BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL &
ENGINE MANUAL.”
THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY
DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State
WARNING!
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 injury.
4. DO examine muffler periodically to be
sure it is functioning effectively. A worn 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
PARTS BAG & CONTROLS
LABELS
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
PARTS DRAWING & LIST
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY
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Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC and
were performed on 05/28/2002 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.
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3
3
4
4
Sound level of 105 dBA at operator position
121 dB
(HTR1602VN MODEL)
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:30.18" Hg (767mm Hg)
Part No. 811202 Form No. F072402A
SOUND
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERATURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
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Sunny
45° F (7.2° C)
5 MPH (8.1 kmh)
South West
60 %
Vibration levels at the operators handles were
measured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal
directions using calibrated vibration test equipment.
Tests were performed on
conditions listed:
GENERAL CONDITION:
VIBRA TION
VIBRATION LEVEL 0.02g
07/14/94 under the
TEMPERATURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC
PRESSURE:
78° F (23.8° C)
16 MPH (25.7 kmh)
30.10" Hg (765mm Hg)
Sunny
South East
62 %
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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 hose and exhaust elbow
connected firmly in place to housing and exhaust outlet.
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ASSEMBLY
Read all safety and operating instructions
before assembling or starting this unit.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton and is
completely assembled except for the exhaust elbow, exhaust flapper,
nozzle, handle loop for nozzle, hose booms, hose bands, hose coupler,
hose clamps and related hardware.
1. ASSEMBLE exhaust elbow (item 10), to main unit and firmly tighten
knobs (item 13), that are preassembled to main unit.
2. ASSEMBLE flapper (item 8), to exhaust elbow (item 10), using
carriage bolt (item 9), knob (item 7), washers (item 6) and lock washers
(item 11).
3. SECURELY ATTACH unit to tailgate of a truck or to a trailer, so that
the exhaust discharges into an enclosed container.
4. ATTACH hose to hose coupler (item 59), using hose clamp (item 60)
NOTE: This unit is equipped with a unidirectional hose. Assemble hose
so that interior hose material seams face toward unit.
·DO NOT operate without discharging exhaust into enclosed
container.
·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.
·DO NOT remove hose until engine has been turned off and has
come to a complete stop.
·DO NOT operate machine with hose or exhaust elbow 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.
5. ASSEMBLE hose to housing of main unit and securely tighten knob
(item 13), that is preassembled to housing front plate.
6. ASSEMBLE handle loop nozzle (item 82), to nozzle handle using
screw cap (item 80), washer (item 6) and lock nut (item 5). Adjust
handle loop to desired height and angle and securely tighten in place.
7. ASSEMBLE nozzle handle (item 78), to nozzle (item 77), using
screws (item 80), washers (item 79), washers (item 4) and lock nuts
(item 5).
8. ATTACH assembled nozzle to hose using hose clamp (item 60).
Before tightening hose clamp, position nozzle handle upward when hose
is stretched to prevent twisting load on hose assembly during operation.
9. ASSEMBLE tube square boom (item 51), to boom pivot (item 50),
using chain loop assembly (item 54), washers (item 4) and lock nut
(item 52).
10. ASSEMBLE remaining chain loop assembly (item 54), to end of tube
square boom (item 51) using washer (item 4) and lock nut (item 52).
11. SLIDE boom assembly into square tube on front of housing.
12. ASSEMBLE hose bands (item 56) around hose and onto chain loop
assemblies on boom assembly using screws (item 55) and lock nuts
(item 52) (see ADJUSTING HOSE BOOM on page 5).
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PACKING CHECKLIST
TR MODELS
Briggs & Stratton 11 HP
Honda 13 HP
HTR MODELS
Briggs & Stratton
Vanguard-Twin 16 HP
Per Model
Hose 8"x 12.5' TR
P/N 810523
Hose 10"x 12.5' HTR
P/N 810705
Handle Loop Nozzle
P/N 811019
Parts Bag &
Literature Assy
P/N 811065
Parts Bag
& Literature
Assy
Engine
Manual Per
Model
These items should be included in
your carton. If any of these parts are
missing, contact your dealer.
Briggs Vanguard Units
have an engine mounted
throttle control.
Engine
Stop
Switch
Start
position
Stop
position
position
START
STOP
Stop
position
SLOW FAST
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INSTRUCTION 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..
Label Danger Keep Hands
and Feet Away
Item 3 Part No.400424
Label Ear Eye Breathing
Item No. 48 Part No. 890254
WARNING
EXPLOSIVE FUEL
STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.
Label Do Not Fill While Engine Is Hot
Item 81 Part No.400268
Clean debris from all engine surfaces
regularly to prevent engine overheating,
premature failure, or fire.
DANGER
Label Danger Flying Material
Item No. 19 Part No. 810736
890254
400268
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.
Label Warning Engine Overheat
Item 49 Part No.811215
810736
Label Read Owner's Manual
Item 15 Part No.830301
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.
ABRASIVE DEBRIS WILL SHORTEN UNIT LIFE.
Label Caution
Item 47 Part No.830138
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ENGINE LABELS
Briggs & Stratton Vanguard
STOP
RUN
Honda
830138
H O N DA M O TO R C O ., LT D. M A D E IN JA PA N
Briggs & Stratton
ON
OFF
RUNCHOKE
THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH
LOW OIL SENSOR, IF ENGINE WILL
NOT START, CHECK OIL LEVEL
RUN
CHOKE
ENGINE MAINTENANCE
1. CHECK OIL LEVEL
2. CHECK & CLEAN AIR CLEANER
3. CHANGE OIL
4. REPLACE OIL FILTER
5. CLEAN COOLING FINS
See Operating and Maintenance Instructions
OIL ALERT
WHEN OIL LEVEL LOW,
ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.
FUEL SHUTOFFFUEL SHUTOFF
OFF
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.
ON
8 HOURS
25 HOURS
50 HOURS
100 HOURS
100 HOURS
Part No. 811202 Form No. F072402A
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