Our intention is to provide you with this manual to describe the basic information for safety, setup, operation, and maintenance of your new machine. We at Busy Bee Tools are committed and pride ourselves in customer satisfaction.
General Safety Instructions for Machines Extreme caution should be used when operating all power tools. Know your power tool, be familiar with its operation, read through the owner’s manual and practice safe usage procedures at all times. CONNECT your machine ONLY to the DISCONNECT the power source when matched and specific power source.
Specific Safety Instructions Read and understand the instruction manual before operating the dust collector. Basic precautions listed below should always be followed when using your dust collector to reduce the risk of injury, electrical shock or fire. DO NOT leave the dust cyclone plugged TO REDUCE the risk of electrical shock, into the electrical outlet.
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IMPORTANT: The safety instructions given on the previous page can not be complete because the environment in every shop is different. Always consider safety first as it applies to your individual working conditions BBCY CYCLONE DUST COLLECTORS BBCY 2 HP CYCLONE DUST COLLECTOR Motor ..........
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BBCY 3 HP CYCLONE DUST COLLECTOR Motor ..........……….………….3 HP, 220-Volts, 60-Hz, Single Phase Amp……………………………………………..………………………………………..15 Amps Motor Speed ........……………..…………………………………..3450 RPM Suction Capacity………………….…………………..……………………2900 / 2280 CFM Static Pressure………………………………………………..…………………………12.5” H2O Impeller Size ……………………………………………………...………………..…………….16” Sound Rating ………………………………………………………..……………………….79 dB Switch ..........……………………………….…………. Magnetic Switch Inlet Size………………………………………………….……………...………..8”...
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BBCY 5 HP CYCLONE DUST COLLECTOR Motor ..........………..……….5 HP, 240-Volts, 60-Hz, Single Phase Amp ........... …………..………………………………………25 Amps Motor Speed ........……………...………………………………….3450 RPM Suction Capacity……………….………………………..……………………4350 / .2450 CFM Static Pressure………………………………………………..…………………………13.5” H2O Sound Rating……………………………………………………..……………………….78 dB Impeller Size……………………………………………………………..……………………16” Switch ..........………………………………..….… Magnetic Switch Inlet Size ...........
2 & 3 HP Cyclone Dust Collectors Un-packing & Inventory Your Cyclone dust collector was properly Filter Paddle Cover..........1 Swivel Casters 2" ..........4 packaged and shipped complete in cartons for Filter Handle Spindle.........1 safe transportation. When unpacking, carefully Collection Drum Handle ........1 inspect the carton and ensure that nothing has Collection Drum Dust Bag........1 been damaged during transit.
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Filter Paddle Cover........2 BBCY 5 HP Cyclone Dust Swivel Casters 2" ........4 Filter Handle Spindle........2 Collector Collection Drum Handle ......1 Collection Drum Dust Bag......1 Filter Dust Bag..........2 Un-packing & Inventory Support Legs..........2 Reinforcement Plates…………………..…2 Lining Plate………………………………..…..2 Your Cyclone dust collector was properly W.
PROPER GROUNDING to an outlet having the same configuration as the plug. Grounding provides a path of least resistance for It is strongly recommended not to use extension electric current to reduce the risk of electric shock. cords. Always try to position your machine close The BBCY series of Cyclone dust collectors are to the power source so that you do not need to equipped with a 240-volt, single phase motor...
ASSEMBLY Note: The following assembly instructions are for the BBCY2 and BBCY3 Cyclone Dust Collector. The BBCY5 is also mostly the same assembly except for the dual cannister filters. Please see the section at the end of the assembly instructions for the 5 HP assembly.
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NOTE: Orientation of the main housing. Ensure the motor is sitting over the front cut out of the base where the collection drum will be positioned. If main housing cannot be lifted with helpers a forklift might be necessary to ensure the operation can be done safely.
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NOTE: the mounting screws will go into the 7. Then replace magnetic switch cover and existing holes for the screws that secure the tighten (2) Phillips head screws See fig 20. cover to the base of the magnetic switch 8. With the help of 2 assistants attach cover.
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9. Attach cyclone funnel to intake barrel, using 5 ⁄ 16”-18 x 3/4” flange bolts and 5 ⁄ 16” flange nuts. See fig 23. Fig. 25 11.Using fasteners attached to spring bracket, place upper end of drum lock handle over outer stud on spring bracket. Fig.
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12. Attach 2” swivel casters to collection drum, using (1) 5 ⁄ 16”-18 hex nut on each. Adjust pre-installed flange nut and hex nut until drum rolls evenly without rocking or wobbling, then tighten both nuts to secure caster in place. Fig.
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Fig. 35 15. Secure the handle to the drum then insert large plastic dust bag inside ig. 32 collection drum, and fold excess length of bag over top of collection drum. 14. Attach flexible 8” hose to cyclone funnel and cyclone funnel then secure with hose clamp.
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Fig. 40 Fig. 38 Fig. 41 Fig. 40 18. Insert filter handle spindle so one of two M6-1.0 x 16 cap screw tips aligns with flat side of filter paddle spindle, then tighten 17. While assistant holds canister filter both cap screws to secure spindle. under main housing, reach into impeller housing and attach canister filter to impeller housing with 5 ⁄...
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Fig. 45 20. Install filter cleaning handle on spindle so that M6-1.0 x 16 hex bolt tip aligns with Fig. 42 spindle flat, then tighten hex bolt. 19. Slide filter paddle cover over filter handle spindle, then secure with (6) 5 ⁄ 16”- 18 x 3/4”...
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Attach plastic filter bag to canister filter 5HP Canister Assembly and secure with bag clamp Fig. 48 22. Install inlet adapter on intake port and secure with 3 ⁄ 16”-24 x 3 ⁄ 8” flange screw Fig. 50 Attach filter canisters to the main housing as described page 25 Fig.
3. Loosen M6-1.0 x 16 hex bolt on filter SERVICE cleaning handle, then remove handle. General 4. Remove (6) 5 ⁄ 16"-18 x 3 ⁄ 4" flange bolts securing filter paddle cover to This section covers the most common impeller housing, then lift cover over service adjustments or procedures that may spindle.
The operator performing this duty should Emptying/Replacing wear safety glasses and a filter mask. Collection Drum Bag If any servicing (other than the above cleaning) becomes necessary, it should be Dispose of the collection drum bag when dust fills it 3 ⁄ 4 full. Replace the bag if it performed by an authorized service center.
To clean canister filter, follow these Cleaning Canister steps: Filter This dust collector uses a handle and 1. DISCONNECT MACHINE FROM internal paddles to remove excess dust and POWER! debris from the filter pleats. Move the 2. Remove bag clamp, filter bag, and handle back and forth through its canister filter.
Troubleshooting This troubleshooting guide covers common problems that may occur with this machine. If you need replacement parts or additional troubleshooting help, contact our Customer Service Department. Note: Before You Call! Locate the machine model, serial number and manufacture date, and if available, your original purchase receipt.
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6. Adjust/replace centrifugal 6. Centrifugal switch/contact points at fault. switch/contact points if available. 7. Test by rotating shaft; rotational 7. Motor bearings at fault. grinding/loose shaft requires bearing replacement. Machine has vibration or 1. Inspect/replace damaged bolts/nuts, 1. Motor or component are loose. noisy and retighten with thread-locking fluid.
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3. Clean canister filter ; replace canister 3. Canister filter clogged/at fault. filter 4. Remove ducting from dust collector 4. Ducting blocked/restricted. inlet and unblock restriction. A plumbing snake may be necessary. 5. Dust collector too far away from point of 5.
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BBCY2 Parts list and assembly Drawing 33 |...
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2 HP quick release assembly and Canister assembly 34 |...
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Parts list 2HP Part Number Description Number PBBCY201 BASE PBBCY202 IMPELLER HOUSING PBBCY203 COLLECTION DRUM PBBCY204 INTAKE BARREL PBBCY205 CYCLONE FUNNEL PBBCY206 FILTER COVER PLATE PBBCY207 COLLECTION DRUM LID PBBCY208 CASTER 2" DRUM PBBCY209 NUT - HEX 5/16"-18 PBBCY210 CASTER 2-1/2", LOCKING SWIVEL PBBCY211 INLET ADAPTER 7"...
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PBBCY237 IMPELLER WASHER 6 X 38 X 4MM PBBCY238 SCREW- CAP M6-1 X 30LH PBBCY239 COLLECTION DRUM GASKET PBBCY240 HOSE CLAMP 1-3/4" PBBCY241 VACUUM HOSE 1-1/2" X 60" PBBCY242 HOSE CLAMP 8-1/2" PBBCY243R SUPPORT LEG(RIGHT) PBBCY243L SUPPORT LEG (LEFT) PBBCY244 BACKING PLATE PBBCY245 RUBBER GASKET...
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BBCY3 PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DRAWING 38 |...
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BBCY3 HP Canister and QUICK RELEASE ASSEMBLY 39 |...
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BBCY 3 PARTS LIST Part Number Description Number PBBCY301 BASE PBBCY302R RIGHT SUPPORT LEG PBBCY302L LEFT SUPPORT LEG PBBCY303 IMPELLER HOUSING PBBCY304 COLLECTION DRUM PBBCY305 INTAKE BARREL PBBCY306 CYCLONE FUNNEL PBBCY307 FILTER COVER PLATE PBBCY308 CANISTER FILTER ASSY PBBCY38-1 CANISTER FILTER PBBCY38-2 FILTER PADDLE SPINDLE PBBCY38-3...
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PBBCY324 COLLECTION DRUM HANDLE PBBCY325 PHLP HD SCR 1/4"-20 X 5/8" PBBCY326 ACORN NUT 1/4-20 PBBCY327 FOAM GASKET 120 X 140MM PBBCY328 DRUM WINDOW 120 X 140MM ACRYLIC PBBCY329 RIVET 2 X 4MM ALUMINUM PBBCY330 DRUM LOCK HANDLE PBBCY331 PHLP HD SCR 3/16" - 24 X 3/8" BBCY332 MAG SWITCH PBBCY333...
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55-10 PBBCY355-10 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 55-11 PBBCY355-11 FLANGE NUT 5/16-18 55-12 PBBCY355-12 LOCK HANDLE GUIDE FIXING PIECE 55-13 PBBCY355-13 LOCK HANDLE GUIDE 55-14 PBBCY355-14 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 5/16-18 X 3/4 55-15 PBBCY355-15 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 1/4-20 X 1/2 55-16 PBBCY355-16 HEX NUT 5/16-18...
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BBCY5 5 HP CANISTER AND QUICK RELEASE ASSEMBLY 44 |...
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BBCY 5 PARTS LISTS Part Number Description Number PBBCY501 IMPELLER HOUSING PBBCY502 BASE PBBCY503L RIGHT SUPPORT LEG PBBCY503R LEFT SUPPORT LEG PBBCY504 CYCLONE FUNNEL PBBCY505 COLLECTION DRUM LID PBBCY506 COLLECTION DRUM PBBCY507 MOTOR COVER PLATE PBBCY508 CANISTER FILTER ASSY PBBCY58-1 CANISTER FILTER PBBCY58-2 FILTER PADDLE SPINDLE...
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PBBCY524 HEX NUT 5/16"-18 PBBCY525 HEX NUT 3/8"-16 PBBCY526 INLET ADAPTER CAP 4" PBBCY527 PHLP HD SCR 3/16" - 24 X 3/8" PBBCY528 COLLECTION DRUM HANDLE PBBCY529 PHLP HD SCR 1/4"-20 X 5/8" PBBCY530 ACORN NUT 1/4-20 PBBCY531 FOAM GASKET 120 X 140MM PBBCY532 DRUM WINDOW 120 X 140MM ACRYLIC PBBCY533...
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55-10 PBBCY555-10 HEX BOLT 5/16-18 X 1-1/2 55-11 PBBCY555-11 FLANGE NUT 5/16-18 55-12 PBBCY555-12 LOCK HANDLE GUIDE FIXING PIECE 55-13 PBBCY555-13 LOCK HANDLE GUIDE 55-14 PBBCY555-14 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 5/16-18 X 3/4 55-15 PBBCY555-15 BUTTON HD CAP SCR 1/4-20 X 1/2 55-16 PBBCY555-16 HEX NUT 5/16-18...
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This warranty shall not apply to consumable products such as blades, bits, belts, cutters, chisels, punches etc. Busy Bee Tools shall in no event be liable for injuries, accidental or otherwise, death to persons or damage to property or for incidental contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our products.
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