Honda Automobiles Hs622 Manuel D Utilisation
Honda Automobiles Hs622 Manuel D Utilisation
Honda Automobiles Hs622 Manuel D Utilisation
SNOWBLOWER
HS622
Safety Messages
Your safety and the safety of others is very important. We have
provided important safety messages in this manual and on the
snowblower. Please read these messages carefully.
A safety message alerts you to potential hazards that could hurt you
or others. Each safety message is preceded by a safety alert symbol
8. and one of three words: DANGER, WARNING, or CAUTION.
These mean
m
You WILL be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
B
You CAN be KILLED or SERIOUSLY HURT if you don’t
follow instructions.
B You CAN be HURT if you don’t follow instructions.
Each message tells you what the hazard is, what can happen, and
what you can do to avoid or reduce injury.
SAFETY ........................................................................................................ 3
SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .................................................................. 3
SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................................... 4
COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION.. .............................................................. .7
CONTROLS .................................................................................................. 8
Engine Switch .......................................................................................... 8
Fuel Valve ................................................................................................. 8
Choke Lever .............................................................................................. 9
Starter Grip ............................................................................................... 9
Throttle Lever ........................................................................................ .lO
Shift Lever .............................................................................................. 10
Chute Guide ........................................................................................... 11
Drive Clutch Lever ................................................................................ .ll
Auger Clutch Lever ................................................................................ 12
Height Adjustment Bolt ........................................................................ .12
Skid Plate and Scraper .......................................................................... 13
Handle Height Adjusting Bolt ...............................................................
PRE-OPERATION CHECK.. ........................................................................ ::
Engine Oil ............................................................................................... 14
Fuel ......................................................................................................... 15
Auger Bolts ............................................................................................. 18
Other Checks .......................................................................................... 18
STARTING THE ENGINE ........................................................................... 19
SNOWBLOWER OPERATION ................................................................... 22
Operating the Controls .......................................................................... 22
Clearing Snow ........................................................................................ 26
High Altitude Operation ........................................................................ 28
STOPPING THE ENGINE .......................................................................... -29
MAINTENANCE ......................................................................................... 30
The Importance of Maintenance .......................................................... 30
Maintenance Safety ............................................................................... 31
Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility .......................... .32
Maintenance Schedule .......................................................................... 33
Tools ....................................................................................................... 34
Engine Oil Change ................................................................................ .35
Spark Plug Service ................................................................................. 36
Track Adjustment ................................................................................... 38
Auger and Blower Inspection ............................................................... 39
STORAGE ................................................................................................... 40
TROUBLESHOOTING.. .
SPECIFICATIONS.. .............................................................................................................
WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION ................................................... .46
INDEX ......................................................................................................... 47
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SAFETY
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SAFETY INFORMATION
Before operating the snowblower, inspect the area in which you are
going to clear snow. Remove debris and other obstacles the
snowblower might strike or throw as that may cause injury or
damage to the snowblower.
Inspect the snowblower before operating it. Repair any damage and
correct any malfunction before operation.
If you hit an obstacle while operating the snowblower, stop the
engine immediately, and check for damage. Damaged equipment
may increase the possibility of injury during operation.
l Children and pets must be kept away from the area of operation to
avoid injury from flying debris and contact with the snowblower.
l If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and
use a wooden stick to unclog it. Never put your hand into the snow
discharge chute while the engine is running; serious personal injury
could result.
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l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain
conditions.
l Do not overfill the fuel tank, and make sure the filler cap is closed
securely after refueling.
l The muffler becomes very hot during operation and remains hot for
a while after stopping the engine. Be careful not to touch the
muffler while it is hot. Let the engine cool before storing the
snowblower indoors.
l While operating the snowblower, hold the handle firmly, and walk,
don’t run. Wear suitable winter boots that resist slipping.
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COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
SNOW
CHUTE
SHIFT LEVER
CHUTE GUIDE
/
FUEL VALVE
STARTER GRIP
Record the frame and engine serial numbers for your reference. Refer
to the serial numbers when ordering parts, and when making technical
or warranty inquiries (see page 47 ).
Engine Switch
Use the engine switch to turn the ignition system ON for starting, and
to STOP the engine.
ENGINE SWITCH
Fuel Valve
The fuel valve opens and closes the fuel line leading from the fuel tank
to the carburetor. Make sure that the valve is positioned exactly at
either the ON or OFF position. When the snowblower is not in use,
always leave the fuel valve in the OFF position to reduce the possibility
of fuel leakage.
FUEL VALVE
Starter Grip
STARTER GRIP
/
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Throttle Lever
Use the throttle lever to select engine speed. In normal operation, use
the “FAST” position.
THROlTLE LEVER
Shift Lever
1: LOW SPEED
N: NEUTRAL
2: HIGH SPEED
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Chute Guide
The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle and direction.
CHUTE GUIDE
CHUTE GUIDE
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Auger Clutch Lever
Squeezing the auger clutch lever also operates the drive clutch lever;
the snowblowing mechanism starts and the snowblower moves
forward. Releasing the auger clutch lever stops both the snowblowing
mechanism and the forward motion of the snowblower.
Use the bolt for adjusting the height and angle of the machine in
relation to the tracks.
Raise or lower the machine to the desired position. (See page 22 1
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Skid Plate and Scraper
Adjust the skid plates and scraper for the auger housing ground
clearance best suited to your snow removal conditions. (See page 22 )
/
SCRAPER
The handlebars can be set in the high, low or middle position to suit
the operator. To change handlebar height, remove the right and left
adjusting bolts, align the bolt holes for the desired handlebar height,
and reinstall the bolts. Tighten the nuts securely.
HANDLE HEIGHT
ADJUSTING BOLT
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Engine Oil
Inspection
With the snowblower on a level surface, remove the oil filler cap and
wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick into the filler neck, but do
not screw it in. Remove the dipstick and check the oil level.
If the level is low, fill to the top of the oil filler neck with the
ret :ommended oil.
OIL FILLER NECK
-20 0 20 40 50°F
Recommended oil
Use 4-stroke motor oil that meets or exceeds the requirements for API
service classification SF or SG. Always check the API SERVICE label on
the oil container to be sure it includes the letters SF or SG.
l Running the engine with a low oil level can cause engine damage.
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Fuel
Refueling
Check the fuel level gauge, and refill the tank if the fuel level is low.
l Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away.
l Handle fuel only outdoors.
l Wipe up spills immediately.
Fuel can damage paint and plastic. Be careful not to spill fuel when
filling your fuel tank. Damage caused by spilled fuel is not covered
under warranty.
GAUGE
-- -
FUEL -
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Fuel Recommendations
Running the engine with persistent spark knock or pinging can cause
engine damage.
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Oxygenated Fuels
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Auger Bolts
Check the auger for loose or broken bol,ts. If broken, replace them with
new ones (page 39 ).
NUT
Other Checks
3.Check the entire machine for any other faults which might have
been caused in previous operation.
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STARTING THE ENGINE
ENGIN,E SWITCH
FUEL VALVE
DRAIN KNOB
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3. In cold weather and when the engine is cold, move the choke to the
CLOSE position.
CHOKE LEVER
4. Pull the starter grip lightly until you feel resistance, then pull briskly.
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l Do not allow the starter grip to snap back against the engine.
Return it gently to prevent damage to the starter.
l Damage may result if the starter grip is pulled while the engine is
running.
STARTER GRIP
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5. Let the engine warm up for several minutes. If the choke has been
moved to the CLOSE position, gradually move the choke lever to the
OPEN position as the engine warms up.
CHOKE LEVER
--T---- I
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SNOWBLOWER OPERATION
1. Adjust the skid plate and scraper positions with the engine stopped
and the spark plug cap removed.
The skid plate and scraper have three adjusting positions. Select the
position according to the surface conditions described in the chart.
After adjusting the height, be sure to tighen the adjusting bolts and
nuts securely.
TO RAISE
HtltiH I,
Operation ADJUSTING Scraper Skid
BOLT
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2. Start the engine according to the procedures described on page 19 .
Before operating this equipment you should read and understand the
Safety information on page 4 thru 6 .
3. Move the throttle lever to the FAST position for normal operation.
THROlTLE LEVER
1: LOW SPEED
N: NEUTRAL
2: HIGH SPEED
N: NEUTRAL
R: REVERSE
Shift lever 1 2 R
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5. With the shift lever in a forward gear, the machine will move and
clear snow simultaneously when you squeeze the auger clutch lever.
6.To move from one place to another, or to change direction, use the
drive clutch lever without squeezing the auger clutch lever.
DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER
SHIFT
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8.Adjust the snow discharge chute guide according to the discharge
angle and distance as required.
l If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engine and
use a wooden stick to unclog it. Never put your hand into the snow
discharge chute while the engine is running; serious personal injury
could result.
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Clearing Snow
For best efficiency, clear snow before it melts, refreezes, and hardens.
Do not use the throttle lever to adjust your forward speed. The throttle
lever must remain in the FAST position for good snow-clearing
performance.
Use 1st (low) gear, and clear narrower widths by overlapping your
cleared path.
l Clear in steps.
1. Release the auger clutch lever, then move the shift lever to
NEUTRAL.
2. Squeeze the auger clutch lever, and allow the engine to resume full
speed and clear out the auger.
3. Release the auger clutch lever, then move the shift lever to 1st (low)
gear.
4. Squeeze the auger clutch lever and resume snow clearing.
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l Clear with back-and-forth motions
If the snow is so hard that the snowblower tends to ride over the
surface, move it back and forth to remove snow gradually.
l Clear in layers
If the height of the snow is greater than the height of the
snowblowing mechanism, remove it in several layers as shown.
2nd
___---_-----------_-_-__-_-_--___
3rd ---------
_--------------
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High Altitude Operation
When the carburetor has been modified for high altitude operation,
the air-fuel mixture will be too lean for low altitude use. Operation at
altitudes below 6,000 feet (1,800 meters) with a modified carburetor
may cause the engine to overheat and result in serious engine
damage. For use at low altitudes, have your servicing dealer return
the carburetor to original factory specifications.
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STOPPING THE ENGINE
0 In an emergency:
ENGINE SWITCH
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MAINTENANCE
To help you properly care for your snowblower, the following pages
include a maintenance schedule, routine inspection procedures, and
simple maintenance procedures using basic hand tools. Other service
tasks that are more difficult, or require special tools, are best handled
by professionals and are normally performed by a Honda technician or
other qualified mechanic.
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Maintenance Safety
Safety precautions
l Make sure the engine is off before you begin any maintenance or
repairs, This will eliminate several potential hazards:
l Read the instructions before you begin, and make sure you have the
tools and skills required.
To ensure the best quality and reliability, use only new, genuine
Honda parts or their equivalents for repair or replacement.
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Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility
Replacement parts
Maintenance
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Maintenance schedule
SERVICE FIRST 20 EVERY YEAR
EACH USE HOURS BEFORE BEFORE
ITEM OPERATION OPERATION STORAGE
Engine oil Check level 0
Change 0 O(l)
Spark plug Clean- O(1)
Readjust
Replace Every 5 years or 300 hours
Track Adjust O(1)
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Tools
TWO 6 x 35 mm BOLTS
t 1 1
TWO 6 mm LOCK NUTS
WRENCH HANDLE
10 x 12 mm WRENCH
10 x 14 mm WRENCH
TOOL BAG
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Engine Oil Change I
Drain the oil while the engine is still warm to assure rapid and
complete draining.
1. Remove the drain plug and filler cap, and drain the oil. Retighten the
drain plug securely.
2. Fill the crankcase with the recommended oil (see page 14 ) and
check the level.
UPPER LIMIT
NOTE:
Please dispose of used motor oil in a manner that is compatible with
the environment. We suggest you take it in a sealed container to your
local recycling center or service station for reclamation. Do not throw it
in the trash, pour it on the ground, or down the drain.
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Spark Plug Service
3. Use the wrench supplied in the tool kit to remove the spark plug.
4. Inspect the spark plug. Discard it if the electrodes are worn or if the
insulator is cracked or chipped. If it is to be reused, clean the
electrode and insulator with a wire brush.
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5. Measure the plug gap with a feeler gauge.
Correct as necessary by bending the side electrode.
The gap should be:
0.70-0.80 mm (0.028-0.031 in)
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PLUG GAP
6. Make sure that the spark plug washer is in good condition, and
thread the spark plug in by hand to prevent cross-threading.
7,After the spak plug is seated, tighten with a spark plug wrench to
compress the washer.
NOTE:
If installing a new spark plug, tighten l/2 turn after the spark plug seats
to compress the washer. If reinstalling a used spark plug, tighten l/8 to
l/4 turn after the spark plug seats.
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l Use only the recommended spark plugs or equivalent. Spark plugs
which have an improper heat range may cause engine damage.
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Track Adjustment
Make sure the tracks are clean and dry before adjustment. The tracks
cannot be correctly adjusted if clogged with snow or debris, or coated
with ice.
25.0-30.0
(0.98-1.18
TRACK
Adjusting procedure
1. Loosen the left and right tension bolt lock nuts at the rear axle, and
turn the adjusting nuts to correctly tension both tracks.
, , , ADJUSTlNG NUT
TENSION BOLT
Decrease tension
Increase tensio
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Auger and Blower Inspection
Check the auger, auger housing, blower and shear bolts for signs of
damage or other faults. If any of the shear bolts are broken, replace
them with the ones furnished with the snowblower. Additional shear
bolts and nuts are available from authorized Honda snowblower
dealers.
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Shear bolts are designed to break under force that would otherwise
damage auger and blower parts. Do not replace shear bolts with or-
dinary hardware bolts.
2. Turn the engine switch OFF, and remove the cap from the spark plug.
3.Clean the auger and blower of snow, ice or any other foreign
particles.
6 mm LOCK NUT
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STORAGE
RECOMMENDED SERVICE
STORAGE TIME PROCEDURE TO PREVENT HARD
STARTING
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Before storing the snowblower for an extended period:
l Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away.
l Handle fuel only outdoors.
l Wipe up spills immediately.
FUEL VALVE
a.Turn the fuel valve OFF. Remove, empty, and clean the fuel
sediment cup.
b. Reinstall the cup and packing and tighten securely.
PACKING
FUEL SEDIMENT CU
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4. Remove the spark plug and pour a tablespoon (5- 10 cc) of clean
motor oil into the cylinder. Pull the starter rope slowly two or three
times to distribute the oil. Reinstall the spark plug.
5. Pull the starter grip until resistance is felt. This closes the valves and
protects the engine from internal corrosion.
STARTER GRIP
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6. Apply oil to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention.
-3-
CHUTE SLIDING
SURFACE
AUGER CLUTCH
LEVER PIVOT
AND SPRING JOINT
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TROUBLESHOOTING
e. If there are no sparks, replace the plug. If sparks occur, try to start
the engine according to the instructions.
7. If the engine still does not start, take the snowblower to an -
authorized Honda dealer.
If the auger or blower does not operate, check the shear bolts (p. 39 1.
Replacement shear bolts and nuts were supplied with your
snowblower. Additional shear bolts and nuts are available from
authorized Honda snowblower dealers. Do not replace shear bolts
with ordinary hardware bolts.
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SPECIFICATIONS
Frame
Model HS622
TA
Engine
Tuneup
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WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION
Or telephone: (770)497-6400
l Date of purchase
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INDEX