Billy Goat QB1601, QB1601SP manual

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  • Page 1

    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Thank You for Selectin Thank You for Selectin Thank You for Selectin Thank You for Selectin Thank You for Selectin g g g g g g g g g g Operator Owner's Manual 2 The Powerful QUIET BLOW ® BLOWER 3 Specifications ACCESSORIES GUST ADJUSTER KIT P/N 400685 Increases blowing distance and blowing control. DEFLEC[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A THIS SYMBOL MEANS W ARNING OR CAUTION. DEA TH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPER TY DAMAGE MA Y OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULL Y . BEFORE ST AR TING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERST AND THE “ENTIRE OPERA T OR'S MANUAL & EN- GINE MANUAL.” 13. DO NOT tamper with governor springs, governor links [...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 3 of 16 For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine. Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. Use of Eye and breathing protection is recom[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A Page 4 of 16 4 Check Owner's Manual 430149 Literature QB 1601 Accessories 400909 Check Check Warranty Card 400972 Check EU Declaration of Conformity & EU Distributor List 430150 Literature Checklist Owner's Manual Literature QB1601 Accessories Warranty Card EU Declaration of Conformity & EU Di[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 5 of 16 ASSEMBL Y 10 Fig. 6 Fig. 7 Fig. 8 Fig. 9 Brake Clutch Handle mounting hardware Stop switch bracket Stop switch grounding wire Mounting hardware Deflector screws Exhaust door pivot rod Jam nut Jam nut Exhaust door control Jam nut Exhaust Door Control Clutch cable Brake cable[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A 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. ENGINE SPEED: Controlled by throttle lever on the handle. Under normal conditions, operate at minimum throttle to accomplish your current cleaning task.[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 7 of 16 16 OPERA TION continued PROPULSION self propelled only 16.6 PROPULSION: QB1601 self-propelled blowers are equipped with 5 forward gears, neutral and reverse. (see T ABLE 1 below) With the engine running, and the bail in released position select desired drive gear .(see Fig. 4) Pull bail against han[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A Page 8 of 16 18 P ARTS DRA WING QB1601, QB1601SP[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 9 of 16 18 P AR TS DRA WING QB1601, QB1601SP[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A Page 10 of 16 19 P ARTS LIST Continued QB1601 QB1601SP QTY QTY Description Item No. 1 ENGINE 16 HP V ANGUARD 811057 1 811057 1 2 3 GRILL SCROLL W . A. 400652 1 400652 1 4 FRAME FRONT WHEEL W .A. 400656 1 400656 1 5 SCREW CAP 1/4-20 x 2-1/4” *8041011 1 *8041011 3 6 NUT LOCK 1/4-20 *8160001 1 *8160001 6 7 W ASH[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 11 of 16 19 P ARTS LIST Continued QB1601 QB1601SP QTY QTY 10 0 LABEL OIL CHAIN - - 830502 1 10 1 LABEL SHIFT - - 830237 1 10 2 WHEEL TIRE ASSY 16” 850147 2 - - WHEEL & TIRE ASSY 16” SP - - 850229 2 10 3 LABEL 1601 430114 1 430114 1 10 4 WASHER LOCK 1/4 SPLIT 8177010 12 8177010 15 10 5 GUARD CLUTCH [...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A P ARTS LIST Continued QB1601 QB1601SP QTY QTY 17 0 SCREW CAP 5/16-18 x 1” GR. 5 400912 4 400912 4 171 17 2 LABEL W ARNING OPEI 400424 1 400424 1 17 3 LABEL DANGER FL YING MA TERIAL 810736 1 810736 1 17 4 LABEL EAR EYE BREA THING 890254 1 890254 1 17 5 LABEL DO NOT FILL WHEN ENGINE IS HOT 400268 1 400268 1 17 [...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 13 of 16 MAINTENANCE Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or any kind of repair . DISCONNECT SP ARK PLUG WIRE BEFORE SERVICING UNIT . W ARNING: TO A VOID PERSONAL INJURY , AL W A YS TURN MACHINE OFF , MAKE SURE ALL MOVING P ARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP . ENGINE: See engine manufac[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A Page 14 of 16 MAINTENANCE continued 17 Clear intake screens on housing and engine throughout use. Inspect machine for loose bolts before starting engine. Lubrication: Using S.A.E. 30 weight oil or equivalent. See maintenance schedule. Chain: See SP section below . Lower Control Ends : Oil moving parts, such as [...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 10 802A Page 15 of 16 Jam nut Bearing Bolt Chain tensioner bolt Jam nut Chain tensioner bolt Bearing Bolt Fig. 11 1 7.3 DRIVE continued Stop Switch (Item 118) on engine (push) or on handle (SP) 17.5 ST OP SWITCH & WIRING DIAGRAM Fig. 12 Spark Plug Spark Plug[...]

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    Part No. 430149 Fo rm No . F1 1 0802A C E 9 5 Page 16 of 16 Solution Problem TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions 20 Possible Cause Purchased from Purchase Date Engine Service and W arranty Contact your nearest engine manufacturer's authorized servicing dealer. 22.1 21 Serial Plate R ecord your machine model, seri[...]