Billy Goat QL2300KOEU User Manual
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The Powerful QL Series Truck Loader Vacuum
Operator Owner's Manual
QL2300KOEU
Specifications
QL2300KOEU
ENGINE HP(kW) 23 HP (17.14kW) TWIN OHV VANGUARD
ENG. WEIGHT 90# (40.8 kg)
ENG. TYPE TWIN OHV KOHLER ELECTRIC START
MODEL NO. PA-76559
FUEL CAPACITY 8 qt (7.57L) Remote Tank, Oil Pump
OIL CAPACITY 2.0 qt. (1.9L)
UNIT (w/ hose boom ) WEIGHT 313# (142.0 kg)
ELBOW WEIGHT 40# (18.1 kg)
HOSE (w/ nozzle) WEIGHT 39# (17.7 kg)
TOTAL WEIGHT 392 lb (177.8 kg)
SHIPPING WT. 476 lb (215.9 kg)
BATTERY NOT INCLUDED: REQUIRES 12 V BATTERY, 40 AH, 240 CCA MIN.
UNIT SIZE (ASSEMBLED W/EXHAUST, NO HOSE): OVERALL LENGTH: 58"(1.47m)
OVERALL WIDTH: 32" (0.81m) OVERALL HEIGHT: 74" (1.82m)
Part No. 790321 Form No. F050304B
U1 SERIES GROUP BATTERRY FOR PROPER FIT
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Optional Accessories
INTAKE
HOSE REPLACEMENT KIT P/N 810776
Standard on QL2300KOEU units. [10"(254mm)]
diameter.
EXHAUST
EXHAUST HOSE KIT P/N 790114
[8"(203mm) x 5' (1.5m)] Quick release coupler and
flexible steel hose increases exhaust distance.
TRAILER
TRAILER QL P/N 790112
Heavy duty spring axle trailer designed for towing your QL.
Allows unit to be mounted for pickup from rear and both sides.
IN 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.
WARNING!
State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive
harm.
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.
The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the
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.
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 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.
12. DO NOT run engine at excessive
speeds. This may result in injury & /or
damage to unit.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
GENERAL SAFETY
ASSEMBLY
PARTS BAG & CONTROLS
LABELS
OPERATION
MAINTENANCE
PARTS DRAWING & LIST
TROUBLESHOOTING
WARRANTY
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Part No. 790321 Form No. F050304B
SOUND
Sound tests conducted were in accordance with 2000/14/EEC
and were performed on 4/13/2004 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 89 dBA at operator position
Sunny
50.5° F (10.3° C)
0.5 MPH (0.8 kmh)
North West
39 %
30.18" Hg (767mm Hg)
110 dB
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERATURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:
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VIBRATION
VIBRATION LEVEL 0.02g
Vibration levels at the operators handles were
measured in the vertical, lateral, and longitudinal
directions using calibrated vibration test equipment.
Tests were performed on
conditions listed:
GENERAL CONDITION:
TEMPERATURE:
WIND SPEED:
WIND DIRECTION:
HUMIDITY:
BAROMETRIC PRESSURE:
05/07/98 under the
Partly Cloudy
69° F (20.6° C)
8 MPH (12.8 kmh)
N
76 %
29.71" Hg (755mm Hg)
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 nozzle intake opening,
near debris outlet or near any moving parts.
·DO NOT start engine without hose and exhaust elbow
connected firmly in place to housing and exhaust outlet.
.DO NOT allow children to operate this equipment.
·DO NOT operate without discharging exhaust into enclosed
container.
ASSEMBLY
·DO NOT operate during excessive vibration.
·DO NOT remove hose until engine has been turned off and has
come to a complete stop.
·DO NOT operate machine with hose or exhaust elbow removed.
·DO NOT use this machine for vacuuming exclusively sand,
dust, fine dirt, rock, glass, string like material, grain, rags,
cans, metal, bark or water.
·DO NOT operate this machine on slopes greater than 45%(25°).
·DO NOT pick up any hot or burning debris, or any toxic or
explosive material.
.DO NOT operate this unit freestanding. Unit must be secured in
place during any operation.
Read all safety and operating instructions
before assembling or starting this unit.
PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING.
BATTERY NOT INCLUDED WITH UNIT.
Your Billy Goat is shipped from the factory in one carton and is
completely assembled except for the exhaust elbow, nozzle, handle
loop for nozzle, hose boom, hose band, hose coupler, hose clamps
and related hardware.
1. SECURELY ATTACH unit to the bed of a truck or to a trailer, so that
the exhaust discharges into an enclosed container. NOTE: This unit
must be securely mounted to the bed of a truck or to a trailer before
operating.
2. ATTACH hose to hose coupler, using hose clamp (item 26) NOTE:
This unit is equipped with a unidirectional hose. Assemble hose so that
interior hose material seams face toward unit. Refer to flow direction
arrow printed on outside of hose. When installed arrow should point
toward vac housing.
3. ATTACH hose coupler w/hose to housing intake, that is
preassembled to housing front plate, and rotate to lock it in place.
PACKING CHECKLIST
NOTE: BATTERY IS NOT INCLUDED. REQUIRES 12 V
BATTERY, 40 AH, 240 CCA MIN. U1 SERIES GROUP BATTERY
FOR PROPER FIT
4. ASSEMBLE handle loop nozzle (item 45), to nozzle handle (item 44)
using capscrew (item 52), and lock nut (item 60). Adjust handle loop to
desired height and angle and securely tighten in place.
5. ASSEMBLE nozzle handle (item 44), to nozzle (item 25), using screws
(item 52), washers (item 66), washers (item 68) and lock nuts (item 60).
8. ATTACH assembled nozzle to hose using hose clamp (item 26). Before
tightening hose clamp, position nozzle handle upward when hose is
stretched to prevent twisting load on hose assembly during operation.
9. ATTACH preassembled hose boom on top of housing using a hitch pin
(item 10).
10. ASSEMBLE hose band (item 29) around hose and secure chain
between flanges of the hose band using capscrew (item 85) and lock
nut (item 59) Repeat same steps on the other chain. (see ADJUSTING HOSE BOOM on page 6).
11. SECURELY ATTACH exhaust elbow (item 21) capturing both flanges
inside the clamp, then firmly tighten the clamp, securing the elbow to the
housing (see MOUNTING on page 5).
12. ASSEMBLE battery (not included) by using battery bracket QL
(item no. 70, hold down rods (item 71), washers (item 65), and lock nuts
(item 59).
13. ATTACH red battery cable to + terminal and black battery cable to -
terminal.
Check
Boxing Checklist
Exhaust Elbow Assembly
Handle Loop Nozzle
811019
Handle Nozzle 811020
Nozzle 10" 811005
Hose Clamps 10" (254mm)
810706 Qty. 2
Hose Boom Assembly
Hose Coupler Assy
Parts Bag &
Literature
Assy
Denotes parts found in Parts Bag
Assembly (shown on page 4).
These items should be included in your
carton. If any of these parts are missing,
contact your dealer.
Part No. 790321 Form No. F050304B
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Engine
Manual Per
Model
Parts Bag & Literature Assy
790319
Hose 10"x 12.5' 810705
KOHLER COMMAND PRO
23 HP
Band Hose Boom 10" (254mm)
810868 Qty. 2
PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY
IMPORTANT ENGINE INFORMATION
THIS ENGINE MEETS U.S. EPA 2004 AND
CALIFORNIA 2006 AND LATER EMISSION
CONTROL REGULATIONS FOR S1 SOR2
FAMILY 1KHXS.7252GC
DISPLAY (CC) 674
MODEL NO. CH23S
SPEC NO. 76559
SERIAL NO. 3133205181
EMISSION COMPLIANCE PERIOD:
EPA CATEGORY A CARB: EXTENDED
THIS ENGINE IS CERTIFIED TO OPERATE
ON UNLEADED GASOLINE
REFER TO OWNER’S MANUAL FOR SAFETY,
MAINTENANCE SPECS AND ADJUSTMENTS
FOR SALES/SERVICE IN US/CANADA, CALL:
KOHLER CO. KOHLER WISCONSIN USA
KOHLER
PARTS BAG ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST P/N 790229
Nut Lock 1/4-20
59
8160001 Qty. 4
Nut Lock 5/16-18
60
8160002 Qty. 4
Washer 1/4 SAE
65
8181008 Qty. 2
Washer 5/16 SAE
66
8172008 Qty. 2
Rod Battery Hold Down 790231 Qty. 2
71
For
Mounting
to a trailer
Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 2 3/4
8041035 Qty. 4
Washer 5/16
68
Fender
8172020 Qty. 4
Handle Adj. W/
45
Grip 811019
Qty. 1
70
Nut Lock 5/16-18
8160002 Qty. 4
Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 1 1/2
52
8041030 Qty. 4
Screw Cap 1/4-20 x 1 1/2
85
8041008 Qty. 2
Bracket Battery QL 790230 Qty. 1
Washer 5/16 SAE
8172008 Qty. 5
Owner's
Manual
Literature
Parts Bag
Warranty
Card
EU Declaration
of Conformity
& EU
Distributor List
Literature Checklist
Check
Owner's
Manual
790321
Check
Literature
Parts Bag
790319
Check
Check
Warranty
Card
400972
EU Declaration
of Conform ity &
EU Distributor
List 790162
INSTRUCTION LABELS
These labels should be included on your Quiet Loader. 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.
Label Danger Keep Hands
and Feet Away
Item 3
Part No.400424
READ OWNER'S MANUAL
BEFORE OPERATING
USE PERSONAL
PROTECTION EQUIPMENT
PROTECT BYSTANDERS
FLYING DEBRIS
DO NOT OPERATE UNLESS
DEBRIS IS DISCHARGING
INTO AN ENCLOSED
CONTAINER
KEEP ENGINE CLEAN OF DEBRIS
ENGINE EXHAUST SYSTEM IS HOT.
INSPECT MACHINE BEFORE EACH USE AND REPLACE ANY
WORN OR DAMAGED PARTS.
PROPERLY SECURE EQUIPMENT BEFORE TRANSPORTING.
DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRES AND BATTERY CABLE
BEFORE SERVICING UNIT.
USE ONLY A QUALIFIED MECHANIC TO SERVICE THIS MACHINE.
Part No. 790321 Form No. F050304B
KEEP HANDS CLEAR.
BEFORE STARTING, MAKE SURE:
EXHAUST ELBOW IS SECURELY ATTACHED.
INTAKE HOSE IS ATTACHED.
ALL GUARDS ARE ATTACHED.
FOR PREVENTATIVE MAINTENANCE:
CHECK ENGINE OIL DAILY
INSPECT AND CLEAN ENGINE AIR FILTER
DAILY. REPLACE AS NEEDED.
INSPECT AND CLEAN ENGINE RECOIL FILTER
DAILY. REPLACE AS NEEDED.
ALWAYS:
Label QL Instruct/Warn
Item 18 Part No.790142
CONTROLS
Control Panel
RUN
Label Ear Eye Breathing
Item No. 49 Part No. 890254
890254
DANGER
Label Danger Flying Material
810736
WARNING
WARNING
UNIT MUST BE SECURED
IN PLACE BEFORE
OPERATION
790232
Item No. 43 Part No. 810736
Label Warning Secure
Item No. 72 Part No. 790232
FAST
OFF
ENGINE LABELS
WARNING
EXPLOSIVE FUEL
STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO
COOL BEFORE REFUELING.
Label Read Owner's
Manual Item No. 50
Part No. 890301
.
790142
Label On Off
Item 77
Part No.830276
Label Do Not Fill While
Engine Is Hot
Item 1 Part No.400268
400268
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CHOKE
SLOW
START
OIL COOLER MAINTENANCE
Oil cooler must be kept
free of debris.
Inspect and clean every
25 hours, more frequently
under severe conditions.
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