Billy Goat F902S User manual

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FORCE BLOWER PUSH Owner’s Manual
Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending
F902S, F902H, F1302H, F1402S, F1802V
BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER
Owner's Manual
Accessories
SOLID FRONT TIRE
Solid flat-free front tire.
P/N 440279
HOLD DOWN KIT
To secure blower for
transportation on
trailer floors.
P/N 440120
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
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 9
PARTS LIST 10-11
Go to http://www.billygoat.com for French-Canadian translations of the product manuals.
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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. 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 EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL
ITEM # 43 P/N 100261 ITEM # 42 P/N 810656
ENGINE LABELS
HONDA SUBARU
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
Figure A Figure B
1.Follow the steps in figures A and B, then securely tighten all hardware shown.
2.Connect spark plug wire.
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 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.
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.
Two ½” open ended wrenches
One 5/16 open ended wrench
Good routing
Bad routing

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BLOWING OPERATION
Your Billy Goat Force blower is equipped with an air director cone and the patented Aim-N-Shoot TM 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 Aim-N-ShootTM 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-ShootTM feature the manual 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-ShootTM.
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.
WARNING: 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-ShootTM feature will not function when the Front Diverter is installed.
Manual Adjustment
knob
Front diverter
Squeeze and fold
here

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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 25
Hours
Every 50
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 (11) 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
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.
· Dirty air 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-Shoot TM 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 manual adjustment knob
· Loosen nut
*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.
Note: Always disconnect the sparkplug when servicing.

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ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST

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PARTS LIST
F1302H/F1402S F902H F902S F1802V
ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY.
1
ENGINE 13 HP HONDA GX390
ENGINE 14 HP SUBARU OHC
440018
440304
1 - - - - - -
ENGINE 9 HP HONDA GX270 - - 430287 1 - - - -
ENGINE 9 HP HORZSUBARU OHC - - - - 430413 1 - -
ENGINE 18 VANGUARD - - - - - - 812240 1
2 BASE ENGINE WA FSP 440244-S 1 440244-S 1 440244-S 1 440244-S 1
3 SPACER RING ENGINE 440009 1440009 1440009 1440174 1
4 PLATE REINFORCE HOUSING 440010-P 2 440010-P 2 440010-P 2 440010-P 2
5 HOUSING FRONT MOLDED 440023 1440023 1440023 1440023 1
6 HOUSING BACK MOLDED 440024 1440024 1440024 1440024 1
7 WASHER LOCK 8177012 58177013 58177013 58177013 5
8 SCREW CAP 3/8-16X1 1/2 ZP 8041052 48041052 48041052 4 - -
SCREW CAP 3/8-16X2" ZP - - - - - - 8041054 4
9 ROD HAND STOP 440057 1440057 1440057 1440057 1
10 WASHER 5/16 FLATWASHER Z/P 8171003 20 8171003 20 8171003 20 8171003 20
11 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 5/16-18 8160002 10 8160002 10 8160002 10 8160002 10
12 SCREWCAP 5/16-18 X1.75 ZP 8041031 48041031 48041031 48041031 2
13 SCREWCAP 1/4-20 x 1 1/2 8041008 11 8041008 11 8041008 11 8041008 11
14 NUT FLANGE 1/4-20 900455 11 900455 11 900455 11 900455 11
15 WHEEL & TIRE 13" X5" PNEUMATIC 440054 2440054 2440054 2440054 2
16 RING RETAINING 3/4 850230 2850230 2850230 2850230 2
17 SCREW SELF-TAP 5/16 NC X3/4 HEX 8122082 78122082 78122082 7 - -
18 WHEEL ASSY 10 " PNEUMATIC 400295 1400295 1400295 1400295 1
19 SPACER FRONT AXLE 440220 1440220 1440220 1440220 1
20 SPACER LH WHEEL FRONT 440224 1440224 1440224 1440224 1
21 SPACER RH WHEEL FRONT 440221 1440221 1440221 1440221 1
22 SCREWCAP 1/2-13 x 9 1/2" 8041240 18041240 18041240 18041240 1
23 WASHER FLAT 1/2" SAE 8172011 28172011 28172011 28172011 2
24 WASHER W/BOLT WA 440075 1440075 1440075 1440075 1
25 KNOB 3/8-16 SOLID HUB 811230 1811230 1811230 1811230 1
26 WASHER 2.25 OD x .515 ID x .134 ZP 610308-P 1 610308-P 1 610308-P 1 610308-P 1
27 BRACKET HOLDER WA 440240 1440240 1440240 1 - -
28 HANDLE LOWER 440034 1440034 1440034 1440034 1
29 NYLON INSERT LOCKNUT 1/2-13 8160005 18160005 18160005 18160005 1
30 HANDLE UPPER 440035 1440035 1440035 1440035 1
31 CONTROL THROTTLE 440013 1440013 1440013 1440013 1
32 CABLE THROTTLE CONTROL 440014 1440014 1440014 1440178 1
33 NUT LOCK 3/8-16 LT WT THIN ZP 8161042 18161042 18161042 18161042 1
34 WASHER 1.5 O.D.X0.45 I.D. X0.5 440176 1440176 1440176 1440176 1
35 SCREWCAP 3/8-24 X2 3/4" GR. 8 (38 +/-2 ft-lbs.) 790167 1 - - - - - -
SCREWCAP 7/16-20 X2 3/4" GR.8 (60 +/-2 ft-lbs) - - 440285 1440285 1 - -
SCREWCAP 3/8-24 X4 GR.8 (38 +/-2 ft-lbs) - - - - - - 8042062 1
36 SCREWCAP 5/16"-18 X2" ZP 8041032 18041032 18041032 18041032 2
37 DIRECTOR CONE 5" 440044-S 1 - - - - - -
DIRECTOR CONE 4" - - 440046-S 1 440046-S 1 - -
DIRECTOR CONE 6" - - - - - - 440170-S 1
38 DIVERTOR FRONT 440045-5 1 440045-4 1 440045-4 1 - -
39 SCREW SM #10-24X1/2" DRILL POINT 8122064 28122064 28122064 28122064 2
40 IMPELLER ASSEMBLY 17" 440236 1440236 1440236 1 - -
IMPELLER SERVICE ASSY FORCE 18HP - - - - - - 440162 1
41 GRILL FRONT BLOWER 440067-1-S 1 440067-1-S 1 440067-1-S 1 440171-S 1
42 LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL 810656 1810656 1810656 1810656 1
43 LABEL FUEL EN/SP - - - - 100261 1100261 1
44 LABEL READ 890301 1890301 1890301 1890301 1
45 LABEL EAR EYE BREATHING 890254 1890254 1890254 1890254 1
46 LABEL DANGER FLYING DEBRIS 810736 1810736 1810736 1810736 1
47 GRIP 1-1/4" ID x 13" 440012 1440012 1440012 1440012 1
48 LABEL FORCE 440268 1440268 1440268 1440268 1
49 HANDLE ASSY UPPER 440104 1440104 1440104 1440104 1
50 KEY 1/4" SQ x 3.25 9201128 19201128 19201128 1 - -
KEY 1/4" SQ x 2.75 - - - - - - 9201130 1
51 SCREWCAP 1/4-20 X1" - - - - - - 8041006 7
52 WASHER FLAT 1/4 - - - - - - 8171002 5
53 NUT LOCK 1/4"-20 HEX ZP 8160001 18160001 18160001 18160001 1
54 HANDLE DIVERTER FORCE 440119 1440119 1440119 1440119 1
55 PIN LATCH DIVERTER 440118 1440118 1440118 1440118 1
56 SPRING COMPRESSION 0.281 X0.88 440129 1440129 1440129 1440129 1
57 RING RETAINING .122 DIA 440125 1440125 1440125 1440125 1
58 SADDLE LOWER DIVERTER 440115 1440115 1440115 1440115 1
59 PLATE LOCK DIVERTER 440116 1440116 1440116 1440116 1
60 SCREW PLASTITE #6-19 X 5/8" 440126 1440126 1440126 1440126 1

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ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY. PART NUMBER QTY.
61 SADDLE UPPER DIVERTER 440114 1440114 1440114 1440114 1
62 SCREW PLASTITE #10-14 X1" 440132 2440132 2440132 2440132 2
63 PIN PIVOT DIVERTER CONTROL 440123 1440123 1440123 1440123 1
64 RING RETAINING 5/16 430327 1430327 1430327 1430327 1
65 CABLE ASSY 440117 1440117 1440117 1440117 1
66 DIVERTER PIVOT ADAPTOR 440121 1440121 1440121 1440121 1
67 SPRING EXTENSION 0.468 X5.25 440130 1440130 1440130 1440130 1
68 BRACKET DIVERTER FORCE 440212 1440212 1440212 1440212 1
69 PIN CLEVIS 1/4 X3/4 440124 1440124 1440124 1440124 1
70 .051 X3/4" HITCH PIN CLIP 440193 1440193 1440193 1440193 1
71 EYEBOLT PIGTAIL 5/16"-18 X1 1/4" 440280 1440280 1440280 1440280 1
72 ADAPTOR MOUNT WA 440122 1440122 1440122 1440122 1
73 GRIP 1-1/4" ID x 9.5" LONG 440146 1440146 1440146 1440146 1
74 TY-WRAP 900407 5900407 5900407 5900407 5
75 WASHER .765 ID X1.25 OD X0.6" 850238 2850238 2850238 2850238 2
76 FORCE WHEEL BEARING .751 ID 440055 2440055 2440055 2440055 2
77 GUARD MANIFOLD - - - - - - 812243 1
78 GUARD MUFFLER - - - - - - 812242 1
79 SPACER 1" ID X2" OD X0.890 TK - - - - - - 830112 1
80 SPACER 1" ID X2" OD X0.265 TK - - - - - - 830113 2
81 SCREW SELF TAP 1/4"-20 X5/8" - - - - - - 890359 2
82 SPACER REAR WHEEL PUSH 440226 2440226 2440226 2440226 2
83 PLUG 791056 2791056 2791056 2791056 2
84 CARRIAGE BOLT 3/8"-16 X2" ZP 8024062 48024062 48024062 48024062 4
85 SPARK ARRESTOR LABEL 100252 1100252 1100252 1100252 1
86 WASHER LOCK 3/8 ST MED 8177012 1 - - - - 8177012 1
WASHER LOCK 7/16 ST MED - - 8177013 8177013 1 - -
87 SCREW PLASTITE 1/4"-10 X3/4" HWH ZP 840082 2840082 2840082 2840082 2
88 BOLT 1/4"-20 X1/2" SER FLANGE - - - - - - 812381 2
125 LABEL MADE IN U.S.A. 520116 1520116 1520116 1520116 1

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Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending
F902SPS, F902SPH, F1302SPH, F1802SPV
BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER
Owner's Manual
Accessories
SOLID FRONT TIRE
Solid flat-free front tire.
P/N 440279
HOLD DOWN KIT
To secure blower for
transportation on
trailer floors.
P/N 440120
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 AND SOUND/VIBRATION ___ 3
INSTRUCTION LABELS 4
PACKING CHECKLIST 5
ASSEMBLY 6
OPERATION _ 7-8
MAINTENANCE 9
TROUBLESHOOTING___________________________ 10
ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 11
PARTS LIST 12
Go to http://www.billygoat.com for French-Canadian translations of the product manuals.
Visitez http://www.billygoat.com pour la version canadienne-française des manuels de produits

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Specifications F902SPS F902SPH F1302SPH F1802SPV
Engine: HP
9.0 HP (6.6kW)
9.0 HP (6.6kW)
13.0 HP (9.6kW)
18 HP (13.42kW)
Engine: Model
EX270D50021
GX270K1QA2
GX390K1QAA2
3564420224E9
Engine: Type
SUBARU OHC
HONDA OHV
HONDA OHV
B & S VANGUARD
Engine: Fuel Capacity
6.4 qt. (6.1L)
6.3 qt. (6.0L)
6.5 qt. (6.1L)
9 qt. (8.52L)
Engine: Oil Capacity
1.05 qt. (1.0L)
1.16 qt. (1.1L)
1.16 qt. (1.1L)
1.75 qt. (1.66L)
Total Unit Weight:
141 # (64 Kg)
152 # (68.9 Kg)
167 # (75.7 Kg)
182 # (82.6 Kg)
Overall Length:
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)
Overall Height
45" (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
45" (1.14m)
Max operating angle
20o
20o
20o
25o
In compliance with 2000/14/EEC
standards
107dB(a) @3340
rpm
109dB(a) @ 3660
rpm
110dB(a) @ 3640 rpm
117dB(a)
Sound at Operator’s ears
87dB(a) @ 3340 rpm
89dB(a) @ 3660 rpm
90dB(a) @ 3640 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)
1.2 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. 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 EXPLOSIVE FUEL LABEL THROTTLE CONTROL
ITEM # 43 P/N 400268 ITEM # 42 P/N 810656
ENGINE LABELS
HONDA SUBARU
BRIGGS AND STRATTON VANGUARD
LABEL CLUTCH ENGAGE
P/N 500176
LABEL SPARK ARRESTOR
P/N 100252
LABEL OIL CHAIN
ITEM #119 P/N 830502

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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 as 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, and F1302H
models only)
Item#38
F9 MODELS P/N-440045-4
F13 MODELS P/N-440045-5
Handle Upper Assembly
Item #30 P/N-440035
Parts Bag & Literature Assy
P/N-440267
Honda 9 or 13 hp
Subaru 9 hp
B & S Vanguard 18 hp
PARTS BAG &
LITERATURE ASSY
Warranty card P/N- 400972, Owner’s Manual P/N-440314, General Safety and Warnings Manual P/N-
100294, Declaration of Conformity P/N-440022, Handle Hardware-Items #10, #11, #74, #36, and #123

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ASSEMBLY
Figure A Figure B
1.Follow the steps in figures A and B, then securely tighten all hardware shown.
2.Connect spark plug wire.
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 (items #36 and 123),
washers (item #10) & 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.
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 #39). Screws will already be mounted in handle,
simply remove and use to mount the throttle control. Secure the
throttle cable and clutch 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. The Clutch cable will also be wrapped up under the
machine. Route the cable under the axle and attach it by
removing the hitch pin and clevis pin and attaching it to the
clutch control lever. After it is attached pull on the cable and
slide it into the hole on the bracket so that it clicks into place. 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.
Two ½” open ended wrenches
One 5/16 open ended wrench
Good routing
Bad routing

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OPERATION
BLOWING OPERATION
Your Billy Goat Force blower is equipped with an air director cone and the patented Aim-N-Shoot TM 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 Aim-N-ShootTM 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-ShootTM feature the manual adjustment knob, pictured below, can
be used to permanently lock the cone into position. CAUTION: Be sure to release the knob when returning to using
the Aim-N-ShootTM.
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 and 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.
WARNING: 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-ShootTM feature will not function when the Front Diverter is installed
Manual Adjustment
knob
Front diverter
Squeeze and fold
here
DRIVE LEVER:
To engage the clutch for forward motion, simply hold down the clutch lever with your left hand while the engine is running,
this will cause the drive to engage and the machine will proceed to move forward. Caution: It is not recommended to
“feather” the drive. The drive lever should be either fully engaged or fully disengaged. Failure to do so can cause
premature failure of the cone clutch in the transmission. This type of failure will void the manufacturer’s warranty.

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MAINTENANCE
Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals:
Maintenance Operation
Every
Use
Daily or Every
5 Hours
Every 25
Hours
Every 50
Hours
Every
100-150
Hours
Inspect for worn or damaged parts.

Check for excessive vibration

Check belt/chain tightness

Oil drive chain

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 (11) bolts and nuts, items #13 & #14, around outside of front
cover.
3. Remove impeller bolt (item #35), lock washer (item #71) 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 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).
BELT TENSION ADJUSTMENT
DO NOT ADJUST WHILE THE MACHINE IS RUNNING!
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Loosen the nut (item 92) on the Idler pulley (item 93) but do not remove it. This should allow the pulley to slide left or
right. Once the pulley is at the proper distance to apply tension to the belt tighten the nut. Note: Do not place too much
tension on the belt, as it will cause premature failure.
3. Reattach the spark plug.
BELT REPLACEMENT
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2.Follow the Impeller removal steps (2-5 on page 12).
3. Remove the four bolts (item 8) holding the back plate (item 4) to the
back housing (item 6).
4. Loosen the nut on the idler pulley and slide it to the right to relieve
tension on the belt.
5. Slip the belt (item 86) off the engine pulley and the transmission.
6 Replace the belt with a new one and slide the Idler pulley to put
proper tension on the belt. Note: Do not place too much tension on the
belt, as it will cause premature failure.
7. Reassemble the machine in reverse order. Note: You will need to
replace the Impeller bolt and torque to the proper specifications see
page 16, DO NOT use the old one.
8. Reconnect spark plug wire.
Idler Pulley

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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.
Note: Always disconnect the spark plug when servicing.
DRIVE CHAIN REPLACEMENT
1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug.
2. Place a block of wood, or another object that will support and steady
the unit under the axle on the side of the machine you will be working on.
3. Remove the two screws (item 103) holding the chain guard (item 104)
and then remove the chain guard.
4. Loosen the two nuts (item 98) holding the bearing (item 97).
5. Remove the retaining ring holding the wheel on and then slide the
wheel off.
6. Replace the chain (item 105). Remove the old chain by walking it off
the sprockets.
7. Position the bearing so that it applies the proper tension to the chain
and tighten the nuts holding the bearing Note: DO NOT over tighten the
chain, as this will cause premature failure. Likewise if the chain is too
loose it will come off when the drive is engaged.
8. Reassemble the machine using steps 1-4 in reverse order.
CLUTCH CABLE ADJUSTMENT
1. With the machine off, loosen the two nuts on the end of the clutch cable (item 111) going in to the transmission.
2. By moving the position up or down on the threads it will change the tension on the clutch lever (item 113). Note: Do not position it too
high on the threads as this could cause the drive not to engage. Likewise, if it is placed too low the drive may stay permanently engaged.
The optimum setting is to remove any slack in the clutch cable when disengaged. The travel of the clutch control will apply the correct
spring force on the cone clutch. Once the desired position is in place tighten the nuts securely.
3. Start the machine and check the operation. If the drive cable is not engaging properly, shut the machine off and reposition the nuts on
the cable to tighten the drive cable.
Loosen these
nuts
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.
· Dirty air 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-Shoot TM 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 manual adjustment knob
· Loosen nut
No self propelling Drive lever not engaged Engage drive lever
Drive belt worn or broken Check drive belt
Drive chain off the sprockets Check drive chain
Drive cable is out of adjustment Check drive cable (see page 13)
Self Propelled drive will not
release
Improper drive cable adjustment, or
cable is kinked
Check the drive cable (see page 13)
Noisy or broken chain No chain or lubrication Lubricate chain
Chain tension Check drive chain (see page 13)