and then press on the parking brake pedal. Release the brake

by pulling harder on both forward direction control levers.

ON.

Pull the forward direction control levers to

Front-Wheel Adjustment Spacers

The front-wheel adjustment spacers allow adjustment of the cutting height in 0.5

inch increments, from 1.5 to 4.5 inches (38-114 mm). Their use is explained on page 37.

Deck Height Lever

The deck height lever allows adjustment of the cutting height in 0.5inch

increments, from 1.5 to 4.5 inches (38-114 mm). Its use is explained on page 37.

CGT (Center of Gravity Transfer) System

The center of gravity may be shifted toward the rear of the mower for specific

mowing situations. Remove the plastic plug at the front of the control panel and add a quantity of sand to produce the desired weight distribution. Use only “play sand” to reduce the chance of corrosion. The sand may be removed by removing

plugs on the sides of the tank.

Be aware that the center of gravity is moved not only rearward, but also upward. This higher center of gravity may decrease stability when operating on slopes.

INDICATORS

These indicators help you monitor the condition of the mower.

Hour meter

The hour meter indicates the total operating time of the mower in hours and tenths

of an hour. It operates whenever the engine is running.

OIL ALERTLY

The Honda

safe operating level. Whenever you hear the buzzer, stop the engine and check the oil level (page 29).

Buzzer

OIL

ALERT buzzer will sound whenever the engine oil level is below a

CONTROLS & INDICATORS

Transporting and Storing

TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER

Use a loading ramp to get the mower on and off the vehicle. Be sure both the

ramps and vehicle are able to support the weight of the mower and operator.

When the mower is in position, turn the fuel valve fuel leaking.

Tie the mower down, front and rear, with ropes or straps. You may use the front caster brackets and holes in the rear of the engine bed to tie the mower down. Be careful not to damage linkages when tightening the ropes or straps.

Remember that the engine and exhaust system become hot during operation.

Avoid touching them.

OFF

to prevent the possibility of

STORAGE PREPARATION

Proper storage preparation is essential for keeping your mower trouble free and looking good. The following steps will help to keep rust and corrosion from impairing your mower’s function and appearance, and will make the engine easier to start when you use the mower again.

Cleaning the Engine

Wash the engine by hand, and be careful to prevent water from entering the air cleaner.

Using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment can force water into the air

cleaner. Water in the air cleaner will soak the filters and can enter the carburetor

or engine cylinder, causing damage.

Water contacting a hot engine can cause damage. If the engine has been running,

allow it to cool for at least half an hour before washing. Cleaning the Mower Deck If using a garden hose or pressure washing equipment to clean the mower deck,

be careful to avoid getting water into controls and cables, or anywhere near the engine air cleaner or muffler opening.

1 NOTICE 1

Spraying water on hot mower deck bearings can cause them to be damaged from cooling too quickly.

Before washing the underside of the mower deck, be sure the parking brake is set and the height adjustment lever is all the way up.

Remove the grass bag (optional kit) from its frame, and wash it with a garden hose or pressure washing equipment. Allow the bag to completely dry before

storage.

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

After washing the mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces. Start the engine outdoors, and let it run until it reaches normal operating

temperature to evaporate any water remaining on the engine.

While the engine is running, hold an operator presence lever and operate the

blade control lever to expel water from the blade pulleys, spindles, and other mower deck areas. Allow the blades to spin for several minutes to ensure that no

water remains. Stop the engine and allow it to cool. After the mower is clean and dry, touch up any damaged paint and coat other

areas with a light film or oil. Do not apply oil to the pulleys, brake drums, or to the blade brake drum. Lubricate the throttle cable core with a silicone spray lubricant.

Fuel

Gasoline will oxidize and deteriorate in storage. Old gasoline will cause hard starting, and it leaves gum deposits that clog the fuel system. If the gasoline in your mower deteriorates during storage, you may need to have the carburetor and other fuel system components serviced or replaced.

The length of time that gasoline can be left in your fuel tank and carburetor without causing functional problems will vary with such factors as gasoline blend, your storage temperatures, and whether the fuel tank is partially or completely filled. The air in a partially filled fuel tank promotes fuel deterioration. Very warm storage temperatures accelerate fuel deterioration. Fuel deterioration problems may occur within a few months, or even less if the gasoline was not fresh when. you filled the fuel tank.

Fuel system damage or engine performance problems resulting from neglected

storage preparation are not covered under warranty. You can extend fuel storage life by adding a gasoline stabilizer that is formulated

for that purpose, or you can avoid fuel deterioration problems by draining the fuel tank and carburetor.

Adding a Gasoline Stabilizer to Extend Fuel Storage Life When adding a gasoline stabilizer, fill the fuel tank with fresh gasoline. If only

partially filled, air in the tank will promote fuel deterioration during storage. If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh

gasoline.

1. Add gasoline stabilizer following manufacturer’s instructions.

2. After adding a gasoline stabilizer, run the engine outdoors for 10 minutes to be sure that treated gasoline has replaced the untreated gasoline in the carburetor.

3. Stop the engine, and turn the fuel valve to the

OFF

position.

Draining the Fuel Tank and Carburetor

1. Loosen the carburetor drain screw and turn the fuel valve

ON.

Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when

handling fuel.

Keep heat, sparks, and flame away.

Handle fuel only outdoors.

Wipe up spills immediately.

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

DRAIN SCREW

2. Drain the fuel into an approved gasoline container. Reinstall the drain screw.

Engine Oil

1. Change the engine oil (page 30).

2. Remove the spark plug (page 32).

3. Pour a tablespoon (5 -

10 cc) of clean engine oil into the cylinder.

4. Pull the starter rope a few times to distribute the oil in the cylinder.

5. Reinstall the spark plug.

Grease

Lubricate all grease points (page 35).

Tires

Check tire air pressure (page 36).

TRANSPORTING AND STORING

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

If your mower will be stored with gasoline in the fuel tank and carburetor, it is important to reduce the hazard of gasoline vapor ignition. Select a well-ventilated storage area away from any appliance that operates with a flame, such as a

furnace, water heater, or clothes dryer. Also avoid any area with a spark-

producing electric motor, or where power tools are operated. If possible, avoid storage areas with high humidity, because that promotes rust

and corrosion.

Unless all fuel has been drained from the fuel tank, leave the fuel valve in the

position to reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.

Park the mower on a level surface. Tilting can cause fuel or oil leakage.

With the engine and exhaust system cool, cover the mower to keep out dust. A

hot engine and exhaust system can ignite or melt some materials. Do not use

sheet plastic as a dust cover. A nonporous cover will trap moisture around the

mower, promoting rust and corrosion.

OFF

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

Check your mower as described in the Before Mowing chapter of this manual

(we 17). If the fuel was drained during storage preparation, fill the tank with fresh gasoline.

If you keep a container of gasoline for refueling, be sure that it contains only fresh

gasoline. Gasoline oxidizes and deteriorates over time, causing hard starting.

If the cylinder was coated with oil during storage preparation, the engine may

smoke briefly at startup. This is normal.

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A FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY

Contents

SAFETY INFORMATION

IMPORTANT MESSAGE TO EMPLOYERS

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

Controls & Indicators

LOCATIONS

CONTROLS

INDICATORS

Transporting and Storing

TRANSPORTING YOUR MOWER

STORAGE PREPARATION

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS

REMOVAL FROM STORAGE