Billy Goat BG1002, BG1002SP User Manual

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BG VACUUM

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

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HOSE KITS

For vacuuming in hard to reach areas.

3" Vacuum Hose Kit for
vacuuming heavy debris P/N

800086.

3"(76.2mm) x 10' (3.05m).

5" Vacuum Hose Kit for
vacuuming bulk debris P/N

800084.

5"(127mm) x 10' (3.05m).

6" Vacuum Hose Kit for
vacuuming large debris P/N

800359.

6"(152.4mm) x 10' (3.05m).

HOSE COUPLER KITS

Joins 2 or more hoses to increase
vacuuming distance.

3" (76.2mm) COUPLER

P/N 800332

5" (127mm) COUPLER

P/N 800334

6" (152.4mm) COUPLER

P/N 800336

EXHAUST HOSE KIT
P/N 800077

Increases exhaust distance.

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BA G SUPPORT
P/N 800484

dragging ground.

DEBRIS BAGS

Keeps bag from

REPLACEABLE DEBRIS
BAG P/N 800730
DEBRIS BAG CO VER

P/N 800993

downward, away from operator.

Directs dust

BRUSH KIT P/N 800082

Improves vacuum pickup.

SP UNITS ONLY

SPEED UP KIT P/N

810233

speed to 2.9 mph (3.68 kmh) from

1.53 mph (2.46 kmh).

Increases ground drive

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ENGINE: H.P. 10 (7.45 kW) 10 (7.45 kW)
ENGINE: TYPE B&S INTEK I/C B&S INTEK I/C
ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 4 qt. (3.8 L) 4 qt. (3.8 L)
ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.875 qt. (0.8 L) 0.875 qt. (0.8 L)
WEIGHT: UNIT 166 lbs. (75.5 kg) 203 lbs. (92.3 kg)
WEIGHT: SHIPPING 183 lbs. (85.3 kg) 215 lbs. (97.5 kg)
ENGINE: WEIGHT 52 lbs. (23.6 kg) 52 lbs. (23.6 kg)

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Operator Owner's Manual

PUSH MODELS:

BG1002

Specifications

BG1002 BG1002SP

SELF PROPELLED MODEL:

BG1002SP

UNIT SIZE: OVERALL LENGTH: 68"(1.73m) OVERALL WIDTH 30" (0.76m) OVERALL HEIGHT 42" (1.07m)

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

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IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

BEFORE ST ARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERST AND THE “ENTIRE OPERA T OR'S MANUAL & EN­GINE MANUAL.”

THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CA UTION. DEA TH, PERSONAL INJUR Y AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMA GE MA Y OCCUR UNLESS INSTR UCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY .

WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: DO NOT

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

2. DO NOT place hands or feet near
moving or rotating parts.

3. DO NOT store, spill or use gasoline near
an open flame, or devices such as a stove,
furnace, or water heater which use a pilot
light or devices which can create a spark.

4. DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not
well ventilated. Outdoor refueling is
recommended.

5. DO NOT fill fuel tank while engine is
running. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes
before refueling. Store fuel in approved
safety containers.

6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while
engine is running.

7. DO NOT operate engine when smell of
gasoline is present or other explosive
conditions exist.

8. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is
spilled. Move machine away from the spill
and avoid creating any ignition until the
gasoline has evaporated.

9. DO NOT transport unit with fuel in tank.

10. DO NOT smoke when filling fuel tank.

11. DO NOT choke carburetor to stop
engine. Whenever possible, gradually
reduce engine speed before stopping.

13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs,
governor links or other parts which may
change the governed engine speed.

14. DO NOT tamper with the engine speed
selected by the engine manufacturer.

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

16. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug
removed. If engine is flooded, place
throttle in “FAST” position and crank until
engine starts.

17. DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard
object or metal tool as this may cause
flywheel to shatter in operation. Use
proper tools to service engine.

18. DO NOT operate engine without a
muffler. Inspect periodically and replace, if
necessary. If engine is equipped with
muffler deflector, inspect periodically and
replace, if necessary, with correct deflector.

19. DO NOT operate engine with an
accumulation of grass, leaves, dirt or other
combustible material in the muffler area.

20. DO NOT use this engine on any forest
covered, brush covered, or grass covered
unimproved land unless a spark arrester is
installed on the muffler. The arrester must
be maintained in effective working order by
the operator. In the State of California the
above is required by law (Section 4442 of
the California Public Resources Code).
Other states may have similar laws.
Federal laws apply on federal lands.

21. DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or
fins because contact may cause burns.

22. DO NOT run engine without air cleaner
or air cleaner cover.

23. DO NOT operate during excessive
vibration!

24. DO NOT leave machine unattended
while in operation.

25. DO NOT park machine on a steep
grade or slope.

WARNING: DO

1. ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the
spark plug when servicing the engine or
equipment TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL
STARTING.

2. DO keep cylinder fins and governor
parts free of grass and other debris
which can affect engine speed.

3. DO pull starter cord slowly until resis­tance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid
kickback and prevent hand or arm injur y.

4. DO examine muffler periodically to be
sure it is functioning effectively. A wor n or
leaking muffler should be repaired or
replaced as necessary.

5. DO use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can
gum carburetor and cause leakage.

6. DO check fuel lines and fittings fre­quently for cracks or leaks. Replace if
necessary

7. Follow engine manufacturer operating
and maintenance instructions.

8. Inspect machine and work area before
starting unit.

12. DO NOT run engine at excessive
speeds. This may result in injury & /or
damage to unit.

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
PAR TS BA G & CONTR OLS
LABELS
OPERATION
P ARTS DRA WING & LIST
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY

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Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC
and were performed on 2/14/2002 under the conditions listed:

NOTE:

Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model in this

manual. Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound power level for your model.

Sound level of 97 dBA at operator position

118 dB

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

SOUND

GENERAL CONDITION:

TEMPERA TURE:

WIND SPEED:

WIND DIRECTION:

HUMIDITY:

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Sunny

50° F (10° C)

15 MPH (24.1 kmh)

North
32 %

30.06" Hg (764mm Hg)

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Vibration levels at the operators handles were
measured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal
directions using calibrated vibration test equipment.
T ests w ere perf ormed on 05/26/94 under the conditions
listed:

GENERAL CONDITION:

WIND DIRECTION:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

VIBRATION

VIBRATION LEVEL 8.0 g

TEMPERATURE:

WIND SPEED:

HUMIDITY:

Sunny

70° F (21.1° C)

16 MPH (25.8 kmh)

South West

44 %

29.7" Hg (754mm Hg)

BG VACUUM

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GENERAL SAFETY

For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed:

Do not operate this machine without first reading
owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.

Use of Ear Protection is recommended while
operating this machine.

Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recom­ mended when using this machine, especially in dry
and dusty conditions. Optional bag cover directs dust
toward ground, away from the operator.

·DO NOT place hands or feet inside nozzle intake opening, near

debris outlet or near any moving parts.

·DO NOT start engine without debris bag and quick discon­nect connected firmly in place to exhaust outlet.

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ASSEMBLY

·DO NOT start or operate machine with debris bag zipper open.

·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.

·DO NOT remove bag until engine has been turned off and has

come to a complete stop.

·DO NOT remove hose kit cap on nozzle until engine has been
turned off and has come to a complete stop.

·DO NOT operate machine with hose cap, bag or hose removed.

·DO NOT use this machine for vacuuming exclusively sand,

dust, fine dirt, rock, glass, string like material, grain, rags,
cans, metal, bark or water.

·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 20%.

·DO NOT pick up any hot or burning debris, or any toxic or

explosive material.

·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.

Read all safety and operating instructions
before assembling or starting this unit.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE ST ARTING.

Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled
except for the debris bag, upper and lower handles, handle brace, nozzle control
rods, exhaust elbow, gasket, and (sp only) rod lever shift assy.

1 Lower handles: Assemble lower handles (items 60, 61) to engine base using

washers (item 17) and lock nuts (item 5).

HAND TIGHTEN ONL Y.

2 Upper Handle, Handle Braces:

2.1 Assemble upper handle (item 47), and handle braces (items95 and 99) to

lower handles using screws (item 40), washers (item 17) and lock nuts (item 5)
with ends of handle brace on inside of handle and screw heads facing inward,
toward debris bag, otherwise premature bag wear could result.

2.2 After elbow assembly has been installed, attach front of handle braces
(items 95 and 99) to 3/8 inch stud on elbow mounting flange, using lock nut
(item 43).

3. Tighten all handle screws and nuts on lower handles, upper handle and handle
brace.

4. Throttle control (item 52):

4.1 Attach throttle to upper handle using screw (item 21) and lock nut (item 18).

4.2 Attach throttle control conduit to handles using cable clamps (item 93).

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P ACKING CHECK LIST

These items should be included in your carton. If any of
these parts are missing, contact your dealer.

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Boxing Checklist

Brace Handle LH
800821

Brace Handle RH
800822

Per Model

Parts Bag & Lit.
Assy.

BG1002
800014

BG1002SP
800015

Engine Manual

Briggs & Stratton
10 HP Intek

Check

Check

Check

Check

Check

5

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

HAND TIGHTEN ONLY .

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5. Nozzle door control rods (items 55, 59):

5.1 Attach end of link (item 59) with single hole to nozzle door mounting hole

using screw (item 54), washers (item 17-2 req'd) and lock nut (item 18).

5.2 Assemble link (item 55) to lever assembly (item 56) using screws (item

54), washers (item 17-2 req'd) and lock nuts (item 18).

5.3 Attach link ends (item 59, 55) to each other in 2 holes using screw (item

21), washers (item 17) and lock nut (item 18).

6. Elbow Assembly (item 2):
Attach elbow assembly (item 2) and flange gasket to exhaust outlet of main
unit using screws (item 17) and lock nuts (item 5).

7. Debris Bag (item 1):

7.1 Attach neck of debris bag onto elbow assembly.

SECUREL Y TIGHTEN BAG NECK STRAP.

7.2 Attach bag hanger clips to bag loops (item 50) preassembled to upper
handle.

8.

SP MODEL ONL Y

8.1 Remove eye bolt (item 45), from hardware bag and slide curved end of rod

through eye bolt (item 45).

8.2 Slide curved end of Rod Lever Shift (item 90) through hole in shift bracket
located on rear of transmission so that shift lever end of rod is up. Reinstall
eye bolt (item 45) and hardward through upper handle and clutch cable
mounting bracket.

9. Attach "z" end of cable (item 86) to inside of bracket on rod bail assy (item 88).

10. Connect spark plug wire.

Denotes parts found in

. Rod Lever Shift Assy .

Boxing Checklist

Self Propelled Only

Check

Rod Lever
810162

Per Model

Check

Handle Bail Assy

Units Only

Check

Handle Assy

Units Only
All Models

Check

Debris Bag
800730

Check

Elbow Assembly
800967

Check

Bar Link Upper

811061

Check

Link 810987

Check

Handle Lower L.H.
800933

Check

Handle Lower R.H.
800943

810164

Push

800043

Parts Bag Assembly
(shown on page 4).

SP

1212

ON

OFF

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1212

PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY P/N 800014 & 800015

1313

13

1313

CONTROLS

PARTS BAG ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST P/N 810166 & 800757

Screw Cap 5/16-

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18 x 3/4 8041026

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Qty. 3
Screw Cap 5/16-

18 x 1 3/4

40

8041032 Qty. 2

18

5

Screw Cap
1/4-20 x 1

54

8041006 Qty. 4
Screw Cap

49

1/4-20 x 1 1/2
8041008 Qty. 2

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17

Screw Cap
1/4-20 x 1 3/4

21

8041009 Qty. 3

Bolt Eye Clutch Lever

45

800312 Qty. 1 (SP only).

TY WRAP 900407

93

Q t y. 3 P ush, Qty. 5 S P.

53

Nut Reg. 1/4-20
8142001 Qty. 2

Nut Lock 1/4-20
8160001

units & Qty. 9 SP units.

Qty. 8 Push

Nut Lock 5/16-18
8160002 Qty. 10

Washer 1/4 Flat Cut
8171002 Qty. 1

Washer 5/16 SAE
8172008 Qty. 16

Wheel Protector
800169 Qty. 2

( Not To Scale )

Owner's

Manual

Declaration

Literature

Parts Bag

Literature

BG

Accessories

Warranty

Card

Literature Checklist

Check

Owner's

Manual

800012

Check

Declaration

811023

Check

Literature
Parts Bag

800018

Check

Literature BG

Accessories

800998

Check

Warranty

Card

400972

Throttle Control 8 HP

Stop

position

Briggs engine

have a choke
type carburetor
that is operated
using choke
lever on side of
engine .

STOP
SLOW

FAST

Start

position

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INSTRUCTION LABELS

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ENGINE LABELS

These labels should be included on your Vacuum. If any of
these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this
equipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given to
help in ordering replacement labels..

WARNING

EXPLOSIVE FUEL

STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.

400268

Label Do Not Fill While Engine
Is Hot Item 98 Part No.400268

CAUTION

READ OWNER'S MANUAL

USE PROTECTION

BEFORE OPERATING, MAKE SURE:

EXHAUST ELBOW IS ATTACHED.
EXHAUST IS DISCHARGING INTO
ENCLOSED CONTAINER.
HOSE IS ATTACHED.
ALL GUARDS ARE ATTACHED.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION IS OBTAINED.

STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.
KEEP ENGINE CLEAN OF DEBRIS.

INSPECT MACHINE BEFORE EACH USE AND REPLACE ANY
WORN AND DAMAGED PARTS.

PROPERLY SECURE EQUIPMENT BEFORE TRANSPORTING.

NEVER SERVICE UNIT WITHOUT DISCONNECTING SPARK PLUG WIRE.

USE ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC TO SER VICE THIS MACHINE.

ABRASIVE DEBRIS WILL SHORTEN UNIT LIFE.

DANGER

Label Flying
Debris
Item No. 102
Part No.
810736

810736

Label Danger
Keep Hands
and Feet Away
Item 100 Part
No.400424

Debris Bag
Label item 1

830138

Label Caution
Item No. 101
Part No.
830138

Label Read
Item No. 106
Part No. 890301

890254

Label Ear Eye Breathing Item
No. 103 Part No. 890254

Self Propelled Units Only

WARNING

900327

Label Warning Guards
Item 104 Part No.900327

RELEASE TO DISENGAGE CLUTCH

PULL TO ENGAGE CLUTCH

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

REV FWD

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Label Drive
Item No. 44
Part No. 830502

810207

Label Clutch Item No. 105
Part No. 830503

830503

OIL CHAIN

EVERY 10 HOURS

Label Oil Chain
Item No. 51
Part No. 830502

830502

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Briggs & Stratton

RUN CHOKE

THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH
LOW OIL SENSOR, IF ENGINE WILL
NOT START, CHECK OIL LEVEL

Read and follow Operating
Instructions before running engine.

Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine
to cool at least 2 minutes before fueling.

Engines emit carbon monoxide,
DO NOT run in enclosed area.

WARNING

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OPERATION

INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming

leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter.
Debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand
can be vacuumed; however, it is not this machine's primary
purpose. Vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will affect the
longevity of your machine.

Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive
vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for
damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller
key, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. Note: See parts list
for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble
shooting section on page 12).

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 ST ARTING.

16.116.1

16.1

16.116.1

STARTING

ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instr uctions

for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be
level when checking and filling oil and gasoline.

ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the handle .
Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to
accomplish your current cleaning task.

FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (when provided
on engine).

CHOKE: Located at lower rear area of carburetor bowl. Choke
engine before starting when engine is cold.

PRIMER: Push primer per engine instructions.
THROTTLE: Move remote throttle control to fast position. Pull

starting rope to start engine.

IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:

See Troubleshooting on page 12.

16.216.2

16.2

16.216.2

VACUUMING OPERATION

VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Is

adjusted by unlocking wing nut (item 13) and turning caster
knob. Turning the knob clockwise increases height. Be sure
the nozzle height is level (left to right) before tightening caster
wing nuts.
Adjust nozzle height according to surface conditions and
debris size; For vacuuming on flat surfaces, set nozzle 1/2"
(12.7 mm) to 5/8" (15.8 mm) above ground; Higher for uneven
terrain and turf.

CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE
& EXHAUST: T urn engine off and wait f or impeller to

stop completely and disconnect spark plug wire.
Wearing durable gloves, remove clog. Danger, the
clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect spark
plug wire.

NOZZLE GOBBLER DOOR.

Large debris can be vacuumed without readjusting nozzle
height by temporarily opening the remote Nozzle Gobbler
Door. For maximum pickup of small debris, the gobbler door
must be down, flush with front face of nozzle.

OPTIONAL HOSE KIT (see page 1).

16.316.3

16.3

16.316.3

Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.

more weight than you can lift.

An optional bag and dust cover is available for use where debris will be
vacuumed in dusty conditions (see Optional Accessories shown on

page 1.)

DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine. Run

engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition new bag. Your
new bag requires a break-in period to condition the pores of the
material against premature blockage. The entire bag surface
serves as a filter, and must be able to breath to have good vacuum
performance.
Be sure engine has come to a complete stop before removing
or emptying bag.

This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic
material and other similar debris

However, many vacuums are used where dust is mixed with
trash. Your unit can intermittently vacuum in dusty areas. Dust
is the greatest cause of lost vacuum performance. However,
following these rules will help maintain your machine's ability to
vacuum in dusty conditions:

DEBRIS BA G

Note: Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with

(see Safety Warnings page 2-3).

• Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.

• The debris bag must be cleaned more frequently. A vacuum

with a clean, pillow soft bag will have good pickup performance.
One with a dirty, tight bag will have poor pickup performance. If
dirty, empty debris and vigorously shake bag free of dust.

• Machine or pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning

does not fully clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before
use.

Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce down time
while dirty bags are being cleaned.

• DO NOT leave debris in bag while in storage.

FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle close to debris,

but without blocking airflow into the nozzle.
nozzle into debris.

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

NOTE

: Never bury

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Denotes parts found in

BG VACUUM

Parts Bag Assembly
(shown on page 4).

TO UPPER
HANDLE

TO UPPER
HANDLE

1818

18

1818

P AR TS DRAWING

BG1002, BG1002SP

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PARTS

LIST

Description

Item

No.

1 B A G (S E RV ICE S TRAP A S S Y N O . 900606) (SER VICE ZIP P E R NO . 900478) 800730 1 800730 1
2 E LB OW A S S’Y (IN CLUDE S ITEM 5, 9, 17) *810139 1 810139 1
3 W ASHER, LOCK SPRING 1/4 MED --*81770101
4 W AS H ER , LOC K SP R ING 5/16 M E D --*81770115
5 NUT, LOCK 5/16-18 *8160002 20 *8160002 33
6 HUB CAP 900486 2 900486 2
7 W HE E L (PNE UM A TIC PA RT NO . 400295) 400295 2 800994 2
8 W ASHER, FLAT 5/16 *8171003 4 *8171003 4

9 S CR EW , CA P 5/16-18 X 3/4 *8041026 4 *8041026 8
10 FRAME 811045 1 811046 1
11 KNO B, HA ND 850154 2 850154 2
12 S CRE W , M A CHINE #10 - 24 X 2 *8059143 2 *8059143 2
13 NU T, LOCK CA S TER 800227 2 800227 2
14 W ASHER, 3/4 PLASTIC 800109 2 800109 2
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16 W A S HE R, F LA T CU T 1//4 (5/16 X 3 /4 X 1/16 ) *8171002 2 *8171002 11
17 W ASHER , 5/16 SAE *8172008 18 *8172008 18
18 NU T, LOCK 1/4-20 *8160001 14 *81600 01 16
19 NU T, REG ULA R 1/4 -20 *8142001 2 *8142001 2
20 S CRE W , CA P 1/4-28 X 1/2 - - 85 0408 1
21 S CRE W , CA P 1/4 - 20 NC x 1 3/4 *8041009 3 *8041009 3
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23 NO ZZLE A S S’Y (IN CLUDE S ITEM ES 97, 26, 95, 25, 24, 18) 800931 1 800931 1
24 LA TCH S P RING 800311 1 800311 1
25 S CRE W , CA P 1/4 - 20 X 3/4 *8041004 2 *8041004 2
26 CA P 800183 1 800183 1
27 S CRE W CA P 7/16 - 20 X 1-1/4 G R 5 (TORQ UE 60 FT - LBS )(81.4N.m) 800554 1 800554 1
28 W AS H ER LOC K 7/16 TW ISTED TOO OTH 850132 1 850132 1
29 K E Y 1 /4 SQ X 2.25 ” 9201123 1 9201123 1
30 PARTS & LIT. BAG 800757 1 810166 1

(INCL. I 17(14), 5(10), 40(6), 93(3 push, 5 SP), 43(1), 54( 3), 49(1), 9(4) , 18(7 push, 8 SP), 19(2), 21(3), [SP only 45(1)]

31 IMPELLER ASSSEM BLY (INCLUDES ITEMS 27, 28, 29, 32 800988 1 800090 1
33 COTTER PIN 1/8 X 1 850230 2 850230 2
34 SCR EW CAP 3/8-16 X 3/4 --*80410482
35 W AS HE R LO CK 3/8 --*81770124
36 GUARD BELT GUIDE - - 811053 1
37 GRIP HANDLE 400570 2 400570 2
38 W AS H ER LOC K 1/4 EXT *8181007 1 *8181007 3
39 S CRE W S M 1/4 x 3/8 H E X *8122082 1 *8122082 3
40 S CRE W CA P 5/16-18 X 2 *8041032 2 *8041031 2
41 E N G IN E B R IG G S 1 0 H P IN T E K IC 430352 1 430352 1
42
43
44 LA B EL DRIVE - - 810207 1
45 EYE BOLT - CLUTCH LEVER - - 800312 1
46 K E Y H I PRO 3/16 X 3/4 - - 850234 1
47 HA ND LE TOP A SS ’Y (INCL UDE S ITEMS 49(2), 50(2), 18(2)) 810134 1 810134 1
48 S CRE W S ELF TAP 5/16 X 3/4 HE X - - 8123128 1
49 SCR EW CAP 1/4-20 X 1 - 1/2 *8041008 3 *8041008 3
50 BAG LOOP 800178 3 800178 3
51 LABEL OIL CHAIN - - 830502 1
52 THRO TTLE CO NTRO L A SS ’Y (INC LUDE S ITEMS 18, 21, 93) 900514-00 1 900514-00 1
53 W HE E L PR OTE CTOR 800169 2 800169 2
54 SCREW CAP 1/4-20 X 1 *8041006 6 *8041006 7
55 BA R LINK UPP E R 811061 1 811061 1
56 DOOR NOZZLE FRICTION AS SY 830288 1 83 0288 1
57 SPACER 850198 2 850198 2
58 G RIP 850190 1 850190 1
59 LINK 810987 1 810987 1
60 LO W ER H A NDLE S E CTION L.H. A S S’Y (INC LUDE S ITEM 92) 800933 1 800933 1
61 LOW E R HA NDLE S ECTION R. H. ASS’Y (INCLUDE S ITE M 92) 800943 1 800943 1
62 DIFFERENTIAL WITH SPROCKET (DRIVE SPROCKET ONLY) - - 800996 1
63 K E Y 3 /16 SQ X 1 - 3/4 LG. - - 9201084 2
64 SPACER - - 800421 1
65 W AS HE R 3/4 S AE *8172015 4 *8172015 6
66 BEARING PILLOW BLOCK - - 800557 2
67 S CRE W CA P 5/16-18 X 1 --*80410288
68 W AS H ER 3/4 (0.765 X 1.25 X 0.06) - - 850238 2
69 B E LT DRIVE - - 800250 1
70 PULLEY W ITH SET SCREW - - 800251 1
71 SPACER ENGINE INTEK 80 0965 1 430353 1
72 W AS H ER 3/8 W ITH H OLE - - 800889 1
73 BAR BRACKET IDLER - - 810159 1
74 W A S HE R FE N DE R 1/ 4 (9/32 I.D. X 1 - 1/4 O.D. X 3/64) - - *8 172019 2
75 P ULLE Y IDLER - - 80026 0 1
76 B O LT IDLE R - - 800888 1
77 NU T 3/8-16 REG ULA R - - *8142003 2
78 B A R IDLER - - 800261 1
79 S P RING - - 80024 2 1
80 W ASHER HUB CAP - - 850237 2
81 IDLER A SS ’Y , (INC LUDE S 18 (1), 35 (1), 54(1), 73 TH RU 78) - - 81021 1 1
82 PLATE ADAPTER - - 810157 1
83 W H E E L A S S ’ Y , B G S P in c lu d es 6 (1 ), 7 (1 ), 6 5 (1), 6 8 (1 ), 80 (1 ), 6 3 (1) ) 80 0 13 7 -S 1 8 0 09 9 5 2
84 TRANSMISSION REV FWD. - - 810206 1

BG1002

Part No.

Qty.

BG1002SP

Part No.

Qty.

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Parts List
continued from

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page 11.

Item

No.

85 BRACKET ANGLE SHIFT - - 810158 1
86 CABLE CLUTCH ASS’Y BG - - 810160 1
87 GUARD CHAIN W/LABELS (INLUDES ITEM 51) - - 811041 1
88 ROD BAIL ASS’Y - - 900970 1
89 GRIP --8008851
90 ROD LEVER SHIFT ASS’Y (INCLUDES ITEM 89) - - 810162 1
91
92 CA P ENDS 80 0392 2 800392 2
93 TY W RA P 900407 3 900407 5
94 CHA IN DRIVE B G - - 81015 6 1
95 HANDLE BRACE LH 800821 1 800821 1
96 CASTER DUAL ASSY (INCLUDES (1) OF EACH 11, 12, 13, 14) 800682 2 800682 2
97

PROTECTOR WHEEL A SS’Y ( INCLUDES ONE E ACH OF 21, 19, 18, 53)

98 LABEL DO NOT FILL WHILE ENGINE IS HOT 400268 1 400268 1

99 HANDLE BRACE RH 800822 1 800822 1
100 LABEL DANGER KEEPS HANDS & FEET AWAY 400424 1 400424 1
101 LABEL CAUTION 830138 2 830138 2
102 LABEL FLYING MATERIAL 810736 1 810736 1
103 LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING 890254 2 890254 2
104 LABEL WARNING GUARDS - - 900327 1
105 LABEL CLUTCH - - 830503 1
106 LABEL READ 890301 1 890301 1
107 GUARD PULLEY BG80 - - 811037 1
108 GUARD B E LT BG80 - - 80002 1 1
109 SCREW SELF TAP 1/4 - 14 X 3/4 - - 900505 2
110 NUT JAM 1/4-20 *8143001 1 *8143001 1
111 BA LL 1/4 850194 1 85 0194 1
112 WA S HE R B E LLV ILLE 1/ 4 850207 2 85 0207 2
113 PLA TE Q UA D LIFT 850192 1 85 0192 1
114 PLA TE F RICTION LIFT 850191 1 85 0191 1
115 BAR LEVER DOOR 850189 1 850189 1
116 PLA TE CLAMP LIFT 850193 1 85019 3 1

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PARTS

LIST

Description

BG1002
Part No.

800347 2 800347 2

Qty.

BG1002SP

Part No.

Qty.

* Denotes standard hardware
item that may be purchased
locally.

Denotes parts found in
parts bag assembly.

1616

16

1616

16.616.6

16.6

16.616.6

OPERATION continued

PROPULSION self propelled only

PROPULSION: BG self-propelled vacuums are equipped

with 1 forward gear, neutral and reverse. With the engine
running, the bail in released position and brake in on
position, select desired drive gear. Lift bail against handle to
engage drive (see figure 1 & 2). Smoothly engage the bail.
Use good judgement when operating the self-propelled
drive.

Using neutral, on level terrain is advisable when maneuver­ing in tight areas. This increases operator control, and can
prevent bumping into nearby objects.
Do not force-shift gears of transmission. To assist gear
meshing, it may be necessary to partially engage bail while
shifting.
To stop machine, release operator's bail.

For reverse - Set Throttle to Idle.

With operator's bail released, pull shift lever reverse
position. Then smoothly lift operator's bail against handle.
Release bail to stop (see figure 2).

Bail

RELEASE TO DISENGAGE CLUTCH

PULL TO ENGAGE CLUTCH

830503

Bail Up
Engages
Drive

Bail Down
Disengages
Drive

Handle

REV FWD

Drive gear

N

selection

Fig. 2

16.416.4

16.4

16.416.4

Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the
handle and front of nozzle. Secure in place during transport.

16.516.5

16.5

16.516.5

lated 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.

If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, prepare as
follows:

gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits
from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction
of engine. Drain fuel outdoors, into an approved container,
away from open flame. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and
engine runs out of gasoline.

NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as Sta-Bil) is an acceptable
alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits
during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or
storage container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer
container. Run engine at least 10 min. after adding stabilizer to
allow it to reach the carburetor.

HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:

STORAGE

Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly venti-

Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke. Remove all

810207

Part No. 800012 Form No. F021402A

Fig. 1

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Do not store with debris in bag.

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17

1717

MAINTENANCE

Use only a qualified mechanic for
any adjustments, disassembly or
any kind of repair .

WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS
TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING
PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.

DISCONNECT SP ARK PLUG WIRE
BEFORE SERVICING UNIT .

ENGINE: See engine manufacturer
operator's instructions.

DEBRIS BA G: See page 5.

RECONNECT SP ARK PLUG WIRE,
GUARDS, BA G, CAPS AND / OR
HOSE BEFORE ST ARTING ENGINE.

16.

(Self propelled models only)

slide belt into drive pulley and adjust guard belt guide as shown
on page 11 (see fig. 3 & 4).

17. Reattach nozzle and both caster brackets in reverse order
of removal.

(Self propelled models only)

18.

ensure that it operates properly . If not, see drive adjust
ments on page 11).

Note: Drive must completely disengage

When impeller is installed,

Check operator's bail to

with bail released and must engage when bail is depressed
within 1.0" (25.4mm) of the operator's handle..

19. Reconnect spark plug wire.

17.217.2

17.2

17.217.2

Maintenance Schedule

More frequent service is required for extremely dusty conditions.

Maintenance Operation

Engine (See Engine Manual)

Check for excessive vibration

Clean Debris Bag

Every

Use

Follow these hourly
maintenance intervals.

Every 5 hrs

or (Daily)

Every 25

hours

Every 50

hours

17.117.1

17.1

17.117.1

1. Disconnect spark plug wire.

2. Disconnect remote control rod from nozzle gobbler door.

3. Elevate front of machine using stable support blocks

4. Remove nozzle and caster wheel brackets from the

5.

6.

7. Remove impeller bolt and lock w asher.

8. If impeller slides off freely, proceed to (step 11).

9. If impeller does not slide off crankshaft, place two crowbars

IMPELLER REMOV AL

between housing and ground so that front caster wheels
are not touching ground.

housing

(Self propelled models only)

located on front face of engine on left side of unit between
housing and engine.

(Self propelled models only)

of belt groove in impeller hub driv e pulley .

(Do not drop impeller).
between impeller and housing on opposite sides. Pry impeller

away from engine until it loosens.

Loosen wire belt guide

Slide belt toward engine, out

Using a penetrating oil can

help loosen a stuck impeller.

10. If the impeller cannot be loosened, obtain a 1” (25.4mm) longer
bolt of the same diameter and thread type as the impeller bolt.
Invert engine and impeller and support engine above ground to
prevent recoil damage . Thread longer bolt by hand into the
crankshaft until bolt bottoms. Using a suitable gear or wheel
puller against the bolt head and the impeller back-plate (near the

blades), remove impeller from shaft.

11. Remove engine base mounting bolts, and nuts.

12. Slide engine shaft out of impeller.

13. When impeller is free of the engine shaft, align impeller with

opening, and diagonally lift impeller out of housing.

14. Using a new impeller bolt and lockwasher , reinstall new impeller

in reverse order order of removal.

15. Tighten impeller bolt (see item 27 of parts list on page 8 for

proper torque specifications.

Check bag strap tightness
Inspect for loose parts

Inspect for damaged parts
Check tire pressure
Oil control pivot points

Lubricate Drive Chain
Check belt adjustment
Grease wheel zerks

(SP only)

ENGINE

When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine
owner's manual. All engine warranty is covered by the specific
engine manufacturer. If your engine requires warranty or other
repair work contact your local servicing engine dealer. When
contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to have your
engine model number available for reference. If you can not
locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the
manufacturers national service organization.

To reach:

Briggs & Stratton: 800-233-3723
American Honda: 800-426-7701

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MAINTENANCE continued

Inspect machine for loose bolts before starting engine.
Maximum Vacuum: See Maximum Vacuum found in

Operation section on page 5. The debris Bag can be washed.

Lubrication: Using S.A.E. 30 weight oil or
equivalent. See maintenance schedule.

Chain: See DRIVE section below.
Lower Control Ends: Oil moving parts, such as

bail, and height control.

Grease: Wheels, Casters, and Rear Axle Bearings.
Tire air pressure: SP units only. Check at regular inter vals &
maintain. Rear SP tires at 24 psi. (17 kPa).

17.3

Chains and Belts are normal replaceable wear items. A new
chain should not be used on worn sprockets. Sprockets
should be replaced when replacing chains.

DRIVE

SP MODELS ONLY

BELT ADJUSTMENT

As V-belt wears, adjustments may be required. Adjust belt by
tightening or by loosening clutch cable nut as required. See
figure 3 & 4. When replacing belt, see impeller removal on
page 10. See parts list for impeller bolt torque specifications.

DO NOT O VER ADJUST.

CHAIN LUBRICATION

With machine not running, oil chain using general S.A.E. 30
weight oil every 25 hours or as needed. Note: Be sure that
entire length of chain is properly oiled. Oiling only a few
positions in the chain rotation will not properly oil the chain.

CHAIN ADJUSTMENTS

1. Remove chain guard

2. Inspect chains and sprockets for wear, lubrication and
tension. Replace if badly worn or damaged.

CHAIN TENSION AND ALIGNMENT

3. Install new chain, locating keeper clip of chain connecting
link on inboard side of chain.

4. Reinstall bearing onto axle and assemble bearing
mounting screws. Leave screws only partially tightened.

5. Push bearings outward against each rear wheel, fully
spreading wheels to both ends of axle.

6. With bearings pressed fully outward against wheels,
keeping axle square with engine base, align and tension
chain, and slightly tighten front bearing screws first. Then
slightly tighten rear bearings. (Note: Tightening front of
bearings first, helps keep chain tight.)

7. Recheck chain alignment, tension and axle squareness. If
ok, fully tighten front and then rear bearing screws. Repeat
adjustment steps if necessary.

8. Check chain tension and roll wheels to be sure there are no
excessively tight areas in the chain. Readjust if necessary.

A slightly loose chain is better than an over tightened one.

9. Reinstall chain guard.

10. Reinstall spark plug wire.

Clutch
Cable Nut

70

Clutch
Cable
Adjustment

Up to
tighten belt

Down to
loosen belt

75

Neutral Position

Fig. 3

36

Belt

75

Engaged Drive Position: Belt guides should clear
belt by 0.06" - 0.125" (1.5mm - 3.3mm)

Fig. 4

Pulley
Turns
Freely

0.06 (1.5mm)

0.125 (3.3mm)

0.06 (1.5mm)

0.125 (3.3mm)

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Reference: Label CA UTION

Part No. 830138

CAUTION

READ OWNER'S MANUAL

USE PROTECTION

BEFORE OPERATING, MAKE SURE:

EXHAUST ELBOW IS ATTACHED.
EXHAUST IS DISCHARGING INTO

ENCLOSED CONTAINER.
HOSE IS ATTACHED.
ALL GUARDS ARE ATTACHED.
OPERATING INSTRUCTION IS OBTAINED.

STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.

KEEP ENGINE CLEAN OF DEBRIS.

INSPECT MACHINE BEFORE EACH USE AND REPLACE ANY
WORN AND DAMAGED PARTS.

PROPERLY SECURE EQUIPMENT BEFORE TRANSPORTING.

NEVER SERVICE UNIT WITHOUT DISCONNECTING SPARK PLUG WIRE.

USE ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC TO SERVICE THIS MACHINE.

ABRASIVE DEBRIS WILL SHORTEN UNIT LIFE.

830138

2020

20

2020

TROUBLESHOOTING

Proble m Possible Cause

Will not vacuum or has poor
vacuum performance.

Abnormal vibration.

Engine will not start.

No self-propelling

Self propelled drive will not
release

Noisy or broken chain

Engine is locked, will not
pull over.

22.122.1

22.1

22.122.1

Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's autho-

Engine Service and Warranty

Dirty debris bag. Nozzle height set too high or too low. Hose kit cap
missing. Clogged nozzle or exhaust. Excessive quantity of debris.

Loose or out of balance impeller or loose engine.

Throttle in off position. Out of gasoline. Bad or old gasoline.
Spark Plug wire disconnected. Dirty air cleaner.

Transmission not in gear. Operator's bail not engaging belt or out of
adjustment. Worn out or broken belt. Broken or mispositioned belt.

Sticking belt idler arm. Belt fingers out of adjustment, bent or broken.

No chain lubrication. Chain out of alignment or over tensioned.

Debris locked inside impeller. Engine problem.

rized servicing dealer.

R

Serial Plate

2121

21

2121

118 dB

Purchase
Date

ecord your machine model, serial number

and date-of-purchase and where purchased

R

1803 S. Jefferson P.O. Box 308
Lee's Summit, MO 64063 / USA
[phone] [phone]

Model

Unit (weight)

lbs

kg

Purchased
from

Serial No.

Engine Power

h p

Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions

Clean debris bag. Shake bag clean or wash. Adjust nozzle height.
Check for hose kit cap. Unclog nozzle or exhaust (see page 5).
Allow air to feed with debris.

Check impeller and replace if required. Check Engine.
Check stop switches, throttle, and gasoline. Connect spark plug wire.

Clean or replace air cleaner. Or contact a qualified service person.
Check transmission gear selection. Check clutch cable

adjustment and belt and chain (See page 11).
Check idler. Idler arm mounting screw may be too tight or too

loose. Check wire belt guide adjustment. Replace if broken. (see
fig. 3 & 4 adjustment on page 11).

See Chain Adjustments on page 11.

See page 5, Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine problems.

WARRANTY PROCEDURE

2222

22

2222

Please fill in the WARRANTY CARD and send the upper part to Billy Goat.
The WARRANTY terms are stated on the lower part which remains with the
user. Whenever a Billy Goat Machine is faulty due to a defect in material
and / or workmanship, the owner should make a warranty claim as follows:

The Machine should be taken to the dealer from whom it was
purchased or to an authorized Billy Goat dealer.

The owner should present the remaining half of the Warranty
Registration Card, or, if this is not available, the invoice or receipt.

The Warranty Claim will be filled in by the authorized Billy Goat Dealer,
who will send it with the faulty part to Billy Goat headquarters.

The Quality / Service department at Billy Goat headquarters will study
the claim and parts and will notify their conclusions.

The decision by the Quality / Service department at Billy Goat
headquarters to approve or reject a Warranty claim is final and

binding.

kw

Note:

To process a Warranty Claim, it is necessary to quote the Model

& Serial number who are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate.

BILL Y GO AT INDUSTRIES INC.

1803 S.W . JEFFERSON STREET; LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082-2312 / USA
PHONE: [phone] F AX: 816-524-6983 www.billygoat.com

Solution

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