Globe GL12 User Manual

OWNER & OPERATOR
INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Model #

Model GL12

Serial #

FOR GLOBE SLICER MODEL GL12

For Service on your Slicer

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

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

- IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE -

This manual contains important safety instructions which

must be strictly followed when using this equipment.

INDEX

A TTENTION OWNERS AND OPERATORS ...................................................................................4

KEY COMPONENTS OF THE SLICER ..........................................................................................5

GLOBE SLICER SAFETY TIPS......................................................................................................6

INST ALLA TION AND PROPER GROUNDING ...............................................................................7-8

OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS .......................................................................................................9-10

CLEANING......................................................................................................................................11-13

KNIFE SHARPENING.....................................................................................................................14-15

SIMPLE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR .........................................................................................16-17

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE........................................................................................................18

LIMITED SLICER WARRANTY.......................................................................................................19

Ó Globe Food Equipment Company, 2004

Printed in USA

GLOBE FOOD EQUIPMENT COMPANY
P.O. BOX 3209
DAYTON, OH 45401
PHONE: [phone]
FAX: [phone]
E-MAIL: [e-mail]
WEBSITE: www.globeslicers.com

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 knife blade and all moving parts.
If you are ever 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.

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 several
warning labels in the English language on its slicers. If the warning labels 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 labels 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 SLICER

Knife Cover Release Knob
Receiving Area
St art/Stop Buttons

End Weight

Food Chute
Food Chute Handles
Slice Thickness Dial

Rubber Feet

Power Indicator Light

Knife Ring Guard
Knife Motor
Data Plate

FRONT VIEW

Slicer Table
Knife

LEFT SIDE VIEW

Chute Arm
Food Chute Release Knob

Knife Cover

RIGHT SIDE VIEW

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GLOBE SLICER SAFETY TIPS

SHARP KNIFE BLADE

TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY:

• NEVER touch this slicer without training and authorization from your supervisor or if you are

under 18 years old. Read owner and operator instruction manual first.

• ONLY install on level nonskid surface in clean, well-lighted work area away from children and
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 securely installed.

• ONLY USE FOOD CHUTE HANDLE to push food chute during 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 CA TCH SLICES WITH YOUR HAND. Let slices drop on paper-covered receiving area.

•ALWAYS turn off slicer and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use.

• BEFORE CLEANING SLICER T ABLE AND KNIFE, turn off and unplug slicer and turn slice

thickness dial clockwise to closed position.

• BEFORE CLEANING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY P ARTS, always turn off and unplug
slicer and turn slice thickness dial clockwise to closed position.

• USE ONLY GLOBE SLICER ACCESSORIES properly installed.

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INSTALLATION AND PROPER GROUNDING

UNPACKING:

1. Unpack the slicer 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. You should receive with the slicer, rubber feet, lubricating oil, warranty card, and an owners
operator instruction manual. Contact Globe or your local supplier if you did not receive all of these
materials.

TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJUR Y PROPERLY

INSTALL SLICER IN ADEQUATE WORK AREA

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

• ONLY operate on a solid, level, nonskid surface.

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

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

• NEVER operate without all warnings attached.

INST ALLATION:

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 slicer from the corrugated box.

3. Make sure rubber feet are firmly tightened to the slicer base.

NEVER USE SLICER WITHOUT RUBBER FEET INST ALLED.

4. Select location for slicer that has a level, solid, nonskid 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.

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