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This User Guide is a comprehensive manual covering the operation and maintenance of the M9 Sorter machine as of the date of publication. ETEROS TECHNOLOGIES reserves the right to make updates to the machine from time to time. In the event of an update, this User Guide will remain appropriate for the safe operation and maintenance of your unit.
The information and specifications included in this publication are those that were in effect at the time of approval for printing. Eteros Technologies, (Eteros) reserves the right, however, to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation whatever.
It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices. SERVICE & REPAIRS Repairs may only be carried out by Eteros Technologies or a designated authorized agent (service technician). Should the need arise, please notify us: ETEROS TECHNOLOGIES 26 Industrial Ave.
TRIMMER SAFETY IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION Triminator commercial trimmers are designed to trim excess plant material from a variety of herbal material. Other uses could result in injury to the operator or damage to the trimmer and other property. Injuries and property damage from trimmers can be prevented by following all instructions in this manual and on the trimmer.
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Tighten the pull pin. 6. Verify all screws are tight and pull pin is securely in a pull pin hole. Rotate the machine up until it sits in the orientation. TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
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INITIAL ASSEMBLY & INSPECTION Inspect the crate and crate contents to ensure no damage occurred during shipping. 2. Carefully remove M9 Sorter from crate 3. Insert hopper Pins into Adjustment Blocks to lock hopper in position 4. Attach Shelf on the outfeed side of the Sorter by inserting holes on shelf onto pins and pushing down on shelf to wedge in place.
BEFORE OPERATION B E FOR E O PER ATI O N Read and understand this manual. Know what the controls do and how to operate them. Familiarize yourself with the trimmer and its operation before you begin using it. Know how to quickly shut off the machine in case of an emergency. YOUR SAFETY IS YOUR RESPONSIBILITY.
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Connect the Triminator Dry’s power cord to a 15 amp 120 vac AC circuit. Do not connect and disconnect the power cord with wet hands. Do not operate in the rain. NOTICE The Triminator machine draws a max of 5 amps. TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
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STARTI NG THE M ACHIN E Turn the Triminator Dry motor timer switch clockwise until the switch is aligned with the desired trimming duration. STOPP I NG THE M ACHINE To stop the Triminator in an emergency, or at any other time, turn the motor switch to the OFF position. D IS CO NN ECT POWE R CO R D S Disconnect the trimmer’s power cord.
Improper maintenance, or failure to correct a problem before operation, can cause a malfunction in which you can be seriously hurt or killed. Always follow the inspection and maintenance recommendations and schedules in this owner’s manual. TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
Visible build-up of material in the drum slots which obscure the sharp edge of the slots • Visible evidence of material on shear band • Excessive noise (machine should run quietly so that you may converse normally when it is running) TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
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Disassemble for Cleaning: Shut off motor. Unplug power cords. 2. Release tension on the shear band: • Turn the tension adjustment knob clockwise slightly to release tension on the ratchet. • While turning the tension adjustment as described above flip the pawl off of the ratchet so it is no longer in contact.
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Very little tension is needed to create an effective cutting surface. As soon as full contact between drum and shear band has been achieved, release the tension knob. DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN. DO NOT USE TOOLS OR OTHER MECHANISMS TO TIGHTEN TENSION. TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
TAKING CARE OF UNEXPECTED PROBLEMS E L ECT R IC M OTOR S WI LL NOT STA RT O R H AVE LOW P OWER POSSIBLE CAUSE CORRECTION NO POWER FROM Plug trimmer into a functional electrical outlet. OUTLET OUTLET IS Check that breaker is not overloaded and has not tripped.
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TOO TIGHT CUSTOMER SERVICE For all customer service inquiries or to help you diagnose any issues with your machine contact Triminator directly: Phone: 530.265.4277 Email: info@thetriminator.com Web: www.thetriminator.com TRIMINATOR XL DRY OWNER'S GUIDE...
W H AT WIL L BE RE PA I R E D OR R E P L AC E D UN DE R WARR AN T Y Eteros will repair or replace, at its option, any part that is proven to be defective in material or workmanship under normal use and proper maintenance as prescribed in this Manual during the applicable warranty time period.
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DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGE AND LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES: Eteros disclaims any responsibility for loss of time or use of the product, transportation costs, commercial loss, or any other incidental or consequential damage. Any implied warranties are limited to the duration of this written limited warranty.
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