BUFFALO TURBINE CYCLONE KB4 Operator's Manual And Parts Book

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BUFFALO TURBINE LLC

180 Zoar Valley Road

Springville, NY 14141

TEL: 716 592 2700

FAX: 716 592 2460

EMAIL: info@buffaloturbine.com

www.buffaloturbine.com

Part # 3024

AFTER SERIAL #

WIRELESS REMOTE

Remote instructions begin

on page 19

REFERENCE PAGE 30

FOR THE KB SERIES STANDARD AND D.O.T. APPROVED TRAILER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

BUFFALO TURBINE'S

CYCLONE KB4

OPERATOR'S MANUAL AND PARTS BOOK

06/11 -BT MAN

EC Declaration of Conformity – Page 27

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Page 1 BUFFALO TURBINE LLC 180 Zoar Valley Road Springville, NY 14141 TEL: 716 592 2700 FAX: 716 592 2460 EMAIL: info@buffaloturbine.com www.buffaloturbine.com Part # 3024 AFTER SERIAL # WIRELESS REMOTE Remote instructions begin on page 19 REFERENCE PAGE 30 FOR THE KB SERIES STANDARD AND D.O.T. APPROVED TRAILER ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS...
Page 2 BUFFALO TURBINE WARRANTY REGISTRATION FORM & INSPECTION REPORT Any units not registered with Buffalo Turbine are not eligible for warranty claims WARRANTY REGISTRATION This form must be filled out by the dealer and signed by both the dealer and the customer at the time of delivery...
Page 3: Serial Number Location
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 Serial # The Direction of travel determines the front or rear of blower units CYCLONE MODEL KB4...
Page 4 Obligation under this warranty shall extend for a period of 1 year (12 months) and shall be limited to, at the option of Buffalo Turbine, replacement of any parts found, upon inspection by Buffalo Turbine, to be defective...
Page 5 EQUIPMENT REGISTRATION, TO INCLUDE THE SERIAL NUMBER OF THE UNIT, WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL WARRANTY REPAIRS. PRE-APPOVAL BY A FACTORY PERSON (FROM BUFFALO TURBINE) PRIOR TO COMMENCING WITH A WARRANTY REPAIR, WILL BE REQUIRED BY THE END USER AND AT THE DEALER / DISTRIBUTOR LEVEL.
Page 6: Safety Alert Symbol
1. 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 trouble shooting information contained within this Operator’s manual.
Page 7: General Safety
2.1 SAFETY GENERAL SAFETY YOU are responsible for the SAFE operation and maintenance of your Buffalo Turbine Debris 1. Read and understand the Operator’s Manual Blower. YOU must ensure that you and anyone and all safety signs before operating, else, who is going to operate, maintain or work maintaining, and adjusting.
Page 8 Make sure you are in compliant with all 2. Replaced parts that displayed a safety sign local DOT regulations regarding should also display the current sign. transporting Buffalo Turbine equipment on public roads and highways. DOT Safety decals or signs are available from APPROVED TRAILERS ARE...
Page 9: Sign-Off Form
2.9 SIGN-OFF FORM Buffalo Turbine recommends that anyone who will be operating and/or maintaining the Buffalo Turbine Blower must read and clearly understand ALL Safety, Operating and Maintenance information presented in this manual. Do not operate or allow anyone else to operate this equipment until such information has been reviewed.
Page 10: Safety Decals
3. SAFETY DECALS The types of decals on the blower unit are shown below. For locations of each label, see parts reference in the back of this manual. 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.
Page 11: Pre-Operation Checklist
4.1 TO THE NEW OPERATOR OR OWNER Buffalo Turbine Debris Blowers are designed to quickly and efficiently, blow away leaves, cuttings and other debris. The material is conveyed on a stream of high volume and velocity of air to remove it from the area of concern.
Page 12 4.4 Model KB Series Trailer Package BOLT ON TRAILER ASSEMBLY “U Bolts” - # 1707 ½ Nyloc nuts - # 1180 Tongue Assembly - # 1490 (See picture to left) Part # 1832 – Axle Assy. w/hubs and bearings installed Part # 1153 Hubs with studs and races # 1407...
Page 13: Service And Maintenance
4.5 Transporting the Model KB Series 1. Turf Trailer Receptacle Uses A Pin Hitch Only. Use Presto Pin. Do Not Exceed 15 MPH (24 k) At Any Time. Use a DOT approved trailer for Highway Use and for speeds exceeding 15 MPH (24 k). 2.
Page 14: Service Checklist
DO NOT OPERATE BLOWER UNIT WITHOUT GUARDS SECURELY ATTACHED 5.0 TROUBLE SHOOTING The Buffalo Turbine Debris Blower uses a high volume and velocity of air to move material from one place to another. The system is simple and reliable requiring minimal maintenance.
Page 15: Specification
PROBLEM CAUSE SOLUTION No air flow Build up of debris inside turbine Remove nozzle and clean debris from inside turbine Broken coupling (KB Series) Replace coupling No air flow Blower fan not turning See solutions above Reduced or no air flow Blower fan turns Air intake or exhaust restricted Shut off engine...
Page 16 Model KB Series Muffler Guards (Used For CE Conformity Only) Kohler Part # 28 755 29-S CE Certified Guard and Label Kit Model KB Units Part # 2990 Rotation Belt Guard Part # 1785 (CE units only) Part # 1783 CE Label Cushman Truckster Mounting Bracket Part # 1614 Nozzle Extension...
Page 17 INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS & PARTS FOR THE MOREFLEX COUPLING PART # 1746 – COUPLING COMPLETE, KOHLER ENGINE Includes PN 1110(1pc), 1111(1pc), 1112(4pc), 1113(4pc), 1114(1pc), 1115(1pc), 1256(1pc), 2876(4pc) PART # 1747 – COUPLING COMPLETE, HONDA ENGINE Includes PN 1110(2pc), 1112(4pc), 1113(4pc), 1114(1pc), 1256(1pc), 1467(1pc), 2869(4pc) ALIGNMENT OF TURBINE SHAFT WITH SHAFT OF ENGINE IS CRITICAL Install keys in both shafts.
Page 18 MOUNTING BLOWER ASSEMBLY ONTO FRAME AND ALIGNMENT RECOMMENDATIONS Install blower assembly onto frame and tighten all of the bolts. Remove all burrs and oil from the shafts and keyways (engine and blower shafts). Using the supplied gauge, align the shafts parallel to each other (very important). Check in four places around the shafts at 90°...
Page 19 CYCLONE KB4 BATTERY BOX ASSEMBLY (WIRELESS REMOTE) PART # 3022 Includes Transmitter, Receiver box, Battery Box, Connectors, Wire Harness PN 3022 Please note the location of the wireless receiver (Part # 3023) may vary from above picture. Wire Harness Part # 2291 7.5 Amp Fuse...
Page 20 If a valid code from an already registered TX is received, the receiver will go directly into normal operating mode. This is to speed up the startup time. NOTE: Breaking any warranty seal will void the equipment’s warranty, consult with Buffalo Turbine at 716-592-2700 before proceeding.
Page 21 Receiver (Part # 3023) Wire color Function Terminal number Yellow +12VDC Black -0VDC, Ground Orange Throttle 0-10V Signal Gray Nozzle 1 White Nozzle 1 Future models will have all black wires sequentially numbered 1-5 and matching terminal numbers above. Transmitter Part # 3024 Wiring Schematic for Wireless system ...
Page 22 Repairs and maintenance must be authorized by Buffalo Turbine. Use spare parts from Buffalo Turbine only. Contact Buffalo Turbine at 716-592-2700 if you require service or other assistance. Keep the product in a dry, clean place. Keep contacts and antennas clean. Wipe off dust using a slightly damp, clean cloth. Never use...
Page 23 Troubleshooting For Cyclone KB4 Remote / Receiver Symptom – Does not throttle up properly. 1. Disconnect grey plug connected to the receiver. Grey plug must be removed by compressing the side tabs and pulling straight out as shown in Ref #1. Check to ensure that each wire is securely attached to the grey connector plug (see Ref #2).
Page 24 If the engine goes to full throttle, the engine components are running properly. • If the engine does not go to full throttle contact a Kohler repair authorized Buffalo Turbine Representative. • If the engine goes to full throttle contact Buffalo Turbine at 716-592-2700.
Page 25 Troubleshooting For Cyclone CKB4 Remote / Receiver Symptom: Nozzle will not rotate properly. 1. Disconnect grey plug connected to the receiver. Grey plug must be removed by compressing the side tabs and pulling straight out as shown in Ref #1. Check to ensure that each wire is securely attached to the grey connector plug (see Ref #2).
Page 26 If rotation motor rotates in both directions, the motor is ok. • If rotation motor will not rotate in either direction with power applied contact Buffalo Turbine. • If rotation motor rotates in one direction but the other, contact Buffalo Turbine.
Page 27 With a guaranteed sound power level of: Lwa 120dB Buffalo Turbine certifies that the equipment named above has been designed to comply with the relevant sections of the above referenced specifications. The units comply with all essential requirements of these directives.
Page 28 Model KB4 Parts List Options: SenDec Maintenance Meter 1372 DOT Approved Trailer 1613-D Fitted Waterproof Protective Cover BT-PC-1 Rectangular Nozzle 1425 Short Rectangular Nozzle 1469 Reference # Part # Description Quantity 3073 27 HP Kohler Engine (before serial # 12410) 3008 27 HP Kohler Engine (after serial # 12410) 1100...
Page 29 1182 BT Decal 1184 Eye Protection Decal 1185 Ear Protection Decal 1186 Do Not Operate w/o Guard Decal 1187 8x10 BT Decal 1232 2-1/2 x 2-1/2 BT Decal 1233 America & Safety First Decal See page 17 1256 Morflex Center 1258 1/4-20 x 3/4 HHCS Grade 5 Zinc, for Magnet 1259...
Page 30 ½ bolts with nyloc nuts 4 places – 2 each side (4) ½ x 3-1/4 long bolts Bolt on Buffalo Turbine Model KB Skid blower unit with nyloc nuts Mounting: (4) ½” x 3-1/4 long HHCS and (4) ½ Nyloc Nuts – 2 each side 800 lb Capacity 2”...
Page 31 Options PN 2851 PN 1173 Aerospace (Standard clamp band) polymer nozzle Aerospace Polymer Nozzle - Part # 2851 Standard on all models *Except Truckster Mounted Blower* Rectangular Nozzle – Part # 1425 Fishtail Nozzle – Part # 1743 12” Round – Part # 1172 5.5”...
Page 32 The word “MEGA” is defined as Impressive, Extreme and budgets. This little powerhouse is already proving its worthiness in Mammoth. The NEW Buffalo Turbine MEGA lives up to its name! saving Time and Labor. The Cyclone PTO incorporates an “Advanced” direct drive gearbox The Cyclone Squared with its “Twin Turbines”, and wireless...

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