BUSS - Service Manuals
16 manuals available for download
BUSS is a trusted manufacturer of wood planing machinery with a rich heritage in surface finishing equipment. Our comprehensive collection of technical documentation—including service manuals, owner's manuals, repair guides, and detailed parts lists—supports woodworking professionals in maintaining and troubleshooting their equipment. Whether you need a workshop manual for routine maintenance, a troubleshooting guide for operational issues, or precise technical data for parts identification, our PDF downloads provide the authoritative information required to keep your BUSS machinery operating at peak performance.
Buss Incline Bed Surface Planers Technical Data
Technical data and product specifications for Buss incline bed surface planers, covering single and double planing models 4-L, 44, 66, 88, 55, and Micro-Surfer. This documentation includes working capacities, roll configurations and positioning, bed adjustment mechanisms, net weights for each model, and detailed information on standard features such as the shearing bar, lower roll micrometer control for precision depth setting, and instantaneous pressure bar control systems. Essential reference for setup, operation, and maintenance of Buss planing equipment.
Buss No. 4/4A Cabinet Planers Owner's Manual
Installation and operating manual for Buss High Speed Ball Bearing No. 4 and No. 4A cabinet planers in single and double configurations. Provides comprehensive guidance on foundation setup, cylinder placement and centering within bearings, pressure bar adjustment, chipbreaker settings, and roll configuration including upper pressure rolls, sectional infeed rolls, and outfeed roll management. Details maintenance and oiling procedures specific to ball bearings and roll boxes to ensure long-term equipment reliability. Extensive sections address knife setting, grinding, and jointing for both thin and thick blades, with step-by-step jointing device operation, grinding stone techniques, and whetstone sharpening methods. Covers adjustment of lower rolls, sectional roll spring maintenance, and feed motor operation to keep the planer performing at peak efficiency. This service manual is essential for operators and technicians responsible for setup, tuning, and upkeep of these industrial woodworking machines.
Buss No. 55 Double Surface Planer - Information Manual
Information manual for the Buss No. 55 Double Surface Roughing Planer, an industrial woodworking machine from B & T Machinery Co., Holland, Michigan (formerly Buss Machine Works, Inc.). This workshop manual covers operation, maintenance, parts identification, and assembly procedures—everything operators and technicians need for routine upkeep and equipment setup of this heavy-duty surface planer.
Buss No. 55 Double Surface Planer Parts List
Parts list and assembly drawings for the Buss No. 55 Double Surface Planer, providing detailed identification of all components and subassemblies. Includes a right side cross-section view (drawing 150908-D) and top plan view (drawing 150905-D), each with comprehensive numbered callouts corresponding to individual parts. Essential reference material for maintenance, repair, and parts ordering for this industrial woodworking planer model.
Buss No. 55 Wood Planer Information Manual
Information and maintenance manual for the Buss No. 55 wood planer (Fast Feed Double Roughing Surfacer), a heavy-duty woodworking machine from Buss Machine Works in Holland, Michigan. This workshop manual covers all aspects of setup and operation, including foundation installation requirements, exhaust system design and specifications, proper lubrication points and intervals for all moving parts, cutterhead ball bearing care and adjustment, knife indexing techniques to maintain blade sharpness, and detailed knife setting procedures critical for consistent planing depth and surface finish. Supplemented with photographs of internal planer mechanisms and key adjustment locations to guide technicians and operators through maintenance tasks and troubleshooting. Essential reference for anyone responsible for the upkeep and safe operation of this machine.
Buss No. 88 Double Surfacer Parts List
Comprehensive parts list for the Buss No. 88 Double Surfacer, featuring exploded view diagrams that break down every component assembly. Includes detailed technical photographs with precise part numbers and location callouts essential for accurate identification, ordering replacements, and performing repairs or reassembly. Reference material suitable for technicians, operators, and maintenance staff working with this woodworking machinery.
Buss No. 88 Double Surfacer Technical Data
Technical data sheet for the Buss No. 88 Double Surfacer, a precision woodworking planer manufactured by Buss Machine Works in Holland, Michigan. This service manual covers complete specifications and setup details for this wedge-adjusted bed model equipped with eight powered feed rolls. The documentation outlines capacity ratings from 30x7 to 40x7 inches, feed rate specifications, cutterhead motor performance characteristics, and grinding system information. Electrical equipment is detailed for standard 220 or 440 volt, 50 cycle, three-phase configurations. Includes a complete equipment list for operation and maintenance. Essential reference for technicians servicing or maintaining this industrial planing machine.
Buss Wood Planers - Introduction Manual
Introduction manual for Buss single and double surface wood planers covering models No. 4-L, No. 44, No. 66, No. 88, No. 55, and Micro-Surfacer. This workshop manual provides complete specifications for planing widths from 24 to 56 inches, with detailed technical information on wedge-adjusted beds, roll configurations, shearing bar operation, lower roll micrometer control, and instantaneous pressure bar control. Includes net weight data for selected models. Essential reference for anyone operating or maintaining these industrial wood planing machines.
Buss Wood Planers Information Manual
Information manual for Buss wood planers covering single-surface models (4-L, 44, 66) and double-surface models (88, 55), plus the Micro-Surfacer. This technical reference details specifications, operational capacities, net weights, and essential features including the shearing bar, lower roll micrometer control, and instantaneous pressure bar control. Published by Buss Machine Works, a subsidiary of Greenlee Bros. & Co. of Holland, Michigan. A comprehensive resource for setup, operation, and maintenance of these industrial wood planing machines.
Buss Wood Planers Single Surface Information Manual
Information manual for Buss single and double surface wood planers covering models 4-L, 44, 66, 88, 55 and Micro-Surfacer. This technical reference details specifications, operating capacities, and design features across wedge-adjusted and screw-adjusted bed configurations with 4, 6, and 8-roll setups. Width capacities span 24 to 52 inches. The manual also traces the historical development of Buss wood planing machinery from 1862 forward, providing context for understanding these industrial woodworking machines. Serves as a comprehensive service and maintenance reference for operators and technicians working with Buss planer equipment.
Model 88 Double Surfacer Information Manual
Information manual for the BUSS Model 88 Double Surfacer, a comprehensive workshop reference covering operation and maintenance of this industrial wood-planing machine. Detailed sections address knife balancing and positioning, chipbreaker adjustment, the practical differences between jointed and unjoint blade configurations, and how to achieve consistent surface quality across varying wood moisture content. Explains cutting angles, blower system upkeep, and the technical specifications that enable the Model 88 to handle both fine cabinet work and high-production finishing runs. Also traces the evolution of double surfacer technology from early designs through to modern machines, providing historical context alongside practical troubleshooting and setup guidance for operators seeking optimal results.
No. 208 Single Surface Planer Parts List
Parts list for the BUSS No. 208 Single Surface Wood Planer, a 20" × 8" industrial woodworking machine from March 1950 and later. This catalog provides detailed nomenclature for frame assembly, chipbreaker assembly, and cylinder components, with part numbers and quantities for each piece. Use it to order replacement parts, perform maintenance, or restore this classic surface planer to working condition.
No. 44 and No. 66 Surface Planers Instructions
Operation and maintenance instructions for Buss No. 44 and No. 66 single surface planers. This workshop manual covers foundational setup and exhaust system installation, along with detailed lubrication schedules to keep the planer running smoothly. You'll find step-by-step guidance on pressure bar and chipbreaker adjustment, sectional infeed roll configuration, and lower feed roll tuning. The manual walks through cutterhead ball bearing maintenance, knife setting and jointing procedures essential for clean cuts, plus proven knife grinding and wheel dressing techniques. Includes practical information on roll tension control, micrometer adjuster operation, and knife care methods that preserve sharp cutting edges and protect your equipment from damage.
No. 55 Double Surfacer Service Manual
Comprehensive service manual for the Buss No. 55 Fast Feed Heavy Duty Double Surfacer (model 48-9-1), providing complete operating and maintenance guidance for woodworking shop technicians and operators. Covers foundation setup and installation procedures, with detailed lubrication schedules for cutterhead ball bearings, roll boxes, and the reduction unit using specified oils (No. 10-W, 20-W, and 600-W grades). The knife maintenance section addresses setting procedures (3/32" to 1/8" from lips), knife jointing techniques, and grinding operations with dedicated equipment maintenance protocols. Adjustment instructions cover the lower cutterhead assembly, lower feed rolls, pressure bar, chipbreakers, sectional infeed roll configuration, and top outfeed roll alignment. Technical specifications include exhaust system requirements (minimum 3" water gauge negative pressure) and jointing feed rate parameters (75 feet per minute operational threshold). Four-page manual with practical troubleshooting and setup guidance for keeping your surfacer operating at peak performance.
Type 4-L Inclined Bed Surfacer Parts List
Parts list and operating instructions for the Buss Type 4-L inclined bed surface planer, covering both Model H and Model M configurations manufactured in 24", 26", and 30" widths. Documents the compact design featuring fully enclosed and protected motors with electrical controls integrated directly into the frame structure. This workshop manual also covers interchangeable components and assemblies used across the Buss No. 44 and No. 66 single surfacers and No. 88 double surfacer, detailing grinder components, sectional rolls, chipbreaker assemblies, and cutterhead mechanical elements. Essential reference for maintenance, parts identification, and equipment operation.
Type 4L Inclined Bed Planers Parts List and Manual
Parts list and operating instructions for Buss Type 4L Model H and Model M inclined bed surface planers, covering the Buss No. 44 and No. 66 single surfacers and No. 88 double surfacer. This workshop manual (Manual No. 47) from Buss Machine Works in Holland, Michigan provides comprehensive parts identification and operational guidance for wedge-adjusted bed type planers. Essential reference for anyone servicing, maintaining, or operating these industrial woodworking machines. Includes detailed component breakdown and setup procedures.