Billy Goat PL18 Owner's Manual
TINE REPLACEMENT
Replacement tip for aerating
tines.
P/N 381057
TINE BUSHING REPLACEMENTS
Replacement bushings for the tines
P/N 380213
PL18 Owner’s Manual
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
AERATOR Owner's Manual
PL1800H and PL1800V
U.S. PATENT #6892821
Beginning Serial #: 102115001
Replacement Parts
Original Instructions
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SPECIFICATIONS 3
INTENDED USE 4
INSTRUCTION LABELS 5
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 6
OPERATION 7
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLE SHOOTING 8
WARRANTY INFORMATION 9
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LIST 10-11
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY 12-14
CONTENTS
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Engine: cc
205cc
118cc
Engine:
B&S 5.5hp Intek
w/Gearbox
HONDA GX120
W. gearbox
Engine: Fuel Capacity
3.0 qt. (2.84 L)
2.1 qt. (2 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity
0.66 qt. (0.62 L)
0.59 qt. (0.56 L)
Total Unit Weight:
244# (111 Kg)
240# (109 Kg)
Length
57” (1.45m)
57” (1.45m)
Width
24”(.61m)
24”(.61m)
Height
40” (1m)
40” (1m)
Max. operating slope
15o
15o
Sound test in
accordance with
2000/14/EC
102.56
102.56
Sound at operators
ear
82.56
82.56
Vibration at operator
position
.6g (6.28m/s2)
.6g (6.28m/s2)
102
SPECIFICATIONS
PL1800V PL1800H
SOUND
SOUND LEVEL 82 dB(a) at Operators Position
Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, and were performed on 9/26/14 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: 66oF (18.9oC)
Wind Speed: 8 mph (12.8 kph)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 78%
Barometric Pressure: 30 Hg (101.59 kpa)
VIBRATION DATA
VIBRATION LEVEL .6g (6.28 m/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 9/26/14 under the conditions listed below.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 66oF (18.9oC)
Wind Speed: 8 mph (14.5 kph)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 78%
Barometric Pressure: 30Hg (101.6 kpa)
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INTENDED USE
AERATOR
This machine is designed for aerating established lawns and large grass covered areas. The machine should not be used for
any other purpose than that stated above.
DO NOT OPERATE IF EXCESSIVE VIBRATION OCCURS! If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine
off immediately and check for damaged or worn reel, loose reel bearing, loose engine or lodged debris. To remove debris from
the machine, see the machine specific trouble shooting section. Note: See parts list for proper bolt torque specifications.
HANDLING & TRANSPORTING
Always use two or more people to lift these machines. Lift holding on either side of the machine, using the handles and the
frame. Secure in place during transportation. See specifications for unit weight.
For safety use gloves when lifting.
Never lift any machine while the engine is running.
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HONDA
Honda
Fuel valve
Throttle
Choke
Briggs
Set lever to choke when starting cold
Set lever to desired engine speed.
Move lever completely to the left to
stop engine
INSTRUCTION LABELS
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT® Aerator. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them
before operating this equipment. Part numbers from the Illustrated Parts List are provided for convenience in ordering
replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the part numbers shown.
LABEL PL INSTRUCTIONS LABEL PINCH POINT LABEL PULL TO ENGAGE
P/N 100354 P/N 100355 P/N 100356
LABEL WARNING GUARD LABEL DANGER LABEL FORWARD TO LOWER TINES
P/N 900327 P/N 400424 P/N 100357
ENGINE LABELS
THROTTLE CONTROLS
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