BILLY GOAT AERATOR AE401, AE401H, AE401H5T & AE401S TINE ROW KIT Complete tine row set for replacement of one complete row of tines. Includes mounting plates, spacer, and all hardware. Part No 360314 Owner's Manual Replacement Parts TINE KIT Individual coring tine for replacement of worn or broken tines.
ABOUT THIS MANUAL THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.
This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual should be read carefully before assembling, operation, or servicing this equipment. This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT Aerator. This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this equipment.
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DO NOT run this equipment indoors or in any poorly ventilated area. Refueling outdoors is recommended. DO NOT refuel this equipment while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least two minutes before refueling. DO NOT store gasoline near an open flame. DO NOT remove gas cap while engine is running.
14). INSTRUCTION LABELS The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT equipment. Part numbers from the Illustrated Parts List are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the part numbers shown.
PACKING CHECKLIST Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled. READ all safety instructions before assembling unit. TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING PARTS BAG &...
OPERATION Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Inspect machine work area and machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING STARTING ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used.
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PARKING NEVER PARK THIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND. Always keep tines in the up position when parking the unit. 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.
AE Owner’s Manual 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. AERATE: Engage the operators clutch bail by pushing it pulling it backwards from the handle, and start aerating. NOTE: For maximum tine penetration apply downward pressure on the handle.
MAINTENANCE ERIODIC AINTENANCE Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals: Maintenance Operation Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts. Check engine oil. Inspect belt for wear. Engine (See Engine Manual) Oil chains (see lubrication). Thoroughly clean all debris from unit and tine reel Check tine reel nut torque.
AE Owner’s Manual INDIVIDUAL TINES REPLACEMENT 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Loosen but do not remove the outermost nut and carriage bolt that secure the damaged or worn tine. 3. Loosen and remove the innermost nut and carriage bolt that hold the tine in the reel. 4.
AE Owner’s Manual DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Remove the top guard by removing the four nuts, 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.
Warranty Claim. • The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for consideration. • The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for examination.
AE Owner’s Manual PARTS DRAWING AE Part No 360314 Form No F041808A...
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PLUG DRAIN 1" GUARD PLUG AE PLUG CAP 1" TUBE RETAINER 3/8" LOOP FOLDING HANDLE SCREWCAP 5/16-18 x 3/4 BOLT SHOULDER 3/8 x 1 1/4" LABEL BILLY GOAT OVAL LABEL BILLY GOAT CIRCLE GRIP Part No 360314 AE Owner’s Manual AE401 AE401H5T AE401H Part No.
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AE Owner’s Manual PARTS DRAWING AE Part No 360314 Form No F041808A...
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WASHER 1.062" ID X 1.75 OD CHAIN MASTER LINK SPACER - TINE PLATES TINE ASSY (INCLUDES 50,64,65,72,&119) RUBBER PAD 1/8" TK X 1/2" W Part No 360314 AE Owner’s Manual AE401 AE401H5T AE401H Part No. Part No. Part No. 360304 360304 360304...
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