Billy Goat MV650SPH User manual

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BILLY GOAT ®MV650SPH and MV600SPE
Self-Propelled Vacuum Owner’s Manual
Accessories
Caster Kit
Hose Kit
Bag Liner Kit
Felt Bag Kit
Use on hard surface
for maneuverability.
For vacuuming hard
to reach areas.
To collect leaves,
thatch, and grass.
Use on all dusty
conditions.
P/N 840129
P/N 840116
P/N 840134
P/N 840194
Liner Kit
Interior housing liner
to decrease housing
wear
P/N 840201

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CONTENTS
Specifications and Sound/Vibration ................................................................................................................... 3
Instruction Labels ............................................................................................................................................... 4
Assembly Instructions ........................................................................................................................................ 5-8
Operation ........................................................................................................................................................... 9-13
Maintenance and Troubleshooting.....................................................................................................................14-19
Illustrated Parts List ...........................................................................................................................................20-27
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MV 650 SERIES SPECIFICATIONS
MV650SPH
MV600SPE
Engine Type
Honda GSV190AA1A
Briggs and Stratton 122MO70110F1
Horsepower
6.5 (4.85 kW)
6.25 (4.66 kW)
Fuel Capacity
1.6 qt (1.5 L)
1qt (.9L)
Oil Capacity
0.58 qt (0.54L)
0.63 qt (0.59L)
Unit Weight
179 lbs (81.2 kg)
179 lbs (81.2 kg)
Shipping Weight
208 lbs (94.3 kg)
208 lbs (94.3 kg)
Overall Dimensions
28” Wide x 62.5” Long x 45.5” High
28” Wide x 62.5” Long x 45.5” High
Maximum Operating Slope
20o
20o
In compliance with 2000/14/EEC
standards
103 dB(a) at 3320 rpm
103 dB(a) at 3320 rpm
Sound at operators ear
83 dB(a) at 3320 rpm
83 dB(a) at 3320 rpm
SOUND DATA
SOUND LEVEL 103 Dba at Operator Position
Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC as well as ISO11094, and were performed on 5-17-2005 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.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 66.2oF (19oC)
Wind Speed: 8.5 mph (13.7kph)
Wind Direction: South Southwest
Humidity: 59%
Barometric Pressure: 29.9” Hg (101.35kPa)
VIBRATION DATA
VIBRATION LEVEL 1.43g(14.00m/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 5-24-2006 under the conditions listed below.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 73.7oF (23.2oC)
Wind Speed: 8.05 mph (3.6m/s)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 83.5%
Barometric Pressure: 29.91” Hg (101.31 kPa)

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INSTRUCTION LABELS
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT ®MV 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.
PN 400268
(See Figure 3 Item 55)
PN 890254
(See Figure 4 Item 162)
PN 840054
(See Figure 1 Item 34)
PN 400424
(See Figure 1 Item 11)
PN 810736
(See Figure 4 Item 174)
PN 890301
(See Figure 4 Item 163)
PN 900327
(See Figure 2 Item 118)
PN 840080
(See Figure 4 Item 175)
PN 500176
(See Figure 2 Item 120)
ENGINE LABELS CONTROLS
HONDA
Throttle Drive
P/N 840045 P/N 510127

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MV Vacuum Assembly Drawing

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PARTS LIST

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Your BILLY GOAT ®MV Vacuum was shipped in one carton, completely assembled except for the Hood/Upper
Handle Assembly. Mounting hardware for the Hood/Upper Handle Assembly is temporarily installed on the lower
handle and the Housing assembly.
READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.
TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box since Hood/Upper Handle Assembly is
attached to the unit by cables.
Remove unit from carton. Make sure the following items that have been packed with unit:
Parts bag P/N 840187
Owner’s Manual, P/N 840245
General Safety and Warnings Manual, P/N 100294
Declaration of Conformity, P/N 840204
Honda Engine Manual
Warranty Card, P/N 400972
Ty-Wraps (2 ea)
Hardware Bag
DISCONNECT spark plug wire before assembling unit.
1. Attach hood assembly to the housing then hold in place
during the step 2.
NOTE: BE SURE ALL CABLES ARE ROUTED ON THE
UNDERSIDE OF THE HOOD AND HOUSING.
2. Install item #170 center bolt first when aligned with
a nut on the housing.
3. Attach rest of hood assembly to the housing using
corresponding hardware.
NOTE: You will have to insert the bolt/washer from
the inside by reaching through the hood.
- Two 7/16” wrenches.
1st

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4. Attach upper handle brace to lower handle using
corresponding hardware. Then repeat this step on the
other side.
- Two 1/2” wrenches.
5. Attach rod end (164) to the nozzle door rod then
secure in place by tightening jam nut.
6. Attach nozzle door rod to the nozzle door using
corresponding hardware.
NOTE: It is easier to do this with nozzle door closed.
- Two 9/16” wrenches.
7. Attach rod end to rod (as in step 5).
8. Attach nozzle door rod to the lever with
nozzle door closed and lever in hose kit
position.
NOTE: Check to see nozzle door open and
close all the way (see page 15). Tighten or
loosen the rod end (164) for any
adjustments.
Two 9/16”
wrenches.
9. Install cable ty wraps.
10. Reconnect spark plug
wire.
11. Attach the bag.
HERE
HERE

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OPERATION
OPERATOR CONTROLS
The operator’s position is at the rear of the machine between the handlebars. The operator should STAND in a position to allow
both handlebars to be grasped firmly, which allows sufficient leverage to steer the machine. Operator’s controls are shown below.
Operator Control Locations
1 Drive Clutch Lever 4 Throttle Control
2 Bag Latch 5 Drive Shifter Control
3 Pull Starter 6 Nozzle Door Adjuster
STARTING
CHECK engine oil level before operating machine.
1. Place equipment on a level, firm surface that is free of rocks or other debris.
2. Place throttle in START position.
Throttle
DO NOT START equipment without the debris bag in place.
1
2
3
4
6
5

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3. Secure the unit with left hand at the handle then pull starter rope with right hand to start engine.
PULL STARTER CORD slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback.
4. Move throttle control back to FAST position and allow engine to reach correct operating speed.
5. For Electric models: Set the throttle to the fast position, then pull up and push forward on the start switch.
Choke if needed
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle height as close to debris as possible, but without blocking airflow into the nozzle. NOTE:
Never bury nozzle into debris. The vacuum nozzle is raised and lowered by turning the crank handle clockwise and counter-
clockwise.
SECURE UNIT AT
THE HANDLE
WITH LEFT HAND
DURING START
PULL ROPE
STARTER WITH
RIGHT HAND
On Electric
models only