Billy Goat CR450S, CR550, CR550HC, CR550H Lawn Mower User Manual
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1. 46 47 KEY 3 16 X 1 2 KEY 1 4 x 1 d 9201113 NUT 1 2 13 JAM 8162005 4 8162005 44 WASHER 1 2 SAE 8172011 8172011 SCREWCAP 1 2 13 x 3 Z P 8041102 4 soaito2 4 SCREWCAP 5 16 18 1 1 4 HCS ZP LABEL LOGO 8041029 4 8041029 890456 890456 2 EE 2 NN Ea a EN 1 om X 35 804202 804103 8171002 804101 350301 350181 350300 50011 m 430272 8162005 8172011 8041102 8041029 89045 Ea A EA EE 2 A Ex NN al EB Hm 1 350241 350114 350115 350207 350118 350208 35023 350213 cm 35022 35022 850154 810538 800227 800109 35024 350249 350209 350134 35013 350136 350137 350138 350210 350250 5021 197031 042026 041030 8171002 8041012 350301 350181 350300 500114 E 82 co N BR N Jo 610437 9201071 16200 8172011 041102 04102 89045 lt gt 48 DANGER THROWN OBJECT 36 810736 1 81073 49 3353 1 830503 1 83050 1 83050 50 40026 0026 51 40042 0042 52 900327 90032 PLUG CAP 1 890132 890132 1 81073 A 1 A M jo JO Jo N o 57 LOCK WASHER 3 8 TWISTE2. Counter Clockwise 7 To raise blades The depth of the blades can be raised or lowered by rotating the knob on the top of the adjustment lever The blades are lowered by rotating the knob clockwise and raised by rotating the knob counter clockwise The relative depth of the blades can be gauged by using the depth scale located on the right front corner of the engine base RAKING OPERATION G DO NOT Use this machine on any surface other than a lawn DO NOT Use this machine on slopes in excess of 19 DO NOT Allow persons unfamiliar with this equipment to operate it DO NOT Allow children to operate this equipment Page 5 of 12 MOW Mow the lawn to it s normal cut height DRY Be sure grass is dry Wet conditions can cause in creased damage to healthy grass SET DEPTH With engine off set the raking depth so that the blades just touch on a flat surface i e driveway or sidewalk START ENGINE See above ENGAGE BLADES Pull back on the bail on the operators handle NOTE When engaging the blades in heavy load conditions i e heavy thatch or very uneven turf push down on the operators handle lifting the front wheels slightly Engage the blades Slowly lower the unit into the turf RAKE Rake a small test area and examine the results Thatch should be removed and deposited on top of the healthy grass If excessive damage occurs to healty grass adjust the blade depth to decrease damage Continue
3. UNIT STORAGE Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated areas with fuel in tank where fuel fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer or other gas appliance If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more prepare as follows Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine Drain fuel outdoors into an approved container away from open flame Be sure engine is cool Do not smoke Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine runs out of gasoline NOTE Fuel stabilizer such as Sta Bil is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 min after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor WARRANTY PROCEDURE Please fill in the WARRANTY CARD and send the upper part to Billy Goat The WARRANTY terms are stated on the lower part which remains with the user Whenever a Billy Goat Machine is faulty due to a defect in material and or workmanship the owner should make a warranty claim as follows The Machine should be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized Billy Goat dealer The owner should present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration
4. 125 56 8 kg 125 56 8 kg 129 58 6 kg WEIGHT SHIPPING 150 68 2 kg 150 68 2 kg 150 68 2 kg 150 68 2 kg MAX ENGINE OPERATING SLOPE 20 20 15 20 Page 1 of 12 Form No F011003A s IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATOR S MANUAL ENGINE MANUAL THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION DEATH PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY A WARN The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm WARNING DO NOT 1 DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide an odorless and deadly poison 2 DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts 3 DO NOT store spill or use gasoline near an open flame or devices such as a stove furnace or water heater which use a pilot light or devices which can create a spark 4 DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not well ventilated Outdoor refueling is recom mended 5 DO NOT fill fuel tank while engine is running Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes before refueling Store fuel in approved safety containers 6 DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is running 7 DO NOT operate engine when smell of gasoline is present or other explosive conditions exist 8 DO NOT operate engine if gasoli
5. 2 REPLACEMENT PARTS FLAIL BLADES P N 350251 A complete replacement set 52 of our high quality flail blades for your CR Includes 8 new lock clips for replacement installa tion FLAIL SHAFTS P N 350185 A full set of four shafts for replacement Includes 8 new lock clips for replace ment installation Note We recommend replacing the shafts when you replace flails DRIVE BELT P N 350207 Original Equipment drive belt for your CR SPACER BUMPERS P N 350258 A complete replacement set 44 of 1 2 spacer bumpers and 4 of 1 4 spacer bumpers ACCESSORIES SLICING REEL P N 350252 A complete verti slicing reel for your CR 20 wide reel for use in grasses that require vertical cutting and for assisting in lawn overseeding projects Thank You for Selecting The Powerful CR POWER RAKE Operator Owner s Manual CR450S CR550 CR550HC CR550H Specifications SLICING BLADES P N 350187 A full set of twenty blades for replacement Includes 40 new capscrews and lock nuts for replacement installation Part No 350245 CR450S CR550HC CR550 CR550H ENGINE H P 4 5 3 35 kW 5 0 8 73 kW 5 5 4 1 kW 5 5 4 1 kW ENGINE TYPE _ SUBARUOHV HONDA B amp S OHV HONDA OHV ENGINE FUEL CAP 2 8 qt 2 71 2 1 qt 2 0 L 3 0 qt 2 84 L 3 88 qt 3 41 L ENGINE OIL CAP 0 63 qt 0 6 L 0 63 qt 0 6 L 0 66 qt 0 62 L 0 69 qt 0 65 L WEIGHT UNIT 1258 56 8 kg
6. Card or if this is not available the invoice or receipt The Warranty Claim will be filled in by the authorized Billy Goat Dealer who will send it with the faulty part to Billy Goat headquarters The Quality Service department at Billy Goat headquarters will study the claim and parts and will notify their conclusions The decision by the Quality Service department at Billy Goat headquarters to approve or reject a Warranty claim is final and binding Note To process a Warranty Claim it is necessary to quote the Model amp Serial number who are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate Purchased from Purchase Date Part No 350245 12 of 12 BILLY BILLY GOAT INDUSTRIES INC 1803 S W JEFFERSON LEE S SUMMIT MO 64082 2312 USA PHONE 816 524 9666 FAX 816 524 6983 www billygoat com Form No F011003A
7. aset 9 5 jRodHeghtWa 350220 350220 350220 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 Spacer Reel Pulle Bracket Belt Finger Chassis WA W Label Frame Front WA GRIP 1 x 13 Label Instr Hgt Adj Link Height Bar Knob Height STUD 3 4 10 X 5 1 2 PLTD 350118 350208 350235 350213 400570 350224 350223 850154 810538 LOCKNUT ASSY 20 23 24 Handle Lower LH WA 350134 25 Handle Lower RH WA 350135 1 26 27 28 30 31 WASHER 3 4 NYLON 00 Guard Top Wa 350248 22 Guard Belt Bottom Wa 350249 Bearing 24 Cast Flange Handle Upper PR500 Bail Clutch WA Loop Folding Handle Loop Folding Hande 2 29 Detlector Rubber 350210 350210 Guard Shaft CR PIN LIFT FRONT 3 8 X 21 3 16 Long 350209 35013 6 350137 jw e olo Ex jo o 5 2 350250 350250 3502312 350212 32 PIN COTTER 1 8 X 1 2 8197031 8197031 34 36 38 SCREWCAP 5 16 24x3 4 GR5 SCREWCAP 5 16 18 x 1 1 2 WASHER 1 4 FLAT Z P SCREWCAP 1 4 20 2 1 2 Cable Clutch Reel PR500 8171002 8 8171000 i 8041012 37 BELT FINGER WIRE 350301 350181 39 350300 1 350300 40 Shoulder 1 2 X 1 500114 500114 NGINE HONDA 5 5 GX160 600115 mENaiENTEKSSHPOHV B amp S o 39097 t wewmEHowpAsoHPGC f q S ENGINE SUBARU45HPQHV O C 2 2 1 42A 43
8. or very uneven turf push down on the operators handle lifting the front wheels slightly Engage the clutch Slowly lower the unit into the turf Part No 350245 Page 6 of 12 OVERSEEDING OPERATION continued SLICE Run machine over the area that has been seeded to incorporate the seed into the soil If excessive damage occurs to healthy grass adjust the blade depth to decrease damage Continue raking the yard working in one direction i e north south or east west NOTE If a large drop in engine RPM occurs or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during operation the blade depth is set too low WATER FERTILIZE After the seed has been worked into the soil water and fertilize according to the seed suppliers directions THATCH Thatch is a dense layer of dead grass clippings and roots that builds up over time at the base of of the lawn preventing air water and fertilizer from reaching the soil This can cause shallow root development and make a lawn more susceptible to drought and disease Thatch also provides an ideal environment for insects to hide and multiply Periodic removal of thatch will keep your lawn in good health HEAVY THATCH Lawns with an excessive amount of thatch will require multiple treatments for effective removal Trying to remove excessive thatch greater than 3 4 19 mm deep in one treatment will damage or destroy the living part of the lawn It is best to remove heavy thatch in seasonal treat men
9. to be folded over the unit HANDLING amp TRANSPORTING This unit requires two people to lift it With the handle in the folded position lift holding the lower handle and belt shaft guard one on each side of the machine Secure the machine in place during transport Form No F011003A MAINTENANCE Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments disassembly or any kind of repair TURN MACHINE OFF MAKE SURE ALL MOVING WARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ALWAYS PARTS COME COMPLETE STOP DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE SERVICING UNIT Oy ENGINE See engine manufacturer q operator s instructions RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND ALL GUARDS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE USE ONLY BILLY GOAT ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PARTS FOR REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR BLADE WEAR AND ROTATING REEL END TO END FLAIL BLADE WEAR 1 Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug 2 Close fuel valve on engine Honda only 3 Lean unit back onto lower handles and secure in place 4 Inspect blades for wear and immediately replace any bent or cracked blades Measure the overall length of the blade See fig 1 5 If blades measure less than 3 0 76 mm in overall length they must be replaced NOTE We recommend replacing all the flails at once ROTATION ROTATION 300 In c76 mm min lenath lengt NT p 4 4 ORIGINAL ORIGINAL COMBING COMBING EDGE EDGE Fig 1 Pa
10. 50185 FLAIL BLADE KIT 350251 PARTS CR500 QTY PARTS CR500 QTY LIST Part No LIST Part No euP tocke dasme 78 j oueiockvuz 350146 8 Part No 350245 Page 10 of 12 Form No F011003A SPACER BUMPER KIT 350258 SLICING BLADE KIT 350187 PARTS PR500 QTY PARTS PR500 QTY uer poem ust prt to 75 SPACER BUMPER SE x Vi as NUTLOoK 4 20 40 PR500 LIST SPACERBLADEASSY 350050 9 Part No 350245 Page 11 of 12 Form No F011003A TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions Problem Possible Cause Solution Blades set too deep into ground Engine stalls or labors when raking Raise blades so that they just touch the ground ona level surface Abnormal vibration Loose engine bolts Damaged or missing blades Loose handle bolts Stop work immediately Replace any damaged or missing blades Tighten all loose bolts and nuts Engine will not start Stop switch off Honda only Throttle in off position Engine not in full choke position or old gasoline Spark Plug wire disconnected Dirty air cleaner Engine oil level too low Honda only Check stop switches throttle choke position and gasoline Connect spark plug wire Clean or replace air cleaner Contact a qualified service person Out of gasoline Bad Engine is locked will not pull over pro
11. D TOOTH 58 3 8 X 16 x 1 8041050 4050 1 54 BOLTCARRAIGE 38 168134 8024061 4 8024061 4 56_ SCREWCAP 1 4 20x1 gatos 4 8041006 4 400502 400502 so JNuTLOCK 420 so 5 81600 5 61 NUT LOCK 3 8 16 THIN 60 JNuTLOCKS 36 36003 4 8160003 INUTLOCKS BG THN o Em 62 LOCK 1 4 20 8160001 8160001 WASHER 5 16 FLAT CUT 8171003 8171003 64 SCREWCAP 3 8 16x1 1 4 8041051 8041051 4 8024061 8024043 8041006 400502 804105 8160001 816000 8161042 8160001 8171003 8041051 o s a NN e ws 4 co Joo o o 024061 02404 8041006 0050 04105 8160001 816000 816104 8160001 8171003 8041051 A a loo IN ala e SCREWCAP SHEET METAL DRILL POINT 1 4X3 4 430008 6 430208 6 430208 6 43020 66 NUT JAM 1 4 20 8143001 8143001 8143001 8143001 1 SCREW MACH 10 24 2 8059143 8059143 8059143 8059143 DEFLECTOR 350234 1 350234 1 350234 1 350234 1 350245 9 12 Form F011003A FLAIL REEL ASSY 350241 7 BLADES L THIS SECTION 6 BLADES THS SECTION THIS SECTION PARTS CR500 QTY LIST Part No SHAFT FLAIL BLADE 350141 SPACER BUMPER 5 8 x 1 4 78 jouiPLOCKi2 aoj 79 WASHERTI2SAE 17201 8 FLAIL SHAFT KIT 3
12. S CET These labels should be included on your Power Rake If any of WARNING these labels are damaged replace them before putting this Peas and Operating 9 equipment into operation Item and part numbers are given to help a THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH amp cool at least 2 minutes before fueling LOW OIL SENSOR IF ENGINE WILL in ordering replacement labels WARNING M S NOT START CHECK OIL LEVEL 3 EXPLOSIVE FUEL Label Danger KEEP DANGER _ and FEET AWAY STOP ENGINE AND ALLOWT Keep Hands COOL BEFORE REFUELING and Feet Away IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION HONDA MOTOR CO LTD Label Do Not Fill While Item 51 Part ENGINE FAMILY THN163U1G1RA DISPLACEMENT 163 Engine Is Hot TUNE UP SPECIFICATION RI TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR Newnes MAINTENCE SPECIFICATI ND ADJUSTMENTS THISENGINE E M Item 50 Part No 400268 MEETS 1995 CALIFORNIA EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR UTILITY AND LAWN AND GARDEN EQUIPMENT ENGINES READ OWNER S MANUALS BEFORE OPERATION B LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILESATEUR AVANT USAGE VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGT BLADES UP ar DOWN BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN NO UTILIZAR SIN ANTES NO HABER LEIDO EL MANUAL ROTATE KNOB TO ADJUST BLADE DEPTH OIL ALERT 7 Label Danger Flying Material BEFORE ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH THEN Item 48 Part No 810736 TenTen WHEN OIL LEVEL LOW E 4 RELEASE TO DI
13. SENGAGE CLUTCH V ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY PULLTOENGAGECLUTCH PULLTO ENGAGE CLUTCH BLADES UP BLADES DOWN _ TRANSPORT POSITION OPERATING POSITION J Subaru Label Clutch Item 49 Part No 830503 READ OWNERS MANUAL BEFORE OPERATING WARNING USE PERSONAT PRO EQUIPMENT ik PROTECT BYSTANDERS FLYING DEBRIS Y BEFORE STARTING MAKE SURE lt HEIGHT ADJUST LEVER IS IN DOWN POSITION ALL GUARDS ARE EM FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE INSPECT AND CLEAN ENGINE AIR FILTER ENGINE FAMILY 2FJXS 1691GA DISPLACEMENT 169CM3 Label Danger Guard GREASE REEL BEARINGS AND LUBRICATE DEPTH REFER TO OWNER S MANUAL FOR MAINTENANCE SPECFICATIONS GONTROEUEVER EUER ENGINE OL UNGE AND ADJUSTMENTS THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO U S EPA PH1 AND 2002 CALIFORNIA 52 900327 KEPT AC ME EACH USE AND REPLACE ANY E EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR SMALL Re cM ere aam OFF ROAD ENGINES Label Instructions Height Adjust USE ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC TO SERVICE THIS MACHINI ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHA THIS MACHINE UJI HEAVY INDUSTRIES LTD Item 35 Part No 350224 Part No 350245 Page 4 of 12 Form No F011003A Operation INTENDED USE This machine is designed for removing thatch from your lawn renovation of existing lawns and to assist in overseeding operations The machine should not be used for any other purpose than that sta
14. anual DO NOT operate a machine that exhibits excessive vibration NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than19 NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns O Use of Ear Protection is recommended while DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment operating this machine A Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recommended A when using this machine especially in dry and dusty conditions DO read all maintenance and operating instructions before begining A Wearing gloves is recommended while work operating this machine DO read all engine manufacturers operating and maintenance instructions DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit near debris inspect lawn before begining work Remove all rocks wire outlet or near any moving parts string or other objects that can present a hazard during work prior to NOT start engine without height adjust lever in up starting position and clutch bail disengaged DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work DO NOT start or operate machine with guards removed such as sprinkler heads water valves buried cables or clothes line NOT perform any service on the unit without removing anchors etc the spark plug wire ASSEMBLY Oy Read all safety and operating instructions 1 ASSEMBLE left rear wheel to axle using 3 4 wrench 2 UNFOLD the upper handle item 26 and slide handl
15. blem GENERAL ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS ENGINE HORSEPOWER MODEL NO GOVERNED RPM BRIGGS amp STRATTON 5 5 1104020191E1 3700 HONDA 5 0 GC160AQHA 3600 HONDA 5 5 GX160K1QX 3600 SUBARU 4 5 EX130D50030 3600 When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine owner s manual All engine warranty is covered by the specific engine manufacturer If your engine requires warranty or other repair work contact your local servicing engine dealer When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to have your engine model number available for reference See table page above If you can not locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturers national service organization To reach Briggs amp Stratton 800 233 3723 American Honda 800 426 7701 Subaru America 800 277 6246 22 1 Engine Service and Warranty Contact your nearest engine manufacturer s authorized servicing dealer See page 7 21 Serial Plate BILLY GOAT INDUSTRIES INC Record your machine model serial number and date of purchase and where purchased Serial No 1803 S Jefferson Lee s Summit MO 64062 USA Tel 816 524 9666 Fax 816 524 6983 Unit Weight kW lbs Debris locked against reel or drive pulleys Engine 22 Pull spark plug wire and remove debris Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine problems
16. d be removed and deposited on top of the healthy grass Grass runners should be cut and ready for removal If excessive damage occurs to healthy grass adjust the blade depth to decrease damage Continue raking the yard working in one direction i e north south or east west NOTE If a large drop in engine RPM occurs or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during operation the blade depth is set too low REMOVE THATCH STEMS After verti cutting a layer of thatch and cut stems will be deposited over the top of the lawn We suggest the use of a lawn vacuum or wheeled blower for collection and removal of the thatch stems OVERSEEDING OPERATION c DO NOT Use this machine on any surface other than a lawn DO NOT Use this machine on slopes in excess of 19 DO NOT Allow persons unfamiliar with this equipment to operate it DO NOT Allow children to operate this equipment MOW Mow the lawn to it s normal cut height DRY Be sure grass is dry Wet conditions can cause in creased damage to healthy grass SEED Spred grass seed according to the seed suppliers directions e g 10 Ibs per 1000 ft 4 5 kg per 93 m SET DEPTH With engine off set the raking depth so that the blades reach 1 4 1 2 6 12 mm below a flat surface i e driveway or sidewalk START ENGINE See Page 5 ENGAGE CLUTCH Pull back on the bail on the operators handle NOTE When engaging the clutch in heavy load conditions i e heavy thatch
17. e lock loops item 28 into place to secure the upper handle to the lower qr PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING 3 CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level with engine manufactur ers recommended grade of oil Move height adjust lever to down position to level engine during checking See engine manufacturers instruction manual 4 CONNECT spark plug wire v before assembling or starting this unit 11 PACKING CHECKLIST These items should be included in your carton If any of these parts are missing contact your dealer Per Model Briggs amp Stratton Engine 6 5 Intek OHV Manual Per Model 5 5 Honda 5 0 Subaru 4 5 OHV Owner s Manual 350245 Literature PR Accessories Literature 350246 Assembly 350243 Card 400972 EU Declaration of Conformity amp EU Distributor List 350139 Part No 350245 Page 3 of 12 Form No F011003A CONTROLS HONDA ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL B amp S ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL eer ee THROTTLE LEVER THROTTLE LEVER Set lever to choke position CHOKE LEVER starting a cold engine Wen L c Ole j Set lever to desired engine speed CHOKE LEVER Move lever completely to the left FUEL VALVE FUEL VALVE to stop engine ENGINE LABELS Briggs amp Stratton ON CHOKE INSTRUCTION LABEL
18. lateral and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test equipment Tests were performed on 09 08 97 under the conditions listed 12 DO NOT run engine at excessive speeds This may result in injury amp or damage to unit 6 TABLE OF CONTENTS Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000 14 EEC and were performed on 2 9 2002 under the conditions listed NOTE Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model in this manual Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound power level for your model SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 Sound level of 81 dBA at operator position GENERAL SAFETY 3 S ASSEMBLY 3 GENERAL CONDITION Sunny GENERAL CONDITION unny CONTROLS 5 4 TEMPERATURE 43 6 1 C TEMPERATURE 85 29 4 LABELS Lana WIND SPEED 10 MPH 16 1 kmh WIND SPEED 10 MPH 16 1 kmh OPERATION MAINTENANCE WIND DIRECTION North West WIND DIRECTION East PARTS DRAWING amp LIST 8 11 99 d B HUMIDITY 82 2 HUMIDITY 31 96 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 d 29 91 Hg 760mm H WARRANTY PROCEDURE 12 BAROMETRIC PRESSURE 29 72 Hg 754mm FAROMETRIG PRESSURE g g Part No 350245 Page 2 of 12 Form No F011003A s GENERAL SAFETY For your safety and the safety of others these directions should be followed LY Do not operate this machine without first reading v owner s manual and engine manufacturer s m
19. ne is spilled Move machine away from the spill and avoid creating any ignition until the gasoline has evaporated 9 DO NOT transport unit with fuel in tank 10 DO NOT smoke when filling fuel tank 11 DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine Whenever possible gradually reduce engine speed before stopping 13 DO NOT tamper with governor springs governor links or other parts which may change the governed engine speed 14 DO NOT tamper with the engine speed selected by the engine manufacturer 15 DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed Use an approved tester 16 DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed If engine is flooded place throttle in FAST position and crank until engine starts 17 DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation Use proper tools to service engine 18 DO NOT operate engine without a muffler Inspect periodically and replace if necessary If engine is equipped with muffler deflector inspect periodically and replace if necessary with correct deflector 19 DO NOT operate engine with an accumulation of grass leaves dirt or other combustible material in the muffler area 20 DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered brush covered or grass covered unimproved land unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler The arrester must be maintained in effective working order by the operat
20. olding the belt guard item 21 in place It is necessary to lower the height adjust lever to reach the locknuts on the guard Remove the guard 3 Remove the belt item 9 by rotating the reel pulley item 2 and walking it out of the groove Discard old belt 4 Install new belt using same procedure to walk the belt into the groove 5 With new belt installed pull bail rod back to engaged position and measure extension of idler spring Spring should stretch 1 to 1 25 25 32 mm with bail engaged Adjust clutch cable as necessary to achieve this extension 6 Re install the belt guard Follow these hourly maintenance intervals Maintenance Schedule Every Use Every Maintenance Operation Daily 25 hrs Engine See Engine Manual Check engine oil Inspect and clean engine air filter Grease reel bearings Inspect belt Inspect for loose worn or damaged parts Oil height adjustment linkage Form No F011003A FOR B amp S lt ONLY 20 E lt t e lt a e c SEE PAGE z 85 eles Pigs ER x x OG 350245 BILLY GOAT Form No F011003A Page 8 of 12 d LIST Part No Part No Part No Part No Pulley 5 5 X 350206 Wheels SemiPneuwnite 36 4 350236 4 3560236 4 a Bar stao sont 1 sso 1
21. or In the State of California the above is required by law Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code Other states may have similar laws Federal laws apply on federal lands 21 DO NOT touch hot muffler cylinder or fins because contact may cause burns 22 DO NOT run engine without air cleaner or air cleaner cover 23 DO NOT operate during excessive vibration 24 DO NOT leave machine unattended while in operation 25 DO NOT park machine on a steep grade or slope WARNING DO 1 ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the spark plug when servicing the engine or equipment TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING 2 DO keep cylinder fins and governor parts free of grass and other debris which can affect engine speed 3 DO pull starter cord slowly until resis tance is felt Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury 4 DO examine muffler periodically to be sure it is functioning effectively A worn or leaking muffler should be repaired or replaced as necessary 5 DO use fresh gasoline Stale fuel can gum carburetor and cause leakage 6 DO check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks Replace if necessary 7 Follow engine manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions 8 Inspect machine and work area before starting unit TC DO VIBRATION LEVELS 3 2 g max Vibration levels at the operators handles were measured in the vertical
22. raking the yard working in one direction i e north south or east west NOTE If a large drop in engine RPM occurs or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during operation the blade depth is set too low REMOVE THATCH After raking a layer of thatch will be deposited over the top of the lawn This thatch must be removed prior to any fertilizing seeding or watering of the lawn We suggest the use of a lawn vacuum or wheeled blower for collection and removal of the thatch Form No F011003A OPERATION continued VERTI CUTTING OPERATION Zp DO NOT Use this machine on any surface other than a lawn DO NOT Use this machine on slopes in excess of 19 DO NOT Allow persons unfamiliar with this equipment to operate it DO NOT Allow children to operate this equipment MOW Mow the lawn to it s normal cut height DRY Be sure grass is dry Wet conditions can cause in creased damage to healty grass SET DEPTH With engine off set the raking depth so that the blades just touch on a flat surface i e driveway or sidewalk START ENGINE See Page 5 ENGAGE BLADES Pull back on the bail on the operators handle NOTE When engaging the blades in heavy load conditions i e heavy thatch or very uneven turf push down on the operators handle lifting the front wheels slightly Engage the blades Slowly lower the unit into the turf SLICE Verti cut a small test area and examine the results Some thatch and cut stems shoul
23. rt No 350245 Page 7 of 12 ROTATING FLAIL REEL END TO END To maximize flail blade life and performance the reel can be rotated end to end periodically to provide a fresh lead cutting edge Takes approx 20 min and requires two 1 2 socket wrenches with extension bar 1 Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug 2 Close fuel valve on engine Honda only 3 Lean unit back onto lower handles and secure in place 4 Remove 6 lock nuts item 62 holding the belt and shaft guards item 21 amp 22 in place It is necessary to lower the height adjust lever to reach the locknuts on the guards Remove the guards 5 Remove the drive belt item 9 by walking it out of the groove on the reel pulley item 2 6 Remove the 4 lock nuts item 60 and washers item 68 holding the bearings item 23 to the frame of the unit T The reel is now free from the machine Slide the reel down and out of the machine 8 Remove the capscrew item 71 lockwasher item 57 reel pulley item 2 key item 42 and reel spacer item 10 from the end of the reel 9 Rotate the reel end to end and re install these items on the opposite end of the reel 10 Re install the reel in reverse order of removal Re install the guards in reverse order of removal DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT NOTE Takes approx 10 min and requires 3 8 socket wrench with extension 1 Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug 2 Remove 3 lock nuts item 62 h
24. ted above Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs If excessive vibration occurs shut engine off immediately and check for damaged or worn reel loose pulley bolts or set screws loose engine or lodged foreign objects See trouble shooting section on page 12 Inspect machine work area and machine before ing Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety STARTING ENGINE G4 ENGINE See engine manufacturer s instructions e for type and amount of oil and gasoline used Engine must be level when checking and filling oil and gasoline ENGINE SPEED Controlled by throttle lever on the engine Under normal conditions operate at full throttle to accom plish your task FUEL VALVE Move fuel valve to ON position Honda only Like all mechanical tools reasonable care must be used when operating machine CHOKE Operated with lever on the engine THROTTLE Move throttle control on engine to fast position Pull starting rope to start engine IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START See Troubleshooting on page 12 BLADE POSITION amp DEPTH CONTROL LEVER The blades can be raised or lowered into the ground by height adjusment lever on the engine base The resulting blade depth can be adjusted higher or lower See ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH BLADES UP BLADES DOWN RUNNING Part No 350245 ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH Clockwise wee To lower blades
25. ts i e spring and fall CHECK Before begining it is best to evaluate the condi tion of the lawn by cutting one or more core samples from area to be treated A core can be cut using a piece of pvc or metal pipe Hammer the pipe into the ground remove it push the core out of the pipe and inspect it to determine the depth of thatch in your yard SLOPES Rake slopes across not up and down This is much easier and safer for the operator and is better for the lawn Raking across will help to reduce runoff during watering and allow the sloped ground to hold more seed fertilizer and water The units maximum operating slope is 35 or 19 DEPTH The wide range of depth adjusment on your unit is provided to allow for blade wear Setting the reel deeper will not produce better or quicker results The flail reel is intended to be set so it just touches the surface on flat ground The slicing reel should be set even with the ground for verti slicing work and set to a maximum 1 2 depth for overseeding jobs Setting the reel deeper than this will only result in premature wear on the unit i e failed belt If you desire to work the ground deeper than the above guidlines allow it should be done gradually in multiple passes FOLDING HANDLE This unit is equipped with a folding upper handle for easier storage and transportation The handle can be folded by sliding the handle lock loops item 28 up This releases the upper handle allowing it
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