Billy Goat TKD505SPT User Manual

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

SHREDDER KIT

P/N 890209. Shreds

leaves, dramatically reducing total volume.

HOSE KITS

For vacuuming in hard to reach areas.

Heavy Duty Vacuum Hose Kit P/N 900943.

4"(102mm) x 10' (3.05m)

Homeowners Vacuum Hose Kit P/N 900942.

(102mm) x 10' (3.05m)

NOZZLE WEAR PLATES

P/N 900810. Extends nozzle

life when used along curbs and hard surfaces.

STANDARD TURF QUICK DEBRIS BAG P/N 890307. Standard on TKD

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

OPTIONAL DEBRIS BAGS

QUICK DEBRIS BAG

P/N 890305 for use in 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.

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The Powerful TKD TERMITE® SELF-PROPELLED

VACUUM CHIPPER

Operator Owner's Manual

TKD505SPT

Specifications

TKD505SPT

ENGINE: H.P. 5.5 (4.1 kW) ENGINE: TYPE TEC. PREMIER ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 1.5 qt. (1.4 L) ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.66 qt. (0.62 L) WEIGHT: UNIT 126# (57.2 kg) WEIGHT: SHIPPING 149# (67.6 kg) ENGINE WEIGHT: 18.75# (8.5 kg)

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

Part No. 890316 Form No. F082195D

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IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & EN-

GINE 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 PARTS BAG & CONTROLS LABELS OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS DRAWING & LIST TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY PROCEDURE

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OPERATOR

Sound tests conducted were in accordance

with 79/113/EEC and were performed on 05/ 19/95 under the conditions listed:

GENERAL CONDITION:

TEMPERATURE:

WIND SPEED:

WIND DIRECTION:

HUMIDITY:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

SOUND

SOUND TESTS

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Sunny

62 F (16.7 C)

5 MPH (8.0 kmh)

South

67 %

30.06" Hg (763mm Hg)

VIBRATION LEVEL 2.2g

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:

TEMPERATURE:

WIND SPEED:

WIND DIRECTION:

HUMIDITY:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

VIBRATION

Sunny

62 F (16.7 C)

5 MPH (8.0 kmh)

South

67 %

30.06" Hg (763mm Hg)

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 debris bag and quick disconnect connected firmly in place to exhaust outlet.

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

ASSEMBLY

·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.

·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.

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, completely assembled except for the upper handle, debris bag,

tamper and bag quick disconnect.

PACKING CHECKLIST

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

1. ASSEMBLE Lift upper handle (item 6), remove items 8, 73, 74, & 30 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 83). Attach firmly to housing exhaust (item 52) see fig. 2.

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

4. INSTALL tamper (item 85) in chipper hopper (see page 7).

5. CONNECT spark plug wire.

Check

Debris Bag 890306

Check

Connector Quick Disconnect 890176

QUICK DISCONNECT

Fig. 2

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Literature

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Engine Manual

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Literature Assy

890325

Tecumseh

P/N181-656-1 English

LITERATURE ASSY P/N 890325

CONTROLS

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Owner's

Manual

Literature

KD / TKD

Accessories

Warranty

Card

Literature Checklist

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Owner's

Manual

890316

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Literature KD / TKD

Accessories

890317

Warranty

400972

ENGINE LABELSINSTRUCTION LABELS

Card

Throttle Control

Start

position

Tecumseh

engines have a primer button carburetor with no choke.

Stop

position

C H O K E

FAST

SLOW

STOP

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..

WARNING

EXPLOSIVE FUEL

STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE REFUELING.

Label Do Not Fill While Engine Is Hot Item 63 Part No.400268

Label Danger Chipper For Wood Only Item 48 Part No. 890152

DANGER

810736

Label Danger Flying Material Item 62 Part No.810736

Label Danger

400268

Keep Hands and Feet Away Item 29 Part No.400424

OIL CHAIN

EVERY 10 HOURS

Label Oil Chain Item No. 45 Part No. 830502

WARNING

Label Warning Guards Item 100 Part No.900327

830502

Label Ear Eye Breathing Item No. 37 Part No. 890254

RELEASE TO DISENGAGE CLUTCH

PULL TO ENGAGE CLUTCH

Label Clutch Item No. 99

900327

Part No. 830503

Te c um s e h

890254

830503

Label Read Owner's Manual Item No. 123

Debris Bag Label item 1

Part No. 890316 Form No. F082195D

Part No. 890301

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