Honda Automobiles HS622 manual

©1996 Honda Motor Co., Ltd.—All Rights Reserved Owner's Manual SNOWBLOWER HS622[...]

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Thank you for purchasing a Honda snowblower. We want to help you get the best results from your new snowblower and to operate it safely. This manual contains the information on how to do that; please read it carefully. This owner’s manual describes the operation and maintenance of HONDA snowblower: HS622 All information in this publication is bas[...]

CONTENTS SAFETY ........................................................................................................ 3 SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS .................................................................. 3 SAFETY INFORMATION .......................................................................... 4 COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION.. ............[...]

SAFETY SAFETY LABEL LOCATIONS These labels warn you of potential hazards that can cause serious injury. Read them carefully. If a label comes off or becomes hard to read, contact your Honda Snowblower dealer for a replacement. 3[...]

SAFETY INFORMATION Most accidents with snowblowers can be prevented if you follow all instructions in this manual and on the snowblower. The most common hazards are discussed below, along with the best way to protect yourself and others. Always make a pre-operation check (pages 14 thru 18 ) before you start the engine. You may prevent an accident o[...]

l Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanders, windows, and other objects with ejected snow. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. 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 To avoid overturning, be[...]

l Gasoline is extremely flammable and is explosive under certain conditions. l Do not smoke or allow flames or sparks where the snowblower is refueled or where gasoline is stored. Allow the engine to cool down before refueling. Refuel in a well-ventilated area with the engine stopped. l Do not overfill the fuel tank, and make sure the filler cap is[...]

COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ENGINE SWITCH AUG/ER CLUTCH LEVER SNOW CHUTE SHIFT LEVER CHUTE GUIDE / FUEL VALVE STARTER GRIP OIL FILLER CAP 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 ). Frame serial number: Engine serial numb[...]

CONTROLS 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, alw[...]

Choke Lever Close the choke when the engine is cold or difficult to start. Starter Grip See page 19 for starting procedures. Pull this grip to start the engine. STARTER GRIP / 9[...]

Throttle Lever Use the throttle lever to select engine speed. In normal operation, use the “FAST” position. THROlTLE LEVER Shift Lever Use the shift lever to select drive speed or direction. (1): LOW SPEED (2): HIGH SPEED (3): NEUTRAL (4): REVERSE SHIFT LEVER 1: LOW SPEED N: NEUTRAL 2: HIGH SPEED 10[...]

Chute Guide The chute guide controls the snow discharge angle and direction. CHUTE GUIDE CHUTE GUIDE Drive Clutch Lever Use the drive clutch lever to propel or stop the snowblower. DRIVE CLUTCH LEVER 11[...]

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. STOP AUGER CLUTCH LEVER Height Adjustment Bolt Use the bolt for adjusting the hei[...]

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 Handle Height Adjusting Bolt 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,[...]

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 OIL FILLER CAP AND[...]

Fuel Refueling Fuel tank capacity: 3.5 0 (0.92 US gal, 0.77 Imp gal) Check the fuel level gauge, and refill the tank if the fuel level is low. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. l Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. l Handle fuel only outdoors. l Wipe up spills [...]

Fuel Recommendations Use unleaded gasoline with a pump octane rating of 86 or higher. This engine is desi P ned to operate on unleaded gasoline. Unleaded gasoline produces ewer engine and spark plug deposits and extends exhaust system life. Never use stale or contaminated gasoline or an oil/gasoline mixture. Avoid getting dirt or water in the fuel [...]

Oxygenated Fuels Some conventional gasolines are being blended with alcohol or an ether compound. These gasolines are collectively referred to as oxygenated fuels. To meet clean air standards, some areas of the United States and Canada use oxygenated fuels to help reduce emissions. If you use an oxygenated fuel, be sure it is unleaded and meets the[...]

Auger Bolts Check the auger for loose or broken bol,ts. If broken, replace them with new ones (page 39 ). NUT AUGER SHEAR BOLT Other Checks 1. Check all bolts, nuts and other fasteners for security. 2. Check each part for operation. 3.Check the entire machine for any other faults which might have been caused in previous operation. 18[...]

STARTING THE ENGINE Never run the engine in an enclosed or confined .area. Exhaust contains poisonous carbon monoxide gas; exposure can cause loss of consciousness and may lead to death. 1. Turn the engine switch to the ON position. ENGIN,E SWITCH 2. Turn the fuel valve to the ON position. Be sure that the drain knob is tightened securely. FUEL VAL[...]

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. [I 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 whil[...]

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 21[...]

SNOWBLOWER OPERATION Operating the Controls 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. NOTE: Adjust the height equally on both sides. After adjusting t[...]

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 4. Move the shift lever to select the desired drive speed. SHIFT LEVER 1: LOW SPEED N: NE[...]

5. With the shift lever in a forward gear, the machine will move and clear snow simultaneously when you squeeze the auger clutch lever. 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 7.To operate the snow-clearing mechanism witho[...]

8.Adjust the snow discharge chute guide according to the discharge angle and distance as required. l Adjust the snow discharge chute to avoid hitting the operator, bystanders, windows, and other objects with thrown snow. Stay clear of the snow discharge chute while the engine is running. l If the snow discharge chute becomes clogged, stop the engin[...]

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. Tips for clearing deep or hard-packed snow l Clear narrow widths. Use 1st (low) gear, and clear narrower widths by [...]

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 _--------[...]

High Altitude Operation At high altitude, the standard air-fuel mixture will be too rich. Performance will decrease, and fuel consumption will increase. A very rich mixture will also foul the spark plug and cause hard starting. High altitude performance can be improved by specific modifications to the carburetor. If you always operate your snowblow[...]

STOPPING THE ENGINE 0 In an emergency: Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. ENGINE SWITCH @At normal use: 1. Release the auger clutch lever. 2. Move the drive clutch lever to the NEUTRAL position. 3. Move the throttle lever to the SLOW position. 4. Turn the engine switch to the OFF position. 5. Turn the fuel valve to the OFF position. 29[...]

MAINTENANCE The Importance of Maintenance Good maintenance is essential for safe, economical, and trouble-free operation. It will also help reduce air pollution. 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. [...]

Maintenance Safety Some of the most important safety precautions follow. However, we cannot warn you of every conceivable hazard that can arise in performing maintenance. Only you can decide whether or not you should perform a given task. Failure to properly follow maintenance instructions and precautions can cause you to be seriously hurt or kille[...]

Proper Maintenance is the Owner’s Responsibility Replacement parts The emission control systems on your Honda engine were designed, built, and certified. to conform with California emissions regulations. Honda recommends only the use of new, genuine Honda parts or their equivalent. The use of other replacement parts which are not of equivalent qu[...]

Maintenance schedule ITEM Engine oil Spark plug Track SERVICE FIRST 20 EVERY YEAR EACH USE HOURS BEFORE BEFORE OPERATION OPERATION STORAGE Check level 0 Change 0 O(l) Clean- O(1) Readjust Replace Every 5 years or 300 hours Adjust O(1) Auger and blower,auger Check 0 housing bolts Bolts, nuts, fasteners Check 0 Sediment cup Clean 0 Fuel tank and Drai[...]

Tools SPARK PLUG WRENCH t 1 1 WRENCH HANDLE 10 x 12 mm WRENCH 10 x 14 mm WRENCH SPARE AUGER SHEAR BOLT SET TWO 6 x 35 mm BOLTS TWO 6 mm LOCK NUTS TOOL BAG 34[...]

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. Oil capacity: 0.60 !Z (0.63 US qt , 0.53 Imp qt) DRAIN PLUG OIL FILL[...]

Spark Plug Service Recommended spark plug: BPR5ES (NGK) Wl GEPR-U (NIPPONDENSO) To ensure proper engine operation, the spark plug must be properly gapped and free of deposits. If the engine has been running, the muffler will be very hot. Be careful not to touch the muffler. 1. Remove the spark plug cap. SPARK PLUG WRENCH 2. Clean any dirt from arou[...]

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) 4 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 [...]

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. Check track deflection by pressing down midway between the wheels with a force of 15 kg (33 lb). When correctly adjusted, it should be: 25.0-30.0 mm (0.98-1.18 in) 25.0-30.0 (0.98-1.1[...]

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. riisiq Shear bolts are designed to break under[...]

STORAGE RECOMMENDED SERVICE STORAGE TIME PROCEDURE TO PREVENT HARD STARTING Less than 1 month 1 to 2 months No preparation required Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner*. 2 months to 1 year Fill with fresh gasoline and add gasoline conditioner*. Drain the carburetor float bowl and fuel sediment cup (p. 41 1. 1 year or more Fill wit[...]

Before storing the snowblower for an extended period: I. Be sure the storage area is free of excessive humidity and dust. 2. Drain the fuel. Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. l Stop the engine and keep heat, sparks, and flames away. l Handle fuel only outdoors. l Wipe up spills im[...]

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 42[...]

6. Apply oil to the following parts for lubrication and rust prevention. CLUTCH LEVER PIVOT -3 - CHUTE SLIDING SURFACE AUGER CLUTCH LEVER PIVOT AND SPRING JOINT 43[...]

TROUBLESHOOTING When the engine will not start: 1. Is there enough fuel? 2. Is the fuel valve on? 3. Is gasoline reaching the carburetor? To check, loosen the drain screw with the fuel valve on. Fuel should flow freely. B Gasoline is highly flammable and explosive. You can be burned or seriously injured when handling fuel. l Keep heat, sparks, and [...]

SPECIFICATIONS Frame Model HS622 TA Power equipment SZAL discription code Overall length Overall width Overall height Dry weight Width of snow clearance Height of snow clearance Snow throwing distance (differs according to the kind of snow) Clearing capacity Continuous operating time 1,460 mm (57.5 in) 550 mm (21.7 in) 1,125 mm (44.3 in) 66 kg (146[...]

WARRANTY SERVICE INFORMATION Honda power equipment dealership personnel are trained professionals. They should be able to answer any question you may have. If you encounter a problem that your dealer does not solve to your satisfaction, please discuss it with the dealership’s management. The Service Manager or General Manager can help. Almost all[...]

INDEX COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION ................................................................. 7 CONTENTS .................................................................................................. CONTROLS .................................................................................................. ; Auger Clutch Lever ..............[...]

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