Cleaning an extractor

Started by meroopt, October 18, 2009, 09:08:07 PM

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meroopt

October 18, 2009, 09:08:07 PM
Hi all,

I am about to extract as my hives are full and there is a massive honey flow on.  The problem is though that I share and extractor with my next door neighbour and I suspect he may have some disease problems.  I know that one of his hives had foul brood and needed to be destroyed.

I was wondering if anyone out there could give me some hints on how to clean an extractor before use.

Looking forward to some responses.

Meroopt

asprince

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October 18, 2009, 09:19:01 PM
I use hot water.......very hot water.

Steve
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weBEE Jammin

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October 18, 2009, 09:20:59 PM
Use a hot torch all over it to burn AFB and EFB. You have to put new grease in after (food grade).

iddee

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October 18, 2009, 11:46:26 PM
Clean it as you would normally. Just don't let your bees clean it out. AFB and EFB doesn't affect humans, so won't hurt your honey.
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weBEE Jammin

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October 18, 2009, 11:56:28 PM
They do have a different odor to the honey! How close is this other bee keeper you share the extractor with? I would keep a close look at your hives for any sign.
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