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6. Continue to uncap and build a layer of melted wax. This

accumulation (depth) of melted wax will do most of the melt-

ing and honey will not contact the heating coils. Honey

temperature coming out of the melter should be low enough

to not darken the honey. Specific temperature cannot be given

as nectar source is a factor in determining darkening

temperature. As a general rule, honey temperature should not

exceed 125° F. The honey outlet tube usually works best at

¾'' to 1'' below the bottom of the melter grid elements and can

be adjusted slightly for best operation. As the melter

approaches full operation, honey will flow through the

adjustable honey outlet tube and wax will flow from the wax

outlet.

7. The key to successful operation of the Cappings Melter is to

keep a floor of unmelted cappings under the liquid wax that is

floating about the grid. A layer of slumgum will develop

between liquid wax and the layer of unmelted cappings with

the honey remaining on the cooler bottom of the melter. The

floor of unmelted cappings under the hot liquid wax is neces-

sary to hold up the slumgum accumulation as it melts. The

slumgum accumulation should be scraped from the floor of

unmelted cappings from time to time which will help speed

up the melting. A perforated hand tool (slum rake) is

provided to assist you. Some find it easiest to remove the

melting grid, remove the slum, and replace the grid before the

melted wax solidifies. The cappings floor can be tested

periodically as described in the operation section. If there is

no floor of unmelted cappings, cut back on the heat supply by

turning the thermostat off, or speed up the volume of cappings

entering the melter. If the incoming supply of cappings

decreases, reduce the heat.

Precautions

Eleven Important Precautions

1. Read all instructions.

2. Always unplug the unit from the outlet when not in use and

before cleaning.

3. Never have the unit unattended when plugged in or in opera-

tion.

4. Hot wax is always dangerous. Keep children away from unit

during operation and keep floors, benches, and shelves in the

area free from articles.

5. Never attempt to move the unit while wax is liquid. Splashed

melted wax will cause burns.

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8. When uncapping is finished for the day, let the melter "catch

up" and then turn off the melting grid and water jacket

immersion heater. (To quicken start-up on the water jacketed

model, the water jacket immersion heater may be turned on an

hour or two before uncapping begins. Be sure enough water

is in the tank.)

9. Thermostatically controlled electric heaters provide fast start-

up (usually 20-30 minutes). Local weather conditions and the

moisture content of the honey may indicate the best method

of operation.

In summary, the Mini Melter can be easily and precisely con-

trolled. Honey temperature coming out of the melter should be

90°-120° and not over 125° F. Honey temperature is controlled by

water temperature on the water jacketed models. Increasing water

temperature increases melting capacity because honey/wax sepa-

ration is faster. Melting grid temperature determines the beeswax

quality and maintains the "floor" of cappings which floats the

slum. Increasing melting grid temperature increases the melter

capacity and vice-versa. Set grid temperature to corresponding

uncapping speed. The thickness of the "floor of unmelted cap-

pings" indicates the correctness of grid temperature. A rather wide

latitude exists. Frequent slum raking and removal speeds melting.

Monitoring honey temperature, while learning to use the Mini

Melter speeds the learning process and increases understanding

rapidly. After the melting process is understood and initial visual

references are made, the melter can easily be operated with little

attention required.

6. Always use the unit as specified. Never use unit for other than

intended use. Any use not recommended may cause hazards.

7. Never remove the clamps holding the heat sensor to the melt-

ing grid. Overheating could occur.

8. Do not touch the hot grid surfaces.

9. Do not allow the power cord to get pinched, touch hot surfaces

or lay on the floor in a traveled area.

10. Never operate any electrical device with a damaged cord or

plug.

11. Keep foreign material such as rags etc., out of the melter pan.

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