Univex 6512 Service Manual

INSTRUCTION 6512

MANUAL

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ge Arm Support,

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Base and Slice Adjustment Knob Assembly

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

Table of Contents 1
List of Illustrations 1

Introduction 3
Installation Instruction 3

Safety Warnings 3

Operating Instructions 4-5
Sharpening Instructions 4-5
Operator's Care of Slicer - Cleaning & Lubrication 5-6
Mechanic's Maintenance 8
Trouble Shooting Guide 9
Repair Instructions including Disassembly, Replacement, and Reassembly 10- 12
Replacement Parts Lists Keyed to Figure Drawings 13- 19
Wiring Diagram 20
Warranty Information Back Cover

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

ILLUSTRATION PAGE

Figure 1 Overall View of Meat Slicer Model 6512 2
Figure 2 Lubrication Diagram and Instructions 7

Figure 3 Knife, Pulley, and Motor Assembly 13 - 14
Figure 4 Fence, Fence Adjustment, Carnage, Carnage Ann, Carria

and Feed Grip Assembly

Figure 5 Sharpener assembly 18

Figure 7 Wiring Diagram 115V, 60 HZ, 1 PH 20

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OVERALL VIEW OF MEAT SLICER

MODEL 6512

FIGURE 1

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1 FENCE 8 CARRIAGE ARM
2 KNIFE SHARPENER 9 GRADUATED KNOB
3 KNIFE GUARD 10 ON-OFF SWITCH
4 PROTECTIVE GUARD 11 INDICATOR LIGHT

5 LAST SLICE DEVICE 12 CARRIAGE
6 ELECTRIC CORD (NOT SHOWN) 13 SERIAL NAME PLATE

(NOT SHOWN)

7 CARRIAGE ARM KNOB

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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.

ng guide is provided. A complete Replacement Parts List with identifying figures is

carefully by the person making the installation for loose, damaged or broken parts. Detached parts and

After slicer has been inspected, wash slicer completely with warm water and mild soap.

nt 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

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

production. This height is considered optimum when the carriage

Before

making electrical connections, CHECK the specifications on the nameplate to

make sure that they agree with those on your electrical service. A grounding type

ceptacle,

have a qualified electrician provide one with grounding provisions in accordance

The slicer knife is extremely sharp! Never touch the knife, always keep hands and fingers

knife. Never run 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

knob should be turned fully back to the closed position (beyond "0") so that

for best results and for safety. Also remember

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

INTRODUCTION

A trouble shooti
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 reinspected

fixtures should be checked against packing list to determine all are present. Any damages,
imperfections or shortages should be reported to the dealer or Univex and shipping carrier.

Warning:

INSTALLATION

The most efficie

around it for ease of maintenance and cleaning, as well as for efficient and safe use.

operation, as well as for maximum
handle (Figure 1 [8]) of the slicer is at approximately the height of the operator's elbow when
standing.

Warning/Caution: Electrical wiring instructions are found in the wiring diagram (Figure 7)

Warning:

For SAFETY, follow the cleaning instructions on Page 5.

IMPORTANT

three-terminal plug is provided for safety. If you do not have a mating re

with local safety codes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

clear of the

adjustment
the knife edge is not exposed.

Observe the cleaning instruction on Page 5
to always turn off the slicer and disconnect the electrical supply cord before cleaning.

When slicing, always work the carriage using only the carriage arm handle (Figure 1 [8]).
Do not hold or push the carriage from any other place.

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The Univex slicer is designed to meet the cook's demand for an efficient, sturdy slicer. The Univex

to the ON position. A pilot light

allows for slice thicknesses ranging from

Dial graduations allow you to precisely set up specific slice

thicknesses for various needs. When not in use, always return knob back to its fully

is provided. Do not use this last slice device

ays make sure the carriage is positively secured to the slicer by checking to see that

is fully tightened. Failure to do this could result in

covers the knife edge completely except under the

sharpener cover and the forward edge where slicing will be performed. This forward

can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing the knife

For safety, keep the knife guard on at all times except when

quality. Of course, any knife, however superior, must be sharpened regularly and properly in order to

y slices, but also to allow it to maintain its productivity. The knife

lity sharpening results and

1.

2.

Completely close the slice adjustment (beyond "0") so mat the knife edge is not

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

slicer will give unfailing performance over a period of years, when operated and maintained
according to instructions contained herein.

START/STOP SWITCH

The slicer is started by toggling the ON/OFF switch (Figure 1 [10])
(Figure 1 [11]) is provided to indicate when the slicer is turned on.

SLICE ADJUSTMENT

Warning:

POSITIVE HOLD CARRIAGE

Caution:

PROTECTIVE GUARD

Warning:

This slicer is equipped with a knife having a concave or hollowed surface for superior slicing

Dial-type knob adjustment (Figure 1 [9])
paper thin up to 9/16".

closed position (beyond "0") so that the knife edge is not exposed.

A last slice gravity feed grip (Figure 1 [5])
to work the carriage back and forth. Use only the carriage arm handle (Figure I [8]).

Alw
the carriage arm knob (Figure 1 [7])
the carriage striking and damaging the knife edge.

The protective guard (Figure 1 [4])

edge is covered by the edge of the fence, but only when the slice adjustment is
completely closed.

The knife guard (Figure 1 [3])
guard knob (Figure 3 [31]).
cleaning. Never operate the slicer with the knife guard removed.

SHARPENING INSTRUCTIONS

produce not only the highest qualit
sharpener (Figure 1 [2]) on this machine is a top mounted built -in mechanism, designed for
simplicity and ease of use.

Warning:

The following sharpening procedure will provide high qua
should also be followed for safety considerations:

Warning: Keep away from the knife edge.

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ase will ruin the ability of a grinding stone to sharpen an edge. The stone simply

g surface

Turn slicer OFF and check for the formation of a very slight burr on the side of knife

primary cause of unsatisfactory slicing results.

Use only warm water and mild soap. Rinse carriage assembly with warm

3. The knife cutting area should be clean and free from food, especially grease.
Gre
will not cut. If cleaning is necessary, follow the procedure outlined on Page 5.

4. Loosen sharpener knob assembly (Figure 5 [28]) which bears against sharpener
post, then lift sharpener assembly (Figure 1 [2]) and rotate it 1/2 turn (180°). Then
force it down over the knife.

5. Tighten sharpener knob assembly (Figure 5 [28]). As the knob assembly is
tightened, it bears on the sharpener post and automatically aligns the grinding and
deburring stones to the precise orientations which are preset at our factory.

6. Turn slicer ON. Depress the sharpener button on the back side of blade and hold
in, which will start the grinding wheel rotating. Run until the beveled cuttin
cleans up. This can take from 30 seconds to several minutes depending on how
dull the blade was allowed to become. Release sharpener button.

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opposite the bevel which indicates complete grinding of the bevel. This slight burr
can be detected either visually or by picking with a small piece of stiff paper.

8. Turn slicer ON. Lightly press deburring (honing) button on the front side of blade
and hold for 1 to 2 seconds while you turn OFF the slicer. Blade should now be
completely sharpened and honed.

Caution: It is important for best slicing results not to deburr the knife too long or

the keen edge will be destroyed due to the formation of an undesirable
second bevel on the opposite side. This condition tends to be the

9. Turn slicer OFF. Loosen knob assembly, (Figure 5 [28]) then lift and return
sharpener to its storage position. Tighten knob assembly.

10, Clean slicer and knife according to the cleaning procedure on Page 5 in order to

thoroughly remove grinding debris.

OPERATORS CARE OF SLICER

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

clear of knife.

Warning: 2. Turn off slicer and DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL CORD before cleaning.

Leave protective guard (Fig. 1 [4]) in place.

Caution: 4. Remove carriage assembly (Figure 1 [5, 8, 12]) by loosening carriage

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3. Turn slice adjustment knob (Figure 1 [9]) to the fully closed position
(beyond "0") so that the knife edge is not exposed.

knob (Figure 1 [7]) and lifting off. Carriage may be washed in a sink. Use
care in washing the sharply pointed prongs on the last slice device, (Figure
1 [5]). Wash this area thoroughly. A small bristle brush is recommended.

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Never use detergents or wash the slicer or any of its parts in a dishwashing

cleaning between the fence and the knife.

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and pushing the long stud upward to lift knife guard above surface of

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

water and mild soap. It is recommended that the cloth be folded over a thin

tion to avoid accidental contact with the knife

using a soft cloth inserted between knife edge and guard on

e knife

clean soft cloth.

toxic sanitizer may be wiped on the

clean surfaces with a soft clean cloth or sprayed as recommended on the

ious parts. Be sure to

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

machine or the clear protective finish will be damaged.

cloth. Under no circumstances should the slicer be hose rinsed. It is
recommended that the cloth be folded over a thin wooden stick when

Warning: 8.

Caution: 9. Following cleaning, a commercial non-

Warning: 10. Replace the knife guard. Never leave the slicer without its knife guard

LUBRICATION & FUNCTION CHECK

Warning; Turn off slicer and DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL CORD before lubricating. Leave

6. Remove knife guard (Figure 1 [3]) by loosening knife guard knob (Figure
[31])
knife. Then carefully lift and remove guard.

7. Remove Knife deflector (Fig 4 [9]) by unscrewing (Fig 4 [10]).

wooden stick as a further cau
edge. CAREFULLY wash between the knife edge and protective guard
(Figure 1 [4])
both front and rear of knife using extreme caution to never touch th
edge. Rinse with warm water applied with a cloth. Dry thoroughly with a

container labeling. It is important that the sanitizer be compatible with
anodized aluminum or the clear protective finish on the slicer will be
damaged. Surface should be wetted completely, but not to the point of
running or puddling.

installed!

11. Replace Knife deflector.

protective guard (Fig. 1 [4]) in place.

General lubrication should be performed in accordance with the lubrication instructions in
Fig. 2. 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 var
check all handles and knobs for tightness.

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