Billy Goat KD511IC, KD511H, KD511HS, KD611 User Manual

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SHREDDER KIT P/N 890209.

Shreds leaves, reducing total volume.

HEAVY DUTY VACUUM HOSE KIT P/N 900998. 4"(102mm) x

7' (2.13m)

For vacuuming in hard to reach areas.

NOZZLE WEAR PLATES P/N 890413.

(STD. ON KD511HS)

Extends nozzle life when used along curbs and hard surfaces.

OPTIONAL DEBRIS BAGS

STANDARD TURF PRO DEBRIS BAG P/N 890028.

For use in leaves and grass in non-dusty conditions.

DEBRIS BAG COVER P/N 900801

Directs dust downward away from operator.

ZIPPERLESS QUICK BAG P/N 890309

For non dusty conditions that are damaging to zippers.

CASTER KIT P/N 890412

For use on hard surface

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Operator Owner's Manual

KD511IC, KD511H, KD511HS, KD611

Specifications

UNIT SIZE:

Part No. 890033 Form No. F0f022502C

OVERALL LENGTH: 62"(1.57m) OVERALL WIDTH 26.75" (0.68m) OVERALL HEIGHT 42" (1.07m)

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IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

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.

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 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

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY ASSEMBLY P AR TS BAG & CONTROLS LABELS OPERA TION MAINTENANCE P AR TS DRAWING & LIST TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY PROCEDURE

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Part No. 890033 Form No. F022502C

Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC and were performed on 2/21/2002 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 96 dBA at operator position

111 dB

(KD511H MODEL)

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE: 30.18" Hg (767mm Hg)

OPERATOR

SOUND

GENERAL CONDITION:

TEMPERAT URE:

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 05/19/95 under the conditions listed:

GENERAL CONDITION:

WIND DIRECTION:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

VIBRATION

VIBRATION LEVELS 1.5g

TEMPERAT URE:

WIND SPEED:

HUMIDITY:

30.06" Hg (764mm Hg)

Sunny 62° F (16.7° C) 5 MPH (8.0 kmh)

South

67 %

GENERAL SAFETY

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

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.

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

ASSEMBLY

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

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

Do not operate this machine without first reading

·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.

owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.

·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.

1. ASSEMBLE Lift upper handle (item 6), remove items 8, 30, & 32

from lower handle (item 27). Attach upper and lower handle as

shown, and securely tighten folding handle knobs(item 73),while

holding head of screw(item 8) firmly against upper handle.

2. UNFOLD the debris bag (item 1) and fasten bag neck to bag quick

disconnect (item 64). Attach firmly to housing exhaust (item 52) see

fig. 2.

3. ATTACH bag hanger strap to bag supports (item 11),

preassembled to upper handle.

Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton,

4. CONNECT spark plug wire.

completely assembled except for the upper handle, debris

bag, and bag quick disconnect.

890022 KD

Literature Assy

890392

Check

Connector

Quick

Disconnect

890176

Per Model

Check

Briggs & Stratton

6.0 H.P. INTEK I/C

Check

Honda

PACKING CHECKLIST

QUICK DISCONNECT

Fig. 2

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

Check

Debris Bag

Engine

Manual Per

Model

Part No. 890033 Form No. F0f022502C

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