Univex 1000S Installation Manual

1000S Semi-Automatic

Signature Series Slicer

OPERATORS MANUAL

Persons under the age of 18 are not permitted to operate or have

accessibility to operate this equipment per U.S. Dept. Of Labor

employment standards administration fact sheet No. ESA91-3.

1000S
S021926

ED 1.2
7/07

TO INSURE BOTH SAFE AND TROUBLE-FREE PERFORMANCE, WE STRESS THAT ALL

PERSONNEL THAT WILL BE INVLOVED WITH YOUR NEW UNIVEX SLICER MUST READ

AND UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE

SLICER.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

Table of Contents ..................................................1

Overall View of Meat Slicer. ..........................................2

Introduction .......................................................3

InstallationInstructions..............................................3

SafetyWarnings ..................................................3-4

Controls Overview .................................................4

SliceAdjustment ...................................................4

OperatingModeSwitch .............................................4

Control Panel ......................................................5

ManualModeOperatingInstructions ...................................6

AutomaticModeOperatingInstructions ...............................7-8

SharpeningInstructions ........................................... .9-10

CleaningInstructions ..............................................11

Lubricating Instructions ............................................12

Warranty Information .......................................BackCover

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OVERALL VIEW OF MEAT SLICER

FIGURE 1

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1 Last Slice Device Shaft and Knob 8 Control Panel

2 Carriage 9 On/Off Switch (on left side -not shown)

3 Carriage Handle 10 Fence

4 Carriage Arm 11 Fence Cover Knob (not shown)

5 Carriage Arm Knob 12 Last Slice Device

6 Graduated Knob 13 Protective Knife Guard Ring

7 Operating Mode Switch 14 Knife Guard

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INTRODUCTION

This manual contains instructions for the installation, operation, care, maintenance and repair of the
meat slicing machine. Disassembly, repair, replacement and reassembly instructions are included. A
trouble shooting guide is provided. A complete replacement parts list with identifying figures is also
included to facilitate identification and ordering of replacement parts.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

INSPECTION

All UNIVEX slicers are inspected and tested at the factory; however, they should be inspected carefully
by the person making the installation for loose, damaged or broken parts. Detached parts and fixtures
should be checked against the packing list to determine all are present. Any damages, imperfections or
shortages should be reported to the dealer or to Univex and the shipping carrier.

Warning: After the slicer has been inspected, wash the slicer completely with warm water and mild

soap. For SAFETY, follow the cleaning instructions on page 12.

INSTALLATION

The most efficient installation of your UNIVEX slicer will depend upon the layout of your kitchen.
Locate your slicer where it will save steps for the operator and be sure to provide sufficient clearance
around it for ease of maintenance and cleaning, as well as for efficient and safe use.

The slicer should be operated on a sturdy bench or table with the height determined to suit the
operator. It is most important that the forearm of the operator be at the proper level for ease and safety of
operation, as well as for maximum production. This height is considered optimum when the carriage
handle (Figure 1 [3]) of the slicer is at approximately the height of the operator’s elbow when standing.

IMPORTANT

Warning/Caution: Before making electrical connections, CHECK the specifications on the name-

plate to make sure that they agree with those on your electrical service. A ground­ing type three-terminal plug is provided for safety. If you do not have a mating
receptacle, have a qualified electrician provide one with a grounding provision in
accordance with local safety codes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

It is a violation of United States Department of Labor regulations to permit the operation of this slicer
by any person under the age of 18 years.

Warning:

The slicer knife is extremely sharp! Never touch the knife, always keep hands and fingers
clear of the knife. Never run the slicer without the guard and all other parts in place and
securely fastened. Take extra care to avoid accidents by keeping the knife guard and
sharpening assembly cover ON at all times. When the machine is not in use, the slice
adjustment knob (Figure 3 [1]) should be turned fully back to the closed position
(beyond “0”) so the knife edge is not exposed.

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Observe the cleaning instructions on page 12 for best results and for safety. Also remember to always
turn off the slicer and disconnect the electrical supply cord before cleaning.

When slicing in the manual mode, always work the carriage using only the carriage arm handle
(Figure 1 [3]). Do not hold or push the carriage from any other place.

CONTROLS OVERVIEW

This UNIVEX slicer is designed to meet the cook’s demand for an efficient, sturdy slicer. This
UNIVEX slicer will give unfailing performance over a period of years, when operated and maintained

according to the instructions contained in t his manual.

POSITIVE HOLD CARRIAGE

Caution: A last slice gravity feed grip (Figure 1 [12]) is

provided which can be locked out of the way
when not required. Do not use this last slice
device to work the carriage back and forth. Use
only the carriage arm handle (Figure 1 [3]) to
work the carriage.

Always Make sure the carriage is positively
secured to the slicer by checking to see that the
carriage arm knob (Figure 1 [5]) is fully
tightened.

ON/OFF SWITCH

The slicer is started by pushing the rocker style ON/OFF
switch (Figure 2) to the “on” position. The switch will illu­minate to indicate the slicer is ON.

SLICE ADJUSTMENT

A dial-type slice adjustment knob (Figure 3 [1]) allows
for slice thicknesses ranging from paper thin up to 0.8
inches. Dial graduations allow the operator to precisely set
a specific slice thickness.

Warning:

fully closed position (beyond “0”) so that the knife edge is
not exposed.

When not in use, always return the knob to its

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OPERATING MODE SWITCH

The operating mode switch (Figure 3 [2]) allows the operator to choose between automatic and manual
operation. To change the operating mode from automatic to manual, with the carriage in the fully
returned position, turn the switch left to “MAN”. To change the operating mode back to automatic, with
the carriage in the fully returned position, turn the switch right to “AUTO”.

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CONTROL PANEL

Counting Device: When using the slicer in the

automatic mode, you can choose to use
the slice counting device.

To turn this feature on, press the on/off

button (Figure 4 [2]).

To set the desired number of slices to
be cut, press the “+” or “-”buttons
(Figure 4 [1]) to increase or decrease
the set number of slices.

To turn this feature off, press the on/off
button (Figure 4 [2]).

Blade Button: Press the blade button

(Figure 4 [3]) to turn the blade on
when operating thee slicer in the
manual mode.

Set Buttons: The on and off set buttons (Figure 4 [4]) start the slicer in the automatic slicing mode after

the operator has set the operating mode switch to the automatic position and set the speed
and stroke length.

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Speed Buttons: The + and - speed control buttons (Figure 4 [5]) allow the operator to choose between

four slicing speeds.

Stroke Buttons: The + and - stroke control buttons (Figure 4 [6]) allow the operator to choose between

three carriage stroke lengths.

PROTECTIVE GUARD

Warning: The protective guard (Figure 1 [13]) covers the knife edge completely except at the

forward edge where slicing will be performed. This forward edge is covered by the edge of
the fence, but only when the slice adjustment knob is in the fully closed position
(beyond “0”).

The knife guard (Figure 1 [14]) can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing the knife guard

knob (Figure 10 [35]). For safety, keep the knife guard on at all times except when cleaning

the slicer. Never operate the slicer with the knife guard removed.

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MANUAL MODE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. With the slicer OFF, pull the carriage toward you until it stops at the full returned position and
place the food product on the carriage. Slice only boneless, unfrozen product with this slicer. Use
the last slice device (Figure 1 [12]) to hold the product in place during slicing. If the last slice
device is not needed, it can be stored out of the way by swinging it back behind the carriage and
locking it on the retaining pin.

2. Rotate the slice adjustment knob (Figure 3 [1]) TO THE DESIRED SLICE THICKNESS.

3. Turn the slicer “on” by pressing the rocker switch (Figure 2) to the “ON” position. The switch will
illuminate when the unit is on.

4. While pulling the carriage toward you by holding the carriage handle (Figure 1 [3]), turn the
operating mode switch (Figure 3 [2]) left to the “MAN” position.

5. Press the blade button (Figure 4 [3]) on the control panel.

rning: Do not hold food product with your hand. Never put your hand on or around the carriage

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when the slicer is on. The carriage handle (Figure 1 [3]) is the only part of the slicer you should
touch while slicing.

6. Use the carriage handle (Figure 1 [3]) to manually move the carriage back and forth. Do not catch
the slices with your hand. Let the slices drop on a paper covered receiving area.

rning: If the product needs to be adjusted while slicing, always pull the carriage all the way

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towards you. Turn the slicer OFF and close the fence prior to adjusting the product and the last
slice device.

7. After the last slice has been cut, pull the carriage all the way towards you. Turn the slicer OFF by
pressing the on/off rocker switch (Figure 2) to the OFF position. The switch will no longer be
illuminated. Always turn the slice adjustment knob past “0” to completely close the fence.

8. You can now load or unload product from the carriage.

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AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Warning: Before beginning to use the slicer in the automatic mode, make sure the operating mode

switch (Figure 3 [2]) is in the neutral (center) position.

Caution:

1. Make sure the slicer is turned OFF (the on/off switch (Figure 2) will not be illuminated).

2. Pull the carriage completely towards you and place the food product on the carriage. Slice only
boneless, unfrozen product with this slicer. Use the last slice device (Figure 1 [12]) to hold the
product in place. If the last slice device is not needed, it can be stored out of the way by swinging it
back behind the carriage and locking it on the retaining pin.

3. Rotate the slice adjustment knob (Figure 3 [1]) to the desired slice thickness.

4. Turn the slicer ON by pressing the on/off rocker switch (Figure 2) to the ON position. The switch
will illuminate when the unit is on.

5. While pulling the carriage toward you by holding the carriage handle (Figure 1 [3]), turn the
operating mode switch (Figure 3 [2]) right to the “AUTO” position.

6. The control panel will show the number “2” in both the speed and stroke LED. Press the + to
increase or - to decrease the speed and stroke length.

Never put your hands or any body parts near the carriage when the slicer is operating. Keep
your hands and arms away from all moving parts.

Slices Per Minute by Speed and Stroke Length

Stroke Length 4.8 inches (122mm) 7.8 inches (198mm) 11 inches (279mm)

Speed 1

Speed 2

Speed 3

Speed 4

7. If you wish to use the automatic slice counting feature, press the counting device on/off button
(Figure 4 [2]). The counting device LED display should now show “99”. Set the desired slice
count from 1 to 99 by pressing the + and - buttons.

8. When you are ready to start slicing, press the “set on” button (Figure 4 [4]). The slicer should start
slicing.

Caution:

Be alert! The carriage will begin moving back and forth. Keep your hands and arms away
from all moving parts!

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AUTOMATIC MODE OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS CONTINUED

Warning: Never attempt to adjust, load or unload the carriage while the slicer is in automatic

operation!

Warning:

9. To stop automatic slicing operation, press the “set off” button (Figure 4 [4]). Turn the operating
mode switch (Figure 3 [2]) to the neutral (center) position. When using the counting device, the
slicer will automatically stop after the set number of slices have been sliced. You can also stop the
slicing operation in the middle of counting by pressing the “set off” button (Figure 4 [4]).

10. When the carriage has stopped, pull the carriage all the way towards you. Turn the slicer OFF by
pressing the on/off rocker switch (Figure 2) to the off position. The switch will no longer by
illuminated. Always turn the slice adjustment knob past “0” to completely close the fence.

11. You can now load or unload product from the carriage.

If the product needs to be adjusted during automatic slicing, always press the “set off”
button (Figure 4 [4]). Turn the operating mode switch (Figure 3 [2]) to the neutral (center)
position. Pull the carriage all the way towards you. Turn the slicer OFF and close the fence
prior to adjusting the product and the last slice device.

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SHARPENING INSTRUCTIONS

This slicer is equipped with a knife having a concave or hollowed surface for superior slicing quality.
Of course, any knife, however superior, must be sharpened regularly and properly in order to produce
not only the highest quality slices, but also to allow it to maintain its productivity. The knife sharpener
(Figure 13) on this machine is a fence mounted design. Since the sharpener is not exposed during the
slicing of product, the stones remain free of food contamination and in the best possible condition for
sharpening.

Warning:

1. Warning:

2. The knife cutting area should be clean and free from food, especially grease. Grease will ruin

3. Pull the carriage all the way back towards the front of the slicer. Lift the last slice device

4. Completely open the last slice adjustment so that the knife edge is at the maximum slice

5. Slide the carriage toward the blade until the plastic guide of the sharpener (Figure 6 [1]) drops

The following sharpening procedure will provide high quality sharpening results and

should also be followed for safety considerations.

Keep away from the knife edge.

the ability of a grinding stone to sharpen an edge. The stone simply will not cut. If cleaning is
necessary, follow the cleaning procedure outlined on page 12. Remember to unplug the
electrical supply cord.

(Figure 1 [12]) all the way up and rotate it into the stored position. Loosen the sharpener
mounting knob (Figure 6 [2]). Lift the sharpener assembly (Figure 17) and place it on the fence
with the body of the sharpener on the right side of the fence and the mounting knob
(Figure 6[2]) on the left side of the fence.

thickness. Warning:

into the notch on the top of the fence. The plastic guide should now be resting flush with the top
edge of the fence (the carriage should be moved slightly so that it is not touching the sharpener
body). Tighten the knob (Figure 6 [2]) until the sharpener is secure to the fence. Do not over­tighten.

Keep away from the knife edge.

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6. Turn the slicer ON. Rotate the sharpener wheel (Figure 7 [5]) downward to position “1”
(Figure 7 [4]) and hold. This will start the grinding stone rotating. Run the slicer until the
beveled cutting surface on the back side of the blade cleans up. This can take from 15 to 30
seconds depending on how dull the blade was allowed to become. Return the sharpener wheel
to the center position (Figure 7 [3]).

7. Turn the slicer OFF
opposite the bevel this burr indicates complete grinding of the bevel. This slight burr can be
detected ether visually or by picking with a small piece of stiff paper.

8. Turn the slicer ON
engage the honing stone), and hold for 1 to 2 seconds. Turn the slicer OFF. The blade should
now be completely sharpened and honed.

Caution: It is important, for best slicing results, not to hone the knife too long or the keen edge

will be destroyed due to the formation of an undesirable second bevel on the opposite
side of the blade. This condition tends to be the primary cause of unsatisfactory
slicing.

9. With the slicer turned OFF, loosen the sharpener mounting knob (Figure 7 [1]). Slide the
sharpener towards the front of the machine and lift it off the fence. Fully close the fence.

10. Clean the slicer and knife according to the cleaning procedures on page 12 in order to

thoroughly remove any grinding debris.

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and check for the formation of a very slight burr on the top side of the knife

. Rotate the sharpener wheel up to position “2” (Figure 7 [2]), (this will

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OPERATORS CARE OF SLICER

CLEANING

1. Warning: Never touch the knife edge. Always keep your hands, fingers and arms clear of the
knife.

2. Warning:

3. Turn the slice adjustment knob (Figure 3 [1]) to the fully closed position (beyond “0”) so the
knife edge is not exposed. While holding the adjustment knob all the way closed, loosen the
carriage arm knob (Figure 1 [5]). The carriage may now be tilted away from the fence to the
cleaning position. Note that with the carriage tilted the fence becomes locked in the cleaning
position which covers the forward portion of the knife.

4. Caution:

loosening the knobs (Figure 12 [4]). Use only warm water and mild soap. Rinse the carriage
assembly with warm water and dry thoroughly using a clean soft cloth. Never wash the slicer or
any of its parts in a dish washing machine or the clear protective finish will be damaged.

5. Warning: Wash the body of the slicer using warm water and mild soap with a clean soft cloth.

Under no circumstances should the slicer be hose rinsed.

6. Remove the knife guard (Figure 1 [14]) by loosening the knife guard knob (Figure 10 [35]).
Carefully lift the guard by the handle (Figure 10 [18]) and remove the guard.

7. Rotate the meat deflector (Figure 10 [7]) by swinging it away from the back of the blade.

Turn the slicer OFF and disconnect the power supply cord.

Remove the last slice device (Figure 12 [3]), which may be washed in a sink, by

8. Warning:

and mild soap. CAREFULLY wash between the knife edge and the protective guard
(Figure 1 [13]) using a soft cloth inserted between the knife edge and the guard on both the front
and the rear of the knife using extreme caution to never touch the knife edge. Rinse with warm
water applied with a cloth and dry thoroughly with a clean soft cloth.

9. Caution:

surfaces with a soft clean cloth or sprayed as recommended on the container label. It is
important that the sanitizer be compatible with anodized aluminum or the clear protective finish
on the slicer will be damaged. The surface should be wetted completely, but not to the point of
running or puddling.

10. Warning:

11. Return the meat deflector to it’s original position. Lower the carriage to the operating position

and tighten the carriage arm knob.

CAREFULLY wash the front and rear of the knife with a cloth using warm water

Following cleaning, a commercial non-toxic sanitizer may be wiped on the clean

Replace the knife guard. Never leave the slicer without the knife guard installed!

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LUBRICATION AND FUNCTION CHECK

Warning: Turn the slicer OFF and disconnect the power supply cord and close the fence all the

way before lubricating.

General lubrication should be performed in accordance with the lubrication instructions below.
During this lubrication sequence, be sure to check for free operation and movement of related parts
as well as for excessive wear and looseness of various parts. Be sure to check all handles and
knobs for tightness.

LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS

FIGURE 8

FIGURE 9

A= Clean and apply mineral oil weekly B=Apply Petro-Gel (4400408) often as

required to maintain a light film.

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Warranty

The UNIVEX 1000S Slicer carries a
one-year, on­against any defects
workmanship. The one-year
on the date of purchase by the end
remains in full effect provided the unit is
properly in accordance with our i
Any work to be performed under this
must be performed between the hours
8:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. local time, Monday
through Friday. UNIVEX will not cover
overtime
the UNIVEX
at 800-258-6358
before arranging repair
the unit to UNIVEX

Damages incurred in transit or incurred because
of installation error, accident, alteration or
misuse are not covered. Transit damages should
be reported to the carrier immediately.

UNIVEX will not be liable for any
consequential,
special damages.

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