honda-automobiles hrx217hxa User Manual

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1. Release the drive clutch and blade control levers.

2. On the HRX217HXA model, move the throttle lever to STOP. 

On the HRX217HMA model, turn the key switch to the OFF 
position. 

3. When the mower is not in use, turn the fuel valve to the OFF 

position.

For your safety, keep all four wheels on the ground and be careful to 
avoid losing your footing and your control of the mower. Keep a firm 
grip on the handlebar and walk, never run, with the mower. Be very 
careful when mowing uneven or rough ground.

If stuck, do not kick or shove the mower with your foot. Use the 

handlebar to control the mower.

Mow across slopes, not up 
and down. Avoid steep slopes 

(more than 20

°

), and be 

careful when changing 
direction. Mowing on a slope 
when the grass is damp or 
wet could cause you to slip, 
fall, and lose control of the 
mower.

Use the side of the mower to 
cut close to large obstacles, 
such as fences or walls.

Release the drive clutch lever to disengage the drive when mowing 
around trees and other obstacles. Push the mower around obstacles 
for better directional control. Be careful when mowing over obstacles 
embedded in the lawn, such as sprinkler heads, paving, edging, 
raised tree roots, etc. Avoid anything that sticks up above the surface 
of the lawn.

If a blade hits something or the mower starts to vibrate, stop the 
engine immediately, disconnect the spark plug cap, and check for 
damage (page 10). Striking objects may damage the blades, bend the 
crankshaft, and/or break the mower deck or other components. 
Vibration usually indicates serious trouble.

The Distributor’s Limited Warranty (page 19) does not cover parts 
damaged by accident or collision.

Gravel, loose stones, and landscaping material can be picked up by 
the mower and thrown many feet with enough force to cause serious 
personal injury and/or property damage. The best way to prevent 
potential injury from thrown objects is to release the blade control 
lever to stop the blades before reaching areas with gravel, loose 
stones, or landscaping material.

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The blades are sharp and spin at high speed.

Spinning blades can cut you severely and can 
amputate fingers and toes.

• Wear protective footwear.

• Keep your hands and feet away from the mower 

deck while the engine is running.

• Stop the engine before performing any adjustment, 

inspection, or maintenance.