Univex 8512 Service Manual

INSTRUCTION 8512
MANUAL

MAX SERIES Slicer

WE THANK YOU FOR YOUR PURCHASE OF OUR MODEL
8512 SLICER.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESCRIPTION PAGE

Table of Contents 1
List of Illustrations 1
Introduction 3
Installation Instructions 3
Safety Warnings 3
Operating Instructions 4
Sharpening Instructions 4-5
Operator's Care of Slicer - Cleaning Instructions 5-6
Lubrication Instructions 7
Trouble Shooting Guide 8
Repair Instructions Including Disassembly, Replacement and Reassembly 9-11
Replacement Parts 12-21
Warranty Information Back Cover

LIST OF ILLUSTRATIONS

ILLUSTRATIONS PAGE

Figure 1 Overall View of Meat Slicer 2
Figure 2 Base Assembly 12- 13
Figure 3 Casting and Blade Assembly 14- 15
Figure 4 Arm Assembly 16
Figure 5 Slice Control Assembly 17
Figure 6 Carnage assembly 18
Figure 7 Sharpener Assembly 19
Figure 8 Electrical Assembly 20-21
Figure 9 Schematic 115V, 60HZ, 1PH, 100V, 50/60HZ, 1PH 22
Figure 10 Schematic 220V, 50hz, 1ph 23

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OVERALL VIEW OF MEAT SLICER

MODEL 8512

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1 INDICATOR LIGHT 9 CARRIAGE ARM
2 ON-OFF SWITCH 10 ELECTRIC CORD
3 FENCE 11 CARRIAGE ARM KNOB
4 KNIFE SHARPENER 12 AUTO CLUTCH LEVER
5 KNIFE GUARD 13 PROTECTIVE GUARD
6 CARRIAGE 14 GRADUATED KNOB
7 ADJUSTMENT SPACER 15 SERIAL NAME PLATE (ON REAR)
8 LAST SLICE DEVICE

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INSTRUCTION MANUAL

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

fixtures should be checked against packing list to determine all are present. Any damages should be

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

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

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

ion, as well as for maximum production. This height is considered optimum when the carriage

9 & 10.)

nameplate to make sure that they agree with those on your electrical service. A

ety. If you do not have a

keep hands and fingers

clear of the knife. Never run slicer without the guard or other parts in place and securely

fastened. Take extra care to avoid accidents by keeping the knife guard and sharpening

t in use, the slice adjustment

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

for best results and for safety. Also remember

licer and disconnect the electrical supply cord. When slicing,

Do not hold or

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

reported to the carrier immediately, and any shortage of parts or fixtures reported to Univex
Corporation.

Warning:

INSTALLATION

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

operat
handle (Figure 1 [9]) of the slicer is at approximately the height of the operator's elbow when standing.

For SAFETY, follow the cleaning instructions on Page 6.

Warning/Caution:

Warning:

The slicer knife is extremely sharp! Never touch the knife, always

assembly cover ON at all times. When the machine is no
is not exposed.

Observe the cleaning instruction on Page 7
to always turn off the s
always work the carriage using only the carriage arm handle (Figure 1 [9]).
push the carriage from any other place.

IMPORTANT

Electrical wiring instructions are found in the wiring diagram (Figures
Before making electrical connections, CHECK the specifications on the

grounding type three-terminal plug is provided for saf
mating receptacle, have a qualified electrician provide one with grounding
provisions in accordance with local safety codes.

IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNINGS

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OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS

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

allows for slice thicknesses ranging from paper thin

various needs. When not in use, always return knob back to its fully closed position (beyond

. Use

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

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

can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing the knife guard

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

ly and properly in order to produce

in design simplicity and ease of use. It even has an

The following sharpening procedure will provide high quality sharpening results and should

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 pulling the ON/OFF switch (Figure 1 [2]) out to the ON position. A pilot light
(Figure 1 [1]) is provided to indicate when the slicer is turned on.

SLICE ADJUSTMENT

Warning: Dial-type knob adjustment (Figure 1 [14])

up to 5/8". Dial graduations allow you to precisely set up specific slice thicknesses for

"0") so that the knife edge is not exposed.

POSITIVE HOLD CARRIAGE

Caution: A last slice gravity feed grip (Figure 1 [8]) 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
only the carriage arm handle (Figure 1 [9]).

PROTECTIVE GUARD

carriage arm knob (Figure 1 [11]) is fully tightened. Failure to do this could result in the
carriage striking and damaging the knife edge.

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

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

SHARPENING INSTRUCTIONS

Of course, any knife, however superior, must be sharpened regular
not only the highest quality slices, but also to allow it to maintain its productivity. The knife sharpener
(Figure 1 [4]) on this machine is a top mounted built­autom atic aligning feature.

Warning:

The knife guard (Figure 1 [5])
knob (Figure 3 [2]). For safety, keep the knife guard on at all times except when cleaning.
Never operate the slicer with the knife guard removed.

also be followed for safety considerations:

1. WARNING: Keep away from the knife edge.

2. Completely close the slice adjustment (beyond "0") so that the knife edge is not exposed.

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grease. Grease

will ruin the ability of a grinding stone to sharpen an edge. The stone simply will not

Remember to

which bears against sharpener post, then lift

Then seat it down over

As the lock pin is tightened, it bears on the

Turn slicer ON. Depress the sharpener button on the back side of blade and hold in,

seconds to several minutes depending on how dull the

burr on the side of knife

opposite the bevel which indicates complete grinding of the bevel. This slight burr can

the front side of blade and

seconds while you turn OFF the slicer. Blade should now be completely

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

ue to the formation of an undesirable second bevel on

the opposite side. This condition tends to be the primary cause of unsatisfactory

then lift and return sharpener to its

in order to

1

ush is recommended. Use only

3. The knife cutting area should be clean and free from food, especially

cut. If cleaning is necessary, follow the procedure outlined on Page 6.
unplug the electrical supply cord.

4. Loosen sharpener lock pin (Figure 7 [30])
sharpener assembly (Figure 1 [4]) and rotate it 1/2 turn (180°).
the knife.

5. Tighten sharpener lock pin (Figure 7 [30]).
sharpener post and automatically aligns the grinding and deburring stones to the
precise orientations which are preset at our factory.

6.
which will start the grinding wheel rotating. Run until the beveled cutting surface
cleans up. This can take from 30
blade was allowed to become. Release sharpener button.

7. Turn slicer OFF and check for the formation of a very slight

be detected either visually or by picking with a small piece of stiff paper.

8. Turn slicer ON. Lightly press deburring (honing) button on
hold for 1 to 2
sharpened and honed.

Caution:

edge will be destroyed d

slicing results.

9. Turn slicer OFF. Loosen lock pin, (Figure 7 [13])

storage position. Tighten lock pin.

10. Clean slicer and knife according to the cleaning procedure on Page 7

thoroughly remove grinding debris.

OPERATORS CARE OF SLICER

CLEANING
Warning:

Warning:

Caution:

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

2. Turn off slicer and DISCONNECT ELECTRICAL CORD (Figure 1 [10]) before
cleaning. Leave protective guard in place.

3. Turn slice adjustment knob (Figure 1 [14]) to the fully closed position (beyond
"0") so that the knife edge is not exposed.

4.

Remove carriage assembly (Figure 1 [6]) which may be washed in a sink. Use
care in washing the sharply pointed prongs on the last slice feed grip, (Figure
[8]). Wash this area thoroughly. A small bristle br
warm water and mild soap. Rinse carriage assembly with warm water and dry
thoroughly using a clean soft cloth.

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and pushing

Warning 5. Wash body of slicer using warm water and mild soap using a clean soft cloth. Under no

WARNING: 8. CAREFULLY wash the front and rear of the knife with a cloth using warm water and mild

Caution: 9. Following cleaning, a commercial non-toxic sanitizer may be wiped on the clean surfaces

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

Never use detergents nor wash the slicer or any of its parts is a dishwashing machine or the
clear protective finish will be damaged.

circumstances should the slicer be hose rinsed. It is recommended that the cloth be folded
over a thin wooden stick when cleaning between the fence plate and the knife.

6. Remove knife guard (Figure 1 [5]) by loosening knife guard knob (Figure 3 [35])

the long stud upward to lift knife guard above surface of knife. Then carefully lift and remove
guard.

7. Remove deflector (Fig. 3 [33]) by unscrewing knob (Fig. 3 [31 ]).

soap. It is recommended that the cloth be folded over a thin wooden stick as a further caution
to avoid accidental contact with the knife. CAREFULLY wash between the knife edge and
protective guard using a soft cloth inserted between knife edge and guard on both front and
rear of knife using extreme caution to never touch the knife edge. Rinse with warm water
applied with a cloth. Dry thoroughly with a clean soft cloth.

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

11. Replace Knife deflector (Fig. 3 [33]).

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LUBRICATION INSTRUCTIONS

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A = Clean and apply mineral

oil weekly.

B = Apply Petro-Gel (4400408) often as

required to maintain light film.

C = 140 WT USDA oil.
Change when changing gears

D = Lubricated for life.

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