Operating Instructions; Sharpening Instructions - Univex Max series 8512 Instruction Manual

The Univex slicer is designed to meet the cook's demand for an efficient, sturdy slicer. The Univex 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 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]) allows for slice thicknesses ranging from paper thin
up to 5/8". 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 closed position (beyond
"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. Use
only the carriage arm handle (Figure 1 [9]).
Always make sure the carriage is positively secured to the slicer by checking to see that the
carriage arm knob (Figure 1 [11]) is fully tightened. Failure to do this could result in the
carriage striking and damaging the knife edge.
PROTECTIVE GUARD
WARNING: The protective guard (Figure 1 [13]) covers the knife edge completely except under the
sharpener cover and the forward edge where slicing will be performed. This forward edge
is covered by the edge of the fence, but only when the slice adjustment is completely
closed.
The knife guard (Figure 1 [5]) can be removed for cleaning by unscrewing the knife guard
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.

SHARPENING INSTRUCTIONS

This slicer is equipped with a knife having a concave or hollowed rear surface for superior slicing quality.
Of course, any knife, however superior, must be sharpened regularly and properly in order to produce
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 built-in design simplicity and ease of use. It even has an
automatic aligning feature.
Warning: The following sharpening procedure will provide high quality sharpening results and should
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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