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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 6.080.98.5.10.13 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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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.
325 x 260 mm (W x H) or 270mm diameter (VS12F37-P) Applications The slicers in the VS12 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.
Optionally the surface can be finished with Ceraclean (VS12C, VS12CW, VS12CF, VS12CF33, VS12CF33/W). The back panel, the slider guard and the remnant holder plate of the VS12, VS12F, VS12W are made of transparent, break-proof and food-grade plastic, which is approved for foodstuffs.
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W About this machine Noise level During normal operation, the noise emission value according to DIN EN 11202 at the workstation is lower than 70 dB(A), related to the entire machine. In sharpening mode, the noise level reaches temporarily up to 74 dB(A).
About this machine Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Remnant holder plate Product fixation device Handle for product holder Carriage Bias cut plate Star knob for carriage Rating plate Slice thickness setting Gauge plate Deflector Three-square knob for blade cover Membrane keyboard On/Off with signal lamp 2.2.2...
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W About this machine The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Blade guard ring Blade Blade cover Pusher protection Back panel Remnant holder plate Feeding carriage Handle for product holder...
About this machine Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 2.2.3 Name of components VS12F37 Fig. 3: Name of components VS12F37 The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Blade guard ring Blade Blade cover Back panel...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W About this machine Product rail Gauge plate Deflector Three-square knob for blade cover Membrane keyboard On/Off with signal lamp 2.2.4 Name of components VS12F-P Fig. 4: Name of components VS12F-P The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example:...
About this machine Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Product feed carriage with handle Star knob for carriage Rating plate Slice thickness setting Gauge plate Deflector Three-square knob for blade cover Membrane keyboard On/Off with signal lamp 2.2.5 Name of components VS12F37-P Fig.
Deflector Three-square knob for blade cover Membrane keyboard with signal lamp and weight display 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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 6.080.98.5.10.13 en 2 - 12...
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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Safety instructions 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.
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Safety instructions Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Beware of magnetic field This plate is not attached to the VS12F37, VS12F-P, VS12F37-P machines. Fig. 8: Warning sign: Magnetic field Only use and service after the instruc- tion manual has been read Fig.
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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 4.2.2 Electrical connection Information on the rating plate Bizerba logo BIZERBA Machine type VS12 /F /F-P /W /C Machine description Slicer Ee Machine number Production code X-.. Protection class IP 33 Electrical data...
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 Bizer- ba specialist. 4.3.1 Switching the slicer on Press the green key <I>.
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Machine and operating elements Machine and operating elements Membrane keyboard VS12 <I> (green) blade motor on LED (white) display for blade motor on/off <O> (red) blade motor off (lower acti- vation force) Fig. 11: Membrane keyboard VS12 Membrane keyboard VS12F <I>...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Machine and operating elements Product holder VS12, VS12F, VS12W 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.
Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Product fixation device Option for VS12 and VS12W The correctly positioned product support holds the product in place and prevents de- flecting and turning of product during the slicing process.
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Machine and operating elements Product feed carriage VS12F, VS12F37 The feeding carriage is designed for slicing of meat and large products. Due to its superior gliding ability of the feed- ing carriage feed of product towards the blade is facilitated.
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Machine and operating elements Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 6.080.98.5.10.13 en 5 - 6...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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 VS12 WARNING Rotating blade! Cut injuries –...
Operation Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W The fingers of the right hand hold on to the product, the thumb is positioned at the back of the carriage. Uniformly slide carriage forth and back, simultaneously apply slight pressure to product by hand and push towards blade.
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Operation CAUTION There are spikes on the product holder! Risk of injury. – Use handle when working with product holder. Move carriage towards operator. Using the handle, move product holder away from blade and tilt it up.
Operation Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W The fingers of the right hand hold on to the product, the thumb is positioned at the back of the carriage. Uniformly slide carriage forth and back, simultaneously apply slight pressure to product by hand and push towards blade.
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Operation CAUTION Spikes on the product holder and feed carriage! Risk of injury. – Use handle when working with product holder. Move carriage towards operator. Using the handle, move product holder away from blade, lift to open locking de- vice and lift up.
Operation Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W For safe slicing of remnants we recommend the following: Place product ends on feeding carriage, place on carriage rear wall allowing the original cut surface to points to the rem- nant holder plate.
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Operation Place product end with bias surface at the gauge plate. Position the product fixation against the product. Move the product holder by the hand grip and position behind the product. Switch on machine.
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Operation Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W An error number appears in case of a higher or lower load. Weight display Actual gross weight is continuously displayed based on the load applied. The weight value is displayed in the entire weighing range in display steps of the same di- vision.
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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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 VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Removing components WARNING For fast and easy installation, the remnant holder is fixed to the guiding shaft by means of a magnet lock. If the distance to the magnet is lower than 50 mm, pacemakers can be affected.
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance Product fixation device VS12, VS12W (option) Pull the product holder fixation as far as it will go towards the operator and pull off the guide shaft, moving it to the right. Fig. 36: Product fixation device...
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Load plate VS12W Pull weighing platform towards operator until guide bolts are loose and remove upwards. Fig. 39: Load plate VS12W Bias cut plate VS12, VS12W (option) Lever up bias cut plate upwards.
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance Blade cover Hold blade cover on handle with your right hand. Using your left hand loosen the fixing bolt by means of three-square knob and push the blade cover out of centering.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Cleaning CAUTION Splash water! If water gets into the machine it can damage electric components. – Do not clean machine with a steam jet or similar device! – Use only a moist, not wet, cleaning cloth.
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance Thread a moist disposable cleaning cloth into the front between blade and guard ring. Use your hands to turn the blade and the disposable cleaning cloth; while you are doing so, press the cloth lightly against the inside of the guard ring.
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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Wipe carriage. Leave surfaces dry in the air. Fig. 48: Carriage 6.080.98.5.10.13 en 8 - 8...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance 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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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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-...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance 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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Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Carriage Tilt the carriage in the direction of the ar- row. Using the handle screw into place on the carriage foot. Fig. 51: Tilting carriage Product fixation device VS12, VS12W (option) On the operator side, place product...
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Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance Product feed carriage VS12F Fix product feeding carriage in line with guide shaft of product holder. Fig. 53: Product feed carriage VS12F Remnant holder plate VS12, VS12F, VS12W Attach remnant holder plate to product holder by taking the fixation into ac- count.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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.
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Maintenance 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.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W 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". Switch machine off, wait until blade stops rotating.
Maintenance Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Preparing the machine for operation. See chapter 8.5. 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.
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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. 6.080.98.5.10.13 en 8 - 19...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Technical data Technical data Dimensions VS12 Fig. 63: VS12, example The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Outer dimensions: = 625 mm = 24.6" Length = 570 mm = 22.4"...
Technical data Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Slice thickness setting = 0.5 to 24 mm = 0.02" to 0.95", stepless Types of current, voltag- = see rating plate es, power consumptions Dimensions VS12F Fig. 64: VS12F, example The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Outer dimensions: = 706 mm = 27.8"...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Technical data Slice thickness setting = 0.5 to 24 mm = 0.02" to 0.95", stepless Types of current, voltag- = see rating plate es, power consumptions Dimensions VS12F37 Fig. 65: VS12F37, example The machine is available in different versions. The figure shows an example: Outer dimensions: = 756 mm = 29.8"...
Operating instructions VS12 /C /F /F-P /W Appendix Appendix Declaration of conformity Declaration of conformity for plastic materials with direct food contact 6.080.98.5.10.13 en...
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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 coordi- nated with Bizerba or not carried out by Bizerba, this declaration looses its validity. Date: 8/3/2016 Signature of manufacturer: p.p.
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EN 61000-6-4:2007 + A1:2011 Responsible for technical documentation: Bizerba GmbH Co. KG, Balingen The basis for the declaration of conformity is the contract documents (Bizerba purchase order documents). In the event of a modification to a machine of the above description that is not coordinated with Bizerba or not carried out by Bizerba, this declaration looses its validity.
Functional barriers made of plastic are not used in the specified machine. Information on suppliers or preliminary suppliers can be provided on request. Date: 22 Jul 2013 Signature of manufacturer: i. V. Title of signatory: Ralf Steinhilber Director Food Processing Technology (FPT) Bizerba GmbH & Co. KG 6.080.98.5.10.12 en...
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