The Source User Manual Table of Contents Page 1 – Safety CONTENTS Safety & Plant Extract Warning Page 2 – Main Function Components & Theory of Operation Alcohol Solvent Requirements Page 3 – Making a Plant Extract Page 5 – Using the Source Page 8 –...
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ExtractCraft makes no claims about botanical oils and Keep the base of the unit clean. Using solvent their uses. The Source Turbo is simply a device for and a soft cloth. Never immerse base unit into extracting them. water or liquid of any kind.
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The Source User Manual The Source Main Function Source Turbo Components The primary components of your Source Turbo From top to bottom they are: Ice Tray; Top Glass; Upper Seal; Crucible; Collector Globe; Lower Seal; Base Unit. glass lid...
fit. Cover with 190- proof grain or cane alcohol to about 1/4” good place to keep your tincture while you prepare your new Source Turbo for first use. above the plant volume. Allow the plant matter to soak for 5-20 minutes or more.
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The Source User Manual Source Operation & Making A Plant Extract Assemble the Vacuum Chamber PREPARE THE SOURCE This patented odorless process works under Place the Source on a flat surface. Collector Globe Upper and vacuum. The with Make sure that the Lower Seal is flat Lower Seals Top Glass Base...
The Source User Manual Source Operation & Making A Plant Extract USING THE SOURCE The Source can be operated in Normal or Turbo mode. In Turbo mode, the heat cycle is energized more often than in Normal mode. The microprocessor will prevent extreme heating, but Turbo mode will decrease processing time. While most extracts can benefit from a shorter process, some, such as Lavender, do better with time and Normal mode.
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The Source User Manual Source Operation & Making A Plant Extract USING THE ICE TRAY Ice Tray Always use the to help condense the Ice Tray ethanol. Cooling the with the will Ice Tray cools the lid to increase decrease process time, and frequency of pumping.
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The Source User Manual Source Operation & Making A Plant Extract RELEASE THE VACUUM Loosen vacuum valve screw to the left to Turn the vacuum relief screw to the left relieve vacuum pressure. The valve screw is captive, it cannot be removed. 4-full turns (8-half turns) to relieve the pressure so you can remove the lid.
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The top metal plate mates with the lower seal, and should be as clean as the seal. Without using any abrasive, stubborn sticky goo can be removed with 99% Isopropyl alcohol. Do not use Acetone anywhere near the Source Turbo. CLEAN THE SOURCE...
It is the definitive way to check the Elevation settings. INSTALLING THE MOBILE APP LAUNCH THE SOURCE APP One the Source Turbo Mobile App has been The ExtractCraft Source Turbo Mobile App will install, tap its icon to get started.
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The Source User Manual Using the Mobile App T h e ' S r c _ # # # # ' number that appears The opening screen may The Select Appliance on the display identifies open without an available screen will appear and available units.
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1,000 foot increment where you are located, follow the Altitude/Elevation Tuning directions on page 13 and set accordingly. Current Source: This area lists the ExtractCraft Source unit that is Source unit that is connected and being monitored. The four digits displayed coincide with the last four digits of the s/n of the unit found on the back of the unit.
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6 – If the Source repeats back the correct number of flashes you’re finished and ready to start your extract crafting. If it's incorrect repeat steps 1-6 again. The elevation setting is stored permanently until the elevation is reprogrammed. The Source Turbo Mobile App is the definitive way to check the Altitude programming...
The Source User Manual Troubleshooting TROUBLESHOOTING Issue Possible Cause Solution Pump runs continually Outer collector is not · Press down on the lid while the pump is running. sealing. · Clear debris from the Lower Seal. Clean the top plate. ·...
The base is 7-inches long by 7-inches wide. WARRANTY At its sole discretion. Extractcraft shall repair or replace the Source, for any manufacturing defect for a period of 12 months from shipment of the device when purchased from ExtractCraft or an authorized dealer defined in the “AUTHORIZED SELLER”...
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Version 14 March 2025 Part # 74-00010 ExtractCraft 105 South Sunset Street, Unit M, Longmont, CO, 80501 USA Phone: 720-900-1177 customer support: info@extractcraft.com...
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