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PR & OS Owner’s Manual

Patent 6253416

BILLY GOAT POWER RAKE AND OVERSEEDER

PR550, PR550H, PR550T, PR500HT, OS551, OS551H, PR600S, OS600S

Owner's Manual

Accessories

Replacement Parts

SLICING REEL

A complete verti-

slicing reel for your

PR. 20" wide reel for

use in grasses that

require vertical

SLICING BLADES

A full set of blades for

replacement. Includes

new lockwashers for

replacement

OVERSEEDER KIT

The new light weight Plastic Overseeding

Kit is constructed of durable High Density

Polypropylene with two lift handles on

each side to assist in lifting the entire unit

and easily converts a PR Series Power

Rake into an overseeder with 4 bolts and

minimal tools.

FLAIL SHAFTS

FLAIL BLADES

A complete set of

our high quality flail

blades for your PR.

Includes new lock

clips for

A full set of shafts

for replacement.

Includes new lock

clips for

replacement

installation.

cutting, and for

assisting in lawn

replacement

installation.

NOTE: Overseeder Conversion Kit

(350328) includes Slicing Reel (350343).

Part No. (350325) comes with the

Overseeder Box only.

overseeding projects.

P/N 350347

P/N 350325 / 350328

P/N 350185

P/N 350345

P/N 350186

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SERIAL PLATE DATA

Record the model number, serial number, date of

purchase, and where purchased.

Purchase Date:

Purchased From:

Specifications

PR550

PR550H

OS551

OS551H

PR550T

PR550HT

PR600S

OS600S

Engine: HP

5.5 (4.1 kW)

6.0 HP (4.7kW)

Engine: Model

1104020191

B&S OHV

GX160T1QX2

HONDA OHV

3.88 qt. (3.6 L)

0.69 qt. (0.65 L)

147# (66.8 kg)

34# (15.4 kg)

20^o

1104020191

B&S OHV

GX160T1QX2

HONDA OHV

3.88 qt. (3.6 L)

0.69 qt. (0.65 L)

160# (72.7 kg)

34# (15.4 kg)

15^o

1104020191

B&S OHV

GX160T1QX2

HONDA OHV

3.88 qt. (3.6 L)

0.69 qt. (0.65 L)

137# (62.3 kg)

34# (15.4 kg)

20^o

EX17D50012

SUBARU

EX17D50012

SUBARU

Engine: Type

Engine: Fuel Capacity

Engine: Oil Capacity

Total Unit Weight:

Engine weight:

3.0 qt. (2.84 L)

0.66 qt. (0.62 L)

149# (67.7 kg)

36# (16.3 kg)

15^o

3.0 qt. (2.84 L)

0.66 qt. (0.62 L)

162# (73.6 kg)

36# (16.3 kg)

15^o

3.0 qt. (2.84 L)

0.66 qt. (0.62 L)

139# (63.2 kg)

36# (16.3 kg)

20^o

3.8 qt.(3.6 L)

0.63 qt.(0.60 L)

137# (62.3 kg)

34# (15.4 kg)

20^o

3.8 qt.(3.6 L)

0.63 qt.(0.60 L)

137# (62.3 kg)

34# (15.4 kg)

20^o

Max. operating slope

Sound test in accordance with

2000/14/EC

101 dB(a)

Sound at operators ear

82 dB(a)

3.2g

82 dB(a)

3.2g

82 dB(a)

3.2g

82 dB(a)

3.2g

82 dB(a)

3.2g

82 dB(a)

3.2g

Vibration at operator position

0.82g (8.04

m/s²)

0.82g (8.04

m/s²)

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GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS and SYMBOLS

The safety symbols shown below are used throughout this manual. You should become familiar with them before

assembling, operating, or servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others.

This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment.

This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual should be read

carefully before assembling, operation, or servicing this equipment.

This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT ^®

Power Rake/Overseeder.

This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this

equipment.

Read and make sure you thoroughly understand the following safety precautions before assembling, operating or

servicing this equipment:

READ this manual and the engine manufacturer’s manual carefully before assembling,

operating, or servicing this equipment.

EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EYE PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

BREATHING PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment.

EXHAUST from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause

cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.

DO NOT operate this equipment on any unimproved forested, brushy, or grass covered land

unless a spark arrester is installed on the muffler as required by Section 4442 of the

California Public Resources Code. The arrester must be maintained in good working order.

Other states may have similar laws. Federal laws apply on federal lands.

DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area. Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an

odorless and possibly fatal poison.

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DO NOT run this equipment indoors or in any poorly ventilated area. Refueling outdoors is

recommended.

DO NOT refuel this equipment while the engine is running. Allow engine to cool for at least

two minutes before refueling.

DO NOT store gasoline near an open flame.

DO NOT remove gas cap while engine is running.

DO NOT start or operate engine if strong odor of gasoline is present.

DO NOT start or operate engine if gasoline is spilled. Move equipment away from spill until

gasoline has completely evaporated.

DO NOT smoke while filling the fuel tank.

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

tester.

DO NOT operate engine without a muffler. Inspect muffler periodically and replace if

necessary. If equipped with muffler deflector, inspect deflector periodically and replace if

necessary.

DO NOT operate engine with grass, leaves or other combustible material near the muffler.

DO NOT touch muffler, cylinder, or cooling fins when hot. Contact with hot surfaces may

cause severe burns.

DO NOT leave equipment unattended while in operation.

DO NOT park equipment on a steep grade or slope.

DO NOT operate equipment with bystanders in or near the work area.

DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.

DO NOT operate equipment with guards removed.

DO NOT operate equipment near hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive materials.

DO NOT operate equipment on slopes greater than specified in Specifications section of this

manual.

DO NOT start engine without height adjust lever in up position and clutch bail disengaged.

DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.

ALWAYS remove spark plug wire when servicing equipment to prevent accidental starting.

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

ALWAYS keep hands and feet away from moving or rotating parts.

ALWAYS store fuel in approved safety containers.

WARNING: Important

Remove all rocks, wire, string, etc. 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.

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SOUND

SOUND LEVEL 82 dB(a) at Operators Position

Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, and were performed on 2-13-2002 under the

conditions listed below.

Sound power level listed is the highest value for any model covered in this manual. Please refer to serial plate on

the unit for the sound power level for your model.

General Conditions:

Temperature:

Wind Speed:

Wind Direction:

Humidity:

Sunny

48^oF (8.9^oC)

2 mph (3.2 kmh)

South East

29%

Barometric Pressure:

30.34Hg (770 mm Hg)

VIBRATION DATA

VIBRATION LEVEL .82g (8.04m/s²)

Vibration levels at the operator’s handles were measured in the vertical, lateral and longitudinal directions using

calibrated vibration test equipment. Tests were performed on 5-25-2006 under the conditions listed below.

General Conditions:

Temperature:

Wind Speed:

Wind Direction:

Humidity:

Sunny

72.32^oF (22.4^oC)

3.8 mph (6.12kph)

East

62.2%

Barometric Pressure:

29.9Hg (101.3kpa)

INTENDED USE

INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for removing thatch from your lawn, renovation of existing lawns, and to

assist in overseeding operations. The machine should not be used for any other purpose than that stated above.

Do not operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, shut engine off immediately and check

for damaged or worn reel, loose pulley bolts or set screws, loose engine or lodged foreign objects. (See trouble

shooting section on page 14).

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INSTRUCTION LABELS

The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT Power Rake/Overseeder. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them

before operating this equipment. Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering

replacement labels. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.

LABEL DANGER KEEP HANDS

AND FEET AWAY

LABEL CLUTCH ITEM #49

P/N 830503

DANGER FLYING DEBRIS

ITEM # 48 P/N 810736

ITEM #51 P/N 400424

LABEL CAUTION GUARDS

ITEM #52 P/N 900327

LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL

ITEM # 50 P/N 400268

LABEL INSTRUCTION HEIGHT ADJ.

ITEM #35 P/N 350176

LABEL INSTRUCTIONS SEEDER BOX

ITEM #45 P/N 350288

ENGINE LABELS

BRIGGS & STRATTON

HONDA

OIL ALERT

WHEN OIL LEVELLOW,

ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.

ENGINE CONTROLS

Honda

Briggs & Stratton

Set lever to choke when starting cold

Throttle lever

Choke lever

Set lever to desired engine speed.

Move lever completely to the left to

stop engine

Fuel valve

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PACKING CHECKLIST

Your Billy Goat Power Rake is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled.

READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.

TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box the Handle Assembly is attached to the

unit by cables.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

PARTS BAG &

LITERATURE ASSY

Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-350324, Declaration of Conformity P/N-350139.

Boxing Parts

Checklist

Briggs & Stratton

5.5 Intek OHV

Honda 5.5 OHV

Subaru 6HP EX17

Literature Assy

P/N-430334

PR550, PR550H,

PR550T, PR550HT,

PR600S

OS551, OS551H,

and OS600S

ASSEMBLY

1. UNFOLD the upper handle (item 26) and slide handle lock loops (item 28) into place to secure the upper handle

to the lower.

2. CHECK engine oil level and fill to proper level with engine manufacturers recommended grade of oil. Move

height adjust lever to down position, to level engine during checking. See engine manufacturers instruction

manual.

3. CONNECT spark plug wire.

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OPERATION

Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be used when operating machine.

Inspect machine work area and machine before operating. Make sure that all operators of this

equipment are trained in general machine use and safety.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

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.

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

STOP SWITCH: Located on the engine. "ON" position.

CHOKE: Operated with choke lever on side of engine.

THROTTLE: Controlled by throttle lever on the motor.

IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:

See Troubleshooting on page 14.

FOLDING HANDLE

This unit is equipped with a folding upper handle for easier storage and transportation. The handle can be folded by

sliding the handle lock loops (item 28) up. This releases the upper handle, allowing it to be folded over the unit.

HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:

This unit requires two people to lift it. With the handle in the folded position, lift holding the lower handle and

belt/shaft guard one on each side of the machine. Secure the machine in place during transport. See page 3 for

weight specifications

Never lift the machine while the engine is running.

counter clockwise

to raise blades

ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH

clockwise to

lower blades

The depth of the blades can be raised or lowered by rotating the knob on the

top of the adjustment lever. The blades are lowered by rotating the knob

clockwise, and raised by rotating the knob counter-clockwise. The relative

depth of the blades can be gauged by using the depth scale located on the

right front corner of the engine base. With new blades installed the depth can

be estimated as follows: 2.5 on the scale is even with the ground, 3 is equal

blades up

transport

blades up

transport

to 0.25" deep, and 3.5 is equal to 0.5" deep

BLADE POSITION & DEPTH CONTROL LEVER

The blades can be raised or lowered into the ground by height adjustment lever

on the engine base. The height adjuster lock lever must be pushed back against

the adjustment lever in order to lower the blades into the ground. The resulting

blade depth can be adjusted higher or lower.

blades down

running

See ADJUSTING BLADE DEPTH.

SPRING TINE CONVERSION

If are converting your Power rake to a spring tine reel, you will need

to replace the spacer on the control lever to accommodate for the

tine. First remove the clip (item 18), then unscrew the yoke (item

17), remove the washer (items 69) and insert the spacer (item 75) in

front of the spring. Reassemble in reverse order.

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RAKING/SLICING TIPS

Before beginning, it is best to evaluate the condition of the lawn by cutting one or more core

samples from area to be treated. A core can be cut using a piece of pvc, or metal pipe.

Hammer the pipe into the ground, remove it, push the core out of the pipe and inspect it to

determine the depth of thatch in your yard.

THATCH: Thatch is a dense layer of dead grass, clippings, and roots that builds up over time

at the base of of the lawn preventing air, water, and fertilizer from reaching the soil. This can

cause shallow root development and make a lawn more susceptible to drought and disease.

Thatch also provides an ideal environment for insects to hide and multiply. Periodic removal of

thatch will keep your lawn in good health.

HEAVY THATCH: Lawns with an excessive amount of thatch will require multiple treatments

for effective removal. Trying to remove excessive thatch (greater than 3/4"[19 mm] deep) in

one treatment will damage or destroy the living part of the lawn. It is best to remove heavy

thatch in seasonal treatments (i.e. spring, and fall).

SLOPES: Rake slopes across not up and down. This is much easier and safer for the

operator and is better for the lawn. Raking across will help to reduce runoff during watering

and allow the sloped ground to hold more seed, fertilizer, and water. The units maximum

operating slope is 35% or 19°.

DEPTH: The wide range of depth adjustment on your unit is provided to allow for blade wear.

Setting the reel deeper will not produce better, or quicker results. The flail reel is intended to

be set so it just touches the surface on flat ground. The slicing reel should be set even with the

ground for verti-slicing work, and set to a maximum 1/2" depth for overseeding jobs. Setting

the reel deeper than this will only result in premature wear on the unit (i.e. failed belt). If you

desire to work the ground deeper than the above guidelines allow, it should be done gradually

in multiple passes..

Fig. 1

Fig. 2

SLICING / OVERSEEDING: Mow the lawn to shorter than the normal cut height before

starting (i.e. approximately 2" tall for fescue grass). For the best result, Slice/Overseed in criss-

cross pattern (See Fig. 1 and See Fig 2).

RAKING OPERATION-FLAIL REEL

NOTE: Must have the flail reel assembly (350112) for this operation.

MOW: Mow the lawn to it's normal cut height.

DRY: Be sure grass is dry. Wet conditions can cause increased damage to healthy grass.

SET DEPTH: With engine off, set the raking depth so that the blades just touch on a flat

surface (i.e. driveway, or sidewalk).

START ENGINE: See page 9 for further instruction.

ENGAGE BLADES: Pull back on the bail on the operators handle. NOTE: When engaging the

blades in heavy load conditions (i.e. heavy thatch, or very uneven turf), push down on the

operators handle lifting the front wheels slightly. Engage the blades. Slowly lower the unit into

the turf.

RAKE: Rake a small test area and examine the results. Thatch should be removed and

deposited on top of the healthy grass. If excessive damage occurs to healthy grass, adjust the

blade depth to decrease damage. Continue raking the yard, working in one direction (i.e.

north-south, or east-west). NOTE: If a large drop in engine RPM occurs, or the unit pulls you

forward and bounces during operation the blade depth is set too low.

REMOVE THATCH: After raking, a layer of thatch will be deposited over the top of the lawn.

This thatch must be removed prior to any fertilizing, seeding, or watering of the lawn. We

suggest the use of a lawn vacuum or wheeled blower for collection and removal of the thatch.

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RAKING OPERATION-SPRING REEL

NOTE: Must have the spring tine reel assembly (350354) for this operation.

MOW: Mow the lawn to it’s normal cut height. Tall grass will not leave a manicured look when the

dethatching job is complete.

DRY: Be sure grass is relatively dry. Wet conditions can cause increased damage to healthy grass.

SET DEPTH: With engine off, set the raking depth so that the spring tines are just above touching the

flat surface (i.e. driveway, or sidewalk) the units height is being adjusted on. NOTE: Allowing the

spring tines to have substantial contact with the ground will cause premature wear and failure of the

spring tines.

START ENGINE: See page 9 for further instruction.

ENGAGE TINES: Pull back on the bail on the operators handle. NOTE: When engaging the spring

tines in heavy load conditions (i.e. heavy thatch, or very uneven turf), push down on the operators

handle lifting the front wheels slightly. Engage the spring tines. Slowly lower the unit into the turf.

RAKE: Rake a small test area and examine the results. Thatch should be removed and deposited on

top of the healthy grass. If excessive damage occurs to healthy grass, adjust the spring tine depth to

decrease damage. Continue raking the yard, working in one direction (i.e. north-south, or east-west).

NOTE: If a large drop in engine RPM occurs, or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during

operation the spring tine depth is set too low.

REMOVE THATCH: After raking, a layer of thatch will be deposited over the top of the lawn. This

thatch must be removed prior to any fertilizing, seeding, or watering of the lawn. We suggest the use

of a lawn vacuum or wheeled blower for collection and removal of the thatch.

VERTI-CUTTING OPERATION

NOTE: Must have the slicing reel assembly (350113) for this operation.

MOW: Mow the lawn to shorter than the normal cut height (approximately 2" tall)

DRY: Be sure grass is dry. Wet conditions can cause increased damage to healthy grass.

SET DEPTH: With engine off, set the raking depth so that the blades just touch on a flat surface

(i.e. driveway, or sidewalk).

START ENGINE: See Page 9.

ENGAGE BLADES: Pull back on the bail on the operators handle. NOTE: When engaging the

blades in heavy load conditions (i.e. heavy thatch, or very uneven turf), push down on the

operators handle lifting the front wheels slightly. Engage the blades. Slowly lower the unit into the

turf.

SLICE: Verti-cut a small test area and examine the results. Some thatch and cut stems should

be removed and deposited on top of the healthy grass. Grass runners should be cut and ready

for removal. If excessive damage occurs to healthy grass, adjust the blade depth to decrease

damage. Continue raking the yard, working in one direction (i.e. north-south, or east-west).

NOTE: If a large drop in engine RPM occurs, or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during

operation the blade depth is set too low.

REMOVE THATCH/STEMS: After verti-cutting, a layer of thatch and cut stems will be deposited

over the top of the lawn. We suggest the use of a lawn vacuum or wheeled blower for collection

and removal of the thatch/stems.

OVERSEEDING OPERATION

NOTE: Must have the slicing reel assembly (350113) for this operation.

MOW: Mow the lawn to shorter than the normal cut height (approximately 2" tall)

DRY: Be sure grass is dry. Wet conditions can cause increased damage to healthy grass.

SEED: Spread grass seed according to the seed suppliers directions (e.g. 10 lbs. per 1000 ft [4.5

kg. per 93 m ])

SET DEPTH: With engine off, set the raking depth so that the blades reach 1/4"-1/2"(6-12 mm)

below a flat surface (i.e. driveway, or sidewalk).

START ENGINE: See Page 9.

ENGAGE CLUTCH: Pull back on the bail on the operators handle. NOTE: When engaging the

clutch in heavy load conditions (i.e. heavy thatch, or very uneven turf), push down on the operators

handle lifting the front wheels slightly. Engage the clutch. Slowly lower the unit into the turf.

SLICE: Run machine over the area that has been seeded to incorporate the seed into the soil. If

excessive damage occurs to healthy grass, adjust the blade depth to decrease damage. Continue

raking the yard, working in one direction (i.e. north-south, or east-west). NOTE: If a large drop in

engine RPM occurs, or the unit pulls you forward and bounces during operation the blade depth is

set too low.

WATER/FERTILIZE: After the seed has been worked into the soil, water and fertilize according to

the seed suppliers directions.

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ADJUSTING SEED RATE

DROPPING SEEDS

- PULL BACK ON THE KNOB THEN

SLIDE THE BRACKET TO DESIRED

STOP SETTING.

EXAMPLE: STOP SETTING IS ON 4

- IF SLICING WITHOUT DROPPING

SEEDS FOR LONG PERIOD THEN

SET THE STOP SETTING TO ZERO.

STOP

SETTING

KNOB

BRACKET

LAWN PREPARATION

- MOW LAWN TO LOWEST SETTING ON

YOUR MOWER.

- DO NOT WATER PRIOR TO SEEDING.

- POWER RAKE TO DETHATCH LAWN

AND REMOVE THATCH.

- AFTER ADJUSTING THE STOP SETTING, LIFT

UP ON THE BAR TO OPEN THE DROP SEEDER

DOOR.

- FERTILIZE LAWN WITH BROADCAST

SPREADER.

LAWN PREPARATION

- FOR BEST RESULTS OVERSEED IN

TWO PASSES OF ONE-HALF

APPLICATION RATE EACH, AT RIGHT

ANGLES OR IN A CRISS-CROSS

PATTERN.

- WATER HEAVILY IMMEDIATELY THEN

LIGHTLY FOR 10 - 14 DAYS, KEEPING

SOIL MOIST.

- AFTER GERMINATION, WATER LESS

OFTEN TO PROMOTE ROOT GROWTH.

- TO STOP DROPPING SEEDS, PUSH FORWARD

ON THE HANDLE TO CLOSE THE DROP SEEDER

DOOR.

NOTE: IF SLICING WITHOUT DROPPING SEEDS

FOR LONG PERIOD OF TIME THEN SET THE

STOP SETTING TO ZERO.

S E E D A P P L IC A T IO N C H A R T :

T H E S E S E T T IN G S A R E A P P R O X IM A T E G U ID E L IN E S . S E E D IN G R A T E S A R E S P E E D D E P E N D E N T .

F A S T E R T R A V E L D E L IV E R S L E S S S E E D .

S E E D

T Y P E

R A T E

S T O P

S E E D

T Y P E

R A T E

L B S

S T O P

L B S

S E T T IN G

1 ,0 0 0 F T ²

1 ,0 0 0 F T

R E F E R E N C E

C H A R T

R Y E G R A S S

B L U E G R A S S

F E S C U E

1 /2

B E N T G R A S S

2 /3

3 /4

1 1 /3

B IL L Y

G O A T

S C O T T S

S E E D E R

S E T T IN G

(A L L D R O P

S E E D E R

1 1 /2

2 1 /3

S E E D E R

S E T T IN G

B E R M U D A G R A S S

3 /4

(H U L L E D & Z O Y S IA )

1 2 /3

M O D E L S )

3 /4

C E N T IP E D E G R A S S

(C O A T E D )

2 /3

6 1 /3

1 1 /2

2 1 /2

1 1 /4

2 1 /2

1 0

1 5 1 /2

1 7

3 /4

S T . A U G U S T IN E

G R A S S

3 /4

1 1 /4

1 1 /3

1 1 /2

3 1 /2

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MAINTENANCE

PERIODIC MAINTENANCE

Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals:

Maintenance Operation

Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts.

Check engine oil

Every Use (daily)

Every 25 Hours

Inspect belt

Engine (See Engine Manual)

Grease reel bearings

Inspect and clean engine air filter

Oil height adjustment linkage

FLAIL BLADE WEAR

1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.

2. Close fuel valve on engine (if available).

3. Lean unit back onto lower handles and secure in place.

4. Inspect blades for wear, and immediately replace any bent or cracked blades. Measure the

overall length of the blade. (See fig. 1)

5. If blades measure less than 3.25"(83 mm) in overall length they must be replaced. NOTE: We

recommend replacing all the flails at once.

SLICING BLADE WEAR

1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.

2. Close fuel valve on engine (if available).

3. Lean unit back onto lower handles and secure in place.

4. Inspect blades for wear, and immediately replace any bent or cracked blades. Measure

the overall length of the blade from the center of the attachment bolt to the tip of the worn

blade.

Fig. 1

5. If blades measure less than 3"(76 mm) in length they must be replaced. NOTE: We

recommend replacing all the blades at once.

ROTATING FLAIL REEL END TO END

To maximize flail blade life and performance the reel can be rotated end to end periodically to provide a fresh lead cutting edge. Takes approx. 20 min.

and requires 1/2" and 9/16" socket wrenches with extension bar.

1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.

2. Close fuel valve on engine (if available).

3. Lean unit back onto lower handles and secure in place.

4. Remove (7) lock nuts (item 62 & 40) holding the belt and shaft guards (item 21 & 22) in place. It is necessary to lower the height adjust lever to reach

the locknuts on the guards. Remove the guards.

5. Remove the drive belt (item 9) by "walking" it out of the groove on the reel pulley (item 2).

6. Remove the (4) lock nuts (item 60) and washers (item 68) holding the bearings (item 23) to the frame of the unit.

7. The reel is now free from the machine. Slide the reel down and out of the machine.

8. Remove the capscrew (item 71), lockwasher (item 57), reel pulley (item 2), key (item 42), and reel spacer (item 10) from the end of the reel.

9. Rotate the reel end to end, and re-install these items on the opposite end of the reel.

10. Re-install the reel in reverse order of removal. Re-install the guards in reverse order of removal.

DRIVE BELT REPLACEMENT

NOTE: Takes approx. 10 min. and requires 1/2" socket wrench with extension.

1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.

2. Remove (4) lock nuts (item 62) holding the belt guard (item 21) in place. It is necessary to lower the height adjust lever to reach the locknuts on the

guard. Remove the guard.

3. Remove the belt (item 9) by rotating the reel pulley (item 2) and walking it out of the groove. Discard old belt

4. Install new belt using same procedure to walk the belt into the groove.

5. With new belt installed pull bail rod back to engaged position and measure extension of idler spring. Spring should stretch 3/4" - 1" (19 25 mm) with

bail engaged. Adjust clutch cable as necessary to achieve this extension.

6. Re-install the belt guard.

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

STORAGE

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:

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. Be sure engine is cool. Do not

smoke. Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine runs out of gasoline.

Troubleshooting

Problem

Possible Cause

Solution

Abnorm al vibration.

· Dam aged or m issing blades. Loose

handle bolts. Loose engine bolts

· Stop work im m ediately. Replace any

dam aged or m issing blades. Tighten all

loose nuts and bolts.

Engine stalls or labors when

raking

· Blades set too deep into ground.

· Raise blades so that they just touch the

ground on a level surface

Engine will not start.

· Stop switch off (Honda only). Throttle · Check choke position.

in off position

· O ut of gasoline or bad, old gasoline. · Check gasoline.

· Spark Plug wire disconnected.

· G as valve off.

· Connect spark plug wire.

· Turn on gas valve.

· Dirty air cleaner.

· Clean or replace air cleaner. Contact a

qualified service person.

Engine is locked, will not pull

over.

· Debris locked against reel, or drive

pulleys. Engine problem .

· Pull spark plug wire and rem ove debris.

Contact an engine servicing dealer for

engine problem s.

When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine owner's manual. Engine warranty is covered by the

specific engine manufacturer. If your engine requires warranty or other repair work contact your local servicing

engine dealer. When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to have your engine model number available

for reference (See table page 3). If you cannot locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the

manufacturers national service organization.

To reach:

American Honda: 800-426-7701

WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE

Should a BILLY GOAT machine fail due to a defect in material and/or 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.

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. The model number and serial number of the unit must

be stated in the Warranty Claim.

•

The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for consideration.

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 Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT to approve or reject a Warranty Claim is

final and binding.

For online product registration go to www.billygoat.com

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

POWER RAKE SEEDER BOX KIT

P/N 350325

PARTS LIST

ITEM NO.

PART NO.

350366

350306

350276

350320

350271

350272

350273

350370

DESCRIPTION

BOX AND LID ASSEMBLY

BRACKET ADJ DROP SEEDER ASSY

BAR DOOR LINKAGE

SHAFT PLASTIC DROP SEEDER

PLATE DOOR DROP SEEDER

PLATE DOOR DROP SEEDER END

PLATE DOOR DROP SEEDER ARM

PULLEY 3V GROOVE 0.625" BORE

QTY

8171003 WASHER 5/16 FLAT CUT

900321

BEARING CLIP 1.375 OD

400217

SPRING TENSION

8024040 BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16 - 18 X 1

8024021 BOLT CARRIAGE 1/4-20 X 3/4"

8123087 SCREW SELF TAP #10-24 X 3/8" HMS ZP

8160001 NUT LOCK 1/4

350332

BRACKET SLOT PLASTIC SEEDER BOX

8160002 NUT LOCK 5/16

350369

350280

350372

PULLEY 3V GROOVE 1.530" BORE

WASHER 0.906 O.D. X 0.656 I.D. X 0.062

BELT O-RING 5/16 X 15 9/16"

8197031 PIN COTTER 1/8" X 1"

9195106 ROLL PIN 1/8 - 1 1/4

8172007 WASHER 1/4 SAE

8154007 NUT HEX 10-24

8059136 SCREWCAP #10-24 X 3/4

350288

890456

350313

LABEL INSTRUCTION SEEDER BOX

LABEL HOSE PLUG KD/SV

LABEL PRODUCT DECAL OS

PARTS BAG SEEDER BOX KIT 350326

8160002 NUT LOCK 5/16 (REQUIRE ON THE OLD MODELS ONLY)

8177011 WASHER LOCK 5/16

8041026 SCREWCAP 5/16-18 x 3/4

8172020 WASHER 5/16 FENDER

8171006 WASHER 1/2 FC

8161044 NUT LOCK 1/2" THIN HGT

350327

LIT SEEDER BOX (INCLUDES TEMPLATE)

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

FLAIL REEL KIT 350112

PARTS DRAWING

item

no.

QTY

PARTS

LIST

Part No.

400502

8041050

350141

350100

350144

350145

350146

8172011

LOCK WASHER TW ISTED TOOTH

SCREWCAP REEL PULLEY

SHAFT FLAIL BLADE

BLADE FLAIL

SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/2"

SHAFT WA FLAIL REEL

CLIP LOCK 1/2"

WASHER 1/2 SAE

FLAIL SHAFT KIT 350185

FLAIL BLADE KIT 350186

PARTS

LIST

Part No. QTY

item

no.

PARTS

LIST

Part No. QTY

item

no.

74 BLADE FLAIL

350100 60

350146

73 SHAFT FLAIL BLADE

78 CLIP LOCK 1/2"

350141

350146

78 CLIP LOCK 1/2"

SPACER BUMPER KIT 350258

SLICING BLADE KIT 350187

item

no.

PARTS

LIST

QTY

item

no.

PARTSLIST

QTY

Part No.

76 SPACER BUMPER 5/8" x 1/2"

350144

81 BLADE 10" HEX SLICING

350147

85 SCREWCAP 1/4-20 X 3/4 HCS ZP 8041004

86 NUT LOCK 1/4-20

8142004

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

SLICING REEL ASSY 350113

PARTS DRAWING

PARTS

item

no.

PR500

Part No.

800177

400164

350142

350147

350148

350149

350150

8041004

8142004

350152

350153

350154

350155

QTY

LIST

LOCK WASHER 5/16 TWISTED TOOTH

SCREWCAP 5/16 - 24 x 1" HCS GR. 5

SHAFT SLICING WA

BLADE SLICING REEL

PLATE BLADE MTG.

SPACER BLADE MTG.

SPACER BLADE ASSY

SCREWCAP 1/4-20 x 3/4, HCS ZP

NUT LOCK 1/4-20

COLLAR SPACER

WASHER 0.937 x 1.750 x 0.119

WASHER LOCK 7/8 INT. TOOTH

NUT JAM 7/8-14

SPRING TINE REEL ASSY - 350355-S

item

no.

Part No.

QTY

PARTS

LIST

SHAFT WA SPRING TINE REEL

SHAFT SPRING TINE REEL

SPRING TINE

RING RETAINING 1/2"

SCREWCAP 5/16"-24x1" GR. 5 ZP

WASHER LOCK TWISTED TOOTH HEAVY

350353

350351

350352

350146

400164

430298

108

SPRING REPLACEMENT KIT - 350356-S

item

no.

PARTS

LIST

QTY

Part No.

350352

350146

SPRING TINE

RING RETAINING 1/2"

108

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

PARTS DRAWING

PR550, PR550H, PR550T,

PR550HT, PR600S, OS551,

OS551H, OS600S

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

PARTS LIST

PARTS

PR550

PR550H

OS551

OS551H

PR550T

PR550HT

PR600S

OS600S

item

no.

QTY

LIST

Pulley 3" OD

1A Spacer Crank PR Honda

Part No.

350101-01

Part No.

350101

350339

350102

350103

350104

350107

350112

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350174

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

600115

Part No.

350101-01

Part No.

350101

350339

350102

350103

350104

350107

350113

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350174

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

600115

Part No.

350101-01

Part No.

350101

350339

350102

350236

350362

350107

350354

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350174

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

600115

Part No.

350101

350339

350102

350103

350104

350107

350354

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350174

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

600115

Part No.

350101

350339

350102

350103

350104

350107

350113

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350174

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

600115

350307

9201078

400570

500181

350288

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8172015

430298

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8161044

400164

350266

520031

350346

Pulley 6.5" OD X ¾"

Wheel 8" Front PR

Wheel 10" Front PR

Height Adjust Assy

Reel Flail / Slicing / Spring Assy

Pulley Idler 2.75"

Arm Idler WA

350102

350103

350104

350107

350112

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350184

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

350102

350103

350104

350107

350113

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350184

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

350102

350236

350362

350107

350354

350114

350115

350116

350118

350119

350194

350121

350309

350125

350126

350127

350128

350182

350130

350195

350196

350133

350134

350135

350375

350374

350138

350167

350168

350171

350173

350184

350175

350176

350178

350179

350181

400217

500114

Belt 5L X 36

10 Spacer Reel Pulley

11 Bracket Mount Clutch Cable

12 Chassis WA W/ Label

13 Frame Front WA

14 Bushing 0.375 OD X 0.256 ID X 0.88

15 Spring Height Adjust PR500

16 Link Height Adjust PR500

17 Yoke ½ - 20

18 Pin Yoke ½"

19 Bracket Mount Hgt. Adj. WA

20 Spacer Spanner Wheel PR500

21 Guard Belt WA W/ Label

22 Guard Shaft WA W/ Label

23 Bearing ¾" Cast Pillow Block

24 Handle Lower LH WA

25 Handle Lower RH WA

26 Handle Upper PR500

27 Bail Clutch WA

28 Loop Folding Handle

29 Deflector Rubber

30 Shield Bearing

31 Bar Clamp Deflector

32 Bracket Height Adjust Lock WA

33 Guard Pulley Back

34 Lever Height Control

35 Label Instr. Hgt. Adj.

36 Bolt Shoulder ¼" x 1 ¾"

37 Bolt Shoulder 5/16" x 1 ¾"

38 Cable Clutch Reel PR500

39 Spring Extension

40 BOLT SHOULDER 1/2" X 1"

41 ENGINE HONDA 5.5 H.P. GX160

ENGINE INTEK 5.5HP OHV B&S

ENGINE SUBARU 6HP EX17

42 KEY 3/16" X 1"

350197

9201078

400570

500181

350197

9201078

400570

500181

350307

9201078

400570

500181

9201078

400570

500181

9201078

400570

500181

350288

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

9201078

400570

500181

350288

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8172015

430298

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8161044

400164

350266

520031

350346

9201078

400570

500181

43 GRIP 1" x 13"

44 GRIP LEVER 1/8 x 1 x 5"

45 LABEL INSTRUCTION SEEDER BOX

46 WASHER 5/16 FC

47 FINGER BELT WIRE

48 LABEL DANGER THROWN OBJECT

49 LABEL CLUTCH VQ

50 LABEL HOT ENGINE

51 LABEL WARNING

52 LABEL DANGER GUARD

53 PLUG CAP 1" RD

54 BOLT CARRAIGE 3/8-16 x 1 3/4

55 BOLT CARRAIGE 5/16-18 x 1 3/4

56 BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16 -18 x 3/4

57 LOCK WASHER TW. TOOTH

58 NUT LOCK #10-24

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

400502

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

400502

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8172015

430298

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8161044

8041050

350266

520031

350346

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8172015

430298

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8160005

400164

350266

520031

350346

8171003

350301

810736

830503

400268

400424

900327

890132

8024061

8024043

8024039

800177

8164005

8160001

8160003

8161042

8160002

8041008

8041052

8042026

8172015

430298

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8160005

400164

350266

520031

350346

59 NUT LOCK 1/4-20

60 NUT LOCK 3/8-16

61 NUT LOCK 3/8-16 THIN

62 NUT LOCK 5/16-18

63 SCREWCAP 1/4-20 x 1 1/2

64 SCREWCAP 3/8 - 16 x 1 1/2

65 SCREWCAP 5/16-24 x 3/4" GR.5

65A Washer 3/4 SAE

65B Washer 5/16 Twist Tooth

66 SCREWCAP 5/16 - 18 x 1 1/2

67 SCREWCAP 5/16-24 X 1

68 WASHER 3/8 FLAT CUT

69 WASHER 1/2 FC

70 NUT LOCK 1/2" - 13 THIN HGT

71 SCREWCAP REEL PULLEY

72 BUTTON SOCKET 5/16-18X5/8”

73 BOLT SHOULDER 1/2" x 2"

74 NUT FLANGE 5/16-18

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8161044

8041050

350266

520031

350346

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8161044

400164

350266

520031

350346

8041030

400164

8171004

8171006

8160005

400164

350266

520031

350346

S P A C E R 1/2" ID

W A S H E R 3/8 S A E

N U T P A L 3/8

3/4"

350363

8172009

360218

350363

8172009

360218

350363

8172009

360218

8172009

360218

8171002

8172009

360218

8171002

8172009

360218

8171002

8172009

360218

8171002

8172009

360218

8171002

W A S H E R 1/4 F LA T C U T

8171002

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

PR & OS Owner’s Manual

MAINTENANCE RECORD

Date

Service Performed

Part No 350324

Form No F021108D

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