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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
SHREDDER KIT
P/N 890209.
Shreds leaves, dramatically
reducing total volume, 12:1.
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.
Extends nozzle life when
used along curbs and hard
surfaces.
STANDARD TURF PRO
DEBRIS BAG
P/N 890028.
Standard on TKD models. For
use in leaves and grass in nondusty conditions.
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OPTIONAL DEBRIS BAGS
PRO FELT BAG
P/N 890023
For use in dusty conditions.
FELT BAG COVER
P/N 900801
Directs dust downward away from
operator.
ZIPPERLESS PRO BAG
P/N 890309
For non dusty conditions that
are damaging to zippers.
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Thank You for Selecting
The Powerful
KD or TKD TERMITE
SELF PROPELLED VACUUM CHIPPER
Operator Owner's Manual
KD511SP, TKD511SP
Specifications
ENGINE:H.P. 5.5 (4.1kW) 5.5 (4.1kW)
ENGINE:TYPE B&S DIAMOND I/ C B&S DIAMOND I/ C
ENGINE:FUEL CAP. 1.5qt. (1.4L) 1.5qt. (1.4L)
ENGINE:OI L CAP. 0.63qt . (0. 6L) 0.63qt. (0.6L)
WEIGHT:UNIT 117# (53.1 kg) 133# (60.3 kg)
WEIGHT:SHIPPING 140# (63.5 kg) 156# (70.8 kg)
ENGINE WEIGHT: 26# (11.8 kg) 26# (11.8 kg)
KD511SP TKD511SP
®
UNIT SIZE:
Part No. 890034 Form No. F101000A
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.
13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs,
governor links or other parts which may
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.
12. DO NOT run engine at excessive
speeds. This may result in injury & /or
damage to unit.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
PARTS BAG & CONTROLS
LABELS
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
PARTS DRAWING & LIST
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY PROCEDURE
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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.
The Briggs and Stratton engine on this equipment cannot be sold in the state of California
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OPERATOR
L
A
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERATURE:
L
WIND SPEED:
A
p
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:
SOUND
SOUND TESTS
Sound tests conducted were on model
TKD510SP in accordance with 79/113/EEC
and were performed on 05/19/95 under the
conditions listed:
Sunny
62 F (16.7 C)
5 MPH (8.0 kmh)
South
67 %
30.06" Hg (763mm Hg)
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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.
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Vibration levels at the operators handles on model
TKD510SP 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
VIBRATION LEVELS 2.2g
Sunny
62 F (16.7 C)
5 MPH (8.0 kmh)
South
67 %
30.06" Hg (764mm Hg)
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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 discon-
nect connected firmly in place to exhaust outlet.
·DO NOT start or operate machine with debris bag zipper
open.
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ASSEMBLY
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, and bag quick disconnect.
·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.
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 3) in chipper hopper (see page 7)(TKD ONLY).
5. CONNECT spark plug wire.
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PACKING CHECKLIST
QUICK DISCONNECT
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Fig. 2
These items should be included in your carton. If any
of these parts are missing, contact your dealer.
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30
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Literature
Assembly
Engine
Manual
Check
Debris Bag
890022 KD
890028 TKD
Check
Check
Check
Check
Connector
Quick Disconnect
890176
Tamper
(TKD MODELS ONLY)
890229
Literature Assy
890423
Briggs & Stratton
MS0986 Multi-Language
and 273125 English
Part No. 890034 Form No. F101000A
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KE EP HAN DS a nd FEE T AW AY
LITERATURE ASSY P/N 890423
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1313
CONTROLS
Owner's
Manual
Literature Checklist
Check
Owner's
Manual
890034
Literature
KD / TKD
Accesso-
ries 890409
Warranty
Card 400972
EU Declaration of
Conformity & EU
Distributor List
890393
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Literature
KD / TKD
Accesso-
ries
Warranty
Card
EU Declaration
of Conformity
& EU
Distributor List
Check
Check
Check
INSTRUCTION LABELS
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
400268
Label Danger
Keep Hands
and Feet
Away
Item 29 Part
No.400424
DANGER
KEEP HANDS and FEET AWAY
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ENGINE LABELS
Briggs & Stratton
Throttle
Control
Start
position
Briggs
engines have
a primer
button
carburetor
with no choke.
Stop
position
C
H
O
K
E
FAST
SLOW
STOP
Label Danger Chipper For Wood
Only Item 48 Part No. 890152
(TKD MODELS ONLY)
Label Danger Flying Material
Item 62 Part No.810736
Part No. 890034 Form No. F101000A
DANGER
810736
Label Read Owner's
Manual Item 84
Part No.890301
890254
Label Ear Eye Breathing
Item No. 86 Part No.
890254
Debris Bag
Label item 1
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