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Chapter index About these instructions About this machine Safety instructions Installation Machine and operating elements Operation Troubleshooting Maintenance Technical data Appendix 6.083.98.5.10.10 en...
The machine may only be operated by trained personnel over the age of 14. This means that the operator has to be familiar with the contents of these operating instructions. Installation, maintenance and repair must be performed by Bizerba authorized specialists only.
About these instructions Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Warnings Warnings are divided into danger levels by the signal word above the warning symbol. Structure of warnings and meaning of signal words are described in these instructions as follows.
About this machine About this machine Intended use The slicers in the VS12D series are technical tools exclusively intended for commercial use. They may only be operated by instructed personnel over the age of 14. The VS12D series includes all types listed in the enclosed declaration of conformity.
About this machine Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Applications The slicers in the VS12D series are intended for installation in the sales area. Installation in preparation areas is permissible, making allowances for a cleaning plan and protection type IP 33.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- About this machine Materials The complete machine housing as well as the gauge plate, blade cover and carriage, are made of anodized aluminium. Optionally the surface can be finished with Ceraclean (VS12CD). The back panel , the slider guard and the remnant holder plate are made of transparent, break-proof and food-grade plastic, which is approved for foodstuffs.
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About this machine Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Blade guard ring Blade Blade cover Pusher protection Locking lever Remnant holder plate Remnant holder Product fixation device...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- About this machine 2.2.2 Name of components VS12D-V Fig. 2: Name of components VS12D-V The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Blade guard ring Blade Blade cover Product support...
Feed roller with cam Depositing arm Chain frame Membrane keyboard Accessories Only use the original Bizerba spare parts and accessories in order to ensure safe and trouble-free operations. standard – Accessories kit including sharpener, paper felt, cleaning cloth, scrubber and brush and service oil –...
To ensure that the machine is recycled environmentally friendly, return the machine to the manufacturer or the dealer after intended use has expired. Naturally, Bizerba and its dealers will take back free of charge old machines no longer in operation.
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About this machine Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- 2 - 8 6.083.98.5.10.10 en...
Protective devices may not be removed, modified or bypassed. DANGER Open the electrical installation area! Risk of life from electric current. – The electrical installation area may only be opened by Bizerba Service. – Pull power plug before moving the machine. WARNING Unauthorized persons! Serious injuries to fingers and hands and damage to health.
Safety instructions Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Safety instructions for transport and installation CAUTION Carriage might move due to its unladen weight. Risk of hand injuries due to crushing! – Be careful when unpacking. Safety instructions during operation, slicing...
Back panel, not removable – Product holder on or behind the product – Forced guidance of product holder in cutting range less than 60 mm (VS12D) – Protective circuit in case of voltage cutoff – Sharpener with protective cover of open blade area Remaining risks that cannot be excluded by technical measures: –...
Installation and assembly Installation, start-up, as well as instructions on how to operate, clean, maintain and service the device are provided for the first time by the relevant Bizerba customer services or the Bizerba trade consultant. Only lift the machine at the lifting straps. The drawing "Packing/unpacking the machine" is included.
Installation Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- The installation surface needs to: – provide sufficient space, Dimensions, see chapter 9.1 until 9.2 – be horizontal and flat – be slip-proof and tilt-proof – be stable and rigid, Machine weight, see chapter 9.1 until 9.2 The recommended table height is approx.
Bizerba machines Start-up Initial start-up as well as instructions on how to operate, clean, maintain and service the machine are initially provided by the responsible Bizerba service department or by a Bizerba specialist. 4.3.1 Switching the slicer on Press the green key <I>.
Installation Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Placing out of operation If the machine is not going to be used for a longer period of time: Switch off machine. Pull out power plug. Clean machine as per cleaning instructions.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Machine and operating elements Machine and operating elements Membrane keyboard VS12D, VS12D-V Fig. 3: Membrane keyboard VS12D, VS12D-V Display of number of portions and number of slices Function keys Set maximum speed <Gradually reduce carriage speed>...
Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- 5.1.1 Function keys <Plus> Input key to increase number of slices or portions For number of slices there is an overflow of 99 over U (infinitely) to 1. For number of portions there is an overflow of P9 over PU (con- tinuous operation w/o counting) to P1.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Machine and operating elements Depositing program <Circular pattern> with 5 slices per circle, large product diameter (key on the <right>) The number of slices for the selected depositing mode can be changed up to 99 using <+> and <-> keys. This number re- mains stored until a new depositing program is selected.
Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- 5.1.3 Distance between slices during shingling The distance between slices during shingling cannot be influenced depending on the se- lected number of slices (see table, rounded values). Number of slices...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Machine and operating elements Applied for – delicate products – with low number of slices – thick slices Pull push button until its stop. Fig. 4: Push button MAN Set locking lever to MANUELL.
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Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Applied for – non-delicate products – with high number of slices – for slicing with depositing program, e.g. to fill up the service counter Press push button until its stop.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Machine and operating elements Slice thickness setting The slice thickness is adjusted by means of the rotary knob. Large fine adjustment range between 0 to 3 mm. With slice thickness setting below "0" the tilting device is unlocked (black marking).
Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Product holder VS12D When placing the product on the carriage, the product holder can be lifted up to its un- stable equilibrium. For slicing purposes, the product holder is set on top or behind the product.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Machine and operating elements Product fixation device VS12D The correctly positioned product support holds the product in place and prevents de- flecting and turning of product during the slicing process. The product fixation is irreversibly self-lock- ing on its shaft and is movable across the full width of the carriage.
Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Paper holder The paper holder is used when the sliced product has to be delivered straight on to paper or foil. Positioning of several sheets of paper or film:...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Operation Operation Only products approved in compliance with the specifications of this documentation may be sliced. See chapter on Intended Use. Inserting and slicing product with the VS12D WARNING Rotating blade! Cut injuries –...
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Operation Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Switch on machine. Depositing program <Stacking 1 time> is the default setting of the device at delivery. Select desired function on membrane keyboard. Depositing table and depositing arm move towards their initial position.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Operation Inserting and slicing product with the VS12D-V WARNING Rotating blade! Cut injuries – Do not allow yourself to become distracted. Concentrate on the task in hand and avoid time pressure. – During operation, do not reach into the path of the carriage.
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Operation Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Using the left hand, position product against carriage rear wall and push against holder. With the right hand, push lever of the holder downwards causing prongs to enter the product and holding it firmly.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Operation Slicing with round platter (optional) WARNING The round platter is equipped with magnets to ensure a fast and easy mounting. If the distance to the magnet is lower than 50 mm, pacemakers can be affected.
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Operation Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Setting possibilities In order to obtain a depositing pattern (see picture) the number of slices has to be increased accordingly. Circular pattern depositing of rectangular products is only possible by using the round platter.
Switch off machine immediately if untypical noises are heard or if there is a suspected risk of injury. Call the responsible Customer Service if you are unable to rectify the fault yourself. Please provide your Bizerba customer service point with the following details: – Machine type (see rating plate), –...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Maintenance Preparation for cleaning Clean thoroughly: – Before putting into operation, – Depending on use and application frequency, – If extremely soiled, several times a day, – After sharpening, – after longer down times.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Removing components WARNING The round platter is equipped with magnets to ensure a fast and easy mounting. For fast and easy installation, the remnant holder is fixed to the guiding shaft by means of a magnet lock.
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Round platter (optional) Lift round platter out of guide shaft and remove in upward direction For quick and easy handling, the remnant holder is attached to the pusher guard by a magnet lock.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Guide cam Loosen the clamp handle on the frame and remove guide cam from between the transport chains. Fig. 31: Guide cam Remnant holder plate VS12D Using the handle, move product holder away from blade and tilt it up.
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Support plate VS12D Loosen star knob on guide element. Remove support plate in an upward di- rection. Place the product holder on the car- riage. Fig. 34: Support plate VS12D Product support VS12D-V Loosen star knob on guide element.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Carriage Turn out knob on carriage foot. Tilt the carriage to the outside. Fig. 37: Tilt the carriage to the outside, VS12D Fig. 38: Tilt the carriage to the outside, VS12D-V Blade cover Hold blade cover on handle with your right hand.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Deflector Remove deflector from magnet lock and move away in arrow direction. Fig. 40: Deflector Now the machine is ready for cleaning. Cleaning CAUTION Splash water! If water gets into the machine it can damage electric components.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Blade cleaning Press a wet disposable cleaning cloth against the blade surface and slowly wipe away from the center. Clean the back of the blade in the same manner. After this process, repeat using a dry disposable cleaning cloth.
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Wipe gauge plate away from blade. Never wipe towards the blade. Fig. 45: Gauge plate Wipe carriage. Leave surfaces dry in the air. Fig. 46: Carriage VS12D-V Clean gap with a brush.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Cleaning plan for slicing machines Work steps Recommen- Procedure Cleaning devices Notes ded cleaning agents Preparatory Close slice thick- measures ness, switch off machine, pull out power plug Disassemble in accordance all removable...
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Work steps Recommen- Procedure Cleaning devices Notes ded cleaning agents Rinse Drinking water Max. 50°C tem- Disposable other machine perature depend. cleaning cloth on when grease Water pipe removed parts can be easily re-...
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- The cleaning agent can be acquired from the BIZERBA customer services: Description Order No. Packaging unit P3-steril 50003250000 5 liters P3-riksan 50003270000 5 liters P3-alcodes 50003260000 5 liters Clean Station 50003280000 H1-Service-Oil...
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Carriage Tilt carriage. Using the handle screw into place on the carriage foot. Fig. 50: Tilting carriage, VS12D Fig. 51: Tilting carriage, VS12D-V Support plate VS12D Insert support plate from top, screw it to guide piece with star knob screw.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Product fixation device VS12D On the operator side, place product holder fixation device horizontally on to the guide shaft and move on guide shaft. Fig. 53: Product fixation device VS12D Remnant holder plate VS12D...
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Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance Product support VS12D-V Push product support onto guide piece, tighten both star knob screws firmly. Fig. 56: Product support VS12D-V Guide cam Install guide cam between the transport chains and tighten with locking handle.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Depositing arm Push depositing arm onto carriage shaft and turn until the hub catches the groove. Fasten with three-square knob. Fig. 59: Depositing arm Depositing table Pull table guide towards you. From the...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance WARNING Missing components! The operator can only be protected from injuries and the machine protected against damage if all the components of the machine are assembled properly. – Check if the machine is complete before it is re-started.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- 8.6.3 Attaching the sharpener WARNING Unprotected blade! Coming in contact with the sharp blade can lead to serious inju- ries. – Wear cut-proof gloves when cleaning and sharpening. – Do not clean the blades when operating the machine.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Maintenance 8.6.4 Sharpening Wear eye protection! Hearing protection is recommended. Switch on machine. Set handwheel marking to "1". The sharpening stone is engaged. Sharpen until right blade edge shows a burr. Set handwheel marking to "0".
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- 8.6.6 Removing sharpener Pull sharpener back after loosening the star grip screw and remove to the top. Set slice thickness immediately to "0". 8.6.7 Removing sharpening dust – Slice thickness to "0"...
WARNING Changing the blade! Severe injuries and damage to property. – For safety reasons, the blade may only be changed by Bizerba customer service. – Wear cut-proof gloves and shoes with toe caps. 6.083.98.5.10.10 en 8 - 21...
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Technical data Technical data Dimensions VS12D Fig. 69: VS12D, example The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Outer dimensions: = 620 mm = 24.4" Length = 795 mm = 31.3"...
Technical data Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Ambient conditions – Surrounding temperature for operation and storage: -10 to +40°C (+14 to +104 degF) – Humidity Protection type IP 33. High air humidity and condensation can result in damage to the machine.
Operating instructions VS12D /C /-R /-V /- Appendix Appendix Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity for plastic materials with direct food contact 6.083.98.5.10.10 en...
The basis for the declaration of conformity is the contract documents (Bizerba pur- chase order documents). In the event of a modification to a machine of the above description that is not coor- dinated with Bizerba or not carried out by Bizerba, this declaration looses its validi- Date: 28 Mar 2013 Signature of manufacturer: ppa.
Information on suppliers or preliminary suppliers can be provided on request. Date: 22 Jul 2011 Signature of manufacturer: ppa. Title of signatory: Andreas W. Kraut Chairman of the Executive Board Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Shareholder Bizerba GmbH & Co. KG 6.083.98.5.10.10 en...
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