IMER USA 1126605 User manual
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMER U.S.A. inc.
MINUTEMAN MIXER
(1126605)
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Machine serial N°
Part. number 3206366 - R01 - 10/2001
Imer U.S.A. Inc.
207 Lawrence Avenue
So. San Francisco,
CA 94080
Tel.(650) 872-2200
Fax(650)873-6482
Thank you for purchasing a MINUTEMAN Mixer from an IMER U.S.A. dealer.Your decision is an
intelligent one. No other mixer in the world today offers the features and value of the MINUTEMAN
Mixer.
At IMER U.S.A. we continually search for ways to better serve our customers. Should you have an idea
or thought to share with us regarding this Product we would appreciate hearing from you. Our motto is
"Tools and Services for the 21st Century". We look forward to delivering the goods.
Thank you again for your purchase,
* After the initial set-up the MINUTEMAN Mixer can be knocked down or reassembled in
1 minute.
* Direct drive drum rotation, efficient and safe.
* Portable, the large 12" wheels make moving the MINUTEMAN a breeze around the
home or job site.
* Compact, the clever design allows the MINUTEMAN to fit into the trunk or hatchback
area of almost all cars.
* Finish, the high quality of paint and construction components ensure a piece of equipment
that you will be proud to own for years.
Mace T. Coleman, Jr.
President, Imer U.S.A. Inc.
207 Lawrence Avenue
So. San Francisco, CA 94080
Tel.(650) 872-2200
Fax(650)873-6482
MATR.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................................... page 4
NOISE EMISSION LEVEL........................................................................................ page 4
WIRING DIAGRAM ................................................................................................... page 5
SAFETY NOTES ...................................................................................................... page 6
ASSEMBLY ............................................................................................................... page 7
MOVING THE MINUTEMAN.................................................................................. page 9
SETTING UP THE MINUTEMAN .......................................................................... page 9
OPERATING THE MINUTEMAN .......................................................................... page10
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING......................................................................... page11
ORDERING SPARE PARTS ..................................................................................... page11
SPARE PARTS DIAGRAM ....................................................................................... page12
WARRANTY ......................................................................................................... page15
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Product development and improvement is an ongoing process, therefore, specifications may change
without notice.
* Capacities based on usable volume.
TECHNICAL DATA
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1 MIXING DRUM 5 GEARBOX MOUNTING FRAME
2 ON/OFF SWITCH 6 SWIVEL BRACKET
3 DUMP HANDLE 7 MAIN FRAME
4 MOTOR AND GEARBOX DRIVE 8 DRAW BAR
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The MINUTEMAN has a noise emission level of 68 decibels.
NOISE EMISSION LEVEL
WIRING DIAGRAM
WARNING
Any type of electrical repair or trouble-shooting should only be performed by an
IMER dealer or a properly qualified electrical repair shop.For assistance with
any electrical difficulty, IMER U.S.A. is always directly available for assistance.Call
415.872.2200 between 8-5 Pacific Standard Time.
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S1
F2
C1
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Protection wire
Neutral wire
Phase wire
Stop and start button
Thermal protection for electric motor
Capacitor
Single phase motor
Motor winding
Motor winding
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Your MINUTEMAN mixer has been designed with safety in mind. However, as with any type of machinery,
some basic DO'S and DONT'S apply:
IMPORTANT !
READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY !
Place your hand or hands in or around any part of
the drum while it is operating !
DO NOT
Place any tools or instruments in or around the drum
while it is operating !
DO NOT
DO NOT
Clean, assemble or work on the unit while it is plugged in !
Allow water to contact the motor or electrical connections at any time !
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
Operate the unit in or around water puddles.
DO NOT
Leave the machine unattended !
DO NOT
Operate the mixer on a surface that is not flat or is
uneven !
Always operate the MINUTEMAN on a level surface,
if placed on an incline the machine will fall over.
Allow other persons around the mixer while it is operating !
SAFETY NOTES
DO NOT
Operate the mixer while under the influence of alcohol or drugs !
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SAFETY NOTES
DO
Read all the instructions before operating the mixer.
DO
Use caution when assembling and transporting the mixer.
DO
Keep the mixer clean and free of debris and mix build-up.
DO
Keep all the moving parts lightly greased (wheel axles, swivel bracket, etc.).
DO
Periodically inspect your mixer for abnormal wear or damage.
ASSEMBLY- Follow drawings 1 thru 6 -
DO
Wear the appropiate safety gear; hard hat ,gloves, goggles, ear protection and wear
tight clothing around the mixer.Loose clothing can cause injury should it become
entangled with the mixer.
Do not start and stop the mixer with material in the drum, this will damage the motor and is
not the best way to mix.
Always have the drum rotating when filling or discharging the mixer
DO NOT
Place the main frame (# 18 Drawing 1) on a
level surface as illustrated in this diagram.
Insert and secure the draw bar (# 20 Drawing
1) into the main frame with the 3" hex head
bolt and nut, using the open wrench provided
in the assembly kit.
Slide the wheels (# 8 Drawing 1) onto the main
frame bar(# 18 Drawing 1) and anchor them
in place with the cotter pins (# 13 Drawing
1)which are included in the assembly kit
provided with each MINUTEMAN mixer.
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Fit the gear-box frame and motor assembly
(# 7 Drawing 1) into the swivel bracket (# 15
Drawing 1) with the anchor pin, (# 17 Drawing
1) slide the cotter pin through the anchor pin
hole (# 16 Drawing 1).
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Mount the mixing drum (# 4 Drawing 1) onto
the gear-box shaft (# 42 - # 6 Drawing 2) by
aligning the guide notch with the locating pin
on the gear shaft.Secure the drum to the gear-
box shaft with the T-handle bolt(# 5 Drawing 1)
and washer (# 6 Drawing 1) provided in the
assembly kit.
ASSEMBLY
Secure the mixing blades (# 2 Drawing 1) to
the inner drum with the screws (# 1 Drawing
1) and nuts (# 3 Drawing 1) provided in the
assembly kit.Assembly with the screws heads
on the outer drum.
Finally, insert tilting handle (# 10 Drawing 1)
in the handle mounting tube and lock using the
cotter pin provided in the assembly kit.
Slide the swivel bracket (# 15 Drawing 1) onto
the main frame upright. The gear-box and
motor assembly (# 7 Drawing 1) is mounted
into this swivel bracket.
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Drawing 6
Drawing 4
WRONG ASSEMBLY POSITION FOR
THE SWIVEL BRACKET
CORRECT ASSEMBLY POSITION FOR
THE SWIVEL BRACKET
CORRECT
DIRECTION
SET-UP
Position the machine on a level
surface as illustrated in the drawing 6
(maximun allowable slope 5 degrees,
as shown in drawing 6).
To complete the mixer set-up, before
loading the drum , make sure the mixer
can properly discharge into a wheel
barrow.
MOVING THE MINUTEMAN
WARNING
Always disconnect the power cord before
moving the mixer.
To roll the machine, hold the support leg and dump
handle and move as shown in Drawing 4.
WARNING
Do not attempt to move the mixer when
there is material in the drum, it must be
empty.
YES
NO
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DIRECTION
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1) Use a 3 prong, grounded, 110 volt power connection for safe operation. The line should be at least 14
gauge.
2) To mix concrete, add water, concrete, and aggregate while the drum is rotating.
3) Discharge the mixed concrete by elevating the dump handle (# 10 Drawing 1) while the drum is
rotating.
NOTE: When tilting the drum to discharge the concrete, do so slowly. It is important to
perform the discharge smoothly, this keeps the machine balanced and upright.
4) The ON/OFF switch in the motor of the MINUTEMAN mixer provides thermal protection to the motor
in the event of overheating. Should your motor shut off automatically, turn off the unit and unplug it for
15 minutes. This allow the motor to cool. After the cooling period, plug in the motor and press the start
switch. If the motor does not restart and continue to run, contact your local IMER products distributor, or
call IMER direct at (415) 872-2200.
OPERATION
The MINUTEMAN Mixer requires very low maintenance.However, a few basic maintenance procedures
should be followed.
NOTE: Always unplug the mixer from its power source before any cleaning or
maintenance functions are performed.
1) Clean the mixer after each use and do not allow any concrete to build up on any portion of the mixer.
2) Change the gear-box oil approximately every 3000 hours of operation (Use SAE 40).Essentially the
gearbox is sealed for the life of the mixer.
3) Keep all moving parts lightly greased.
4) Keep the electric motor cooling fins clean and free of debris build-up.
NOTE: When spraying the mixer with water, do not direct the water onto the motor or the
ON/OFF switch assembly.
MAINTENANCE
All orders for spare parts must include the following:
1) Type of machine.
2) Part number and drawing references of each part.
3) Serial number and year of manufacture recorded on the machine's identification plate.
SPARE PARTS
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207 Lawrence avenue
So. San Francisco, CA 94080
Tel.(650) 872-2200
Fax(650) 873-6482
U.S.A. INC.
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EQUIPMENT WARRANTY
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IMER U.S.A. INC.
We warrant to the original purchaser that the IMER equipment described herein (the "equipment") shall be
free from defects in material and workmanship under normal use and service for which it was intended for
period of one (1) year from the date of purchase by the original purchaser.
Our obligation under this warranty is expressly limited to replacing or repairing, free of charge, F. O.B. our
designated service facility, such part of the equipment as our inspection shall disclose to be defective.
Parts such as engines, motors, pumps, valves, electric motors, etc. furnished by us, but not manufactured
by us, will carry only the warranty of the manufacturer. Transportation charges or duties shall be borne by
purchaser. This shall be the limit of our liability with respect to the quality of the equipment.
This warranty shall not apply to any equipment, or parts thereof, which has been damaged by reason of
accident, negligence, unreasonable use, faulty repairs, or which has not been maintained and operated in
accordance with our printed instructions for the equipment. Further, this warranty is void if the equipment,
or any of its components, is altered or modified in any way.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES,
EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
We make no other warranty, representation or guarantee, nor is anyone authorized to make one on our
behalf. We shall not be liable for consequential damage of any kind, including loss or damage resulting,
directly or indirectly, from the use or loss of use of the machine. Without limiting the generality of the
foregoing, this exclusion from liability embraces the purchaser's expenses for downtime, damages for
which the purchaser may be liable to other person, damages to property, and injury or death of any
persons.
This warranty shall not be deemed to cover maintenance parts, including but not limited to blades, belts,
hoses, hydraulic oil, or filters, for which we shall have no responsability or liability whatsoever.
This is a contact addendum to our manuals
Imer USA East
221 Westhampton Pl
Capitol Heights, MD 20743
Phone: 301-336-3700
Fax: 301-336-6687
Order Fax:301-336-5811
Imer USA West
3654 Enterprise Ave
Hayward, CA 94545
www.imerusa.com
800-275-5463
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