Honda Motor Co., Ltd. reserves the right to make changes at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. The manual should be considered a permanent part of the tiller and remain with the tiller when sold. Read the manual carefully. Pay special attention to statements preceded by the following words: - Indicates a strong possibility of severe personal injury or loss of life if instructions are not followed. CAUTION: Indicates a possibility of personal injury or equipment damage if instructions are not followed. NOTE: Gives helpful information. Thank you for purchasing a Honda Tiller. If a problem should arise, or if you have any questions about the tiller, consult an authorized Honda dealer. The Honda tiller is designed to give safe and dependable service if operated according to instructions. Read and understand the Owner’s Manual before operating the tiller. Failure to do so could result in personal injury or equipment damage. No part of this publication may be reproduced without written permission. 0 Honda Motor Co., Ltd., 1980 IMPORTANT NOTICE IMPORTANT NOTICE This tiller is not equipped with a spark arrester. Operation on forest, bush or grass covered land may be illegal in some states. Check local laws and regulations before operation. CONTENTS SAFE OPERATION . . . . . . . . . COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION OPERATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MAINTENANCE . . . . . . . . . . . TRANSPORTING/STORAGE . . SPECIFICATIONS . . . . . . . . . . ....................... ....................... ....................... ....................... ....................... ....................... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ....... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... ...... . 4 . 5 . 7 17 24 27 SAFE OPERATION SAFE OPERATION l Wear suitable clothing and shoes while using the tiller. l Whenever carrying the tiller, make sure to stop the engine; or the rotor may turn even if the clutch is disengaged. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION Fuel tank cap 2. Fuel valve 3. Air cleaner 4. Muffler 5. Throttle lever 6. Front wheel 7. Engine switch 1. 1. 2. Recoil starter 3. Spark plug 4. Drag bar 5. Mission oil level check bolt 6. Mission oil filler cap 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Engine oil drain bolt 9. Rotor OPERATION OPERATION Always check the following before using the tiller: (A) Engine oil level (B) Transmission oil level. (C) Air cleaner condition. (D) Fuel level. A. ENGINE OIL LEVEL CAUTION: Engine oil is a major factor affecting engine performance and service life. Non-detergent or vegetable oils are not recommended. Oil Recommendation Oil Recommendation CAUTION: Engine oil quality is a major factor affecting the performance and service life of the engine. Nondetergent or vegetable oils are not recommended. Recommended oil viscosity SAE low-40 Other viscosities shown in the chart below may be used when the average temperature in your area is within the indicated range. With the tiller on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and check the oil level. If the level is low, fill to the upper level with the recommended oil. CAUTION: Insufficient oil will cause overheating and subsequent wear. (1) Oil filler hole (3) Upper limit (2) Oil filler cap (4) Lower limit B. B. With the tiller on a level surface remove the oil level check bolt and check if the oil flows out of the bolt hole. If the oil level is low, reffi with the recommended oil till it flows out of the bolt hole. (1) Oil level check bolt (2) Oil filler cap C. AIR CLEANER CONDITION Remove the cover and inspect the elements, clean them if necessary (see p. 19). (3) Air cleaner cover (4) Air cleaner elements E. E. l Gasoline is extremely flammable and explosive under certain conditions. Refuel in a well venti- lated area with the engine stopped. Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks in the area where the tiller is refueled or stored. l Never fill the tank above the level. CAUTION: Gasoline substitutes are not recommend- ed, they may be harmful to the fuel system compo- nents. Fuel tank capacity: 0.85 Q (1.80 US pt). (1) Fuel filler holk (2) Upper level Starting the Engine Starting the Engine l Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas. Never run the engine in a green house or confined area. Be sure to provide adequate ventilation. l The muffler becomes very hot during operaton, and it remains hot for a time after the engine is turned of5 Avoid touching a hot muffler. l Keep away from rotating parts while the engine is running. (1) Fuel valve (2) ON 1. Turn the fuel valve ON. 2. Turn the engine switch to ON. (3) Engine switch 3. 3. I (1) Choke lever (2) CLOSE 4. Move the throttle lever about 30 degrees from the extreme right (idle position). (3) Throttle lever NOTE: The clutch is engaged by pulling in the clutch lever and disengaged by releasing the lever. NOTE: The clutch is engaged by pulling in the clutch lever and disengaged by releasing the lever. Clutch lever Disengaged (2) Engaged 5. Make sure the clutch is disengaged, ...