Billy Goat QB553HC User Manual
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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
CASTER KIT
For use on hard surfaces.
P/N 430291
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The Powerful
QUIET BLOW
® BLOWER
Operator Owner's Manual
For Model:
QB553HC
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ENGINE: HP 5.0 HP (3.73 kW)
ENGINE:TYPE HONDA OHC
ENGINE: FUEL CAP. 2.1 qt. (2.0 L)
ENGINE: OIL CAP. 0.63 qt. (0.6 L)
WEIGHT: UNIT 98# (44.5 kg)
WEIGHT: SHIPPING 15# (52.3 kg)
ENGINE WEIGHT: 25# (11.5 kg)
UNIT SIZE:
OVERALL HEIGHT: 39" (0.99m)
Specifications
QB553HC
OVERALL LENGTH: 51.75"(1.31m) OVERALL WIDTH 28.5" (0.72m)
Part No. 430262 Form No. F020399B
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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. DEATH, PERSONAL INJUR Y AND/OR PROPERTY
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 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 & /or damage
to unit.
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
LABELS
PARTS BAG & CONTROLS
OPERATION
PARTS DRAWING & LIST
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY PR OCEDURE
Part No. 430262 Form No. F020399B
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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 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. 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 QB552 in
accordance with 79/113/EEC and were performed
on 04/08/1996 under the conditions listed:
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OPERATOR
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERATURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:
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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 arm injur y.
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 wor k area before
startin g unit.
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Vibration levels at the operators handles were
measured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal
directions using calibrated vibration test equipment.
Tests were performed on 04/08/1996 under the
conditions listed:
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERA TURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:
VIBRA TION
VIBRA TION LEVELS 4.2g
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
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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 recommended 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.
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ASSEMBLY
·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 STAR TING
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton,
completely assembled except for the upper handle, and handle
brace.
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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 using two screws (item 17), tw o
washers (item 58), and two lock nuts (item 32).
3. Securely tighten all hardware listed above in steps 1 thru 2.
4.Connect spark plug wire.
Boxing Checklist
Check
Handle Brace
400951
Check
Handle Upper
Assembly
430235
Parts Bag
& Litera-
ture Assy
Denotes parts found in
Parts Bag Assembly
(shown on page 4).
Part No. 430262 Form No. F020399B
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Parts Bag &
Literature Assy
430261
Honda 5.0HP OHC
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