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Billy Goat SC12 Operator's Manual

Billy Goat SC12 Operator's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents: About This Manual..............3 Intended Use................. 3 Serial Plate Data..............3 Specifications................ 3 Sound and Vibration Data..........3 Operator Safety..............5 California Proposition 65..........5 General Safety Symbols...........5 All Units................5 Sodcutters.................6 Engine................6 Handling and Transporting..........7 Instructional Decals............7 Initial Setup................7 Features and Controls............9 Operator Controls.............

  • Page 3: About This Manual

    About This Manual E. Mass of Unit in Kilograms F. Sound Power in Decibels THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT® Sod G. EAC Compliance Logo Cutter. Your new machine has been carefully designed and manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive H.
  • Page 4 Humidity: Barometric Pressure: 30.16 Hg (102.13 kpa) billygoat.com...

  • Page 5: Operator Safety

    Operator Safety Indicates that this manual, the operator's manual, the illustrated parts list, and the engine manufacturer's Read these safety rules and follow them closely. Failure to manual should be read carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing equipment. obey these rules could result in loss of control of the unit, severe personal injury or death to you, or bystanders, or damage to property or equipment.

  • Page 6: Sodcutters

    DO NOT operate the unit under the influence of drugs DO NOT pull backwards unless absolutely necessary or alcohol. DO NOT use near drop-offs, ditches, or DO NOT leave equipment unattended during embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance operation.

  • Page 7: Handling And Transporting

    Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. 400424 - Decal, Warning Sharp Initial Setup Your BILLY GOAT® sod cutter is shipped from the factory in one crate, completely assembled, except for the handles and the cutting height adjustment lever.
  • Page 8 READ all safety instructions before assembling the unit. TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box. PUT OIL IN THE ENGINE BEFORE STARTING. PARTS BAG AND LITERATURE ASSEMBLY • Warranty Card part number: 80105111. • Owner's Manual part number: 370505. Boxing Parts Check List 1.

  • Page 9: Features And Controls

    Features and Controls E) ENGINE F) SOD CUTTING BLADE Operator Controls G) COVER The cover (G, Figure 3) prevents any contact with the moving parts of the machine. Use of the machine without this cover is strictly prohibited. H) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER The cutting height adjustment lever (A, Figure 4) adjusts the cutting height according to the type of terrain and the thickness of the turf to be cut. To adjust the cut height raise...

  • Page 10: Operation

    Operation Before Operation As with all mechanical tools, use reasonable care during operation. Inspect the work area and machine before operation. Be sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in safety and general use. Be sure all operators have read and understand the Owner's Manual.

  • Page 11: Cleaning The Unit

    Storage 12. To being the cutting operation fully grasp both handles and fully depress the blade clutch control lever. Keep To store the sod cutter for prolonged periods of non-use, the blade clutch control lever fully depressed at all times proceed as follows: during operation.

  • Page 12: Maintenance Procedures

    Transmission Oil should be inspected on a regular basis and replaced if This procedure is specific to models in serial number range worn. Also see your BILLY GOAT® dealer for servicing your 230001 and above. machine. Transmission Oil Capacity: 0.5 liters Checking and Replacing the Transmission Oil Type: SAE 90 oil.

  • Page 13: Belt Replacement

    1. Disconnect the connecting rod (B, Figure 9) by removing the nut and loosening the screw that secure it to the arm (C). 2. After all the oil has drained install the drain plug and add oil through the fill plug (B). 2.

  • Page 14: Checking And Replacing The Blade

    • The blade wears more quickly on dry, sandy ground. In these conditions it should be replaced more frequently. 4. To fit the new belt follow the procedure in the reverse order. 5. Afterwards check that the belt is positioned and working correctly using the relative forward control lever.

  • Page 15: Checking Tire Pressures

    Adjusting the Control Cables • Adjust the belt and cable control tension after the first few working hours to compensate initial loosening. • Briefly operate all the machine's components to detect any abnormal noises or overheating. • During the initial running in period avoid heavy-duty usage to encourage proper settling of the mechanical parts.

  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    • The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT® will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for Should a BILLY GOAT® machine fail due to a defect in examination. BILLY GOAT® will notify their conclusions material and/or workmanship, the owner should make a...
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