Open Country FG-250SK User Manual

Electric Food Grinder FG-250SK

Care/Use Guide

Guide d’entretien et d’utilisation

Broyeur d’aliments électrique FG-250SK

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Table of Contents

IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS ................................................................................... 1

Get to know OPEN COUNTRY® Grinder ................................................................2

Assembly Instructions ...............................................................................................3

Operating Instructions ..............................................................................................3

How to clear Jammed Food ......................................................................................4

Cleaning Instructions .................................................................................................4

Grinding Tips ................................................................................................................4

Sausage Maker Assembly and Tips .........................................................................5

Sausage Maker assembly ...........................................................................................6

ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................7

Electric Food Grinder FG-250SK

©2008 OPEN COUNTRY® is a registered trademark of The
Metal Ware Corporation.

The Metal Ware Corporation

1700 Monroe St., P.O. Box 237

Two Rivers, WI 54241

Ph: [phone]

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IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS

- This product is designed for household use only -

When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always be
followed, including the following:

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USING THIS APPLIANCE.

The appliance is designed for household use only. It is not intended for
commercial use.
To protect against electric shock, do not immerse the Appliance, including
cord and plug, in water or other liquid.
Close supervision is necessary when appliance is used near children. This
appliance is not recommended for use by children.
Unplug appliance from power outlet when not in use, before assembly or
disassembly of parts, and before cleaning.
Do not operate any appliance with damaged cord or plug or after appliance
malfunctions, or has been damaged in any manner. Return the appliance to OPEN
COUNTRY® Factory Service Department for examination, repair or adjustment.
Do not place appliance on or near a hot gas or electric burner, or heated
oven.
Only use accessory attachments recommended by the manufacturer.
Do not use appliance outdoors or for other than intended use.
Do not let the cord hang over the edge of a table or touch hot surfaces.
Do not operate the appliance continuously for more than 15 minutes. Allow
the appliance to cool for 15 minutes before second operation.
Do not use appliance to grind frozen foods or bones.
Operate appliance only when all parts are fully engaged and tightened.
To reduce risk of injury and damage to appliance keep hands, hair, clothing
and utensils away from moving parts during operation.
NEVER feed appliance by hand, always use the PUSHROD.
Place appliance on at and steady support surface when ready for use.
Remove all packaging and wash parts before using the rst time.
Do not use ngers to scrape food away from discharge disc while appliance
is operating. Cut type injury may result.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Polarized Plug: This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the

other). To reduce risk of electric shock, plug is intended to t into polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully into the outlet, reverse the
plug. If it still does not t, contact a qualied electrician. Do not try to modify
the plug in any way.
Short Cord Instructions: A short power supply cord is provided to reduce
the risk resulting from becoming entangled in or tripping over a longer cord.
Extension cords may be used if care is exercised in their use. If an extension
cord is used, the marked electrical rating of the cord should be at least as
great as the electrical rating of the appliance. The longer cord should be
arranged so that it will not drape over the tabletop where it can be pulled on
by children or tripped over unintentionally.

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Get to know your OPEN COUNTRY

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Food Grinder

Parts list for FG-400SK

Food Grinder

A Pushrod
B Hopper

C Grinder Base

D Locking Nut
E Grinder Head

F Feed Screw / Auger

G Cutting Blade
H Adapter, Sausage

Maker

I Sausage Cones:

Short and Long

J Cutting Plates:

Fine/Course

K Ring Nut

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Assembly Instructions

Carefully unpack unit and examine all packaging to make sure all parts are
included (See page 2)
Clean all parts prior to using.
Place unit on a at stable surface.
Make sure Switch is “OFF” (O) and power cord unplugged before assembling.
Turn Locking Screw counter-clockwise several turns. Insert Grinder Head into
Base opening until seated and tighten Locking Screw.
Insert Feed Screw into Grinder Head, long end spindle rst. Turn slightly until
fully set in Grinder Head.
Position Cutting Blade (cut edge facing outward to plate) onto Feed Screw. Make
sure blade is seated over ‘square’ shoulder of Feed Screw or meat will not grind
properly and Cutting Plate may be damaged.
Place desired Cutting Plate over end of Feed Screw and against Blade. NOTE:
Make sure “notch’ is aligned with ‘key’ in Grinder Head and seated against Blade.
Thread Ring Nut on Grinder Head and turn clockwise until tight.
Place Food Hopper on top of Grinder Head.
Plug into 120 V outlet and you are ready to begin grinding.

Operating Instructions

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Place the unit on a at and stable work surface. Be sure unit is fully
assembled (see Assembly Instructions).
Make sure the Switch is in the “OFF” (O) position.
Insert plug into standard 120 Volt electrical outlet, rated 15A minimum.
Place a wide, shallow bowl or plate beneath the Grinder Head to catch
ground food.
Press Switch to “ON” (I). Always have the unit running before adding
food.
Cut food into strips or cubes slightly smaller than the Hopper opening.
Place food into the Hopper and use Pushrod to gently feed food into
the Feed Screw. Do not force food into the Grinder Head and NEVER
use ngers or other tools, other than recommended by appliance
manufacturer, to feed food into Grinder Head.
If the motor slows or stops, this may be due to jammed food. See
instructions below for clearing jammed foods. IMPORTANT - NEVER PUT
YOUR FINGERS INTO THE FOOD HOPPER OPENING WHILE UNIT IS
OPERATING OR PLUGGED INTO ELECTRICAL OUTLET.
When you have nished grinding food, press Switch to “OFF” (O), unplug
from electrical outlet and follow cleaning instructions.

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How to clear Jammed Foods

If the motor slows or stops, press Switch “OFF” (O) immediately.
Press the Switch to the REVERSE position for several seconds to clear
jammed food in the Grinder Head.
Release the Reverse switch and try operating as usual.
If motor slows or stops again, press Switch “OFF” (O) and unplug from
electrical outlet. Follow cleaning instructions to clear the jammed food
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CLEANING INSTRUCTIONS

Always unplug unit when not in use, before inserting or removing parts and
before cleaning.
NEVER immerse Base unit in water or other liquids. Wipe Base with damp
cloth and mild detergent. Do not use harsh or abrasive cleaners on Base as
it could damage the nish.
Wash all parts, except Base, in hot soapy water, rinse and set aside to
dry. Use care when handling Cutting Blade. NOTE: REMOVABLE PARTS
ARE NOT DISHWASHER SAFE. Dishwasher detergents may cause pitting
and corrosion. Always wash by hand in soapy water.
The Blade and Cutting Plates should be coated with cooking oil after
washing and drying. Wrap in grease-proof paper or plastic bag to prevent
corrosion (rust).
Store appliance in a dry place.
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized service
personnel.

Grinding Tips

Fine Cutting Plate - Use for nely ground texture, such as spreads, baby food

or hamburger.
Course Cutting Plate - Use for coarsely ground texture, such as nuts,

vegetables or ground meat for chili.
Raw Meat and Fish - These items will have a minimum loss of juices if

thoroughly chilled before grinding. When grinding larger quantities, fats can
build up inside the Grinder Head. If this occurs, disassemble and wash parts
in soapy water, then reassemble. After grinding meat you can clean the Feed
Screw by grinding a slice of bread.

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