German Knife GS12M, GS12A User Manual

For service contact:

German Knife Inc.

1-800-500-3519

www.turboairinc.com

OWNER & OPERATOR INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model No.

GS-12A GS-12M

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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

PAGE

Attention-Warning-Caution

Key Components

Safety Tips

Installation - Proper Grounding

Operating Instructions

Manual Operation

Automatic Operation

Cleaning

Knife Sharpening

Simple Maintenance and Repair

Optimal Slicing Performance

Troubleshooting Guide

Warranty Information

German Knife Inc

4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808

Phone : 800-500-3519

Fax : 310-900-1066

www.turboairinc.com

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 :

Warning related to possible damage to the equipment are indicated by :

CAUTION

A wall chart, which includes safety instructions, is also included with this equipment. This wall chart should be posted near the slicer within easy view of the operator. You should also make certain that this manual is available for easy reference by any operator. German Knife has put several warning labels in English on its slicers. Spanish labels are packed in the shipping carton and can replace the English labels at the owner’s option. For any warning label copies, please contact your nearest representative or German Knife directly for these items at no charge. 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.

KEY COMPONENT OF GERMAN KNIFE SLICER

Knife Sharpener

Receiving Area

Start/Stop Switch

Food Chute

End Weight

Food Chute Handle

Slice Thickness Dial

Speed Display

Chute Speed Controls

Knife Ring Guard

Knife Motor

Slicer Table

GS-12A FRONT VIEW

GS-12A SIDE VIEW

Auto Engage Lever

Knife

Control Panel

- Knife Motor Start/Stop

- Touch Pad Controls

- Chute Speed Touch

- Power Indicator Light

- Auto Engage Lever

Rubber Feet

Knife Cover

Chute Arm

Oil Hole

Name Plate

Lift Lever

GS-12A SIDE VIEW

KEY COMPONENT OF GERMAN KNIFE SLICER

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.

• BEFORE TURNING SLICER “ON”, place auto engage lever in “MANUAL” position. (Automatic slicers only)

• 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 paper-covered receiving area.

• ALWAYS turn off slicer, return auto engage lever to “MANUAL” position, and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use.

• BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY PARTS, always turn slicer off, turn slice thickness dial clockwise to closed position, remove chute unplug slicer.

• USE ONLY GERMAN KNIFE SLICER ACCESSORIES properly installed.

UNPACKING

Unpacking the slicer immediately after receipt. If the machine is found to be damaged, save the packaging material and contact the carrier within 24 hours of delivery. Immediately contact the shipper. You have no recourse to damage after 24 hours.

You should receive with the slicer, rubber feet, mineral oil, owner & operator manual and wall chart. Contact German Knife or your supplier if you did not receive all of these materials.

TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY

PROPERLY INSTALL SLICER IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA.

• ALWAYS install equipment in work area with adequate light and space.

• ONLY operate on a solid, level, non-skid surface.

• NEVER bypass, alter, or modify this equipment in any way from its original condition. Doing so may create hazards and void warranty.

• NEVER operate slicer without knife cover and knife ring guard securely installed.

• NEVER operate without wall chart posted.

INSTALLATION

1. Read this manual thoroughly before installation and operation. DO NOT proceed with installation and operation if you have any questions or do not understand anything in this manual. Contact your local representative or German Knife FIRST.

2. Remover the corrugated box from your skid by extracting fastener mails at the bottom of the box.

3. Carefully unbolt slicer from bottom of skid using a socket wrench.

4. Attach rubber feet to slicer base and firmly tighten.

NEVER USE SLICER WITHOUT RUBBER FEET INSTALLED.

INSTALLATION

5. Select location for slicer that has a level, solid, non-skid surface and a well-lighted work area away from children and visitors.

USE AT LEAST TWO PEOPLE TO LIFT SLICER UP TO OPERATING LOCATION. NEVER ATTEMPT TO LIFT SLICER ALONE.

THIS MACHINE IS PROVIDED WITH A THREE-PRONG GROUNDING PLUG. THE OUTLET TO WHICH THIS PLUG IS CONNECTED MUST BE PROPERLY GROUNDED. IF THE RECEPTACLE IS NOT THE PROPER GROUNDING TYPE, CONTACT AN ELECTRICIAN. DO NOT UNDER ANY CIRCUMSTANCES CUT OR REMOVE THE THIRD GROUND PRONG FROM THE POWER CORD OR USE ANY ADAPTER PLUG. (SEE FIG. 5-1, 5-2)

6. Post German Knife safety tips and wall chart close by in a location within easy view of operator.

7. Inspect slicer to ensure all parts have been provided.

8. Make sure knife cover, knife ring guard and knife sharpener cover are in place.

9. Make sure warning labels are properly positioned and legible and Owner & Operator Manual is available near slicer. Place the Spanish labels on the slicer if your work force requires them.

10. Complete warranty card and mail to German Knife service center.

11. Clean the slicer using the procedures outlined in the Cleaning Section (page 13 through

16) prior to using the slicer.

12. Contact your local representative or German Knife directly if you have questions or problems regarding the installation or operation of this slicer.

Figure 5-1 Correct Figure 5-2 Incorrect

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS