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Billy Goat PL1803V Owner's Manual

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PL1803V Owner's Manual
PL1803V & PL1803VR Owner's Manual
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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  • Page 1 PL1803V Owner’s Manual PL1803V & PL1803VR Owner's Manual Original Instructions IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE 381508_A_HI...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Specifications Intended Use Labels Throttle Controls Packing Checklist Initial Set-Up Assembly Operation Maintenance 7-17 Troubleshooting Spare Parts List Warranty Information Part Illustrations and Lists 20-33 381508_A_HI...

  • Page 3: Specifications

    Specifications PL1803V & PL1803VR Engine: B&S VANGUARD 5.0 HP 10V3320003F1 Engine Model No. Engine Fuel Capacity 3.3 qt. (3.1 L) Engine Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) Total Unit Weight 242 lb (109.8 kg) Length 57” (1.45 m) Width 24”( .61 m) Height 40”...

  • Page 4: Labels

    Warning Labels The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT® Aerator. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.

  • Page 5: Throttle Controls

    Packing Checklist Your Billy Goat aerator is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled with the cables de- tached. READ all safety instructions before assembling unit. TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from its box or crate.

  • Page 6: Initial Set-Up Assembly

    Initial Set-Up Assembly Refer to Figure X in the Packing Checklist section to identify parts in Initial Set-Up Assembly. 1. UNFOLD the upper handle (A, Figure A) and slide handle lock loops (B, Figure A) into place to secure the upper handle to the lower.

  • Page 7: Operation

    Operation TURNING: At the end of an aerating run, release the bail and raise the tines out of the ground. Then repo- sition the unit for another pass and lower the tines to begin another run. TRANSPORT: Be sure to raise tines out of the ground (disengaging the bail and then raising the tines with the center lever) before transporting away from the work area.
  • Page 8 Maintenance COMMON MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES Note: Refer to Figure B for tools needed for common maintenance procedures outlined in this section. Figure B Letter Identification Tool Impact Wrench 1/2” socket 9/16” socket 1/2” wrench 9/16” wrench 1/8” Allen wrench 1/4” curved Allen wrench Pliers 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 9 Maintenance ADJUSTING BELT TENSION 1. Loosen the mounting bolts for the engine and then slide it to apply or relieve tension on the belt. Note: Sliding the engine forward (away from the operator) increases belt tension. Sliding the engine rear- ward (towards the operator) relieves tension.
  • Page 10 Maintenance 3. Loosen the inner pillow block bearings on each side of the tineshaft. Simultaneously, use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket and the 9/16” wrench to remove the hardware from each pillow block bearing. See Figures G-J. Note the heavy weight of the tineshaft. Figure G Figure H Figure I...
  • Page 11 Maintenance 5. Remove the broken or worn belt. Lift the tineshaft to manuever the belt out compeltely. See Figure L. Figure L 6. Wrap the new belt around the drive pulley on the tineshaft and re-install the tineshaft into the machine. See Figure M.
  • Page 12 Maintenance 6. Reverse steps 1-4 to reattach the top belt-guide-bolt, tineshaft, and hood. REPLACING THE CLUTCH CABLE 1. Remove the hood of the PL1803 machine. Refer to Step 1 from the “REPLACING THE DRIVE BELT” section. 2. Remove the clutch idler pivot bolt. Simultaneously use the 1/4” curved Allen wrench with the impact wrench fitted with a 9/6”...
  • Page 13 Maintenance 4. Slide the clutch cable out of the machine through the back and unhook the cable from the bail. See Figures T and U. Figure T Figure U 5. Attach the new cable to the bail and route the cable through the back of the machine. Reverse step 3 to attach and secure the new cable to the idler bracket.
  • Page 14 Maintenance 3. Use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket simultaneously with the 9/16” wrench to remove the handle bolt. Do not discard the handle bolt. See Figures W and X. Figure W Figure X 4. Use pliers to remove the rue ring and accompanying washer from the handle clevis pin. Set these items aside to attach later.
  • Page 15 Maintenance 5. Use the impact wrench fitted with the 9/16” socket to remove the outside mount bolt and inside nut. Do not discard. See Figure AA. Figure AA 6. Pull out the handle isolation bracket and remove the old ISO mount bushing. See Figures AB and AC. Figure AB Figure AC 7.
  • Page 16 Maintenance REPLACING INDIVIDUAL TINES 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Loosen the jam nut then unscrew the tine. 3. Replace the tine making sure to use the maximum amount of threads on the tine. Note: Tines are a normal wear item and should be inspected regularly for signs of wear or damage. REPLACING THE TINE PLATE 1.
  • Page 17 Maintenance 4. Remove the anchor from the old plate. See the part to remove circled in Figure AH. Hold the anchor in place with pliers and simultaneously use a 1/2” wrench to detach the bottom nut. Attach the anchor to the new plate.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting

    Troubleshooting Problem Possible Cause of Problem Possible Solution to Problem Engine will not start. • Stop switch is in OFF position. • Check stop switch, throttle, and • Throttle is in OFF position. choke positions. • Engine is not in full choke •...

  • Page 19: Spare Parts List

    Spare Parts List Please refer to this list of spare parts you may need to service your BILLY GOAT® Aerator. You can order these parts through our customer service team. Please refer to our website at www.billygoat.com. Part Part Number...
  • Page 20 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 21 PL1803 Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. WA, PL1801 FRAME 382130-S BUSHING, SNAP 1.31” ID 382240 BUSHING, SNAP 1.81” ID 382292 BUSHING, SPLIT 0.350” NYLON BLACK 373308 WA, IDLER ARM PL18 382133 BRG, SLEEVE Ø.500” X Ø.625” X .625”...
  • Page 22 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 23 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16-18 X 3/4” ZP 8024039 RIVET 1/8 x 1/4 ALUM 381115 RUBBER LATCH KIT 381003 WA, ISO MOUNT...
  • Page 24 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 25 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. JAM NUT, 5/8-11 UNC 8143007 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 BEARING FLANGED 1.0 DIA 381042 CRANK 4 TINE 381296 SPRING, WAVE 1.000” X .700” 382220 SCR-CAP, HSWH .375”-16 X 1.500” G5 ZP...
  • Page 26 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 27 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 BRKT, RETRACTOR PLATE 382326 PLATE, RETRACTOR PL1801 382325 BLT-RDHDSSQNK, .3125”-18 X 1.500” G5 ZP 8024068 BOLT CARRIAGE 1/4-20 X 3/4” ZP 8024021 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .250”-20 ZP 8165001 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .500”-13 ZP...
  • Page 28 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 29 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .375”-16 ZP 8165003 PIN, RUE RING 0.250” 371275 NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .250”-20 ZP 8165001 WA, HANDLE PL1801 382131 SCREWCAP 3/8”-16 X 2 1/4” HCS ZP GR 5 8041055 SCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 1 3/4”...
  • Page 30 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 31 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. NUT-HEX-NYLK, FLG .3125”-18 ZP 8165002 ENGINE, VANGUARD 203CC W/6:1 AT 3 382323 SPCR; ENG SHAFT VAN PL18 381215 KEY 3/16” SQ X 1 1/4” 9201080 PULLEY, 3.50” O.D. x 0.750” I.D. V, A/B 5105968 SCREW SET 5/16-18 X 5/16”...
  • Page 32 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists 381508_A_HI...
  • Page 33 PL1803V Parts Illustrations and Lists PL1803V Item No. Description Part No. BUSHING, SNAP 1.31” ID 382240 BUSHING, SNAP 1.81” ID 382292 ASM,WHEEL&TIRE HDPU 12"X3" W/ 381781 BRG&SPANNER SCR-CAP, HEX .625”-11 X 5.500” G5 ZP 8041153 NUT JAM, 5/8-11 ZP 8143007...

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