honda-automobiles hrb216hxa User Manual

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OPERATION
MOWING PRECAUTIONS
Before operating the mower for the first time, please review 
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION (page 4) and the previous 
chapter, BEFORE OPERATION (page 12). Even if you have operated 
other mowers, take time to become familiar with how this mower works 
and practice in a safe area until you build up your skills. For your 
safety, avoid starting or operating the engine in an enclosed area such 
as a garage. Your mower’s exhaust contains poisonous carbon 
monoxide gas which can collect rapidly in an enclosed area and cause 
illness or death.
STARTING THE ENGINE
Before starting, always release 
drive clutch lever, so the mower will 
not move forward when you 
operate the starter.
1. Turn the fuel valve to the ON 
position.
2. Move the throttle lever to the 
proper starting position.
COLD ENGINE:
Move the throttle lever to the 
CHOKE position.
WARM ENGINE:
Move the throttle lever to the 
FAST position.
ON
FUEL 
VALVE
CHOKE
FAST