Centurionpro Gc1 User manual

OWNERS MANUAL

BUCKERS: GC1, GC3

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IF WARRANTY REPAIR IS REQUIRED, PLEASE CONTACT THE MANUFACTURER AT 1-855-535-0558 OR

[email protected] AND PROVIDE THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:

1. Model and serial number - Located on the front of the bucker

2. Proof of purchase date

3. A copy of the original Warranty Registration Card or Online Submission

4. Details of the defect or problem (include photos and videos)

YOU MAY BE DENIED WARRANTY COVERAGE IF YOUR MACHINE HAS FAILED

DUE TO ANY OF THE FOLLOWING:

Product abuse Normal wear

Product neglect Accidental damage

Improper maintenance Unapproved modications

Improper electrical connection

OWNERS MANUAL

THE TABLETOP

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GENTLE CUT - GC BUCKERS

GENERAL

• Do not move, disassemble, clean or inspect the Bucker while the power is still connected to the machine.

• The Buckers are very heavy - Never lift alone and always use proper lifting techniques.

• Ensure unit is secured to the stand, or is on a hard and leveled surface.

• Replacement parts are specic to The Buckers and must be purchased from an authorized dealer only.

• Substituting factory parts with non-approved third-party replacements may result in damage to the

machine or bodily harm.

• Keep all individuals a safe distance from the work area. Do not operate the machine around children.

• Do not remove safety labels. Replace any and all labels if they become damaged or obscured

CONNECTION

• As with home appliances, GC Buckers must be used in connection with a properly

grounded receptacle.

• Never plug in or power up your Bucker machine if the protective shrouds are removed.

• Do not use extension cords smaller than 12 gauge or longer than 7.6m (25ft) in length

to power the Bucker.

• Using unrated extension cords can cause motor overheating and premature failure.

The GC Buckers are a high-powered machines that require special safety precautions to be practiced while in operation to reduce the risk of personal injury.

Improper use of the GC Bucker may cause serious or fatal injury. Please read the precautions and warning labels before using the GC Bucker.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

CENTURION PRO SOLUTIONS:

GC BUCKERS

OPERATION

• GC Buckers comes from the manufacturer set with the optimal blade rotation. The initial set up will

show assembly instructions.

• Safety glasses and dust masks must be worn at all times when operating Buckers.

• Do not operate any Bucker machine while tired or under the inuence of medication, drugs

or alcohol.

• Do not put anything other than plant material into the Bucker. Doing so may cause damage to the

machine or result in bodily harm.

• Operate the Bucker in a well ventilated area in order to prevent overheating.

MAINTENANCE

• Never leave the GC Bucking system running unattended.

• Never conduct maintenance or cleaning while the machine is plugged in.

• Do not modify or adapt any part of the Bucker or its accessories. Doing so may cause irreversible

damage to the machine or result in bodily harm.

DO NOT LEND OUT OR RENT YOUR GC BUCKER WITHOUT THIS OPERATING MANUAL.

A FIRST TIME USER SHOULD OBTAIN PROPER INSTRUCTION PRIOR TO USE.

0PERATING THE GC BUCKER WITHOUT READING THE INSTRUCTIONS THAT ACCOMPANY A CAUTIONARY LABEL

(IE. "DANGER", "CAUTION", "WARNING", OR "NOTICE" SYMBOL), MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.

FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE AND LIFE, THE BUCKER BLADE

MUST BE REMOVED AND CLEANED AFTER DAILY USE.

GC BUCKER AIR BLOWER

DRY BUCKING TIPS

3 STEPS FOR OPTIMAL PROCESSING

ENVIRONMENT PREPARATION

• Ensure adequate space

• Review electrical requirements

• Have adequate bins for product transport

• Cooler temperatures in processing room is

bene cial

PLANT PREPARATION

• Cut main stalk

• Seperate each individual stem

(no 'y' junctions)

• Leave 3" of stem for clearance into machine

• Ensure clean angled cuts for precise feeding

FEEDING

• Keep prepped product stem side up for

eﬃ ciency

• Size the stem to  t the ideal hole

• Feed end  rst into machine

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MOISTURE CONTENT

• If ﬂ owers are too dry, colas may fall apart

when destemmed

• Optimal moisture content: 12% - 14%

• Let the GC bucker gently slice stem from

ﬂ ower, rather than pulling or popping

FLOWER CONSISTENCY

• Small stems should snap when bent, but

big stalks should remain pliable

• If stems are too brittle, they may break

upon entering the machine

• Buds should be “springy” and return to

their original shape when squeeze

FEED RATE

• Insert stalks slowly, controlling the feed rate

• Handle dry plants delicately

• Catch de-stemmed ﬂ owers as they are

sliced from stalks

PLANT PREPPING 101

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

GC3 - ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

EXTENSION CORD

12 AWG (min AWG SIZE)

7.6m/25ft MAX LENGTH

GC1 - ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

EXTENSION CORD

14 AWG (min AWG SIZE)

7.6m/25ft MAX LENGTH

HP BUCKER CONNECTIONS

EUROPE, SOUTH AMERICA & ASIA

CONNECTOR PLUG

REGULAR WALL OUTLET

HP BUCKER CONNECTIONS

CANADA, USA, MEXICO & JAPAN

CONNECTOR PLUG

REGULAR WALL OUTLET

WARRANTY

IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

PLANT PREP 101 - 3 STEPS FOR OPTIMAL PROCESSING, DRY BUCKING TIPS

TABLE OF CONTENTS

COMPONENT OVERVIEW

ASSEMBLY TO SINGLE STAND (GC1)

ASSEMBLY TO TRIPLE STAND (GC3)

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

BLOWER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

BUCKER SPECIFICATIONS

GENERAL OPERATIONS

TROUBLESHOOTING

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

RETURN/REFUND POLICY

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COMPONENT OVERVIEW

50490

BLOWER

NA (0.25HP 60HZ)

EU/AUS (0.25HP 50HZ)

50460

SIDE PLATE

RIGHT

50477

TOP PLATE 50473

BOTTOM PLATE

LEFT

50478

BEARING BAR

50472

CROSS BAR

FRONT

50474

BOTTOM PLATE

RIGHT

50481

COVER

50472

CROSS BAR

BACK

50468

LEG

50151 (60 HZ)

51031 (50 HZ)

MOTOR

50475

CUTTING BLADE

50484

PULLEY

0.625-2 OD

CP-7014

MOTOR PLATE

50461

SIDE PLATE

- HOLE LEFT

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GC3 TRIPLE BUCKER SPECIFICATIONS

GC3 BUCKER

Input Voltage NA: 25 Amp - 110V, 60Hz Single Phase

EU, AUS: 9 Amp - 220V, 50Hz Single Phase

Current Draw < 23A Operating

Motor 0.25HP (x3)

Motor RPM 1750 RPM (x3)

Weight (w/ stand) 391lbs / 212kg

Length 102in / 259cm

Width 32.5in / 82.55cm

Height 55in / 140cm

Circuit Breaker Required NA: 30A/120V

EU, AUS: 20A/220V

GC3 BUCKER FEATURES

Feed Throughput +120lbs/hr (Hydrated)

Feed Entry Sizes 3-hole (3/16”, 1/4”, 3/8”)

Feed Types Wet/Dry

GMP Compliant* Yes

UL Compliant* Yes

CE Compliant* Yes

RoHS Compliant* Yes

Primary Material 304 Stainless Steel / Aluminum

GC1 BUCKER SPECIFICATIONS

GC1 BUCKER

Input Voltage NA: 6 Amp - 110V, 60Hz Single Phase

EU, AUS: 3 Amp - 220V, 50Hz Single Phase

Current Draw < 3A Operating

Motor 0.25HP

Motor RPM 1750 RPM

Weight (w/o stand) 65lbs / 29.5kg

Length (w/o stand) 15in / 38cm

Width (w/o stand) 27.5in / 70cm

Height (w/o stand) 18in / 46cm

Circuit Breaker Required NA: 15A/120V

EU, AUS: 15A/220V

GC1 BUCKER FEATURES

Feed Throughput +40lbs/hr (Hydrated)

Feed Entry Sizes 3-hole (3/16”, 1/4”, 3/8”)

Feed Types Wet/Dry

GMP Compliant* Yes

UL Compliant* Yes

CE Compliant* Yes

RoHS Compliant* Yes

Primary Material 304 Stainless Steel / Aluminum

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STEP 1:

REMOVE

LEGS

STEP 2:

ATTACH TRIM

SAVER BAG

ASSEMBLY TO SINGLE STAND

Unscrew

legs from

the inside.

STEP 3:

MOUNT BUCKER

ONTO STAND

A) Line up existing holes on the

Bucker to the holes on the

adapter plate. Attach using:

4 - 3/8" x 1" bolts

4 - 3/8" nuts

4 - 3/8" x 7/8" washers

B) Line up existing holes

on the stand to the

holes on the adapter

plate. Attach using:

7 - 3/16" x 0.75" bolts

Repeat 3x for the Triple Stand

GC1

Re-assemble bucker

in reverse order as

per "Cleaning &

Maintenance".

STEP 4:

REASSEMBLE

BUCKER

*STAND SOLD SEPERATELY

*Ensure machine is unplugged before cleaning.

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STEP 1:

MOUNT BUCKER

ONTO TRIPLE

STAND

STEP 3:

CONNECT FLEX

DUSTING HOSE

TO BLOWER

Attach ex dusting hose

to all 3 workstations on

bottom of Bucker using

??? screws.

Re-assemble bucker in

reverse order.

STEP 2:

CONNECT FLEX

DUSTING HOSE

TO BUCKER

STEP 4:

REASSEMBLE

BUCKER

A) Line up existing holes on the

Bucker to the holes on the

adapter plate. Attach using:

4 - 3/8" x 1" bolts

4 - 3/8" nuts

4 - 3/8" x 7/8" washers

A) Attach 3-head diverter to

blower using: 1 - 0.25"

phillips head screw

B) Line up existing holes

on the stand to the

holes on the adapter

plate. Attach using:

7 - 3/16" x 0.75" bolts

B) Attach the other end of

the ex dusting hose

from each Bucker, to

the Blower's diverter

ports by securing it

with a 3" hose clamp.

3" hose clamp.

ASSEMBLY TO TRIPLE STAND

GC3

*Ensure machine is unplugged before cleaning.

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STEP 1:

REMOVE

BEARING BAR

STEP 4:

BLADE

CLEANING

4 - 3/16" hex top x 0.75" bolts 10 - 3/16" hex top x

0.5" bolts

Clean the BLADE of

debris by soaking

in warm water and

wiping down with

alcohol.

Re-assemble bucker

in reverse order.

Please refer to

"Blower Maintenance & Cleaning"

section of the manual.

2 - 1/8" x 0.5" bolts

STEP 2:

REMOVE TOP

PLATE

STEP 5:

CLEAN

BLOWER

STEP 3:

BLADE

REMOVAL

STEP 6:

REASSEMBLE

BUCKER

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE *Ensure machine is unplugged before cleaning.

FOR OPTIMAL PERFORMANCE AND LIFE,

THE BUCKER BLADE MUST BE REMOVED

AND CLEANED AFTER DAILY USE.

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STEP 1:

DISASSEMBLE BLOWER

Remove 3 - Hexagon cap screws

6mm x 20mm bolts from inside of

machine to detach blower.

STEP 2:

CLEANING STEP 3:

REASSEMBLE

BLOWER CLEANING & MAINTENANCE

Thoroughly clean inside bucker by

removing all loose debris & blockage.

Reassemble blower

as per step 1.

CLEAN LOOSE DEBRIS AFTER 10 HOURS OF USE.

*Ensure machine is unplugged before cleaning.

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Directions for cleaning:

A thorough cleaning of the GC Bucker should be performed after each use. Any resin build-

up on the machine attracts more resin, compounding the problem. Build-up can cause

decreased performance, overheating and could trip your circuit breaker. Future cleaning

also becomes more dicult if build-up is given a chance to dry out and harden. Operating

the GC Bucker in a cold environment will also reduce resin build-up.

After disassembly, all chutes, springs and guards can be soaked using hot water and, or

wiped with isopropyl alcohol. Soak all other surfaces with soap and warm water and let sit

for 5-10 minutes. Repeat 2-3 times to soften the resin, then powerwash to remove debris.

Be sure to wash the under side of the cartridge also. Any stubborn areas, such as the top

plate, may require scrubbing with a sti bristled or a plastic scraper (do not use a metal

scraper). Plant matter build-up is the most obvious sign that more attention is needed in a

particular area. Dry the machine with compressed air or a soft cloth.

• There are a series of holes located on the front of the top plate for bucking

• Stems are fed through the holes of the machine by hand

• Each plant must have 3 inches of base stem to clear the buckers

• Please note all strains run dierently and certain denser strains can need the top

colas taken o before being run

1. Make sure Bucker is turned o

2. Using provided tools, remove Bearing Bar and then the Top Plate

3. Clean Top Plate with isopropyl alcohol using brushes provided

4. Spray Top Plate liberally with isopropyl alcohol

5. Wipe down using a soft cloth, making sure the machine is dry completely

6. Clear out any debris on the bottom of the chute

7. Spray blade liberally with isopropyl alcohol

8. Wipe down using a soft cloth, making sure the machine is dry completely

The GC Bucker is a precision machine. It is essential that it is operated and maintained

with this in mind. The machine has been adjusted and tested by the manufacturer prior to

shipping to ensure optimal performance. However, it is important to inspect the machine at

initial start-up and after each use to ensure that no damage or plant material build-up has

occurred and that the blades spin freely.

In addition, it is highly recommended to clean the machine at the end of every use. This

ensures that the blades are kept lubricated and that resin does not build-up and aect

performance. This is especially important if the machine has been stored for an extended

period of time.

Resins and other plant by-products will build up and harden, becoming dicult to remove.

Cold water is recommended to spray on blades during harvest to reduce build-up.

MACHINE MAINTENANCE

Inspection of the either GC Bucker should be conducted prior to each

use following the upcoming disassembly section and these steps:

1. Unplug the Bucker and visually inspect all of the components for wear, damage and plant

matter build-up.

2. Remove the bearing plate, top plate. See disassembly section for instructions.

3. Inspect the blade for damage or cracking.

4. Remove springs and ensure the upper jaw rotates up and down freely.

5. Ensure the blade spins freely

6. Visually inspect the blower and ensure the Bucker is free of loose debris.

INSPECTION

CLEANING

NOTE

• Tool kit provided with Bucker

• Brush / Plastic scraper

• Spray bottle lled with isopropyl alcohol

• Soft cloths

MATERIALS NEEDED

PREPPING YOUR PLANT:

2 STEPS FOR OPTIMAL PROCESSING

1) ENVIRONMENT PREPARATION

• Ensure adequate space

• Review electrical requirements

• Have adequate bins for product transport

• Cooler temperatures in processing room is benecial

2) PLANT PREPARATION

• Cut main stalk

• Seperate each individual stem (no 'Y' junctions)

• Leave 3" of stem for clearance into machine

• Ensure clean angled cuts for precise feeding

• Keep prepped product stem side up for eciency

• Size the stem to t the ideal hole

• Feed end rst into machine

GENERAL OPERATIONS

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1) MOTOR IS VERY HOT

The motor is designed to operate at higher temperatures, avoid contact with the motor during regular operation. The motor is thermally fused and will shut down automatically if

overheating occurs

2) MACHINE IS JAMMED, OR MISFED WITH PLANT MATTER

This can happen when too large of a branch is put through the machine. Shut the machine down and remove the top plate exposing the cutting blade. Clear this area of any

debris, reassemble the place and start the machine back up. You should be good to go. Be mindful that the cutting blade is extremely sharp and to avoid direct contact to arms or

hands without wearing proper safety protective gear.

3) THERE IS A GRINDING SOUND COMING FROM THE MACHINE

This can be caused by worn out bearings, misaligned gears or improperly installed components. With the machine turned 'O' and unplugged, try removing the Bearing Bar

and Top Plate and spin the blade by hand, if the blade rotates smoothly there is an issue with the drive assembly. If the blade was recently replaced / cleaned; then it is likely an

alignment issue, otherwise the bearings are damaged and need replacement.

4) DOES THE STEM HAVE TO BE A CERTAIN LENGTH TO FEED TO THE BUCKER?

Yes, there must be 3 inches of base stem to clear the cutters.

5) DO I NEED A SPECIAL OUTLET FOR THE BUCKER?

CenturionPro Buckers can be plugged into any standard 110V wall outlet (220V AUS/EU).

6) DO THE GC BUCKERS WORK BEST WITH A PARTICULAR STRAIN?

GC Buckers are extremely versatile and can handle any strain, but please note that all strains run dierently.

TROUBLESHOOTING

HOW EASY IS IT TO CLEAN?

Our machines can be taken apart and cleaned within 10-15 minutes. The Bucker must be cleaned

after daily use. Just spray the rollers liberally with isopropyl alcohol, then wipe with a soft cloth. We

recommend to clean every 4-6 hours of use, but it depends on your strain. We know the importance of

down time during a harvest so we wanted to make this process extremely quick and easy

DO YOUR MACHINES TRIM WET OR DRY?

All CenturionPro Buckers trims both wet and dry to t your processing needs.

ARE YOUR MACHINES BUILT TO AN INDUSTRIAL STANDARD?

We do not compromise quality for cost savings. All CenturionPro Solutions machines are composed

of the highest quality materials available in North America and each machine is put through a

comprehensive quality control inspection. We only use brand name components in the build out of

our Bucker machines which enables us to have the comfort in giving you a 5 year warranty. With proper

maintenance these machines will last you well over a decade.

WHAT IS THE OPTIMAL ROOM TEMPERATURE TO TRIM?

Use your CenturionPro Bucker in 50-60 °F (10- 15 °C) room to get the best performance.

Cooler temperatures prevent excessive sticking to machine components.

MY MACHINE IS NOT WORKING LIKE IT DID WHEN IT WAS NEW, WHY?

Make sure to fully clean the machine and rollers. If the machine is clean and the rollers are free of

debris, then your machine should trim exactly like it was new.

FOR ALL OTHER ISSUES, PLEASE EMAIL [email protected], WE WOULD BE HAPPY TO HELP YOU.

RETURN/REFUND POLICY

Once the machinery/parts are opened and/or used they are no longer eligible for refund or exchange. Customers can only return if written notice of return has been provided to CenturionPro Solutions within 7

days of receiving their machine and the machine or any component of which have not been used. There will be a 20% restocking fee and the customer will be responsible for all shipping costs. Returns must be

packaged same as it arrived and CenturionPro is not liable for any shipping damage incurred on return. If damage occurs in transit on return, CenturionPro will refuse the return and customer will need to process

a claim with their shipping provider. Any missing or damaged items must be reported to CenturionPro within 14 business days of receiving the shipment.