Billy Goat CR550HCV Manuals

Part No. 350245 Form No. F021805A Page 1 of 12 Thank You for Selecting Thank You for Selecting Thank You for Selecting Thank You for Selecting Thank You for Selecting Operator Owner's Manual The Powerful CR POWER RAKE Specifications FLAIL BLADES P/N 350251. A complete replacement set. 52 of our high quality flail blades for your CR. Includes 8 new lock clips for replacement installa- tion. CR550HC, CR550HCV FLAIL SHAFTS P/N 350185. A full set of four shafts for replacement. Includes 8 new lock clips for replace- ment installation. Note: We recommend replacing the shafts when you replace flails. REPLACEMENT PARTS DRIVE BELT P/N 350207. Original Equipment drive belt for your CR. SLICING REEL P/N 350252. A complete verti-slicing reel for your CR. 20" wide reel for use in grasses that require vertical cutting, and for assisting in lawn overseeding projects. ACCESSORIES SLICING BLADES P/N 350187. A full set of twenty blades for replacement. Includes 40 new capscrews, and lock nuts for replacement installation. R 2 1 3 SPACER BUMPERS P/N 350258. A complete replacement set. 44 of 1/2" spacer bumpers and 4 of 1/4" spacer bumpers CR550HC CR550HCV ENGINE: H.P. 5.0 (3.73 kW) 5.0 (3.73 kW) ENGINE: TYPE HONDA OHC HONDA OHC ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) WEIGHT: UNIT 125# (56.8 kg) 125# (56.8 kg) WEIGHT: SHIPPING 150# (68.2 kg) 150# (68.2 kg) MAX. ENGINE OPERATING SLOPE 20° 20° Part No. 350245 Form No. F021604A Page 2 of 12 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.” 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 conditions 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 accumulation 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 vibration! 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 resis- tance 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. VIBRATION VIBRATION LEVELS 3.2 g max. Vibration levels at the operators handles were measured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on 09/08/97 under the conditions listed: WIND DIRECTION: HUMIDITY: TEMPERATURE: BAROMETRIC PRESSURE: SOUND Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC and were performed on 2/9/2002 under the conditions listed: GENERAL CONDITION: 29.72" Hg (754mm Hg) 82.2 % North West 10 MPH (16.1 kmh) 43° F (6.1° C) Sunny 5 6 8 7 ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY ASSEMBLY CONTROLS LABELS OPERATION MAINTENANCE PARTS DRAWING & LIST... TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY PROCEDURE ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ 7 12 12 5 - 6 4 4 3 3 2 TABLE OF CONTENTS 8 - 11 WARNING: The Engine Exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ WIND SPEED: 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. 99 dB WIND DIRECTION: HUMIDITY: TEMPERATURE: BAROMETRIC PRESSURE: GENERAL CONDITION: 29.91" Hg (760mm Hg) 31 % East 10 MPH (16.1 kmh) 85° F (29.4° C) Sunny WIND SPEED: Sound level of 81 dBA at operator position Part No. 350245 Form No. F021805A Page 3 of 12 PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING Read all safety and operating instructions before assembling or starting this unit. Engine Manual Per Model These items should be included in your carton. If any of these parts are missing, contact your dealer. ASSEMBLY PACKING CHECKLIST GENERAL SAFETY For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine. Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recommended when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty conditions. ·DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, near debris outlet or near any moving parts. ·DO NOT start engine without height adjust lever in up position and clutch bail disengaged. ·DO NOT start or operate machine with guards removed. ·DO NOT perform any service on the unit without removing the spark plug wire. ·DO NOT operate a machine that exhibits excessive vibration. ·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than19°. ·DO NOT use this unit on any surface other than grass lawns. ·DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment. -DO read all maintenance and operating instructions before begining work. -DO read all engine manufacturers operating and maintenance instructions. -DO inspect lawn before begining work. Remove all rocks, wire, string, or other objects that can present a hazard during work prior to starting. -DO identify and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work, such as sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc. 9 10 11 Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. Per Model 1. ASSEMBLE left rear wheel to axle using 3/4" wrench. 2. UNFOLD the upper handle (item 26) and slide handle lock loops (item 28) into place to secure the upper handle to the lower. 3. CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level with engine manufactur ers recommended grade of oil. Move height adjust lever to down position, to level engine during checking. See engine manufacturers instruction manual. 4. CONNECT spark plug wire. Literature Assembly 350243 Wearing gloves is recommended while operating this machine. Check Owner's Manual 350245 Literature CR Accessories 350246 Check Check EU Declaration of Conformity & EU Distributor List 350139 Check Warranty Card 400972 28 28 26 Check Honda GC 5.0 OHC