7SOUND, 8VIBRATION | Billy Goat HW650SP specification

5IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.”

THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY.

WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

WARNING: DO NOT

1.DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an odorless and deadly poison.

2.DO NOT place hands or feet near moving or rotating parts.

3.DO NOT store, spill or use gasoline near an open ﬂame, or devices such as a stove, furnace, or water heater which use a pilot light or devices which can create a spark.

4.DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not well ventilated. Outdoor refueling is recom- mended.

5.DO NOT fill fuel tank while engine is running. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes before refueling. Store fuel in approved safety containers.

6.DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while engine is running.

7.DO NOT operate engine when smell of gasoline is present or other explosive condi- tions exist.

8.DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move machine away from the spill and avoid creating any ignition until the gasoline has evaporated.

9.DO NOT transport unit with fuel in tank.

10.DO NOT smoke when ﬁlling fuel tank.

11.DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine. Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine speed before stopping.

12.DO NOT run engine at excessive speeds. This may result in injury & /or damage to unit.

13.DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor links or other parts which may change the governed engine speed.

14.DO NOT tamper with the engine speed selected by the engine manufacturer.

15.DO NOT check for spark with spark plug or spark plug wire removed. Use an approved tester.

16.DO NOT crank engine with spark plug removed. If engine is ﬂooded, place throttle in “FAST” position and crank until engine starts.

17.DO NOT strike ﬂywheel with a hard object or metal tool as this may cause flywheel to shatter in operation. Use proper tools to service engine.

18.DO NOT operate engine without a mufﬂer. Inspect periodically and replace, if necessary. If engine is equipped with muffler deflector, inspect periodically and replace, if necessary, with correct deﬂector.

19.DO NOT operate engine with an accumula- tion of grass, leaves, dirt or other combustible material in the mufﬂer area.

20.DO NOT use this engine on any forest covered, brush covered, or grass covered unimproved land unless a spark arrester is installed on the mufﬂer. The arrester must be maintained in effective working order by the operator. In the State of California the above is required by law (Section 4442 of the California Public Resources Code). Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

21.DO NOT touch hot mufﬂer, cylinder, or ﬁns

because contact may cause burns.

22.DO NOT run engine without air cleaner or air cleaner cover.

23.DO NOT operate during excessive vibra- tion!

24.DO NOT leave machine unattended while in operation.

25.DO NOT park machine on a steep grade or slope.

WARNING: DO

1.ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the spark plug when servicing the engine or equipment TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL STARTING.

2.DO keep cylinder ﬁns and governor parts

free of grass and other debris	which can
affect engine speed.

3.DO pull starter cord slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to avoid kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.

4.DO examine mufﬂer periodically to be sure it is functioning effectively. A worn or leaking mufﬂer should be repaired or replaced as necessary.

5.DO use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum carburetor and cause leakage.

6.DO check fuel lines and ﬁttings frequently for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary

7.Follow engine manufacturer operating and maintenance instructions.

8.Inspect machine and work area before starting unit.

6TABLE OF CONTENTS


SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS						2
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS						2
GENERAL SAFETY						3
GENERAL SAFETY						3
ASSEMBLY						4
ASSEMBLY						4
LIT. BAG & CONTROLS						4
LIT. BAG & CONTROLS						4
LABELS						4
LABELS						4
OPERATION			5			- 7
OPERATION			5			- 7
MAINTENANCE		7				- 9
MAINTENANCE		7				- 9
PARTS DRAWING & LIST	10					- 11
PARTS DRAWING & LIST	10					- 11
TROUBLESHOOTING					12
TROUBLESHOOTING					12
WARRANTY PROCEDURE				12
WARRANTY PROCEDURE				12

7SOUND

Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC and were performed on 2/21/2002 under the conditions listed:

NOTE: Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model in this manual. Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound power level for your model.

Sound level of 87 dBA at operator position

	GENERAL CONDITION:	Sunny
	TEMPERATURE:	49 °F (9.4 °C)
	WIND SPEED:	8 MPH (12.9 kmh)
101	WIND DIRECTION:	South East
101	HUMIDITY:	53%
	HUMIDITY:	53%
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:		30.15" Hg (766mm Hg)

8VIBRATION

VIBRATION LEVEL 1.1g

Vibration levels at the operators handles were mea- sured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on 05/19/95 under the conditions listed:

GENERAL CONDITION:		Sunny
TEMPERATURE:		79 °F (26.4 °C)
WIND SPEED:		7 MPH (11 kmh)
WIND DIRECTION:		South West
HUMIDITY:		38%
BAROMETRIC
PRESSURE:		30.25" Hg (768mm Hg)

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Form No. F102802D

HW650SP specifications

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