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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents: General Information.............. 3 Identifying Your Unit............3 KV/TKV Decals..............4 5110550................4 80133771................4 80133770................5 5110549................5 80133777................5 80133773................6 100443................6 890152................6 80133772................6 80133778................7 Features and Controls............8 Operator Controls ............8 Initial Setup................10 Assemble the Handles........... -
Page 3: General Information
Engine Model: We’re pleased that you’ve placed your confidence in the Billy Goat brand. When operated and maintained according to the Engine Type/ instructions in this manual, your Billy Goat product will provide Specifications: many years of dependable service. Engine Code/Serial... -
Page 4: Kv/Tkv Decals
KV/TKV Decals I.D. Decal P/N Model Name 80133778 (EU only) 5110550 Thrown Objects Warning: Thrown objects hazard. Do not use without a chute or debris bag. This unit is capable of throwing objects and debris. Keep bystanders away. Do not detach the debris bag... - Page 5 Eye Protection Hands and Feet Distance Damage to the eyes hazard. Always wear personal protective Keep hands and feet a safe distance from hazard. equipment when operating. 5110549 Hearing Protection Noise hazard. Always wear personal protective equipment when operating. Belt Drive Breathing Protection Warning: Dismemberment hazard.
- Page 6 80133772 Spark Plug Before repairing/maintaining the machine, shut off the engine, Amputation Hazard wait for the rotating parts to stop completely and disconnect the spark plug wire. 80133773 Warning: Amputation hazard due to rotating parts. Do not use without debris bag. Do not attempt to remove materials from intake or discharge when machine is running, stop the engine and wait for all machinery to come to a complete stop.
- Page 7 80133778 Training Required Do not operate this machine unless you are trained. Consult technical literature before performing technical repairs or maintenance. Avoidance Look behind while moving unit in reverse. Be aware of your surroundings at all times. Slope Falling Hazard Avoid steep slopes.
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Page 8: Features And Controls
On-Board Chipper (TKV models only) Mesh Bag The KV unit comes standard with a mesh debris bag. These mesh bags are normal replaceable wear items. The bag can become heavy when overloaded with debris, especially wet debris. Frequently empty the debris bag to prevent overloading the bag and bogging down the unit. - Page 9 Nozzle Height Adjustment Knob • Small branches up to 1" in diameter. Use the TKV On- Board Chipper for branches up to 2" in diameter. • Paper trash. • Glass bottles (use care and caution). Do not vacuum: • Wet yard waste and debris. Do not attempt to operate the unit under wet conditions.
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Page 10: Initial Setup
Assemble the Handles Note: Figure 8 depicts handles on the KV push model. Self- propelled units will have a bail pre-installed on the upper handle. 1. Line up the holes on the upper (A, Figure 8) and lower handles (B). -
Page 11: Install The Throttle Cable
Install the Throttle Cable 2. On the end of the clutch cable is a fitting. Install the fitting into the hole on the bail (B). 3. Use bolt (C), with threads facing out, to fasten the plastic cable connection on the inside of the handle. Secure the plastic cable connection with washer (D) and acorn nut (E). - Page 12 strap has an eyelet (E). Use the eyelets to hang the bag onto the upper handle posts. 6. Connect the spark plug wire from the engine to the unit. 7. Fill engine with oil and gasoline before starting. billygoat.com...
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Page 13: Operation
Operation 7. Vacuum debris, taking care to avoid debris that the impeller cannot process. Adjust the nozzle height as necessary during operation. Continue vacuuming debris Pre-Operation until the debris bag is full. Before operation, always perform the following safety checks Note: TKV units are equipped with an On-Board Chipper. -
Page 14: Maintenance Procedures
living plants. See the 1 section for more information about both back wheels, chains, chain bracket bolts. Loosen making wood chips with your TKV unit. and remove the bolts (F) that secure the chain bracket to the transmission plate. Repeat procedure on the opposite Maintenance Procedures side. - Page 15 8. Self-Propelled Units Only Uninstall the transmission/ idler plate. Loosen the bolts (B, Figure 15) securing the transmission plate (A) to the frame. Lift the entire plate up and away from the frame. 10. Uninstall the impeller (D, Figure 17) Remove the impeller bolt (A) and washers (B &...
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Page 16: Replacing The Drive Chain
See the Illustrated Parts Book for impeller and 6. With the impeller uninstalled, place the new drive belt impeller hardware configurations for KV models. onto the impeller shaft. 11. Install the new impeller. Use a new impeller bolt and new 7. -
Page 17: Replacing The Chipper Blade
3. Access the impeller through the debris outlet on the unit. 2. Follow the instructions found in Replacing the Chipper Rotate the impeller counter-clockwise to dislodge the Blade to remove the chipper blade. clog. Remove the clog through the debris outlet. 3. -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting While normal care and regular maintenance will extend the life of your unit, prolonged or constant use may eventually require that service be performed to allow it to continue to operate properly. This troubleshooting guide lists the most common problems, their causes, and remedies. Refer to Maintenance Procedures for instructions on how to perform most of these minor adjustments and service repairs. -
Page 19: Specifications
Specifications Dimensions and Weights Dimensions Model(s): KV601, KV601FB, KV601SP, KV601SPFB Length: 59" (1.5 m) Width: 28" (0.7 m) Height: 42.75" (1.1 m) Model(s): TKV601SP Length: 59" (1.5 m) Width: 26.75" (0.68 m) Height: 42.75" (1.08 m) Weights Model(s) Weight KV601, KV601FB, KV601SP, 116 lbs.
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can't start machine after not using for 2 years. fuel tank was left empty. Put in fresh fuel. checked oil. Not sure where choke position and throttle position should be at startup.
To start a Billy Goat KV machine after it has not been used for 2 years, set the choke all the way to the front (engaged) and move the throttle from the stop position all the way forward. Pull the rope handle to start the engine. Once the engine catches, turn the choke off.
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can't start. havent used in 2 or 3 years. fuel tank was left empty. put in fresh fuel today. checked oil. not sure which position is the correct position for the red choke switch. Should the throttle be slightly on or off. Can't find these answers in the manual.
For starting a Billy Goat KV after not using it for 2 or 3 years, set the red choke switch to the "on" position and place the throttle slightly on.
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