Starting, Cutting Operation | Billy Goat HW650SP manual

16OPERATION

INTENDED USE: This unit is mainly designed for cutting grass. Some overgrown weeds, and taller grass may also be cut. Be sure to inspect work area and machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety.

Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine. Do not operate unit

in areas where bystanders may be present.

Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for damaged or worn blade, loose blade jam nut, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. Note: See maintenance section for proper blade jam nut

torque speciﬁcations.

16.1STARTING

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE

STARTING.

ENGINE: See engine manufacturer’s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used.

Engine must be level when checking and ﬁlling oil and gasoline.

ENGINE SPEED: Set at factory. The engine runs at a constant speed.

FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (when provided on engine).

1.Select desired cutting height before starting engine.

2.Place mower on a sidewalk or driveway where the mower blade is in an unloaded condition. If it must be started on the lawn, move mower over previously cut grass.

3.Be sure drive bail is not engaged.

4.Prime to choke.Prime is located in front of the engine.

5.Pull back on operator presence control, then pull back on starter rope slowly until resistance is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to start. Repeat if necessary.

16.2CUTTING OPERATION

CAUTION: The mower blade will be rotating when- ever engine is running.

CAUTION: Stop Blade when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads and under all conditions where thrown objects might be a hazard.

CLEARING A CLOGGED CUTTING DECK: Turn engine off and wait for blade to stop completely. Disconnect spark plug wire.

Wearing durable gloves, remove clog. Danger, the clog may contain sharp materials. Reconnect spark plug wire.

CAUTION: Use extreme care when operating the blade. Inspect the work area for foriegn 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 work area.

16.3CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

CAUTION: DO NOT make cutting height adjustment when engine is running.

Cutting height can be adjusted from 2" to 4" by 1/2" incre- ments by lowering or rasing the deck. For easiest adjustment change the height from one side at a time. To change cutting height, remove lock pins, raise or lower deck to desired height, then reinsert lock pins. Repeat this step on other side

NOTE: Be sure that the deck is level. Running the deck out of level will result in poor cut quality and increased belt wear.

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HW650SP specifications

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