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Billy Goat FM3301, FM3301E Owner's Manual

Billy Goat FM3301, FM3301E Owner's Manual

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BILLY GOAT FINISH MOWER
Mulching Kit
Reduces lawn
clippings to fine
nutrient-rich
particles that filter
down to the soil.
P/N 520144
Part No 520187
FM Owner's Manual
Owner's Manual
FM3301 & FM3301E
Patent Number: D494985
Accessories
Grass Catcher Kit
Easily convert your
mower to bag
grass and leaves.
P/N 520142
1
Transaxle Guard
Kit
To protect the
transaxle from
accidental contact
from concrete
curbs or other
hazards.
P/N 520155
Form No F071406A

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  • Page 1 BILLY GOAT FINISH MOWER Mulching Kit Reduces lawn clippings to fine nutrient-rich particles that filter down to the soil. P/N 520144 Part No 520187 FM Owner’s Manual Owner's Manual FM3301 & FM3301E Patent Number: D494985 Accessories Grass Catcher Kit Easily convert your mower to bag grass and leaves.

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    ABOUT THIS MANUAL THANK YOU for purchasing a BILLY GOAT manufactured to provide years of reliable and productive service. This manual provides complete operating and maintenance instructions that will help to maintain your machine in top running order. Read this manual carefully before assembling, operating, or servicing your equipment.

  • Page 3: Serial Plate Data And Specifications

    SERIAL PLATE DATA Record the model number, serial number, date of purchase, and where purchased. Purchase Date: Purchased From: Specifications Engine: HP Engine: Model Engine: Type Engine: Fuel Capacity Engine: Oil Capacity Total Unit Weight: Max. operating slope Overall length Overall width Overall height Lwa at operator position...

  • Page 4: General Safety

    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 FM Mower. This symbol indicates the engine oil level should be checked before operating this equipment.
  • Page 5 WARNING: IMPORTANT! This cutting machine is capable of amputating hands and feet and throwing objects. Failure to observe the following safety instructions could result in serious injury or death. 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.

  • Page 6: Vibration Data

    SOUND 108 dB(a) Sound tests were conducted in accordance with 2000/14/EEC, and were performed on 8-15-2003 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.

  • Page 7: Instruction Labels

    INSTRUCTION LABELS The labels shown below were installed on your BILLY GOAT 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.

  • Page 8: Packing Checklist

    PACKING CHECKLIST Your Billy Goat Mower is shipped from the factory in one crate, completely assembled except for the handles and console assembly. READ all safety instructions before assembling unit. TAKE CAUTION when removing the unit from the box. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING PARTS BAG &...

  • Page 9: Assembly

    ASSEMBLY NOTE: All item numbers called out in the assembly, operation, and maintenance sections of this manual can be found on Parts List (pages 15-18). 1. Cut and remove the nylon retaining straps (see figure 11-1). 2. With the console and handle assembly positioned as shown in Figure 11-3, insert the shift linkage rod (Item 31) into the shift linkage connector (Item 54).

  • Page 10: Operation

    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.

  • Page 11: Cutting Operation

    CUTTING OPERATION CAUTION: Shut off the blades when crossing gravel drives, walks or roads and under all conditions where thrown objects might be a hazard. CLEARING A CLOGGED CUTTING DECK: Turn engine off and wait for blade to stop completely. Disconnect spark plug wire. Wearing durable gloves, remove clog.

  • Page 12: Blade Clutch

    BLADE CLUTCH The FM mower blade clutch is controlled by an operator presence control. To engage the blade, depress the operator’s left hand control lever against operator’s handle. The blades are disengaged by releasing this lever. (See figure 16-5) NOTE: The blade clutch must be either fully engaged for cutting or fully disengaged to bring the blades to a stop.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE ERIODIC AINTENANCE Periodic maintenance should be performed at the following intervals: Maintenance Operation Inspect for loose, worn or damaged parts. Check for excessive vibration Inspect belt for wear Engine (See Engine Manual) Grease caster pivot points and lubricate height adjustment spacers Sharpen Blade Lubricate pivot points of all three control levers...

  • Page 14: Belt Replacement

    Use only original equipment belts for replacement. Billy Goat uses only premium quality, Kevlar corded and coated belts in your unit. Substitute belts do not meet the design and performance requirements for your unit, and will greatly reduce machine performance and belt life.

  • Page 15: Cable Adjustments

    BELT REPLACEMENT continued Tools required: 1/2 Wrench or ratchet and 1/2 inch socket, adequate support for machine. 1. Remove the Blade Drive Belt (Steps 1-10: Blade Drive Belt Replacement Procedure). 2. Assure that spark plug wire is disconnected. 3. Support rear of unit to allow access to underside of the machine near the rear. Note: Unit is heavy.

  • Page 16: Brake Puck Replacement

    BRAKE PUCK REPLACEMENT Tools Required: 5/32” Allen wrench; 3/8” wrench. 1. Remove the spark plug wire. 2. Remove the belt deck cover. 3. Remove the brake spring (A) and control cable spring (B) (see figure 17-10). 4. Remove the blade drive belt (C) from the drive pulley (D). 5.

  • Page 17: Warranty Claim Procedure

    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.

  • Page 18: Illustrated Parts & Parts Lists

    PARTS DRAWING FM Part No 520187 FM Owner’s Manual Form No F071406A...

  • Page 19: Parts List

    PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION BUSHING BRONZE LABEL DANGER FLY LABEL W ARNING LABEL HGT. GUIDELINE SPRING EXHAUST CHUTE LABEL W ARNING MOW ER BLADE 11.88” LYNCH PIN 3/16” X 1 9/16 W HEEL AND TIRE 8” ASSY. BELT SPINDLE DRIVE SPINDLE ASSY FM W ASHER 1/2 INNER TOOTH SCREW CAP 1/2-20X1.25...
  • Page 20 PARTS DRAWING FM Battery is not included Part No 520187 FM Owner’s Manual Form No F071406A...
  • Page 21 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION LABEL DO NOT FILL HOT W ASHER SPLIT LOCK 3/8" W ASHER 5/16" TW ISTED LK. BOX BATTERY ASSY SCREW SOCKET #10 X 1” BOLT SHOULDER 1/2” X 2” IDLER PLASTIC 4” X 0.375 ENGINE 13 HP B&S SPACER NYLON BRAKE BRKT CLUTCH CABLE FM PULLEY IDLER BLADE DRIVE...
  • Page 22 FM Owner’s Manual PARTS DRAWING FM TO CONSOLE BRAKE CABLE BELT LAYOUT ENGINE PULLEY BLADE CLUTCH IDLER PULLEY SPINDLE PULLEY 156 158 DECK DRIVE PULLEY Part No 520187 Form No F071406A...
  • Page 23 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION BELT TRANS DRIVE FM BELT BLADE DRIVE FM SPRING TORSION WIRE TRANSAXLE 5SPD FM BRACKET T-AXLE SUPPORT BOLT SHOULDER 1/2” X 2” SPRING BRAKE PULLEY 5” OD “A” SEC. FM SHIFT LINKGAGE WA FM BRKT IDLER GRND DRIVE BASE ENGINE W/INSERTS BRACKET BELT GUIDE DRV GROMMET RUBBER 1”...
  • Page 24 PARTS DRAWING FM Part No 520187 FM Owner’s Manual TO TRANS. Form No F071406A...
  • Page 25 PARTS LIST ITEM DESCRIPTION PALNUTS 3/8” KNOB 1/2” THREAD LABEL CLUTCH DRIVE LABEL BLADE DRIVE GRIP HANDLE 1” x 7” SWITCH ELECTRIC W/ NUT SPRING COMPRESSOR 1/2” CONTROL THROTTLE POS ROD SHIFT LINKGAGE BAR HANDLE BRACE FM HANDLE RH FM LABEL CONSOLE LABEL READ MANUAL SHIFT LOCK HANDLE FM WA...

  • Page 26: Accessories

    ACCESSORIES GRASS CATCHER KIT P/N 520142 Purpose: Easily convert your mower to bag grass and leaves. I T E M D E S C R I P T I O N N O . G R A S S C A T C H E R W IR E F R A M E G R A S S G R A S S C A T C H E R...

  • Page 27: Maintenance Record

    FM Owner’s Manual MAINTENANCE RECORD Date Service Performed Part No 520187 Form No F071406A...
  • Page 28 FM Owner’s Manual BRUSH CUTTER FORCE BLOWER AERATOR If you liked this product please feel free to view our full line of quality lawn care, renovation, and debris removal products at www.billygoat.com QL VACUUM MULTI VACUUM POWER RAKE Part No 520187 Form No F071406A...

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