Billy Goat F1801V Blower User Manual
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1. 11 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 5 16 8 8160002 12 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 1 75 2 8041031 13 SCREWCAP 1 4 20x 1 1 2 8041008 14 NUT FLANGE 14 202 900455 215 WHEEL amp TIRE 13 X 5 PNEUMATIC 16 RING RETAINING 3 4 850230 17 SCREW SM 1 4 x1 DRILLPT 430208 18 X WHEEL ASSY 10 400295 19 440050 20 SPACER IH WHEEL J 4440052 21 SPACER RH WHEEL 440051 22 SCREWCAP 1 2 13x 7 8041235 23 WASHER FLAT 1 2 7SAE 8172011 24 WASHER W BOLTWA 440075 25 KNOB 3 8 16 SOLID HUB 811230 26 WASHER 2 25 OD x 515 ID 1342 610308 P 27 WASHER LOCK 3 8 SIT MED 81770122 28 HANDLE LOWER 440034 29 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 1 2 13 8160005 30 a OO 32 33 34 2 35 36 O 38 39 40 2 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 E 49 49 2 L 50 51 52 1 Log 54 56 OO 5f 3j 58 SCREW CAP 5 16 18 X 2 ZP LABEL DANGER FLYING DEBRIS SPRING COMPRESSION 0 281 X 0 88 RING RETAINING 122 DIA 59 PLATE LOCK DIVERTER 440116 CREW PLASTITE 6 19 X 5 8 DDLE LOW ER DIVERTER REW PLASTITE 10 14 X 1 PIVOT DI TER CONTROL G RETAIN 16 LE ASSY TER P G EXT KET DI LEVIS 17 1 440193 5 8 TYPE 1 ID X 2 OD X 0 890 LF TAP 1 4 20 X2. amp READ all safety instructions before assembling unit e TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box the Handle Assembly is attached to the unit by cables PARTS BAG amp LITERATURE ASSY Warranty card P N 400972 Owner s Manual P N 440179 Declaration of Conformity P N 440022 Handle Hardware Items 10 washer 8171003 11 locknut 8160002 36 cap screw 8041032 74 Ty wrap 900407 Boxing Parts Checklist Handle Upper Assembly Item 30 P N 440035 Parts Bag amp Literature Assy P N 440166 amp S Vanguard 18 hp Part No 440179 9 Form F041108A FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual ASSEMBLY 1 Follow the steps in figures A and B then securely tighten all hardware shown 2 Connect spark plug wire Figure A The hardware for attaching the upper handle to the lower is in the parts bag Install upper handle item 30 to preassembled lower handle item 28 by sliding the upper over and down the outside of the lower handle Using bolt item 36 washers item 10 amp lock nut item 11 to install upper handle to lower handle Finish installing the other side of the upper handle assembly using screw and lock nut provided Two 72 open ended wrenches Part No 440179 Figure B The throttle control and Aim and Shoot will be attached to the throttle arm on the engine and wrapped around the engine for shipping Unwrap and secure throttle control item 31 to upper handle w
3. 5 8 HANDLE UPPER 440035 1 2 3 4 5 7 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 22 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 59 70 2 02 0 gt gt lt z z ojoj lt gt lt O 4 vlwln 2 gt O Ola lt gt gt 51715 Im 9 Izlazio gt olol 9 201 m A o o 5 zx S vem mim g 2ia3ix Eo DIO x C 2 79 viv Is r xl la z m 5 42 U 42 gt gt OJO d 7 O 2 gt 60 66 68 69 lt w 2 gt olo miz Part No 440179 15 Form No F041108A BILLY 25 FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual Service Performed Part No 440179 16 Form No F041108A
4. BLOWER Owner s Manual GOAT SOUND LEVEL 97 Db a at Operators Position 117 dB Sound tests were conducted accordance with 2000 14 EC as well as ISO 11094 and were performed 12 12 2006 under the conditions listed below N 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 4 F 4 7 C 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 s 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 2 F 14 3 C 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 no 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 Note See parts list
5. for proper impeller bolt torque specifications See trouble shooting section on page 13 Part No 440179 6 Form No F041108A FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual INSTRUCTION LABELS The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower If any labels are damaged or missing replace them before operating this equipment Item numbers from the Illustrated Parts List and part numbers are provided for convenience in ordering replacement labels The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown LABEL READ OWNERS MANUAL LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING DANGER FLYING DEBRIS ITEM 44 P N890301 ITEM 45 P N890254 ITEM 46 P N 810736 START STOF ENGINE AND ALLOWTO COOL BEFORE REFUELING LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL ITEM 43 P N 400268 LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL ITEM 42 P N 810656 STOP ENGINE LABELS BRIGGS AND STRATTON VANGUARD ENGINE MAINTENANCE 45 ARUN RUN CHOKE va W 8 Part No 440179 7 Form No F041108A BILLY 53 GOAT PACKING CHECKLIST These items should be included in your carton If any of these parts are missing contact your dealer Your BILLY GOAT FORCE Blower was shipped in one carton completely assembled except for the Upper Handle Assembly and Front Diverter Mounting hardware for the Upper Handle Assembly can be found in the parts bag A A 7 PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual
6. C MAINTENANCE Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals Maintenance Operation Every Daily or Every Every 25 Every 50 Every Use 5 Hours Hours Hours 100 150 Hours Inspect for worn or damaged parts FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual Inspect Impeller for cracks or damage Check for excessive vibration Lope p E Inspect for loose parts IMPELLER REMOVAL 1 Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug 2 Remove housing front cover by removing 11 bolts and nuts items 13 amp 14 around outside of front cover 3 Remove impeller bolt item 35 lock washer item 27 and washer item 34 4 DONOT pry on impeller Pull on center hub area only of impeller If impeller slides off freely proceed to step 6 5 Ifthe impeller does not loosen obtain a 3 4 16x3 Billy Goat part 440192 or longer bolt Thread bolt by hand into nut until bolt rests against the shaft Tighten the bolt slowly which will pull the impeller away from the shaft remove impeller from shaft Using a penetrating oil can help loosen a stuck impeller 6 Reinstall new impeller in reverse order of removal 7 Tighten impeller bolt Torque impeller bolt See parts list on page 15 for proper impeller bolt torque specifications TIRE AIR PRESSURE Check at regular intervals and maintain Front Tires 24 Psi 165 kPa Rear Tires 20 Psi 137 kPa STORAGE Never store engine indoors or in enclosed poorly ven
7. FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual BILLY GOAT W e 30 Patent 76 253 416 and other patents pending BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER F1801V Owner s Manual Accessories HOLD DOWN PARKING BRAKE To secure blower for Effective and Easy to transportation on use to prevent blower trailer floors from rolling a s P N 440120 P N 440140 Part No 440179 1 Form F041108A BILLY 25 GOAT FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual 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 ASSEMBLY 9 OPERATION 10 11 MAINTENANCE 12 TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 13 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 14 PARTS LIST 15 MAINTENANCE RECORD 16 Part No 440179 2 Form F041108A FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual SERIAL PLATE DATA Record the model number serial number date of BiLLY purchase and where purchased p MO 68082 USA GOAT Tal 816 524 3666 INDUSTRIES INC Fax 816 524 5983 Purchase Date a Serial Purch
8. ON is recommended when operating this equipment 7 s 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 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 Part No 440179 4 Form No F041108A BILLY lt u gt GOAT gnome Part No 440179 o oo oooo o FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual 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 c
9. ased From Specifications F1801V Part No 440179 3 Form No F041108A BILLY 53 FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual GOAT 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 WARNING This symbol indicates important information that will prevent injury to yourself or others This symbol indicates ear protection is recommended when operating this equipment Y This symbol indicates eye protection is recommended when operating this equipment ww ES This symbol indicates gloves should be worn when servicing this equipment N AN 0 This symbol indicates that this manual and the engine manufacturer s manual should be read carefully before assembling operation or servicing this equipment T CAUTION This symbol indicates important information that will prevent damage to your BILLY GOAT T FORCE Blower 7 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 AN 0 READ this manual and the engine manufacturers manual carefully before assembling a operating or servicing this equipment v EAR PROTECTION is recommended when operating this equipment T EYE PROTECTI
10. e air cleaner Contact a qualified service Engine is locked will not pull Engine problem Contact an engine servicing dealer for over engine problems Aim N Shoot lever sticking Debris stuck around cone Clean debis Cone adjustment knob too tight Apply silicone based lubricant to Adaptor mount nut item 38 too pivot points tight Loosen knob Loosen nut When servicing engine refer to specific manufacturers engine owner s manual Engine warranty is covered by the specific engine manufacturer If your engine requires warranty or other repair work contact your local servicing engine dealer When contacting a dealer for service it is a good idea to have your engine model number available for reference See table page 3 If you cannot locate a servicing dealer in your area you can contact the manufacturers national service organization To reach Briggs and Stratton 800 223 3723 WARRANTY CLAIM PROCEDURE Should a BILLY GOAT machine fail due to a defect in material and or workmanship the owner should make a warranty claim as follows he machine must be taken to the dealer from whom it was purchased or to an authorized Servicing BILLY GOAT Dealer e he owner must present the remaining half of the Warranty Registration Card or if this is not available the invoice or receipt he Warranty Claim will be completed by the authorized BILLY GOAT Dealer and submitted to their respective BILLY GOAT Distributor for t
11. ecuring the unit for transport AG Never lift the machine while the engine is running BLOWING OPERATION Your Billy Goat Force blower is equipped with an air director cone and the patented Aim and Shoot control lever to allow the operator to direct the air stream up or down as required to assist in moving debris This feature is extremely useful when debris has piled up to the point that it cannot be blown any farther The air stream can be directed upward to blow the top of the debris pile over and allow the operator to continue moving more debris farther Part No 440179 10 Form No F041108A BILLY FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual GOAT X ADJUSTING AIR DIRECTOR To adjust air direction squeeze Aim N Shoot control lever When you want to blow debris at the same angle for an extended period choose a suitable position and use the finger controlled push button lock to lock the cone in position For operations that do not require the use of the Aim N Shoot feature the front adjustment knob pictured below can be used to permanently lock the cone into position NOTE be sure to release the knob when returning to using the Aim N Shoot ADO NOT position director cone to where it will blow debris towards people vehicles or other objects in vicinity Flying debris may damage harm or cause injury to people or objects in air flow range Adjustment knob Part No 440179 11 Form F041108A BILLY 237 GOAT MAINTENANCE PERIODI
12. heck 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 NWARNING 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 5 Form No F041108A BILLY 25 FORCE
13. heir territory Attention Service Manager Any parts replaced under warranty must be tagged and retained for 90 days The model number and serial number of the unit must be stated in the Warranty Claim e The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for consideration e he Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for examination BILLY GOAT will notify their conclusions to the distributor service manager from whom the claim was received he decision by the Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT to approve or reject a Warranty Claim is final and binding For online product registration go to www billygoat com Part No 440179 13 Form No F041108A 5 3 V 3 x uu cc H 2 l o H x lt s H o 14 Form No F041108A Part No 440179 FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual PARTS LIST F1801V Q TY 1 ENGINE 18 440173 2 440017 3 SPACER RING ENGINE 440174 4 UPLATE REINFORCE HOUSING 440010 5 J HOUSING 440023 6 X HOUSING BACK MOLDED 440024 7 WASHER LOCK 3 8 TWISTED TOOTH 400502 8 SCREW 3 8 16 11 22 8041052 9 ROD HAND STOP 440057 10 WASHER 5 16 FLATWASHER 2 8171003
14. ith screws item 17 Screws will already be mounted in handle simply remove and use to mount the throttle control securing the cable with two Ty wraps One 3 8 open ended wrench Form No F041108A BILLY 237 GOAT OPERATION A Like all mechanical tools reasonable care must be used when operating machine Inspect machine work area and machine before operating Make sure that all operators of this equipment are trained in general machine use and safety 7 PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING FORCE BLOWER Owner s Manual STARTING ENGINE See engine manufacturer s instructions for type and amount of oil and gasoline used Engine must be level when checking and filling oil and gasoline FUEL VALVE Move fuel valve to ON position when provided on engine STOP SWITCH Located on the engine ON position CHOKE Operated with choke lever on side of engine THROTTLE Controlled by throttle lever on the handle Move remote throttle control to fast position Pull starting rope to start engine ENGINE SPEED Under normal conditions operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START See Troubleshooting on page 13 HANDLING amp TRANSPORTING Using two people to lift machine is recommended Lift holding the handle and handle brace Secure in place during transportation See unit specifications on page 3 for unit weight Do not use the front grill as an anchor point when s
15. tilated areas with fuel in tank where fuel fumes may reach an open flame spark or pilot light as on a furnace water heater clothes dryer or other gas appliance If engine is to be unused for 30 days or more prepare as follows A Remove all gasoline from carburetor and fuel tank to prevent gum deposits from forming on these parts and causing possible malfunction of engine Drain fuel outdoors into an approved container away from open flame Be sure engine is cool Do not smoke Run engine until fuel tank is empty and engine runs out of gasoline Fuel stabilizer such as Sta Bil is an acceptable alternative for minimizing the formation of gum deposits during storage Add stabilizer to gasoline in storage container or fuel tank Follow Stabilizer manufacturer s instructions to determine proper mix ratio Run engine at least 10 minutes after adding stabilizer to allow it to reach carburetor Part No 440179 12 Form No F041108A BILLY 237 FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner s Manual GOAT TROUBLESHOOTING Problem Possible Cause Solution Abnormal vibration Loose or out of balance impeller Check impeller and replace if required Loose engine Check engine Engine will not start Engine not in full choke position Check choke position Out of gasoline or bad old gasoline Check gasoline Spark Plug wire disconnected Connect spark plug wire Gas valve off Turn on gas valve Dirty air cleaner Clean or replac
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