BUFFALO TURBINE BT-CKB5EFI Parts list manual
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Ref. Number
Description
Page Number
1.0
Introduction
2
2.0
Safety
3
2.1
Safety Decals
4
2.2
General Safety
4
2.3
Operating Safety
4
2.4
Maintenance Safety
4
2.5
Transport Safety
5
2.6
Storage Safety
5
2.7
Sign-off Form
5
3.0
Warranty Information
6
3.1
Warranty Registration Form
7
4.0
Operations
8
4.1
To the new operator or owner
8
4.2
Break-in
8
4.3
Pre-Operation Checks
8
4.4
Model BT-CKB5EFI Assembly Instructions
9
4.5
Field Operation
10
4.6
Operating RPM
10
4.7
Storage
10
5.0
Troubleshooting
10
6.0
Machine Specification
11
7.0
Maintenance
12
7.1
Maintenance Safety
12
7.2
Fluids
12
7.3
Service Checklist
12
Moreflex Coupling Parts
13
Moreflex Coupling Installation
14
BT-CKB5EFI Parts Reference (Serial # 24186-25614)
15
BT-CKB5EFI Parts Reference (Serial # 25614-27920)
16
BT-CKB5EFI Parts Reference (Serial # 27921-31740)
17
BT-CKB5EFI Parts Reference (After Serial # 31741)
18
BT-CKB5EFI Parts Sub-Assemblies
19
Bill of Materials for BT-CKB5EFI
20
BT-CKB5EFI Wireless Remote System Manual
21
Wireless system Transmitter Programming
22
Wireless system warranty information
23
Wireless Remote System Diagnostic Tests
24-25
Wiring Schematic for Wireless Remote System
26-27
Wireless system troubleshooting guide
28
Nozzle Options
29
Buffalo Turbine Additional Products
30
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on your choice of a Buffalo Turbine Debris Blower. This equipment has been designed and manufactured to
meet the needs of the Turf Care Industry.
Safe, efficient and trouble-free operation of your Buffalo Turbine Blower requires that you and anyone else, who will be
operating or maintaining the Blower, read and understand all of the safety, operation, maintenance and troubleshooting
information contained within this Operator’s manual.
This Manual covers the BT-CKB5EFI Turbine Blower.
Keep this manual handy for frequent reference and to pass on to new operators or owners. Call your Buffalo Turbine dealer or
distributor if you need assistance, information, or additional copies of the manuals.
SERIAL NUMBER LOCATION
Always give your dealer the serial number of your Debris Blower when ordering parts or requesting service or other information.
The serial number plate(s) is located where indicated in the pictures below. Please document the number in the space provided for
easy reference.
OPERATOR ORIENTATION –The directions left, right, front and rear, as mentioned throughout the manual, are as seen from
the driver’s seat and facing in the direction of travel.
MODEL BT-CKB5EFI
LEFT FRONT TOP SURFACE OF FRAME
Serial Number: _______________
Serial #
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2.0 SAFETY
YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Buffalo Turbine Debris Blower. YOU must ensure
that you and anyone else, who is going to operate, maintain or work around the Buffalo Turbine Blower be familiar with the
operating and maintenance procedures and related SAFETY information contained in this manual. This manual will take you
step-by-step through your working day and alerts you to all good safety practice while operating the Blower.
Remember YOU are the key to safety. Good safety practices not only protect you but also the people around you. Make these
practices a working part of your safety program. Be certain that EVERYONE operating this machine is familiar with the
procedures recommended and follows safety precautions. Remember most accidents can be prevented. Do not risk injury or
death by ignoring good safety practices.
Blower owners must give operating instructions to operators or employees before allowing them to operate the Blower,
and at least annually thereafter.
The most important safety device on this equipment is a SAFE operator. It is the operator’s responsibility to read and
understand ALL Safety and Operating instructions in the manual and to follow these. All accidents can be avoided.
A person who has not read and understood all operating instructions is not qualified to operate the machine. An untrained
operator exposes themselves and bystanders to possible serious injury or death.
Do not modify the equipment in any way. Unauthorized modification may impair the function and/or safety which could
affect the life of the equipment.
Think SAFETY! Work SAFELY!
This Safety Alert symbol means ATTENTION! BECOME ALERT! YOUR SAFETY IS INVOLVED!
The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Buffalo Turbine Blower and in the manual. When you
see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the safety message.
SIGNAL WORDS: Note the use of the signal words DANGER, WARNING and CAUTION with the safety messages. The
appropriate signal word for each message has been selected using the following guidelines
1. DANGER –injury or death if the proper precautions are not taken.
2. WARNING -- A specific hazard or unsafe practice that COULD result in severe personal injury or death if proper
precautions are not taken.
3. CAUTION –Unsafe practices that COULD result in personal injury if proper practices are not taken, or as a reminder of
good safety.
The Safety Alert symbol identifies important safety messages on the Buffalo Turbine Blower and in the manual.
When you see this symbol, be alert to the possibility of personal injury or death. Follow the instructions in the
safety message.
Why is SAFETY important to you?
3 Big Reasons: Accidents Disable and Kill
Accidents Cost
Accidents Can Be Avoided
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2.1 SAFETY DECALS
The types of decals on the blower unit are shown below. Good safety requires that you familiarize yourself with the various
Safety Decals, the type of warning and the area, or particular function related to that area that requires your SAFETY
AWARENESS.* THINK SAFETY! WORK SAFELY!
REMEMBER –If safety decals have been damaged, removed, become illegible or parts replaced without decals, new
decals must be applied. New decals are available from your authorized dealer.
2.2 GENERAL SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, maintaining, and adjusting.
2. Provide a first-aid kit for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place.
3. Provide a fire extinguisher for use in case of an accident. Store in a highly visible place.
4. Wear appropriate protective gear. This list includes but is not limited to:
A hard hat
Protective shoes with slip resistant soles
Protective glasses or goggles
Heavy gloves
Wet weather gear
Hearing protection
5. Do not operate without guards or shields properly installed.
6. Do not allow riders.
7. Wear appropriate ear protection for prolonged exposure to excessive noise.
8. (All Models) Set Blower on the ground, stop engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving
parts to stop before dismounting to service or adjust.
9. Clear the area of people, especially small children, before starting the unit.
10. Review all safety related items annually with all personnel who will be operating or maintaining the Blower.
11. Keep hands, feet, hair and clothing away from moving parts. Operate equipment only while seated in the operator’s seat.
2.3 OPERATING SAFETY
1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual and all safety signs before operating, servicing or adjusting.
2. Before servicing or repairing, Set blower on the ground, stop engine, set park brake, remove key, and wait for all
moving parts to stop.
2.4 MAINTENANCE SAFETY
1. Read and follow ALL general, operating, maintenance and safety information in this manual.
2. Support the machine with blocks or safety stands when changing tires or working beneath it.
3. Set Blower on the ground, stop engine, set park brake, remove ignition key and wait for all moving parts to stop before
operating, servicing or adjusting.
4. Make sure all guards are in place and properly secured when operating or maintaining the Blower.
!ATTENTION!
1. KEEP HANDS, FEET AND CLOTHING AWAY FROM POWER DRIVEN PARTS.
2. STOP ENGINE AND REMOVE KEY BEFORE LEAVING OPERATOR’S POSITION.
3. MACHINE MUST COME TO A COMPLETE STOP BEFORE ANY MAINTENANCE, TO
INCLUDE ADJUSTING, LUBRICATING OR CLEANING, IS PERFORMED.
4. KEEP PEOPLE AND PETS AT SAFE DISTANCE FROM MACHINE.
5. KEEP ALL GUARDS AND SHIELDS IN PLACE.
Never operate without eye
protection due to blowing debris.
Never operate without ear
protection due to prolonged
exposure to excessive noise
Never operate without guards
in place because there are
sharp rotating components
that will cause serious injury.
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