Thomas 6512 User manual

User’s Guide
6512 Radianox
Extractor
Ref. 10436 / 10492
THOMAS APICULTURE
French designer and manufacturer
Of beekeeping equipment
ZA de l’Évangile
321, rue Bernard de la Rochefoucauld
45450 Fay-aux-Loges –France
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Technical Definition
Capacity :
Refs. 10436/10492 : 12 ½ Dadant
frames or 12 Langstroth frames
Tank diameter : 650 mm
Tank height : 620 mm
Geared motor (Ref. 10492) : single
phase 220 V –110 W
The 6512 Radianox radial extractors can extract
all types of frames and any honey viscosity.
The extractors from the Radianox range can be
manual or electric. The manual versions can
easily be converted to electric models with the ½
Adapt'matic lid. (ref. 8028)
Safety Precautions
CAUTION: (electric models)
Before connecting the appliance to a power supply, make sure that your electric installations comply
with current standards (differential circuit breaker protection, earth wire, etc.).
Check the supply voltage.
Before using the unit for the first time, clean it to remove any residual metal shavings or filings.
Keep out of the reach of children - Unplug after each use.
When using the machine on stands (1), make sure that it is secured to the ground (the machine is
delivered with drilled stands for this purpose).
Make sure that the extractor cage is as well balanced as possible when loading the frames: always
maintain symmetry according to the central axis.
Do not open the lid (2) when the appliance is running.
Handle or motor
(5)
Guillotine PVC
nozzle
(3)
Stand knobs
Trnasport handles
Transparent ½
lid
Stands (1)

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OPERTATING PRINCIPLES
The Radianox radial extractor allows quick and easy honey extraction from frames.
The honey is guided through the sloped bottom to a stainless-steel sleeve fitted with a PVC flap
valve (3).
The device has a ½ transparent lid (2) to monitor the extraction progress.
The radial cage of the extractor is composed of 2 crowns adjustable in height, in order to extract any
type of frame.
Options :
The Radianox can be fitted with 4 tangential stainless steel (ref. 3350) or chrome-plated (ref. 11102)
grids to extract slimy honey in a tangential mode.
- The manual version can be electrified at any time simply by fitting a 1/2 lid with a motor. (Ref. 8028).
- The Radianox can be equipped with a cap drying basket (Ref. 3406).
Radial Cage
Tangential Cage
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ASSEMBLY
Stands assembly
Slightly tilt the unit. Insert the foot into the slot.
Tighten the knob. Repeat for the other two feet.
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Insert the stand into the
knob
…and tighten the knob
Installing the handle protections
Twist the cover to make the plastic soft.
Place the cover on the top of the handle.
Push down to insert the lower part.
Setup
Install the valve on the tank:
- Apply Teflon® tape (not provided) to the threaded part.
- Screw the valve onto the tank opening.
Twist the cover…
… and place it on the handle

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Crank handle setup (Ref. 10580) :
CAUTION : Once assembled, the crank handle will not be removable.
This unit is delivered with the crank handle removed.
Simply put it in place as shown in the illustration below, and engage the washer using a
hammer. Do not forget to insert the spring between the crank handle and the handle.
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Crank handle axis

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Usage guide
Manual version (Ref. 10580)
Extraction :
Open the transparent lid.
Place the uncapped frames vertically in the cage, taking care to balance the load, and
putting the heels outwards.
Close the lid.
Start the extraction by turning the crank at low speed and accelerate as the frames are
emptied and lighten.
Wait for the cage to stop completely.
Collect the extracted frames.
Important : Extraction must be carried out with the tap open to prevent honey from
accumulating in the extractor. The honey is collected in a container under the tap.
Electric version (Ref. 10619)
Extraction :
Connect to the electrical supply.
Open the transparent lid.
Place the uncapped frames vertically in the cage, taking care to balance the load, and
putting the heels outwards.
Close the lid. The "click" of the safety device must be audible when closing (and opening)
the lid.
Press the ON/OFF switch (8).
Turn the speed variator in slow gear (medium for tangential extraction) in the chosen
direction et wait a couple minutes before raising the speed.
Once the extraction is completed, put the lever (9) back to 0 and wait for the complete
stop of the cage.
Press the ON/OFF switch to stop the machine.
Collect the extracted frames
NOTE: opening the lid during the cycle stops the motor/
Important : The extraction must be done avec the tap open to avoid honey accumulation
inside the extractor. The honey pours into a receiver underneath the tap.
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MAINTENANCE
WARNING : For the electric version, unplug the machine before any maintenance.
Be sure to protect the electrical parts of the machine when cleaning.
Clean with hot water, dry thoroughly by running the empty machine.
The Radianox is a seasonal equipment but must be operated regularly throughout the
year, at least a few minutes per month (electric version only).
Store preferably in a dry room with the tap open.
It is necessary to regularly retighten the fixing nuts of the two radial crowns to ensure
that the lower crown is not in contact with the bottom of the cage.
The centre plate, located at the base of the rotating axis, may wear out over time: it may
then be useful to change it.
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Speed lever (8)
ON/OFF switch (7)
Safety device (9)

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Center palte assembly :
To change the centre plate, loosen the three nuts on the motor lid. Lift the engine-lid-axle
assembly. Unscrew the nut (b) under the extractor.
Replace the damaged parts and reassemble the whole unit. Make sure you do not forget
the ball (e) and to grease it with Vaseline or food grade grease.
Be careful to tighten the screw (a) in the right position with a hexagonal wrench.
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(a)
Screw
(b)
Nut
(c)
Bottom
gasket
(d)
Center plate
(e)
marble
(g)
Ball bearing
(f)
Upper
gasket
Exterior parts
Interior parts

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Frequent questions
WARNING : Unplug the machine before any work is carried out.
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Problem Possible solution
The unit does not start
(electric version)
- Check that the unit is connected to the electrical supply.
- Check the power supply (power failure).
- Check that the controller (7) is not set to 0.
- Check that the transparent lid (2) is properly closed and
that the safety contact (8) is correctly engaged ("click" when
opening and closing).
-
If this is not the case, twist the plate slightly
outwards.
The motor or handle does not
engage the cage
- Check the centre plate: the cage axle must be engaged in
the one coming out of the motor or handle.
-If it is not the case: tighten the bolt
underneath the extractor.
The extractor is having trouble
running
- Check that there still is a marble inside the centre plate
- Replace the centre plate if it is worn out. (see p.8)

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