Billy-goat VQ802SPH User Manual download pdf (Page 6)

Part No. 830542 Form No. F021302G

Page 6 of 16

OPERATION

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 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.

NOZZLE GOBBLER DOOR.

Large debris can be vacuumed without readjusting nozzle height by

temporarily opening the remote Nozzle Gobbler Door. For maxi-

mum pickup of small debris, the gobbler door must be down, flush

with front face of nozzle.

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.)

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.

This vacuum is designed for picking up trash, organic

material and other similar debris (see Safety Warnings page 2-4).

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 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.

•Machine or pressure-wash debris bag if normal cleaning does

not fully clean bag. Bag should be thoroughly dry before use.

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.

Debris bags are normal replaceable wear items.

DEBRIS BAG

16.3

16.1

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: Controlled by throttle lever on left side of

handle. Under normal conditions operate at minimum throttle

to accomplish your current cleaning task. For Honda model,

the stop switch is located on the switch panel on the engine

& for SP Honda models only, on remote shift control panel.

NOTE: Before starting, check that all switches and fuel

valves are on.

FUEL VALVE: Move fuel shutoff valve to "ON" position.

CHOKE: Located at lower rear area of carburetor bowl.

Choke engine before starting when engine is cold.

THROTTLE: Move remote throttle control to fast position.

Pull starting rope to start engine.

IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:

See Troubleshooting on page 16.

Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must

be used when operating machine.

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.

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 specifica-

tions. (See trouble shooting section on page 16).

VACUUMING OPERATION

16.2

VACUUM NOZZLE HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT: Is

adjusted by unlocking wing nut (item 32) and turning caster

knob. Turning the knob clockwise increases height. Be sure

the nozzle height is level (left to right) before tightening caster

wing nuts.

Adjust nozzle height according to surface conditions and

debris size; For vacuuming on flat surfaces, set nozzle 1/2"

(12.7 mm) to 5/8" (15.8 mm) above ground; Higher for uneven

terrain and turf. Note: The nozzle side bogie wheels should

be at least 1/8" (3.2mm) above the ground, or maneuver-

ability will be reduced.

INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for vacuuming

leaves, grass clippings and other types of organic litter.

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.

Self propelled unit is not intended for use with any ground

engaging implements [maximum tow bar weight 300 lbs

(136 kg)].

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