Instruction Manual - Please keep for future reference
Cookworks Food Slicer
odel No.:S892
M
9-06
Read all instructions before use and keep for future reference.
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose
this appliance to rain or moisture or submerge into water.
CAUTION - Use of controls or adjustments or performance of procedures
other than those specified herein may result in a hazard.
PRECAUTIONS
To Maintain Optimum Performance
Do not use the unit in places which are extremely hot, cold, dusty or humid.
For safety
• Take care not to drop the unit or subject it to strong shocks.
Children
• Children do not understand the dangers associated with operating electrical appliances. Never
allow children to use this appliance.
Mains Lead
• If this unit has a mains lead or is connected with a mains adaptor do not allow the lead to become
strained or damaged as it creates a hazard.
Ventilation Warning
• Do not allow water or liquids to splash onto the main body as it contains live parts.
• Do not cover the body with a cloth and allow the unit to be well ventilated.
Electrical Requirements
Check that the voltage on the rating plate of your product corresponds with your house
electricity supply which must be A.C. (Alternating Current).
If the socket outlets in your home are not suitable for the plug supplied with this product, check
with a qualified electrician for replacement.
Warning
- This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
- Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
• Switch off the appliance before changing accessories or approaching parts which move in
use.
• This appliance must be used with the sliding feed table and the piece holder in position unless
this is not possible due to the size or shape of the food.
• Do not operate any appliance with damaged cord or plug, or if appliance malfunctions or is
damaged in any manner.
• If the supply cord is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, its service agent or
similarly qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
• This appliance can be used by children aged from 8 years and above
and persons with reduced physical,sensory or mental capabilities or
lack of experience and knowledge if they have been given
supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance in a safe
way and understand the hazards involved. Children shall not play
with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance shall not be
made by children without supervision.
• Always disconnect the appliance from the supply if it is left
unattended and before assembling, disassembling or cleaning.
• This appliance shall not be used by children. Keep the appliance
and its cord out of reach of children.
OPERATION
PLEASE REMEMBER:
• Do not operate the product if under the influence of alcohol or drugs. Read warning labels
on prescriptions to determine if your judgment/reflexes might be impaired.
• Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can be caught in moving parts.
• Wear restrictive hair covering to contain long hair.
WORK AREA
TO AVOID RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY, EQUIPMENT DAMAGE OR FIRE AND SHOCK:
• Do not use in wet or damp environments.
• Children should not be allowed into the work area.
• The work area should well-lit clean, and free from obstructions.
Read all instructions before use and keep for future reference.
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SLICER FUNCTION
•This unit contains a very sharp slicing Blade. Extreme caution should be used at all
times when operating this appliance.
•Keep your fingers, hands, hair and other body parts away from the Blade.
•Always use the "Protective Guide" and "Food Tray".
•Only use this slicer to cut soft food any other use will result in a hazard..
Do not run continuously for longer than 3 minutes. Turn it off and let it cool down
at least 5 minutes; otherwise the motor may become damaged.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSIMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Know Your Machine .........................................................................................6
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KNOW YOUR MACHINECONTENTS
A
1 x Food Slicer
Assembly
Operation
Specifications
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3
Blade Adjustment
B
Knob
Face Plate
Power Cord
J
C
Slice Thickness Gauge
D
On/Off Button
E
Safety Button
F
Blade Assembly
G
Blade Lock
M
Platfrom
H
1 x Food Tray 1 x Protective Guide
K L
Before Operating
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• Unplug appliance when not in use and before cleaning.
• Do not use appliance for uses other than those recommended.
• To protect against electrical shock, do not immerse cord, plug, motor, motor stand,
motor base, main body or platform in water or any other liquid. Only use the Food
Slicer on a dry, water-free work surface. Always stand on a dry, insulated surface
while using.
• Avoid contact with moving parts! Never feed food by hand. Always use the
Protective Guide.
• Do not use the Food Slicer outdoors.
• The Blade is sharp. Be extremely careful when cleaning blade and when the blade
is spinning during operation.
• Never use Steel Wool or scouring powder on any part of the Food Slicer.
• DO NOT MODIFY YOUR PLUG IN ANY WAY. IF YOU HAVE ANY DOUBT. CALL
A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN
Food Hygiene
ASSEMBLYASSEMBLY
NOTES:
- Please read the important safety
instructions before use.
1. Unfold the Platform H from the
Food Slicer A.
See fig. 1.
A
fig. 1
H
K
CAUTION: To reduce risk of health hazards; Before assembling the Food Slicer,
thoroughly wipe off all parts with a clean cloth using warm soapy water and a
mild anti-bacterial detergent. In addition, the following parts should be cleaned
in hot soapy water: Protective Guide L, Blade Assembly G and Food Tray K.
After assembling the unit, test the Food Slicer by running several slices of dayold bread through the Food Slicer to insure that all parts are working properly.
Clean the Food Slicer after every use. Failure to follow all cleaning instructions
and warnings may result in serious illness due to food poisoning.
Assembly
- Your Food Slicer will require assembly prior to use. It is important that your read
the entire manual to become familiar with the unit BEFORE you set up the Food
Slicer.
- The Food Slicer must be cleaned, as described above, before the first use and
after all subsequent uses.
2. Slot the Food Tray K into the
Platform H.
See fig. 2.
3. Slide the Protective Guide L onto
the Food Tray K.
See fig. 3.
fig. 2
H
L
K
fig. 3
NOTE: Make sure your local
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voltage is 220-240V 50/60Hz.
1. Insert the Power Cord J into the
mains socket.
2. Set the Blade Adjustment Knob B
for the thickness of the slice that
you desire. Turn the Blade
Adjustment Knob B clockwise for
thicker slices and counterclockwise
for thinner slices.
See fig. 4.
3. Slide the Food Tray K away from
the Blade G. Place the food to be
sliced on the Food Tray K,
positioned between the Face Plate
C and Protective Guide L.
See fig. 5.
CAUTION: Keep fingers away from
the Blade Assembly G at all
times.
4. In order to turn on the Food Slicer
slide the ON/OFF Button E, from
0 to 3. O is "off" 3 is "Maximum".
Then push the Safety Button F.
See fig. 6.
5. Set the On/Off Button E to 1,2,3
which relates to Slow, Medium,
Max Blade Speed. Adjust
depending on your requirements.
See fig. 6.
NOTE: You need to continually
push down the Safety Button
F to keep the Blade spinning.
OPERATIONOPERATION
fig. 4
5. Use your other hand to hold the
Protective Guide L with your
Thumb Guard
thumb protected behind thumb
guard. Apply gentle pressure onto
L
the Protective Guide to keep the
B
food pressed against the Face
Plate C. Then to cut the food slide
the Food Tray K back and forth
C
Food Location
L
steadily across the Blade
Assembly G.
See fig. 7.
NOTE: The Blade only cuts during
K
the forward motion.
CAUTION: Keep fingers and hands
behind the Protective Guide L
K
fig. 5
G
and clear of the spinning Blade
Assembly G.
6. Place a Food Tray to the outside
of the unit to catch the food as it
is being sliced.
See fig. 8.
E
7. To turn off the Food Slicer, take
fig. 6
fingers off of the Safety Button
and slide On/Off Button E to zero.
F
F
C
G
fig. 7
fig. 8
OPERATIONOPERATION
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CLEANING
Removing and Replacing the Blade
CAUTION: Take care when
removing or replacing the blade
as the edge may be very sharp.
1. Make certain that the Food Slicer
is OFF and UNPLUGGED. Turn
the Blade Lock M clockwise to
unlock it. Pull out the Blade
Assembly G.
See fig. 9.
CAUTION: Before first use and
after every use, clean the Blade
and Assembly.
2. To reinsert the Blade Assembly
G, line up the tabs on the Blade
Assembly G with the slots in the
Small Gear. Once the Blade
Assembly is seated with the Small
Gear, turn the Blade Lock M
anticlockwise to lock it in position.
See fig. 10.
NOTE: Only use this appliance to
cut soft foods, Do not use to
cut frozen foods, bones or other
solid food types.
For Best Results
- Chill meats thoroughly before
slicing.
- Slice meats thinly.
- Meats should be boneless.
- Fish and thin steaks will slice better
if partially frozen.
- When slicing warm roasts, make
certain to remove all string before
slicing.
fig. 9
fig. 10
M
M
Small Gear
G
G
After Operation-Maintenance
1. Never use Steel Wool or scouring
powder on any part of the Food
Slicer.
2. Ensure the unit is hygienically
clean. Before assembling the Food
Slicer, and with the unit unplugged,
thoroughly wipe off all parts with a
clean cloth using warm soapy water
and a mild anti-bacterial detergent.
In addition, the following parts
should be removed and cleaned in
hot soapy water: Protective Guide
, Blade Assembly G, and Food
L
Tray K. Clean the Food Slicer after
every use.
See fig. 11.
NOTE: Failure to follow all cleaning
instructions could allow harmful
bacteria to grow and
contaminate food, creating a
serious health risk.
STORAGE:
- Remove the Protective Guide L
and Food Tray K, Fold up the
Platform H against the Main Body.
Wrap up the Cord J and store it
under the Food Slicer. The Food
Slicer should be stored in a
location that is out of reach of
children in a clean dry enviroment.
See fig. 12.
L
K
fig. 12
G
fig. 11
A
H
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Data
Model no.
Power Supply
Blade
Blade RPM
Blade Diameter
Slice Thickness
Weight
Connecting to Power
Check that the voltage marked on the product corresponds with your supply voltage.
This product is fitted with a 13A plug complying with BS1363. If this plug is unsuitable
or needs to be replaced, please note the following :
Plug Replacement
If you need to replace the fitted plug.
WARNING :
Never connect live or neutral wires to the earth terminal of the plug.
Only fit an approved 13 Amp BS1363/A plug and the correct rated fuse.
If in doubt, consult a qualified electrician.
IMPORTANT
The wires in this mains lead are coloured as follows:
Blue-Neutral
Brown-Live
As the colours of the wires in the mains lead of this
apparatus may not correspond with the coloured
markings identifying the terminals in your plug,
proceed as follows:
The wire which is coloured blue must be connected
to the terminal, which is marked with N or coloured blue. The wire which is coloured
brown must be connected to the terminal which is marked L or coloured brown.
Always ensure that the plug cord grip is fastened correctly. If a 13A (BS1363)
fused plug is used it must be fitted with a 3A fuse conforming to BS1362 and be
ASTA approved. If in doubt contact a qualified electrician.
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household wastes throughout the EU. To prevent possible harm to the
environment or human health from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it
responsibly to promote the sustainable reuse of material resources. To return
your used device, please use the return and collection systems or contact
the retailer where the product was purchased. They can take this product for
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environmental safe recycling.
S892
220-240V~ 50/60Hz 150W
Stainless Steel
95
6-1/2"
Adjustable 0-15mm
4kg
BLUE
(NEUTRAL)
CABLE
GRIP
BROWN
(LIVE)
PRODUCT GUARANTEE
This product is guaranteed against manufacturing defects for a period of
Year
This product is guaranteed for twelve months from the date of original purchase. Any
defect that arises due to faulty materials or workmanship will either be replaced,
refunded or repaired free of charge where possible during this period by the dealer
from whom you purchased the unit.
The guarantee is subject to the following provisions:
- The guarantee does not cover accidental damage, misuse, cabinet parts, knobs
or consumable items.
- The product must be correctly installed and operated in accordance with the
instructions contained in this manual.
- It must be used solely for domestic purpose.
- The guarantee will be rendered invalided if the product is re-sold or has been
damaged by inexpert repair.
- Specifications are subject to change without notice.
- The manufacturer disclaims any liability for the incidental or consequential damages.
- The guarantee is in addition to, and does not diminish your statutory or legal rights.
Guarantor: Argos Ltd
489 - 499 Avebury Boulevard
Central Milton Keynes
MK9 2NW
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