IMER USA MINUTEMAN Manuel utilisateur
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMER U.S.A. inc.
MINUTEMAN MIXER
(1126608)
R
Machine serial N°
Part. number 3210929_R01 - 12/2012
IMER U.S.A. Inc.
221WesthamptonPlace
CapitolHeights,MD
20743
Ph/800.275.5463
Thank you for purchasing a MINUTEMAN Mixer from an IMER U.S.A. dealer. Your decision is an
intelligent one. No other mixer in the world today offers the features and value of the MINUTEMAN
Mixer.
At IMER U.S.A. we continually searchforways tobetter serve our customers. Should you have an ideaor
thoughttosharewithusregardingthisProductwe wouldappreciatehearingfromyou.
Ourmottois"Tools and Services for the 21st Century".
We lookforward to deliveringthegoods.
Thank youagain foryour purchase,
*After the initialset-up the MINUTEMAN Mixer can be knocked down or reassembled in
1 minute.
* Direct drivedrum rotation, efficient and safe.
* Portable, the large12" wheelsmake moving the MINUTEMAN a breeze around the
home or job site.
* Compact, the clever design allows the MINUTEMAN to fit into the trunk or hatchback
area of almost all cars.
*Finish, the highqualityof paintandconstructioncomponentsensurea pieceof equipment
that you will be proud to own for years.
Mace T. Coleman, Jr.
President, IMER U.S.A. Inc.
221WesthamptonPlace
CapitolHeights,MD
20743
Ph/ 800.275.5463
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TECHNICALDATA.....................................................................................................page 4
NOISELEVEL ...........................................................................................................page 5
WIRINGDIAGRAM....................................................................................................page 5
SAFETY NOTES ........................................................................................................page 6
ASSEMBLY ...............................................................................................................page 7
MOVING THE MINUTEMAN................................................................................. page 9
SETTING UP THE MINUTEMAN .......................................................................... page 9
OPERATING THE MINUTEMAN .......................................................................... page10
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING......................................................................... page10
ORDERINGSPAREPARTS....................................................................................... page10
SPAREPARTSDIAGRAM......................................................................................... page11
WARRANTY ....................................................................................................... page14
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Product development and improvement is an ongoing process, therefore, specifications may change
without notice.
*Capacitiesbasedon usablevolume.
TECHNICAL DATA
1 MIXINGDRUM 5 GEARBOXMOUNTINGFRAME
2 ON/OFFSWITCH 6 SWIVELBRACKET
3 DUMPHANDLE 7 MAINFRAME
4 MOTORANDGEARBOXDRIVE 8 T-BAR
Drum capacity 5 cubic feet
Batch Output 2.5 cubic feet, 225 lbs. *
Drum Diameter 24 inches
Discharge outlet height 23 inches
Wheels 12" x 2.5"
Single Phase electric motor 0.5 HP
Voltage 110 / 115 V
Hertz 60
Motor R.P.M. 3350
Nominal current 6.2 Amp
Operating dimensions 42" x 25" x 58"
Storage dimensions 25" x 25" x 25.5"
Weight 120 pounds
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The MINUTEMAN has a noiseemission level of 65 decibels. It's veryquiet, operateit anywhere.
NOISE LEVEL
WIRING DIAGRAM
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L1
S1
F2
C1
M1
AM
AA
Neutral wire
Phase wire
Stop and start button
Thermal protection for electric motor
Capacitor
Single phase motor
Motor winding
Motor winding
WARNING
Any type of electrical repair or trouble-shooting should only be performed
by an IMER dealer or a properly qualified electrical repair shop. For
assistance with any electrical difficulty, IMER U.S.A. is always directly
available @ 800.275.5463.
The MINUTEMAN motor is manufactured as a class II Double Insulation
type ( ), it does not require a ground wire.
CAUTION: when carrying out repairs, class II Double Insulation protection
willonlybemaintainediforiginalinsulatingmaterialsareusedand provided
the specifications and insulating materials remain unmodified.
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Your MINUTEMAN mixer has been designed with safety in mind. However, as with anytype of machinery,
some basic DO'S and DONT'S apply:
IMPORTANT !
READ THIS SECTION CAREFULLY !
Place your hand or hands in or around any part of
the drum while it is operating !
DO NOT
Place any tools or instruments in or around the drum
while it is operating !
DO NOT
DO NOT
Clean, assemble or work on the unit while it is plugged in !
Allow water to contact the motor or electrical connections at any time !
DO NOT
DO NOT
DO NOT
Operate the unit in or around water puddles.
DO NOT
Leave the machine unattended !
DO NOT
Operate the mixer on a surface that is not flat or is
uneven !
Always operate the MINUTEMAN on a level surface,
if placed on an incline the machine will fall over.
Allow other persons around the mixer while it is operating ! Keep children away
from your work area !
SAFETY NOTES
DO NOT
Operate the mixer while under the influence of alcohol or drugs !
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SAFETY NOTES
DO
Read all the instructions before operating the mixer.
DO
Usecaution whenassemblingandtransportingthemixer. Tieit downgoodinyourvehicle.
DO
Keep the mixer clean and free of debris and mix build-up. After using, fill the drum with
water and run the MINUTEMAN for 10 minutes or so, most of the cement will break
loose from the drum.
DO
Keepallthemovingpartslightlylubricated, WD-40maybe sprayedallaroundthemachine
(wheel axles, swivel bracket, etc.).
DO
Periodically inspect your mixer for abnormal wear or damage. If something does not
seem right call your dealer or IMER USA direct @ 800.275.5463.
ASSEMBLY - Follow drawings 1 thru 6 -
DO
Wear the appropiate safety gear; hard hat ,gloves, goggles, ear protection and wear
tight clothing around the mixer. Loose clothing can cause injury should it become
entangled with the mixer.
Do not start and stop the mixer with material in the drum, this will damage the motor and
is not the best way to mix.
Always have the drum rotating when filling or discharging the mixer, this produces the
highest quality concrete.
DO NOT
Place the main frame (# 18 Drawing 1) on a
level surface as illustrated in this diagram.
Insert and secure the T-bar (# 20 Drawing 1)
into the main frame with the 3" hex head bolt
andnut,usingtheopenwrenchprovidedinthe
assembly kit.
Slidethewheels(#8Drawing1)ontothemain
framebar(#18Drawing1)andanchorthemin
placewiththecotterpins(#13Drawing1)which
are included inthe assembly kit providedwith
eachMINUTEMANmixer.
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Fit the gear-box frame andmotor assembly (#
7 Drawing 1) into the swivel bracket (# 15
Drawing 1) with the anchor pin, (# 17 Drawing
1) slide the cotter pin through the anchor pin
hole (# 16 Drawing 1).
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Mount the mixing drum (# 4 Drawing 1) onto
thegear-boxshaft(#29Drawing 2)byaligning
theguidenotchwiththelocatingpinonthegear
shaft.Securethedrumtothegear-boxshaftwith
theT-handlebolt(#5 Drawing1)andwasher(#
6Drawing1)providedintheassemblykit.Once
the T-bolt is tightened as much as possible by
hand,giveita whackor twowitha hammer:no
more, no less.
ASSEMBLY
Secure the mixing blades (# 2 Drawing 1) to
the innerdrum withthe screws (# 1Drawing 1)
andnuts(#3Drawing1)providedintheassembly
kit.Assembly with the screws heads on the
outerdrum.
Finally, insert tilting handle(# 10 Drawing 1) in
the handle mounting tube and lock using the
cotter pin provided in the assemblykit.
Slide theswivelbracket (# 15Drawing1) onto
themainframeupright.Thegear-boxandmotor
assembly (# 7Drawing 1) ismounted into this
swivelbracket.
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6
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DRUM
DRIVE
SHAFT
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Drawing 6
Drawing 4
WRONGASSEMBLY POSITION FOR
THE SWIVEL BRACKET CORRECTASSEMBLYPOSITION FOR
THE SWIVEL BRACKET
CORRECT
DIRECTION
CAUTION - SET-UP IMPORTANT
Positionthemachineonalevel surface
as illustrated in the drawing 6
(maximunallowableslopeis5degrees,
as shown in drawing 6).
To complete the mixer set-up, before
loadingthedrum,makesure themixer
can properly discharge into a wheel-
barrow.
MOVING THE MINUTEMAN
WARNING
Always disconnect the power cord before
moving the mixer.
To roll the machine, hold the support leg and dump
handleandmoveas showninDrawing4.
WARNING
Do not attempt to move the mixer when
there is material in the drum, it must be
empty.
YES
NO
WRONG
DIRECTION
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1)Usea2 prong,grounded,110/115volt,60Hz, powerconnectionforsafeoperation.Thelineshouldbeat
least 12 gauge.
2) To mix concrete, add water, concrete, and aggregate while the drum is rotating.
3)Dischargethe mixedconcretebyelevating the dumphandle(#10 Drawing1) whilethedrumis rotating.
NOTE: When tilting the drum to discharge the concrete, do so slowly. It is important to
perform the discharge smoothly, this keeps the machine balanced and upright.
4) The ON/OFF switch in the motor of the MINUTEMAN mixer provides thermal protection to the motor in
the event of overheating. Should your motor shut off automatically, turn off the unit and unplug it for 15
minutes.Thisallows themotorto cool.Afterthecoolingperiod, plugin themotorandpress thestart switch.
If the motor does notrestart and continue torun, contact your local IMERproductsdistributor, or callIMER
directat800.275.5463.
OPERATION
The MINUTEMAN Mixer requires very low maintenance. However, a few basic maintenance procedures
shouldbefollowed.
NOTE: Always unplug the mixer from its power source before any cleaning or
maintenance functions are performed.
1) Clean the mixer after each use and do not allow any concrete to buildup on any portionof the mixer.
2) Essentially the gearbox is sealed for life. The quality of the gears and the lubricant are such that
changing the oil is not necessary. Should you want to change the oil, see your dealer or call IMER
U.S.A direct for instruction @ 800.275.5463.
3) Keep all moving parts lightly greased.
4) Keep the electric motor cooling fins clean and free ofdebris build-up.
5)Before storing the MINUTEMAN after a project is completed, spray n' wipe the entire machine with
WD-40.
NOTE: When spraying the mixer with water, do not direct the water onto the motor or
the ON/OFF switch assembly.
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING
All orders for spare parts must include the following:
1) Type of machine.
2) Part number and drawing references of each part, see the parts list.
3) Serial number and year of manufacture recorded on the machine's
identification plate.
SPARE PARTS
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