Billy Goat QB1004, QB884H, QB1304H, QB994S, QB654 User Manual

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2OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

CASTER KIT

P/N 430291

To improve maneuverability on hard paved surfaces.

HOLD DOWN KIT

P/N 430299

For use on truck or trailer to provide quick hold down for your QB. (QB884H/1004/1304H only)

T h a n k Yo u f o r S e l e c t i n g

The Powerful QUIET BLOW® BLOWER

Patent No. 6253416

Operator Owner's Manual

For Models:

QB554HC, QB654, QB884H, QB994S, QB1004, QB1304H,QB1304HBW

3		Specifications
	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&S OHV	HONDA OHV	SUBARU OHV	B & 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)

(International only)

UNIT SIZE: OVERALL LENGTH: 51.75"(1.31m) OVERALL WIDTH 28.5" (0.72m)

OVERALL HEIGHT 39" (0.99m)

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Form No. F012203A

5IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.”

THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY.

	The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
	WARNING! cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm.
	WARNING: DO NOT	13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs,	21. DO NOT touch hot muffler, cylinder, or
			fins because contact may cause burns.
		governor links or other parts which may
	1. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.	change the governed engine speed.	22. DO NOT run engine without air cleaner
	Exhaust gases contain carbon monoxide, an	14. DO NOT tamper with the engine speed	or air cleaner cover.
	odorless and deadly poison.
		selected by the engine manufacturer.
			23. DO NOT operate during excessive
	2. DO NOT place hands or feet near moving
		15. DO NOT check for spark with spark plug	vibration!
	or rotating parts.
			24. DO NOT leave machine unattended
		or spark plug wire removed. Use an
			while in operation.
	3. DO NOT store, spill or use gasoline near	approved tester.
	an open flame, or devices such as a stove,	16. DO NOT crank engine with spark plug	25. DO NOT park machine on a steep grade
	furnace, or water heater which use a pilot
			or slope.
		removed. If engine is flooded, place throttle
	light or devices which can create a spark.
		in “FAST” position and crank until engine	WARNING: DO
	4. DO NOT refuel indoors where area is not	starts.
			1. ALWAYS DO remove the wire from the
	well ventilated. Outdoor refueling is recom-
		17. DO NOT strike flywheel with a hard	spark plug when servicing the engine or
	mended.
		object or metal tool as this may cause	equipment TO PREVENT ACCIDENTAL
	5. DO NOT fill fuel tank while engine is	flywheel to shatter in operation. Use proper	STARTING.
		tools to service engine.
	running. Allow engine to cool for 2 minutes
			2. DO keep cylinder fins and governor parts
	before refueling. Store fuel in approved
		18. DO NOT operate engine without a	free of grass and other debris		which can
	safety containers.
		muffler. Inspect periodically and replace, if	affect engine speed.
	6. DO NOT remove fuel tank cap while	necessary. If engine is equipped with
		muffler deflector, inspect periodically and	3. DO pull starter cord slowly until resistance
	engine is running.
		replace, if necessary, with correct deflector.	is felt. Then pull cord rapidly to		avoid
	7. DO NOT operate engine when smell of		kickback and prevent hand or arm injury.
	gasoline is present or other explosive	19. DO NOT operate engine with an	4. DO examine muffler periodically to be
	conditions exist.
		accumulation of grass, leaves, dirt or other	sure it is functioning effectively. A worn or
	8. DO NOT operate engine if gasoline is	combustible material in the muffler area.	leaking muffler should be repaired or
			replaced as necessary.
	spilled. Move machine away from the spill
	and avoid creating any ignition until the	20. DO NOT use this engine on any forest	5. DO use fresh gasoline. Stale fuel can gum
	gasoline has evaporated.
		covered, brush covered, or grass covered	carburetor and cause leakage.
	9. DO NOT transport unit with fuel in tank.	unimproved land unless a spark arrester is
		installed on the muffler. The arrester must	6. DO check fuel lines and fittings frequently
	10. DO NOT smoke when filling fuel tank.	be maintained in effective working order by	for cracks or leaks. Replace if necessary
		the operator. In the State of California the
	11. DO NOT choke carburetor to stop engine.	above is required by law (Section 4442 of	7. Follow engine manufacturer operating
		the California Public Resources Code).	and maintenance instructions.
	Whenever possible, gradually reduce engine	Other states may have similar laws. Federal
	speed before stopping.	laws apply on federal lands.	8. Inspect machine and work area before
			starting unit.

	12. DO NOT run engine at excessive speeds.
	This may result in injury & /or damage	7	SOUND	8	VIBRATION
	to unit.

6TABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS	2
GENERAL SAFETY	3
ASSEMBLY	3
LABELS	4
PARTS BAG & CONTROLS	4
OPERATION	5-6
MAINTENANCE	7-9
PARTS DRAWING & LIST	10-11
TROUBLESHOOTING	12
WARRANTY PROCEDURE	12

Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC and were performed on 2/16/2002 under the conditions listed:

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.

Sound level of 97 dBA at operator position

	GENERAL CONDITION:	Sunny
	TEMPERATURE:	60° F (15.6° C)
112 dB	WIND SPEED:	10 MPH (16.1 kmh)
	WIND DIRECTION:	North
(QB1304 MODEL)	HUMIDITY:	32 %
	BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:	29.95" Hg (761mm Hg)

VIBRATION LEVELS 3.2 g

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:

GENERAL CONDITION:	Sunny
TEMPERATURE:	60° F (15.6° C)
WIND SPEED:	9 MPH (14.5 kmh)
WIND DIRECTION:	South East
HUMIDITY:	49 %
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:	29.94" Hg (760mm Hg)

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9GENERAL SAFETY

For your safety and the safety of others, these

directions should be followed:

Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual.

Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine.

Use of Eye and breathing protection is recommended when using this machine, especially in

dry and dusty conditions.

10 ASSEMBLY

·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.

Read all safety and operating instructions before assembling or starting this unit.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

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.

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 (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) & 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 & Stratton unit (See fig below for the pictorial

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) 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.

11	PACKING CHECKLIST

These items should be included in your carton. If any of these parts are missing, contact your dealer.

Denotes parts found in Parts Bag Assembly (shown on page 4).

Boxing Checklist

	Check		Front Exhaust
			Director
			430315 (8/10/13 hp)
			430370 (5/6.5 hp)
	Check
			Wire Director
			Mount 430391
	Check		Handle Upper
			Assembly
	Check	400957
			Handle Brace
		400951
Parts Bag	Check		Parts Bag &
			Literature Assy
& Literature
		430334
Assy
				Per Model
	Check
			Briggs & Stratton
			6.5 or 10 HP
	Check
Engine			Honda 5, 8, or 13 hp
Manual	Check
Per Model			Subaru 9 hp
	Check
				Bracket Front
				Wheel 430270
	Check
				Front Wheel
			430271

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12 PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY

13 CONTROLS

PARTS BAG ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST

	Screw Cap		19
14 5/16-18 x 1 1/4
	8041029 Qty. 1
	Screw Cap		Washer 1/2 SAE
17 5/16-18 x 1 3/4
			8172011 Qty. 1
	8041031
	Qty. 1 (8/10/13 hp)		58
	Qty. 2 (5/6.5 hp)
22
			Washer 5/16 FLAT CUT
	Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 2 1/2		8171003 Qty. 1
	8041034 Qty. 1 (8/10/13 hp) ONLY
			32
24
	Screw Cap 3/8-16 x 3 3/4		Nut Lock 5/16-18
	8041061 Qty. 1
			8160002 Qty. 4
18		Spacer 1/2 OD x	55
		3.062" Qty. 1
	Rope Guide	Wire Mount	Nut Lock 5/16-18 Thin
			8161041 Qty. 1
	830533 Qty. 2	Director
13	(8/10/13 hp)	430391 Qty. 1
	ONLY		16
20

	Cable Ty 1"	Nut Lock 3/8-16
		8161042 Qty. 1
	900407 Qty. 3

Literature Checklist

Check Owner's

Manual

430316

Check Literature

Parts Bag

430341

Check Warranty Card 400972

4

Check EU Declaration

of Conformity &

EU Distributor

List 430189

Throttle Control /

Gust Control

Quiet Blow fi

Series Blowers

1

2

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

Part No:

430388

Start

START

STOP

1

2

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

Part No:

430333

STOP	Stop
START

1

2

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

Part No:

430351

	Honda	Honda	Briggs &
			Stratton
	5 HP	8 & 13,
		Subaru
		9 HP

14	INSTRUCTION LABELS	15		ENGINE LABELS
	These labels should be included on your Blower. If any of		Briggs & Stratton
	these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this
	equipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given to
	help in ordering replacement labels.		ON	RUN	CHOKE

WARNING

EXPLOSIVE FUEL

400268

STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW T O

COOL BEFORE REFUELING.

Label Do Not Fill While

Engine Is Hot

Item 11 Part No.400268

OFF

THIS ENGINE EQUIPPED WITH LOW OIL SENSOR, IF ENGINE WILL NOT START, CHECK OIL LEVEL

Label Read Owner's Manual

Item No. 59 Part No. 890301

Label Danger Keep Hands and Feet Away Item 41 Part No.400424

890254

Read and follow Operating Instructions before running engine.

Gasoline is flammable. Allow engine

to cool at least 2 minutes before fueling.

Engines emit carbon monoxide, DO NOT run in enclosed area.

DANGER

810736

Label Danger Flying Material

Item No. 44 Part No. 810736

Label Ear Eye Breathing

Item No. 63 Part No. 890254

PART NO: 430400

Label Patent QB Air Director

Part No. 430400

Honda

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

HONDA MOTOR CO. , LTD. MADE IN JAPAN

PULL THEN SLIDE TO LOCK

OIL ALERT

WHEN OIL LEVEL LOW,

ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.

Label Lever QB Item No. 46

Part No. 430363

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