Honda HF2315 Original Instruction page 13

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NOTE
The dumping switch operates only with the
bla des disengaged.
– with the operator seated, keep the button (3) (
pressed until the grass-catcher is completely tipped over;
– once emptied, keep the button (4) (
grass-catcher has completely gone down while checking that
the pawl (2) stays hooked on.
NOTE
At times the audible warning may be heard at the
moment of engaging the blade even when the grass-catcher has
been emptied.This is due to
grass-cuttings left on the sensor
of the micro-switch (1). To stop
the signal, disengage the blades
and then immediately engage
them again. If the warning sound
continues, stop the engine, take
off the grass-catcher and remove
any accumulated grass-cuttings
from the sensor (1).
5.4.7 Unblocking the collector channel
Cutting very tall or wet grass, particularly at too high speed, can
cause the collector channel to become blocked. Should this happen,
it will be necessary to:
– stop forward movement immediately, disengage the blades, stop
the engine and remove the key;
– take off the grass-catcher or stone-guard;
– remove the accumulated cuttings, reaching them from the outlet
of the collector channel.
WARNING!
This job must only be performed with the en-
gine turned off.
5.4.8 "Mulching" function (optional)
The "Mulching" cap recycles grass
inside the cutting deck, chopping it
into fine strands and strewing them
evenly on the lawn.
This accessory must be mounted
as shown in the relative instruc-
tions.
5.4.9 End of mowing
When you have finished mowing, disengage the blades, lower the
engine speed and return with the cutting deck in the highest posi-
tion.
5.4.10 End of work
Stop the machine, put the accelerator lever in the «SLOW» position
and turn off the engine by putting the key into the «OFF» position.
This operation makes the fuel valve automatically close.
WARNING!
Always take out the ignition key if leaving the
machine unattended!
4.9.2)
4.9.3) pressed until the
5.4.11 Cleaning and storage
Put the machine away in a dry place protected from weather and, if
possible, cover with a cloth. After each mowing, clean the outside of
the machine, empty the grass-catcher and shake it to remove resid-
ual grass and earth.
Look for and eliminate all the grass that has accumulated inside the
engine compartment and above the cutting deck, to keep the ma-
chine at an optimal level of efficiency.
WARNING!
Always empty the grass-catcher and do not
leave containers full of cut grass inside a room.
Clean the plastic parts of the body with a damp sponge using wa-
ter and detergent, taking care not to pu water on the engine, the elec-
trical parts or the electronic card located under the dashboard.
IMPORTANT
Never use hose-nozzles or harsh detergents for
cleaning the body and engine!
For washing the inside of the cutting deck and the collector channel
the machine must be on firm ground with:
– the grass-catcher
or stone-guard fitted;
– the operator seated;
– the engine running;
– the transmission in neutral;
– the parking brake engaged;
– the blades engaged.
Connect a water hose to the pipe fittings (1) alternating, and run wa-
ter through for a few minutes each, with the blades turning.
When washing, the cutting deck should be fully lowered.
Then take off the grass-catcher, empty and rinse it, and then put it
in a position where it can dry quickly.
IMPORTANT
To avoid impairing the efficient working of the
electromagnetic clutch:
– prevent the friction from coming into contact with oil;
– do not direct jets of high-pressure water directly onto the clutch
unit;
– do not clean the clutch with petrol.
5.4.12 Storage and inactivity for long periods
If the machine is likely to be unused for a long period (more than 1
month), disconnect the ground (black) cable from the battery. Lu-
bricate all joints as directed (
WARNING!
Carefully remove any dry grass cuttings
which may have collected around the engine or silencer to
prevent their catching fire the next time the machine is used!
Empty the fuel tank by disconnecting the tube situated at the inlet
of the fuel filter (1).
Reconnect the fuel tube.
Loosen the carburetor drain screw (2), and drain the fuel into an ap-
proved gasoline container. Tighten the carburetor drain screw.
6.2.1).
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