Billy Goat QUIET BLOW QB554HC User manual

Part No 430316 Form No F072407A

QB554HC Owner’s Manual

Patent 6253416

BILLY GOAT QB554HC BLOWER

Owner's Manual

Accessories

CASTER KIT

To improve

maneuverability on

hard paved surfaces.

P/N 430291

Part No 430316 Form No F072407A

QB554HC Owner’s Manual

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT ®QB 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 QB 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

INSTRUCTIONLABELS 7

PACKINGCHECKLIST 8

ASSEMBLY 9

OPERATION 10-11

MAINTENANCE 12

TROUBLESHOOTING AND WARRANTY PROCEDURE 13

ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 14

PARTSLIST 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 QB554HC

Engine: HP 5.0 HP (3.73 Kw)

Engine: Model GC160AQHA

Engine: Type HONDA OHC

Engine: Fuel Capacity 2.1 qt. (2.0L)

Engine: Oil Capacity 0.63 qt. (0.6L)

Total Unit Weight: 98# (44.5 Kg)

Overall Length: 51.75” (1.31m)

Overall Width 28.5” (0.72m)

Overall Height 39” (0.99m)

Lwa at operator position 106dB(a)

Vibration at operator position .74 g (7.3 m/s2)

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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 ®

QB 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.

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.

DO NOT run this machine with a cracked or damaged impeller under any circumstances.

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SOUND

SOUND LEVEL 106 Db(a) at Operator Position

Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, as well as ISO 11094, and were performed on 2-16-

2002 under the conditions listed below.

Sound power level listed is the highest value for this model. Please refer to serial plate on the unit for the sound

power level for your model.

VIBRATION DATA

VIBRATION LEVEL .74g (7.3m/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 5-25-2006 under the conditions listed below.

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 lodged foreign objects. Note:

See parts list for proper impeller bolt torque specifications. (See trouble shooting section on page 13).

General Conditions: Sunny

Temperature: 60oF (15.6oC)

Wind Speed: 10 mph (16.1 kmh)

Wind Direction: North

Humidity: 32%

Barometric Pressure: 29.95Hg (761 mm Hg)

General Conditions: Sunny

Temperature: 89.06oF (31.7oC)

Wind Speed: 13.6 mph (21.96kph)

Wind Direction: West

Humidity: 22.8%

Barometric Pressure: 29.9Hg (101.35kpa)

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INSTRUCTION LABELS

The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT ®QB 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

LABEL LEVER QB LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL GUST CONTROL

ITEM #46 P/N 430363 ITEM # 43 P/N 400268 ITEM # 7 P/N 430388

LABEL PATENT QB AIR DIRECTOR

P/N 430400

ENGINE LABELS

HONDA MOTOR CO. , LTD. MADE IN JAPAN

READ OWNER’S MANUAL BEFORE OPERATION.

LIRE LE MANUEL D UTILISATEURAVANT USAGE.

VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGHT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN.

NO UTILIZAR SINANTES NO HABER LEIDO EL MANUAL

HONDA

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PACKING CHECKLIST

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

Your BILLY GOAT ®QB Blower was shipped in one carton, completely assembled except for the Upper Handle

Assembly, Front Exhaust and Front wheel and bracket. Mounting hardware for the Upper Handle Assembly can be

found in the pre mounted on the lower handle and in the parts bag.

READ all safety instructions before assembling unit.

TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box the Handle Assembly is attached to the

unit by cables.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

Boxing Parts Checklist

Front Exhaust Director

P/N-430370

Handle Upper Assembly

P/N-400957

Handle Brace

P/N-400951

Bracket Front

P/N-430270

Front wheel

P/N-430271

Parts Bag & Literature Assy

P/N-430334

Honda 5

PARTS BAG &

LITERATURE ASSY

Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-430316, Declaration of Conformity P/N-430189.

Screwcap

5/16-18x1 1/4

8041029 Qty. 1

Screwcap

3/8- 16 x 3 3/4

8041061 Qty. 1

430268 Qty. 1

Ty-wrap 1"

900407 Qty. 3

Washer 1/2 SAE

8172011 Qty. 1

Nut Lock 5/16-18

8160002 Qty. 3

Nut Lock 3/8- 16

8161042 Qty. 1

Washer 5/16 Flat cut

81710003 Qty. 1

Parts bag assembly checklist

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ASSEMBLY

Figure A Figure B

Fig 2.

Incorrect Correct

1.Follow the steps in figures A and B, then securely tighten all hardware shown.

2.Connect spark plug wire.

1. The hardware for attaching the upper handle to the lower is

preinstalled in the proper location in the lower handle. Before the upper

handle can be installed you must remove the hardware from the handle

and reuse it in the same locations. Install upper handle (Item 28), to

preassembled lower handle (item 29) by sliding the upper over and

down the outside of the lower handle. Pull recoil handle from the engine

and place it between rope guides (Item 13). Using screw & lock nut to

install upper handle to lower handle. Finish installing the other side of

the upper handle assembly using screw and lock nut provided.

2. Install front of handle brace (Item 30), to blower housing using

one screw(Item 31), one washer (Item 58) and one lock nut (item 32)

located in the hardware bag. Install rear of handle brace (item 30) to

upper handle vibration mounts using two lock nuts (item 32) also

located in the hardware bag. Hand tighten only.

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

4. Remove four lock nuts from the front plate and use them to attach the

front wheel bracket (Item 27). Using spacer (Item 18), washer (Item 19),

and Lock Nut (Item 16) to attach Front wheel (Item 23) onto the front

wheel bracket.

NOTE: Front wheel bracket (Item 27) should be mounted with the offset

portion of the bracket toward the ground. This will place the blower

exhaust parallel to the ground. The bracket can be mounted in the

opposite configuration to move the blower exhaust closer to the ground.

5. When ty-wrapping the diverter cable in place please be sure to follow

the correct routing of the cable as shown in Fig. 2.

6. Connect spark plug wire.

Two ½” open ended wrenches One ½ open-end wrench and two

9/16” open-ended wrenches

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OPERATION

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.

PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING

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.

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 start rope

to start engine.

ENGINE SPEED: Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task.

SHUTDOWN: Move throttle lever on the engine slowly to the stop position

IF YOUR UNIT FAILS TO START:

See Troubleshooting on page 13.

HANDLING & TRANSPORTING:

Using two people to lift machine is recommended. Lift holding the handle and handle brace. Secure in place during

transportation. See QB specifications on page 3 for unit weight.

Do not use the front grill as an anchor point when securing the unit for transport.

Never lift the machine while the engine is running.

BLOWING OPERATION

Your Billy Goat QB blower is equipped with an exhaust director 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.

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