Billy Goat LB35 User manual

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Owner's Manual
LB352
Optional Accessories
HOSE KIT
4"(102mm) x
7' (3.05m)
For
vacuuming in
hard to reach
areas.
HOSE
CONNECTOR
KIT
P/N 900460
To connect two
lengths of 4”
hose (hose not
included).
P/N 890045
BAG SUPPORT
KIT
Extends bag life
by keeping bag
from dragging
ground.
P/N 900645
STANDARD
FELT DEBRIS
BAGS
For use in
dusty
conditions.
P/N 900719
OPTIONAL
TURF DEBRIS
BAGS
For use in
leaves and
grass in non-
dusty
conditions.
P/N 900722

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CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS AND SOUND/ VIBRATION 3
INSTRUCTION LABELS 4
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY 5
OPERATION _ 6
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS 8-9

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Specifications
LB351
Engine: cc
158cc
Engine: Type
B & S 500 series
Engine: Model
10T502 9305 14
Engine: Fuel Capacity
.9 qt (.85 L)
Engine: Oil Capacity
18 to 20 oz. (.54-.59L)
Total Unit Weight:
57# (25.85 kg)
Overall Length
47” (1.19 m)
Overall Width
21.5” (0.55 m)
Overall Height
40.5” (1.02 m)
Max. operating slope
200
Sound in accordance with
2000/14/EEC standards
97 dBa
Sound at operators ear
77 dBa
Vibration at operator
position
.5g (5.17m/s2)
SOUND
SOUND LEVEL 77.5 dB(a) at Operator Ear
Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EEC, and were performed on 6-17-2013 under the conditions listed below.
Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model covered in this manual. Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound
power level for your model.
VIBRATION DATA
VIBRATION LEVEL .5g (5.17m/s2)
Vibration levels at the operator’s handles were measured in the vertical, lateral and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test
equipment. Tests were performed on 6-17-13 under the conditions listed below.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 71oF (21.7oC)
Wind Speed: 4 mph (6.4 kmh)
Wind Direction: North
Humidity: 90%
Barometric Pressure: 29.94”Hg (760.5 mm Hg)
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 71oF (21.7oC)
Wind Speed: 4 mph (6.4 kmh)
Wind Direction: North
Humidity: 90%
Barometric Pressure: 29.94”Hg (760.5 mm Hg)
97 dB

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INSTRUCTION LABELS
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT ®LB Vacuum. 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.
LABEL DANGER KEEP HANDS LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING ITEM #23 DANGER FLYING DEBRIS
AND FEET AWAY P/N 890254 ITEM # 73 P/N 810736
ITEM #67 P/N 400424
LABEL READ MANUAL LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL DEBRIS BAG LABEL
ITEM #76 P/N 430363 ITEM # 75 P/N 400268 ITEM #10
ENGINE CONTROLS & LABELS
Throttle Control
Choke Control
BRIGGS & STRATTON
Briggs engines have a primer
button carburetor rather than
choke type carburetor.

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PACKING CHECKLIST
Your Billy Goat LB Vacuum is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled except for the
upper handle, debris bag.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING
ASSEMBLY
READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.
TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box the Handle Assembly is attached by
cables and folded over
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled except for the debris bag.
1. ROTATE upper handle into upward position and securely tighten knobs. Machine can be stored with handle
folded in down position.
2. UNFOLD the debris bag (item 10) and fasten bag neck onto exhaust discharge opening.
3. ATTACH bag hanger straps to loops (item 38), preassembled to upper handle.
4. CONNECT spark plug wire.
Boxing Parts
Checklist
Debris Bag
P/N-900718
Literature Assy
P/N-901016
Briggs & Stratton
500 Series
PARTS BAG &
LITERATURE ASSY
Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-901015, General Safety and Warnings Manual P/N-
100294, Declaration of Conformity P/N-900782, Literature LB Accessories 900714.

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OPERATION
VACUUMING OPERATION
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT:is raised and lowered by adjusting front wheel height control.
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 spark plug wire.
DEBRIS BAG
Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.
Note: Frequently empty debris to prevent bag overloading with more weight than you can lift.
An optional bag and dust cover 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. Run engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition
new bag. Your new bag requires a break-in period to condition the pores of the material against premature blockage.
The entire bag surface serves as a filter, and must be able to breath to have good vacuum performance.
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 2 & 3).
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.
•Machine or pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning does not fully clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before
use.
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.
COMPOST
Vacuumed leaves, grass and other organic material from your own yard can be emptied into a pile or composter to
provide enriched soil for later use as fertilizer in gardens and flower beds
NOTE: Allow green chips to dry before spreading around living plants.

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MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals:
Maintenance Operation
Every Use (daily)
Every 5 hrs (daily)
Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts.

Clean Debris bag

Check bag strap tightness

Engine (See Engine Manual)
Check for excessive vibration

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. Nozzle height set too
high or low. Hose kit cap missing.
Clogged nozzle or exhaust. Excessive
quantity of debris.
· Clean debris bag. Shake bag clean or
wash. Adjust nozzle height. Check for
hose kit cap. Unclog nozzle or exhaust.
Allow air to feed with debris
Engine will not start.
· Throttle in off position. Out of gasoline.
Bad or old gasoline. Sparkplug wire
disconnected. Dirty air cleaner
· Check throttle, 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 10. 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 10
IMPELLER REMOVAL
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Drain fuel and oil from engine.
3. Remove bag and remove upper handle.
4. Invert and support machine without engine touching to prevent damage to recoil starter.
5. Remove rear wheels (item 11), and bolt axle bracket (item 48), [one each side, closest to middle inlet
plate (item 3)], washer (item 57) and nut (item 49).
6. Remove intake wrapper (item 2), assembly and middle inlet plate (item 3), eight screws and eight nuts.
7. Remove impeller bolt (item 37) and lock washer (item 36).
8. Lift impeller free of engine.
9. If impeller does not remove easily, obtain a 1" (25.4mm) longer bolt of the same diameter and thread
type as the impeller bolt. Thread longer bolt by hand into crankshaft until bolt bottoms. Using a suitable
gear or wheel puller against the bolt head and impeller back-plate (near the blades), remove impeller from
shaft.
10. Reinstall new impeller, impeller bolt and lock washer in reverse order. Torque impeller bolt to 33-38
ft-lbs (45-52 N.m).

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