German Knife GS12LD User Manual
For service contact:
German Knife Inc.
1-800-500-3519
www.turboairinc.com
OWNER & OPERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
Model No.
GS-10LD
GS-12LD
IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE
To ensure safe and trouble free performance of you new
German knife slicer, we suggest that all personnel who will
use and maintain the slicer read and understand the manual
before operating the equipment. Should there be any
questions or if we can be of further assistance, please call us
toll free at (800) 500-3519.
www.turboairinc.com
TABLE OF CONTENTS
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Attention-Warning-Caution
Components of the Slicer
GS Series Slicer Safety Tips
Installation
Operation
Cleaning
Knife Sharpening
Belt Changing
Simple Maintenance
Troubleshooting Guide
Warranty Information
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German Knife Inc
4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808
Phone : 800-500-3519
Fax : 310-900-1066
www.turboairinc.com
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ATTENTION OWNERS AND OPERATORS
German Knife’s equipment is designed to provide safe and productive processing of food
products as long as the equipment is used in accordance with the instructions in this manual
and is properly maintained. Unless the operator is adequately trained and supervised, there is a
possibility of SERIOUS INJURY. Owners of this equipment bear the responsibility to make
certain that this equipment is used properly and safely, strictly following all the instructions
contained in this manual and the requirements of local, state or federal law.
Supervisor should not permit anyone to touch this equipment unless they are at least 18 years
old, are adequately trained and supervised, and have read and understood this manual. Supervisors should also ensure that no customers, visitors or other unauthorized personnel come in
contact with this equipment. Please remember that German Knife cannot anticipate every
circumstance or environment in which its equipment will be operated. It is the responsibility of
the owner and the operator to remain alert to any hazards posed by the function of this equipment - particularly the sharp knife and all moving parts. If you are uncertain about a particular
task or the proper method of operating this equipment, ask your supervisor.
This manual contains a Safety Tips Section listing a number of precautions to follow to help
promote safe use of this equipment. Throughout the manual you will see additional warnings to
help alert you to potential hazards.
Warning affecting your personal safety are indicated by :
or
Warning related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by :
CAUTION
Make certain that the manual and GS Series safety tips card are available for easy reference by
an operator. German Knife has put a warning label in the English language on its slicers.
Please remember that this manual, the wall chart, or the warning do not replace the need to be
alert, to properly train and supervise operators, and to use common sense when using this
equipment.
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KEY COMPONENT OF GERMAN KNIFE SLICER
Sharpener
Slice
Deflector
Knife Cover
Release Knob
Power Cord
Knife Cover
Receiving
Area
End Weight
On/Off
Switch
Feet
GS-12LD Slicer
Food Chute
Food Chute
Handle
Food Chute
Release Knob
Slice Thickness Dial
Sharpener
Board Suppor
Knob
Slice
Deflector
Knife Cover
Release Knob
Power Cord
Receiving
Area
Knife
Cover
Weight
GS-10LD Slicer
End
Feet
Food Chute
Handle
Food Chute
Food Chute
Release Knob
Slice Thickness Dial
On/Off
Switch
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GS SERIES SLICER SAFETY TIPS
SHARP KNIFE
TO AVOID SERIOUS
PERSONAL INJURY
• NEVER touch this machine without training and authorization from your supervisor.
You must be at least 18 years old. Read owner and operator manual first.
• ONLY install on level non-skid surface in clean ; well-lighted work area away from
children / visitors.
• ALWAYS ground slicer utilizing proper power source.
• NEVER TOUCH KNIFE. Keep hands and arms away from all moving parts.
• NEVER OPERATE without knife cover and knife ring guard securely installed.
• ONLY USE FOOD CHUTE HANDLE to push food chute during manual slicing.
• ONLY USE THE END WEIGHT, NOT YOUR HAND, to hold food products when slicing.
Never put your hand on or around food chute when slicer is on.
• DO NOT CATCH SLICES WITH YOUR HAND. Let slices drop on receiving area.
• ALWAYS turn off slicer and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use.
• BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY PARTS,
always turn slicer off and unplug slicer and turn slice thickness dial clockwise to closed
position
• USE ONLY GERMAN KNIFE SLICER ACCESSORIES properly installed.
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