Blower Operator Owner's Manual

ManualsBrandsBilly Goat ManualsBlowerQB1004, QB884H, QB1304H, QB994S, QB654, QB1304HBW, QB554HC

Part No. 430316 Form No. F012203A

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Specifications

UNIT SIZE: OVERALL LENGTH: 51.75"(1.31m) OVERALL WIDTH 28.5" (0.72m) OVERALL HEIGHT 39" (0.99m)

Thank You for Selecting

Operator Owner's Manual

The Powerful QUIET BLOW® BLOWER

QB554HC, QB654, QB884H, QB994S, QB1004, QB1304H,QB1304HBW

For Models:

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

To improve maneuverability

on hard paved surfaces.

CASTER KIT

P/N 430291

For use on truck or trailer to

provide quick hold down for your

QB. (QB884H/1004/1304H only)

HOLD DOWN KIT

P/N 430299

Patent No. 6253416

(International only)

QB554HC QB654 QB884H QB994S QB1004 QB1304H QB1304HBW

Engine: HP 5.0 HP (3.73 kW) 6.5 HP (4.85 kW) 8.0 HP (5.97 kW) 9.0 HP (6.7 kW) 10.0HP (7.45kW) 13.0HP (9.69kW) 13.0HP (9.69kW)

Engine:Type HONDA OHC B&S OHV HONDA OHV SUBARU OHV B & S INTEK I/C HONDA OHV HONDA OHV

Engine: Fuel cap. 2.1 qt. (2.0 L) 3.0 qt. (2.9 L) 6.4 qt. (6.1 L) 6.4 qt. (6.1 L) 4.0 qt. (3.8 L) 7.4 qt. ( 7.0 L) 7.4 qt. ( 7.0 L)

Engine: Oil Cap. 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 0.63 qt. (0.6 L) 1.16 qt. (1.1 L) 1.05 qt. (1.0 L) 0.875 qt.(0.8L) 1.2 qt.(1.13L) 1.2 qt.(1.13L)

Weight: Unit 98 # (44.5 Kg) 104 # (47.3 Kg) 136 # (61.7 Kg) 129 # (58.6 Kg) 136 # (61.7 Kg) 152 # (68.9 Kg) 162 # (73.6 Kg)

Weight: Shipping 115 # (52.3 Kq) 121 # (55.0 Kq) 155 # (70.3 Kq) 148 # (67.3 Kq) 155 # (70.3 Kq) 169 # (76.7 Kg) 179 # (81.4 Kg)

Summary of content (12 pages)

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2 1 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES CASTER KIT P/N 430291 To improve maneuverability on hard paved surfaces. HOLD DOWN KIT P/N 430299 For use on truck or trailer to provide quick hold down for your QB. (QB884H/1004/1304H only) Thank You for Selecting The Powerful QUIET BLOW® BLOWER Patent No. 6253416 Operator Owner's Manual For Models: QB554HC, QB654, QB884H, QB994S, QB1004, QB1304H,QB1304HBW Specifications 3 QB554HC Engine: HP Engine:Type Engine: Fuel cap. Engine: Oil Cap.
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5 IN THE INTEREST OF SAFETY BEFORE STARTING ENGINE, READ AND UNDERSTAND THE “ENTIRE OPERATOR'S MANUAL & ENGINE MANUAL.” THIS SYMBOL MEANS WARNING OR CAUTION. DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE MAY OCCUR UNLESS INSTRUCTIONS ARE FOLLOWED CAREFULLY. WARNING! The engine exhaust from this product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. WARNING: DO NOT 1. DO NOT run engine in an enclosed area.
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9 GENERAL SAFETY For your safety and the safety of others, these directions should be followed: Do not operate this machine without first reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. Use of Ear Protection is recommended while operating this machine. Use of Eye and breathing protection is recommended when using this machine, especially in dry and dusty conditions. 10 ASSEMBLY Read all safety and operating instructions before assembling or starting this unit.
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PARTS BAG & LITERATURE ASSY 12 13 CONTROLS PARTS BAG ASSEMBLY CHECKLIST Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 1 1/4 8041029 Qty. 1 14 Check Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 1 3/4 8041031 Qty. 1 (8/10/13 hp) Qty. 2 (5/6.5 hp) 17 Throttle Control / Gust Control Literature Checklist 19 Washer 1/2 SAE 8172011 Qty. 1 Owner's Manual 430316 Start Quiet Blow ﬁ Series Blowers 58 Stop STOP START 22 Check Washer 5/16 FLAT CUT 8171003 Qty. 1 Screw Cap 5/16-18 x 2 1/2 8041034 Qty.
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16 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. INTENDED USE: This machine is designed for cleaning outdoor surfaces, where the debris can be effectively blown into a consolidated area for convenient pickup and removal.
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16 OPERATION continued Side Discharge Down Position This position directs the air stream down at the ground to allow the operator to deliver the maximum power to debris that is stuck or difficult to remove. This position is also very useful for cleaning out cracks and expansion joints in pavement. 16.4 ADJUSTING AIR DIRECTOR When you lock the lever, the default position of air director is in the middle or straight out.
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17 MAINTENANCE Use only a qualified mechanic for any adjustments, disassembly or any kind of repair . WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COMPLETE STOP. 17.3 1. Wait for engine to cool and disconnect spark plug. 2. Remove front wheel (item 23),and front wheel bracket (item 27). 3. Remove housing front plate (item 4), by removing nine (9) screws (item 12), around outside of front plate. 4. Remove impeller bolt and lock washer.
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17 MAINTENANCE continued AIR FILTER COVER REMOVAL INSTRUCTION (BRIGGS AND STRATTON) Removing the air filter cover (for air filter change and throttle control installation) 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Remove the locknut and the screwcap holding the front part of the handle brace. 3. Remove the screw from the front of the air filter cover (fig 1). 4. Remove the air filter cover by leaning the top of the cover back towards the lower handle and lifting it up (fig 2).
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17 MAINTENANCE continued AIR FILTER COVER REMOVAL INSTRUCTION (HONDA 8 and 13 H.P.) Removing the air filter cover (for air filter change and throttle control installation) 1. Disconnect spark plug wire. 2. Remove the wingnut on the top of the air cleaner cover (fig. 1). 3. Remove the air filter cover by leaning the air cleaner cover towards the left side of the machine then remove (fig 2). Figure 2 Figure 1 THROTTLE CONTROL CABLE INSTALLATION Briggs & Stratton Engine 1.
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18 PARTS DRAWING QB554HC, QB654, QB884H, QB994S, QB1004, QB1304H, QB1304HBW Part No. 430316 Page 10 of 12 Form No.
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(International only) 19 ITEM PARTS LIST 1 DESCRIPTION QB554HC QB654 QB884H PART NO QTY QB994S PART NO QTY QB1004 PART NO QTY QB1304H PART NO QTY QB1304HBW PART NO QTY PART NO QTY PART NO QTY ENGINE - 13HP HONDA - - - - - - - - - - 430366 1 430366 1 ENGINE - 10 HP BRIGGS & STRATTON INTEK - - - - - - - - 430352 1 - - - - ENGINE - 8 HP HONDA - - - - 400937 1 - - - - - - - - 430272 1 - - - - - - - - - - - - ENGINE - 5.
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TROUBLESHOOTING 20 Problem Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions Solution Possible Cause Poor air performance Air intake or exhaust clogged. Abnormal vibration. Loose or out of balance impeller or loose engine. Check impeller and replace if required. Check Engine. Engine will not start. Stop switch off. Throttle in off position. Engine not in full choke position. Out of gasoline. Bad or old gasoline. Spark Plug wire disconnected. Dirty air cleaner.