Twister T2 User manual

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USER MANUAL
PN: 21-0122_REV04

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Informaঞon
Machine Overview
Iniঞal Setup
Control Panel Overview
Operaঞon
Disassembly
Reassembly
Inspecঞons
Cleaning
Maintenance
Storage
Troubleshooঞng
Warranty Informaঞon
SpeciCcaঞons
Accessories
Contact Us
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This manual is for the Twister T2 Trimmer. In this manual,
the T2 Trimmer will simply be referred to as the T2.
The T2 is a high-speed cuমng machine requiring special
safety precauঞons to be pracঞced during operaঞon and
maintenance to reduce the risk of personal injury.
Please read this manual including all important safety
informaঞon, danger, warning, and cauঞon signs before
using the T2.
Keirton is conঞnually improving all of its products. As
a result, engineering changes are someঞmes made.
If operaঞon or appearances di@er from this manual, please contact Keirton Technical Support for
assistance (for contact details, see page 55).
All Crst-ঞme users of the T2 should obtain proper instrucঞon from this manual.
General Safety Information
• Do not move, disassemble, clean, or inspect the T2 while power is connected to the
machine.
• Ensure all protecঞve covers are installed and hands are clear of the machine before
plugging in the T2.
• Ensure the vacuum hose is connected to the vacuum shroud outlet on the T2 before
connecঞng the T2 to power.
• Do not reach inside the tumbler while the T2 is plugged in.
• Do not allow water to collect on the ground around the T2. This could cause a slipping
hazard.
• Keep body parts away from moving parts of the T2.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
CARELESS USE OF THE T2
OR OPERATING IT WITHOUT
READING THE INSTRUCTIONS
AND ACCOMPANYING DANGER,
WARNING, AND CAUTION
NOTICES MAY RESULT IN
SERIOUS OR FATAL INJURY.
DANGER
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• The T2 is heavy. Never li[alone, and always use proper li[ing technique.
• Subsঞtuঞng factory parts with third-party parts may result in bodily harm or damage to
the T2.
• Keep the T2 well venঞlated to prevent overheaঞng.
• Safety glasses, dust masks, and ear protecঞon must be worn when operaঞng the T2.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewellery when operaঞng or conducঞng maintenance on
the T2.
• ConCne long hair when operaঞng or conducঞng maintenance on the T2.
• Do not operate or conduct maintenance on the T2 while ঞred or under the inYuence of
drugs, alcohol, or medicaঞons.
• Do not remove safety labels from the machine. Replace any safety labels if they
become damaged or obscured.
Connection & Electrical Safety Information
• The T2 requires a 120V, 20A (North America) or 230V, 10A (Europe) circuit breaker.
• The T2 must be used in connecঞon with a properly grounded receptacle. Refer to the
speciCcaঞons (see pages 51-52) to determine the correct electrical requirements.
• Observe all applicable building and electrical codes.
• Do not overload outlets or extension cords as this can result in Cre or electric shock.
• Do not use extension cords lower than 12 AWG.
• Do not use extension cords longer than 25[(7.5m).
• To power down the T2, switch o@the motors via the control panel before unplugging the
machine.
Operation Safety Information
• Ensure the T2 is fully assembled before operaঞon.
• Do not operate the T2 without the vacuum hose installed.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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• Keep visitors and children a safe distance from the T2.
• Never let the T2 run unaended.
• Only place plant maer in the T2. Do not put foreign objects in the T2. Doing so
may cause bodily harm or damage to the machine.
Maintenance
• Conduct regular maintenance on the T2.
• Ensure the T2 is powered o@and the machine is unplugged before conducঞng any
maintenance, repairs, or cleaning. Never conduct maintenance, repairs, or
cleaning while the T2 is plugged in.
• Do not aempt to service electrical components on the T2 yourself; opening or removing
covers may expose you to dangerous voltage and possible Cre or electric shock.
• Do not aempt service not covered in this manual unless directed by technical support.
• Some repair or damage will require a qualiCed service technician who is trained in
machinery maintenance, service, and repair.
• Improper adjustment may result in damage to the machine.
• Replacement parts are speciCc to the T2 and must only be purchased from an authorized
dealer. Failure to comply may void warranty, cause bodily harm, and/or damage to the
machine.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION

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MACHINE OVERVIEW
Fig. 1 *Hopper bolts are located on both sides of the T2.
HOPPER BOLTS*
TUMBLER BELT COVER
BELT COVER SCREWS
TUMBLER MOTOR
BLADE ADJUSTMENT CLICKER
CONTROL PANEL
BLADE MOTOR
BLADE ADJUSTMENT CLICKER
BELT COVER SCREWS
BLADE BELT COVER
TUMBLER GUARD

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MACHINE OVERVIEW
Fig. 2
BED KNIFE
HELIX BLADE
UPPER VACUUM SHROUD LOWER VACUUM SHROUDVACUUM OUTLET
TUMBLER
BRUSH

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TUMBLER GUIDE PIN
TUMBLER HEIGHT
LOCKNUT
TUMBLER HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT BOLT
TUMBLER BELT HANDLE
TUMBLER PLATE
TUMBLER BELT
TUMBLER MOTOR PULLEY
Fig. 3
SAFETY INTERLOCK
TUMBLER ROLLER
BLADE BEARING PLATE
BLADE BELT
BRUSH BEARING FLANGE
TUMBLER HEX BOLTS
HELIX BLADE PULLEY
BLADE MOTOR PULLEY
Fig. 4
MACHINE OVERVIEW

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Step 1: Attach Wheels
1. Slide the axles into the T2 frame (see Fig. 5).
2. Slide the wheels onto the axles (see Fig. 6).
3. Insert the coer pins into the holes at the end of the axles (see Fig. 7).
4. Flip the coer pin loop around the axle to the secure wheels in place (see Fig. 8).
INITIAL SETUP
Fig. 5 Fig. 6
Fig. 7 Fig. 8

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Step 2: Secure Placement
To most safely operate the T2, the machine should be
placed on Twister Rails. For a list of available rails, see
Accessories on page 53.
1. Set up the T2 rails where the machine will
operate*(see Recommended Placement).
2. Place the T2 on rails and adjust the ঞlt (for
instrucঞons, see Tilt Guidelines and the
corresponding Twister Rails manual).
3. If using mulঞple T2s in tandem**, place
them end-to-end in a line (for instrucঞons,
see the corresponding Twister Rails manual).
*If the T2 is not being placed on Twister Rails, set up the T2 to
operate on level ground.
**Using mulࢼple T2s in tandem (tumblers end to end) is more eLcient than using them in parallel.
INITIAL SETUP
IF NOT USING RAILS, THE T2
MUST BE PLACED ON LEVEL
GROUND. THE MACHINE WILL
ROLL IF PLACED ON A SLOPE,
POSSIBLY CAUSING BODILY
HARM AND DAMAGE TO THE
MACHINE.
WARNING
!
RECOMMENDED PLACEMENT
For the best and safest operaঞon, place the T2:
• On level ground • Near an outlet •In a cool environment*
• With enough space to easily access the tumbler inlet and outlet.
*It is highly recommended to operate the T2 in as cold of an environment as possible. Operaࢼng the T2
in colder environments will improve the machine’s performance and signiCcintly reduce buildup on the
machine.

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Step 3: Connect to Vacuum
For a list of available Twister Vacuums, see Accessories on page 54.
1. Set up either the Trim Saver or the Leaf Collector vacuums for operaঞon (for instrucঞon,
see the respecঞve vacuum manual).
2. Aach a hose to the vacuum outlet on the T2 and the vacuum inlet on the Trim Saver or
the Leaf Collector (see Fig. 9. Trim Saver pictured).
3. Screw down the hose clamps.
INITIAL SETUP
TILT GUIDELINES
Increasing the incline of the T2 will decrease the Cll level of the tumbler and increase
throughput. For opঞmal performance, the T2 should be ԀưƩfull of product at all ঞmes during
operaঞon. When starঞng a new product, it is normal to adjust the incline mulঞple ঞmes to
opঞmize product throughput.
Fig. 9

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Step 4: Align Conveyors/Attach
Hopper
To safely feed product into the T2 tumbler, Twister
Conveyors or a T2 Hopper is required (for a list of
available conveyors and the Twister Hopper, see
Accessories on page 53).
If Using Conveyors:
1. Set up the conveyors for operaঞon (for instrucঞon, see the corresponding conveyor
manual).
2. Place the QC Conveyor under the T2 outlet*(see Fig. 10).
3. Place the Feed Conveyor inside the tumbler without the conveyor touching the
tumbler**(see Fig. 11).
*If mulࢼple T2s are connected, place the QC Conveyor under the last machine’s outlet.
**If mulࢼple T2s are connected, place the Feed Conveyor inside the Crst machine’s tumbler.
INITIAL SETUP
TO AVOID POSSIBLE DAMAGE
TO THE TUMBLER, ENSURE THE
TUMBLER AND CONVEYORS
ARE NOT IN CONTACT DURING
OPERATION.
CAUTION
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Fig. 10 Fig. 11

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If Using the Hopper:
1. Remove the hopper bolts from one side
of the T2 (see Fig. 12).
2. Secure the hopper mount bracket to the
raised side of the T2 with screws and
washers (see Fig. 13):
• Use a 1” screw if aaching the
hopper to the side of the T2 with
the Safety Interlock.
• Use a 7/8” screw if aaching
the hopper to the side of the T2
without the Safety Interlock.
3. Secure the rest of the hopper to the hopper mount bracket with bolts and the hopper
twist knob (see Fig. 14).
4. Place a container beneath the T2 outlet to collect product.
INITIAL SETUP
Fig. 12
Fig. 13 Fig. 14

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CONTROL BOX OVERVIEW
Fig. 15
BLADES ON
BLADES OFF
EMERGENCY STOP
TUMBLER ON
TUMBLER OFF
Fig. 15

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Step 1: Pre-Operation Checks
The following checks should be completed before each
use of the T2. Before operaঞng, ensure:
1. The following are installed:
a. Belt covers
b. Tumbler guard
c. Vacuum shrouds
d. Vacuum hose.
2. The vacuum hose clamp is ঞght.
3. If using conveyors: the conveyors are
aligned and clear of the spinning tumbler.
Step 2: Power On
1. Connect the T2 to the extension cord
(minimum 12AWG. See connector plug and
extension cord speciCcaঞons on pages 51-
52).
2. Plug the extension cord into a socket.
Step 3: Start the Vacuum, Blades, and Tumbler
1. Turn on the vacuum.
2. Allow the vacuum to reach full speed.
3. Press the blades-on buon to start the blade motor.
4. Allow the blades to reach full speed.
OPERATION
DO NOT OPERATE THE T2
UNLESS THE MACHINE IS
FULLY ASSEMBLED AND ALL
PRE-OPERATION CHECKS ARE
MADE.
DANGER
!
THE EXTENSION CORD MUST BE
RATED 12AWG MINIMUM. USING
AN INAPPROPRIATE EXTENSION
CORD WILL CAUSE LOSS OF
POWER AND OVERHEATING.
CAUTION
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OPERATION
5. Press the tumbler-on buon to start the
tumbler motor.
Step 4: Feed the T2
1. Begin feeding product using either the
conveyors or the T2 Hopper (see Running
Guidelines below and on page 16).
Step 5: Power Off and Clean
1. Press the tumbler-o@buon to turn o@the
tumbler.
2. Press the blades-o@buon to turn o@the
blades.
3. Turn o@the vacuum.
4. Unplug the T2 from power.
5. Detach the vacuum from the T2.
6. Clean the T2 (for cleaning instrucঞons, see
Cleaning on page 27).
DO NOT PLACE HAND IN THE
TUMBLER DURING OPERATION!
DANGER
!
THE T2 MUST BE CLEANED AFTER
EACH USE. IF NOT, RESIDUE WILL
HARDEN, CAUSING REDUCED
PERFORMANCE AND EXTREMELY
DIFFICULT CLEANING.
CAUTION
!
RUNNING GUIDELINES
• Have 1-4 quality control personnel observing product exiঞng the T2 outlet.
• Feed the machine consistently. Inconsistent feeding will result in inconsistent
trimming.
• If using a hopper, feed the T2 with consistent handfuls at consistent intervals.

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RUNNING GUIDELINES (continued)
• If using conveyors, Cll the Feed Conveyor to a consistent height.
• Adjust feeding speed to have the same volume of product exiঞng and entering the
machine simultaneously.
• Adjust the T2 to operate with the tumbler ԀưƩfull (see Tilt Guidelines on page 10).
• If wet trimmiing, spray the brush every 5 minutes with cold disঞlled water to reduce
buildup on the tumbler (if dry trimming, there is no need to spray the brush).
• If dry trimming, use a Vacuum Bypass (product number 23-0255) to reduce sucঞon
and prevent the T2 holding too much product.
OPERATION

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The T2 needs to be disassembled to conduct rouঞne
cleaning, maintenance, and any repairs. Conduct the
following steps in order to disassemble the T2:
Step 1: Remove the Tumbler Guard
1. Ensure the T2 is unplugged.
2. Li[the tumbler guard up and o@the
machine (see Fig. 16).
Step 2: Remove the Belt Covers
3. Remove the two tumbler belt cover screws (see Fig. 17).
4. Remove the tumbler belt cover.
5. Repeat steps 1and 2on the blade belt cover.
Step 3: Remove the Tumbler Belt and Tumbler
1. Remove the tumbler guide pin (see Fig. 18).
DISASSEMBLY
THE T2 MUST BE UNPLUGGED
BEFORE DISASSEMBLY.
DANGER
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Fig. 16 Fig. 17

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2. Rotate the tumbler guide out (see Fig. 18).
3. Rotate the tumbler belt handle (see Fig. 19).
4. Li[the tumbler motor pulley (see Fig. 19).
5. Remove the tumbler belt (see Fig. 20).
6. Remove the tumbler (see Fig. 21).
DISASSEMBLY
THE TUMBLER IS FRAGILE.
REMOVE CAREFULLY. HANDLE
THE TUMBLER BY ITS END CAPS
AND AVOID CONTACTING THE
BLADES.
CAUTION
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Fig. 19
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Fig. 20 Fig. 21
Fig. 18
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