Table of Contents INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE ......................3 1.1. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS ..........................3 1.2. SAFETY DEVICES INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE ..................4 1.2.1. MECHANICAL SAFETY DEVICES .......................4 1.2.2. ELECTRICAL SAFETY DEVICES ........................4 1.3. DESCRIPTION OF THE MACHINE ......................4 1.3.1. GENERAL DESCRIPTION ..........................4 1.3.2.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI INFORMATION ON THE MACHINE 1.1. GENERAL PRECAUTIONS • The slicing machine must only be used by trained personnel who must be fully aware of the safety STOP standards contained in this manual. • In the event of staff turnover, ensure that training is provided.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 1.2. SAFETY DEVICES INSTALLED ON THE MACHINE 1.2.1. MECHANICAL SAFETY DEVICES As regards safety devices of a mechanical nature, the slicing machine described in this manual complies with the Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and the EN 1974 standard (Slicing machines, safety and hy- giene requirements), which envisages the following (see 1.3.3):...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 1.3.2. CONSTRUCTION CHARACTERISTICS The professional slicing machines in the range listed above are made of an aluminium alloy which guar- antees contact with food (hygiene) and ensures that it is not attacked by acids and salts as well as giving a high level of resistance to oxidation.
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20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI Tray with special arm Tray with special arm Tray with special arm Fig. 1 Figure 1 - Overview of the slicing machine 17 Blade guard 1 Data plate – serial number 5 Control panel...
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20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI OVERALL DIMENSIONS AND TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS (Fig. 2) MACHINE MODEL TGSPI Length mm Width mm Hight mm Distance between legs mm Carriage run Weight Blade rpm Single fase motor 0,25 0,25 0,50 0,35 0,38 0,55...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI The slicing machine leaves our warehouses carefully packed. The packaging consists of: RECEIVING THE MACHINE 3.1. SHIPPING THE MACHINE a) sturdy cardboard outer box; b) the machine; The slicing machine leaves the warehouses carefully packed. The packaging consists of: c) two cardboard inserts to keep the machine very stable;...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI In addition to the conventional symbols, the following are shown on the packaging: In addition to the conventional symbols, the following are shown on the packaging: Machine model Machine model Machine serial number Machine serial number...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI CHAPTER 4 INSTALLATION POSITIONING THE MACHINE The surface on which the slicing machine must be installed must take into account the support dimensions shown in the technical tables (depending INSTALLATION on the model), and therefore be sufficiently large, should be well levelled, dry, smooth, robust and stable and at a height of 80 cm from the ground.
230V three-phase voltage and with 400 V voltage. 20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI Unless otherwise specified, connections are made for 400 V power. In order to adapt to 230 V three phase power, request the intervention of the “SERVICE CENTRE”.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 4.3.2. WIRING DIAGRAM OF THE SINGLE PHASE SYSTEM 230V Figure 7 - 230 V single phase wiring diagram with SCHUKO plug 4.4. GENERAL OPERATION CONTROL Before testing, make sure that the tray is fully locked, then try operation, proceeding as follows: 1.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI Before testing, make sure that the tray is fully locked, then try operation, proceeding as follows: 1. turn the ON/OFF switch to “ON” (Fig. 1) 2. press the start blade button (Fig. 8) and check that the blade is moving.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 5.2.3. SEMIAUTOMATIC OPERATION First of all, with the machine off, turn the carriage lock selector (8) to the automatic position (B). 1. Press the manual key (M) on the slice counter selector (2) 2. Press the start blade (4) and start carriage (5) buttons. At this point, the slicing machine will continue N.B.: The product to cut must only be loaded onto the tray when the graduated...
(26). 2. Move the control rods (24) towards the outer edge of the tray, 20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI the lock knobs (25). 3. Load the product onto the tray so that it rests on the ribbed gauge tray (15.)
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 5.3.3 TRAY WITH SPECIAL ARM N.B.: The product to cut is only loaded onto the tray when th set to “0” and with the motor off (Fig. 11). The procedure is as follows: 5.3.2. TRAY WITH SPECIAL ARM 1.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI SHARPENING THE BLADE SHARPENING THE BLADE SHARPENING THE BLADE Sharpen the blade regularly as soon Sharpen the blade regularly as soon as a decrease in cutting is felt. 5.4. SHARPENING THE BLADE Sharpen the blade regularly as soon as a decrease in cutting is felt.
CHAPTER 6 ROUTINE CLEANING 20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI Before starting the chapter, it is important to make a clarification: the CE automatic gravity range of professional slicing machines complies with regulatory measures for electrical and mechanical protection devices both during operation and during cleaning and maintenance.
6.2.2 CLEANING THE BLADE, THE BLADE GUARD AND THE RING 20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 6.2.2 CLEANING THE BLADE, THE BLADE GUARD AND THE RING 6.2.2. CLEANING THE BLADE, THE BLADE GUARD AND THE RING Loosen the blade guard rod knob (1) so as to...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI by performing the steps in reverse over 6.2.3 CLEANING THE SHARPENER 6.2.3. CLEANING THE SHARPENER The sharpener body must be cleaned using a cloth, while the wheels The sharpener body must be cleaned using a cloth, while the wheels must be cleaned using a dry must be cleaned using a dry toothbrush.
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI 7.2.5. WHEELS Check that the wheels continue to have their abrasive capacity during sharpening. If this is not the case, they must be replaced to avoid damage to the blade, therefore it is necessary to call the “SERVICE CENTRE”...
20.10.2015 METOS Slicing machine TGN, TGI Vianetsintä The most common problems that could occur while using the slicing machine are listed below, along with the most probable causes and solutions for dealing with them. If the problem continues, contact the authorised service provider.
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