Billy Goat Lawn Mower SV50H User Manual

Operator Owner's Manual  
T h a n k Yo u f o r S e l e c t i n g  
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SV50, 50H  
R
Quiet Vac  
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SPECIFICATION S  
SV50  
SV50H  
ENG INE: H.P .  
6.0 (4.47 Kw )  
B&S INTEK  
1.6q t. (1.5L)  
5.5 (4.1kW)  
HO NDA O HV  
1.2q t. (1.1L)  
ENG INE: TYPE  
ENG INE: FUEL C AP.  
ENG INE: O IL C AP.  
WEIG HT: UNIT  
WEIG HT: SHIPPING  
ENG INE WEIG HT:  
UNIT LENG TH  
0.69q t. (0.65L) 0.63q t. (0.60L)  
145# (65.8kg )  
168# (76.2kg )  
28# (12.7kg )  
62" (1.57m )  
153# (69.4kg )  
176# (79.8kg )  
36# (16.3kg )  
62" (1.57m )  
UNIT WIDTH  
26.75" (0.68m ) 26.75" (0.68m )  
42" (1.07m ) 42" (1.07m )  
UNIT HEIG HT  
ACCESSORIES  
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NOZZLE WEAR GUARD  
CASTER KIT  
(STANDARD)  
HOSE KITS  
(STANDARD)  
P/N 890413. Extends nozzle life  
when used along curbs and hard  
surfaces.  
For vacuuming in hard to reach areas.  
P/N 890447 For use on hard  
surface  
Heavy Duty Vacuum Hose Kit P/N 900943.  
4"(102mm) x 10' (3.05m)  
BAG LINER OPTIONS (Samples supplied with unit)  
Litter Liner P/N 890006  
Felt Filter P/N 890435  
Lawn Liner P/N 890009  
For use in all dusty conditions. Can be  
used with other liners  
For use on hard surface where a variety of  
debris is present.  
Used to collect leaves, thatch & grass.  
PACKA GED SINGLY  
QTY 5 PER PA CKAGE  
QTY 5 PER PA CKAGE  
Part No. 890379  
Form No. F081398A  
Page 1 of 8  
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GENERAL SAFETY  
For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed:  
Do not operate this machine without first reading  
owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.  
·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.  
·DO NOT remove bag until engine has been turned off and has  
come to a complete stop.  
·DO NOT remove hose kit cap on nozzle until engine has been  
turned off and has come to a complete stop.  
Use of Ear Protection is recommended while  
operating this machine.  
Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recom-  
mended when using this machine, especially in dry  
and dusty conditions. Debris bag directs dust toward  
ground, away from the operator and the optional Felt  
Filter reduces the amount of dust reintroduced into the  
environment.  
·DO NOT operate machine with hose cap, bag or hose removed.  
·DO NOT use this machine for vacuuming exclusively sand,  
dust, fine dirt, rock, glass, string like material, grain, rags,  
cans, metal, bark or water.  
·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 20%.  
·DO NOT pick up any hot or burning debris, or any toxic or  
explosive material.  
·DO NOT place hands or feet inside nozzle intake opening,  
near debris outlet or near any moving parts.  
·DO NOT start engine without debris bag connected firmly in  
place to exhaust outlet.  
·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.  
·DO NOT start or operate machine with debris bag zipper  
open.  
These items should be included in your carton. If any  
of these parts are missing, contact your dealer.  
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PACKING CHECKLIST  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Debris Bag  
890351  
Literature Assy  
890381  
Honda Engine  
Manual  
Caster Kit  
890447  
Felt Filter Bag  
890435  
Litter Liner  
890008  
(3 EACH)  
Lawn Liner  
890431  
(3 EACH)  
LITERATURE ASSY P/N 890381  
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EU Declaration  
of Conformity &  
EU Distributor  
List 890378  
Lawn Liner  
Installation  
Instructions  
890432  
Litter LIner  
Installation  
instructions  
890007  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Check  
Owner's  
Manual  
890379  
Literature  
Accesso-  
ries 890380  
Warranty  
Card 400972  
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13  
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ENGINE LABELS  
CONTROLS  
INSTRUCTION LABELS  
These labels should be included on your Vacuum.  
If any of these labels are damaged, replace them  
before putting this equipment into operation. Item  
and part numbers are given to help in ordering  
replacement labels..  
IN U.S.A. USE UNLEADED GASOLINE ONLY  
Briggs &  
Stratton  
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION  
BRIGGS & STRATTON  
CORPORATION FAMILY  
Throttle  
Control  
VBS190U1G1RB:EM  
DISPLACEMENT 190cc. MODEL 12VOHV  
THIS ENGINE CONFORMS TO 1995-1998 CALIFORNIA  
EMISSION REGULATIONS FOR ULGE ENGINES AND  
U.S. EPA PHASE 1 REGULATIONS FOR SMALL NON-  
ROAD ENGINES. REFERS TO OWNER'S MANUAL  
FOR MAINTENANCE SPECIFICATIONS AND  
ADJUSTMENTS.  
WARNING  
EXPLOSIVE FUEL  
STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO  
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.  
Honda  
STOP  
SLOW  
Label Do Not Fill While  
Engine Is Hot  
Item 63 Part No.400268  
Label Danger Keep Hands  
and Feet Away  
DANGER  
Item 29 Part No.400424  
FAST  
Label Danger Flying Material  
Item 62 Part No.810736  
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 above). If you can not locate a  
servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturers  
national service organization.  
Honda - Place  
in fast position  
to start.  
Label Read Owner's  
Label Ear Eye Breathing  
Manual Item 84  
To reach:  
Item No. 86 Part No.  
Part No.890301  
890254  
American Honda: 770-497-6000 Briggs & Stratton: 800-233-3723  
Fax: 770-497-6011  
Fax: 414-259-5249  
Page 3 of 8  
Part No. 890379  
Form No. F081398A  
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled except for the upper handle  
and accessories. Included with machine are caster kit (890447), felt filter bag (1 each), lawn liner y (3 each),  
and litter liner (3 each).  
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ASSEMBLY  
Read all safety and operating instructions  
before assembling or starting this unit.  
1. REMOVE items 8 locknut & 74  
screws from lower handle (item  
27). Attach and securely tighten  
upper handle item 6 to lower  
handle as shown.  
5.  
1.  
2.  
SEE ENGINE MANUFACTURER'S  
MANUAL (some engine manufac-  
2. REMOVE deflector (item 83)  
from box. Discard packing  
tures' have different oil checking  
PUT OIL IN ENGINE  
procedures)  
material. Remove carriage  
BEFORE STARTING  
bolts (item 31) and nut (item 4)  
from deflector. Install to bag  
plate (item 13) as shown  
reusing parts removed (nut  
6.  
should be on side shown).  
Failure to attach  
deflector may result in  
premature wear to bag.  
7.  
3. UNFOLD the debris bag (item  
1) and fasten bag.  
3.  
5. CONNECT spark plug wire.  
6. VERIFY fuel valve on.  
4. ATTACH bag hanger strap to bag  
supports (item 11), preassembled to  
upper handle.  
4.  
4a. Bag hanger straps are designed  
for adjustment when more clearance  
is required between bag and  
ground. Typically the bottom loop of  
the strap is used when operating on  
turf.  
When using machine, make sure to clean out channel before re-  
installing bag.  
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Part No. 890379  
Form No. F081398A  
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Operation  
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming  
leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter as  
well as debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts  
of sand; however, vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will  
affect the longevity of your machine.  
16.3  
DEBRIS BAG  
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.  
Note: Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with  
more weight than you can lift.  
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must  
be used when operating machine.  
Bag liners are included and available for use in various conditions  
where debris will be vacuumed. (see Bag Liner Options shown on page 1).  
Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive  
vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for  
damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller  
key, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. Note: See parts  
list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble  
shooting section on page 7).  
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine.  
Be sure engine has come to a complete stop  
before removing or emptying bag!!  
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic  
material and other similar debris (see Safety Warnings page 2-3).  
Many vacuums are used where dust is mixed with trash. Your  
unit can intermittently vacuum in dusty areas. However, following  
these rules will help maintain your machine's ability to vacuum in  
dusty conditions:  
Inspect machine work area and machine before operat-  
ing. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are  
trained in general machine use and safety.  
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.  
Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.  
Machine or pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning does  
not fully clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before use.  
16.1  
STARTING  
ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instructions  
for type and amount of oil and gasoline used.  
Engine must be level when checking and filling oil and  
gasoline.  
Having one or more spare Felt Filter (890435) is a good way to reduce  
down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.  
Do not store with debris in bag. Organic  
debris generates heat during decomposi-  
tion and could damage the bag or start a fire.  
ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the handle.  
Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to  
accomplish your current cleaning task.  
FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (Honda only).  
CHOKE: Operated with throttle control (Honda).  
Post to prime (Briggs & Stratton).  
16.4  
HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:  
Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the  
handle and front of nozzle. Secure in place during transport.  
NOTE: Outer bag and rod (items 1 and 3) MUST depress the  
bag presence switch (item 17) for the unit to start. See fig.1  
16.5  
STORAGE  
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:  
See Troubleshooting on page 8.  
Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly venti-  
lated 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.  
16.2  
VACUUMING OPERATION  
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: The  
vacuum nozzle is raised and lowered by pulling slightly  
upward on handle and pulling height adjust T-Handle (item  
23) at operators left hand. Lift handle up or down to desired  
height, then release T-handle.  
If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, prepare as  
follows:  
Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke. 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. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and  
engine runs out of gasoline.  
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle height as  
close to debris as possible, but without blocking airflow into the  
nozzle. NOTE: Never bury nozzle into debris.  
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE  
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.  
& EXHAUST: Turn engine off and wait for impeller  
to stop completely and disconnect spark plug wire.  
Wearing durable gloves, remove clog. Danger, the  
clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect spark  
plug wire.  
16.10  
COMPOST  
Vacuumedleaves,grassandotherorganicmaterialfromyourown  
yard can be emptied into a pile or composter to provide enriched  
soil for later use as fertilizer in gardens and flower beds  
Note: Allow green chips to dry before spreading around living  
plants.  
fig 1.  
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Part No. 890379  
Form No. F081398A  
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PARTS DRAWING  
SV50, SV50H  
Form No. F081398A  
Page 6 of 8  
Part No. 890379  
item  
SV50  
Part No.  
QTY  
SV50H  
Part No.  
QTY  
PARTS  
LIST  
OUTER DEBRIS BAG  
THROTTLE CONTROL  
ROD BAG  
19  
no.  
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
890351  
850270  
890352  
*8160001  
*8041008  
890439  
890389  
*8041031  
900813  
*900407  
900039  
890356  
1
1
1
17  
2
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
890351  
850270  
890352  
*8160001  
*8041008  
890439  
890389  
*8041031  
900813  
*900407  
900039  
890356  
1
1
1
17  
2
1
1
2
2
2
2
1
1
2
2
NUT LOCK (1/4 - 20 )  
SCREW CAP ( 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/2 HEX )  
HANDLE UPPER ASS’Y (incl. items 4(4),5(2),45(2),11(2),75(2))  
AXLE HEIGHT ADJUST  
SCREW CAP 5/16 - 18 x 1-3/4  
CLAMP CABLE 1" I.D.  
* Denotes  
standard  
hardware  
item that  
may be  
9
10 TY WRAP  
11 BAR BAG SUPPORT  
12 LATCH BAG  
13 BAG PLATE  
14 BRACKET HANDLE SV  
15 BOLT CARR. 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 ZP  
purchased  
locally.  
890355-S  
890208  
8024039  
890355-S  
890208  
8024039  
16  
17 SWITCH PLUNGER  
18 BRACKET - LOWER HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT  
19 SCREW CAP 5/16 - 24 x 1"  
20 SPRING-COMPRESSION  
21 TIRE - ONLY (PER ASSY)  
22 PIN - HAIR COTTER  
23 CABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT  
24 BOLT - CARRIAGE 5/16 - 18 x 4 1/2  
890440  
890021  
400164  
900136  
900507  
900471  
890019  
*8024054  
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
4
890440  
890021  
400164  
900136  
900507  
900471  
890019  
*8024054  
1
1
4
1
1
1
1
4
25  
26 NUT LOCK 5/16 - 18 HEX  
27 HANDLE LOWER  
*8160002  
890346  
14  
1
*8160002  
890346  
14  
1
28 PLATE HANDLE SUPPORT  
900933  
1
900933  
1
29 LABEL DANGER CUT FINGER  
400424  
2
400424  
2
30 WASHER FLAT CUT 5/16  
31 SCREW CARRAIGE 1/4-20 x 3/4  
*8171003  
*8024021  
2
12  
*8171003  
*8024021  
2
12  
32  
33 STRAIN RELIEF HAYCO 1244  
34 WHEEL ASS’Y (incl. items 21)  
35 WASHER 0.75 “C”  
36 BOLT CARRAIGE 5/16 - 18 x 1" ZP  
37 BRACKET CASTER RH  
38 BRACKET CASTER LH  
39 CASTER 4x2 SWIVEL  
40 SCREW CAP 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 1/4  
41 HARNESS ASSY  
42 SCREW SELF TAPPING 10 - 24 x 1/2  
43 NOZZLE MAINFRAME ASS’Y (incl. one of items 29,44,42)  
44 PLUG HOUSING  
500282  
900509  
900997  
*8024040  
890004  
890002  
890428  
*8041007  
890443  
*8123086  
890391  
900146  
*8041009  
1
4
1 - 0  
8
1
1
2
4
1
1
500282  
900509  
900997  
*8024040  
890004  
890002  
890428  
*8041007  
890442  
*8123086  
890391  
900146