Billy Goat SC181H User manual

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SC181H Owner’s ManualSC181H Owner’s Manual
Sod Cutter Owner’s ManualSod Cutter Owner’s Manual
SC181H, SC181HGSC181H, SC181HG
Beginning Serial #: 110116001Beginning Serial #: 110116001
Original InstructionsOriginal Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCEIMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
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About this ManualAbout this Manual
Thank you for purchasing a BILLY GOAT® Sod Cutter. Your new machine has been carefully designed andThank 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 operatingmanufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating
and maintenance instructions that will help to maintain yourand maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your
machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, ormachine in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, or
servicing your equipment.servicing your equipment.
To learn more about our products or locate your nearest distributor, please visit https://www.billygoat.com.To learn more about our products or locate your nearest distributor, please visit https://www.billygoat.com.
Table of ContentsTable of Contents
Specications, Intended Use, and SafetySpecications, Intended Use, and Safety
Instruction LabelsInstruction Labels
Uncrating InstructionsUncrating Instructions
Operator ControlsOperator Controls
OperationOperation
MaintenanceMaintenance
TroubleshootingTroubleshooting
Maintenance RecordMaintenance Record
Illustrated Parts and Part ListsIllustrated Parts and Part Lists
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7-87-8
9-129-12
13-1413-14
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16-3416-34
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SpecicationsSpecications
Intended UseIntended Use
This machine may only be utilized for the purpose for which it was designed, i.e. to cut 18inThis 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(45.7 cm) wide strips of turf. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in
general machine use and safety.general machine use and safety.
WARNING:WARNING: During operation the lawn and turf are cut into strips. Should the cutter’s wheelsDuring 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 thisskid 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 bladeoccurrence 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.encounters a slight resistance, thus making cutting operations easier.
Engine: HPEngine: HP 5.5 HP (4.1 kw)5.5 HP (4.1 kw) 5.5 HP (4.1 kw)5.5 HP (4.1 kw)
Engine: ModelEngine: Model GXV160UH2N1AHGXV160UH2N1AH GXV160UH2N1AHGXV160UH2N1AH
Engine: TypeEngine: Type HondaHonda HondaHonda
Engine: Fuel CapacityEngine: Fuel Capacity 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)1.6 qt. (1.5 L)
Engine: Oil CapacityEngine: Oil Capacity 0.69 qt. (0.65 L)0.69 qt. (0.65 L) 0.69 qt. (0.65 L)0.69 qt. (0.65 L)
Total Unit WeightTotal Unit Weight 395 lb. (179 Kg)395 lb. (179 Kg) 395 lb. (179 Kg)395 lb. (179 Kg)
Max. Operating SlopeMax. Operating Slope 20°20° 20°20°
Overall LengthOverall Length 60” (1524 mm)60” (1524 mm) 60” (1524 mm)60” (1524 mm)
Overall WidthOverall Width 26.5” (673 mm)26.5” (673 mm) 26.5” (673 mm)26.5” (673 mm)
Overall HeightOverall Height 38.5” (978 mm)38.5” (978 mm) 38.5” (978 mm)38.5” (978 mm)
SC181HSC181H SC181HGSC181HG
SafetySafety
WARNINGWARNING
This product can expose you to chemicals including gasoline engine exhaust, which is knownThis 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 ofto 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.California to cause birth de¬fects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.
P65Warnings.ca.gov.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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Instruction LabelsInstruction Labels
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT® Sod Cutter. If any labels are damaged orThe 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 partmissing, 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 maynumbers 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.be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.
371501
371504
Fig. 1Fig. 1
DANGER KEEP HANDSDANGER KEEP HANDS
AND FEET AWAYAND FEET AWAY
P/N 440424P/N 440424
Fig 2.Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503 Fig. 3Fig. 3
LABELS CASTER LOCK P/N 371501 & 371504LABELS CASTER LOCK P/N 371501 & 371504
Fig. 4Fig. 4
BLADE ARM P/N 373501BLADE ARM P/N 373501 Fig. 5Fig. 5
CONSOLE P/N 373500CONSOLE P/N 373500
Fig. 6Fig. 6
DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504
Fig. 7Fig. 7
SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 373505SERVICE INSTRUCTIONS P/N 373505
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Uncrating InstructionsUncrating Instructions
Your Billy Goat Sod Cutter is shipped from the factory in one crate, completely assembled.Your Billy Goat Sod Cutter is shipped from the factory in one crate, completely assembled.
Be Sure ToBe Sure To::
• Read all safety instructions before assembling unit.Read all safety instructions before assembling unit.
• Take caution when removing the unit from the box.Take caution when removing the unit from the box.
• Put oil in engine before starting.Put oil in engine before starting.
• Check grease in bearings per service label on unit. Add grease as required. Use onlyCheck grease in bearings per service label on unit. Add grease as required. Use only
NLGL Grade 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease in your machine.NLGL Grade 2 Multipurpose Lithium Base Grease in your machine.
Parts Bag & Literature AssyParts Bag & Literature Assy
Warranty card P/N- 400972Warranty card P/N- 400972
Owner’s Manual P/N-373506Owner’s Manual P/N-373506
General Safety and Warranty manual P/N- 100295General Safety and Warranty manual P/N- 100295
To Uncrate Sod CutterTo Uncrate Sod Cutter::
• SeeSee Fig. 8Fig. 8
• Open the crate from back side (handles of machine should be visible).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 onSet sod cutter to free wheel as shown in Fig. 6 (see Instruction Labels on page 4page 4 ofof
manual)manual)
• Roll the sod cutter out of crate from behindRoll the sod cutter out of crate from behind
Fig. 8Fig. 8
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Operator ControlsOperator Controls
Drive ControlDrive Control: The ground drive controls are located on each handlebar of the machine. The right side lever: 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.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 operatorThe 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”)engages the control. (While either control is engaged, the opposite control is “locked out”)
(See(See Fig. 5Fig. 5))
Blade Engage LeverBlade Engage Lever: Located on the left hand side of the handle bar. It must be fully engaged when in use.: Located on the left hand side of the handle bar. It must be fully engaged when in use.
Blade Height AdjustmentBlade Height Adjustment: : Pre-select cutting depth by inserting depth control pin in the hole which: : Pre-select cutting depth by inserting depth control pin in the hole which corre-corre-
sponds to the depth desired. A chart is provided on a placard near the blade depth control handle. To setsponds 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. Rockdepth 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 handlethe 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.should rest against the depth control pin). You are now ready to start cutting sod.
(See(See Fig. 2Fig. 2))
Free Wheel LeverFree Wheel Lever: Located on top of machine next to the height adjust. Pull the lever out to free wheel and: 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. (Seepush it in to allow the drive to be engaged. (See Fig. 6Fig. 6))
Fig. 5Fig. 5
CONSOLE P/N 373500CONSOLE P/N 373500
Fig. 6Fig. 6
DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504DRIVE ENABLE P/N 373504
Fig 2.Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503
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OperationOperation
Note:Note: Item numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pagesItem numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 16-34.16-34.
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Inspect machine work area andLike 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 andmachine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and
safety.safety.
Starting the EngineStarting the Engine
• Put oil in engine before starting!Put oil in engine before starting!
• See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be levelSee engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used. Engine must be level
when checking and lling oil and gasoline.when checking and lling oil and gasoline.
Engine SpeedEngine Speed: Engine speed is xed.: Engine speed is xed.
Fuel ValveFuel Valve: Move fuel valve to “ON” position.: Move fuel valve to “ON” position.
ChokeChoke: Found on engine above fuel “ON” switch.: Found on engine above fuel “ON” switch.
PullPull: Pull the starting rope to start engine.: Pull the starting rope to start engine.
Forward/Reverse ControlsForward/Reverse Controls: See page 6 “Operator’s Controls”.: See page 6 “Operator’s Controls”.
WARNING:WARNING: Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediatelyDo 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.and check for damaged or worn blade, loose blade bolts, loose engine or lodged foreign objects.
Handling and TransportingHandling and Transporting
• Use loading ramps to move unit into truck or trailer for transport.Use loading ramps to move unit into truck or trailer for transport.
• Do notDo not operate the blade when loading.operate the blade when loading.
• NeverNever load this machine by hand.load this machine by hand.
Cutting OperationCutting Operation
The unit performs best when the ground is wet. If possible, sprinkle the work area several hours before starting.The unit performs best when the ground is wet. If possible, sprinkle the work area several hours before starting.
CAUTION:CAUTION: Use extreme care when operating the blade. Inspect the work area for foreign objects that could causeUse 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 workdamage to the unit or injure the operator if struck by the blade. Never operate the blade with bystanders in the work
area.area.
General OperationGeneral Operation
Position the turf cutter outdoors on sufciently rm, at soil. Read the instructions provided by the engine manufac-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 eitherturer in the relative manual and follow them carefully to prevent situations from arising which may endanger either
persons or the machine.persons or the machine.
TIP:TIP: When using the machine for the rst time, execute maneuvers on at ground free of foreign objects to become 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 previousmore comfortable with machine operation. After switching on the engine, follow the instructions given in the previous
paragraph.paragraph. Be mindful of the machine tipping forward (See Figure 9. on the following page).Be mindful of the machine tipping forward (See Figure 9. on the following page).
WARNING:WARNING: Do notDo not adjust cutting depth while machine is in motion. Choose a cutting depth suitable for the type ofadjust cutting depth while machine is in motion. Choose a cutting depth suitable for the type of
terrain the machine is to be used on.terrain the machine is to be used on.
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Operation ContinuedOperation Continued
1. Choose a depth of cut. See instruction label on the unit1. Choose a depth of cut. See instruction label on the unit (see(see Fig. 2Fig. 2). Note: Sod should be cut). Note: Sod should be cut
leaving a minimum amount of dirt (1/4”-3/8”) attached to the roots. This minimizes its weight forleaving 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.removal and encourages faster growth when reused.
2. Holding both handles, fully engage the blade clutch lever on the operator’s left hand side.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 theRocking 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 (seeblade clutch lever fully engaged at all times when cutting (see Fig. 9Fig. 9).).
3. As ground conditions allow, increase/decrease the ground speed by squeezing the drive lever3. 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 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.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 the4. 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 tospeed control until the unit stops. Using the blade depth adjustment handle raise the blade to
the maximum height possible and lock it in place.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 forward5. Fully engage both blade drive and forward ground drive levers and the unit will drive forward
and complete the cut of the strip.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,6. Release the blade lever and continue to drive the unit forward into position for the next cut,
repeat the process above as required.repeat the process above as required.
Fig 2.Fig 2.
HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503HEIGHT ADJUST P/N 373503
Fig 9.Fig 9.
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MaintenanceMaintenance
Note:Note: Item numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 11-20.Item numbers in ( ) will be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 11-20.
Periodic MaintanencePeriodic Maintanence
Note:Note: Blade, drive belts, and chains are normal wear items. SeeBlade, drive belts, and chains are normal wear items. See Fig. 11Fig. 11 for Chain conguration. These should for Chain conguration. These should
be inspected on a regular basis and replaced if worn. Also see your Billy Goat Dealer for servicing yourbe inspected on a regular basis and replaced if worn. Also see your Billy Goat Dealer for servicing your
machine.machine.
Maintenance operation to be performed atMaintenance operation to be performed at
every indicated month or operating hour,every indicated month or operating hour,
whichever comes rst. whichever comes rst.
EveryEvery
UseUse
EveryEvery
25 Hrs25 Hrs
EveryEvery
50 Hrs50 Hrs
EveryEvery
100 Hrs100 Hrs
EveryEvery
200200
HrsHrs
EveryEvery
300300
HrsHrs
Check engine oil (Add if necessary)Check engine oil (Add if necessary) ••
Change engine oilChange engine oil ••
Check Air Filter (Clean if necessary)Check Air Filter (Clean if necessary) ••
Clean air lterClean air lter ••
Replace air lter Replace air lter ••
Lubricate chainsLubricate chains ••
Check chains for tensionCheck chains for tension ••
Inspect axle area between wheels forInspect axle area between wheels for
build-up. Clean by removing front and rearbuild-up. Clean by removing front and rear
access plates between wheels.access plates between wheels. ••
Check and adjustCheck and adjust
sparkplugsparkplug ••
Replace sparkplugReplace sparkplug ••
Replace cutting blade (If worn past 2.00”Replace cutting blade (If worn past 2.00”
wide limit)wide limit) ••
Sharpen cutting bladeSharpen cutting blade ••
Check traction beltsCheck traction belts ••
Replace traction beltsReplace traction belts ••
Grease upper Pinion Bearing on Gear-Grease upper Pinion Bearing on Gear-
box (Use MOBOLITH SHC 220 grease orbox (Use MOBOLITH SHC 220 grease or
equivalent)equivalent) ••
Grease jackshaft bearingsGrease jackshaft bearings ••
Inspect for loose, worn or damaged partsInspect for loose, worn or damaged parts ••
Check rear caster rodCheck rear caster rod
Check for excessive vibrationCheck for excessive vibration ••
Inspect drive cables for wear (adjust ifInspect drive cables for wear (adjust if
necessary)necessary) ••
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Maintenance ContinuedMaintenance Continued
Belt ReplacementBelt Replacement
Note:Note: SeeSee Fig. 10Fig. 10 for belt conguration. for belt conguration.
Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before carrying out any maintenance or repair workSwitch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire before carrying out any maintenance or repair work
on the machine.on the machine.
If a belt is worn or breaks it should be replaced as follows:If a belt is worn or breaks it should be replaced as follows:
Note:Note: seesee pages 16-34 for part illustrationspages 16-34 for part illustrations
Blade BeltBlade Belt
1. Disconnect the spark plug, and then remove the guards.1. Disconnect the spark plug, and then remove the guards.
2. Remove the master link on the lower drive chain2. Remove the master link on the lower drive chain to allow the beltto allow the belt to be slipped past.to be slipped past.
3. Loosen the blade drive belt guides3. Loosen the blade drive belt guides by loosening the nut and bolt holding them to the base. Do not complete-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 thely 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.blade drive belt from the engine drive pulley.
4. Walk the old belt off of the engine drive pulley and the rear gearbox 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 pulley5. 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 theonto the belt engagement arm and remove this pulley. In this way, you can now slip the belt out from under the
blade engagement arm.blade engagement arm.
6. Install the new belt by reversing the steps used to remove the old belt.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 operation7. 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.8. Reinstall the lower drive chain onto the jackshaft by reinserting the master link.
9. Reinstall the guards.9. Reinstall the guards.
10. Check for proper operation.10. Check for proper operation.
Fig 10. Belt CongurationFig 10. Belt Conguration Fig 11. Chain CongurationFig 11. Chain Conguration
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Maintenance ContinuedMaintenance Continued
Checking and Replacing the BladeChecking and Replacing the Blade
• Always check the state of the blade• Always check the state of the blade bebefore commencing work. Do not forget to switch off thefore commencing work. Do not forget to switch off the
engine!engine!
• Remove the sparkplug wire.• Remove the sparkplug wire.
• During work operations if the blade strikes stones or stumps stop straightaway and make sure that• During work operations if the blade strikes stones or stumps stop straightaway and make sure that
it has not become bent or broken. A damaged blade must be replaced.it has not become bent or broken. A damaged blade must be replaced.
• If the blade is very worn, cracked or bent, it may snap and project objects outwards, risking• If the blade is very worn, cracked or bent, it may snap and project objects outwards, risking
serious injury.serious injury.
• Use heavy-duty work gloves to check or replace the blade to avoid risk of injury to hands.• Use heavy-duty work gloves to check or replace the blade to avoid risk of injury to hands.
• The blade xing screws and relative nuts• The blade xing screws and relative nuts are also subject to wear. Alwaysare also subject to wear. Always
replace them at the same time as the blade, using bolts and screws of the samereplace them at the same time as the blade, using bolts and screws of the same
grade and type. Torque the bolts to 26-28 ft. lbs. (35.25-37.96 N.m)grade and type. Torque the bolts to 26-28 ft. lbs. (35.25-37.96 N.m)
• The blade wears more quickly on dry, sandy ground. In these conditions it should be replaced• The blade wears more quickly on dry, sandy ground. In these conditions it should be replaced
more frequently.more frequently.
To remove the blade, proceed as follows:To remove the blade, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire1. Switch off the engine and disconnect the spark plug wire
2. Adjust the cutting height to maximum2. Adjust the cutting height to maximum
3. Check the state of the blade. Check that the blade is not cracked, bent, excessively worn or3. Check the state of the blade. Check that the blade is not cracked, bent, excessively worn or
brokenbroken
4. When replacement or inspection is completed, reattach spark plug4. When replacement or inspection is completed, reattach spark plug
ChecksChecks
• Adjust the belt and cable control tension after the rst few working hours to account for initial • Adjust the belt and cable control tension after the rst few working hours to account for initial
break-in.break-in.
• Briey operate all the machine's components to detect any abnormal noises or overheating.• Briey operate all the machine's components to detect any abnormal noises or overheating.
• During the initial running in period avoid heavy-duty usage to encourage proper break-in of• During the initial running in period avoid heavy-duty usage to encourage proper break-in of
mechanical parts.mechanical parts.
•• NeverNever neglect maintenance operations after work and carry out all prescribed checks regularly.neglect maintenance operations after work and carry out all prescribed checks regularly.
Drive BeltDrive Belt
1. Disconnect the spark plug, and then remove the guards.1. Disconnect the spark plug, and then remove the guards.
2. Loosen the blade drive belt guides by loosening the nut and bolt holding them to the base. Do not complete-2. 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 thely 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.blade drive belt from the engine drive pulley.
3. Using a 3/8” drive wrench handle, insert it into the transmission drive belt idler arm and turn the idler arm3. Using a 3/8” drive wrench handle, insert it into the transmission drive belt idler arm and turn the idler arm
clockwise looking down from the top of the machine. This will provide enough leverage to remove the belt fromclockwise looking down from the top of the machine. This will provide enough leverage to remove the belt from
the engine drive pulley.the engine drive pulley.
4. Once the belt is removed from the engine drive pulley, there will be enough slack that the idler arm will swing4. Once the belt is removed from the engine drive pulley, there will be enough slack that the idler arm will swing
free. The idler arm tension spring will most likely become loose from it’s anchor point.free. The idler arm tension spring will most likely become loose from it’s anchor point.
5. Slip the transmission drive belt from around the transmission pulley and pull out of the front of the machine5. Slip the transmission drive belt from around the transmission pulley and pull out of the front of the machine
navigating the belt from around the idler arm.navigating the belt from around the idler arm.
6. Pull the belt out of the bottom of the machine through the hole under the engine drive pulley.6. Pull the belt out of the bottom of the machine through the hole under the engine drive pulley.
7. Install the new belt by reversing the steps used to remove the old belt.7. Install the new belt by reversing the steps used to remove the old belt.
8. Place the blade drive belt guides back in their original locations to insure proper operation8. Place the blade drive belt guides back in their original locations to insure proper operation
9. Reinstall the guards.9. Reinstall the guards.
10. Check for proper operation.10. Check for proper operation.
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Maintenance ContinuedMaintenance Continued
Cable Control AdjustmentCable Control Adjustment
To adjust the cables place the machine on at ground, switch off To adjust the cables place the machine on at ground, switch off
the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug.the engine and disconnect the wire from the spark plug.
Blade and Drive Control CablesBlade and Drive Control Cables
Adjustments to the tension on the cables are made by adjustingAdjustments to the tension on the cables are made by adjusting
the barrel length located on the handle. By extending the barrelthe barrel length located on the handle. By extending the barrel
out, more tension will be put on the cable. Make sure that you doout, more tension will be put on the cable. Make sure that you do
not apply too much tension as this will cause premature failure ornot apply too much tension as this will cause premature failure or
cause the lever to engage when it is not wanted.cause the lever to engage when it is not wanted.
Note:Note: Apply lithiumApply lithium grease to the slots on the drive levers wheregrease to the slots on the drive levers where
the cable sits to avoid premature failure.the cable sits to avoid premature failure.
INCREASEINCREASE
DECREASEDECREASE
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TroubleshootingTroubleshooting
ProblemProblem Possible CausePossible Cause SolutionSolution
Engine will not start.Engine will not start. • Rocker Stop switch on operators• Rocker Stop switch on operators
console is in “stop” position.console is in “stop” position.
• Choke not on.• Choke not on.
• Out of gasoline, bad or old gas.• Out of gasoline, bad or old gas.
• Spark plug wire disconnected.• Spark plug wire disconnected.
• Dirty air cleaner.• Dirty air cleaner.
• Blade clutch is engaged• Blade clutch is engaged
• Move Rocker Stop switch on• Move Rocker Stop switch on
operators console to “run” position.operators console to “run” position.
• Check engine.• Check engine.
• Check Gasoline.• Check Gasoline.
• Check for spark with an approved• Check for spark with an approved
testtester.er.
• Clean or replace air cleaner.• Clean or replace air cleaner.
• Disengage the blade clutch lever.• Disengage the blade clutch lever.
Engine runs poorlyEngine runs poorly Spark plug wire loose. CarburetorSpark plug wire loose. Carburetor
out of adjustment. Water or dirtout of adjustment. Water or dirt
in fuel system. Spark plug fouled,in fuel system. Spark plug fouled,
faulty or wrong gapfaulty or wrong gap
Adjust carburetor (refer to engineAdjust carburetor (refer to engine
manual). Reset gap or replacemanual). Reset gap or replace
spark plug (refer to engine manu-spark plug (refer to engine manu-
al).al).
Belt slipsBelt slips “Clutch cable out of adjustment.“Clutch cable out of adjustment.
Belt worn.Belt worn.
Trying to cut too deep for soil con-Trying to cut too deep for soil con-
ditions.”ditions.”
“Adjust clutch cable.“Adjust clutch cable.
Replace belt.Replace belt.
Replace blade or irrigate soddedReplace blade or irrigate sodded
area.”area.”
Abnormal vibrationAbnormal vibration “Loose cutting blade.“Loose cutting blade.
Handlebar vibration mounts old orHandlebar vibration mounts old or
worn.worn.
Loose engine bolts”Loose engine bolts”
“Stop work immediately.“Stop work immediately.
Check blade mounting bolts.Check blade mounting bolts.
Replace damaged or bent blade ifReplace damaged or bent blade if
required.required.
Inspect handlebar vibrationInspect handlebar vibration
mounts.mounts.
Check engine mounting.”Check engine mounting.”
Will not cut or has poor cuttingWill not cut or has poor cutting
performanceperformance
“Dull or damaged Blade.“Dull or damaged Blade.
Debris locked against blade.Debris locked against blade.
Engine running at too low RPM.Engine running at too low RPM.
Sod is too dry.”Sod is too dry.”
“Sharpen or replace blade.“Sharpen or replace blade.
Remove debris.Remove debris.
Check engine RPM (refer to en-Check engine RPM (refer to en-
gine manual).gine manual).
Irrigate area where cutting sod.”Irrigate area where cutting sod.”
Drive will not engageDrive will not engage “Transmission by-pass rod is in“Transmission by-pass rod is in
neutralneutral
Drive cable out of adjustment.Drive cable out of adjustment.
Broken drive cable.Broken drive cable.
Worn or broken belt.”Worn or broken belt.”
“Dis-engage transmission by-pass“Dis-engage transmission by-pass
rod.rod.
Adjust drive cable.Adjust drive cable.
Replace with new cable. ReplaceReplace with new cable. Replace
belt.”belt.”
Drive will not releaseDrive will not release “RTN mechanism out of adjust-“RTN mechanism out of adjust-
ment.ment.
Drive cable out of adjustment.Drive cable out of adjustment.
Damaged drive lever.”Damaged drive lever.”
“Adjust RTN mechanism.“Adjust RTN mechanism.
Adjust drive cable.Adjust drive cable.
Replace drive lever.”Replace drive lever.”
Engine is locked, will not pull overEngine is locked, will not pull over “Oil in cylinder due to having“Oil in cylinder due to having
engine tipped with head down tooengine tipped with head down too
long.long.
Damaged engine.”Damaged engine.”
“Remove sparkplug and turn“Remove sparkplug and turn
engine over to clear oil. Cleanengine over to clear oil. Clean
sparkplug and replace.sparkplug and replace.
Refer to engine owner’s manual.”Refer to engine owner’s manual.”
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Engine Service and WarrantyEngine Service and Warranty
When servicing engine refer to specic manufacturer’s engine owner's manual. All engine warranty When servicing engine refer to specic manufacturer’s engine owner's manual. All engine warranty
is covered by the specic engine manufacturer. If your engine requires warranty or other repair work is covered by the specic engine manufacturer. If your engine requires warranty or other repair work
contact your local servicing engine dealer. When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea tocontact your local servicing engine dealer. When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to
have your engine model number available for reference (See table on page 3). If you cannot locatehave your engine model number available for reference (See table on page 3). If you cannot locate
a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturer’s national service organization:a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturer’s national service organization:
American Honda- 800-426-7701American Honda- 800-426-7701
Warranty Claim ProcedureWarranty Claim Procedure
Should a BILLY GOAT® machine fail due to a defect in material and/or workmanship, the ownerShould a BILLY GOAT® machine fail due to a defect in material and/or workmanship, the owner
should make a warranty claim as follows:should make a warranty claim as follows:
• The machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized• The machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized
Servicing BILLY GOAT Dealer.Servicing BILLY GOAT Dealer.
• The owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card, or, if this is not• The owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card, or, if this is not
available, the invoice or receipt.available, the invoice or receipt.
• The Warranty Claim will be completed by the authorized BILLY GOAT Dealer and submitted to• The Warranty Claim will be completed by the authorized BILLY GOAT Dealer and submitted to
their respective BILLY GOAT Distributor for their territory Attention: Service Manager. Any partstheir respective BILLY GOAT Distributor for their territory Attention: Service Manager. Any parts
replaced under warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days. The model number and serialreplaced under warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days. The model number and serial
number of the unit must be stated in the Warranty Claim.number of the unit must be stated in the Warranty Claim.
• The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for con-• The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for con-
sideration.sideration.
• The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts• The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts
to be returned for examination. BILLY GOAT will notify their conclusions to the distributor serviceto be returned for examination. BILLY GOAT will notify their conclusions to the distributor service
manager from whom the claim was received.manager from whom the claim was received.
• The decision by the Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT to approve or reject a War-• The decision by the Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT to approve or reject a War-
ranty Claim is nal and binding.ranty Claim is nal and binding.
For online product registration go to www.billygoat.comFor online product registration go to www.billygoat.com
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Maintenance RecordMaintenance Record
DateDate Service PerformedService Performed
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Part No. 373506Part No. 373506 373506_C_HI373506_C_HI
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Gearbox AssemblyGearbox Assembly
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Part No. 373506Part No. 373506 373506_C_HI373506_C_HI
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Gearbox AssemblyGearbox Assembly
Item No.Item No. DescriptionDescription Part No.Part No. QTYQTY Part No.Part No. QTYQTY
11KIT, SC REPLACEMENT BLADEKIT, SC REPLACEMENT BLADE 371203-S371203-S 22371203-S371203-S 22
22SHCS, 5/16-18 X 1.25 BLK OX W/RED PATCHSHCS, 5/16-18 X 1.25 BLK OX W/RED PATCH 362289362289 22362289362289 22
33ROD, CONNECTING ASSY SC181HROD, CONNECTING ASSY SC181H 373016373016 22373016373016 22
55GEARBOX, SPIRAL BEVEL 2:1 CURTISGEARBOX, SPIRAL BEVEL 2:1 CURTIS 373233373233 11373233373233 11
SC181 GEARBOX SEAL KITSC181 GEARBOX SEAL KIT 373602373602 11373602373602 11
66ECCENTRIC, BLADE DRIVE SC181HECCENTRIC, BLADE DRIVE SC181H 373237373237 22373237373237 22
77BAR, PUSHBAR, PUSH 373238373238 11373238373238 11
88WASHER, CONNECTING RODWASHER, CONNECTING ROD 373281373281 22373281373281 22
99KEY 1/4” SQ X 1.00”KEY 1/4” SQ X 1.00” 92011139201113 2292011139201113 22
1010 SCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 2 1/2” HCS ZPSCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 2 1/2” HCS ZP 80410128041012 2280410128041012 22
1111 NUT LOCK, 1/4-20 LT WT TH ZPNUT LOCK, 1/4-20 LT WT TH ZP 81610408161040 2281610408161040 22
1212 SCR-CAP, SH .3125”-24 X 0.875” G8 ZPSCR-CAP, SH .3125”-24 X 0.875” G8 ZP 80490018049001 2280490018049001 22
1313 ARM, BLADE SC181HARM, BLADE SC181H 373014373014 22373014373014 22
2626 SCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZPSCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZP 80410288041028 2280410288041028 22
2828 WASHER 1.125 OD x 0.344 ID x .25 THK ZPWASHER 1.125 OD x 0.344 ID x .25 THK ZP 441150441150 22441150441150 22
3232 WASHER, BELLEVILLE CONTACT .323X.717X.05WASHER, BELLEVILLE CONTACT .323X.717X.05 81810108181010 2281810108181010 22
9999 SCR-CAP, SH .375” - 16 X 1.250” G8 ZPSCR-CAP, SH .375” - 16 X 1.250” G8 ZP 80481278048127 4480481278048127 44
100100 - WSHR-NORD LOCK 0.406” X 0.654” ZP- WSHR-NORD LOCK 0.406” X 0.654” ZP 81820018182001 4481820018182001 44
114114 RING, RETAINING DHO-47RING, RETAINING DHO-47 373236373236 22373236373236 22
123123 WASHER 5/16 SAE Z/PWASHER 5/16 SAE Z/P 81720088172008 2281720088172008 22
124124 NUT 5/16-24 FIN HEX ZPNUT 5/16-24 FIN HEX ZP 81490028149002 2281490028149002 22
125125 CONNECTING ROD, MACHINED SC181CONNECTING ROD, MACHINED SC181 373234373234 22373234373234 22
126126 BEARING, 6205 25MM BORE ARMORED SEALSBEARING, 6205 25MM BORE ARMORED SEALS 373280373280 22373280373280 22
127127 SCREWCAP 5/16-24 x 2” GR.8 w/PATCHSCREWCAP 5/16-24 x 2” GR.8 w/PATCH 350204350204 22350204350204 22
131131 SCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 1” HCS ZPSCREWCAP 1/4”-20 X 1” HCS ZP 80410068041006 2280410068041006 22
132132 WASHER LOCK 1/4 S/T MEDWASHER LOCK 1/4 S/T MED 81770108177010 2281770108177010 22
133133 BUSHING, TAPERED HUB Ø1.000” BOREBUSHING, TAPERED HUB Ø1.000” BORE 373240373240 11373240373240 11
134134 PULLEY, BLADE DRIVEPULLEY, BLADE DRIVE 373230373230 11373230373230 11
SC181HSC181H SC181HGSC181HG
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Wheel Drive AssemblyWheel Drive Assembly
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Wheel Drive AssemblyWheel Drive Assembly
Item No.Item No. DescriptionDescription Part No.Part No. QTYQTY Part No.Part No. QTYQTY
22SHCS, 5/16-18 X 1.25 BLK OX W/RED PATCHSHCS, 5/16-18 X 1.25 BLK OX W/RED PATCH 362289362289 33362289362289 33
1414 JACKSHAFT, WHEEL DRIVEJACKSHAFT, WHEEL DRIVE 373218373218 11373218373218 11
1515 CHAIN, #40 X 58 PITCHESCHAIN, #40 X 58 PITCHES 373220373220 11373220373220 11
1616 BEARING, FLANGETTE ASSY 1.25” BOREBEARING, FLANGETTE ASSY 1.25” BORE 373221-S373221-S
22
373221-S373221-S
22
1717 SPROCKET, #40 X 25 TEETH, THREE HOLE MOUSPROCKET, #40 X 25 TEETH, THREE HOLE MOU 373227373227 11373227373227 11
1818 WHEEL, DRIVE SOD CUTTERWHEEL, DRIVE SOD CUTTER 373228373228 22----
WHEEL, DRIVE SC181H GOLFWHEEL, DRIVE SC181H GOLF ----373321373321 22
1919 SPROCKET, 40B42, 1.00” BORESPROCKET, 40B42, 1.00” BORE 373317373317 11373317373317 11
2020 AXLE, DRIVE SC181H MACHINEDAXLE, DRIVE SC181H MACHINED 373270373270 11373270373270 11
2121 SPACER, Ø1.25 X .109 WALL X 4.531 LGSPACER, Ø1.25 X .109 WALL X 4.531 LG 373402373402 22373402373402 22
2222 NUT JAM 7/8”NUT JAM 7/8” 350155350155 22350155350155 22
2323 MACHINERY BUSHING 1” X 1 1/2 X 14 GAMACHINERY BUSHING 1” X 1 1/2 X 14 GA 362205362205 11362205362205 11
2424 SPROCKET, #40B12, 1” BORESPROCKET, #40B12, 1” BORE 371291371291 11371291371291 11
2525 BEARING FLANGED 1.0 DIABEARING FLANGED 1.0 DIA 381042381042 22381042381042 22
2626 SCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZPSCREWCAP 5/16”-18 X 1” GR 5 HCS ZP 80410288041028 2280410288041028 22
2727 SCREWCAP 3/8”-16 X 1 1/4” HCS ZPSCREWCAP 3/8”-16 X 1 1/4” HCS ZP 80410518041051 4480410518041051 44
2828 WASHER 1.125 OD x 0.344 ID x .25 THK ZPWASHER 1.125 OD x 0.344 ID x .25 THK ZP 441150441150 22441150441150 22
2929 1008 WOODRUFF1008 WOODRUFF 373226373226 22373226373226 22
3030 BOLT CARRIAGE 3/8-16 X 1 1/4” ZPBOLT CARRIAGE 3/8-16 X 1 1/4” ZP 80240598024059 6680240598024059 66
3131 NUT LOCK 3/8-16 HEXNUT LOCK 3/8-16 HEX 81600038160003 9981600038160003 99
3232 WASHER, BELLEVILLE CONTACT .323X.717X.05WASHER, BELLEVILLE CONTACT .323X.717X.05 81810108181010 2281810108181010 22
9292 CHAIN, #40 X 54 PITCHESCHAIN, #40 X 54 PITCHES 373219373219 11373219373219 11
111111 KEY 1/4” SQ X 0.875”KEY 1/4” SQ X 0.875” 92011119201111 1192011119201111 11
SC181HSC181H SC181HGSC181HG
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Handle Bar AssemblyHandle Bar Assembly
NOT FOR REPRODUCTION