Billy Goat SC120H User Manual

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HE POWERFUL BILLY GOAT SOD CUTTER

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PERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

ENGINE: H.P . 5.5 (4.1 KW)
ENGINE: TYPE Gasoline, HONDA GX 160 K1
ENGINE: CAPACITY 5.5 hp (4.0 kW)
ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 3.0 qt. (2.84L)
ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.66 qt. (0.6 L)
WEIGHT: UNIT 160.9 # (73 Kg)
MAX. ENGINE OPERATING SLOPE: 15°
UNIT SIZE: 30.7 in x 16.5 in x 24.0 in (0.78 m x 0.42 m x 0.61 m)

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PERATING AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

SOD CUTTER MODEL-SC120H

FOREWORD

This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e.
agricultural use, for the cutting of shoots, grass and brushwood.
Any other use other than that stated, not covered or deducible from this Manual
and the enclosed Engine Manual is "PROHIBITED".
Failure to comply with instructions in this Manual and in the Engine Manual re­leases the manufacturer from all liability, in particular for any damage resulting
from improper or incorrect use, through negligence, superficial interpretation or fla­grant disregard for the safety requirements herein.
Get your dealer to explain how to use the machine in optimum safety conditions.
Always perform the checks as prescribed herein before each work session with the
machine.
Should any information given in the following pages be unclear or not straightfor­ward please contact the manufacturer directly.

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SE OF THE MANUAL

This Manual consists of numbered pages and enclosures featured in the list of con­tents.
Before operating the machine the user must read the instructions in the Operator's
Manual carefully as well as those of the Engine Manual enclosed.
Use of the sod cutter by more than one operator (individually), means that they
must have carefully read the Operator's Manual and the Engine Manual before us-
ing it.

The aforementioned manuals form an integral part of the machine and must there­fore be kept intact and in good condition, in a known, easily accessible place for
the entire working life of the machine, even if the sod cutter is passed on to an­other owner. The purpose of these manuals is to provide the information necessary
for the safe and competent use of the product.
a greater technical working knowledge, the manufacturer may be contacted di­rectly. The Notes Section at the end of the Sod cutter Manual is for the addition of
any complementary notes.

In the instance of wear or purely for

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Contents of the SOD CUTTER Manual

1. Use of the Manual

2. Notices on the machine

3.

Technical data

4. Lifting and transportation

5. Main parts of the machine

6. Controls and adjustments

7. Assembly instructions for the handlebars and end part of the cutting height
adjustment lever

8. Safety information
a) General instructions
b) Training
c) Preparation
d) Working use
e) Service brake checking

9. Transportation of the machine

10. Description of the safety systems and guards

11. Operations to be carried out before switching on

12. Starting and driving the sod cutter

13. Cutting tips

14. Checks
A) Tire pressure
B) Cable control adjustment
C) Belt replacement and adjustment
D) Checking and replacing the blade
E) Service brake checking

15. Maintenance and storage

16. Cleaning the machine

17. Seasonal long-term storage periods

18. Decommissioning and scrapping

19. Technical assistance

20. Warranty

21. Troubleshooting

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OTICES ON THE MACHINE

In this Manual all safety information appears in special boxes headed "WARNING".

WARNING

This heading is used to draw the user's attention to hazardous areas or moving parts of

the machine. It is also used in instances where failure to comply with the instructions

given may result in injury to persons and anim a ls or damage to property.

WARNING

The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known

to the State of California to ca use cancer , bir th de fects or oth er reprodu ct ive harm.

The symbols affixed to the machine serve to warn of danger during its use and
maintenance.
It is vitally important to understand the meaning of the danger notices and all mes­sages should be kept in legible condition. In the instance of wear these notices
should be replaced and use of the machine suspended while without such notices.
The operator is advised to observe the warnings give n on the affixed notices.
The symbols affixed to the machine serving to warn of danger during its use and
maintenance are as follows:

400268 – Label Hot Engine, Qty. 1

400424 – Label Warning, Qty. 2

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370302 – Label Controls Instruction, Qty. 1

370300 – Label Instructions, Qty. 1

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ECHNICAL DATA FOR THE SOD CUTTER

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SC120H

ENGINE : Gasoline, HONDA GX 160 K1
ENGINE CAPACITY : 5.5 hp (4.0 kW)
CUTTING WIDTH : 12” (30 cm)
CUTTING HEIGHT : adjustable up to 35 mm

SPEED GEARS : 1 forward gear - 1 re verse gear
TRANSMISSION : mechanical
GEARS : in oil bath
START : recoil
HEIGHT-ADJUSTABLE HANDLEBARS
TIRES : front tires = GARDEN 3.00-4

rear tires = GARDEN 4.10/3.50-4
DIMENSIONS L x W x H (mm) : 780 x 420 x 610 mm
WEIGHT (kg) : 73
ACOUSTIC PRESSURE, measured according to

ACOUSTIC POWER, measured according to

VIBRATION LEVEL TRANSMITTED TO THE HANDLEBAR

ISO 374 : LWA 97,0 dBA

DIR.98/37/EC :86,2 dBA

( EN 1033) AW =

7,8 m/s

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Environmental condition s

Unless otherwise stated at the time of ordering it is understood that the machine is
to work normally in the environ mental conditions covered by the following points.
Environmental conditions other than those described may cause mechanical
breakage resulting in the creation of dangerous situations for persons.

A

LTITUDE

The altitude of the place in which the machine is to be used must not exceed 1500
m above sea level.
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EMPERATURE

Minimum ambient temperature: -5°C
Maximum ambient temperature: +50°C
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TMOSPHERIC CONDITIONS

The electrical equipment will function correctly in atmospheric conditions with a
relative humidity up to 50% at a temperature of 40°C and at 90% with a tempera­ture up to 20°C (without condensate).
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TMOSPHERE WITH RISK OF EXPLOSION AND/OR FIRE

The standard machine herein described is not designed to work in explosive at­mospheres or in those with risk of fire.

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IFTING AND TRANSPORTATION

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All material is carefully checked by the manufacturer before shipping. The sod
cutter is delivered in a cardboard box with the handlebars and end part of the
cutting height adjustment lever disassembled.
Upon receipt of the machine make sure that it has not been damaged during transit
and that the packaging has not been tampered or any parts removed. Report any
damage or missing parts immediately to the carrier and the manufacturer with
photographic documentation.

After assembling the handlebars and the end part of the cutting height adjustment
lever as per the instructions given in paragraph 7 of this manual, the machine may
be moved on its own wheels.
The manufacturer is not liable for any damage caused by transportation of the ma­chine after its delivery.

WARNING

Extreme care must be taken during handling to prevent overturning. Avoid steep

gradients to prevent loss of control.

Make sure that there are no persons present within the danger area.

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AIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE

The machine consists of the following main parts
A – Blade clutch control lever
B – Accelerator control lever
C – Forward clutch control lever
D – Cutting height adjustment lever
E – GX 160 K1 engine
F – Cover
G – Blade
H – Forward -neutral-reverse gear selector lever
I – On/off switch (1/0)

Figure 1

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ONTROL AND ADJUSTMENTS

A) BLADE CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER

This is used to engage and disengage the blade movement. Lowering the lever
engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch.

WARNING

The blade will continue to move if the engine is running and the blade clutch is
engaged, regardless of the position of the forward clutch.

B) ACCELERATOR CONTROL LEVER

This is used to adjust the number of engine revolutions according to the operations
to be carried out. Hence at switch on the lever will be positioned on the minimum
setting whilst during work operations it will be positioned as required by use.

C)FORWARD CLUTCH CONTROL LEVER

This lever only has two positions: engage and disengage. Lowering the lever
engages the clutch and releasing it disengages the clutch.
This lever automatically operates the service b r ake: when released the lever
engages the brake, when engaged the lever disengages the brake.

Fig. 2

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D) CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

This lever serves to adjust the cutting height according to the type of terrain and
the thickness of the turf to be cut. (Fig.2 Ref. A)

F) COVER

The cover ( Fig. 1, ref. F) prevents any contact with the moving parts of the
machine. Use of the machine without the said cover is strictly proh ibited.

I) ON SWITCH

Two-position switch:
(1)for starting the engine
(0 for switching off the engine

L) FORWARD-NEUTRAL-REVERSE GEAR SELECTOR LEVER

This lever selects the gear (forward, neutral, reverse).

WARNING

: Select the required gear only after disengaging the forward clutch by

releasing the relative lever ( fig. 1, ref. C).

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6. A

SSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE HANDLEBARS AND END

PART OF THE CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT LEVER

The sod cutter is delivered with the handlebars and the end part of the cutting
height adjustment lever disassembled. Remove the cardboard packaging (to be
disposed of in an appropriate manner, in accordance with current regulations in
force).
To assemble proceed as follows :

-Lift the handlebar (Fig. 3 Rif. C) and insert it in the supports shown in Fig. 3 rif. E.

Select the required cutting height and secure the setting using the screws provided
(Fig. 3 ref. D).

- Fit the end part of the cutting height adjustment lever (Fig. 3 Ref. A) into its

relative support (Fig. 3 ref. F) and secure using the screw provided (Fig. 3 Ref.B).

Fig. 3
Befo r e s wi t ching on ensure that t h e machine ha s been fully assembl e d cor-

rectly.

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AFETY INFORMATION

Before using the sod cutter it is essential that the operator has understood the
warnings, do's and don'ts and precautionary measures given in this manual and in
the engine manual: the prevention of injury to the operator, third parties, animals or
objects directly depends on observance of these instructions.

A) GENERAL

INSTRUCTIONS

! Use of the sod cutter for purposes other than those envisaged is strictly prohib-

ited.

! Climbing aboard and/or riding on the sod cutter is strictly prohibited.
! Tampering with the safety systems and guards is strictly prohibited.
! Modifications to devices/components not envisaged by the manufacturer are

strictly prohibited.

! The electrical parts of the engine must be protected at all times.

B)TRAINING

! Read the Operator's Manual and the Engine Manual before using the machine.
! Use of the m achine by minors under the age of 16 years or by persons without

the necessary psychological and physical capabilities is forbidden.

! Do not use the machine near other persons or within enclosed areas.
! The placing of hands, other parts of the body and clothing in the moving parts

of the machine is prohibited.

! It is forbidden to approach the moving parts.
! Before carrying out any inspection or servicing operations make sure that the

engine has been switched o ff and the spark plug wire removed.

C) PREPARATION

! Make sure that the working area around the machine is free of obstacles and

has sufficient lighting.

! Before switching on the engine make sure there are no persons, animals or ve-

hicles in the vicinity .

! Before switching on the engine make sure that both engagement levers (for-

ward clutch control lever - Fig. 1, ref. C and blade clutch control lever - Fig. 1,
ref. A) Are in the disengaged position (released) ; then place the gear lever in
neutral (see Fig. 2, ref. C )

! Before switching on the machine make sure that the screws, fixing elements

and protection devices are in place and that the affixed notices are legible.

! Then: Make sure that the wheel fixing bolts have been tightened fully.
! Secure all blade nuts and fixing bolts to prevent their loss during work opera-

tions. Replace any old or worn blades.

! The cover ( Fig. 1, ref. F) should not be moved for any reason whatsoever

while the machine is in use.

! W hen switching on the engine check the position of the various control levers

(see the section on “Controls and adjustments”).

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! Supervise the clothing of personnel operating the machine: a long-sleeved

jacket with close-fitting cuffs, long, close-fitting trousers, heavy-duty footwear,
and a protective cap or helmet should be worn. Avoid wearing loose-tailed
clothing, unbuttoned jackets or torn, undone or partially zipped up items to pre­vent them from being caught up in the moving parts.

! Safety goggles and ear protection devices must be worn. Safety gloves must

also be worn during machine operation and maintenance.

! Do not switch on and operate the sod cutter in enclosed areas since the engine

gives off carbon monoxide fumes that are colourless, odourless, tasteless and
extremely dangerous.

! Take care when handling fuel. Fuel is highly flammable and its vapours explo-

sive:

- Only use an approved container

- Take care not to remove fuel caps or top up the tank with the engine running.

- Allow the engine to cool before proceeding with fuel-filling operations.

- Do not smoke during this operation.

- Never fill the machine with fuel in an indoor ambient

- It is advisable to use a wide funnel to prevent spillage of fuel on the engine
and on other surfaces of the sod cutter.

- If any fuel is spilled do not attempt to switch on the engine; simply move the
machin e awa y from the are a of spillag e be fore swit c hi n g on .

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After filling up with fuel reposition and screw the fuel tank cap right down.

• Do not rest the sod cutter or the fuel container in indoor environments with na-

ked fl ames

WORKING

d)

USE

! When working keep everyone at a minimum distance of 10 metres from the

machine.

! Keep the engine well ventilated and clog-free (materials and other residue) to

prevent damage to the engine and risk of fire.

regularly

. Clean the air filter at the same time as well.

Clean the cooling fan and fins

! Drive smoothly, avoiding brusque starts, braking and turns.
! Take care not to touch the silencer when hot.
! W hen reversing make sure there are no children or animals around. Take care

not to get caught up in the moving parts of the machine.

! If a slipping belt causes abnormal noise, smells or overheating, switch off the

engine immediately and check the machine to prevent the outbreak of fire and
damage to the transmission.

! The blade is extremely dangerous. Take great care during operation. Do not

use feet or hands to push the machine down into the turf and do not allow any­one to stand either in front of the machine or in its direction of travel.

WARNING . During operation the lawn and turf are cut into strips. Should the cut­ter’s wheels skid during use it is advisable to adjust the cutting height using the
special lever (Fig. 3, ref.A). If this operation does not prevent this occurrence check
the state of the terrain. If it is too dry it should be wetted so that the blade encoun­ters a slight resistance, thus making cutting operations easier.

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WARNING. When working in a stony or obstacle-riddled area try to remove as
many objects as possible before commencing cutting. Then work at a greater cut­ting height than usual.

WARNING
Stones and other objects may be thrown outwards in direction of the opera­tor or of other persons in the vicinity.
Keep at a safe distance from persons, animals and objects.

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If the cutting mechanism accidentally comes into contact with an object
(stump or stone), switch off the engine and carry out the following opera­tions:

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Inspect the damage

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Do not attempt to repair it if unskilled to do so

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Check that no parts have come loose

! Do not use the machine if it does not work properly or is broken: seek author-

ized service.

! It is strictly prohibited to leave the sod cutter running whilst unsupervised.
! It is strictly prohibited

to transport the machine with the engine running. When
loading the machine onto a vehicle, the inclination of the ramps must not ex­ceed 15°.

WARNING!

EXERCISE CAUTION WITH GRADIENTS. Danger of machine overturning.

! Given its outdoor use, it is advisable not to use the sod cutter when it is raining.
! The area next to the engine exhaust may reach a high temperature.

WARNING!
Danger of burns.

! Do not go near water fountains or precipices and do not cross narrow bridges

during work operations to prevent the risk of falling.

! Do not work on steep banks
! In the instance of difficulty or emergency stop simply release the forward clutch

control and blade movement levers and return the gear lever to neutral position.

! Work on flat ground for the utmost safety.
E) AFTER

USE

! Before moving away from the machine, place the gear lever in neutral (see fig-

ure 2, ref. C) and switch off the engine by moving the switch (Fig.1,ref.I) to the
0 position.

! For greater safety shut off the feed cock (Fig. 4).

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