Robot Coupe R10 Service Manual

OPERATION MANUAL

FOR

MODEL

R10, R10P, and R10U

robot coupe U.S.A., Inc.

P.O. Box 16625, Jackson, MS 39236-6625 280 South Perkins St., Ridgeland, MS 39157 email: robocoup@misnet.com website: www.robotcoupeusa.com

1-800-824-1646

I. Introduction

II. Operation Instructions

A. Blade Assembly B. Controls C. Operation D. Emptying the bowl

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E. Cleaning

III. Preventative Maintenance

IMPORTANT NOTICE

DRIVE SHAFT ROTATION

R10 Operation Manual

Three phase motors may rotate either direction.

Required motor rotation is counterclockwise.

Changing the motor rotation requires a qualified electrician.

See note on end of power cord.

R10 Operation Manual

Introduction

Robot Coupe offers the most complete line of food processors available in the food service industry. The Robot Coupe model R10, 10 quart Vertical Cutter Mixer, is specifically designed for quality, high speed food preparation. The R10 can prepare a variety of foods ranging from a coarse chop to a fine puree. You can prepare fresh salads, sauces, pates, mousses, salad dressings, blends, prepare fine and coarse sausage mixtures, meat salads, mashed potatoes, mix and knead all doughs, pie crusts, flake pastries, and emulsify meats, nuts, and other fruits and vegetables.

The R10 is constructed of sturdy stainless steel, fiberglass, and cast aluminum. The stainless steel bowl with the adjustable knife is designed to allow for small and large batches without any mixing baffle required. A large see-thru lid with a funnel opening allows you to carefully control the consistency of the product as it is being processed. The Robot Coupe model R10 is designed to give years of safe, quality food preparation.

Maintain a copy of this manual for reference by all users. Follow the instructions as indicated in this manual. Pay close attention to the special notes of caution.

MODEL SPECIFICATIONS

R10 * 10 Quart Capacity

208-240 Volt, 3 phase, 3/4.5 Hp, 9/12.5 A 2 speed, 1725/3450 RPM

R10P * 10 Quart Capacity 208-240 Volt, Single Phase, 3 Hp, 14.5 Amp Single Speed, 1725 RPM

R10U * 10 Quart Capacity Same as R10 but with 3-1/2 qt. mini bowl attachment. The mini bowl may be purchased with the machine as model R10Uor separate as part number R8U090.

* Capacities may vary with the products ability to circulate in the bowl.

The R10 is equipped with auto-reset thermal overload protection. If the unit overheats due to an overload condition, it will automatically shut off. After a cooling period of ten to fifteen minutes the thermal overload protection will automatically reset and the unit may then be restarted. It will not restart until the thermal overload has reset.

The suggested breaker size is: R10-20 AMPS, R10U-20 AMPS, R10P-30 AMPS. Check the local codes they may supersede the suggested breaker size.

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II. Operation Instructions

This manual is broken down into step by step instructions to assist the operator in easy and quality food preparation. This manual should be read completely before use by each operator. Additionally, this manual should be kept as a reference for future operators. Adherence to the guidelines set forth by this manual will ensure a safe, long life utilization of the vertical cutter mixer.

A. Blade Assembly

The R10 blade assembly comes assembled from the factory. The blade assembly is designed so that the blades can be adjusted for large or small batches. The blade assembly should be completely disassembled after each days use, washed completely, and allowed to air dry before reassembled. Additionally, the blades should be kept sharp to provide the best performance. The blades can be sharpened by means of a fine stone; a stone is provided with each machine.

The blades are set at the factory to allow for most operations (See figure). The bottom blade should always stay on the bottom, followed by one small spacer, then the second blade, followed by the second smaller spacer then the third blade. Note: the white Nylon spacer should always be used between the locking nut and large aluminum spacer. Most low speed operations can be run using this blade configuration. High speed operations and operations using heavy loads such as dough and cheese should use only two blades. For high speed operations, use only one small spacer between the lower and second blade.

Use the following diagram as a guide. NOTE: The placement of the blades is very important to maintain the correct cutting performance and balance. The blades should always be located 120 degrees apart when using the three blade system. The second blade should always follow the bottom blade, not lead the bottom blade. Refer to the diagram below.

BLADE LOCKING NUT

NYLON SPACER

BIG SPACER

SMALL SPACER

BLADE SUPPORT

NYLON SPACER

BLADE LOCKING NUT

BIG SPACER

SMALL SPACER

BLADE SUPPORT

THE BEVELLED SIDE OF BLADES

SHOULD ALWAYS BE UP

TOP

VIEW

THREE BLADE CONFIGURATION

FOR LOW SPEED.

BOTTOM

BLADE

TWO BLADE CONFIGURATION

FOR HIGH SPEED.

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There are seven important points to remember about the blade assembly:

(1) The blades are extremely sharp, take care when working around and handling the blades.

(2) The bottom blade must always stay on the bottom of the blade support.

(3) When placing the blade assembly on the motor shaft for operation, ensure that the blade assembly seats completely on the motor shaft. The blade assembly should drop all the way to the bottom of the bowl such that the bottom blade is almost touching the bottom of the bowl.

(4) Disassemble the blade assembly at least after each days use, wash completely, and allow to air dry before assembly.

(5) Ensure that the blade assembly is correctly assembled, and all parts fit tightly together before beginning each operation.

(6) Sharpen the blades as necessary.

(7) A large spacing between the blades can cause excessive , vibration, especially on high speed.

Blade disassembly: Included with the machine is a blade disassembly tool. This consists of two pieces; the blade stop, and the pry bar. Refer to the drawing below. The blade stop rests on the front bowl locking bracket, this prevents the blade from rotating during assembly and disassembly. Place the blade stop on the front bracket, and place the blade on the motor shaft. To disassemble, rotate the blade counterclockwise until a blade rests against the blade stop. Slide the pry bar into the slot underneath the blade locking nut, and twist counterclockwise to loosen the nut. Remove the blade locking nut and adjust or clean the blade as required. Reverse this procedure for assembly.

PLACE THE BLADE ON THE

PLACE THE

BLADE STOP ON THE FRONT BRACKET

MOTOR SHAFT.

INSERT PRY BAR.

AND TURN CLOCKWISE TO TIGHTEN OR COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO LOOSEN

ROTATE THE BLADE UNTILL IT RESTS AGAINST THE BLADE STOP. CLOCKWISE TO TIGHTEN COUNTERCLOCKWISE TO LOOSEN.

Alternate method to disassemble the blade; place the blade assembly carefully on its side on a cutting block or board. It is recommended that a pair of protective cutting gloves be used when handling the blades. With the blade on its side, loosen the locking nut by turning it in a counterclockwise rotation. Remove all the spacers and blades for cleaning. Allow all parts to dry before reassembly. A light food grade grease may be applied to the threaded area to assist in easy removal.

If the blades are not disassembled on a regular basis, they will become hard to disassemble and adjust. If the blade locking nut will not remove, service may be required.

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