Billy Goat SC181H User manual

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SC181H Owner’s Manual
Sod Cutter Owner’s Manual
SC181H, SC181HG
Beginning Serial #: 110116001
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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About this Manual
Thank you for purchasing a BILLY GOAT® Sod Cutter. Your new machine has been carefully designed and
manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating
and maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your
machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, or
servicing your equipment.
To learn more about our products or locate your nearest distributor, please visit https://www.billygoat.com.
Table of Contents
Specications, Intended Use, and Safety
Instruction Labels
Uncrating Instructions
Operator Controls
Operation
Maintenance
Troubleshooting
Maintenance Record
Illustrated Parts and Part Lists
3
4
5
6
7-8
9-12
13-14
15
16-34
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Specications
Intended Use
This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. to cut 18in
(45.7 cm) wide strips of turf. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in
general machine use and safety.
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 depth. 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.
Engine: HP 5.5 HP (4.1 kw) 5.5 HP (4.1 kw)
Engine: Model GXV160UH2N1AH GXV160UH2N1AH
Engine: Type Honda Honda
Engine: Fuel Capacity 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity 0.69 qt. (0.65 L) 0.69 qt. (0.65 L)
Total Unit Weight 395 lb. (179 Kg) 395 lb. (179 Kg)
Max. Operating Slope 20° 20°
Overall Length 60” (1524 mm) 60” (1524 mm)
Overall Width 26.5” (673 mm) 26.5” (673 mm)
Overall Height 38.5” (978 mm) 38.5” (978 mm)
SC181H SC181HG
Safety
WARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is known
to the State of California to cause cancer, and carbon monoxide, which is known to the State of
California to cause birth de¬fects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Instruction Labels
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT® Sod Cutter. If any labels are damaged or
missing, replace them before operating this equipment. Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part
numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for each label may
be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.
371501
371504
Fig. 1
DANGER KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAY
P/N 440424
Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503 Fig. 3
LABELS CASTER LOCK P/N 371501 & 371504
Fig. 4
BLADE ARM P/N 373501 Fig. 5
CONSOLE P/N 373500
Fig. 6
DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504
Fig. 7
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 373505
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Uncrating Instructions
Your Billy Goat Sod Cutter is shipped from the factory in one crate, completely assembled.
Be Sure To:
• Read all safety instructions before assembling unit.
• Take caution when removing the unit from the box.
• Put oil in engine before starting.
• Check grease in bearings per service label on unit. Add grease as required. Use only
NLGL Grade 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease in your machine.
Parts Bag & Literature Assy
Warranty card P/N- 400972
Owner’s Manual P/N-373506
General Safety and Warranty manual P/N- 100295
To Uncrate Sod Cutter:
• See Fig. 8
• Open the crate from back side (handles of machine should be visible).
• Set sod cutter to free wheel as shown in Fig. 6 (see Instruction Labels on page 4 of
manual)
• Roll the sod cutter out of crate from behind
Fig. 8
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Operator Controls
Drive Control: The ground drive controls are located on each handlebar of the machine. The right side lever
control moves the machine forward at varying speeds depending on how far the operator engages the control.
The left side lever control moves the machine in reverse at varying speeds depending on how far the operator
engages the control. (While either control is engaged, the opposite control is “locked out”)
(See Fig. 5)
Blade Engage Lever: Located on the left hand side of the handle bar. It must be fully engaged when in use.
Blade Height Adjustment: : Pre-select cutting depth by inserting depth control pin in the hole which corre-
sponds to the depth desired. A chart is provided on a placard near the blade depth control handle. To set
depth while using the machine loosen cam lever clamping the depth control handle in the “up” position. Rock
the machine forward to allow the cutting blade to drop to the pre-selected depth. (The depth control handle
should rest against the depth control pin). You are now ready to start cutting sod.
(See Fig. 2)
Free Wheel Lever: Located on top of machine next to the height adjust. Pull the lever out to free wheel and
push it in to allow the drive to be engaged. (See Fig. 6)
Fig. 5
CONSOLE P/N 373500
Fig. 6
DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504
Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503
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Operation
Note: Item numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 16-34.
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Inspect machine work area and
machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and
safety.
Starting the Engine
• Put oil in engine before starting!
• See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be level
when checking and lling oil and gasoline.
Engine Speed: Engine speed is xed.
Fuel Valve: Move fuel valve to “ON” position.
Choke: Found on engine above fuel “ON” switch.
Pull: Pull the starting rope to start engine.
Forward/Reverse Controls: See page 6 “Operator’s Controls”.
WARNING: Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately
and check for damaged or worn blade, loose blade bolts, loose engine or lodged foreign objects.
Handling and Transporting
• Use loading ramps to move unit into truck or trailer for transport.
• Do not operate the blade when loading.
• Never load this machine by hand.
Cutting Operation
The unit performs best when the ground is wet. If possible, sprinkle the work area several hours before starting.
CAUTION: Use extreme care when operating the blade. Inspect the work area for foreign objects that could cause
damage to the unit or injure the operator if struck by the blade. Never operate the blade with bystanders in the work
area.
General Operation
Position the turf cutter outdoors on sufciently rm, at soil. Read the instructions provided by the engine manufac-
turer in the relative manual and follow them carefully to prevent situations from arising which may endanger either
persons or the machine.
TIP: When using the machine for the rst time, execute maneuvers on at ground free of foreign objects to become
more comfortable with machine operation. After switching on the engine, follow the instructions given in the previous
paragraph. Be mindful of the machine tipping forward (See Figure 9. on the following page).
WARNING: Do not adjust cutting depth while machine is in motion. Choose a cutting depth suitable for the type of
terrain the machine is to be used on.
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Operation Continued
1. Choose a depth of cut. See instruction label on the unit (see Fig. 2). Note: Sod should be cut
leaving a minimum amount of dirt (1/4”-3/8”) attached to the roots. This minimizes its weight for
removal and encourages faster growth when reused.
2. Holding both handles, fully engage the blade clutch lever on the operator’s left hand side.
Rocking back on the handles, allow the blade to cut into the sod to your chosen depth. Keep the
blade clutch lever fully engaged at all times when cutting (see Fig. 9).
3. As ground conditions allow, increase/decrease the ground speed by squeezing the drive lever
more (increased speed) or less (slower speed). If the engine RPM drops signicantly reduce
forward speed until the engine comes back up to speed.
4. When you reach the end of the strip you are cutting, release both the clutch lever and the
speed control until the unit stops. Using the blade depth adjustment handle raise the blade to
the maximum height possible and lock it in place.
5. Fully engage both blade drive and forward ground drive levers and the unit will drive forward
and complete the cut of the strip.
6. Release the blade lever and continue to drive the unit forward into position for the next cut,
repeat the process above as required.
Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503
Fig 9.
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Maintenance
Note: Item numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 11-20.
Periodic Maintanence
Note: Blade, drive belts, and chains are normal wear items. See Fig. 11 for Chain conguration. These should
be inspected on a regular basis and replaced if worn. Also see your Billy Goat Dealer for servicing your
machine.
Maintenance operation to be performed at
every indicated month or operating hour,
whichever comes rst.
Every
Use
Every
25 Hrs
Every
50 Hrs
Every
100 Hrs
Every
200
Hrs
Every
300
Hrs
Check engine oil (Add if necessary) •
Change engine oil •
Check Air Filter (Clean if necessary) •
Clean air lter •
Replace air lter •
Lubricate chains •
Check chains for tension •
Inspect axle area between wheels for
build-up. Clean by removing front and rear
access plates between wheels. •
Check and adjust
sparkplug •
Replace sparkplug •
Replace cutting blade (If worn past 2.00”
wide limit) •
Sharpen cutting blade •
Check traction belts •
Replace traction belts •
Grease upper Pinion Bearing on Gear-
box (Use MOBOLITH SHC 220 grease or
equivalent) •
Grease jackshaft bearings •
Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts •
Check rear caster rod
Check for excessive vibration •
Inspect drive cables for wear (adjust if
necessary) •
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Maintenance Continued
Belt Replacement
Note: See Fig. 10 for belt conguration.
Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before carrying out any maintenance or repair work
on the machine.
If a belt is worn or breaks it should be replaced as follows:
Note: see pages 16-34 for part illustrations
Blade Belt
1. Disconnect the spark plug, and then remove the guards.
2. Remove the master link on the lower drive chain to allow the belt to be slipped past.
3. Loosen the blade drive belt guides by loosening the nut and bolt holding them to the base. Do not complete-
ly remove the nut and bolt, just loosening it will allow the belt guide to be moved far enough back to remove the
blade drive belt from the engine drive pulley.
4. Walk the old belt off of the engine drive pulley and the rear gearbox pulley.
5. In order to remove the belt from the machine you will need to remove the bolt holding the V-groove pulley
onto the belt engagement arm and remove this pulley. In this way, you can now slip the belt out from under the
blade engagement arm.
6. Install the new belt by reversing the steps used to remove the old belt.
7. Place the blade drive belt guides back in their original locations to insure proper operation
8. Reinstall the lower drive chain onto the jackshaft by reinserting the master link.
9. Reinstall the guards.
10. Check for proper operation.
Fig 10. Belt Conguration Fig 11. Chain Conguration
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