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Patent #6,253,416 and other patents pending BILLY GOAT FORCE BLOWER Accessories HOLD DOWN KIT To secure blower for transportation on trailer floors. P/N 440120 Part No 440179 FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner’s Manual F1801V Owner's Manual PARKING BRAKE Effective and Easy to use to prevent blower from rolling.
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.
In compliance with 2000/14/EEC standards Sound at Operator’s ears Vibration at operator position Part No 440179 FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner’s Manual B & S VANGUARD F1801V 18 HP (13.42kW) 3564420224E9 9 qt. (8.52L) 1.75 qt. (1.66L) 179 # (81.2Kg) 58"(1.43m) 29.25”...
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 FORCE Blower. This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this equipment.
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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.
FORCE BLOWER Owner’s Manual SOUND 117 dB 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.
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.
® 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.
Two ½” open ended wrenches Part No 440179 FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner’s Manual Figure B The throttle control and Aim-and-Shoot to the throttle arm on the engine and wrapped around the engine for shipping.
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.
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FORCE BLOWER 18 Owner’s Manual 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.
(step 6). 5. If the 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.
Warranty Claim. • The distributor service manager will sign off on the claim and submit it to BILLY GOAT for consideration. • The Technical Service Department at BILLY GOAT will study the claim and may request parts to be returned for examination.