Billy Goat AE400H, AE450 User Manual

AE Owner’s Manual

TINE ROW KIT

P/N 360197

TINE KIT

P/N

360100

BILLY GOAT AERATOR

Owner's Manual

AE400H & AE450

Replacement Parts

Part No 360251 Form No F071206A

Complete tine row set for
replacement of one
complete row of tines.
Includes mounting plates,
spacer, and all hardware.

Individual coring tine for
replacement of worn or
broken tines.

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL

THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT ® Aerator. Your new machine has been carefully designed and

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.

CONTENTS

SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3

GENERAL SAFETY 4 -5

INSTRUCTION LABELS 6

PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 7

OPERATION 8-10

MAINTENANCE 11-13

TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 14

MAINTENANCE RECORD 15

ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 16-19

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SERIAL PLATE DATA

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Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

Specifications

Engine: HP 4.0 (2.98 kW) 5.5 (4.1 kW)

Engine: Model GX120K1HX2 1273520049E1

Engine: Type HONDA OHV BRIGGS OHV

Engine: Fuel Capacity 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) 3.0 qt (2.84 L)

Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.66 qt. (0.62 L)

Total Unit Weight: 242# (109.8 Kg) 244# (110.7 kg)

Max. operating slope 20o 15o

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AE400H AE450

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and SYMBOLS

The safety symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. You should become familiar with them before
assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others

.

This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this 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.

Read and make sure you thoroughly understand the following safety precautions before assembling, operating or
servicing this equipment:

READ this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual carefully before assembling,
operating, or servicing this equipment.

EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment

.

BREATHING PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EXHAUST from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DO NOT operate this equipment on any unimproved forested, brushy, or grass covered land

unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler as required by Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code. The arrester must be maintained in good working order.
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and possibly fatal poison.

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operate engine without a muffler. Inspect muffler periodically and replace if necessary. If equipped with muffler deflector,

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.

DO NOT start or operate engine if strong odor of gasoline is present.

DO NOT start or operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move equipment away from spill until gasoline has completely evaporated.

DO NOT smoke while filling the fuel tank.

DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved spark tester.

DO NOT

inspect deflector periodically and replace if necessary.

DO NOT operate engine with grass, leaves or other combustible material near the muffler.

DO NOT touch muffler, cylinder, or cooling fins when hot. Contact with hot surfaces may cause severe burns.

DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation.

DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope.

DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area.

DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.

DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed.

DO NOT operate equipment near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials.

DO NOT operate equipment on slopes greater than specified in Specifications section of this manual.

DO NOT operate barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear

DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.

DO NOT operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.

DO NOT aerate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance

DO NOT start engine without tine height adjust lever in up position and clutch bail engaged.

DO NOT change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
ALWAYS Stop the tine reel when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
ALWAYS Shut the engine off and wait until the tine reel comes to complete stop before performing maintenance.
ALWAYS Use equipment only in daylight or good artificial light.
ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
ALWAYS remove spark plug wire when servicing equipment to prevent accidental starting.
ALWAYS check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers.

WARNING: Important

Remove all rocks, wire, string, etc. 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, limbs, or clothes line

anchors, etc.

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Briggs and Stratton

Honda

INTENDED USE

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.
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 14).

INSTRUCTION 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. 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.

LABEL WARNING GUARDS LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL PATENT LABEL WARNING UNIT WEIGHT
P/N 900327 P/N 400268 P/N 360286 P/N 360188

LABEL LIFT HERE LABEL INSTRUCTIONS AE
P/N 360187 P/N 360262

ENGINE LABELS

BRIGGS HONDA

THROTTLE CONTROLS

Set lever to choke position when starting a cold engine

Set lever to desired engine speed. Move lever
completely to the left to stop engine

Choke

Fuel valve

Throttle

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