Billy Goat F902S User manual

FORCE PUSH BLOWER Owner’s Manual
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Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending
FORCE BLOWER Owner's Manual
F902S, F902H, F1302H, F1402S, F1802V
Beginning Serial #: 110215001
Accessories
Original Instructions
IMPORTANT- READ CAREFULLY BEFORE USE AND KEEP FOR FUTURE REFERENCE
HOLD DOWN KIT
To secure blower for
transportation on trailer
floors.
P/N 440120
SOLID FRONT TIRE
Solid flat-free front tire.
P/N 440279
PARKING BRAKE
Effective and Easy to use to
prevent blower from rolling.
P/N 440140
CASTER KIT
For greater maneuverability
on hard surfaces.
P/N 440293

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CONTENTS
SPECIFICATIONS 3
INSTRUCTION LABELS 4
PACKING CHECKLIST 5
ASSEMBLY 6
OPERATION 7
MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 8
MAINTENANCE RECORD 9
ILLUSTRATED PARTS AND PARTS LISTS 10-12
DECLARTAION OF CONFORMITY 13-15

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SPECIFICATIONS
F902S F902H F1302H F1402S F1802V
Engine HP
9.0 HP (6.6kW)
9.0 HP (6.6kW)
13.0 HP (9.6kW)
14.0 HP (10.3 kW)
18 HP (13.42kW)
Engine Model
EX270D50021
GX270K1QA2
GX390K1QAA2
EX400DE5030
3564420224E9
Engine Type
SUBARU OHC
HONDA OHV
HONDA OHV
SUBARU OHC
B & S VANGUARD
Engine Fuel Capacity
6.4 qt. (6.1L)
6.3 qt. (6.0L)
6.5 qt. (6.1L)
7.4 qt. (7.0L)
9 qt. (8.52L)
Engine Oil Capacity
1.05 qt. (1.0L)
1.16 qt. (1.1L)
1.16 qt. (1.1L)
1.25 qt. (1.2L)
1.75 qt. (1.66L)
Total Unit Weight:
138 # (62.6Kg)
143 # (64.8Kg)
160 # (72.6Kg)
164 # (74.4Kg)
179 # (81.2Kg)
Overall Length:
58"(1.43m)
58"(1.43m)
58"(1.43m)
58”(1.43m)
58"(1.43m)
Overall Width
29.25” (0.74m)
29.25” (0.74m)
29.25” (0.74m)
29.25”(0.74m)
29.25” (0.74m)
Overall Height
45" (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
45” (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
Max Operating Angle
20o
20o
20o
20o
25o
In compliance with
2000/14/EEC
Standards
107dB(a) @ 3340
rpm
109dB(a) @ 3660
rpm
110dB(a) @ 3640
rpm
110dB(a) @ 3600
rpm
117dB(a)
Sound at Operator’s
Ears
87dB(a) @ 3340 rpm
89dB(a) @ 3660 rpm
90dB(a) @ 3640 rpm
90dB(a) @ 3600 rpm
97dB(a)
Vibration at Operator
Position
.96 g (9.44 m/s2)
1.05 g (10.30 m/s2)
.81 g (7.96 m/s2)
1.1 g (10.7 m/s2)
1.2 g (11.9 m/s2)
SOUND
SOUND LEVEL 97 Db(a) at Operators Position
Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EC, as well as ISO 11094, and were performed on 12-12-2006 under
the conditions listed below.
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.
VIBRATION DATA
VIBRATION LEVEL 1.2g (11.9m/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 12-13-2006 under the conditions listed below.
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 40.4oF (4.7oC)
Wind Speed: 6.1 mph (9.9kph)
Wind Direction: Southwest
Humidity: 93.6%
Barometric Pressure: 30Hg (101.85kpa)
General Conditions: Sunny
Temperature: 57.2oF (14.3oC)
Wind Speed: 11.8 mph (19.1kph)
Wind Direction: South
Humidity: 46.4%
Barometric Pressure: 30.1Hg (101.96kpa)
117 dB

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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. For your convenience in ordering replacement labels, part numbers are included in the
Illustrated Parts List. The correct position for each label may be determined by referring to the Figure and Item numbers shown.
LABEL READ OWNERS MANUAL LABEL SAFETY PROTECT DANGER FLYING DEBRIS
ITEM #44 P/N 890301 ITEM# 45 P/N 100346 ITEM # 46 P/N 810736
LABEL EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL
ITEM # 43 P/N 100261 ITEM # 42 P/N 810656
ENGINE LABELS
HONDA MOTOR CO. , LTD. MADE IN JAPAN
READ OWNER’S MANUALBEFORE OPERATION.
LIRE LE MANUELD UTILISATEURAVANT USAGE.
VOR INBETRIEBNAHME UNBEDINGHT BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG DURCHLESEN.
NO UTILIZAR SINANTES NO HABER LEIDO ELMANUAL
WHEN OIL LEVELLOW,
ENGINE STOPS IMMEDIATELY.
OIL ALERT
HONDA SUBARU
STOP
START
BRIGGS AND STRATTON VANGUARD
LABEL SPARK ARRESTOR
P/N 100252

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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®
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.
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 Air Diverter
(For F902S, F902H, F1302H, F1402S
models only)
Item#38
F9 MODEL P/N-440045-4
F13/F14 MODEL P/N-440045-5
Handle Upper Assembly
Item #30 P/N-440035
Parts Bag & Literature Assy
P/N-440266
Honda 9 or 13 hp
Subaru 9 hp or 14 hp
B & S Vanguard 18 hp
PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY
Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-440313, General Safety and Warnings Manual P/N-100294, Declaration of
Conformity P/N-440022, Handle Hardware-Items #10, #11, #74, #71 and #36

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ASSEMBLY
1. 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 handle over and down the outside of the lower handle. Using
the bolts (items #36 and #71), washers (item #10) and lock nut (item #11) to
install upper handle to lower handle. NOTE: The Pigtail bolt should go on the
side that the pull start is on and the open end should be facing down. Finish
installing the other side of the upper handle assembly using screw and lock nut
provided. (See Fig. 1)
2. The throttle control 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 with 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. The Aim-and-ShootTM is not attached,
you will need to unroll the cable and attach the ball end to the lever and seat
the cable end into the hole on the saddle clamp, with the cable running through
the slot. To keep the cable from being damaged use three ty-wraps (item 74) to
secure it to the handle as shown making sure that the cable is not rubbing
against the tire. Note: the cable should be seated properly in the saddle and
should follow the contours of the handle. (See Fig. 2)
3.Connect spark plug wire.
Good routing
Bad routing
Fig. 1
Fig. 2

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OPERATION
BLOWING OPERATION
Your Billy Goat Force blower is equipped with an air director cone and
the patented Aim-N-ShootTM 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.
ADJUSTING AIR DIRECTOR
To adjust air direction, squeeze the 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-Shootfeature the manual adjustment knob (see Fig.
3) 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.
DO 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.
FRONT DIVERTER POSITIONING (F9 and F13 models only)
The removable front diverter adapter can be slipped inside the
cone to direct the air stream forward. First turn off engine, and then
simply collapse the fold in the larger opening of the diverter and
slide inside the cone and allow it to expand. Then position to the
desired angle by rotating the diverter. This option is extremely
useful for cleaning out long cracks in pavement or for cleaning
under bushes, building overhangs or along curbs. (See Fig. 3 and
4)
WARNING: The unit will be more difficult to control due to the
air exiting the unit. Keep hands on the unit at all times when using
the front diverter. Please note that the Aim-N-Shoot feature will not
function when the front diverter is installed.
Manual
adjustment
knob
Front
diverter
Squeeze
and fold
here
Fig. 3
Fig. 4

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MAINTENANCE
PERIODIC MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals:
Maintenance Operation
Every Use
Daily or Every 5 Hours
Every 100-150 Hours
Inspect for worn or damaged parts

Check for excessive vibration

Inspect impeller for cracks or damage

Inspect for loose parts

IMPELLER REMOVAL
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Remove housing front cover, by removing eleven bolts and nuts (items #13 & #14), around outside of front cover.
3. Remove impeller bolt (item #35), lock washer (item #86) and washer (item #34).
4. DO NOT pry on impeller. Pull on center hub area only of impeller. Using a penetrating oil can help loosen a stuck
impeller.
5. Reinstall new impeller in reverse order of removal.
6. Tighten impeller bolt. Torque impeller bolt (see Parts List on page 10 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).
TROUBLESHOOTING
*Using compressed air, or a backpack blower, you can
loosen or free debris easily from the impeller and housing,
which can cause wear and tear on the machine. You can
manually remove debris by taking off the front housing.
(See Fig. 5 and 6) NOTE: Always disconnect the sparkplug
when servicing.
Fig. 5
Fig. 6
Problem Possible Cause Solution
Abnormal vibration Loose or out of balance impeller. Check impeller and replace if required.
Debris in impeller.
Clear debris with compressed air or a
backpack blower (see below pictures).*
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.
Dirtyair cleaner.
Clean or replace air cleaner. Contact a
qualified service person.
Engine is locked, will not pull over Engine problem.
Contact an engine servicing dealer for engine
problems.
Aim-N-ShootTM lever sticking Debris stuck around cone. Clean debis.
Cone adjustment knob too tight.
Applysilicone based lubricant to pivot points.
Adaptor mount nut (item 38) too tight. Loosen manual adjustment knob.
Loosen nut.

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MAINTENANCE RECORD
Date
Service Performed

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FORCE PUSH PARTS DRAWING