HONDA HRS216SDA User Manual

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Obstacles

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, etc.
Avoid anything that sticks up above the surface of the lawn.

If the blade hits something, or if the mower starts to vibrate, stop the
engine immediately, disconnect the spark plug cap, and check for
damage (see page 12). Striking objects may damage the blade, bend
the crankshaft, and/or break the mower deck or other components.
Vibration usually indicates serious trouble.

The

Distributor’s Limited Warranty

does not cover parts damaged by

accident or collision.

Gravel and Loose Objects

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 flywheel brake
lever to stop the blade before reaching areas with gravel, loose
stones, or landscaping material.

OPERATION

WARNING

A worn, cracked, or damaged blade can
break, and pieces of the damaged blade can
become dangerous projectiles.

Thrown objects can cause serious injury.

Inspect the blade regulary, and od not
operate the mower with a worn or damaged
blade.