Burr King Manuf acturing Company. Inc. warrants the below product to be free of defects in material and workmanship. The period of
warrant y is 1 year (90 days for vibratory bowls of 20 quar t and lesser volume) from the date of purchase. No warranty is provided for
products that have been modified, abused, handle d carelessl y, where repairs have been m ade or attempted by ot hers, or for freight damage.
No warranty is provided for three phase electric motors, controllers, etc. when the motors, controllers are not protected by magnetic start ers
that were supplied and installed by Burr King Manufacturi ng Company. Inc. No other warranty, written or verbal is authorize d by Burr
King Manufact u ring Company, Inc.
During th e w arranty peri od Burr King Manufa cturing Company, Inc (or its authorized suppliers or agents) will replace or repair the below
product without char ge if the product is f ound by Burr King Manufacturing Company, Inc. to be defective. To receive warranty se rvices you must
contact Burr King Manufacturing Company, Inc. and rec eive authorization fo r w arranty ser vice. Unless otherwise aut horized by Burr King
Manufacturing Company, Inc. Products (see * below) must be returned t o the factory t o receive warranty service.
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BURR KING MFG. CO., INC.
(660) 438-8998
(800) 621-2748
FAX (660) 438-8991
April 2, 2009
1220 TAMARA LANE
WARSAW MO 65355
WWW.BURRKING.COM
LETTER OF AUTHENTICITY
This letter is to c ert ify tha t a ll B urr King Belt grinde rs , Disc grinders, Polish ing
machines Vibra King Chambers and Bowls are manuf a ctu red and assemb l ed in the
United S ta tes of America.
RE A D AN D S AV E A LL IN S T R U C T I O N S FO R F UT U R E R E FE RE N CE
1220 TAMARA LANE
WARSAW MO 65355
WWW.BURRKING.COM
960-272 Important Safety Instructions
OPERATOR, and OPERATING AREA SAFTEY
WARNING!
WHEN USING ELECTRIC TOOLS, BASIC SAFTEY PRE CA US TIONS
SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE RISK OF FIRE,
ELECTRIC SH O CK AND PERS O NAL INJUR Y.
Subject equipment includes Grinders, buffers, polishers, and other rotating equipment. Serious injury or death
may occur if minimum safe ty precautions are not unders tood, and obey ed by operators and those ot her persons
who may be in the immediate vicinity of the subject equipment. Persons who operate, or are in the immediate
vicinity of the subject equipment must be properly trained in, and use, minimum safety precautions and
procedures for s uch machinery.
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS
• Read and understand all operating instruction, manuals, labe ls, a nd other information provided with the equipment.
2. KEEP WORK AREA CLEAN
• Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries.
3. CONSIDER WORK AREA ENVIRONMENT
• Do Not expose power tools to rain
• Do Not use grinder in damp or wet locations.
• Keep work area well lit.
• Do Not use grinder in presence of flammable liquids or gases
4. GUARD AGAINST ELECTRICAL SHOCK
• Prevent body contact with grounded surfaces. For example: pipes, radiators. Disconnect from power source when
not in use. Never use if electrical cord is damaged or wet. Always keep electrical cords clear of rotating parts and belt
while in motion. Electrical installation shall be in accordance with applicable codes and regulations.
5. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY
• Do Not let visitors contact tool or cord
• All visitors should be kept away from work area
6. DRESS PROPERLY
• Do Not wear loose clothing or jewelry.
• Non-Skid footwear is recommended when working with equipment.
• Wear protective hair coverings to contain long hair.
• Wear proper attire to protect eye, hand, face, arm, leg, feet and body that is adequate to protect against flying debris,
forcibly ejec ted work pieces, broken abrasive belts, ect.
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7. USE SAFETY GLASSES
• Everyday eyewear does not feature impact resista nce lenses, and they are NOT safety glasses
8. WEAR DUST MASK
• Some dust created by grinding activities may contain chemicals known to cause cancer, birth defects or other harm.
Provide adequate ventilation.
9. SPARK AND DEBRIS ARRESTING APPARATUS
• To further reduce the exposure you may wish to connect an apparatus to the machine to contain dust and debris/spark
arresting devic e to suppress sparks thereby limiting human inhalation risk, and risk of fire or explosion
10. KEEP ALL GUARDS IN PLACE AND PROPERLY ADJUSTED
• Keep all guards in place and in working order.
• Do not reach inside the safety guards while the machine is running.
• Do not operate this machine if the gap (nip point) between a moving belt, wheel or disc and the work support surface
exceeds 1/8 inch or 3.175 mm
• Never position the work rest table at an acute angle between the top of the work rest table and the moving belt or
wheel. Doing so will create “nip point” that can cause serious injury should an operators body part become entangled
(pulled into) the nip point cr eated by this acute angle.
• Do not operate this machine if the g ap between the moving abrasive belt, disc or wheel and the adjacent face of the
work rest (or table) will permit passage of the work piece through the gap (nip point). Note, however, that certain
alloys such as titanium may create conditions where grinding debris can accumulate in a tight gap creating a potential
fire hazard. When in doubt consult with your safety officer. Failure to observe this warning may result in the work
piece or other item being caught in this gap. And/or being forcibly ejected. Failure to heed this warning may cause
serious bodily harm to the operator and/or bystanders. Never use this equipment if you are not properly trained in its
operation and/or sa fe use. If in doubt stop and ask for guidance.
11. AVOID CONTACT WITH THE BELT
• The abrasive belt when running is an aggressive cutting tool.
Use work piece holding devices when ever possible that diminish the possibility that persons will come in contact with
moving machine pieces, or spark/debris output from the machine.
12. SECURE THE GRINDER
• Bolt the grinder securely to the stand or other stable surface to avoid tipping when unit is in operation.
13. BEFORE SERVICING
• Disconnect the grinder from the power source.
14. NEVER LEAVE TOOL RUNNING UNATTENDED
• Turn power off. Don’t leave until the grinde r comes to a complete stop.
15. DO NOT USE NEAR FLAMMABLE MATERIALS
• Sparks from the grinder can cause fires.
16. HOLD MATERIAL TIGHTLY
• Always hold the work piece firmly when grinding and apply steady pressure.
• Use work piece holding devices when ever possible that diminish the possibility that persons will come in contact
with moving machine pieces, or spark/debris output from the machine.
17. DO NOT USE DAMAGED BELTS
• Belts that show wear should be discarded.
18. AVOID USING DIRECTIONAL BELTS
• Using belts with a butt joint will out perform belts that have a lap joint and also do not require directional installation.
• Lap joint style belts are prone to separation.
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19. USE ABRASIVE BELTS F RO M RES P ECTED BELT MANUFACTURES
• Not all abrasive belts are created equal. Belts that are very inexpensive are usually manufactured cheaply.
• Use abrasive belts of proper size
20. KNOW WHAT YOUR GRINDING
• Avoid mixing different metals, a lloys, and materials. To mix such materials might create a fire or explosion hazard
• Exotic materials such as titanium, magnesium, and other chemically active materials will present fire and explosion
hazards that if ignored can result in grave personal injury and/or property dama ge.
• Consult with your material supplier or other qualified expert regarding the materials on which you wish to work.
21. KEEP GRINDER MAINTAINED
• Ensure contact wheels and idler wheels are in good condition and are free from cuts or splits. If damaged parts are
found, immediately discontinue use of the grinder and order replacement parts.
• Never perform maintenance on the grinder with its electrical power source connected.
22. DO NOT USE STONE WHEELS
• The use of stone or vitreous wheels on any Burr King grinder is prohibited. The machine gu arding is not suitable for
these types of wheels. To do so will create an operator safe ty hazard.
23. ROTATIONAL SPEED WARNING, CONTACT WH EELS
Scope: Conta c t whe el s manufactu red by Bu rr Ki ng Manufa ctu ri ng Co mpany, Inc., which have rub ber or urethane
tires. Examples include but are not limited to stock codes 202, 302, 402, 502,702, 802, 902, 1002, 1202 and variants.
Variants have stock codes that begin with the base number; i.e. 802-S-55 is an 802 variant.
Users are warned not to exceed the belo w lis ted revolutions per minute (RPM) on the subject wheels. Failure to heed this
warning may lead to tire de-bonding, fragmentation, or other mechanical failure. Such fai lu res may c au se s erious pers o nal
injury to operators or bystanders, and/or cause property damage. All Burr King products are warranted for various time
periods to be free of material and/or workmanship defects. Burr King Manufacturing Companies standard warranty policy
is summarized as foll o ws for cont act wheels. 1 y ear fr om dat e of purch ase if mo unted on a Burr King machine pu rchased
on the same date or 90 days if purchased as a spare or replacement part. Our warranty does not apply to wheels that are
mounted on products not manufactured by Burr King Manufacturing Company, Inc. Users who mount Burr King
manufactured contact wheels on product not manufactured by Burr King Manufacturing Company, Inc. do so at their own
risk and assume all liability for ha ving so mounted the contact wheel(s).
Remember good safety practice demands guarding to protect operators and bystanders from wheel failure and/or debris.
Never use the subject contact wheels without proper guarding that meets commonly accepted safe practice. See OSHA,
U/L, CSA, CE, ISO and other respected
safety st an d ards.
Stock code
Contact Wheel Maximum Safe RPM
202, 302 10000
402, 502, 702 802 4400
902, 1002 3000
1202 2200
24. OCCUPATIONAL NOISE EXPOSURE
Burr King products produce levels of noise consistent with their intended purposes. The level and spectral content of noise
produced is dependent on the product type, the degree that the product is maintained in proper operating condition, the
abrasive/media and accessories used, the specific application, and the surrounding environment. Noise levels produced by
various Burr King grinders and polishers, as measure d at the Burr King factory, range from 80 to 93 decibels. Product
operators and persons in the immediate product vicinity should be protected from excessive noise levels as prescribed in
OSHA regulation 29, piece 1910. 95 titled “Occupational Noise Exposure”.
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ROTATING EQUIPMENT CAN BE DANGEROUS TO OPERATORS AND THOSE WHO MAY BE IN ITS
IMMEDIATE OPERATING VICINITY. IT IS THE ABSOLUTE AND DIRECT RESPONSIBILITY OF
PURCHASERS, MANAGERS, AND OPERATORS OF THIS EQUIPMENT TO UNDERSTAND AND OBEY
THE FOREGOING MINIMUM
SAFETY CONCERNS REGARDING OPERATING THE SUBJECT EQUIPMENT PLEASE CALL YOUR
AUTHORIZED BURR KING DISTRIBUTOR, OR BURR KING MANUFACTURING AT 1-800-621-2748.
YOUR SAFETY IS OUR FOREMOST CONCERN!
OPERATING SAFETY REQUIREMENTS. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS OR
Burr King Manufacturing disclaims any and all responsibility for injuries, damage, loss of income, or
other adverse consequence as might be incurred by purchasers, managers, and operators of this
equipment.
25. TRAINING
• Do train operators and others in safe operating practices
• Post these instructions so they are available for future reference and new operators.
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BURR KING MFG. CO., INC.
(660) 438-8998
(800) 621-2748
FAX (660) 438-8991
1220 TAMARA LANE
WARSAW MO 65355
WWW.BURRKING.COM
960-272 ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Please note that your grinder has been partially disassembled to help prevent damage during shipping. We hope
this will not cause you an inconvenience. If you have any questions or need assistance please contact the
factory 800-621-2748.
Fig. 1.3
Fig. 1.4
Use caution when lifting grinder . Use two
people when removing from shipping box.
Installing the trac king assembl y
1. Remove machine and contents from the carton leaving the machine fastened to the
plywood-shipping base. Place machine on a secure workbench or the floor.
2. Unwrap the tracking and tensioning asse mbly.
3. Locate the 3/8” studs and elastic stop nuts a nd washers. See Figure 1.3
4. Using a 9/16” wrench or socket, remove the nuts and washers.
5. Place the tracking assembly over the studs and replace the nuts and washers tightening
the nuts before letting go of the tra cking assembly.
6. “SNUG” the nuts and do not over tighten because the tracking assembly must be able to
pivot for the belt to track proper ly.
Installing contact wheel
1. Remove nut and washer from drive arbor. See figure 1.4
2. Slide contact wheel onto arbor.
3. Reinstall washer and nut and tighten with a 15/16” socket or crescent wrench.
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BURR KING MFG. CO., INC.
1220 TAMARA LANE
(660) 438-8998
(800) 621-2748
FAX (660) 438-8991
WARSAW MO 65355
WWW.BURRKING.COM
Operating instructions for the Model 960-272 belt grinder
Over view: The model 960-272 belt grinder is a two-wheel belt grinder that use s a 2 x 72-inch (50.8mm x 1.82m) continuous loop
abrasive belt. For maximum efficiency and your safet y we recommend you re ad and understand all operating instructions, ma nuals,
labels, a nd other information provided with the equipment.
Various model 960-272 versions are available including models wit h fixed and variable abrasi ve belt speed, and vari ous horse
power options a nd models with 8 or 10 inch contact wheels (203mm and 254mm contact wheels). Several accessories are also
available including small diameter contact wheels, combination platen and small contact wheel assemblies, full abrasive belt guards,
dust collect ion apparatus, and other contact wheel options. Your Burr King distributor will assist you in selecting value adding options
and accessories to meet your needs.
Receipt and initial machine set-up
1. Insure that you have received all of the items that you ordered. Compare the packing slip with your purchase order, and of course
with the physical items received.
2. Verify that there is no obvious shipping dama ge. If shi pping damage is discovered notify the freight ca rrier of your intenti on to fi le
a freight damage cla im . T hey will assist you.
3. Verify that t he AC power that is identified on the machine as recei ved matches the AC power that you intend to operate the
machine with. Do not modi fy the machine’s wiring without firs t contacting your distributor or Burr King Manufacturi ng.
4. Do not modify or defeat any electrical wiri ng safety feature. For example, do not rem ove the grounding pin on the AC electrical
plug.
5. Verify that you have recei ved a warranty card, parts lists , catalog, and Operator, and Operating Area Safety Instructions.
6. Complete the warranty card and return it to Burr King Manufacturing via FAX or mail.
7. Verify that the safety guards for the machine are in place and functional. See the parts list and schematic for the below indicated
part numbers.
a. The contact wheel guard (903K or 913) and backup platen (964-01) are mounted and adjusted such that the platen lightly touches
the back of the abrasive belt.
b. The rear idler wheel guard (912) is mounted.
8. Prior to operating the model 960-272 read the Operator, and Operating Area Safety Instructions carefully. Insure that all
persons who will operate the machine or who will work in the vicinity of the machine read, understand, and comply with these safety
instructions.
9. Insure that the grinder is located in an area that provides operators with clear and unobstructed access to the machine. The work
place should be free from floor obs tructions, trip points, and other faults that c ould reduce operator safety.
10. Bolt the machine to a structurally sound surface or pe destal. If a pedestal is used bolt the pedest al securely to the floor.
11. Insure that your AC electrical power source is properly sized and properly fused for the machine you purchased. Consult with a
competent electrician to determine the proper specifications for your electrical servi ce prior to connecting your model 960-272 belt
grinder.
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Functional machine operating instructions
Perform the following ste ps before each use of your model 960-272 belt grinde r:
1. Insure that the gap (nip point) between the face of the abrasive belt and the work rest is adjusted so
that your work piece will not pass through this gap. See Figure 2.1
Warning: Failure to properly adjust the nip point
may cause your part to become lodge, ejected
and may lead to bodily harm .
2. Locate the two 9/16 inch hex nuts and studs that secure the motor adapte r (P/ N 908) to the electric
motor. The machi ne can be adj usted to positions bet w ee n vertical to horizontal by loosening thes e
nuts, pivoting the machine and securi ng the nut s. See Figure 2.2
3. Check the nut that sec ures the contact wheel (P/ N 902 or 1002) to its mount. Insure this nut is
tightene d to 10 to 15 foot pounds of torque. (1.4 - 2 kg force metres) See Figure 2.3
4. Insure that the abrasive belt is tensioned properly. To do this raise the te nsi oning handle (P/N
937G). You will hea r mechanical clicks as the tensioning ratchet pawl (737F) moves. Generally,
the belt will be adequately tensioned when you hear three to eight clicks. To reduce or release the
belt tension s lightly raise the te nsi oning handle (P/N 737A) then press t he button (P/N 737B) in the
center of the tens ioning handle. Move the tensioning handle down slightly to reduce belt tens ion or
all the way down to relea se belt tension. See Figure 2.4
5. Insure that your hands and other body parts and electric al cords are completely cle ar of the grinding
belt, and pi nch points.
6. Protect your face and eyes and other body tissue from grinding debri s.
Fig. 2.1
Fig. 2.2
Fig. 2.3
Wear proper clothing and
personal protection
equipment we operating
Fig. 2.4
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Fig. 3.1 -Correct
7. Engage the motor by placi ng the Start/Stop swit ch to Start. The belt must rotate smoothly in a counte r -clockwise (CCW) direction
about the machine whee l belt path. If either of these c onditions are not met immediat ely turn the machine OFF.
a. If the abrasive belt doe s not remain centered on the contact wheel (P/N 902 or 1002) while the belt is moving use the tracking
adjustme nt (P/N 921) on the uppe r left side of the machine to track the belt to the center of the contact wheel. Turning this control
clockwise CW will ca use the belt to track to the right, conversely turn the control CCW will cause the belt to track to the left.
b. If the belt runs in reverse (up from the floor, or CW) correct this by changing the mai n drive motor rotation direction.
Disconnect the machine from its AC electrical power and have a competent elect rician:
1) Reverse the motor direct ion of a three-phase motor by reversi ng any two le gs of t he input power lines.
2) Reverse the motor direction of a fixed speed single phase mot or by reversing leads 5 and 8 found within the metal wiring box
located on the motor, or as otherwise instructed on the actual motor label.
3) To reverse variable speed models consul t the documentation that was supplied with the motor controller, or call the Burr King
factory for assistance.
If the abrasive belt te ns ions, and tracks prope rly, but the machine has excessive vibra tion, turn the machine OFF and call the Burr
King factory for assista nce .
8. Your machine may als o comes equipped with a braking system. This brake ha s be en preset from the factory and should stop your
grinder with in 5 sec onds.
9. About your controll er. Your Burr King Grinder uses a controller from KB Electronics. The complete manual for t he control ler is
included with your machine. For an additi onal copy of the manual please visit www.kbelectronics.com
controller and settings. The variable speed control is bas ed on a percentage of spindle speed. The spindle is set at the factory to
approximatel y 3,000 RPM. Figure 3.6 shows the conversi on to surface fee t (and meters) per minute.
Fig. 3.2 –
Tracked Left
Fig. 3.3 –
Tracked Right
Your controller may have the following options depending on your models
installed options.
1. Forward – Stop – Reverse: This option allows your belt to run in a
Counter-Clockwise or Clockwise direction. Normal operation of the
machine is to run in a Forward or Clockwise direction. If you wish to run
your machine in a reverse or counter-clockwise direction please make sure
your machine is fitte d with part number 701-2, Anti-Rotate Bearing. If
you have a controlle r with the reverse switch installed you already have
the Anti-Rotate bearing. When reversing direction, make sure t he belt
comes to a compete stop. Then engage in the reverse direction.
2. Stop – Start: To start your m achine make sure the red mushroom switch
is pulled out and then move the toggle switch all the way to the start
position. The switch will return to the middle position. To turn the
machine off, lower the switch to the stop position.
3. Red Mushroom Stop Switch: This switch is inst alled incase of
emergency. Push the switch in to stop the grinder. To reset pull the switch
NOTE: Controller box and motor still will contain voltage even
when unit is in t he off position, and even if the mushroom push
stop is depres sed. Disconnect the unit from t he electrical
outlet for service work or whe n needed!
• Every thirty days apply light mac hine oil to the rear wheel support to rear wheel handle interface. Two drops of oil i s sufficient.
• Every thirty days check the drive belt tension. If you can hear the belt “slap” the frame when the drive motor starts , the belt may
require re-tens ioning. Do this by loosening the two nuts that secure the motor to the belt guard and slide the guard forward. Do
not over tighten the belt. Doing so will s horten the life of the machine bearings. Tighten the two nuts.
• Routinely inspect the ma ch ine for loo s e h ar d w ar e . Tig h t en as required.
• Daily vac uum or otherwise remove dust and debri s buil d-up from the machine and the machine belt t r ac k.
There are no other mai ntenance actions requi red. All bearings are seal ed for life and require no additional lubrication.
Burr King Manufacturing can help you with problem soluti ons, and/or answers to your questions. Please call your Burr King
distributor first; if you can not reach satisfactory conclusi on please call the Burr King factory.