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GENERAL OPERATIONS
Directions for cleaning:
1. Make sure Bucker is turned o
2. Using provided tools, remove Front Plate and Back top plate
3. Wipe down front plate liberally with isopropyl alcohol
4. Wipe down using a soft cloth, making sure the machine is dry completely
5. Clear out any debris from within the Bucker
6. Spray rollers liberally with isopropyl alcohol
7. Wipe down using a soft cloth, making sure the machine is dry completely
8. Reassemble according to "Cleaning and Maintenance" section
The HP Bucker is a precision machine. It is essential that it is operated and maintained
with this in mind. The machine has been adjusted and tested by the manufacturer prior to
shipping to ensure optimal performance. However, it is important to inspect the machine at
initial start-up and after each use to ensure that no damage or plant material build-up has
occurred and that the rollers spin freely.
In addition, it is highly recommended to clean the machine at the end of every use. This
ensures that resin does not build-up and aect performance. This is especially important if
the machine has been stored for an extended period of time.
Resins and other plant by-products will build up and harden, becoming dicult to remove.
Cold water is recommended to spray on rollers during harvest to reduce build-up.
MACHINE MAINTENANCE
PREPPING YOUR PLANT:
2 STEPS FOR OPTIMAL PROCESSING
Inspection of the either HP Bucker should be conducted prior to each
use following the disassembly section on page 6 and these steps:
1. Unplug the Bucker and visually inspect all of the components for wear, damage and plant
matter build-up.
2. Remove the front plate and back top plate. See "Cleaning and Maintenance" section
for instructions.
3. Inspect the rollers for damage or cracking.
4. Ensure the rollers spins freely
5. Visually inspect the blower and ensure the Bucker is free of loose debris.
INSPECTION
A thorough cleaning of the HP Bucker should be performed after each use. Any resin build-
up on the machine attracts more resin, compounding the problem. Build-up can cause
decreased performance, overheating and could trip your circuit breaker. Future cleaning
also becomes more dicult if build-up is given a chance to dry out and harden. Operating
the HP Bucker in a cold environment will also reduce resin build-up.
After removing front and back plates, rollers can be cleared using hot water, or wiped
with isopropyl alcohol. Repeat 2-3 times to soften the resin, then powerwash to remove
debris. Any stubborn areas, may require scrubbing with a plastic scraper (do not use a metal
scraper). Plant matter build-up is the most obvious sign that more attention is needed in a
particular area. Dry the machine with compressed air or a soft cloth.
CLEANING
• There are a series of holes located on the front of the top plate for bucking
• Stems are fed through the holes of the machine by hand
• Each plant must have 3 inches of base stem to clear the buckers
• Please note all strains run dierently and denser strains may need the top colas
taken o before being run through the machine.
NOTE
• Tool kit provided with Bucker
• Brush / Plastic scraper
• Spray bottle lled with isopropyl alcohol
• Soft cloths
MATERIALS NEEDED
1) ENVIRONMENT PREPARATION
• Ensure adequate space
• Review electrical requirements
• Have adequate bins for product transport
• Cooler temperatures in processing room is benecial
2) PLANT PREPARATION
• Cut main stalk
• Seperate each individual stem (no 'Y' junctions)
• Leave enough stem for clearance into machine
• Ensure clean angled cuts for precise feeding
• Keep prepped product stem side up for eciency
• Size the stem to t the ideal hole
• Feed end rst into machine
• Use variable speed control to adjust ow
