Billy Goat QB1004 User's Manual
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1. Figure 4 Figure 2 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 10 of 12 QB554HC QB654 QB884H QB994S QB1004 QB1304H QB1304HBW PARTS DRAWING 18 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 11 of 12 19 PARTS LIST International only QB884H QB994S QB1004 QB1304H QB1304HBW PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY 1 ENGINE 13HP HONDA 430366 1 430366 1 ENGINE 10 HP BRIGGS amp STRATTON INTEK 430352 1 ENGINE 8 HP HONDA 400937 1 ENGINE 5 0 HP HONDA 430272 1 ENGINE 9 0 HP SUBARU OHV 430413 1 ENGINE 6 5 HP BRIGGS amp STRATTON 430372 1 2 WASHER LOCK 5 16 TWISTED TOOTH 800177 2 800177 2 800177 2 800177 2 800177 2 800177 2 800177 2 3 GUST DIRECTOR QB 430369 1 430369 1 430314 1 430314 1 430314 1 430314 1 430314 1 4 PLATE FRONT amp GRILL ASSY 430182 1 430182 1 430182 1 430182 1 430182 1 430182 1 430182 1 5 IMPELLER ASS Y 430276 1 400922 1 400965 1 400965 1 400965 1 400965 1 400965 1 6 KEY SQUARE 1 4 X 2 1 4 9201123 1 9201123 1 9201123 1 9201123 1 9201123 1 9201123 1 KEY SQUARE 3 16 x 1 3 4 9201084 1 72. LABEL CONTROL QB HONDA 430388 1 430333 1 430333 1 430333 1 430333 1 LABEL CONTROL QB B amp S 430351 1 430351 1 8 AXLE 430181 1 430181 1 430181 1 430181 1 430181 1 430181 1 430394 1 9 WASHER LOCK 7 16 TWISTED TOOTH 850132 1 850132 1 850132 1 850132 1 WASHER LOCK 3 8 TWISTED TOOTH 400502 1 400502 1 400502 1 10 SCREW CAP 7 16 20 x 1 1 4 HEX HD GR 5 TORQUE 58 FT LBS 78 N m 800554 1 800554 1 800554 1 SCREW CAP 3 8 24 x 2 3 4 HEX HD GR 8 TORQUE 50 FT LBS 68 N m 790167 1 790167 1 SCREW CAP 5 16 24 x 1 1 4 GR 8 TORQUE 31 FT LBS 42 N m 400389 1 SCREWCAP 3 8 24 x 1 GR 8 TORQUE 50 FT LBS 68 N m 900154 1 11 LABEL DO NOT FILL WHEN ENGINE IS HOT 400268 1 400268 1 400268 1 400268 1 400268 1 400268 1 400268 1 12 SHEET METAL SCREW 1 4 x 3 4 DRILL POINT 430208 9 430208 9 430208 9 430208 9 430208 9 430208 9 430208 9 13 GUIDE ROPE 830533 2 830533 2 830533 2 830533 2 830533 2 14 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 8041029 7 8041029 7 8041029 7 8041029 7 8041029 7 8041029 7 8041029 7 15 SCREW CAP 1 4 20 x 2 8041010 1 8041010 1 8041010 1 8041010 1 8041010 1 8041010 1 8041010 1 16 NUT LOC
3. on the air director then check for air director position 4 Loosen or tighten the same bottom nut then repeat step 3 until the air director position is satisfactory 5 Tighten the top nut Raise Lock Position Lower Lock Position Note You will not get full range of motion of air director If you raise or lower default locking postion Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 7 of 12 MAINTENANCE 17 Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments disassembly or any kind of repair DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE SERVICING UNIT WARNING TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP ENGINE See engine manufacturer operator s instructions RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE AND GUARDS BEFORE STARTING ENGINE 1 Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug 2 Remove front wheel item 23 and front wheel bracket item 27 3 Remove housing front plate item 4 by removing nine 9 screws item 12 around outside of front plate 4 Remove impeller bolt and lock washer 5 Pull on center hub backplate area only of impeller If impeller slides off freely proceed to step 8 6 Place two crowbars between center hub backplate area of impeller and housing on opposite sides Carefully pry impeller away from engine until it loosens Using a penetrat ing oil can help loosen a stuck impeller 7 If the impeller does not loosen obtain a 1 25 4mm longer bolt o
4. to upper handle vibration mounts using two lock nuts item 32 Hand tighten only NOTE 13 hp Honda models will have an offset bracket item 65 installed at the front of the housing Connect the handle brace Item 30 to the bracket Item 65 on 13 hp models 3 Securely tighten all hardware listed above in steps 1 thru 2 4 Remove four lock nuts from the front plate and use them to attach the front wheel bracket Item 27 Using spacer Item 18 washer Item 19 and Lock Nut Item 16 to attach Front wheel Item 23 onto the front wheel bracket 5 QB1304HBW only Your unit was shipped with the rear wheels removed To complete assembly of your unit you must remove the clip at each end of the rear axle and slide the rear wheel onto the axle leaving all spacers and washers in place between the frame and wheel Re install the clip at the end of the axle to secure the wheel in place 6 Connect spark plug wire Parts Bag amp Literature Assy 430334 Parts Bag amp Literature Assy Check Per Model Check Engine Manual Per Model Briggs amp Stratton 6 5 or 10 HP Honda 5 8 or 13 hp Check Check Wire Director Mount 430391 Check Front Exhaust Director 430315 8 10 13 hp 430370 5 6 5 hp Check Check Bracket Front Wheel 430270 Check Front Wheel 430271 1 Install front exhaust wire loop Item 55 across upper handle and slide wire loop to lowest possible position on upper handle Install upper handle
5. 430370 1 430315 1 430315 1 430315 1 430315 1 430315 1 55 SPACER 0 75 x 0 50 800421 3 56 FRAME ASS Y INCLUDES 41 44 51 59 430374 1 430374 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 ITEM DESCRIPTION QB554HC QB654 55 SPACER 0 75 x 0 50 800421 3 56 FRAME ASS Y INCLUDES 41 44 51 59 430374 1 430374 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 430410 1 57 SPACER ENGINE INTEK 430355 1 58 WASHER FLAT CUT 5 16 3 8 ID x 7 8 OD x1 16 8171003 15 8171003 15 8171003 15 8171003 15 8171003 11 8171003 15 8171003 15 59 LABEL READ OWNER S MANUAL 890301 1 890301 1 890301 1 890301 1 890301 1 890301 1 890301 1 60 NUT PAL 1 4 430409 1 430409 1 430409 1 430409 1 430409 1 430409 1 430409 1 61 WIRE MOUNT DIRECTOR 430391 1 430391 1 430391 1 430391 1 430391 1 430391 1 430391 1 62 SPACER PIVOT WIRE 430390 1 430390 1 63 WASHER FLAT FENDER 5 16 8172020 1 8172020 1 8172020 1 8172020 1 8172020 1 8172020 1 8172020 1 64 SPACER ENGINE QB 830113 1 830113 1 830113 1 830543 1 830543 1 65 BRACKET WISHBONE QB13 430416 1 430416 1 66 SCREWCAP 5 16 18 x 3 4 8041026 1 8041026 1 Part No 430316
6. 800 426 7701 Note DO NOT pull or pry on impeller blades Also DO NOT remove the 3 nuts securing the impeller to the hub The complete impeller assem bly must be removed as a nut Subaru America 800 277 6246 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 8 of 12 AIR FILTER COVER REMOVAL INSTRUCTION BRIGGS AND STRATTON Figure 1 Removing the air filter cover for air filter change and throttle control installation 1 Disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove the locknut and the screwcap holding the front part of the handle brace 3 Remove the screw from the front of the air filter cover fig 1 4 Remove the air filter cover by leaning the top of the cover back towards the lower handle and lifting it up fig 2 Figure 4 Installing the air filter cover 1 Install air filter on the engine fig 3 2 Slide the bottom of the air filter cover in place and tilt the cover towards the engine fig 4 amp 5 Note You must line up the tabs on bottom of the cover to the slots on the air filter housing 3 Attach the screw fig 6 4 Reconnect the front part of the handle brace 5 Reconnect spark plug wire Figure 2 Figure 3 Figure 6 Figure 5 MAINTENANCE continued 17 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 9 of 12 AIR FILTER COVER REMOVAL INSTRUCTION HONDA 8 and 13 H P Figure 1 Removing the air filter cover for air filter change and throttle control installation 1 Disconnect spark plug wire 2 Remove the wingnut on t
7. Form No F012203A Page 12 of 12 Clear clog Solution Problem Possible Cause TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions Air intake or exhaust clogged Abnormal vibration Loose or out of balance impeller or loose engine Check impeller and replace if required Check Engine Poor air performance Check stop switches throttle choke position and gasoline Connect spark plug wire Clean or replace air cleaner Or contact a qualified service person Engine will not start Stop switch off Throttle in off position Engine not in full choke position Out of gasoline Bad or old gasoline Spark Plug wire disconnected Dirty air cleaner Engine is locked will not pull over Engine problem Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine problems 20 Engine Service and Warranty Contact your nearest engine manufacturer s authorized servicing dealer 22 1 Purchased from Purchase Date 21 Serial Plate Record your machine model serial number and date of purchase and where purchased min 1 1803 S Jefferson P O Box 308 Lee s Summit MO 64063 USA Tel 816 524 9666 Fax 816 524 6983 Model Serial No Unit Weight Engine Power lbs kg kW rpm 22 Please fill in the WARRANTY CARD and send the upper part to Billy Goat The WARRANTY terms are stated on the lower part which remains with the user Whenever a Billy Goat Machine is faulty due to a defect in material and or workma
8. Item 28 to preassembled lower handle item 29 by sliding the upper over and down the outside of the lower handle Pull recoil handle from the engine and place it between rope guides Item 13 Using screw Item 22 amp lock nut Item 32 to install upper handle to lower handle NOTE Install rope guide on the left hand side for the Honda unit and right hand side for the Briggs amp Stratton unit See fig below for the pictorial Subaru 9 hp Check Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 4 of 12 These labels should be included on your Blower If any of these labels are damaged replace them before putting this equipment into operation Item and part numbers are given to help in ordering replacement labels 4 Check Owner s Manual 430316 Check Warranty Card 400972 EU Declaration of Conformity amp EU Distributor List 430189 Literature Checklist Throttle Control Gust Control CONTROLS PARTS BAG amp LITERATURE ASSY PARTS BAG ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST INSTRUCTION LABELS ENGINE LABELS 12 15 13 WHEN OIL LEVEL LOW ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY OIL ALERT Honda Briggs amp Stratton HONDA MOTOR CO LTD MADE IN JAPAN READ OWNER S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILISATEUR AVANT USAGE VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGHT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN NO UTILIZAR SINANTES NO HABER LEIDO EL MANUAL 14 Label Do Not Fill While Engine Is Hot Item 11 Part No 400268 EXPLOSIVE FUEL S
9. monoxide DO NOT run in enclosed area 24 Screw Cap 3 8 16 x 3 3 4 8041061 Qty 1 Cable Ty 1 900407 Qty 3 20 19 Washer 1 2 SAE 8172011 Qty 1 16 Nut Lock 3 8 16 8161042 Qty 1 13 18 Spacer 1 2 OD x 3 062 Qty 1 Start Stop PULL THEN SLIDE TO LOCK Label Lever QB Item No 46 Part No 430363 14 Screw Cap 5 16 18 x 1 1 4 8041029 Qty 1 Check 55 Nut Lock 5 16 18 Thin 8161041 Qty 1 Part No 430388 TO LOCK IN MIDDLE SLIDE LEVER TO RIGHT TO LOCK AIR DIRECTOR IN MIDDLE POSITION TO UNLOCK SQUEEZE THE LEVER TO UNLOCK AIR DIRECTOR FROM MIDDLE POSITION 1 2 Quiet Blow Series Blowers Honda 5 HP Wire Mount Director 430391 Qty 1 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 5 of 12 HANDLING amp TRANSPORTING OPERATION 16 Using two people to lift machine is recommended Lift holding the handle and handle brace Secure in place during transport INTENDED USE This machine is designed for cleaning outdoor surfaces where the debris can be effectively blown into a consolidated area for convenient pickup and removal 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 Controlle
10. 0 1 400950 1 400950 1 400950 1 400950 1 30 HANDLE BRACE 400951 1 400951 1 400951 1 400951 1 400951 1 400951 1 400951 1 31 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 x 1 8041031 4 8041031 4 8041031 4 8041031 4 8041031 4 8041031 4 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 x 2 1 2 8041034 4 32 NUT LOCK 5 16 18 HEX 8160002 15 8160002 15 8160002 15 8160002 15 8160002 15 8160002 15 8160002 15 33 BUSHING PIVOT BACK 430323 1 430323 1 430323 1 430323 1 430323 1 430323 1 430323 1 34 SCREW CAP 5 16 24 NF x 3 4 GR 5 8042026 2 8042026 2 SCREW CAP 5 16 24 NF x 1 3 4 GR 8 430412 2 430412 2 430412 2 SCREW CAP 5 16 24 NF x 2 GR 8 430411 2 430411 2 35 VIBRATION MOUNT 400173 6 400173 6 400173 6 400173 6 400173 6 400173 6 400173 6 36 PARTS BAG ASS Y INCL ITEMS 32 5 58 1 15 1 37 1 20 3 17 3 430255 1 430255 1 430255 1 430255 1 430255 1 430255 1 430255 1 37 NUT LOCK 1 4 20 HEX 8160001 2 8160001 2 8160001 2 8160001 2 8160001 2 8160001 2 8160001 2 38 RING RETAINING 850230 2 850230 2 850230 2 850230 2 850230 2 850230 2 850230 2 39 BRACKET CONTROL BOX WA QB 430328 1 430328 1 430328 1 430328 1 430328 1 430328 1 430328 1 40 CABLE GUST CONTROL QB 430324 1 430324
11. 1 430324 1 430324 1 430324 1 430324 1 430324 1 41 LABEL DANGER HANDS amp FEET 400424 1 400424 1 400424 1 400424 1 400424 1 400424 1 400424 1 42 THROTTLE CONTROL 430200 1 430200 1 430200 1 430200 1 430200 1 430200 1 43 WASHER FLAT 3 4 S A E 3 16 x 1 1 2 x 1 8 8172015 2 8172015 2 8172015 2 8172015 2 8172015 2 8172015 2 8172015 2 44 LABEL DANGER FLYING MATERIAL 810736 1 810736 1 810736 1 810736 1 810736 1 810736 1 810736 1 45 WASHER 1 4 SAE 8171002 1 8171002 1 8171002 1 8171002 1 8171002 1 8171002 1 8171002 1 46 LABEL LEVER QB 430363 1 430363 1 430363 1 430363 1 430363 1 430363 1 430363 1 47 BUSHING PIVOT FRONT 430349 1 430349 1 430349 1 430349 1 430349 1 430349 1 430349 1 48 GUARD MUFFLER COMES W ITEM 1 YES YES YES YES YES YES 1 YES 1 49 SPRING PIVOT EXHAUST 430326 1 430326 1 430326 1 430326 1 430326 1 430326 1 430326 1 50 RING RETAINER 5 16 430327 3 430327 3 430327 3 430327 3 430327 3 430327 3 430327 3 51 LABEL EAR EYE BREATING 890254 1 890254 1 890254 1 890254 1 890254 1 890254 1 890254 1 52 WIRE PIVOT QB EXHAUST 430396 1 430396 1 430396 1 430396 1 430396 1 430396 1 430396 1 53 SPACER ENGINE QB 430401 1 430405 1 430405 1 430405 1 430406 1 430406 1 54 DEFLECTOR FRONT EXHAUST QB 430370 1
12. CHECKLIST 11 PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING Read all safety and operating instructions before assembling or starting this unit 10 ASSEMBLY Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton completely assembled except for the upper handle assembly handle brace plate deflector and throttle control These items should be included in your carton If any of these parts are missing contact your dealer Boxing Checklist Denotes parts found in Parts Bag Assembly shown on page 4 Handle Upper Assembly 400957 Check Handle Brace 400951 DO NOT place hands or feet inside air intake opening near exhaust outlet or near any moving parts DO NOT start engine without deflector attached to exhaust outlet DO NOT direct exhaust outlet toward any bystanders DO NOT operate this equipment without first inspecting work area DO NOT operate this equipment during excessive vibration DO NOT start engine without housing front plate attached DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 20 DO NOT blow any hot or burning debris or any toxic or explosive material DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment example Finish installing the other side of the upper handle assembly using screw Item 17 and lock nut Item 32 2 Install front of handle brace Item 30 to blower housing using one screw Item 17 one washer Item 58 and one lock nut item 32 Install rear of handle brace item 30
13. Form No F012203A 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 amp or damage to unit Page 2 of 12 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
14. K 3 8 16 THN HEIGHT 8161042 1 8161042 1 8161042 1 8161042 1 8161042 1 8161042 1 8161042 1 17 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 x 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 8041031 1 18 SPACER 1 2 OD x 3 062 430268 1 430268 1 430268 1 430268 1 430268 1 430268 1 430268 1 19 WASHER 1 2 SAE 8172011 1 8172011 1 8172011 1 8172011 1 8172011 1 8172011 1 8172011 1 20 CABLE TY 900407 3 900407 3 900407 3 900407 3 900407 3 900407 3 900407 3 21 GRIP 430342 2 430342 2 430342 2 430342 2 430342 2 430342 2 430342 2 22 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 X 2 8041034 1 8041034 1 8041034 1 8041034 1 8041034 1 8041034 1 8041034 1 23 WHEEL amp TIRE ASSY 8 PNEU 430271 1 430271 1 430271 1 430271 1 430271 1 430271 1 430271 1 24 SCREW CAP FRONT AXLE 3 8 16 x 3 3 4 8041061 1 8041061 1 8041061 1 8041061 1 8041061 1 8041061 1 8041061 1 25 CONTROL LEVER QB 430332 1 430332 1 430332 1 430332 1 430332 1 430332 1 430332 1 26 WHEEL REAR 400295 2 400295 2 400295 2 400295 2 400295 2 400295 2 430393 2 27 BRACKET FRONT WHEEL 430270 1 430270 1 430270 1 430270 1 430270 1 430270 1 430270 1 28 HANDLE UPPER ASS Y incl items 14 2 25 35 2 46 58 2 430335 1 430335 1 430335 1 430335 1 430335 1 430335 1 430335 1 29 HANDLE LOWER 400950 1 400950 1 40095
15. 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 resistance 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 at the operators handles were measured in the vertical lateral and longitudinal directions using calibrated vibration test equipment Tests were performed on 04 10 2000 under the conditions listed 5 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 2 GENERAL SAFETY 3 ASSEMBLY 3 LABELS 4 PARTS BAG amp CONTROLS 4 OPERATION 5 6 MAINTENANCE 7 9 PARTS DRAWING amp LIST 10 11 TROUBLESHOOTING 12 WARRANTY PROCEDURE 12 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 7 VIBRATION LEVELS 3 2 g 8 SOUND IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFO
16. Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 1 of 12 3 Specifications UNIT SIZE OVERALL LENGTH 51 75 1 31m OVERALL WIDTH 28 5 0 72m OVERALL HEIGHT 39 0 99m 1 T h a n k Yo u f o r S e l e c t i n g Operator Owner s Manual The Powerful QUIET BLOW BLOWER QB554HC QB654 QB884H QB994S QB1004 QB1304H QB1304HBW For Models OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES 2 To improve maneuverability on hard paved surfaces CASTER KIT P N 430291 For use on truck or trailer to provide quick hold down for your QB QB884H 1004 1304H only HOLD DOWN KIT P N 430299 Patent No 6253416 International only QB554HC QB654 QB884H QB994S QB1004 QB1304H QB1304HBW Engine HP 5 0 HP 3 73 kW 6 5 HP 4 85 kW 8 0 HP 5 97 kW 9 0 HP 6 7 kW 10 0HP 7 45kW 13 0HP 9 69kW 13 0HP 9 69kW Engine Type HONDA OHC B amp S OHV HONDA OHV SUBARU OHV B amp S INTEK I C HONDA OHV HONDA OHV Engine Fuel cap 2 1 qt 2 0 L 3 0 qt 2 9 L 6 4 qt 6 1 L 6 4 qt 6 1 L 4 0 qt 3 8 L 7 4 qt 7 0 L 7 4 qt 7 0 L Engine Oil Cap 0 63 qt 0 6 L 0 63 qt 0 6 L 1 16 qt 1 1 L 1 05 qt 1 0 L 0 875 qt 0 8L 1 2 qt 1 13L 1 2 qt 1 13L Weight Unit 98 44 5 Kg 104 47 3 Kg 136 61 7 Kg 129 58 6 Kg 136 61 7 Kg 152 68 9 Kg 162 73 6 Kg Weight Shipping 115 52 3 Kq 121 55 0 Kq 155 70 3 Kq 148 67 3 Kq 155 70 3 Kq 169 76 7 Kg 179 81 4 Kg Part No 430316
17. RE STARTING ENGINE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE ENTIRE OPERATOR S MANUAL amp ENGINE MANUAL THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION DEATH PERSONAL INJURY AND OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY WARNING The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm 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
18. TOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE REFUELING 400268 WARNING Label Danger Keep Hands and Feet Away Item 41 Part No 400424 Label Read Owner s Manual Item No 59 Part No 890301 DANGER 810736 Label Danger Flying Material Item No 44 Part No 810736 890254 Label Ear Eye Breathing Item No 63 Part No 890254 Literature Parts Bag 430341 Check 32 Nut Lock 5 16 18 8160002 Qty 4 17 Screw Cap 5 16 18 x 1 3 4 8041031 Qty 1 8 10 13 hp Qty 2 5 6 5 hp 22 Screw Cap 5 16 18 x 2 1 2 8041034 Qty 1 8 10 13 hp ONLY 58 Washer 5 16 FLAT CUT 8171003 Qty 1 Rope Guide 830533 Qty 2 8 10 13 hp ONLY STOP Part No 430333 START TO LOCK IN MIDDLE SLIDE LEVER TO RIGHT TO LOCK AIR DIRECTOR IN MIDDLE POSITION TO UNLOCK SQUEEZE THE LEVER TO UNLOCK AIR DIRECTOR FROM MIDDLE POSITION 1 2 STOP Part No 430351 START TO LOCK IN MIDDLE SLIDE LEVER TO RIGHT TO LOCK AIR DIRECTOR IN MIDDLE POSITION TO UNLOCK SQUEEZE THE LEVER TO UNLOCK AIR DIRECTOR FROM MIDDLE POSITION 1 2 Honda 8 amp 13 Subaru 9 HP Briggs amp Stratton PART NO 430400 Label Patent QB Air Director Part No 430400 RUN CHOKE ON OFF THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH LOW OIL SENSOR IF ENGINE WILL NOT START CHECK OIL LEVEL Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine Gasoline is flammable Allow engine to cool at least 2 minutes before fueling Engines emit carbon
19. 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 Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000 14 EEC and were performed on 2 16 2002 under the conditions listed 112 dB WIND DIRECTION HUMIDITY TEMPERATURE BAROMETRIC PRESSURE GENERAL CONDITION 29 94 Hg 760mm Hg 49 South East 9 MPH 14 5 kmh 60 F 15 6 C Sunny WIND SPEED WIND DIRECTION HUMIDITY TEMPERATURE BAROMETRIC PRESSURE 29 95 Hg 761mm Hg 32 North 10 MPH 16 1 kmh 60 F 15 6 C Sunny WIND SPEED GENERAL CONDITION QB1304 MODEL Sound level of 97 dBA at operator position 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 Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 3 of 12 For your safety and the safety of others these directions should be followed Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine Do not operate this machine without first reading owner s manual and engine manufacturer s manual Use of Eye and breathing protection is recom mended when using this machine especially in dry and dusty conditions GENERAL SAFETY 9 PACKING
20. air to be directed upward during use to avoid blowing debris into cars or other structures or to avoid blowing landscaped areas that would be damaged by the high speed air This position also allows operator to maneuver the machine relative to the work area without disturbing the debris Side Discharge Straight Position This position directs the air parallel to the ground for the majority of blowing operations The hand control allows the operator to lock the air stream in this straight out position To LOCK the air in position simply pull back on the lever and pull the lever sideways to the right until the lock engages See instruction label on the control Part No 430316 Form No F012203A Page 6 of 12 When you lock the lever the default position of air director is in the middle or straight out If you want to raise or lower air director lock position you must adjust the threaded fitting on the cable ADJUSTING AIR DIRECTOR 16 4 This position directs the air stream down at the ground to allow the operator to deliver the maximum power to debris that is stuck or difficult to remove This position is also very useful for cleaning out cracks and expansion joints in pavement Side Discharge Down Position Front Discharge Position The removable front discharge adapter can be slipped on to direct the air stream forward This option is extremely useful for cleaning out long cracks in pave ment or for cleaning under bushes or building o
21. d by throttle lever on the handle Move remote throttle control to fast position Pull starting rope to start engine ENGINE SPEED Under normal conditions operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START See Troubleshooting on page 12 STARTING 16 1 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 Like all mechanical tools reasonable care must be used when operating machine 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 specifications See trouble shooting section on page 12 16 2 BLOWING OPERATION 16 3 Your Billy Goat blower is equipped with a remote exhaust director to allow the operator to direct the air stream up or down as required to assist in moving debris This feature is extremely useful when debris has piled up to the point that it cannot be blown any farther The air stream can be directed upward to blow the top of the debris pile over and allow the operator to continue moving more debris farther Side Discharge Up Position Slide over to right to lock in middle position This position allows
22. f the same diameter and thread type as the impeller bolt Thread longer bolt by hand into the crankshaft until bolt bottoms Using a suitable gear or wheel puller against the bolt head and the impeller back plate near the blades remove impeller from shaft 8 Reinstall new impeller in reverse order of removal 9 Tighten impeller bolt Torque impeller bolt see parts list on page 7 for proper impeller bolt torque specifications IMPELLER REMOVAL 17 3 Engine See Engine Manual Check for excessive vibration Maintenance Operation Follow these hourly maintenance intervals Inspect for loose parts Inspect for worn or damaged parts 17 1 Lubricate wheels Every Use Every 5 hrs or Daily Every 25 hrs Check at regular intervals and maintain Rear Tires 24 Psi 17 kPa Front Tire 50 Psi 35 kPa TIRE AIR PRESSURE 17 4 MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE ENGINE When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine owner s manual All 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 11 If you can not locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturers national service organization To reach 17 2 Briggs amp Stratton 800 233 3723 American Honda
23. he top of the air cleaner cover fig 1 3 Remove the air filter cover by leaning the air cleaner cover towards the left side of the machine then remove fig 2 MAINTENANCE continued 17 Briggs amp Stratton Engine 1 Remove clamp screw and cable clamp from front of engine clamp must be on the left side on engine control lever if clamp is on the right side change to the left 2 Insert z end of throttle cable into hole in engine lever then secure cable with clamp screw and cable clamp on the left side of the engine control lever DO not tighten the screw Fig 3 3 Route throttle cable behind cover through the slots provided Fig 4 4 Put throttle lever in the fast position at the handle 6 Pull throttle control wire and casing back then tighten clamp screw DO not over tighten Fig 5 Honda Engine 1 Remove air cleaner cover by removing wing nut at the top of cover 2 Remove cable clamp and screw from engine control lever 3 Attach z end of throttle cable through hole in engine control lever 4 Replace cable clamp and screw but do not tighten 5 Put throttle lever in stop position at the handle 6 Pull throttle control wire and casing back then tighten clamp screw DO not over tighten NOTE If throttle control seems stiff it may be necessary to loosen the 10mm locknut on the engine control lever about 1 2 turn 7 Replace air cleaner and wing nut THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE INSTALLATION Figure 3 Figure 5
24. nship the owner should make a warranty claim as follows The Machine should be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized Billy Goat dealer The owner should present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card or if this is not available the invoice or receipt The Warranty Claim will be filled in by the authorized Billy Goat Dealer who will send it with the faulty part to Billy Goat headquarters The Quality Service department at Billy Goat headquarters will study the claim and parts and will notify their conclusions The decision by the Quality Service department at Billy Goat headquarters to approve or reject a Warranty claim is final and binding Note To process a Warranty Claim it is necessary to quote the Model amp Serial number that are printed on the Billy Goat Serial Plate BILLY GOAT INDUSTRIES INC P O BOX 308 LEE S SUMMIT MO 64063 0308 USA PHONE 816 524 9666 FAX 816 524 6983 www billygoat com WARRANTY PROCEDURE R Control Lever will not lock in middle position Nut to secure lever is overtightened Loosen nut to allow play in control lever 112 dB
25. ver hangs OPERATION continued 16 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 NOTE Fuel stabilizer such as Sta Bil is an acceptable alternative in minimizing the formation of fuel gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in fuel tank or storage container Always follow mix ratio found on stabilizer container Run engine at least 10 min after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach the carburetor STORAGE 16 5 1 Lock the air director in place at the handle by pulling on the lever then slide it over to right 2 Loosen the top nut on the threaded cable fitting until the air director position is satisfactory 3 Tighten the bottom nut 1 Lock the lever at the handle by pulling on the lever then slide it over to right 2 Loosen the bottom nut on the threaded cable fitting and back it off 1 4 inch 3 Pull the threaded cable fitting up while pushing down
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