honda-automobiles hrb216hxa User Manual

For best cut quality, always mow 
with the throttle lever in the FAST 
position. When the blades rotate 
at the preset fast speed, it creates 
a strong fan action that lifts and 
cuts grass more efficiently. Do not 
try to increase the preset engine 
speed: the blade could fracture 
and come apart.

To start blade rotation, press the 
button on top of the blade control 
lever, then push the lever forward 
quickly and hold it against the 
handlebar.

Release the blade control lever to 
stop the blades.

Operate the blade control lever 
with a quick and complete motion, 
so the blade control 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 blade control 
mechanism.

Always release the blade control lever before starting the engine to 
prevent the blades from turning.