HONDA HRX217HXA - Manual (Page 25)

OPERATION
23
OPERATING THE CONTROLS FOR MOWING
Throttle Lever
For best cut quality, always mow
with the throttle lever in the FAST
position. When the blades rotate
at the preset fast speed, it creates
a strong fan action that lifts and
cuts grass more efficiently. Do not
try to increase the preset engine
speed; the blade could fracture
and come apart.
Blade Control Lever
To start blade rotation, press the
button on top of the blade control
lever, then push the lever forward
quickly and hold it against the
handlebar.
Release the blade control lever to
stop the blades.
Operate the blade control lever
with a quick and complete motion,
so the blade control is always
either fully engaged or stopped.
This will help to prevent stalling
the engine, and it will also extend
the service life of the blade control
mechanism.
Always release the blade control lever before starting the engine to
prevent the blades from turning.
FAST
THROTTLE LEVER
BLADE CONTROL LEVER
BUTTON