1
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
2
SHREDDER KIT
P/N 890209.
Shreds leaves, reducing total
volume.
ON BOARD VACUUM
HOSE KIT
P/N 890041. 4"(102mm) x
7' (2.13m)
For vacuuming in hard to
reach areas.
NOZZLE WEAR PLATES
P/N 890413.
(STD. ON KD512HCS)
Extends nozzle life when
used along curbs and hard
surfaces.
OPTIONAL DEBRIS BAGS
STANDARD TURF PRO
DEBRIS BAG
P/N 890028.
For use in leaves and grass in
non-dusty conditions.
DEBRIS BAG COVER
P/N 900801
Directs dust downward away
from operator.
T h a n k Y o u f o r S e l e c t i n g
ZIPPERLESS QUICK BAG
P/N 890309
For non dusty conditions that
are damaging to zippers.
The Powerful KD VACUUM
Operator Owner's Manual
CASTER KIT
P/N 890412
For use on hard surface
KD512, KD512HC, KD512HCS
3
Specifications
KD512
KD512HC
KD512HCS
ENGINE: H.P.
ENGINE: TYPE
5.0 (3.73 kW)
B&S QUANTUM
1.5qt. (1.4 L)
0.63qt. (0.6 L)
98# (44.5 kg)
5.5 (4.11 kW)
HONDA OHC
1.16qt. (1.1 L)
0.58qt. (0.6 L)
99# (45.0 kg)
124# (56.0 kg)
22# (10.0 kg)
5.5 (4.11 kW)
HONDA OHC
1.16qt. (1.1 L)
0.58qt. (0.6 L)
116# (52.6 kg)
138# (63.0 kg)
22# (10.0 kg)
ENGINE: FUEL CAP
ENGINE: OIL CAP
WEIGHT: UNIT
WEIGHT: SHIPPING
WEIGHT: ENGINE
120# (54.4kg)
24.38# (11.05 kg)
UNIT SIZE:
OVERALL LENGTH: 62"(1.57m) OVERALL WIDTH 26.75" (0.68m)
OVERALL HEIGHT 42" (1.07m)
Part No. 890033
Form No. F042805A
Page 1 of 8
9
GENERAL SAFETY
For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed:
Do not operate this machine without first reading
owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.
·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.
·DO NOT remove bag until engine has been turned off and has
come to a complete stop.
·DO NOT remove hose kit cap on nozzle until engine has been
turned off and has come to a complete stop.
·DO NOT operate machine with hose cap, bag or hose removed.
·DO NOT use this machine for vacuuming exclusively sand,
dust, fine dirt, rock, glass, string like material, grain, rags,
cans, metal, bark or water.
Use of Ear Protection is recommended while
operating this machine.
Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recom-
mended when using this machine, especially in dry
and dusty conditions. Optional bag cover directs dust
toward ground, away from the operator.
·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 20%.
·DO NOT pick up any hot or burning debris, or any toxic or
explosive material.
·DO NOT place hands or feet inside nozzle intake opening,
near debris outlet or near any moving parts.
·DO NOT start engine without debris bag and quick discon-
nect connected firmly in place to exhaust outlet.
·DO NOT start or operate machine with debris bag zipper
open.
·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.
10
ASSEMBLY
1. ASSEMBLE Lift upper handle (item 6), remove items 8, 30, & 32
from lower handle (item 27). Attach and secure upper handle as shown
using same hardware.
Read all safety and operating instructions
before assembling or starting this unit.
2. UNFOLD the debris bag (item 1) and fasten bag neck to bag quick
disconnect (item 64). Attach firmly to housing exhaust (item 52) see
fig. 2.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING
3. ATTACH bag hanger strap to bag supports (item 11),
preassembled to upper handle.
4. CONNECT spark plug wire.
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton,
completely assembled except for the upper handle, debris
bag, and bag quick disconnect.
11
PACKING CHECKLIST
These items should be
included in your carton.
If any of these parts are
missing, contact your
dealer.
Check
Debris Bag
890022 KD
Check
Literature Assy
890392
Connector
Check
Quick
Disconnect
890176
QUICK DISCONNECT
Per Model
Check
Briggs & Stratton
5.0 H.P.
Engine
Manual Per
Model
Check
Honda 5.5
GCV 160
Fig. 2
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Form No. F042805A
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12
LITERATURE ASSY
P/N 890392
CONTROLS
KD512HC/KD512HCS MODELS
Literature Check-
list
Choke Control
Check
Owner's
Owner's
Manual
Manual
890033
Fuel Shut Off
Literature
Check
Literature
KD
Accessories
Throttle Control
KD
Accessories
890409
KD512 MODEL
Check
Warranty
Card
Warranty
Card 400972
Throttle Control
Choke Control
EU Declaration
EU Declaration
of Conformity
& EU
Check
of Conformity &
EU Distributor
List 890393
Distributor List
Briggs engines have a primer
button carburetor rather than
choke type carburetor.
14
INSTRUCTION LABELS
15
ENGINE LABELS
These labels should be included on your Vacuum. If any of
these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this
equipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given to
help in ordering replacement labels..
Honda
WARNING
READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.
LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILISATEUR AVANT USAGE.
VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGHT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN.
NO UTILIZAR SINANTES NO HABER LEIDO EL MANUAL
EXPLOSIVE FUEL
STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.
Label Danger
Keep Hands
and Feet
Away
Item 29 Part
No.400424
Label Do Not Fill While
Engine Is Hot
Item 63 Part No.400268
HONDA MOTOR CO. , LTD. MADE IN JAPAN
Briggs & Stratton
Label Ear Eye Breathing
Item No. 86 Part No. 890254
Read and follow Operating
Instructions before running engine.
DANGER
Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine
to cool at least 2 minutes before fueling.
Label Read Owner's
Manual Item 84
Part No.890301
Engines emit carbon monoxide,
DO NOT run in enclosed area.
Label Danger Flying Material
Item 62 Part No.810736
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.
Debris Bag
Label item 1
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Part No. 890033
Form No. F042805A
16
OPERATION
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming
leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter and
for chipping brush, limbs, corn and sunflower stalks and
palm fronds.
16.4
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 bag and dust cover is available for use where debris will be
vacuumed in dusty conditions (see Optional Accessories shown on
page 1).
Debris mixed with cans, bottles and small amounts of sand
can be vacuumed; however, it is not this machine's primary
purpose. Vacuuming cans, bottles and sand will affect the
longevity of your machine.
Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive
vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check for
damaged or worn impeller, loose impeller bolt, loose impeller
key, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. Note: See parts
list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble
shooting section on page 12).
DO NOT place bag on or near hot surface, such as engine. Run
engine at 1/2 throttle for first 1/2 hour to condition new bag. Your
new bag requires a break-in period to condition the pores of the
material against premature blockage. The entire bag surface
serves as a filter, and must be able to breath to have good vacuum
performance.
Be sure engine has come to a complete stop before removing
or emptying bag.
Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must
be used when operating machine.
This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic
material and other similar debris (see Safety Warnings page 2-3).
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:
Inspect machine work area and machine before operat-
ing. Make sure that all operators of this equipment are
trained in general machine use and safety.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
• Run machine at idle to quarter throttle.
16.1
STARTING
• The debris bag must be cleaned more 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.
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.
• Pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning does not fully
clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before use.
ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the engine.
Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to
accomplish your current cleaning task.
NOTE: Having one or more spare debris bags is a good way to reduce
down time while dirty bags are being cleaned.
FUEL VALVE: Move fuel valve to "ON" position (when
provided on engine).
DO NOT leave debris in bag while in storage.
CHOKE: Operated with throttle control (Honda only).
PRIMER: Push primer per engine instructions ( B&S only).
16.5
STORAGE
THROTTLE: Move remote throttle control to fast position.
Pull starting rope to start engine.
Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ventilated
areas with fuel in tank, where fuel fumes may reach an open
flame, spark or pilot light, as on a furnace, water heater, clothes
dryer or other gas appliance.
If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more, prepare as
follows:
IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:
See Troubleshooting on page 12.
16.2
VACUUMING OPERATION
Be sure engine is cool. Do not smoke. Remove all
gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits
from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of
engine. Drain fuel outdoors, into an approved container, away
from open flame. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and
engine runs out of gasoline.
VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: is
raised and lowered by pulling slightly upward on handle and
pulling height adjust rod (item 23) up at left rear of machine.
FOR MAXIMUM PICKUP: Adjust nozzle close to
debris, but without blocking airflow into the nozzle. NOTE: Never
bury nozzle into debris.
NOTE: Fuel stabilizer (such as Sta-Bil) is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the
formation of fuel gum deposits during storage. Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage
container. Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container. Run engine at least 10 min.
after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor.
CLEARING A CLOGGED NOZZLE
& EXHAUST: Turn 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.
Do not store with debris in bag.
16.6
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 (see fig. 3).
16.3
HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:
Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the
handle and front of nozzle. Secure in place during transport.
NOTE: Allow green chips to dry before spreading around living plants.
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PARTS DRAWING
KD512, KD512HC,
KD512HCS
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Part No. 890033
Form No. F042805A
ITEM
NO.
1
KD512
Part No.
890305
KD512HC
Part No.
890023
KD512HCS
Part No.
890023
DESCRIPTION
QTY
QTY
QTY
18
PRO DEBRIS BAG (service)
1
1
1
* Denotes
standard
hardware
item that
may be
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NUT LOCK (1/4 - 20 )
*8160001
*8041008
900054
890389
*8041031
900407
*8041009
900039
890148
890402
*8024021
5
4
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
*8160001
*8041008
900054
890389
*8041031
900407
*8041009
900039
890148
890402
*8024021
5
4
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
*8160001
*8041008
900054
890389
*8041031
900407
*8041009
900039
890148
890402
*8024021
5
4
1
1
2
2
1
2
1
1
2
SCREW CAP ( 1/4 - 20 x 1-1/2 HEX )
HANDLE ASS’Y (incl. items 4(5),5(5),11(2),75(2),76)
AXLE HEIGHT ADJUST
SCREW HANDLE 5/16 - 18 x 1 - 3/4
CLAMP CABLE
purchased
locally.
10 SCREW CAP 1/4 - 20 x 1 3/4
11 BAR BAG SUPPORT
12 DOOR EXHAUST ASS’Y (incl. item 62 )
13 PLATE TOP ASS’Y (incl. items 29, 57, 65)
14 BOLT-CARRIAGE 1/4x3/4
15
16 WASHER 1/4 FC ZP
*8171002
2
*8171002
2
*8171002
2
17
18 BRACKET - HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
19 PLATE UPPER HEIGHT ADJUST
20 SPRING
21 TIRE - ONLY (PER ASSY)
22 PIN - HAIR COTTER
23 CABLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT
24 BOLT - CARRIAGE 5/16 - 18 x 4 1/2
25
890021
890005
900136
900507
900471
890019
*8024054
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
890021
890005
900136
900507
900471
890019
*8024054
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
890021
890005
900136
900507
900471
890019
*8024054
1
1
1
1
1
1
6
26 NUT LOCK 5/16 - 18 HEX
27 HANDLE LOWER KD510
28 PLATE HANDLE SUPPORT
29 LABEL DANGER CUT FINGER
30 WASHER FLAT CUT 5/16
31
*8160002
890346
900933
400424
*8171003
4
1
1
2
2
*8160002
890346
900933
400424
*8171003
4
1
1
2
2
*8160002
890346
900933
400424
*8171003
8
1
3
2
6
32 NUT LOCK 5/16 - 18 THIN HT.
33 GRIP HANDLE
34 WHEEL ASS’Y (incl. items 21)
35 WASHER 0.75 “C”
*8161041
400570
900509
900997
4
2
4
400570
900509
900997
2
4
0 -1
900509
900997
4
0 -1
0 -1
36
37 SCREW SM 1/4x3/4 TYPE A
38 PLATE SKID (incl. items 54)
39 SPACER IMPELLER
40 SCREW CAP 1/4 - 20 x 1 - 1/4
41
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
-
1
4
*8122082
890413
890616
4
1
1
4
890616
*8041007
*8041007
4
*8041007
42 SCREW SELF TAPPING 10 - 24 x 1/2
43 NOZZLE MAINFRAME ASS’Y (incl. one of items 29,44,42)
44 PLUG
45 LINER HOLD PLATE
46
*8123086
890391
900146
890618
-
1
1
1
2
-
*8123086
890391
900146
890618
-
1
1
1
2
-
*8123086
890391
900146
890618
1
1
1
2
47 IMPELLER ASS’Y (incl. items 49, 50, 51 )
48
900215
1
890615
1
890615
1
49 KEY
900162
400502
900154
890371-S
-
2
1
1
1
-
1
-
-
900162
400502
900154
890371-S
890614
-
2
1
1
1
1
-
-
-
4
15
4
900162
400502
900154
890417-S
890614
-
8024039
900732-S
890408
890359
*8172011
2
1
1
1
1
-
4
1
4
15
4
50 WASHER LOCK 3/8 TWISTED TOOTH
51 SCREW CAP 3/8 -24 x 1 GR 8 (TORQ.50 FT-LBS)(68N.m)
52 HOUSING ASS’Y (incl. items 12, 14, 15, 16, 66)
53 ENGINE HONDA 5.5 H.P. GC160
ENGINE BRIGGS & STRATTON 5 H.P. QUANTUM IC
54 BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16-18x3/4"
55 LINE PVC
56 SCREW CAP 3/8 - 1-1/2 TAPTITE
57 SCREW CAP 1/4 - 20 x 1/2 HWH
58 WASHER FLAT 1/2 SAE
59 SCREW SOCKET HD. 5/16 - 18 x 3/4 GR. 8
60 HGT ADJUST ASSY (INCL. ITEMS 18, 20, 22, 23)
61 1/2-13 CAP NUT NP W/PATCH
62 LABEL DANGER FLYING MATERIAL
63 LABEL DO NOT FILL WHEN ENGINE IS HOT
64 CONNECTOR BAG QUICK
890404
-
-
-
-
890408
890359
*8172011
4
15
4
890408
890359
*8172011
890013
890530
810736
400268
890176
1
4
1
1
1
890013
890530
810736
400268
890176
1
4
1
1
1
890013
890530
810736
400268
890176
1
4
1
1
1
65 LABEL READ OWNER'S MANUAL
66 LABEL EAR/EYE BREATHING
890301
890254
1
1
890301
890254
1
1
890301
890254
1
1
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Form No. F042805A
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MAINTENANCE
continued
IMPELLER REMOVAL continued
19.1
Use only a qualified mechanic for
any adjustments, disassembly or
any kind of repair .
7. Lift impeller upward. If impeller slides freely, proceed to (step 10).
8. 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, obtain a 1” (25.4mm) longer bolt of the same diameter
and thread type as the impeller bolt. Thread longer bolt by hand into the crankshaft until
bolt bottoms. Using a suitable gear or wheel puller against the bolt head and the impeller
back-plate (near the blades), remove impeller from shaft.
WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS
TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING
PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP.
10. Remove engine mounting screws, bolts, and nuts as required.
11. When impeller is free of the engine shaft, lift impeller and housing assembly off engine.
Align impeller with opening, and diagonally lift impeller out of housing.
12. Using a new impeller bolt and lockwasher, reinstall new impeller in reverse order.
13. Tighten impeller bolt. Torque impeller bolt to 50 Ft. Lbs.(68 N.m) (see item 51 on page 7).
14. Reinstall engine onto housing in reverse order of removal.
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE
BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.
ENGINE: See engine manufacturer
operator's instructions.
15. Gas and oil (0.69 quart).
16. Reinstall spark plug wire.
19.2
Follow these hourly maintenance intervals.
Maintenance Schedule
DEBRIS BAG: See page 5.
Every 5 hrs. Every 25
or (Daily) hrs.
Every Use
Maintenance Operation
RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE,
GUARDS, BAG, CAPS AND / OR
HOSE BEFORE STARTING ENGINE.
Engine (See Engine Manual)
Check for excessive vibration
Clean Debris Bag
IMPELLER REMOVAL
Check bag strap tightness
Inspect for loose parts
19.1
1.Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2.Drain fuel and oil from the engine.
Inspect for worn or damaged parts
Lubricate wheels.
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.
Inspect wear on PVC liner (KD511HSmodelonly)
20
Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions
TROUBLESHOOTING
Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
Will not vacuum or has poor Dirty debris bag. Nozzle height set too high or too low. Hose kit cap
Clean debris bag. Shake bag clean or wash. Adjust nozzle height.
Check for hose kit cap. Unclog nozzle or exhaust (see page 5).
Allow air to feed with debris.
vacuum performance.
missing. Clogged nozzle or exhaust. Excessive quantity of debris.
Abnormal vibration.
Engine will not start.
Loose or out of balance impeller or loose engine.
Check impeller and replace if required. Check Engine.
Check stop switches, throttle, choke position and gasoline. Connect
spark plug wire. Clean or replace air cleaner. Or contact a qualified
service person.
Stop switch off. Throttle in off position. Engine not in full choke
position. Out of gasoline. Bad or old gasoline. Spark Plug wire
disconnected. Dirty air cleaner.
Debris locked in impeller. Engine problem.
See page 5, Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine
problems.
Engine is locked, will not
pull over.
Nozzle height out of adjustment.
Nozzle scrapes ground in
lowest height setting.
Adjust nozzle height. (See Nozzle height fine adjustment for hard
surface use on page 5).
WARRANTY PROCEDURE
Should a Billy Goat Machine fail due to a defect in material and / or
Engine Service and Warranty
Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's authorized
servicing dealer.
22.1
22
workmanship, the owner should make a warranty claim as follows:
-The Machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased
or to an authorized Servicing Billy Goat Dealer.
Record your machine model, serial number and
Serial Plate
21
date-of-purchase and where purchased
-The owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty
Registration Card, or, if this is not available, the invoice or receipt.
-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 parts replaced under
warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days.
1803 S.W. Jefferson
St.
Lee's Summit, MO
64082-2312 / USA
Tel (816) 524-9666
Fax (816) 524-6983
R
-The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit
it to Billy Goat for consideration.
Model
Serial No.
-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 service manager from whom
the claim was received.
-The decision by the Quality / Service department at Billy Goat to
approve or reject a Warranty claim is final and binding.
111 dB
Unit(Weight)
lbs.
Engine Power
kW
kg
rpm
min-1
Note: To process a Warranty Claim, it is necessary to quote the Model & Serial
Number which are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate (See owner’s manual).
BILLY GOAT INDUSTRIES INC.
1803 S.W. JEFFERSON STREET LEE'S SUMMIT, MO 64082-2312 / USA
Purchase
Date
Purchased
from
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