HW Owner’s Manual
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BILLY GOAT HIGH WHEEL MOWER
Owner's Manual
HW651SP & HW651HSP
Accessories
Grass Catcher Kit
Easily convert your
mower to bag grass
and leaves.
P/N 510223
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT
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.
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High Wheel Mower. Your new machine has been carefully designed
CONTENTS
SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3
GENERAL SAFETY 4
SOUND AND VIBRATION 6
INSTRUCTION LABELS 7
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 8
OPERATION 9-10
MAINTENANCE 11-12
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 13
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 14-15
MAINTENANCE RECORD 16
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SERIAL PLATE DATA
HW Owner’s Manual
Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Specifications
HW651SP HW651HSP
Engine: HP 6.0 (4.5 kW) 6.5 (4.85 kW)
Engine: Model FJ180V GSV190
Engine: Type Kawasaki OHV HONDA OHV
Engine: Fuel Capacity 2.1 qt (2.0 L) 1.6 qt (1.5 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.69 qt (0.65L)
Total Unit Weight: 156# (70.8 kg) 156# (70.8 kg)
Max. operating slope 15o 15o
Overall length 62”(1.57m) 62”(1.57m)
Overall width 32”(0.81m) 32”(0.81m)
Overall height 43”(1.09m) 43”(1.09m)
Lwa at operator position 100.48dBa 100.48dBa
Lpa at operator position 80.48dBa 80.48dBa
Vibration at operator position 2.57g 2.57g
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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 ®
HW Mower.
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
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DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.
DO NOT pull mower backwards unless absolutely necessary
DO NOT operate the mower while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DO NOT operate mower in wet grass. Always be sure of your footing; keep a firm hold on the handle and walk; never run.
DO NOT mow on wet grass. Reduced footing could cause slipping.
DO NOT mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The operator could lose footing or balance
DO NOT mow excessively steep slopes.
DO NOT change the engine governor setting or overspeed the engine.
ALWAYS Stop the blade(s) when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
ALWAYS Shut the engine (motor) off and wait until the blade comes to complete stop before removing grass catcher.
ALWAYS Mow only in daylight or good artificial light.
ALWAYS Disengage the self-propelled mechanism or drive clutch on mowers so equipped before starting the engine.
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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