Billy Goat KV601 User manual

KV PUSH Owner’s Manual
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Image shown with optional accessories
KV VACUUM Owner's Manual
KV601, KV650H, KV601FB, KV650HFB
Beginning Serial #: 102515001
Accessories
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
ON BOARD
VACUUM
HOSE KIT
4" x 7.5'
(102mm x
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
P/N 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 891153
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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CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS AND SAFETY 3
INSTRUCTION LABELS 4
PACKING CHECKLIST 5
ASSEMBLY 6
OPERATION _ 7
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 8
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PART LISTS 9-10
Go to http://www.billygoat.com for French-Canadian translations of the product manuals.
Visitez http://www.billygoat.com pour la version canadienne-française des manuels de produits.
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SPECIFICATIONS
KV601 KV650H KV601FB KV650HFB
Engine HP 4.95 (3.69 kW) 6.5 (4.85kW) 4.95 (3.69 kW) 6.5 (4.85kW)
Engine Type B&S Professional Series HONDA B&S Professional Series HONDA
Engine: Model 121R GSV190LN1L 121R GSV190N1L
Fuel capacity 1.2 qt. (1.14 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L) 1.2 qt. (1.14 L) 1.6 qt. (1.5 L)
Engine Oil capacity 0.56 qt. (0.53 L) 0.58 qt (0.54 L) 0.56 qt. (0.53 L) 0.58 qt (0.54 L)
Total Unit weight 116lb (52.6kg) 125lb (57kg) 116lb (52.6kg) 125lb (57kg)
Overall length 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m) 59” (1.5m)
Overall width 26. 5” (0.7m) 26.5” (0.7m) 26. 5” (0.7m) 26.5” (0.7m)
Overall height 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m) 42.75” (1.1m)
Max. operating slope 200200200200
SAFETY
WARNING
This 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 of California to cause
birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
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INSTRUCTION LABELS
The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT®KV Vacuum. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them
before operating this equipment. For your convenience in ordering replacement labels, part numbers are included in the
Illustrated Parts List. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.
LABEL DANGER KEEP HANDS LABEL SAFETY PROTECT ITEM #20 DANGER FLYING DEBRIS
AND FEET AWAY P/N 100346 ITEM # 19 P/N 810736
ITEM #18 P/N 400424
LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL SPARK ARRESTOR DEBRIS BAG FOLDING LABEL
ITEM # 16 P/N 400268 P/N 100252 LOCATED ON BAG
ENGINE LABELS
ENGINE CONTROLS
HONDA BRIGGS & STRATTON
Read Owner’s Manual Before Operating.
Lire le manuel d’utilisation avant la mise en route.
Vor Inbetriebnahme Bedienungs - und Wartungsanleitung lesen.
Favor leer las instrucciones de operacion antes de operar el motor.
Consultare il Manuale Uso e Manutenzione prima dell utilizzo.
Las Skotselinstruktionen Innan Start.
Honda Throttle Control
Briggs Throttle Control
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PACKING CHECKLIST
Your Billy Goat KV Vacuum is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled except for the upper handle, debris
bag, and bag quick disconnect.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING
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.
Boxing Parts
Checklist
Debris Bag
P/N-891132
OR
Felt Bag
P/N-891126
Literature Assy
P/N-891123
Connector Quick
Disconnect
P/N-890630
Honda 6.5
GSV 190
Briggs & Stratton
Professional Series
PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY
Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-891203, General Safety and Warnings Manual- 100294, Declaration of
Conformity P/N-100506, Ty-Wraps 900407 (qty2).
Use Ty-wraps
here
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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: Items in ( ) can be referenced in the Parts Illustration and Parts List on pages 10-11.
1. ASSEMBLE the upper handle (Item 11) to the lower handle
(Item 10). Line up the holes on the upper and lower handles.
Insert bolt (Item 49) with threads facing inside. Fasten the
handles together with the black knob (Item 57). Thread the
knob onto the bolt, and hand-tighten by rotating the knob
clockwise. Repeat this step on the other side of the handle to
secure the upper handle to the lower handle.
2. ATTACH the throttle lever (Item 23) to outside the handle
tubing. Insert bolt (Item 39) with washer (Item 36) from the
inside, with threads facing out. Secure the throttle lever with
second washer (Item 36) and nut (Item 37). Tighten with a
7/16” socket and wrench. Once attached, use a zip-tie to
secure the cable to the handle. Trim excess zip-tie with snips.
3. UNFOLD the debris bag (Item 21). Locate the quick
disconnect scoop (Item 12). Insert the quick disconnect
scoop into the bag through the large opening. Maneuver the
quick disconnect scoop through the bag and out the small
opening. Tighten the ratchet strap over the quick disconnect
scoop to secure. Close the large opening of the debris bag.
4. INSTALL the debris bag onto the housing discharge chute.
Open the discharge flap (Item 6) at the back of the housing.
Slide the quick disconnect scoop downward onto the housing
discharge chute.
5. ATTACH the debris bag to the upper handle. Note the bag
straps in each of the four corners of the bag. Each strap has
an eyelet (B, Fig 2). Use the eyelets to hang the bag onto the
upper handle posts (Item 13).
6. CONNECT spark plug wire from the engine to the unit.
7. FILL the engine with oil and gasoline before starting.
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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. (See Fig. 4)
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 the 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 felt bag is available for use where debris will be vacuumed in dusty conditions (see “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 and General Operation
manual”).
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 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.
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 
IMPELLER REMOVAL
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Drain fuel and oil from the engine.
3. Remove bag, quick release, and upper handle. Do not kink, stretch, or break control cables, control housings, or
end fittings while removing handles.
4. Remove housing top plate by removing bolts around outside of housing.
5. Leaving engine fastened to top plate, turn it upside down so the impeller is on top.
6. Remove impeller bolt and lock washer and washer.
7. Lift impeller upward. If impeller slides freely, proceed to step 10.
8. To loosen Impeller, place two crowbars between impeller and housing on opposite sides. Pry impeller away from
engine until it loosens. Using a penetrating oil can help loosen a stuck impeller.
9. If the impeller does not loosen, use two pry bars and pull the impeller near the hub away from the engine, this
should loosen it and allow you to remove the impeller from shaft. Using a penetrating oil can help loosen a stuck
impeller.
10. Using a new impeller bolt and lockwasher and washer, reinstall new impeller in reverse order.
11. Tighten impeller bolt. Torque impeller bolt to 33-38 Ft. Lbs. (44-51 N.m) (see item 30 on page 15).
12. Reinstall engine onto housing in reverse order of removal.
13. Gas and oil engine.
14. Reinstall spark plug wire.
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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
7).
Too much dust coming from
bag
Vacuuming very dry, brittle or small debris
Switch to felt bag (see page 1
"Accessories").
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KV PUSH PARTS DRAWING
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