Vacuums

Today we are going to be talking about the Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum. This is Billy Goats largest and most quiet machine. This particular model is Billy Goats largest self-propelled garden vacuum, which offers everything you need in a wheeled garden vacuum. It sells for £3779.99 and at the moment has a £280 discount.

Last week we talked about the Billy Goat basic garden vacuum and their midrange wheeled garden vacuum. Today will be talking about the top of the range Billy Goat quiet vacuum.

Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum

The Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum is a 33-inch wide leaf and litter vacuum which is ideal for large gardens, professional landscapers and gardeners and is ideal for industrial and commercial areas.

Engine

The Billy goat is powered by a high-performance 270 cc 7 hp Honda engine, which is very quiet indeed. I have owned several pieces of machinery with Honda engines, they are very quiet, reliable and economical engines. Although I would like to start an engine two or three times in the winter, there have been occasions when I have left an engine all winter without starting. The amazing fact about the Honda engines is that they can be left for many months without starting and then start first pull.

Incidentally, this machine has a recoil start which I know from experience is absolutely effortless.

To start the engine, turn the switch on the engine to the on position. Turn the petrol on, and then the choke, pull the starting chord and as soon as the engine fires, move the choke to the off position and you are away!

Please Note

Honda engines have a fuel tap which turns off the fuel, I normally stop the engine after a days use by turning the fuel off. In this way, it stops the fuel sitting in the carburettor for long periods which can cause problems later. It only takes a minute or so for the engine to stop.

The Billy Goat can be used to collect leaves and debris by driving in a forward or reverse direction, with a 33-inch white suction chute, the Billy Goat will quickly clear leaves and debris from your garden.

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The Billy Goat has a bag capacity of 136 L which is a considerable amount of leaves and debris. The bag is attached simply with four hooks and can quickly be removed for emptying. It is important not to overfill the bag as this will create blockages which will slow your work rate down considerably in the long run. You will soon get used to how much debris is in the bag, you can simply put your foot on the bag and feel how much debris is in the bag. It’s a case of trial and error to start with!

The Billy Goat also has an optional hose kit available, this is ideal for getting in the areas where the Billy Goat cannot go. For example, the hose can be used to clear leaves around flower borders, shrubs, and under hedges etc.

Hydrostatic transmission

The Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum is fitted with hydrostatic transmission, which to me is the best type of transmission to have on the majority of garden and horticultural machinery.

Hydrostatic transmission offers instant forward and reverse speed without using any clutch or gears. Basically, the Billy Goat transmission consists of an oil-driven motor on the axle, which is powered by a small hydraulic pump. On walk-behind hydrostatic drive machines, you normally have a hand lever pull one way for forward and the other way for reverse. This gives you variable speeds in forward and reverse with no clutch or gear lever to move. It also gives you variable speed instantly which is great when you’re going through thick patches of leaves so as you can slow the machine right down.

Some machines, for example, zero-turn mowers have two hydrostatic motors which gives instant forward and reverse on the two rear wheels. This offers exceptional manoeuvrability and is the most efficient type of transmission drive in my view.

Operating the Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum

The Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum has a screw-type height adjustment at the rear of the machine. It is recommend that the vacuum chute is set approximately 1 inch above the ground. This may vary depending on the type of terrain you are travelling over. If the grassed areas are slightly rough may need a slightly higher setting.

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Over 40 years in the business

To give you confidence in buying a Billy Goat vacuum, Billy Goat probably the largest manufacturers in garden vacuums. They have also been building garden vacuums for over 40 years.

Optional extras

Parking Brake

Optional extras include a replacement bag, a parking brake which is ideal if you are working on slopes. However, if the engine is not running, in normal cases with hydrostatic drive the machine will not move.

Collapsible Hose

There is a 10-foot collapsible hose that can be stored on the machine, this is definitely an accessory that I would strongly recommend.

Liner Sleeve

This is something that I would probably use just to give further protection to the machine. It is really meant for sandy conditions, however, I feel it’s always good to protect your machine as much as possible.

Conclusion

As you know I’m all for making life easy in the garden, whether you are a professional gardener or landscaper or have a large garden. The Billy Goat is one of those machines that once you have one you won’t want to be without one!

My advice is always to go for the best machine that you can afford. The cheapest Billy Goat starts at £649.99, this is a push model and is ideal for narrow paths and smaller gardens. The Billy Goat QV900HSP Quiet Vac Self Propelled Wheeled Vacuum is a top of the range model and has everything you need for a good garden vacuum!

Features

• State-of-the-art cyclonic filtration with exclusive dust sock technology
• Six-blade armour plate steel fan
• Rear turf tyres and front castors for excellent maneuverability
• Simple to handle two-latch bag system
• Optional Hose Kit with extendable handle
• Bag Volume : 136 litre mesh turf

Specifications

• Engine : Honda 4 stroke 270cc
• Drive : Yes, self -propelled
• Working Width: 84cm / 33”
• Volume : As low as 97 LWa and 77 dBa at full RPM and 96 LWa and 76 dBa at 2800 RPM
• Length : 160cm
• Width : 83.8cm
• Weight : 112.5kg (248lb)
• Warranty : Manufacturer’s 12 Months

Today we are looking at the Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum, this is a 6 hp machine. Yesterday we were looking at the smaller Billy Goat LB352 wheeled push vacuum with a 3.5 hp engine. This particular model costs £1299.99, or there is the Billy Goat KV601 push wheeled vacuum available at £999.98

The Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum offers more power than the previous model and most importantly this model is self-propelled. So it takes any effort of pushing a machine away.

The Billy Goat KV601SP Self-Propelled Garden Vacuum

The Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum is a 27-inch model that offers powerful garden vacuuming. The Billy goat is powered by a powerful 6 hp Briggs & Stratton professional series engine.

I have owned many machines over the years and my guess is that 75% of these machines have been powered by Briggs and Stratton engines. When I look back, I can honestly say that I have almost had zero problems with the Briggs & Stratton engine’s that I have owned.

More Info On The Billy Goat KV601SP Self-Propelled Garden Vacuum

With the leaves falling right now the Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum offers the perfect way to keep your garden tidy. You can either drive the machine up and down and clear leaves from your lawn and driveway. Or you can use the optional hose attachment which becomes like a giant vacuum cleaner for vacuuming leaves and flower borders and those awkward places that you cannot reach.

The Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum it is ideal for clearing leaves from driveways, paths, lawns, tennis courts and all those awkward to get to places. Especially with the optional hose attachment that goes in places where blowers and rakes can’t go!

Self-Propelled

The Billy Goat is a self-propelled garden vacuum which takes the hard work out of pushing the machine. It has one forward speed and is highly manoeuvrable.

Adjustable Height

The Billy Goat has an adjustable height for maximum performance. For example, if you are clearing leaves on your lawn, you need to raise the machine slightly, so that you are not pushing through the grass. Whereas on a hard surface like a driveway, you can set the machine lower for maximum suction.

Accessories

Optional extras are available for the Billy Goat KV601SP self-propelled garden vacuum, including, a hose kit, a caster wheel kit which increases manoeuvrability. Billy Goat also offers a nozzle wear kit which helps to protect the nozzle on your hose.

If you’re looking to reduce the amount of waste going into the collection bag there is a shredder screen kit that can reduce leaf waste up to 12 times. This obviously means fewer journeys to the compost heap!

There is also a liner sleeve, this helps to protect the machine when it is used in sandy conditions. Sand can be particularly abrasive so I would definitely recommend this optional extra. It is probably not a bad idea to add it to protect your machine against general wear and tear.

Finally, there is a cover to keep your Billy Goat vacuum dry and clean when not in use. I would definitely recommend an outbuilding to house your machine, although if space is limited the cover could be an option.

Look After Your Billy Goat Vacuum

As with all machinery it pays to look after your investment to keep it running properly. Make sure you clean your machine down after use, I often use a leaf blower to blow machinery down after use.

It also important to look after the Briggs & Stratton professional engine. I would recommend an oil change after the initial 10 hours of first use and then refer to the engine manual for future recommended oil changes. I always say that it’s cheaper to keep the oil clean rather than wear expensive engine parts.

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As with all engines and this is something that is often neglected. Make sure and keep your engine air filter clean, it’s amazing how much dust and dirt can build up in an air filter, especially if you are collecting dry leaves.

Most air filters only take a few minutes to clean and are very easy to access. Simply remove the air filter and remove any dirt, ideally with an airline. Most air filters are dry paper filters which are very easy to clean and to replace. It is of utmost importance that no dirt or debris enters the engine as this will cause unnecessary wear and tear and shorten the life of the engine.

How Did The Billy Goat Perform?

The Billy goat has a good capacity for leaf collection, however, it is much easier to collect your leaves regularly rather than trying to collect wet sticky leaves all at once. As with rotary lawnmowers and leaf vacuums they have a tendency to block when you are trying to put too many wet leaves through.

The Briggs & Stratton 6 hp engine is very easy to start, spare parts are readily available at sensible prices.

The Billy Goat KV601 self-propelled garden vacuum is one of those machines that not that many people own, however, to me it’s a great machine to make life in the garden easier.

If you look after your Billy goat vacuum properly it will give you many years of trouble-free service.

Specification

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Today we are going to be talking about the Billy Goat LB352 wheeled push vacuum, which is Billy Goats entry-level vacuum that sells for just £649.99.

We are now well into October and the leaves are coming down. However, in East Anglia, the trees are still quite green for the time of year, but that will quickly change with the autumn rains and frosts!

Over the past few weeks, we have been talking about various types of leaf blowers, ranging from handheld leaf blowers, knapsack blowers and wheeled blowers. So I thought today would be a good time to introduce the Billy Goat LB 352 wheeled push vacuum. This is Billy Goats entry-level model, however, it still has good features that the larger more powerful models also have.

Billy Goat LB352 Wheeled Push Vacuum

The Billy Goat LB 352 wheeled push vacuum is powered by Briggs & Stratton 500 series engine, which develops 3.5 hp. This model is a push model, however, at 26 kg, it pushes easily, especially on hard surfaces, like patios and pathways etc.

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This vacuum is ideal for people with limited access, it is approximately 21 inches wide and has a working capacity of 20 inches. This is the type of machine that will fit into most smaller gardens and get around those narrow winding paths.

The Billy Goat LB 352 wheeled push vacuum is suitable for areas up to half an acre. If you are looking for a larger garden vacuum you can see more of our Billy Goat garden vacuums here. We will be featuring a few more models over the coming few days.

Is This Billy Goat Model Suitable For You?

The Billy Goat LB 352 wheeled push vacuum is perfect for clearing leaves on lawns, patios, driveways and even tennis courts. The easy empty bag system allows you to collect leaves with literally no spillage. The large chute at the rear of the machine minimises blockages and keeps the debris flowing into the bag.

The ingenious design actually allows you to pick up leaves from gravel drives without picking up stones.

To make your Billy Goat garden vacuum even more versatile, there is an optional 7-foot hose kit that allows you to vacuum between plants and shrubs. This is a very useful feature as with traditional blowers the leaves tend to get held up on shrubs and plants. Whereas with the Billy Goat wonder hose the leaves can simply be vacuumed up, it is almost like vacuuming your lounge!

Height Adjustment

The front wheels of the Billy Goat vacuum are adjustable independently. It’s important to adjust the wheels to the right cutting height for optimum performance. On lawns you will need the machine to be slightly further off the ground otherwise will be difficult to push through the grass. Whereas on smooth surfaces, like driveways and tennis courts the height adjustment can be set much lower.

Warranty

The Billy Goat LB 352 wheeled push vacuum has a one-year domestic warranty and six-month commercial warranty.

Would I Buy A Billy Goat?

I am someone who likes to make gardening easy and as a contractor, over the years I have seen people make unbelievably hard work of gardening. With the right equipment and machines your garden work can become pleasurable rather than a drag or drain on your body. I recommend the Billy goat range of vacuums, they have model to suit every need. You can see more Billy Goat vacuums here.

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