Billy Goat Automobile Accessories AET48 Owner's Manual

TOW AE Owner’s Manual
BILLY GOAT TOW AERATOR
AET48 Owner's Manual
Replacement Parts
Tine Row Kit
Complete tine row set for
replacement of one
complete row of tines.
Includes mounting plates,
spacer, and all hardware.
P/N 360197
Part No 361149
Tine Kit
Water Jug
Individual coring tine for
replacement of worn or
broken tines.
Provides weigh for the
machine to allow for
deeper ground penetration.
P/N 360100
P/N 361100
1
72" Conversion Kit
Allows the unit to be
expanded to 72".
P/N 361273
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL
THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT ® Tow Aerator. Your new machine has been carefully designed and
manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and
maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully
before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.
CONTENTS
SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
4-5
PACKING CHECKLIST & ASSEMBLY
6
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION
7-8
MAINTENANCE
9
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE
ILLUSTRATED PARTS & PARTS LISTS
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SERIAL PLATE DATA
Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Specifications
TOW AE
Total Unit Weight:
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244# (109.8 Kg)
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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
Tow Aerator.
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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.
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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 on steep slopes
DO NOT operate barefoot or wearing open sandals. Always wear substantial footwear
DO NOT place hands or feet underneath unit, or near any moving parts.
DO NOT operate the machine while under the influence of alcohol or drugs.
DO NOT aerate near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments.
DO NOT aerate at high speeds or while making extremely sharp turns.
ALWAYS raise the tine reel when crossing gravel drives, walks, or roads.
ALWAYS Use equipment only in daylight or good artificial light.
ALWAYS wear safety goggles or safety glasses with side shields
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, limbs, or clothes line
anchors, etc.
WARNING: Important
This unit is not meant to be transported on roadways. Doing so can
damage the unit and possibly cause harm to the operator or
bystanders.
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INTENDED USE
INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for aerating established lawns and large grass covered areas. 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, stop immediately and check for
damaged or worn tine reel, loose set screws, lodged foreign objects. (See trouble shooting section on page 10).
INSTRUCTION LABELS
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The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT Aerator. If any labels are damaged or missing, replace them before operating this
equipment. Part numbers from the Illustrated Parts List are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels. The correct position for
each label may be determined by referring to the part numbers shown.
LABEL WARNING GUARDS
P/N 900327
PACKING CHECKLIST
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton.
READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.
TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box.
PARTS BAG &
LITERATURE ASSY
Boxing Parts
Checklist
Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-361149, Loose Parts Bag P/N361148
To secure, place rod into groove
with the pin resting between the
frame
Lift Bar Tow AE 361149
Tow AE Frame 361130-S
Wheel Assembly
Left - 361111-S
Wheel Assembly
Right - 361112-S
Hitch Assembly361114
Loose Parts
Assembly - 361148
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ASSEMBLY
1. Assemble the machine. See page 11 for parts illustration.
2. First attach the two frames together (item 1) with the hardware (items 31,32, and 35).
3. Grease the shafts on the wheel assemblies. Then attach the wheel assemblies to the frame by sliding them in the
collars on the front side of the frame. Then secure them in place with the snap rings (item 22).
4. Attach the hitch assembly and braces (items 9 and 10) to the frame with the hardware (items 31, 32, 33, 34, 35,
and 36).
5. Attach the machine to a suitable hitch using the pin (item 15) and hitch pin (item 16).
6. Place water tanks or weights in the designated positions the unit and secure them with a strap. DO NOT overload
this machine with weights.
7. Secure the lift rod before aerating.
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.
DO NOT operate if excessive vibration occurs. If excessive vibration occurs, stop immediately and check for
damaged or worn tine reel, loose set screws, or lodged foreign objects. (See trouble shooting section on page 10).
TINES RAISING/LOWERING
Place your foot on the wheel guard or insert the lift rod into the square slot
and apply pressure, then pull the pin outward. This will allow the wheel to
move up or down. Repeat this operation on the opposite side. DO NOT
operate with one wheel up and the other down, this can damage the unit.
BEFORE AERATING
MOW: Mow the lawn to its normal cut height.
WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine penetration the
lawn should be thoroughly watered the day before aeration.
INSPECT lawn before beginning work. Remove all rocks, wire, string, or
other objects that can present a hazard during work prior to starting.
IDENTIFY and mark all fixed objects to be avoided during work, such as
sprinkler heads, water valves, buried cables, or clothes line anchors, etc.
Tines up
transport
Tines down
Aerating
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HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:
CAUTION: This unit is heavy do not lift.
REMOVE: Drain the water from the weight jugs (see accessories pg. 1) or remove weights before loading and
unloading the unit.
NOTE: The water tank accessory is also heavy (up to 40 lbs.) when it is full of water. The tank should be drained
and secured in place during transport.
USING RAMPS: Use ramps that are of adequate strength for a unit of this weight. When loading the aerator using
ramps be sure the ramp is not too steep and that the surface of the ramp provides good traction.
PARKING
NEVER PARK THIS UNIT ON A SLOPE OF ANY KIND. Always keep tines in the up position when parking the unit.
ENGAGE TINES: With the aerator in the work area, raise both wheels to their upward locked position, this will
lower the tines into the dirt.
TRANSPORT: Be sure to lift the tines out of the ground before transporting away from the work area.
AERATING TIPS
WATER: For the best performance and maximum tine penetration, the lawn should be thoroughly watered the day
before aeration.
SLOPES: Do not aerate on steep slopes. Use extreme caution when operating on any sloped surface. For lesser
sloped areas operate the unit, traversing up and down at a 45 degree angle to the slope rather than straight
across.
TINE PENETRATION: Maximum tine penetration is achieved by the amount of weight that is being used.
TURNING: Avoid sharp turns or high speed turns as this may result in damage to the machine.
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MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals:
Maintenance Operation
Every Use (daily)
Every 50 Hours
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Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts.
Thoroughly clean all debris from unit and tine reel
Every 25 hrs
z
Check tine reel nut torque. Torque to min. 100 ft.lbs.
z
Grease bearings (see lubrication).
z
TINE REEL REMOVAL AND TINE ROW REPLACEMENT (see parts illustration on page 11)
TINE REEL REMOVAL
NOTE: Tine reel removal is only necessary to replace an entire tine row or for other major unit maintenance.
Individual tines can be replaced by following the INDIVIDUAL TINE REPLACEMENT instructions.
1. With the tines in a raised position, secure the unit by chocking the wheels.
2. Remove the four bolts and nuts, two on each side, holding the tine reel bearings in place. BE CAREFUL the tine reel is
heavy and sharp. Take precautions to not allow it to fall when the bearing bolts are removed.
3. Lift the reel up and to the side to remove it from the drive chain.
4. See TINE ROW REPLACEMENT for instructions on maintenance.
5. To reinstall the reel follow the above steps in reverse.
TINE ROW REPLACEMENT
1. Remove the tine reel per the TINE REEL REMOVAL instructions.
2. Remove the cotter pin and nut at the end of the tine reel shaft that secures the tine rows in place.
3. Remove the tine rows and spacers as necessary to replace the defective part. Be sure to note the order in which the
spacers were removed for later reassembly.
4. Reassemble the tine reel in the exact order that it was disassembled.
5. Tighten the nut that secures the tine rows and spacers on the shaft. Torque the nut to a minimum of 100 ft.lbs. Check
that all of the tine rows are tight by attempting to move them by hand.
6. Reinstall the tine reel per the TINE REEL REMOVAL instructions above.
TIP: Spraying tines with a rust preventing lubricant can increase tine life and allow for easier replacement of worn or
damaged tines.
INDIVIDUAL TINES REPLACEMENT
1. With the tines in a raised position, secure the unit by chocking the wheels.
2. Loosen but do not remove the outermost nut and carriage bolt that secure the damaged or worn tine.
3. Loosen and remove the innermost nut and carriage bolt that hold the tine in the reel.
4. Use a small pry bar and push the tine plates apart slightly to slide out the tine to be replaced.
5. Slide the new tine in place and secure with the innermost nut and carriage bolt. Tighten completely.
6. Retighten the outermost nut and carriage bolt to completely secure the new tine.
7. Repeat as required to replace all damaged or worn tines.
NOTE: Tines are a normal wear item and should be inspected regularly for signs of wear or damage.
LUBRICATION
BEARINGS1. With the tines in a raised position, secure the unit by chocking the wheels.
2. Lubricate all the bearings using a pressurized grease gun with standard lithium based grease.
3. Wipe any excess grease off of all bearings and fittings after each lubrication.
NOTE: If machine is cleaned with a pressure washer, the bearings should be lubricated after each cleaning.
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Troubleshooting
P roblem
A bnorm al vibration.
P ossible C ause
D am aged or m issing tines. Loose nuts and
bolts
S olution
S top w ork im m ediately. R eplace any
dam aged or m issing tines. T ighten all
loose bolts and nuts.
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
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PARTS DRAWING AE
19
20
32
32
18
21
11
35
31
1
5
35
31
29
1
2
29
4
25
28
31
24
22
24
14
23
30
13
32
32
10
34 30 25
11
17
7
27 26
23
31 35
15
8
12
16 31
35 31
18
21
22
35
6
3
30
33
9
25
24
13
35
14
6
37
21
42
41
48
39 40
39
47
45 43
41
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PARTS LIST AE
ITEM
NO.
TOW AE
DESCRIPTION
Part No.
1
FRAME TOW AE W/LABELS
2
LABEL PRODUCT OVAL
3
LABEL PRODUCT DECAL SM CIRCLE
4
SERVICE WHEEL BRACKET LEFT
5
6
7
8
QTY
361130-S
2
360274
2
890456
2
361111-S
1
SERVICE WHEEL BRACKET RIGHT
361112-S
1
SERVICE WHEEL ASSY TOW AE
361272-S
2
BRACKET MOUNT TONGUE
361136
1
TUBE TONGUE TOW AE
361137
1
9
BRACE TONGUE SHORT
361161
2
10
BRACE TONGUE LONG
361139
1
11
PIN WHEEL TOW AE
361144
2
12
PLATE HITCH TOW AE
361160
2
13
SPACER 3/4" ID X 2.125
361146
2
14
SPACER WHEEL TOW AE
361145
2
15
PIN BENT ARM 5/8" X 3"
811168
1
16
PIN HAIR SPRING 5/8" - 3/4"
811169
1
17
BEARING 3/4" CAST BLOCK
350133
4
18
SPRING WHEEL TOW AE
361169
2
19
LIFT BAR WA TOW AE
361152
1
20
PIN 3/8" X 1 1/2 DETENT
510130
1
21
PIN COTTER 3/16" X 2" ZP
8197033
4
2
22
RING SNAP EXTERNAL
361150
23
SCREWCAP 1/2" - 13 X 5 1/2" HCS ZP
8041109
2
24
WASHER .765 ID X 1.25 OD X .06"
850238
4
25
NUT LOCK 1/2" - 13 HEX
8160005
3
26
SCREWCAP 1/2-13 X 7" HCS
8041235
1
27
WASHER 1/2" SAE
8172011
2
28
LABEL WARNING
900327
2
29
BOLT CARRIAGE 3/8" - 16 X 1 1/2"HCS
8024060
8
30
SCREWCAP 3/8" - 16 X 3 1/2 HCS
8041060
2
31
NUT LOCK 3/8" - 16 HEX
8160003
23
32
SCREWCAP 3/8" - 16 X 1 1/4" HCS ZP
8041051
5
33
SPACER 1/2" ID X 1.5
361147
2
34
SCREWCAP 3/8" - 16 X 1 1/2" HCS ZP
8041052
6
35
WASHER 3/8" SAE
8172009
38
37
SPACER TINE BEARING
360109
2
38
SHAFT TINE WA TOW AE
361102
2
39
PLATE MOUNT DRIVE TINE
360101
16
36
40
TINE 3/4" CORE HARDENED
360100
48
41
TUBE 1.5" SQ X 5.027" 12 GA
361265-P
6
42
TUBE 1.5" SQ X 1.125" 12 GA
361266
2
43
SPACER ENGINE HONDA
830113
2
45
NUT SLOTTED HEX 7/8" - 14 GR. 2
8148005
2
46
SPACER TINE DRIVE
360105
8
47
BOLT CARRIAGE 5/16" - 18 X 1 3/4"
8024043
96
48
NUT LOCK 5/16" -18
8160002
96
44
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