HONDA HR215SXA - Manual (Page 40)

Blade Speed
The blade must spin very fast to cut properly. Always use the FAST
throttle setting, and keep the engine running at maximum rpm.
If engine speed drops, it could mean the engine is being overloaded
by the blade trying to cut too much grass. Mow a narrower swath,
move the mower slower, or raise the cutting height.
Blade Sharpness
A sharp blade cuts cleanly. A dull blade tears the grass, leaving
shredded ends that turn brown. When your blade doesn’t cut cleanly
anymore, have it sharpened or replaced.
Dry Grass
If the ground is too dry, mowing will stir up a lot of dust. Besides
being unpleasant to work in, too much dust will clog the carburetor air
filter.
If dust is a problem, water your lawn the day before mowing. Mow
when the grass is dry to your touch, but the soil is still moist.
Wet Grass
Wet grass is slippery and can make you lose your footing. Also, wet
grass clippings will clog the mower deck and collect in clumps on the
lawn. Always wait for wet grass to dry before mowing.
Fallen Leaves
Your mower can be used to pick up fallen leaves for disposal. If using
the mower to bag large amounts of fallen leaves, and not for mowing,
set the cutting height adjustment levers so the front of the mower
deck is one or two settings higher than the rear. An optional leaf
shredder is available.
Clogged Mower Deck
Before clearing a clogged mower deck, stop the engine and turn the
fuel valve to the OFF position. With the spark plug cap disconnected, tilt
the mower so the carburetor side is up.
Clear a clogged deck with a stick, not your hands.
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