Blair Tornado II 51000 User manual

TM
PORTABLE PAINT SHAKER
FOR AEROSOL, PINT, QUART, RECTANGULAR GALLON
AND ROUND GALLON CONTAINERS
3001 Hougen Drive Phone: [phone]
Swartz Creek, MI. 48473 Fax: [phone] Made in the U.S.A.
OPERATOR’S MANUAL
MODELS 51000 and 51200

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Operate only in a well-vented area.
2. Do not shake cans that leak or are deformed. Periodically
check for leakage during mix cycle.
3. Do not operate machine if electrical cords are cracked or
frayed.
4. Disconnect from power source when working on
machine.
5. Shaker must be placed on solid, level surface well clear
of any obstructions.
6. Never leave any operating machine unattended.
NEW MACHINE SETUP
1. Remove Shaker and parts from package. Place Shaker
on a rigid, level surface, away from any edge, and well clear
of obstructions.
2. Install bracket assembly to platform with side hole to the
right.
3. Route power cord so that it will not be damaged and plug
into grounded receptacle.
4. READ OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS and post it in a
conspicuous place.
MAINTENANCE
NOTICE: FAILURE TO FOLLOW MAINTENANCE PROCE-
DURES VOIDS WARRANTY.
1. Wipe paint spills immediately. Accumulations of paint may
detract from your Shaker’s performance and
reliability.
2. Check and tighten all fasteners periodically.
3. Periodically examine cords and wiring for damage.
Damaged cords must be immediately replaced.
GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Thread the clamping screw (P/N 51069) with the lock nut
attached through the bar as shown. Install this into the hold-
down bar by inserting it through the hole while simultane-
ously pushing in the locking pin.
2. Insert the can as shown, then turn the clamping screw
until the hold-down bar securely clamps the can, making
sure the nut remains free on the screw.
3. After the can is clamped, then turn the lock nut down the
screw until it tightens against the bar.
HINT: To make sure that the nut is tight, simultaneously give
both the nut and the screw an extra 1/4 turn.
4. The motor is started by rotating the timer switch. Turn
past the desired time by 2 minutes, then set timer. Due to the
varying states of unmixed paint, it is impossible to give specic
mixing times for your paint, however, a little experience will
soon show how quickly your particular paint can be mixed.
SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
FOR RECTANGULAR GALLONS
1. Remove the hold-down bar and clamping screw and set
them aside.
2. Loosen both knobs (P/N 51032) and slide the right side of
top bar toward the front of the machine (right end of the
top bar is slotted).
3. Slide the can onto the platform with the top bar between
the handle and the spout.
4. Center the can on the platform* and secure the cap by
tightening both knobs evenly and rmly until the can is
clamped securely.
*NOTE: FULL RECTANGULAR GALLONS OF PRIMER
SHOULD NOT BE CENTERED, BUT PLACED TO THE LEFT
SIDE OF THE PLATFORM.
INSTALLATION OF SPRINGS
TOOLS REQUIRED: Channel-Lock pliers, 3/16" hex key and
5/32" hex key.
Round
Gallon
Aerosol
Nozzle
Rectangle
Gallon
Quart
Bottom of
Pint

GENERAL NOTES: Springs are sold in sets of (4) lower (P/N
51028) and (4) upper (P/N 51027). When a spring fails, the
other springs in the set are fatigued also. The sets are factory
matched, and the entire set should be replaced.
Do not scratch or gouge the working part of the spring wire
during installation or adjustment. This would cause premature
failure.
The springs work in pairs. Two diametrically opposed springs
are a pair, and each spring in a pair should be adjusted the
same amount if adjustments are made.
LOWER SPRING SET (PIN 51028)
1. Installation:
a. Attach the (2) springs with wide coil spacing to the
frame on the right front and left rear, using (2) cap
screws through the frame.
b. Attach the (2) springs with narrower coil spacing to the
frame on the left front and right rear, same as above. Be
sure all (4) cap screws are tight.
2. Adjustment:
Lower springs do not require adjustment. Upper springs
may require adjustment if lower springs have been re-
placed. Refer to "CHECKING SPRING ADJUSTMENT"
to determine this.
UPPER SPRING SET (P/N 51027)
1. Installation:
a. A 3/16" hex key will t through the threaded spring
mount hole into the cap screw that’s assembled inside
the spring. The cap screw ts through the mid-plate
and threads into the lower spring’s top mount.
b. Install the (2) shortest springs on the left front and right
rear.
c. Install the (2) longer springs on the right front and left
rear. Be sure the (4) cap screws are tight.
d. Install the can platform to the springs using (4) at
head cap screws. Be sure the (4) at head cap screws
are tight.
2. Adjustment:
The upper springs are adjusted to obtain the proper shak
ing action. To do this, the springs are threaded onto the
TOP spring mounts farther. This STIFFENS the spring and
reduces movement. Springs as received from the factory
may need to be adjusted stiffer. If your springs have already
been adjusted and are too stiff (not enough shake) they
must be backed off before proceeding.
BACKING OFF SPRINGS
The spring must be fully installed, including the can platform, to
do this.
1. Taking care not to gouge the spring wire, grasp the top of
the spring with a pair of pliers so that the pliers jaw catches
on the end of the spring coil. This will open the spring
slightly so that it can be backed off of the mount; otherwise,
the spring will not move.
2. Back each spring off 1/4 turn. Loosen the (4) at head cap
screws on the platform, and the springs will snap back.
3. Retighten the (4) screws and repeat this procedure until
the end of each spring is 1/4" away from the platform. DO
NOT BACK THE SPRINGS ALL OF THE WAY OFF OF
THE MOUNTS.
ADJUSTING SPRINGS
1. Load a full gallon of paint on the shaker and start the
machine. If the shaker makes a clattering noise, the
springs are too loose and will require adjustment. If not,
proceed.
2. From the front of the machine, watch the mid-plate’s
movement as the shaker operates. If the right side moves
more than the left, the right front and left rear springs need
to be stiffened. If the left moves more, the left front and
right rear need to be stiffened. If both sides move the
same, all four springs must be stiffened.
3. To stiffen springs, turn off the machine, grasp the spring
with your hand, and screw the spring farther onto the end
mount 1/4 turn. If you did this to the right front, you must
also do this on the left rear. Remember, because the
springs work in pairs, you must adjust them in pairs.
Loosen the at head cap screws on the springs that you
stiffened, and the spring will snap back. Retighten the
screws.
4. Start the machine again. Listen for clatter, and watch the
mid-plate from the front to see which side moves the
most. If necessary, stiffen the springs again 1/4 turn,
loosen and retighten the screws to allow the springs to
snap back. Repeat this procedure until the clatter
disappears and the mid-plate moves uniformly.
CHECKING SPRING ADJUSTMENT
Start the shaker and check the following:
1. If there is clattering noise, return to adjustment instruc-
tions. If no noise, proceed to step 2.
2. Watch the mid-plate from the front. If one side moves
substantially more than the other, the front spring that
doesn’t move enough and its diametrically opposed spring
need to be backed off, and the spring set that moves
more may need to be stiffened. Refer to "BACKING OFF
SPRINGS" and "ADJUSTING SPRINGS." Adjust only one
set at a time, then retest. Always be sure to allow springs
to snap back by loosening and retightening the screws.
When the mid-plate moves fairly uniformly, proceed to
step 3.
3. Start the shaker and watch the can platform’s movement
from side to side. It should move 3/4" on both sides. You
can use a ruler near the platform if you’re not sure. If it
moves more than 7/8" on both sides, stiffen all springs 1/8
turn each to reduce movement. If it moves less than 3/4",
back off all springs 1/8 turn to increase movement. If it
moves 3/4" or more, doesn’t clatter, and has fairly uniform
mid-plate movement, your shaker is properly adjusted.

Commercial / Industrial Limited Warranty
Blair Equipment Company warrants its Tornado II Paint Shaker for a period of
1 year and other products for ninety (90) days from date of purchase against
defects due to faulty material or workmanship and will repair or replace (at its
option) without charge any items returned. This warranty is void if the item has
been damaged by accident or unreasonable use, neglect, improper service, or
other causes not arising out of defects in material or workmanship. No other
expressed warranty is given or authorized. Blair Equipment Company disclaims
any implied warranty of MERCHANTABILITY or FITNESS for any period beyond the expressed warranty and shall not be
liable for incidental or consequential damages. Some states do not allow exclusions of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on
how long an implied warranty lasts and, if the law of such a state governs your purchase, the above exclusion and limitation may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
To obtain warranty service, return the item(s), transportation prepaid, to Blair Equipment Co. , 3001 Hougen Drive, Swartz Creek,
Michigan 48473.
THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY
WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
© 2013 Blair Equipment Co.
Exploded View Parts List
OMHBPS0212 REV 913
01328
05123
4003
40038
40038
51069**
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00971
00876
00878
00970
51071
Part # Description Qty
00876 Hold Down Bar 1
00878 Pin Cup Locking 1
00970 Compression Spring 1
00971 Retaining Ring 1
00980 Hold Down Bar Assy 1
01287 Label (51000) 1
01328 Enclosure 1
01344 Base 1
01349 Power Cord 1
03824 Rubber Bumper 3
04327 Label (51200) 1
04353 Timer 1
04354 Knob 1
10553 Screw 1/4-20 2
10560 Washer #10 2
10660 Screw 1/4-20 4
10710 Screw #6-32 4
40038 Screw #10-32 X 5/8 2
40108 Screw 1/4-20 4
40374 Nut Hex #6 4
50037 Nut #10-32 6
50038 Washer #10 6
51027 Upper Spring Set 1
51028 Lower Spring Set 1
51029 Bar-Left Hand Side 1
51030 Bar-Right Hand Side 1
51031 Bar-Top 1
51032 Knob 2
51033 Strain Relief 2
51034 Cover-Flyweight 1
51035 Flyweight 1
51040 Screw 1/4-20 4
51041 Platform 1
51042 Screw 1/4-20 1
51043 Lock Nut 1
51047 Motor 115V 1
51060 Nut #10-32 2
51061 Clamp 2
51062 Motor Cord 1
51069 Clamping Screw Assy 1
51071 Retaining Bar Assy 1
51111 Mid Plate 1
90027 Washer 1/4” Flat 2
90028 Washer 1/4” Heli 2
90052 Lock Washer #6 Ext 4
90237 Washer #10 Flat 1