Globe GFP500, GFP550, GFP750, GFP700 Instruction Manual

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Serial #:

Model GFP500

Instruction Manual for

Globe Vegetable Cutter Models

GFP500, GFP550, GFP700, and GFP750

For Service on Your Vegetable Cutter

1. Visit our website at www.globeslicers.com (select Service button)

2. Or...Call Globe service department at 937-297-7247 and ask for the contact
information for your local service company

Visit our website for information on additional products available from Globe.

Slicers, Mixers, Vegetable Cutters, Meat Choppers, and Scales

This manual contains important safety instructions which

must be strictly followed when using this equipment.

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- IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE -

Index

ATTENTION OWNERS AND OPERATORS................................................................................................. 3

KEY COMPONENTS OF THE VEGETABLE CUTTER ................................................................................ 4

INST ALLA TION AND PROPER GROUNDING............................................................................................. 5-6

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS..................................................................................................................... 7-8

DISC INSTALLATION AND REMOVAL ........................................................................................................ 9-11

CLEANING................................................................................................................................................... 12-13

DISCS AND ACCESSORIES AVAILABLE.................................................................................................... 14-15

LIMITED WARRANTY.................................................................................................................................. 16

© Globe Food Equipment Company, 2006

Printed in USA

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P.O. BOX 3209
DAYTON, OH 45401
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WEBSITE: www.globeslicers.com

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Attention Owners and Operators

Globe’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. Importantly,
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.

Owners should not permit anyone to touch this equipment unless they are over 18 years old, are adequately
trained and supervised, and have read and understood this manual. Owners should also ensure that no
customers, visitors or other unauthorized personnel come in contact with this equipment. Please remember that
Globe 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 blade on each cutting disc and all moving parts. If you are ever uncertain about a particular
task or the proper method of operating this equipment, ask your supervisor.

Throughout the manual you will see additional warnings to help alert you to potential hazards.

Warnings affecting your personal safety are indicated by:

or

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

Make certain that this manual is available for easy reference by any operator. Globe has put a warning label on its
vegetable cutters. If the warning label or this manual are misplaced, damaged, or illegible, or if you require
additional copies, please contact your nearest representative or Globe directly for these items at no charge.

Please remember that this manual and the warning label do not replace the need to be alert, properly train and
supervise operators, and use common sense when using this equipment.

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Key Components of the Vegetable Cutter

Foodpusher Guide Rod

Foodpusher

Food Hopper

Ejection Chute

Hopper Hinge

Plastic Food Pusher

Continuous Feed Food Hopper

On/Off Latch

GFP500

Continuous Feed Food Hopper

Hopper Hinge Screw

Hinge Pin

Base

Power Cord

Plastic Food Pusher

GFP550

Hopper Head

Rubber Feet

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GFP700

Installation and Proper Grounding

UNPACKING:

1. Unpack the vegetable cutter immediately after receipt. If the machine is found to be damaged, save the
packaging material and contact the carrier within fifteen (15) days of delivery. Immediately contact your
source of the equipment. You have no recourse to damage after fifteen (15) days.

2. An ejector plate, foodpusher , and instruction manual are packed with the vegetable cutter. If you did not
receive all of these materials, contact Globe or your local supplier.

TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY PROPERLY

INSTALL VEGETABLE CUTTER IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA

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

• ONLY operate the vegetable cutter on a solid, level, nonskid surface.

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

• ALWAYS carry the unit with both hands underneath the unit.

• NEVER attempt to carry the unit by holding the ejection chute or foodpusher handle.

• NEVER operate without the warning label attached.

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 the manual. Contact your local
representative or Globe first.

2. Remove the vegetable cutter from the corrugated box.

3. Make sure the rubber feet are firmly tightened.

NEVER use the vegetable cutter without the rubber feet inst alled.

4. Select a location for the vegetable cutter that has a level, solid, nonskid surface and a well-lighted work area
away from children and visitors.

ALWAYS carry the unit with both hands underneath the unit.

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