Billy Goat KV600SPFB User manual

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KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual
BILLY GOAT KV VACUUM
Owner's Manual
KV600SP, KV650SPH, TKV650SPH, KV600SPFB, KV650SPHFB,
TKV650SPHFB
Accessories
ON BOARD
VACUUM
HOSE KIT
4"(102mm) x 7'
(2.13m)
For vacuuming
in hard
to reach
areas.
P/N 891125
OPTIONAL
FELT/MESH
DEBRIS BAG
For use in
leaves and
grass in dusty
conditions.
P/N 891126
FELT BAG/
891132
MESH BAG
NOZZLE WEAR
GUARD KIT
For use in
increasing the
life of your
nozzle by
protecting it from
damage
P/N 891127
CASTER KIT
To allow for
easy rolling and
maneuverability
on smooth
surfaces.
P/N 891128
SHREDDER
KIT
Shreds
leaves,
reducing total
volume.
P/N 890209
KV LINER KIT
Increases the
life of the
housing by
protecting it from
damage.
P/N 891134
PROTECTIVE
COVER
Protects the
machine from
the environment
when not in use.
P/N 891137

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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT
®
KV Vacuum. 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.
CONTENTS
SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3
GENERAL SAFETY 4-5
SOUND AND VIBRATION 6
INSTRUCTION LABELS 7
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 8
OPERATION 9-10
MAINTENANCE 11
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 12
MAINTENANCE RECORD 13
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 14-15

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SERIAL PLATE DATA
Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Specifications
KV600SP KV650SPH TKV650SPH KV600SP KV650SPH TKV650SPH
Engine: HP 6.0 (4.47kW) 6.5 (4.85kW) 6.5 (4.85 kW) 6.0 (4.47kW) 6.5 (4.85kW) 6.5 (4.85 kW)
Engine: Type B&S Quantum HONDA HONDA B&S Quantum HONDA HONDA
Engine: Model 112K020124E1 GSV190AN1L GSV190AN1L 112K020124E1 GSV190AN1L GSV190AN1L
Engine: Fuel Capacity 1.5 qt. (1.4 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.5 qt. (1.4 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.58 qt (0.54L) 0.58 qt (0.54L) 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.58 qt (0.54L) 0.58 qt (0.54L)
Total Unit Weight: #129 (58.5 kg) #132 (58.9 kg) 141# (64 kg) #129 (58.5 kg) #132 (58.9 kg) 141# (64 kg)
Overall Length 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5 m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5 m)
Overall Width 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m) 25.5” (.6 m)
Overall Height 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1 m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1 m)
Max. operating slope 20
0
20
0
20
0
20
0
20
0
20
0
Sound in accordance with
2000/14/EEC standards
109 dBa 109 dBa 112 dBa 109 dBa 109 dBa 112 dBa
Sound at operator’s ear 88 dBa 89 dBa 91 dBa 88 dBa 89 dBa 91 dBa
Vibration at operator
position
0.71 g (6.96m/s
2
) 0.32 g (3.16m/s
2
) 0.43 g (4.25m/s
2
) 0.71 g (6.96m/s
2
) 0.32 g (3.16m/s
2
) 0.43 g (4.25m/s
2
)

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and SYMBOLS
The safety symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. You should become familiar with them before
assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment.
This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others.
This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment.
This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment.
This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this equipment.
This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual should be read
carefully before assembling, operation, or servicing this equipment.
This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT
®
KV Vacuum.
This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this
equipment.
Read and make sure you thoroughly understand the following safety precautions before assembling, operating or
servicing this equipment:
READ this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual carefully before assembling,
operating, or servicing this equipment.
EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.
EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.
BREATHING PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.
EXHAUST from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
DO NOT operate this equipment on any unimproved forested, brushy, or grass covered land
unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler as required by Section 4442 of the
California Public Resources Code. The arrester must be maintained in good working order.
Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.
DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an
odorless and possibly fatal poison.

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DO NOT run this equipment indoors or in any poorly ventilated area. Refueling outdoors is
recommended.
DO NOT refuel this equipment while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least
two minutes before refueling.
DO NOT store gasoline near an open flame.
DO NOT remove gas cap while engine is running.
DO NOT start or operate engine if strong odor of gasoline is present.
DO NOT start or operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move equipment away from spill until
gasoline has completely evaporated.
DO NOT smoke while filling the fuel tank.
DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved spark
tester.
DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. Inspect muffler periodically and replace if
necessary. If equipped with muffler deflector, inspect deflector periodically and replace if
necessary.
DO NOT operate engine with grass, leaves or other combustible material near the muffler.
DO NOT touch muffler, cylinder, or cooling fins when hot. Contact with hot surfaces may
cause severe burns.
DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation.
DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope.
DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area.
DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.
DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed.
DO NOT operate equipment near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials.
DO NOT operate equipment on slopes greater than specified in Specifications section of this
manual.
DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.
ALWAYS remove spark plug wire when servicing equipment to prevent accidental starting.
ALWAYS check fuel lines and fittings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary.
ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts.
ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers.
WARNING: Important
Remove all rocks, wire, string, plastic, etc. that can present a hazard during work prior to
starting.
DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work such as sprinkler heads,
water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc.