Thomas 1227 User manual

USER’S
GUIDE
Tradimel
Extractor
Ref. 1227 - 1228
THOMAS APICULTURE
French designer and manufacturer
Of beekeeping equipment
ZA de l’Évangile
321, rue Bernard de la Rochefoucauld
45450 Fay-aux-Loges –France
Tél: [phone]
Fax : [phone]
E-mail : [e-mail]
www.thomas-apiculture.com
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Technical Definition
Stainless-steel
Size :
Ref. 1227 : Ø 800 x 690 mm
Ref.1228 : Ø 1000 x 720 mm
single phase 220 V –110 W with
electronic variator
The Tradimel extractor is the ideal tool for
beekeepers with 50/100 hives.
It is equipped with a geared motor with a speed
variator.
Its transparent lid allows you to see the extraction
progress.
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).
Do not let the honey go above the middle tube. Always work with an open tap.
If the machine wiggles too much, slightly reduce the speed. It is does not end, stop the
machine and reload the frames with equal weight on each side of the axis. Do not put
honey in the security device (2).

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The unit is equipped with a locking device. The lid can be unlocked manually. To do so,
loosen the screw (A) and then turn the arrow (B) to the "open lock" position.
This prevents the machine from being started and allows the cover to be opened in the
event of power failure or faulty safety.
In order to start the extractor, the arrow must be placed back on the " closed lock "
mark.
Safety device
Switch (3)
Safety
device (2)
50/60 male outlet (4)
transparent
½ lid (1)

OPERATING PRINCIPLE
Two models are available for this machine:
- Ref. 1227: 24 frame radial extractor
- Ref. 1228: 36 frame radial extractor
The honey is guided by a sloped bottom to a 50/60 stainless-steel male outlet. This outlet has a
« quarter turn » tap.
The device has a transparent lid (1) allowing the extraction surveillance.
The radial cage is made of 2 crowns adjustable in height, in order to extract any kind of frame
.
USAGE GUIDE
Install the valve on the tank:
- Apply Teflon® tape (not provided) to the threaded part.
- Screw the valve onto the tank opening.
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ON/OFF switch
Speed variator

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 of the desired direction of rotation (the switch is under the circular
arrow). The extractor will gradually accelerate to reach the speed selected with the
controller (7). Increase this speed to reach the highest point at the end of the cycle.
Once the extraction is over, press the START/STOP switch and wait for the cage to stop
completely.
Open the transparent cover and collect the extracted frames.
NOTE: Opening the lid during the cycle stops the motor.
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.
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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The centre plate, located at the base of the rotating axis, may wear out over time: it may then be
useful to change it.
Centre plate 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.
(a)
Screw
(b)
Nut
(c)
Bottom
gasket
(d)
Center plate
(e)
marble
(g)
Ball bearing
(f)
Upper
gasket
Exterior parts
Interior parts
ROTATION
AXIS

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Frequent Questions
CAUTION : Unplug the machine before any work, is carried out.
Problems Possible Solutions
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.
- The ON/OFF switch is located below the circular arrow:
you should feel it go in slightly when pressing it.
The motor does not engage the
cage
- Check the centre plate: the cage axle must be engaged in
the one coming out of the motor.
-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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If the problems are still there,
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