Using The Machine - Honda HF2315 Manuel D'utilisation

Do not use mixtures containing more than 10% ethanol, or fuel con-
taining methanol (methyl or wood alcohol), which do not contain
cosolvents, or corrosion inhibitors for methanol.
In the case of a mixture containing methanol with addition of cosol-
vents and corrosion inhibitors, limit the proportion to 5% of methanol.
The guarantee does not cover damage caused to the fuel system or
engine performance problems resulting from the use of fuel contai-
ning alcohol. Honda does not give its approval to the use of fuels
containing methyl alcohol since their suitability is not yet proven.
5.3.4 Checking the braking system
Make sure that the machine's braking capacity is adequate for the
conditions of usage. Avoid starting the machine if you have doubts
on the brake efficiency. If necessary, adjust the brake (
you still have doubts about its efficiency, contact your
Dealer.
5.3.5 Fitting the exit guards (grass catcher or rear discharge
guard)
WARNING!
Never use the machine without having fitted
the protection devices at the exit!
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The protection devices must be fitted with the tipping levers
lower ed.
Hook on the grass catcher inserting the
upper frame tube in the holes on the two
supports (1).
To centre the grass catcher correctly,
align the two symbols on the grass
catcher and on the back plate.
Make sure that the lower pipe of the grass
catcher opening is attached to the pawl
(2). If the hook is difficult or too loose,
adjust the return spring (
If you decide to work without the grass
catcher, a discharge guard kit is avail-
able upon request (
be attached to the rear plate as indicated
in the instructions.
5.3.6 Checking machine safety and efficiency
1. Check that the safety devices function as described (
2. Check that the brake is in perfect working order.
3. Do not start mowing if the cutting means vibrate or if you are
unsure whether they are sharp enough. Always remember that:
– A badly sharpened cutting means pulls at the grass and causes
the lawn to turn yellow.
– A loose cutting means causes abnormal vibrations and can be
dangerous.
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.3.6).
6
9.2). This has to
WARNING!
whether it is working safely or efficiently. If in doubt, contact
your Dealer immediately to make the necessary checks or
repairs

5.4 USING THE MACHINE

5.4.1 Starting
DANGER!
an open or well-ventilated area! ALWAYS REMEMBER THAT
THE ENGINE'S EXHAUST FUMES ARE TOXIC!
To start the engine .
6.3.4). If
– open the fuel stopcock (1) ( if fitted);
– put the drive into neutral («N») (
– disengage the cutting means (
– apply the parking brake on sloping ground;
– for a cold start, use the choke (
– if the engine is already warm, just put the lever between «SLOW»
and «FAST»;
– insert the ignition key and turn to «ON» to make electrical contact,
then turn to «START» to start the engine;
– release the ignition key once the engine has started.
When the engine has started, put the accelerator in the «SLOW»
position.
IMPORTANT
is running smoothly. Using it when the engine is already warm can
foul the spark plugs and cause the engine to run erratically.
NOTE
as you can risk running the battery flat and flooding the engine.
Turn the key to the «OFF» position, wait for a few seconds and
then repeat the operation. If the malfunction persists, refer to the
engine manual and chapter «8» in this manual.
IMPORTANT
vent the engine from starting if safety requirements have not been
met ( 5.2). In these cases, once the situation has been cor-
rected, the key must first be turned back to «OFF» before the en-
gine can be restarted.
5.4.2 Forward drive and moving without mowing
WARNING!
public r oads. I t h as t o b e u sed ( as i ndicated b y t he H ighway C ode) i n
private areas closed to traffic.
When moving the machine:
– disengage the cutting means;
– bring the cutting-means assembly to the highest position (position
«7»);
5.2).
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Put the accelerator control between the «SLOW» and «FAST»
positions, and the gear change lever in the 1st speed position
( 4.22).
Keep the pedal pressed down and disengage the parking brake.
Slowly release the pedal which will turn from «brake» to «clutch»,
thus operating the rear wheels (
Do not use the machine if you are unsure
All starting operations have to be effected in
4.22 or 4.32);
4.7);
4.2);
The choke must be closed as soon as the engine
If there are engine starting problems, do not insist
Always bear in mind that the safety devices pre-
This machine has not been approved for use on
4.21).