Owner's manual

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Operating Instructions:
1) Assembly of the homogenizer unit and stand (If using without stand assembly begin with step #2)
a. Insert the 24" long support post into the hole located at the back of the base and tighten the 3/8" hex
bolt.
b. Loosen the locking knob on the motor support bracket and slide the homogenizer support bracket down
over the end of the support post.
c. Lock the homogenizer support bracket in place by tightening the locking knob.
d. Loosen the locking screw located on the front of the homogenizer support bracket.
e. Insert the homogenizer unit into the bracket and tighten the locking screw.
f. Insert cord holder into top of support post.
g. Insert the power cord into the cord holder located in the top of the support post.
2) Check that the voltage quoted on the motor unit’s type plate agrees with the available main voltage. Variations
of +/- 10% are permissible.
3) After all of the above assembly operations have been completed and the electrical connections checked, a test
run of the motor unit can be made. Do not use any generator probes at this time.
**CAUTION**
RUNNING A GENERATOR PROBE WITHOUT LIQUID MEDIA CAN CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE BEARINGS, UNLESS THE LOWER BEARING OF THE GENERATOR PROBE
HAS BEEN REPLACED WITH A SEALED & SHIELDED STAINLESS STEEL BEARING.
4) Turn the On/Off switch to the On position.
5) The speed is controlled by the slide switch on the face of the homogenizer unit. The homogenizer unit has five
(5) marked positions which relate approximately to the following:
1. 5,000 to 8,000 rpm
2. 9,000 to11,000 rpm
3. 12,000 to 17,000 rpm
4. 18,000 to 24,000 rpm
5. 25,000 to 35,000 rpm (120v)
Care and Handling:
Please unpack the apparatus carefully and check that it is not damaged. It is important that any damage that
occurred in transport is detected at the time of unpacking. If you do find such damage, the carrier must be notified
immediately.
Maintenance & Service:
1. The homogenizer should be given the care normally required for any electrical appliance.
2. Avoid wetting or unnecessary exposure to fumes.
3. The finish can be washed with water and soap or detergents, using a cloth or sponge.
a. Do not allow water to get inside the homogenizer unit.
b. Allow drying before using.
4. When necessary to replace homogenizer unit brushes;
a. Remove pair of black caps from either side of HMG-A homogenizer unit
b. Remove brush assembly
c. Replace with new brushes (contact authorized Service Department)
d. Replace black caps
e. Run in brushes
i. Let the HMG-A run at lowest speed for five minutes