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IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE To ensure safe and trouble free performance of you new German knife slicer, we suggest that all personnel who will use and maintain the slicer read and understand the manual before operating the equipment. Should there be any questions or if we can be of further assistance, please call us toll free at (800) 500-3519.
Installation Operation Cleaning 8 - 10 Knife Sharpening 11 - 12 Belt Changing Simple Maintenance 14 - 15 Troubleshooting Guide Warranty Information German Knife Industries 4184 E. Conant St., Long Beach, CA 90808 Phone : 800-500-3519 Fax : 310-900-1066 www.turboairinc.com...
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Make certain that the manual and GS Series safety tips card are available for easy reference by an operator. German Knife has put a warning label in the English language on its slicers. Please remember that this manual, the wall chart, or the warning do not replace the need to be alert, to properly train and supervise operators, and to use common sense when using this equipment.
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KEY COMPONENT OF GERMAN KNIFE SLICER Knife Cover Sharpener End Weight Food Chute Slice Deflector Food Chute Handle Knife Cover Release Knob Food Chute Power Cord Release Knob Receiving On/Off Slice Thickness Dial Area Switch Feet GS-12LD Slicer Food Chute...
• ALWAYS turn off slicer and turn slice thickness dial completely clockwise after each use. • BEFORE CLEANING, SHARPENING, SERVICING, OR REMOVING ANY PARTS, always turn slicer off and unplug slicer and turn slice thickness dial clockwise to closed position • USE ONLY GERMAN KNIFE SLICER ACCESSORIES properly installed.
If the receptacle is not the proper grounding type, contact an electrician. Contact your local representative of German Knife directly if you have any questions or problems with the installation or operation of this slicer.
• Rotate the slice thickness dial counterclockwise to the desired slice thickness. NOTE : Tighten the board support knob (on model GS-10LD only) to support the board before slicing. • After slicing is completed, always turn the slice thickness dial completely clockwise to close the gauge plate.
CLEANING This machine must be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized after each days operation or after being idle for an extended period of time. This machine components are easily disassembled without the use of special tools. SHARP KNIFE TO AVOID SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY •...
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DISASSEMBLE AND CLEANING 1. Remove the food chute Close the gauge plate and turn the food chute release knob counterclockwise until it comes off. Food chute release knob 2. Knife cover Turn knife cover release knob counterclockwise until it comes off. Push the knob inside again to push out the knife cover.
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DISASSEMBLE AND CLEANING 4. Knife cleaning Wash and rinse both side of knife by wiping outward from the center carefully. Never clean any part of the slicer with steel pads. Do not exceed chemical manufacturer’s recommended concentrations for detergent of sanitizer. Solution with concentrations greater than 200 ppm will accelerate corrosion of metals.
KNIFE SHARPENING • Sharpen the knife when necessary, too frequent sharpening results in unnecessary knife wear. But in high volume applications where it is a practice to sharpen the knife frequently or even daily, the knife will be expended in a shorter time. •...
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KNIFE SHARPENING 6. Plug in the slicer power cord and turn on the slicer. 7. Push the button on the back of sharpener for 5 seconds to sharpen back side of knife and then release. IF necessary, repeat sharpening for another 5 seconds. 8.
BELT CHANGING • After a long time using, belt should be changed to keep the machine in good condition. 1. Take out the knife cover as forenamed. 2. please screws to take out the blade. 3. Release screws to take out the board. 4.
SIMPLE MAINTENANCE LUBRICATION Various slicer parts need to be lubricated periodically using German Knife oil (supplied). Do not use vegetable oil to lubricate. Vegetable oil will damage this slicer. FOOD CHUTE SLIDE ROD (WEEKLY) 1. Put 4-5 drops directly on the slide rod weekly (depends on usage).
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Power cord not plugged in Plug in power cord Knife is not rotating Switch off Turn switch on V-belt broken Call for service to replace V-belt Dull Knife Sharpen the knife Bad cuts Too much grinding on the Resharpen the knife front side of knife...
All warranty claims must be authorized by German Knife or Radiance prior to the purchase of parts or labor. Failure to comply with these warranty policies will result in the voiding of warranty claims.
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