Lapierre SYRUP PRESS User manual

SYRUP PRESS
USER MANUAL
December 2021
LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT © All rights reserved – 2021

Naturally innovative
A leader in equipment and products for the maple syrup industry,
LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT distinguishes itself by its ability to
innovate and develop high-performance solutions. This is what
enables it to make significant changes in production techniques
and processes in order to increase crop yield of high quality
syrup.
LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT has a wealth of experience accumulated
over three generations of maple syrup producers. These are also
people driven by passion and a deep desire to help the industry
evolve with the utmost respect for nature.
Honoured to serve your customers
LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT is honoured to actively assist maple
syrup producers during the sugar season.
Today you have made a wise choice for at least two good
reasons: the superior quality of our products and the exceptional
quality of all our expert advisers in the region.
We sincerely appreciate your trust. And we will be happy to
serve you again in your future equipment purchases, regardless
of the size of your sugar bush.
Thank you!
Lapierre Equipment Inc.
99 Rue de l’Escale, Saint-Ludger (QC) Canada G0M 1W0
819 548.5454 | 1 833 548.5454 | [e-mail]
www.elapierre.com

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SYRUP PRESS
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR SYRUP PRESS
Customer Service: 819 548.5454 | 1 833 548.5454 |[e-mail]
Model number:
Serial number:
Purchase date:
Invoice number:
We will be pleased to answer any of your questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Please note the information required below when dealing with customer service professionals. You can easily
find this information on the data plate on your syrup press as well as on your invoice. You can also refer to
Section 1 of this manual for additional information.
The model shown may differ from your model.

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SYRUP PRESS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
LAPIERRE Naturally innovative ......................................................................C2
Important information about your syrup press ......................................................... 1
SECTIONS
1. Where to find information about your equipment ....................................................4
2. Safety Instructions ................................................................................5
2.1 Instructions .................................................................................5
2.2 Warning ....................................................................................5
- Electricity ..................................................................................5
- Liquids.....................................................................................5
- Other ......................................................................................5
2.3 Repairs and maintenance ....................................................................6
3. Equipment installation; part descriptions and codes..................................................7
3.1 7 or 10 inch square syrup press ...............................................................7
- Guides for the correct installation of blocks, hollow frames and plates ...........................8
3.2 15 inch square syrup press ...................................................................9
- Guides for the correct installation of blocks, hollow frames and plates ..........................10
3.3 Installing a 15 inch square syrup press restraining plate .........................................11
3.4 Long stand for 15 inch square syrup press ....................................................13
4. Start-up and operation procedures ................................................................16
4.1 Feed valve .................................................................................16
4.2 Diaphragm pump ..........................................................................16
4.3 Gear pump ................................................................................16
4.4 Filter papers, hollow frames, plates and connectors ...........................................16
4.5 Syrup water jacketed tank .................................................................. 17
4.6 Syrup temperature .........................................................................17
4.7 Filter powder ..............................................................................17
- Quantity to use ............................................................................17
4.8 Syrup leakage .............................................................................18
4.9 Recovery drain.............................................................................18
5. Cleaning the equipment ..........................................................................19
6. Troubleshooting kit ..............................................................................20
6.1 Particles in the syrup? .......................................................................20
6.2 High pressure + low or no flow? .............................................................20
6.3 New filter papers + low flow rate?............................................................20
6.4 Still no flow?...............................................................................20

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7. Equipment specifications .........................................................................21
8. Our warranty (Warranty Certificate)..............................................................22
9. Parts and consumables .........................................................................25
TABLE OF ILLUSTRATIONS
ILLUSTRATION 1 | Typical installation, 7 or 10 inch square syrup press ..............................7
ILLUSTRATION 2 | Typical installation, 15 inch square syrup press ...................................9
ILLUSTRATION 3 | Typical installation, restraining plate for 15 inch square syrup press ................11
ILLUSTRATION 4 | Typical installation, long stand for 15 inch square syrup press .....................13
TABLE OF WARNINGS
Important information about your syrup press.........................................................1
Insurance: before installing your equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Protect children ...................................................................................6
Restraining plate: component set up sequence .......................................................12
A syrup press is extremely hot ..................................................................... 16
Move the equipment while it is running only if necessary ............................................. 16
Safety goggles, heat-resistant gloves and clothing ................................................... 16
Pressure over 80 psi on the filter paper ..............................................................17
Cleaning product residue on all components ........................................................ 19

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SECTION 1 WHERE TO FIND INFORMATION ABOUT YOUR EQUIPMENT
When you contact our customer service professionals, it is important to have certain information about your
equipment on hand as you will be asked for it.
You can easily find this information on the data plate on your syrup press as well as on your invoice.
Information about the
equipment
Data plate
(affixed to your equipment)
Invoice
Model number  
Serial number  
Purchase date -
Invoice number -
MODELS
7, 10 or 15 inch press -
OPTIONS
Configurations -
Restraining plate -
Tilt stand -
INSURANCE: BEFORE INSTALLING YOUR EQUIPMENT
It is recommended that you contact your insurance company in order to confirm the compliance of
your installation with its own requirements as these may differ from one insurance company to another.

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SECTION 2 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
2.1 INSTRUCTIONS
• It is important to read, understand and follow the instructions and warnings contained in this user manual.
• This manual must be stored in a known place and accessible at all times by staff.
• All product operators must be familiar with the contents of this manual.
• Certain instructions may not apply to your equipment, depending on your model.
2.2 WARNING
Electricity
• Before switching on the pump, check the power supply specifications. You will find them on the data sheet
attached to the motor. Also check the specifications of the electrical circuit you intend to use. Then make sure
that the two components are compatible.
• Never connect the electrical cords to overloaded electrical circuits.
• Never use extension cords that are longer than necessary or of a smaller gauge.
• Make sure that the electrical cords are in good working order, that they are not pinched or stripped, and that
they are not altered in any way that could affect their safe use.
• Never touch a stripped wire or a wire that has been pulled out of its electrical outlet when it is live. The pump
should then be switched off and repaired before it is switched on again and used.
• The user must check the grounding circuit. Some equipment must be used or connected to other equipment
that is also equipped with a grounding circuit. Disabling or a malfunctioning of this circuit may cause equipment
operating conditions that are hazardous to its users.
• Always switch off the power supply to the pump when it is not used for a long period of time.
Liquids
• Never expose the equipment to rain or excessive condensation.
• Never bring liquids into contact with the electronic components.
• Unless otherwise specified, never submerge the electrical components of this equipment.
Other
• Always keep hair, hands and jewellery out of reach of equipment components that are or could unexpectedly
turn on.
• Never place heavy objects on your equipment, as their weight could damage certain parts of your syrup press.

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SECTION 2 Safety instructions (continued)
2.3 REPAIRS AND MAINTENANCE
• Stop using the equipment immediately if a malfunction is detected.
• Only a person authorized by LAPIERRE EQUIPMENT may perform repairs on this equipment.
• Unauthorized modifications or repairs may result in hazardous operating conditions. These conditions may
also cause varying degrees of injury to users.
• If you are using an electric pump, always switch off the power supply before carrying out any maintenance
or repairs.
• It is recommended that equipment inspections and maintenance be carried out diligently to ensure optimal
operation. See Section 5: Cleaning the equipment for more information.
• Never disassemble the electrical components of this equipment.
PROTECT CHILDREN
• Never allow children to use this equipment.
• Never leave children unattended in proximity to this equipment, whether it is switched on or not.

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SECTION 3 EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION; PART DESCRIPTIONS AND CODES
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock or injury, it is important to follow these instructions when installing your
equipment.
• The installation of the power supply must be done by a properly qualified contractor. The work must be
carried out in accordance with the local regulations in effect.
• If you have to work in existing walls and ceilings, be careful not to damage electrical conduits or other utilities
that may be present.
• Your syrup press must be installed on a horizontal and perfectly stable surface. This surface must also be free
of clutter in the event that relocation is necessary.
3.1 7 OR 10 INCH SQUARE SYRUP PRESS
ILLUSTRATION 1 | Typical installation, 7 or 10 inch square syrup press
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6
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15
10
B
C
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12
13
16
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17
7
9
FILTRATION
UNIT
TILT STAND
ASSEMBLED PRESS
A) Guides (protrusions) for correct block
installation, hollow frames and plates,
see Page 8
B) Inlet for unfiltered syrup
C) Outlet for draining the filtered syrup

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SECTION 3 Equipment installation; part descriptions and codes (continued)
PART DESCRIPTIONS AND CODES
Equipment shown above: 10 inch square syrup press
Configuration shown: 7 hollow frames / 6 plates
Model number shown: SR010-070610XX
Note: Without pump unit
No Qty Part description Dimensions Part code
11 10 in. rear block, inlet and outlet, for square press 13-7/16 in. SR405-100005XX
21 Front block 10 in., closed, for square press 13-7/16 in. SR405-100009XX
36 10 in. plate for square press 12-3/4 in. SR405-100008XX
42 Shaft, for standard square press, 7 or 10 in. 23-7/8 in. SR405-000007XX
51 10 in. tilt stand with reinforcing bar for square press N/A SR405-100001XX
67 10 in. hollow frame, for square press 13-1/8 in. SR405-100007XX
72 Flat washer, zinc, inside dimension 13/16 in., for 3/4 in. bolt N/A BU200-000013K1
82 Handle, for square press N/A SR405-000011XX
92 Ball bearing 4459-00 brgs, for press and water filter N/A DV234-445900XX
10 2 Hexagonal nut, zinc, 3/4 in.-10 N/A BU207-001210K1
11 2 Bolt, hexagonal, zinc, 1/2 in.-13 x 4 in. grade 2 N/A BU202-081364K1
12 2 Hexagonal nut, zinc, 1/2 in.-13 N/A BU207-000813K1
13 2 Elbow, stainless steel, 90 degrees, 1/2 in. mpt x fpt N/A RA754-000808S6
14 1 Quick coupling, aluminium, 1/2 in., part F N/A RA785-000008A1
15 1 Quick connector, aluminium, 1/2 in., part B N/A RA781-000008A1
16 1 Clear pipe, 9/16 x 15/16 in., assembled, 6 ft. N/A SR200-000027XX
17 17 or 10 in. pan, for standard square press; including valve,
stainless steel, 3/4 in. N/A SR015-001007SS
Guides for correct installation of blocks, hollow frames and plates
This protrusion (A) is found on one side of the blocks, hollow frames and plates
and forms a line along the press when the installation of these components is
complete, as shown in illustration 2.
When facing the press handles (Illustration 1 No. 8), the protrusions should be
on the left side of the press.
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A