GZ Owner’s Manual
BILLY GOAT GRAZER
Owner's Manual
GZ401H & GZ451S
Accessories
Part No 610428 Form No F022508A
8" HEAVY DUTY
REPLACEMENT
BRUSH
OEM quality
replacement wire
brush.
P/N 600172
DRIVE BELT
Original
Equipment Belt
for replacement.
P/N 610420
ENGINE
PULLEY
Original
Equipment
Pulley
for replacement.
P/N 610417
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BRUSH DRIVE
PULLEY
Original
Equipment
Pulley
for replacement.
P/N 610403
GZ 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 machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully
before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.
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Grazer. Your new machine has been carefully designed and
CONTENTS
SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3
GENERAL SAFETY 4 -5
INSTRUCTION LABELS 6
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 7
OPERATION 8-9
MAINTENANCE 10
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 11
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 12-13
MAINTENANCE RECORD 14
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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
GZ401H GZ451S
Engine: HP 4.0 (2.98 kW) 4.5 (3.36 kW)
Engine: Model GX120T1QA2 EX130D50031
Engine: Type HONDA OHV SUBARU OHV
Engine: Fuel Capacity 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) 3.0 qt (2.9 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.63 qt. (0.6 L)
Total Unit Weight: 84# (38.1 Kg) 85# (38.5 kg)
Max. operating slope 20o 20o
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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 ®
Grazor.
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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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.
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 brush excessively steep slopes.
DO NOT change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
ALWAYS Stop the brush when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
ALWAYS Shut the engine (motor) oft and wait until the brush 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.
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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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