Billy Goat KVSP User manual

Part No 891204 Form No F060911E
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KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual
OPERATION
VACUUMING OPERATION
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:Nozzle height is raised and lowered by rotating the red knob
near the left rear wheel. Nozzle height should be adjusted based on the task being performed.
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle close to debris, but without blocking airflow into the nozzle. NOTE:
Never bury nozzle into debris.
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE & EXHAUST:Turn engine off and wait for impeller to stop completely
and disconnect spark plug wire. Wearing durable gloves, remove clog. Danger, the clog may contain sharp
materials. Reconnect s
p
ark
p
lu
g
wire.
DEBRIS BAG
(OPTIONAL DEBRIS BAGS ARE AVAILABLE FOR CHANGING CONDITIONS)
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.
Note: Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with more weight than you can lift.
An optional felt bag is available for use where debris will be vacuumed in dusty conditions (see Optional Accessories
shown on page 1).
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine. Be sure engine has come to a complete stop before removing or
emptying bag.
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic material and other similar debris (see Safety Warnings
page 4-5).
However, many vacuums are used where dust is mixed with trash. Your unit can intermittently vacuum in dusty areas.
Dust is the greatest cause of lost vacuum performance. However, following these rules will help maintain your
machine's ability to vacuum in dusty conditions:
• Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.
• The debris bag must be cleaned more frequently. A vacuum with a clean, pillow soft bag will have good pickup
performance. One with a dirty, tight bag will have poor pickup performance. If dirty, empty debris and vigorously shake
bag free of dust.
• Pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning does not fully clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before use.
NOTE: Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.
DO NOT leave debris in bag while in storage.

Part No 891204 Form No F060911E
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KVSP/TKVSP Owner’s Manual
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Abnormal vibration. · Loose or out of balance impeller or
loose engine · Check impeller and replace if required. Check engine
Will not vacuum or has poor
vacuum performance · dirty debris bag. Hose kit cap missing. ·Clogged nozzle or exhaust. Excessive
quantity of debris.
· Improper nozzle height
· Clean debris bag. Shake bag clean or
wash. Check for hose kit cap. Unclog
nozzle or exhaust. Allow air to feed with
debris
· Adjust nozzle height so that it is closer
to the debris
Engine will not start. · Throttle in off position. Engine not in full
choke position. Out of gasoline. Bad or
old gasoline. Sparkplug wire
disconnected. Dirty air cleaner
· Check stop switches, throttle, choke
position and gasoline. Connect spark
plug wire. Clean or replace air filter. Or
contact a qualified service person.
Engine is locked, will not pull
over. · Debris locked in impeller. Engine problem. · See page 5. Contact a engine service dealer for engine problems
Nozzle scrapes ground in
lowest height setting. Nozzle height out of adjustment Adjust nozzle height (See Nozzle height
fine adjustment for hard surfaces on
page 5
No self-propellin
g
· Drive bail not en
g
a
g
ed · En
g
a
g
e the drive bail.
· Drive belt worn or broken · Check the drive belt.
· Drive clutch cable out of adjustment or
broken. · Check the drive clutch cable (see page 12).
· Drive chain off the sprocket. · Check the drive chain
(
see pa
g
e 12
)
.
Self propelled drive will not
release · Improper drive clutch cable adjustment or cable is kinked. · Check the drive clutch cable (see page 13
)
.
Noisy or broken chain · No chain lubrication. · Lubricate chain.
· Chain misali
g
nment or tension. · Check the drive chain
(
see pa
g
e 12
)
.
Unit does not free-wheel
backwards · None · Push the unit slightly forward then the unit will free-wheel
Too much dust coming from
bag. · Vacuuming very dry, brittle or small debris · Switch to felt bag (see page 1 accessories)