Burr King Model 979 - Manual (Page 7)

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BURR KING MFG. CO., INC.
1220 TAMARA LANE
WARSAW MO 65355
WWW.BURRKING.COM
(660) 438-8998 (800) 621-2748
FAX (660) 438-8991
October 2001
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE MODEL 979 TWO WHEEL
BELT GRINDER
The model 979 two-wheel belt grinder provides heavy-duty service for contact wheel, platen, and supported work
grinding using a 3 x 79 inch belt track.
Prior to operating the model 979 please take time to do the following:
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 damage. If shipping damage is discovered notify the freight carrier of
your intention to file a freight damage claim. They will assist you.
3. Verify that the AC power that is identified on the machine as received matches the AC power that you intend to
operate the machine with. Do not modify the machine’s wiring without first contacting your distributor and/or Burr
King Manufacturing.
4. Do not modify or defeat any AC wiring safety feature. In example, do not remove the grounding pin on the AC
plug.
5. Verify that you have received 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.
7. Verify that the belt guard for the machine is in place and functional.
8. Insure that the grinder is located in an area that provides clear access to the machine such that operators have safe
and unobstructed access to the machine. The work place should be free from floor obstructions, trip points, and other
faults that may reduce operator safety.
9. Burr King recommends that all three-phase installations include a magnetic starter. Magnetic starters protect
motors from “single phasing”, overheating, etc. thereby reducing the risk of damage to the equipment and/or fire
hazard to your facility.
10. Insure that the model 979 AC power source is properly sized, and properly fused. You should consult a
competent electrician, or you may call Burr King Manufacturing for guidance.
Functional operating instructions for the model 979 belt grinder
The model 979 was fully tested and verified to comply with requirements prior to shipping from the factory. No
adjustments should be necessary. You should perform the following steps:
1. Securely bolt the machine to the floor. Note that the pedestal base has four holes that are sufficient for ½ inch
anchor bolts. Do not use anchor bolts that are less than 3/8 inch in diameter and/or that do not provide for at least 2
½ inches of depth grip in secure concrete.
2. With the machine securely bolted to the floor point connect the AC power to its source.
3. Adjust the work support and work support arm to the desired position or remove them if they are not required
for your grinding mode of choice. If you use the work support table take care that the gap between the face of the
abrasive belt and the work support is not greater than 1/8 inch.
4. To install or remove an abrasive belt push the lever on the top of the machine to its rear most position until
the keeper latch secures the lever in its rear most position. Install or remove the belt. Gently push the belt tension
lever to the rear and lift the latch. Allow the lever to move forward. The abrasive belt is tensioned automatically by
thee coil springs that are integral to the motor base.