Billy Goat F012507A User Manual

MV650H PUSH Vacuum Owner’s Manual

BILLY GOAT ® MV650H PUSH Vacuum

Owner’s Manual

Accessories

Caster Kit Hose Kit Bag Liner Kit Felt Bag Kit

Use on hard surface
for maneuverability.

P/N 840129 P/N 840116 P/N 840134 P/N 840194

For vacuuming hard
to reach areas.

To collect leaves,
thatch, and grass.

Use on all dusty
conditions.

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MV650H PUSH Vacuum Owner’s Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT

manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and
maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your MV Vacuum in top running order. Read this manual
carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.

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MV Vacuum. Your new machine has been carefully designed and

CONTENTS

Serial Plate Data ............................................................................................................................................... 3

Specifications .................................................................................................................................................... 3

Common Replacement Parts ............................................................................................................................ 3

General Safety Instructions and Symbols ......................................................................................................... 4-5

Sound Data ....................................................................................................................................................... 6

Vibration Data .................................................................................................................................................... 6

Intended Use ..................................................................................................................................................... 6

Instruction Labels .............................................................................................................................................. 7

Engine Labels .................................................................................................................................................... 7

Assembly Instructions ....................................................................................................................................... 8-11

Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 12

Operator Controls ....................................................................................................................................... 13

Starting ........................................................................................................................................................ 13

Height/Nozzle Door Adjustment .................................................................................................................. 14-16

Handling and Transporting ................................................................................................................................ 17

Storage .............................................................................................................................................................. 17

Maintenance ...................................................................................................................................................... 18

Periodic Maintenance ................................................................................................................................. 18

Impeller Removal......................................................................................................................................... 18

Wiring Diagrams .......................................................................................................................................... 19

Troubleshooting ................................................................................................................................................. 19

Engine Maintenance and Repair ....................................................................................................................... 20

Warranty Claim Procedure ................................................................................................................................ 20

Maintenance Record ......................................................................................................................................... 21

Illustrated Parts List ........................................................................................................................................... 22-28

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SERIAL PLATE DATA

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

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

MV 650 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS

MV650

Engine Type Honda GSV190AA1A

Horsepower 6.5 (4.85 kW)

Fuel Capacity 1.6 qt (1.5 L)

Oil Capacity 0.69 qt (0.65L)

Engine Weight 28 lbs (12.7 kg)

Unit Weight 157 lbs (71.2 kg)

Shipping Weight 180 lbs (81.7 kg)

Overall Dimensions 28” Wide x 62.5” Long x 45.5” High

Maximum Operating Slope 20°

In accordance with 2000/14/EEC
standards

Sound at Operators ear 83 dB(a) at 3320 rpm

103 dB(a) at 3320 rpm

COMMON REPLACEMENT PARTS

• Bag. P/N 840189. Original equipment replacement bag.

• Skid. P/N 840041. Nozzle wear guard skid.

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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 ®
MV Vacuum.

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.

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

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 keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts.

ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers.

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SOUND DATA

SOUND LEVEL 103 Dba at Operator Position

Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, as well as ISO 11094, and were performed on 5­17-2005 under the conditions listed below.

Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model covered in this manual. Please refer to
serial plate on the unit for the sound power level for your model.

General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 66.2
Wind Speed: 8.5 mph (13.7kph)
Wind Direction: South Southwest
Humidity: 59%
Barometric Pressure: 29.9” Hg (101.35kPa

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F (19oC)

)

VIBRATION DATA

VIBRATION LEVEL 1.43g(14.00m/s2)

Vibration levels at the operator’s handles were measured in the vertical, lateral and longitudinal directions using
calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on 5-24-2006 under the conditions listed below.

General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 73.7
Wind Speed: 8.05 mph (3.6m/s)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 83.5%
Barometric Pressure: 29.91” Hg (101.31 kPa)

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F (23.2oC)

INTENDED USE

Your BILLY GOAT ® MV Vacuum is designed for vacuuming leaves, grass clippings, and other types of organic
litter, as well as, debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand; however, vacuuming cans, bottles
and sand will affect the longevity of your machine.
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating the 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

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objects. Note: See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble shooting section on page

25).

INSTRUCTION LABELS

The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT
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.

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MV Vacuum. If any labels are damaged or

PN 400268

(See Figure 3 Item 55)

PN 890254

(See Figure 4 Item 162)

PN 400424

(See Figure 1 Item 11)

PN 840080

(See Figure 4 Item 175)

PN 810736

(See Figure 4 Item 174)

ENGINE LABELS CONTROLS

PN 840054

(See Figure 1 Item 34)

PN 890301

(See Figure 4 Item 163)

PN 840045
(See Figure 3 Item 57)

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MV Vacuum Assembly Drawing

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PARTS LIST

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