Billy Goat QB883, QB883H, QB1103, QB1103H User Manual

Operator Owner's Manual

OPTIONAL 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.

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QB883, QB883H, QB1103, QB1103H

QB883 QB883H QB1103 QB1103H

ine: HP 8.0 HP (5.97 kW) 8.0 HP (5.97 kW) 11.0HP (8.2kW) 11.0HP (8.2kW)

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ine:Type B & S HONDA OHV B & S HONDA OHV

ine: Fuel cap. 4.0 qt. ( 3.8 L) 6.4 qt. (6.1 L) 6.0 qt. ( 5.7 L) 7.4 qt. ( 7.0 L)

ine: Oil Cap. 1.38 qt. (1.3 L) 1.16 qt. (1.1 L) 1.5 qt.(1.4L) 1.2 qt.(1.13L)

Wei

ht: Unit 124 # ( 56.3 Kg) 136 # (61.7 Kg) 150 # (68.0 Kg) 152 # (68.9 Kg)

Wei

ht: Shipping 141 # (63.97 Kg) 153 # (69.4 Kq) 167 # (75.8 Kg) 169 # (76.7 Kg)

ine Weight: 46 # (20.8 Kg) 48.5 # (22.0 Kg) 64.254 #(29.1 Kg) 68.4 #(31.0 Kg)

UNIT SIZE:

OVERALL HEIGHT 39" (0.99m)

QUIET BLOW

Fo r Models:

® BLOWER

Specifications

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

Part No. 430258 Form No. F042099A

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IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY

BEFORE ST ARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERAT OR'S MANU AL & ENGINE MANUAL.”

THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CA UTION. DEA TH, PERSONAL INJUR Y AND/OR PROPER TY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY.

WARNING!

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 recommended.

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 transpor t 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 & /or damage to unit.

T ABLE OF CONTENTS

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL SAFETY ASSEMBLY LABELS PARTS BAG & CONTROLS OPERATION PARTS DRAWING & LIST MAINTENANCE TROUBLESHOOTING WARRANTY PR OCEDURE

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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 spar k 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. 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

SOUND TESTS

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Sound tests were conducted on model QB882IC in accordance with 79/113/EEC and were performed on 1/12/1996 under the conditions listed:

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OPERATO R

GENERAL CONDITION:

TEMPERA TURE:

WIND SPEED:

WIND DIRECTION:

HUMIDITY:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

SUNNY

47°

58%

30.04

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 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 ar m injury.

4. DO examine muffler periodically to be sure it is functioning effectively. A wor n 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 startin g unit.

VIBRATION LEVELS 1.9 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 2/9/1996 under the conditions listed:

GENERAL CONDITION:

TEMPERA TURE:

WIND SPEED: WIND DIRECTION: HUMIDITY:

BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:

The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of Califor nia to cause

VIBRATION

SUNNY

63° 18 SW 32%

29.8

GENERAL 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 recom mended when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty conditions.

·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.

ASSEMBLY

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

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE ST ARTING

Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton, completely assembled except f or the upper handle assembly, handle brace, plate deflector and throttle control.

PACKING CHECKLIST

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

1. Install upper handle (Item 28), to preassembled lower handle (item 29),

using two screws (Item 17), and two lock nuts, (Item 32). Hand tighten only.

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.

3. Securely tighten all hardware listed above in steps 1 thru 2.

4. Attach throttle control assembly to inside of upper handle using screw

(item 15), lock nut (item 37) and clamp cables (item 20).

5.Connect spark plug wire.

Boxing Checklist

Check

Handle Brace 400951

Check

Handle Upper Assembly 400957

Per Model

Check

Parts Bag & Literature Assy 430256

Parts Bag

& Litera-

ture Assy

Engine

Manual

Per

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

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Model

Check

Per Model

Briggs &

P/N 273131 English and P/N MS2650 multi-lang

Briggs & Stratton 11 HP

P/N 272848 English and P/N MS2558 multi-lang

Honda 8 & 11 HP

P/N 31ZH9602 00X31-ZH9-6020 English

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