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Thank You for Selecting
The Powerful Self-Propelled Billy Goat Mower
Operator Owner's Manual
FM3300 & FM3300E
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Accessories
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Specifi cations
Mulching Kit
FM3300 FM3300E
P/N 520144
Reduces lawn clippings to fi ne nutrient-rich par-
Engine: HP 13.0 HP (9.7 kW) 13.0 HP (9.7 kW)
ticles that fi lter down to the soil.
Engine:Type B&S INTEK OHV B&S INTEK OHV ELECTRIC START
Engine: Fuel cap. 3.0 qt. (2.8 L) 3.0 qt. (2.8 L)
Grass Catcher Kit
Engine: Oil C
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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. 12. DO NOT run engine at excessive speeds. because contact may cause burns. WARNING
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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 fi rst reading owner's manual and engine manufacturer's manual. DO NOT: Do not mow near drop-offs, ditches, or embankments. The opera- Use of Ear Protection is recommended while tor could lose footing or balance. operating this machine. Do not mow excessively steep slopes. Use of Eye and Breathing protection is recom- mended when
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.. .. 11 ASSEMBLY 8. Insert one of the handle mounting bolts (Item 102) with Hex. lock washer Read all safety and operating instructions (Item 6) through the rear handle mounting hole of the right side handle, before assembling or starting this unit. and screw it into the rear handle mounting hole on the right side of engine base chassis (Item 61). Repeat this procedure for the left side using the left handle. PUT OIL IN ENGINE BEFORE STARTING. 9.On each side of the mower, insert one of
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Part No: 5200048 12 LITERATURE ASSY P/N 520137 520156 Literature Checklist 33" TRIPLE BLADE ELECTRIC START MODEL Roll Pin 1/4" x 1" long Qty 1 Check Check Warranty Owner's Owner's Warranty Card Manual Manual Card 400972 520141 900407 Ty Wrap Qty 4 13 CONTROLS Throttle Control Speed Control 5th gear (Transport- 33" TRIPLE BLADE 33" TRIPLE BLADE MOWER ing Speed): LIft up on TRANSPORT ONLY the lever then push LIFT THEN PULL TO REVERSE 5 to engage in the 5th 4 gear. CHOKE 3 Rev: LI
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Part No: 520079 Part No: 520048 15 INSTRUCTION LABELS These labels should be included on your Billy Goat Finish Mower. If any of these labels are damaged, replace them before putting this equipment into operation. Item and part numbers are given to help in ordering replacement labels.. WARNING WARNING PATENT EXPLOSIVE FUEL STOP ENGINE AND ALLOW TO COOL BEFORE REFUELING. PENDING PART NO. 500183 Label Do Not Fill While Engine Is Hot Label Ear Eye Breathing Label Warning Guards Label Patent Pendi
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16 OPERATION INTENDED USE: This unit is mainly designed for cutting 16.2 CUTTING OPERATION grass. Some overgrown weeds, and taller grass may also be cut. Be sure to inspect work area and machine before CAUTION: Stop Blade when crossing gravel drives, operating. Make sure that all operators of this equipment walks or roads and under all conditions where thrown are trained in general machine use and safety. objects might be a hazard. Like all mechanical tools, reasonable care must be CLEA
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16 OPERATION continued 16.3 CUTTING HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT CAUTION: DO NOT make cutting height adjustment when engine is running. Cutting height can be adjusted from 1.5" to 4" by placing spacers above or below caster spindles. For easiest adjust- ment change the height on one side at a time. To change cutting height, tilt the unit back, remove lynch pin, remove all spacers then set if off to the side, remove caster rig, add or subtract spacers, reinstall caster rig, place remainder of spacers
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16 OPERATION continued 16.5 PROPULSION 16.6 HILLSIDE MOWING This unit is self-propelled, and is controlled by an operator presence control. To engage the wheel drive, first push down on the BRAKE RELEASE lever on HILL the right side, then lift the operator's DRIVE lever on the right side against operator's handle. The drive is disengaged by releasing the lower lever. (see fi gure 16-6). Push and hold the Brake lever to free wheel. brake release lever - down to release operator's handl
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17 MAINTENANCE Use only a qualifi ed mechanic for any DISCONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE adjustments, disassembly or any kind BEFORE SERVICING UNIT. of repair . WARNING: TO AVOID PERSONAL INJURY, RECONNECT SPARK PLUG WIRE, ALWAYS TURN MACHINE OFF, MAKE SURE AND ALL GUARDS BEFORE STARTING ALL MOVING PARTS COME TO A COM- ENGINE. PLETE STOP. Note: Blade, blade brake puck, transaxle brake, and drive belts are normal wear items.
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17 MAINTENANCE continued Blade Drive Control Cable Adjustment 17.1 CABLE ADJUSTMENTS When the blade drive control lever is depressed, the blades should turn and the blade drive belt should not slip. When the CAUTION: DO NOT make cable adjustment cable is properly adjusted the tension spring on the end of the control cable will open slightly (only enough for a piece of paper when engine is running. Disconnect spark plug to slip between the coils). See fi gure 17-3. wire before making any
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17 MAINTENANCE continued 17.4 BLADE REMOVAL / SHARPENING 17.5 BELT REPLACEMENT When replacing one belt the other should be inspected for NOTE: When sharpening the blade it is a good idea to wear and replaced if worn. It is good practice to change check the balance of the blade. A properly balanced blade both belts when either is worn beyond use. Use only original will increase life of the bearings and other components. equipment belts for replacement. Billy Goat uses only premium qual
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17 MAINTENANCE continued 17.5 BELT REPLACEMENT continued Blade Drive Belt Replacement continued 13. Reinstall the left and right belt guide fi ngers under the engine base using all fasteners in the exact order they were removed. NOTE: Before installing the fasteners inspect them for wear and replace as necessary. 14. Torque the four engine bolts to 40 ft-lbs. Note: With clutch levers engaged, be sure belt guides do not touch belts after installation. 15. Observe the idler pulley when t
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17 MAINTENANCE continued 17.6 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 fi gure 17-10). 4. Remove the blade drive belt (C) from the drive pulley (D). 5. Using a 3/8” wrench and 5/32” allen wrench, remove the nuts from the #10 puck retaining bolts (see fi gure17-11). 6. Remove the brake puck. 7. Remove the bolts from the puck. Note: The
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18 PARTS DRAWING FM3300 & FM3300E DECK ASSEMBLY 7 38 127 126 173 172 1 171 53 126 5 169 38 42 23 166 174 145 168 170 62 24 20 46 147 164 165 139 171 65 163 173 17 16 172 155 168 41 2 171 130 167 119 21 127 179 81 178 175 155 151 144 144 151 56 71 144 180 126 5 151 144 87 103 18 35 33 ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY NO. PART NO. PART NO. NO. PART NO. PART NO. 1 BUSHING PIVOT 360183 4 360183 4 126 BOLT CARRIAGE 3/8-16X1” ZP 8024058 5
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18 PARTS DRAWING FM3300 & FM3300E ENGINE ASSEMBLY 183 Battery is not included 123 89 96 40 IV IV III III II I II 104 140 I 4 13 91 144 151 151 147 50 178 102 37 116 83 51 44 184 55 137 36 151 36 143 187 148 6 9 58 182 120 138 143 151 151 59 86 29 137 144 125 184 83 49 92 143 181 6 144 150 144 159 102 93 118 85 90 151 137 111 109 106 ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY NO. PART NO. PART NO. NO. PART NO. PART NO. 4 LABEL DO NOT FILL HOT 4002
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18 PARTS DRAWING FM3300 & FM3300E DRIVE ASSEMBLY 125 147 70 25 144 176 150 57 142 151 36 129 108 70 TO CONSOLE 105 127 142 73 143 124 BRAKE CABLE 61 132 39 150 63 110 143 54 27 101 160 141 150 112 BELT LAYOUT 157 48 105 152 19 156 48 ENGINE PULLEY 150 186 132 162 155 26 188 158 22 155 162 BLADE CLUTCH IDLER PULLEY SPINDLE PULLEY 158 156 160 150 DECK DRIVE PULLEY 110 136 ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY NO. PART NO. PART NO. NO. PART NO.
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18 PARTS DRAWING FM3300 & FM3300E HANDLE ASSEMBLY 74 99 95 150 150 98 113 100 3 134 10 8 47 68 14 154 75 143 28 143 60 150 82 135 123 79 52 121 114 34 67 116 150 144 77 76 3 153 143 150 80 122 12 143 135 97 77 150 177 143 150 154 69 117 113 32 143 11 78 30 32 123 66 185 72 31 121 TO TRANS. ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY ITEM DESCRIPTION FM3300E QTY FM3300 QTY NO. PART NO. PART NO. NO. PART NO. PART NO. 3 PALNUTS 3/8” 360218 2 360218 2 79 GRIP LEVER ORANGE 520098 1 520098
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19 ACCESSORIES 19.1 GRASS CATCHER KIT 520142 Purpose: Easily convert your mower to bag grass and leaves. 1 4 10 3 10 2 5 9 11 7 8 6 Item No. Part No. Description Qty 1 520012 GRASS CATCHER BAG 1 2 520038 WIRE FRAME GRASS CATCHER FM 1 3 520069 GRASS CATCHER MOUNT WA FM 1 4 520059 BRACKET GRASS CATHCER LATCH L FM 1 5 520060 BRACKET GRASS CATHCER LATCH R FM 1 6 8041006 SCREWCAP 1/4" - 20 X 1” ZP 1 7 8171002 WASHER 1/4” FC ZP 1 8 8160001 NUTLOCK 1/4" - 20 1 9 520126 WASHER #8 SAE
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20 TROUBLESHOOTING Before Requesting Service Review These Suggestions NOTE: For repairs beyond the minor adjustments listed below, contact your nearest authorized service dealer. Problem Possible Cause Solution The engine will not start 1. Engine not properly primed. 1. Prime to choke. 2. Out of gasoline or bad or old gasoline. 2. Check gasoline. 3. Spark plug wire disconnected. 3. Check for spark with an approved tester. 4. Dirty air cleaner. 4. Clean or replace air cleaner. 5. Blade Clutch is
