Billy Goat F902SPH, F1802SPV, F902SPS, F1302SPH User Manual
FORCE BLOWER Self-propelled Owner’s Manual
Accessories
HOLD DOWN KIT
To secure blower for
transportation on
trailer floors.
Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending
F902SPS, F902SPH, F1302SPH, F1802SPV
BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER
Owner's Manual
SOLID FRONT TIRE
Solid flat-free front tire.
PARKING BRAKE
Effective and Easy to
use to prevent blower
from rolling.
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FORCE BLOWER Self-propelled Owner’s Manual
ASSEMBLY
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT ® FORCE Blower. 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 FORCE Blower in top running order. Read this manual
carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.
CONTENTS
SERIAL PLATE DATA AND SPECIFICATIONS 3
GENERAL SAFETY 4 -5
SOUND AND VIBRATION 6
INSTRUCTION LABELS 7
PACKING CHECKLIST 8
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OPERATION 10-11
MAINTENANCE 12
TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 13
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 14
PARTS LIST 15
MAINTENANCE RECORD 16
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SERIAL PLATE DATA
Record the model number, serial number, date of
purchase, and where purchased.
Purchase Date:
Purchased From:
Specifications F902SPS F902SPH F1302SPH F1802SPV
Engine: HP 9.0 HP (6.6kW) 9.0 HP (6.6kW) 13.0 HP (9.6kW) 18 HP (13.42kW)
Engine: Model EX270D50021 GX270K1QA2 GX390K1QAA2 3564420224E9
Engine: Type SUBARU OHC HONDA OHV HONDA OHV B & S VANGUARD
Engine: Fuel Capacity 6.4 qt. (6.1L) 6.3 qt. (6.0L) 6.5 qt. (6.1L) 9 qt. (8.52L)
Engine: Oil Capacity 1.05 qt. (1.0L) 1.16 qt. (1.1L) 1.16 qt. (1.1L) 1.75 qt. (1.66L)
Total Unit Weight: 141 # (64 Kg) 152 # (68.9 Kg) 167 # (75.7 Kg) 182 # (82.6 Kg)
Overall Length: 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m) 58"(1.43m)
Overall Width 29.25” (0.74m) 29.25” (0.74m) 29.25” (0.74m) 29.25” (0.74m)
Overall Height 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m) 45" (1.14m)
In compliance with 2000/14/EEC
standards
Sound at Operator’s ears 87dB(a) @ 3340 rpm 89dB(a) @ 3660 rpm 90dB(a) @ 3640 rpm 97dB(a)
Vibration at operator position .96 g (9.44 m/s2) 1.05 g (10.30 m/s2) .81 g (7.96 m/s2) 1.2 g (11.9 m/s2)
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107dB(a) @3340
rpm
109dB(a) @ 3660
rpm
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110dB(a) @ 3640 rpm 117dB(a)
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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 ®
FORCE Blower.
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.
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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.
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
Do not run this machine without director cone attached or with improper air director cone.
DO NOT run this machine with a cracked or damaged impeller under any circumstances.
WARNING: Belts used on this machine contain a chemical known to the state of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or reproductive harm.
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SOUND
117 dB
Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, as well as ISO 11094, and were performed on 12-122006 under the conditions listed below.
SOUND LEVEL 97 Db(a) at Operators Position
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: Sunny
Temperature: 40.4oF (4.7oC)
Wind Speed: 6.1 mph (9.9kph)
Wind Direction: Southwest
Humidity: 93.6%
Barometric Pressure: 30Hg (101.85kpa)
VIBRATION DATA
VIBRATION LEVEL 1.2g (11.9m/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 12-13-2006 under the conditions listed below.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 57.2oF (14.3oC)
Wind Speed: 11.8 mph (19.1kph)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 46.4%
Barometric Pressure: 30.1Hg (101.96kpa)
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.
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 debris stuck in fan or housing. To remove debris from impeller see
the trouble shooting section on page 13. Note: See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque
specifications.
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