Billy Goat Lawn Aerator AE550 User Manual

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AE550, AE550H  
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Specifications  
AE550  
AE550H  
ENGINE: H.P.  
ENGINE: TYPE  
5.5 (4.1 kW)  
5.5 (4.1 kW)  
B&S OHV  
HONDA OHV  
ENGINE: FUEL CAP.  
ENGINE: OIL CAP.  
UNIT WEIGHT  
3.0 qt. (2.84 L)  
0.66 qt. (0.62 L)  
290# (131.8 kg)  
36# (16.4 kg)  
326# (148.2 kg)  
447# (203.2 kg)  
3.88 qt. (3.41 L)  
0.69 qt. (0.65 L)  
294# (133.6 kg)  
36# (16.4 kg)  
REMOVABLE WEIGHT  
NET UNIT WEIGHT  
WEIGHT: SHIPPING  
330# (150.0 kg)  
451# (205.0 kg)  
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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 a machine that exhibits excessive vibration.  
·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 19°.  
·DO NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns.  
·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.  
Use of Ear Protection is recommended while  
operating this machine.  
Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recommended  
when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty  
conditions.  
-DO read all maintenance and operating instructions before  
begining work.  
-DO read all engine manufacturers operating and maintenance  
instructions.  
Wearing gloves is recommended while  
operating this machine.  
-DO inspect lawn before begining work. Remove all rocks, wire,  
string, or other objects that can present a hazard during work prior to  
starting.  
-DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work,  
such as sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or clothes line  
anchors, etc.  
·DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, near debris  
outlet or near any moving parts.  
·DO NOT start engine without tine height adjust lever in up  
position and clutch bail disengaged.  
·DO NOT start or operate machine with guards removed.  
·DO NOT perform any service on the unit without removing  
the spark plug wire.  
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ASSEMBLY  
3. SECURE the upper handle by positioning the lowermost mounting hole  
over the chosen handle mounting stud and tightening the hand knob on  
the handle pivot bolt to secure the handle in position.  
Read all safety and operating instructions  
before assembling or starting this unit.  
4. REPLACE the lock nuts that were removed in step one and fully  
tighten them to complete securing the handle in place.  
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING  
5.ATTACH the lift rods, one on each side of the unit. Remove the hair  
pins that are shipped in free end of the rods. Pivot the rods up and along  
the side of the unit and slip the free end of the rod into the lift link bars  
one on each side of the unit. With the rods in position, replace the hair  
pins in the holes that they were removed from to lock the lift rods in  
place.  
5. CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level. See engine owners  
manual for type and amount of oil to use. Move the tine height adjust  
lever to the down position, to level engine during checking.  
6.CONNECT spark plug wire.HONDA ONLY:Set the engine stop switch  
to the on position. You will use the stop switch on the handle during  
operation.  
Your Billy Goat EZ-Air aerator is shipped from the factory in one  
carton, completely assembled.  
1.REMOVE lock nuts from the upper handle mounting stud. These  
will be reused.  
2. UNFOLD the upper handle and pivot it back into the operating  
position. NOTE:There are two height positions that the handle can  
be set in. The lower stud places the handle in the highest position  
the upper stud places the handle in the lowest operating position.  
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PACKING CHECKLIST  
These items should be included in your carton. If any  
of these parts are missing, contact your dealer.  
Per Model  
Check  
Check  
Briggs & Stratton  
5.5 Intek OHV  
Engine  
Manual Per  
Model  
Honda 5.5 OHV  
Check  
Owner's  
Manual  
360178  
Literature  
Assembly  
360177  
Check  
Check  
Warranty  
Card 400972  
EU Declaration  
of Conformity &  
EU Distributor  
List 360194  
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CONTROLS  
HONDA ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL  
B & S ENGINE THROTTLE CONTROL  
Set lever to choke position when  
starting a cold engine  
THROTTLE LEVER  
RUN  
CHOKE  
STOP  
Set lever to desired engine speed.  
Move lever completely to the left  
to stop engine  
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ENGINE LABELS  
FUEL VALVE  
CHOKE LEVER  
Briggs & Stratton  
RUN  
CHOKE  
ON  
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INSTRUCTION LABELS  
OFF  
These labels should be included on your Aerator. 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.  
THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH  
LOW OIL SENSOR, IF ENGINE WILL  
NOT START, CHECK OIL LEVEL  
Label Danger  
Keep Hands  
and Feet Away  
Part No.400424  
WARNING  
EXPLOSIVE FUEL  
STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO  
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.  
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WARNING  
Label Do Not Fill While  
Engine Is Hot  
Part No.400268  
Read and follow Operating  
Instructions before running engine.  
Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine  
to cool at least 2 minutes before fueling.  
Engines emit carbon monoxide,  
DO NOT run in enclosed area.  
WARNING  
LIFT HERE  
Honda  
THE UNIT WEIGHS OVER 300 LBS.  
LIFT HERE WITH CAUTION  
Label Warning Unit Weight  
Part No.360188  
Label LIFT HERE ARE  
Part No.360187  
WARNING  
Label Danger Guard  
Part No.900327  
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS  
BEFORE STARTING, MAKE SURE:  
TINE DEPTH CONTROL BAIL IS IN UP POSITION.  
ALL GUARDS ARE ATTACHED.  
TO START, MOVE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO "ON" AND PULL ROPE.  
NOTE: IT MAY BE NECESSARY TO USE THE ENGINE CHOKE IF  
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ENGINE IS COLD.  
PUSH FORWARD ON TINE LIFT HANDLE TO ENGAGE TINES  
IN GROUND.  
PUSH FORWARD ON OPERATOR'S BAIL TO ENGAGE DRIVE AND  
START AERATING.  
DURING OPERATION PUSHING DOWN ON OPERATOR'S HANDLE  
WILL MAXIMIZE CORING DEPTH.  
RELEASE BAIL TO STOP UNIT.  
FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE  
CHECK ENGINE OIL DAILY.  
INSPECT AND CLEAN ENGINE AIR FILTER DAILY.  
REPLACE AS NEEDED.  
GREASE ALL BEARINGS AND CHECK GEAR REDUCTION  
OIL LEVEL ON EVERY ENGINE OIL CHANGE.  
OIL ALERT  
READ OWNERS MANUAL  
BEFORE OPERATING  
NOTE: ENGINE WILL CONTINUE TO RUN WITH BAIL DISENGAGED.  
ALWAYS:  
TO TURN UNIT, PULL BACK ON TINE LIFT HANDLE TO LIFT TINES  
OUT OF GROUND. GRADUAL TURNS CAN BE MADE WITHOUT  
LIFTING THE TINES.  
WITH TINES UP, PUSH FORWARD ON OPERATOR'S BAIL TO  
ENGAGE WHEELDRIVE FOR ASSISTED TURNING.  
TO STOP ENGINE MOVE ENGINE STOP SWITCH TO "OFF".  
INSPECT MACHINE BEFORE EACH USE AND REPLACE ANY  
WORN AND DAMAGED PARTS.  
PROPERLY SECURE EQUIPMENT BEFORE TRANSPORTING.  
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.  
USE ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC TO SERVICE THIS MACHINE.  
WHEN OIL LEVEL LOW,  
USE PERSONAL  
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT  
ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.  
Label Instructions Height Adjust - Part No. 350224  
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Operation  
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for aerating  
established lawns and large grass covered areas. The  
machine should not be used for any other purpose than  
that stated above.  
TINES RAISING/LOWERING  
The tines are raised or lowered into the ground by operating  
the tine engagement lever on the upper handle. Tine  
penetration is very dependent on surface preparation. READ  
the operation section before aerating.  
DO NOT operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive  
vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for  
damaged or worn tine reel, loose pulley bolts or set screws,  
loose engine or lodged foreign objects. (See trouble  
shooting section on page 12).  
TINES UP  
TRANSPORT  
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must  
be used when operating machine.  
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.  
STARTING ENGINE  
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.  
TINES DOWN  
RUNNING  
GEAR REDUCTION: See engine manufacturer’s instruc-  
tions for type and amount of oil used. Engine must be level  
when checking and filling the gear reduction case. The  
engine is shipped from the factory with oil in the gear case.  
It shoudl be checked before first use.  
AERATING OPERATION  
DO NOT- Use this machine on any surface other than a lawn or  
similar area.  
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.  
ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the upper  
handle. Under normal conditions, operate at the minimum  
throttle speed to accomplish your task.  
NOTE: The unit ground speed varies with the engine speed.  
FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position  
Honda: Located below the air cleaner on the engine.  
Briggs: Located on face of the engine.  
MOW: Mow the lawn to it's normal cut height.  
WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine  
penetration the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day  
before aeration.  
ENGINE STOP SWITCH: Move to "ON" position  
Honda only: Located on side of engine. During normal  
operation use the remote stop switch on the operators  
handle.  
INSPECT lawn before begining work. Remove all rocks, wire,  
string, or other objects that can present a hazard during work  
prior to starting.  
IDENTIFY and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during  
work, such as sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or  
clothes line anchors, etc.  
CHOKE: Engage the choke when starting a cold engine.  
Honda: Located below the air cleaner on the engine.  
Briggs: Located on top of the air cleaner on the engine.  
START ENGINE: See above.  
THROTTLE: Move the throttle control on the upper handle  
to fast position. Pull starting rope to start engine.  
SET SPEED: The ground speed of your aerator varies with  
the engine speed. Set the engine at approximately half  
throttle to start. Speed may be increased based on the turf  
conditions (i.e. large flat areas) and operator experience.  
Speed should be lowered when operating under adverse turf  
conditions (i.e. fenced areas, hills, or slopes).  
IFYOUR UNIT FAILSTO START:  
See Troubleshooting on page 12.  
NOTE: Honda engines are equiped with a low oil sensor to  
prevent engine damage. When it senses a low oil condition  
(i.e. unit is operating or sitting on a steep slope) the engine  
shuts down. The low oil condition must be corrected before  
the engine can be restarted. See the engine owners  
manual for more information.  
MOVE: Be sure the tine engagement control is in the up  
position (tines out of the ground) and engage the wheel drive  
by squeezing the operators clutch bail against the handle.  
Transport the aerator to the work area.  
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OPERATION continued  
AERATOR OPERATION CON'T  
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ENGAGE TINES: With the aerator in the work area, release  
the clutch bail and push forward on the tine engagement  
lever, lowering the tines into the dirt.  
WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine  
penetration the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day  
before aeration.  
SLOPES: Do not operate the aerator on steep slopes. Use  
extreme caution when operating on any sloped surface.  
For lesser sloped areas operate the unit, traversing up and  
down at a 45 degree angle to the slope rather than straight  
across. Extended operation on steep slopes can cause  
engine damage.  
AERATE: Engage the operators clutch bail by pushing it  
forward to the handle, and start aerating.  
NOTE: For maximum tine penetration apply downward  
pressure on the handle.  
TURNING: At the end of an aerating run, release the clutch  
bail and pull back on the tine engagement control to lift the  
tines out of the ground. Using the handle swivel the rear of  
the unit to bring it around and line up for the next pass.  
NOTE: Engage the clutch bail to use the front wheel drive to  
aid in turning the unit.  
NOTE: DO NOT release the operators clutch bail when  
operating on a slope. This will allow the unit to free wheel  
and allow the unit to roll down the slope.  
NOTE: Honda engines are equiped with a low oil sensor to  
prevent engine damage. When it senses a low oil condition  
(i.e. unit is operating or sitting on a steep slope) the engine  
shuts down. The low oil condition must be corrected before  
the engine can be restarted. See the engine owners  
manual for more information.  
TRANSPORT: Be sure to lift the tine engagement lever (tine  
out of the ground) before transporting away from the work  
area.  
HANDLING & TRANSPORTING  
CAUTION: This unit is heavy. It requires at least two people to lift it.  
TINE PENETRATION: Maximum tine penetration is  
achieved by applying downward pressure on the handle  
during operation.  
REMOVE: The aerator is equiped with a removable rear weight.  
Remove the weight when loading and unloading the unit. The weight  
can be removed by rotating the locking tabs on the weight mounting  
pins and lifting it straight up. See Fig. 1 below.  
NOTE: The removable weight is also heavy and should handled  
carefully and secured in place during transport.  
TURNING: At the end of a pass the tines can be lifted out of  
the ground to turn by lifting straight up on the operators  
handle.  
LIFTING: The aerator is equiped with lift handles. After removing the  
weight lift the unit with two people one on each side of the unit. Grip  
the unit at the points marked "LIFT HERE" when lifting. Lift using  
your legs and not your back. See Fig. 2  
USING RAMPS: Use ramps that are of adequate strength for a unit  
of this weight. When loading the aerator using ramps be sure the  
ramp is not too steep and that the surface of the ramp provides good  
traction.  
Fig. 1  
Fig. 2  
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OPERATION continued  
ADJUSTING HANDLE HEIGHT  
UNIT STORAGE  
This unit is equipped with a height adjustable upper handle to allow  
for multiple operator heights.  
TO ADJUST THE HANDLE HEIGHT:  
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.  
1. Remove the lock nuts (item 50) that secure the handle, one on  
each side, to the lower handle mounting studs. See Fig. 1  
2. Loosen the handle mounting knobs (item 51), one on each side,  
(See Fig. 3) and push the handle out and away from the lower  
handle mounting studs.  
3. The handle is now free to rotate. Adjust the handle to the  
desired height. The BOTTOM handle mounting stud coresponds  
with the highest handle position. The TOP handle mounting stud  
coresponds with the lowest handle mounting position.  
4. Completely tighten the handle mounting knobs (item 51), and  
replace the lock nuts (item 50) to secure the handle in place.  
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.  
FOLDING HANDLE  
PARKING  
This unit is equipped with a folding upper handle for easier storage.  
TO FOLD THE HANDLE:  
1. Remove the lock nuts that secure the handle, one on each side,  
to the lower handle mounting studs. See Fig. 1  
2. Remove the hair pins that secure the tine lift rods, one on each  
side, to the tine lift links. See Fig. 2  
NEVER PARKTHIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND.  
Always keep tines in the up position when parking the unit.  
3. Slide the rods out of the lift links and replace the pins in the holes  
they were removed from for storage.  
4. Rotate the lift rods down and back until they and hanging down  
and to the rear of the unit.  
5. Loosen the handle mounting knobs, one on each side, (Fig. 3)  
and push the handle out and away from the lower handle mounting  
studs.  
6. The handle is now free to rotate. Rotate it up and toward the  
front of the unit while holding the tine engagement control lever  
against the rear of the upper handle. The handle will rotate into a  
position with the top of the handle hooking over the front bumper of  
the unit.  
NOTE: Replace the lock nuts (item 50) on the lower handle  
mounting studs for storage.  
Fig. 2  
Fig. 1  
Fig. 3  
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MAINTENANCE  
TINE REEL REMOVAL ANDTINE ROW REPLACEMENT  
Use only a qualified mechanic for  
any adjustments, disassembly or  
any kind of repair .  
TINE REEL REMOVAL  
NOTE:Tine reel removal is only necessary to replace an entire  
tine row or for other major unit maintenance. Individual tines  
can be replaced by following theTINE REPLACEMENT instruc-  
tions.  
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame.  
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS  
TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING  
PARTS COMETO A COMPLETE STOP.  
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUGWIRE  
BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.  
3. Release the tension on the chain. See CHAINTENSION ADJUST-  
MENT in this manual.  
4. Remove the four bolts and nuts, two on each side, holding the tine  
reel bearings in place. BE CAREFUL the tine reel is heavy and  
sharp. Take precautions to not allow it to fall when the bearing bolts  
are removed.  
ENGINE: See engine manufacturer's  
service instructions.  
5. Lift the reel up and to the side to remove it from the drive chain.  
6.SeeTINE ROW REPLACEMENT for instructions on maintenance.  
7.To reinstall the reel follow the above steps in reverse.  
8. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
REPLACE ALL GUARDS,BEFORE  
STARTING ENGINE.  
USE ONLY BILLY GOAT ORIGINAL  
EQUIPMENT PARTS FOR  
REPLACEMENT AND REPAIR  
TINE ROW REPLACEMENT  
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame.  
3. Remove the tine reel per theTINE REEL REMOVAL instructions.  
4. Remove the nut at the end of the tine reel shaft that secures the  
tine rows in place.  
TINE ROW KIT 360197  
5. Remove the tine rows and spacers as necessary to replace the  
defective part. Be sure to note the order in which the spacers were  
removed for later reassembly.  
6. Reassemble the tine reel in the exact order that it was disas-  
sembled.  
Complete tine row set for  
replacement of one  
complete row of tines.  
Includes mounting  
plates, spacer, and all  
hardware.  
7.Tighten the nut that secures the tine rows and spacers on the  
shaft. Torque the nut to a minimum of 60 ft.lbs. Check that all of the  
tine rows are tight by attempting to move them by hand.  
8.Reinstall the tine reel per theTINE REEL REMOVAL instructions  
above.  
9. Re set the tension on the chain.  
10. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
REPLACING INDIVIDUAL TINES  
TINE KIT 360100  
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Loosen but do not remove the outermost nut and carraige bolt that  
secure the damaged or worn tine.  
3. Loosen and remove the innermost nut and carraige bolt that hold  
the tine in the reel.  
4. Use a small prybar and push the tine plates apart slightly to slide  
out the tine to be replaced.  
5. Slide the new tine in place and secure with the innermost nut and  
carraige bolt. Tighten completely.  
Individual coring tine for  
replacement of worn or  
broken tines.  
6. Retighten the outermost nut and carraige bolt to completely secure  
the new tine.  
7. Repeat as required to replace all damaged or worn tines.  
NOTE:Tines are a normal wear item and should be inspected  
regularly for signs of wear or damage.  
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Spraying tines with a rust preventing lubricant can  
increase tine life and allow for easier replacement of worn  
or damaged tines.  
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MAINTENANCE  
BELT AND CHAIN TENSION ADJUSTMENT  
DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT  
ADJUSTING BELT TENSION-  
1. Remove the top guard (item 3) by removing the four screws (item  
13), two on each side, that secure it to the frame.  
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame.  
3. Slide the belt off of the engine drive pulley, and off of the jackshaft  
drive pulley.  
4. Continue sliding the belt along the jackshaft to the right jackshaft  
bearing away from the pulley and sprockets.  
5. Using a 9/16" wrench, remove the two bolts and nuts that hold the  
jackshaft bearing in place.  
6. Carefully lift the jackshaft up until the belt can be slid out underneath  
the bearing.  
7. Slide the new belt in place over the jackshaft.  
8. Replace and tighten the bolts and nuts holding the jackshaft bearing  
in place. Be sure that the jackshaft is aligned straight across between  
both bearings.  
9. Slide the belt along the jackshaft and over both engine and jackshaft  
pulleys. Be sure the idler pulley is positioned on the flat side of the belt.  
10. Check proper belt tension. See BELTTENSION ADJUSTMENT in  
this manual.  
2. Locate the top of the belt idler assembly where the clutch cable (item  
55) is secured in place. A properly tensioned belt should stretch the  
idler spring (loacted next to the idler pulley) between 1/4" - 3/8" when  
the clutch bail (item 54) is held in the drive position.  
3. Using a 1/2" wrench loosen the two nuts that secure the cable (item  
55) in place.  
4.TO INCREASE belt tension adjust these two nuts so that the cable  
(item 55) is secured in place with an additional 1/4" of the threaded  
adjuster at the top of the assembly.  
TO DECREASE belt tension adjust these two nuts so that the cable  
(item 55) is secured in place with 1/4" less of the threaded adjuster at  
the top of the assembly.  
5. Replace the guard (item 3) and reinstall the four screws (item 13) that  
secure it in place.  
6. Run the unit to test your adjustment. Repeat as necessary to  
achieve proper adjustment. A properly adjusted belt will pull the unit up  
a 15 degree slope when clutched without any belt slip, and will declutch  
and stop the unit completely when the clutch is released.  
CHAIN REPLACEMENT  
NOTE:Never release the clutch on a slope. The unit is heavy and will  
free wheel down hill.  
NOTE:This procedure will work to change the wheel drive chain  
or the tine drive chain.  
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.  
2. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame.  
NOTE: A worn belt will not allow for proper adjustment and must be  
replaced.  
3. Roll the unit until the master link of the chain that you want to repalce  
is exposed near the jackshaft sprocket.  
4. Release the tension on the chain. See CHAINTENSION ADJUST-  
MENT in this manual.  
5. Using a screwdriver or similar device remove the spring clip that  
secures the master link in the chain.  
6. With the master link removed unwind the chain from the two sprock-  
ets that it connects.  
7. Carefully string the replacement chain around the same two sprock-  
ets and reconnect it with the new master link provided with your  
replacement chain.  
8. Re set the tension on the chain.  
9. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
ADJUSTING CHAIN TENSION-  
1. Remove the top guard (item 3) by removing the four screws (item  
13), two on each side, that secure it to the frame.  
2. Locate the bolt (item 31, 33) and nut (item 80) that hold each idler  
sprocket to the frame of the unit. One idler sprocket sets tension on the  
wheel drive chain and one sets tension on the tine drive chain.  
3. Loosen the bolt and nut and slide the idler sprocket (item 29) in the  
desired direction.  
INCREASEDTENSION:Slide the sprocket to the rear.  
DECREASEDTENSION:Slide the idler sprocket to the front.  
4.Tighten the bolt and nut to secure the sprocket in place.  
5. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
NOTE: Over tensioning the chain will cause premature chain and  
sprocket wear. DO NOT OVERTENSION THE CHAIN.A properly  
tensioned chain will have slack of 1/4"-3/8" when moved by hand.  
Follow these hourly  
maintenance intervals.  
Maintenance Schedule  
Every  
25 hrs  
Every Use  
(Daily)  
Maintenance Operation  
Engine (See Engine Manual)  
Check engine oil  
Check gear reduction oil level  
Grease bearings (See Lubrication)  
Oil chains (See Lubrication)  
Inspect for loose, worn,  
or damaged parts  
Throughly clean all debris from unit  
and tine reel.  
Inspect belt  
Lubricate caster rigs  
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Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions  
Possible Cause  
TROUBLESHOOTING  
Solution  
Problem  
Working on too steep a slope.  
Engine stalls or labors when raking.  
Abnormal vibration.  
Work at 45 degrees to the slop moving up and down  
instead of across.  
Damaged or missing tines. Loose handle bolts. Loose  
engine bolts  
Stop work immediately. Replace any damaged or  
missing tines. 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. Out of gasoline. Bad  
Check stop switches, throttle, choke position and  
gasoline. Connect spark plug wire. Clean or replace  
or old gasoline. Spark Plug wire disconnected. Dirty air air cleaner. Check and fill engine oil. Contact a  
cleaner. Engine oil level too low (Honda only).  
qualified service person.  
Engine is locked, will not  
pull over.  
Debris locked against reel, or drive pulleys. Engine  
problem.  
Pull spark plug wire and remove debris. Contact an  
engine servicing dealer for engine problems.  
Engine is making loud noise or squealing.  
Gear reduction oil level is low.  
Check and add oil according to engine owners manual.  
Unit does not move when  
clutch is engaged.  
Belt drive out of adjustment. Work drive belt.  
Loose or damaged chain or sprockets. Loose or  
damaged pulleys. Damaged or broken clutch cable.  
See maintenance on page 7 of this manual. Contact a  
qualified servicing dealer.  
LUBRICATION  
BEARINGS-  
1. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame. NOTE: Guard must be removed to  
lubricate the jackshaft bearings only. All other bearings can be lubed  
without removing the guard.  
ENGINE  
GOVERNED RPM  
3600  
ENGINE  
MODEL NO.  
HORSEPOWER  
5.5  
BRIGGS &  
STRATTON  
127452-0049-E1  
HONDA  
5.5  
GX160K1HX2  
3600  
2. Lubricate all 6 bearings using a pressurized grease gun with a  
standard lithium based grease.  
3. Wipe any excess grease off of all bearings and fittings after each  
lubrication.  
4. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
When servicing the 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.  
CHAINS-  
1. Remove the top guard by removing the four screws, two on each  
side, that secure it to the frame.  
2. Apply a light coat of No. 30 Oil or a penetraing chain lubricant to keep  
the chain clean and in good running order.  
3. Replace the guard and reinstall the four screws that secure it in  
place.  
To contact:  
Briggs & Stratton: 800-233-3723  
American Honda: 800-426-7701  
CASTERS-  
1. Lubricate both caster rig bearings using a pressurized grease gun  
with a standard lithium based grease.  
2. Wipe any excess grease off of all bearings and fittings after each  
lubrication.  
Engine Service and Warranty  
Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's  
authorized servicing dealer. (See above)  
WARRANTY PROCEDURE  
22.1  
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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:  
Record your machine model, serial number and  
date-of-purchase and where purchased  
Serial Plate  
21  
The Machine should be taken to the dealer from whom it was  
purchased or to an authorized Billy Goat dealer.  
1803 S. Jefferson  
Lee's Summit,  
MO 64062 / USA  
Tel (816) 524-9666  
Fax (816) 524-6983  
The owner should present the remaining half of the Warranty  
Registration Card, or, if this is not available, the invoice or receipt.  
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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.  
Model  
Serial No.  
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.  
Unit(Weight)  
lbs.  
Engine Power  
kW  
101 dB  
kg  
rpm  
min-1  
Note: To process a Warranty Claim, it is necessary to quote the Model  
& Serial number who are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate.  
BILLY GOAT INDUSTRIES INC.  
1803 S.W. JEFFERSON / LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082-2312 / USA  
PHONE: 816-524-9666 FAX: 816-524-6983  
Purchased  
from  
Purchase  
Date  
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