Blakeslee BB1224 Service Manual

BB914

BB2016

OWNER'S MANUAL

MODELS BB914, BB2016 and BB1224

BURNISHERS

BLAKESLEE

1841 South Laramie Avenue

Chicago, IL 60650

Phone: [phone]

BB1224

BLAKESLEE

66 Crockford Boulevard

Scarborough Ontario. Canada M1 R 3C3

Phone: [phone]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 INTRODUCTION 1

1-1 General 1
1-2 Description 1
1-3 Specifications 1

SECTION 2 INSTALLATION 3

2-1 Unpacking the Unit 3
2-2 Installation 4

SECTION 3 OPERATION 7

3-1 General 7
3-2 Preparing Compound Solution 7
3-3 Operation 7
3-4 Draining and Cleaning the Unit 8

SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE 9

4-1 Daily 9
4-2 Monthly 9
4-3 Bi-Monthly 9
4-4 Replacing Tub Drain Screen 9
4-5 Media Replacement 10
4-6 Motor Belt Replacement and Adjustment 10
4-7 Converting "V" Belt Drive to "O- Ring" Drive 10
4-8 Eccentric Bearing Replacement 11
4-9 Media Tub Replacement 12
4-10 Compound Pump 13
4-11 Drive Motor Rotation 13
4-12 Wiring Diagrams and Schematics 13
4-13 Troubleshooting 14

SECTION 5 ILLUSTRATED PARTS LIST 15

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1-1. GENERAL

This manual covers Installation, Operation, and Maintenance
Instructions and Illustrated Parts Lists for Blakeslee Burnishers ­Models BB914, BB2016 and BB1224.

1-2. DESCRIPTION

The Blakeslee Burnisher uses a special procelain ceramic

1-3. SPECIFICATIONS

SECTION 1

INTRODUCTION

burnishing media and chemical compound that restores luster to
stainless steel, silver, pewter, etc.

These procelain ceramic burnishing balls are 1/3 lighter than steel
balls, consequently all types of flat and hollow ware items can be
burnished without damage. Knives and other items are not dulled
no matter how long they remain in the machine.

Motor 1/2 H.P., 3450 RPM 1 H.P., 3450 RPM 1 H.P., 3450 RPM

Compound Pump P:AAA (Constant) 6 GPH P:AAA (Constant) 6 GPH* P:AAA (Constant) 6 GPH*

Media Capacity 40Lbs 160 Lbs 160 Lbs

Weight 140 Lbs, w/o media 265 Lbs, w/o media 265 Lbs, w/o media

Dimensions

Power Requirement 6 amp 115V 12amp 115V 12amp 115V

Tub Opening 9"x 14" 20"x 16" 12"x24"

*Compound pumps on later model burnishers operate in conjunction with a 1 minute timer. When the burnisher is initially turned on,

the pump will run for 2 minutes, then turn off.

BB914 BB2016 BB1224

20-3/4" 1 x 1 5-3/4"

35-5/8" h

20" 1 x 23" w x 35" h 37" 1 x 25" w x 30" h

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2-1. UNPACKING THE UNIT

1. Remove unit from shipping carton (See fig. 2-1.)

2. Lift unit from skid.

3. MODEL BB914. Remove media bags stowed in tub.

MODELS BB2016 and BB1224. Remove media bags stowed
inside skid. (See fig. 2-2.)

4. MODELS BB914 and BB2016. To remove rear cover, push
in and turn quick disconnect screws 1/4 turn
counterclockwise. (See fig. 2-3.)

MODEL BB1224. To open front doors, push in and turn quick
disconnect screws 1 /4 turn counter-clockwise. (See fig. 2-4.)

5. Remove compound tank from unit. (See fig. 2-5.) Remove
packing material and compound from tank.

SECTION 2

INSTALLATION

Figure 2-2. Location of Media Bags (Models BB2016 and

BB1224)

Figure 2-1. Model BB2016 with Shipping Carton Removed Figure 2-3. Removing Rear Cover (Model BB2016)

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MODEL BB1224. Place unit in desired operating location
(near floor drain if possible). Level machine by loosening
jam nut on adjustable feet and screwing feet in or out until
unit is level. (See fig. 2-7.)

Figure 2-4. Model BB1224 with Front Doors Open

2. Be sure that compression springs are positioned
correctly between upper and lower bumpers. (See fig. 2-

8.)

Figure 2-6. Installing Casters (Model BB2016)

Figure 2-5. Compound Tank Removed (Model 2016)

2-2. INSTALLATION

1. MODELS BB914 and BB2016. Lay unit on its side on

some of the foam packaging (to prevent scratching the
finish) and install casters to bottom of unit. (See fig. 2-6.)

NOTE: One of the casters has a brake (large wing type nut

on side of wheel). The most convenient location for
the brake caster is the corner directly under the motor
starting switch. (See fig. 2-5.)

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Figure 2-7. Adjustable Foot (Model BB1224)

Figure 2-8. Compression Springs Properly Positioned

3. Check the following to make sure nothing has come loose
during shipment:

A. Drain hose assembly attached to tub.

B. Compound hose connected to compound pump and

tub.

C. Cords, hoses clear of motor belts.

4. Check Motor 0-ring belts for correct installation and
tension (see fig. 2-9). If belt deflection is not approximately
1/2 inch, adjust as described in MOTOR BELT
REPLACEMENT AND ADJUSTMENT (paragraph 4-6).

5. Uncoil motor cable and place on floor next to unit.

6. Install compound tank in unit and place compound pump
in recess in bottom of tank. (See fig. 2-10.)

7. Place end of tub drain hose in compound tank.

8. Clean inside of media tub with a cloth dampened in
menthal alcohol.

Figure 2-10. Compound Pump Installed In Tank

9. Open bag(s) and empty media into tub (approximately
two level inches below compound inlet to tub). (See fig. 2-

11.)

10. If unit is to be put into service immediately, refer to
operating instructions. If unit is not to be put into service
immediately, replace cover.

Figure 2-9. Checking Belt Tension Figure 2-11. Emptying Media Bags Into Tub

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3-1. GENERAL

Before putting unit in operation, be sure all steps outlined in
installation instructions have been covered.

NOTE: On initial start-up, it is desirable to flush media

before initial use. This is accomplished by going
thru steps described in paragraph 3-2 and
running unit for approximately 1/2 hour, then
draining the unit by following steps
described in paragraph 3-4.

IMPORTANT

USE ONLY BLAKESLEE SPECIAL COMPOUND. USE OF
OTHER COMPOUND MAY GIVE INCOMPLETE OR
UNSATISFACTORY RESULTS. IN SOME CASES
DAMAGE TO FINE SILVER COULD OCCUR.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ITEMS BE
PLACED OR SOAKED IN DETAR-NISHING SOLUTION
BEFORE BEING PLACED IN BURNISHER.

SECTION 3

OPERATION

3-2. PREPARING COMPOUND SOLUTION

(See fig. 3-1.)

1. MODEL BB914. Remove rear cover and add one oz. of
compound to compound tank.

MODEL BB2016. Remove rear cover and add two oz. of
compound to compound tank.

MODEL BB1224. Open front door and add two oz. of
compound to compound tank.

2. Be sure end of tub drain hose is in compound tank and
external drain hose is held in vertical position by the clip
(BB1224 only).

3. Fill compound tank with water to full line (approximately

1 -1/2 inch from top of tank).

3-3. OPERATION

1. MODELS BB914 and BB2016. Replace rear cover. Place
unit in desired operating position and lock brake on caster
located under ON-OFF switch.

Figure 3-1. Adding Special Blakeslee Compound to Tank

(Models 914 & 2016)

2. Plug power supply cord into any convenient 115V outlet.

NOTE: Model BB914 requires 6 amp 115V circuit.

Models BB2016 and BB1224 require 12 amp
115V circuit.

3. MODEL BB914 and EARLY MODELS BB2016.
Turn unit on. Motor and compound pump will continue to

run as long as switch is in the ON position.

MODEL BB1224 and LATE MODELS BB2016.
Turn unit on. Compound pump will run for approximately

two minutes then stop automatically. This charge is
adequate for 6 hours of operation under normal operating
conditions.

NOTE: If unit is turned off for any reason, wait 10

minutes before restarting.

4. Deposit washed items in Burnisher tub.

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