Honda Power Equipment HS624 User Manual

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

We suggest you read the warranty policy to fully understand its coverage and your responsibilities of ownership. The warranty policy is a separate document that should have been given to you by your dealer.

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INTRODUCTION

FEW WORDS ABOUT SAFETY

Your safety and the safety of others are very important. And using this snowblower 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 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 snowblower. You must use your own good judgment.

You will find important safety information in a variety of forms, including:

Safety Labels - on the snowblower.

Safety Messages-

signal words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION. These signal words mean:

preceded by a safety alert symbol

and one of three

You WILL be KILLED

HURT

You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT

You CAN be HURT follow instructions.

Safety Headings - such as Safety Section - such as

Instructions - how to use this snowblower correctly and safely.

This entire book is filled with important safety information carefully.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION.

SNOWBLOWER SAFETY.

you don’t follow instructions.

SERIOUSLY

you don’t

please read it

SNOWBLOWER SAFETY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

CONTROLS & FEATURES

COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS CONTROLS

Fuel Valve Lever Engine Switch Fuel Gauge Chute Crank Starter Grip Throttle Lever Choke Knob Shift Lever Discharge Deflector Lever Foot Pedal Drive Clutch Lever and Auger Clutch Lever Transmission Release Lever

FEATURES

Work Light Snow Clearing Bar

BEFORE OPERATION

ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

YOUR SNOWBLOWER READY TO GO?

Check the General Condition Check the Engine

CHECK YOUR WORK AREA

OPERATION

SNOWBLOWING PRECAUTIONS

STARTING THE ENGINE

STOPPING THE ENGINE

CLEARING SNOW

SNOW-CLEARING TIPS

REMOVING OBSTRUCTIONS

SERVICING

THE IMPORTANCE OF MAINTENANCE

MAINTENANCE SAFETY

TOOL KIT

MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE REFUELING FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS

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SERVICING YOUR HONDA SNOWBLOWER (continued)

ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ENGINE OIL CHANGE ENGINE OIL RECOMMENDATIONS

HYDROSTATIC TRANSMISSION OIL SPARK PLUG SERVICE TRACK ADJUSTMENT

TIRE INSPECTION AUGER AND BLOWER INSPECTION SHEAR BOLT REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE SKID SHOES AND SCRAPER

STORAGE

STORAGE PREPARATION

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS REMOVAL FROM STORAGE

TRANSPORTING TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS

ENGINE PROBLEMS

DRIVE PROBLEMS SNOWBLOWER PROBLEMS

TECHNICAL

TECHNICAL INFORMATION

CONSUMER INFORMATION

QUICK REFERENCE INFORMATION

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Cleaning Fuel Engine Oil Tires

Engine Will Not Start Engine Lacks Power

Snowblower Does Not Move Snowblower Does Not Operate

Serial Number Locations Carburetor Modification for High Altitude Operation Oxygenated Fuels Emission Control System Information Air Index Specifications

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SNOWBLOWER

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

Hondasnowblowers are designed to clear snow from driveways and walkways. Other uses can result in injury to the operator or damage to the snowblower and other property.

SAFETY

Most accidents with snowblowers can be prevented in this manual and on the snowblower. The most common hazards, according accident statistics, are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others.

Avoid Rotating Auger

The snowblower auger can cause serious cuts and even amputate fingers,

hands, toes, or feet. Keep away from the auger whenever the engine is

running.

reason, always shut off the engine. clogged, stop the engine and disconnect the spark plug cap. Use the snow clearing bar or a wooden stick to remove the obstruction. Never put your hand into the snow discharge chute while the engine is running; serious personal injury could result.

Clear Operation Area

The snowblower can throw rocks and other objects with enough force to cause serious injury. Before operating the snowblower, carefully inspect the area and remove all stones, sticks, bones, nails, pieces of wire, and other loose objects. Never use the snowblower to clear snow from a gravel road or driveway, as rocks may be picked up and ejected. They may cause injury to bystanders.

you need to work around the snowblower to clear snow for any

the snow discharge chute becomes

you follow all instructions

SNOWBLOWER

Keep Shields in Place

Guards and shields are designed to protect you from being hit by thrown objectsand to keep you 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.

Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanders, windows, and other objects with ejected snow. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running.

Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snowblower.

Refuel with Care

SAFETY

Gasoline engine to cool if the snowblower has been in operation. Refuel only outdoors in

the maximum fill mark. Never smoke near gasoline, and keepother flames and sparks away. Always store gasoline in an approved container.

Turn Engine

you need to leave the snowblower for any reason, even just to inspect the

area ahead, always turn the engine

Operation on Slopes

avoid overturning, be careful when changing the direction of the snowblower while operating it on a slope. roofs. The snowblower may overturn on steep slopes if left unattended causing injury to the operator

extremely flammable, and gasoline vapor can explode.

well-ventilated area with the engine

OFF

When Not Operating the Snowblower

off.

not use the snowblower

bystanders.

OFF.

Never

Allow

fill

the fuel tank beyond

remove snow from

the

SNOWBLOWER SAFETY

Operating Conditions

not use the snowblower when visibility is poor. Under conditions of poor visibility, there is a greater risk of striking an obstacle or causing injury. Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting passing bystanders or vehicles. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running.

Operating Near Roads

Always watch for vehicle traffic when operating the snowblower near roads

and driveways. Never operate the snowblower on public roads.

Operator Responsibility

Know how to stop the snowblower quickly in case of emergency. Understand

the use of all snowblower controls.

Never permit anyone to operate the snowblower without proper instruction. Do

not let children operate the snowblower. in front of the snowblower while it is in operation, immediately release the auger and drive clutch levers to stop the snowblower and avoid possible injury

from rotating auger blades.

people or pets suddenly appear

While operating the snowblower, hold the handle firmly, and walk, don't run. Wear suitable winter boots that resist slipping.

SNOWBLOWER

SAFETY

SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS

These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully.

a label comes

off

or becomes hard to read, contact your

Honda snowblower dealer for a replacement.

AWARNING

KEEP

HANDS

DISCHARGE

CHUTE WHILE

OU1

BGASOLINE

USHUT

WHEN REFUELING.

UNEVER REFUEL

IO0

OFF ENGINE

NOT

OVERFILL.

FLAM-

CONTROLS

COMPONENT & CONTROL LOCATIONS

FEATURES

Use the two illustrations on these pages to locate and ider

frequently used controls.

Track

ENGINE SWITCH

Type

DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR LEVER DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER

DEFLECTOR

SNOW

CHUTE

CHOKE KNOB (HS1132

only),

TRANSMISSION FLUID RESERVOIR

DISCHARGE

FUEL VALVE

AUGER CLUTCH LEVER

STARTER GRIP

SHIFT

LEVER

THROlTLE LEVER

WORK LIGHT

(equipped type)

AC STARTER BUlTON

(TAS, WAS

ENGINE OIL FILLER CAP

SNOW CLEARING BAR

(equipped type)

ltify

type)

the most

CHUTE CRANK

FOOTPEDA/L

FRAME SERIAL NUMBER

TRANSMISSION

RELEASE LEVER ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

\SKID

PLATE

AC OUTPUT TERMINAL

(for

optional light kit

)

CONTROLS & FEATURES

Wheel

DEFLECTOR

Type

SNOW

DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR LEVER

DISCHA

STARTER GRIP

AUGER CLUTCH LEVER

DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER

SHIFT LEVER

ENGINE SWITCH

FUEL VALVE

CHUTE CRANK

FRAME SERIAL

TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER

ENGINE SERIAL NUMBER

SKID

PLATE

BAR

CONTROLS

Fuel Valve Lever

The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank to the carburetor. Make sure that the fuel valve is positioned exactly at either the position. When the snowblower is not in use, always leave the fuel valve in the reduce the possibility leakage.

Engine Switch

The engine switch controls the ignition system. The key (if equipped) can only be inserted and removed when turned to OFF.

OFF

position

fuel

OFF

CONTROLS

FUEL

~~~

FEATURES

OFF

Stops the engine.

Running position, and for

starting with the recoil starter.

Fuel Gauge (equipped type)

The fuel gauge indicates the

amount of fuel in the tank. When

the fuel gauge needle enters the

"E"

range, refill the tank as soon

possible.

ENGINE

SWITCH

FUEL GAUGE

CONTROLS & FEATURES

Chute Crank

Use the chute crank to turn the snow discharge chute right or left.

To throw snow to the left

throw snow to the right

Starter Grip

Pull this grip to start the engine. See page 24 for starting procedures.

Throttle Lever

The throttle lever controls engine speed from stay in any designated position. For the HS624, HS724, HS828 and

HS928 models, set the lever to CHOKE when the engine is cold.

THROTTLE LE

SLOW

FAST.

SLOW

it will

STARTER

HS1132:

THROlTLE LEVER

GRIP

SLOW

CONTROLS & FEATURES

Choke

The choke knob opens and closes the choke valve in the carburetor. The CLOSED position enriches the fuel mixture for starting a cold engine. The OPEN position provides the correct fuel mixture for operation after

starting, and for restarting a warm engine.

Shift

Knob

Lever

(HS1132

Only)

The shift lever selects F (FORWARD), N (NEUTRAL), or R (REVERSE). The shift lever also controls the transmission drive ratio; moving the lever

farther from NEUTRAL increases drive speed. While clearing snow, use the shift lever to control drive speed, position for best snow-clearing performance.

you can leave the throttle lever in the FAST

CONTROLS & FEATURES

Discharge Deflector Lever

The discharge deflector lever controls the snow discharge angle.

HIGH AND FAR HIGH AND FAR

DISCHARGE DEFLECTOR LEVER

Foot Pedal (track type only)

Use the pedal for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in relation to

the tracks.

Hold the handles and step on the pedal. Raise or lower the machine to the desired position and release the pedal.

LOW - Smooth, ice-covered surfaces only.

MIDDLE

HIGH

Normal use

Deep snow or for transporting the snowblower.

HIGH

MIDDLE

LOW

CONTROLS

FEATURES

Drive Clutch Lever

and

Auger Clutch Lever

Use these controls to engage the snow blowing mechanism and/or the drive

mechanism.

AUGER

Squeeze to engage the snow blowing mechanism. Squeeze

CLUTCH

LEVER

DRIVE

CLUTCH

drive transmission.

LEVER

engage the

When both levers are squeezed, the drive clutch lever locks the auger clutch

lever down. Releasing the drive clutch lever then unlocks and releases the auger clutch lever.

Both levers squeezed

DRIVE

CLUTCH

The auger clutch lever remains locked down as long as one hand continues to squeeze the drive clutch lever.

LEVER

CONTROLS

FEATURES

Transmission

The transmission release lever has two positions RELEASED and ENGAGED. Set the lever in the ENGAGED position for self-propelled operation. Set it in the RELEASED position when pushing the snowblower with the engine stopped.

Release

Lever

pcEq

Operating the transmission release lever while the engine is running can

damage the transmission.

Stop the engine.

Set the shift lever in the “N” (Neutral) position.

Set the lever in the ENGAGED or RELEASED position.

Pushing or towing the snowblower with the transmission release controlin the engaged position will damage the hydrostatic transmission.

RELEASED ENGAGED

TRANSMISSION RELEASE LEVER

FEATURES

Work Light

CONTROLS & FEATURES

WORK

LIGHT

The light comes engine is running, and it goes

while the

OFF when the engine stops. The light does not come switch is turned

when the engine

unless the engine is started. The light can be adjusted up or down.

Snow Clearing Bar (equipped type)

the snow discharge chute or snow blowing mechanism becomes restricted, stop the engine and use

this bar to remove the obstruction. After clearing the obstruction, wipe

the bar clean, and store it in the

holders. Before removing any restriction, be

sure to stop the engine, and make sure that all rotating parts have come to a complete stop. Remove the spark plug cap from. the spark

Plug.

SNOW CLEARING

BAR

ARE YOU READY TO GET STARTED?

Your safety is your responsibility. A little time spent in preparation will significantly reduce your risk of injury.

Knowledge

Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to

operate them.

Familiarize yourself with the snowblower and its operation before you begin

using it. Know how to quickly shut off the snowblower in case of an emergency.

YOUR SNOWBLOWER READY

For your safety, and to maximize the service life of your equipment, it is very important to take afew moments before you operate the snowblower to check its condition. Be sure to take care of any problem you find, or have your servicing dealer correct it, before you operate the snowblower.

improperly maintaining this snowblower, or failing to correct a problem before operation,

could cause a malfunction in which you could be seriously injured.

GO?

Always perform before each operation, and correct any problem.

Before beginning your preoperation checks, be sure the snowblower is on a level surface and the engine switch is in the OFF position.

preoperation inspection

BEFORE OPERATION

Check the General Condition

Look around and underneath the snowblower for signs of oil or gasoline leaks.

Check the auger house and the discharge chute for accumulation of

packed snow or ice. Clean the auger housing and discharge chute before

starting the snowblower.

Look for signs of damage. Check each control for proper operation. Check the auger and blower for loose or broken bolts,

them with new ones (page

Check the skid shoes and scraper bar for wear. Replace them if necessary

(page

Check that all nuts, bolts, screws are tightened.

Check the Engine

50).

the Snowblower:

49).

broken, replace

Check the oil level (page

Check the fuel level (page

or reduce operating interruptions for refueling.

Check the hydrostatic fluid level in the reservoir (page

HONDA HYDROSTATIC FLUID.

40).

38).

Starting with a full tank will help to eliminate

43).

Use only

BEFORE OPERATION

CHECK YOUR WORK AREA

For your safety and the safety of others, always inspect the area before operating the snowblower.

Objects

Anything which can be picked up by the augers and thrown is a potential

hazard to you and others. Look for things like stones, sticks, bones, nails, and

wire, and remove them from the work area.

People

People and animals near the work area can move into your snowblowers path or into a position where they could be struck by thrown objects. Clear the area of people, especially children and pets. Their safety is your responsibility.

Work Area

Check the condition of the snow. Adjust your snowblower ground speed (not

engine speed) Check the skid shoes for proper adjustment. Adjust the skid shoes to obtain

the auger ground clearance for the type of surface the snowblower will be operated over (page

and

Pets

and

snowblowing swath accordingly.

51).

OPERATION

SNOWBLOWING PRECAUTIONS

Before operating the snowblower for the first time, please review both the SNOWBLOWER SAFETYchapter (page

chapter (page

Even

you have operated other snowblowers, take time to become familiar

18).

with how this snowblower works, and practice in a safe area until you build up

your skills.

and the BEFORE OPERATION

Never tamper with, or alter any

the controls or safety devices on the

snowblower.

For your safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area

such as a garage. Your snowblower’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon

monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause illness

or death.

Carbon monoxide gas is toxic. Breathing it can cause unconsciousness and even kill you.

Avoid any enclosed areas or activities that expose you to carbon monoxide.

STARTING THE ENGINE

Move the shift lever to

“N”

(Neutral) position.

(Neutral)

OPERATION

Set the transmission release lever in the ENGAGED position (page

16).

ENGAGED

Turn the fuel valve to the ON position.

Be sure that the drain knob is

tightened securely.

In cold weather and when the engine

is cold, follow the procedures below.

TRANSMISSION

THROlTLE

LEVE

DRAIN

RELEASE

KNOB

LEVER

HS624/HS724/HS828/HS928:

Move the throttle lever to the position.

CHOKE

OPERATION

HS1132:

Pull the choke knob to the CLOSED position and move the throttle lever to

the

FAST

position.

Start the engine.

Electric-start

Models

(TAS,

CHOKE

CLOSED

KNOB

WAS

type):

THROTTLE

LEVER

a. Connect your power cord to the switch box and the male end of the

power cord to a properly grounded

ACAUTION

IUSE ONLY WITH GROUNOEO OUTLET AN0

3-WIRE CORD.

1120

VOLT A.C. ONLY

100

NOT CRANK OVER 1 MINUTE WllHOLlT

COOLING

100

NOT USE IN RAIN.

MINUTES.

120

volt ac outlet.

POWER

minimize the possibility

potentially dangerous electrical shocks, always

use a 3-conductor power cord with a power rating of no less than

Also,

be sure that the outlet you are using is properly grounded.

not connect and disconnect the power cord with wet hands.

CORD

amps.

Be sure to hold the plug when disconnecting the power cord from the electrical outlet or switch box.

not disconnect by pulling on the power cord.

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