honda-automobiles hrx217hxa User Manual

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4. Plug the charger into a standard 120 Vac power outlet and let the 

battery charge for 20 to 24 hours. The charger may become 
slightly warm during charging. This is normal.

5. After the battery has charged, disconnect the charger and 

reconnect the battery connector to the harness connector.

6. Replace the battery cover. Do not operate without the battery 

cover installed.

The electric starter circuit and battery are protected by a 40 ampere 
fuse. If the fuse burns out, the electric starter will not operate. The 
engine can be started manually if the fuse burns out.

1. Remove the battery cover by depressing the tabs located on the 

sides and releasing the tab on top of the battery cover
(see page 13).

2. Locate the fuse case above the battery.

3. Remove and inspect the fuse. If it is burned out, install the spare 

40 ampere fuse provided with the mower as shown.

If a frequent fuse failure occurs, it usually indicates a short circuit or 
an overload in the electrical system. Take the mower to an authorized 
Honda servicing dealer for repair.

If the engine has been running, allow it to cool for at least 15 minutes 
before loading the mower on the transport vehicle. A hot engine and 
exhaust system can burn you and ignite some materials.

1. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. This will prevent carburetor 

flooding and reduce the possibility of fuel leakage.

2. If installed, remove the grass bag.

If a suitable loading ramp is not available, two people should lift the 
mower on and off the transport vehicle while holding the mower level.

Position the mower so all four wheels are on the bed of the transport 
vehicle. Tie the mower down with rope or straps and block the wheels. 

Keep the tie-down rope or straps away from the controls, adjustment 
levers, cables, and the carburetor.

The handlebar can be folded so the mower will take up less space.

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

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

Wash the lawn mower, including the underside of 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.

Before washing the underside of the mower deck, be sure the fuel 
valve is in the OFF position. Disconnect the spark plug cap. Rest the 
mower on its right side so the air cleaner side is up. This will help 
prevent fuel leakage and hard starting due to carburetor flooding. 
Wear heavy gloves to protect your hands from the blades.

Remove the bag from the mower and wash it with a garden hose or 
pressure washing equipment. Allow the bag to dry completely before 
storage.

1. After washing the lawn mower, wipe dry all accessible surfaces.

2. With the mower in an upright position, open the Clip Director, start 

the engine outdoors, engage the blade control lever, and let the 
engine run until it reaches normal operating temperature to 
evaporate any water remaining on the engine.

3. Stop the engine and allow it to cool.

4. After the lawn mower is clean and dry, touch up any damaged 

paint (touch-up paint part numbers are on page 19) and coat other 
areas that may rust with a light film of oil. Lubricate the control 
cable cores with a silicone spray lubricant (page 19).

To assure maximum reliability, the battery should be charged both 
before and after prolonged storage. A plug-in charger is provided to 
charge the battery (page 13).

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