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Operating Instructions & Parts List for the
Manual# 107013
Issued: January 1, 2018
TMC# 808
For Assistance:
e-mail: quantum@bettcher.com
BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC.
6801 State Route 60
Birmingham, OH 44889
U.S.A.
Phone: 440/965-4422
Phone: 800/321-8763
Fax: (440) 328-4535
www.bettcher.com/quantumflex

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  • Page 1 Operating Instructions & Parts List for the Manual# 107013 Issued: January 1, 2018 TMC# 808 For Assistance: e-mail: quantum@bettcher.com BETTCHER INDUSTRIES INC. 6801 State Route 60 Birmingham, OH 44889 U.S.A. Phone: 440/965-4422 Phone: 800/321-8763 Fax: (440) 328-4535 www.bettcher.com/quantumflex...
  • Page 2: Manual

    No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or any means, electronic or mechanical, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Bettcher Industries Inc. Written permission to reproduce in whole or part is herewith granted to the legal owners of the ™...
  • Page 3 Table of Contents Section 1 ....Safety Section 2 ....Designated Use Section 3 ....Installation Section 4 ....Instructions for Operation Section 5 ....Maintenance Section 6 ....Cleaning Section 7 ....Service Parts Section 8 ....Contact and Document Information...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Safety Section 1 Safety CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION Signal Words & Signal Word Panels ..................1-2 Safety Symbols ........................1-3 Safety Recommendations and Warnings ................1-4 Safety Features ........................1-6 Ergonomic Features ........................1-6 Noise and Vibration Levels ......................1-6 The information provided in these operating instructions is important to WARNING your health, comfort and safety.
  • Page 6: Signal Words & Signal Word Panels

    Safety SIGNAL WORDS & SIGNAL WORD PANELS Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, will result in death or DANGER serious injury. (The signal word Danger is in white letters on a safety red background) Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result in death WARNING or serious injury.
  • Page 7: Safety Symbols

    Safety SAFETY SYMBOLS The safety alert symbol indicates a potential personal injury hazard. It is not used for messages related to property damage. The safety alert symbol may be used alone or in conjunction with a signal word in a signal word panel Danger of electrical shock Blade hazard, keep hands clear...
  • Page 8: Safety Recommendations And Warnings

    Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use only replacement parts manufactured by Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use of substitute parts will void the warranty and may cause injury to operators and damage to equipment.
  • Page 9 Safety SAFETY RECOMMENDATIONS AND WARNINGS (CONTINUED) If at any time this machine does not appear to operate normally or WARNING exhibits a marked change in performance, it should be immediately shut down, unplugged, and tagged as “UNSAFE” until such time as proper repairs are made and the machine again operates normally.
  • Page 10: Safety Features

    Safety SAFETY FEATURES ™ All Quantum Flex tools have been designed for use with an optional disconnect which will stop blade rotation when the trigger/lever is released. This trigger/lever has been designed in such a way that minimal grip force is required for operation, using three fingers. ERGONOMIC FEATURES Small, Medium, and Large Handle sizes are available to help improve the operator's grip and comfort.
  • Page 11 Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use only replacement parts manufactured by Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use of substitute parts will void the warranty and may cause injury to operators and damage to equipment.
  • Page 12: Designated Use

    Designated Use DESIGNATED USE ® The Quantum Flex™ Trimmers are specifically designed for use with the Whizard Quantum Drive ® ® Unit, Whizard Ultra Drive Unit and the Whizard UN-84 Drive Unit. They are used for removal of fat and tissue, the recovery of lean meat from fat and as a universal cutting tool in the meat industry. ™...
  • Page 13: Recommended Operation

    Designated Use RECOMMENDED OPERATION ™ Quantum Flex Trimmers are made for several recommended operations. Ensure that you are using the correct tool for your specific application. The following recommendation list is not intended to be a total and comprehensive listing, but is offered as a guide. Additional applications are possible. Model X750 FOAM INDUSTRY PORK KILL...
  • Page 14 Designated Use RECOMMENDED OPERATION (CONTINUED) Model X880-S / X1880 with adjustable depth gauge TOP ROUNDS / BOTTOM HOG KILL / HOT CUT / HAM ROUNDS / BRISKETS / TURKEY PROCESSING CUBE STEAK MATERIAL Remove skin or hair patches Removing membranes and light Defatting turkey thighs fat covering Trimming pork loins and...
  • Page 15 Designated Use RECOMMENDED OPERATION (CONTINUED) Model X1400 with adjustable depth gauge PORK PROCESSING BEEF PROCESSING Defatting: Carcass hair & dirt removal - Whole hams Defatting: - Shoulders - New York strips & sirloin butts - Canadian Backs - Rounds and ribeyes Removing beater marks Scraping leaf lard Model X1500 with adjustable depth gauge...
  • Page 16: Function

    Designated Use FUNCTION ™ Quantum Flex Trimmers are durable and efficient, promoting higher yields for meat and ™ poultry trimming. Quantum Flex Trimmers are superbly designed for ease of handling while reducing operator fatigue. A vertically hung motor drives a flexible shaft. The flexible shaft drives a rotating blade in the handpiece via a gear and pinion.
  • Page 17 Unpacking and Installation Section 3 Unpacking and Installation CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION Contents ..........................3-2 Work Station ..........................3-3 Optional Thumb Support and Handle Adjustment ..............3-4 ® Optional Whizard Micro-Break Hand Strap and Adjustment ..........3-7 Optional Disc Gauge or Depth Gauge Installation ..............3-8 Optional Post Handle Kit ......................3-9 ™...
  • Page 18: Contents

    CONTENTS ™ The following parts are included with each Quantum Flex Trimmer. Please check when unpacking and advise your local Bettcher Industries representative if the delivery is incomplete. Models X750, X850, X880, X1850, X1880, X1000, X1300, X1400 and X1500 PART...
  • Page 19: Work Station

    Unpacking and Installation WORK STATION Correct installation is extremely important to achieve maximum efficiency ™ for both the Quantum Flex Trimmer unit being used and the operator. Incorrect installation may possibly hamper the operator's movements and cause undue wear or damage to the driveline and parts of the unit. The work station for each operator should be designed so that the operator's movements in ™...
  • Page 20: Optional Thumb Support And Handle Adjustment

    Unpacking and Installation OPTIONAL THUMB SUPPORT AND HANDLE ADJUSTMENT ™ Your Quantum Flex Trimmer has been supplied with a spacer ring or optional thumb support. If using the optional thumb support, the operator's thumb should be fully supported and rest comfortably in the support.
  • Page 21 Unpacking and Installation OPTIONAL THUMB SUPPORT AND HANDLE ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED) ™ The Quantum Flex Trimmers have been designed to allow the head of the tool and the thumb support to be rotated relative to the handle. In this way, the tool can be adjusted to position the blade properly to the product while the handle can be set to allow the operator to have a comfortable position for the wrist.
  • Page 22 Unpacking and Installation OPTIONAL THUMB SUPPORT AND HANDLE ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED) NOTE: It may be necessary to rotate the grease cup to a new position to adjust the thumb support to the desired position. • Rotate the handle to a new position and push it forward to engage the frame splines. NOTE: The handle can be adjusted to suit the operator and the work station by pulling the handle back away from the frame and re-locating it on another set of notches on the frame tube.
  • Page 23: Optional Whizard ® Micro-Break Hand Strap And Adjustment

    Unpacking and Installation ® OPTIONAL WHIZARD MICRO-BREAK HAND STRAP AND ADJUSTMENT ® The Whizard Micro-Break Hand Strap has been designed to allow the user to relax the *5200(7 fingers of the hand between work cycles while maintaining control of the trimmer, which can be beneficial and may reduce risks associated with stress.
  • Page 24: Optional Disc Gauge Or Depth Gauge Installation

    Unpacking and Installation OPTIONAL DISC GAUGE OR DEPTH GAUGE INSTALLATION Optional Disc Gauges for Models X850, X1850, X1000 ADJUSTMENT KNOB and X1300 Optional adjustable disc gauges are available for the X1000 and X1300 trimmers. Refer to Section 7, Service Parts to order. •...
  • Page 25: Optional Post Handle Kit

    Unpacking and Installation OPTIONAL POST HANDLE KIT To reduce the possibility of cumulative trauma to the wrist caused by the excessive bending (Ulnar Deviation) necessary to perform certain trimming or defatting operations, a post handle ™ option is available for all Quantum Flex Trimmers.
  • Page 26: The Disconnect Casing

    Unpacking and Installation ™ ATTACHING QUANTUM FLEX TRIMMER TO THE WHIZARD ® ® QUANTUM DRIVELINE OR WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY The Disconnect Casing • Hold the trimmer in the hand you will use in operation, and with the other hand, grasp the ®...
  • Page 27: Non-Disconnect Models

    Unpacking and Installation ™ ATTACHING QUANTUM FLEX TRIMMER TO THE WHIZARD ® ® QUANTUM DRIVELINE OR WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Non-Disconnect Models • ™ Hold Quantum Flex Trimmer in the hand you will use in operation. • ® ®...
  • Page 28: Drive Unit

    Unpacking and Installation ® ATTACHING WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVELINE TO THE WHIZARD ® QUANTUM DRIVE UNIT ® Install Whizard Quantum Driveline to Disconnect Body Insert proper end of the driveline into disconnect body. The driveline will latch in place when fully CASING RETAINER DISCONNECT BODY LATCH...
  • Page 29: Preparation For Operation

    Unpacking and Installation PREPARATION FOR OPERATION Sharp blades may cause cut injury! WARNING For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. Metal mesh gloves are recommended for the free hand. ALWAYS check to ensure that the blade is free to rotate in the machine prior to starting.
  • Page 30 Unpacking and Installation THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 3-14 Unpacking and Installation Manual No. 107013 ™ Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 31 Instructions for Operation Section 4 Instructions for Operation CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION Operating Instructions ......................... 2 Optional Disc Gauges for Models X850, X1850, X1000 and X1300........... 3 Adjustable Depth Gauge for Models X880 (S&B), X1880, X1400 and X1500 Only....3 Steeling the Blade ........................
  • Page 32: Operating Instructions

    Instructions for Operation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS ™ Always hold the handpiece of the Quantum Flex Trimmer with your thumb extended. Let the handpiece rest naturally in the palm of the hand in a relaxed manner. Each person should be allowed to hold the handpiece in a position that is most comfortable to them. The most-used motion is a long sweeping or gliding stroke across the trimming surface.
  • Page 33: Optional Disc Gauges For Models X850, X1850, X1000 And X1300

    Instructions for Operation OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS (CONTINUED) Optional Disc Gauges for Models X850, X1850, X1000 and ADJUSTMENT KNOB X1300 Optional adjustable disc gauges are available for the X1000 and X1300 trimmers. Refer to Section 7, Service Parts to order. To adjust depth: •...
  • Page 34: Steeling The Blade

    Instructions for Operation STEELING THE BLADE Use the Whizard Special Steel anytime you feel the edge of the blade needs to be raised for better cutting action. Steeling For Model X850, X880, X1850, X1880, X1000, X1300, X1400 and X1500 ® Use the Whizard Special Steel against the flat ground surface on the outside surface of the blade.
  • Page 35 Whizard Edge Master Steels. For more information contact your Sales Representative at Bettcher Industries. Refer to Section 7, Blade Sharpening and Steeling Equipment. Replace or sharpen the blade if this procedure does not improve the cutting action. Blade running ®...
  • Page 36: Blade Changing - Large Tools

    Instructions for Operation BLADE CHANGING - LARGE TOOLS Sharp blades may cause cut injury! WARNING For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. Metal mesh gloves are recommended for the free hand. Keep hands away from moving blade.
  • Page 37 Instructions for Operation BLADE CHANGING - LARGE TOOLS (CONTINUED) Blade Installation - Large Tools (Models X750, X850, X1000, X1300, X1400, X1500, X1850, X1880) Turn the tool over so the blade side is up. Spread open the blade housing with a screwdriver. NOTE: A slight tension on the left cover screw will allow the blade housing to stay open on its own.
  • Page 38 Instructions for Operation BLADE CHANGING - LARGE TOOLS (CONTINUED) Blade is too loose • If the blade is too loose in the housing, adjustments can be made by slightly loosening the left cover retaining screw and squeezing the housing lightly. Check the housing for proper running clearance and retighten the left cover screw to 35 in-lb.
  • Page 39 Maintenance Section 5 Maintenance CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION ® ® Removing Whizard Quantum Driveline from the Whizard Quantum Drive Unit ...... 2 ® ® ® Removing Whizard Flexshaft and Casing Assembly from the Whizard UN-84 OR Whizard Ultra Drive Unit ............................ 2 ™...
  • Page 40: Removing Whizard ® Flexshaft And Casing Assembly From The Whizard

    Maintenance ® REMOVING WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVELINE FROM THE ® WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVE UNIT ® Remove Whizard Quantum Driveline from Disconnect Body Hold driveline assembly around the top exposed portion, just below the disconnect CASING RETAINER DISCONNECT BODY LATCH body. Push casing retainer latch inward and pull driveline down and out of disconnect body.
  • Page 41: Removing Quantum Flex Trimmer From The Whizard Quantum Driveline Or Whizard Flexshaft And Casing Assembly

    Maintenance ™ REMOVING QUANTUM FLEX TRIMMER FROM THE WHIZARD ® ® QUANTUM DRIVELINE OR WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY Non-Disconnect Models • ™ Hold Quantum Flex Trimmer in the hand you will use in operation. • With opposite hand, press the latch button in the handle retaining knob.
  • Page 42: Disassembly Of Handpiece

    Maintenance DISASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE Sharp blades may cause cut injury! WARNING For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. Metal mesh gloves are recommended for the free hand. Keep hands away from moving blade.
  • Page 43 Maintenance DISASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) ® Remove the Optional Whizard *5200(7 Micro-Break Hand Straps • Remove the grease cup and retaining knob to remove primary and secondary hand straps. 6(&21'$5< 675$3 35,0$5< 675$3 675$3 5,1* Manual No. 107013 Maintenance ™ January 1, 2018 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex Trimmer...
  • Page 44 Maintenance DISASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Remove the Handle Retaining Knob • Turn retaining knob counterclockwise. +$1'/( 5(7$,1,1* .12% Remove the Handle from the Tool • +$1'/( Pull the handle off the tube. • Remove the handle spacer ring or optional thumb support.
  • Page 45 Maintenance DISASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONINTUED) Remove the Blade Housing and Cover Plate (Large Tools Only) • Loosen cover retaining screws until the cover is free. &29(5 5(7$,1,1* 6&5(:6  )5$0( NOTE: The screws will stay in the frame. • Remove the blade housing. •...
  • Page 46 Maintenance DISASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Remove the Bearing from the Frame • The bearing is pulled out from the front of the tool. • Use a screwdriver to reach into the bearing and catch the bearing grease groove. • While pulling upward, try to rotate the bearing back and forth.
  • Page 47: Daily Inspections & Maintenance

    Maintenance DAILY INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE WARNING Inspection of all parts for excessive wear is critical to ensure proper and safe operation. Vibration or lock-up may occur as a result of the use of excessively worn parts. Sharp blades may cause cut injury! Always disconnect power and remove the tool from the driveline or flexshaft and casing assembly prior to servicing.
  • Page 48 Maintenance DAILY INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Blade Housing Wear • Inspect the inner diameter of the housing for wear. • When holding the housing with a new blade installed, if the split in the housing touches the other side, and the blade is still loose, the housing needs to be replaced. If a gap is seen, the housing is acceptable.
  • Page 49 Maintenance DAILY INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) Cover Plate • Look for signs of corrosion or wear on the cover. • Pay special attention to the area covering the gear teeth. • If the edge of the cover is worn, exposing the pinion and blade teeth, the cover should be replaced.
  • Page 50 Maintenance DAILY INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) ® Whizard Quantum Driveline Inspection • ® The Whizard Quantum Driveline includes a casing and flexible shaft that is factory FLEXSHAFT DRIVER lubricated and does not require ongoing maintenance lubrication. • NOTE: The flexible shaft is not removable from the casing.
  • Page 51 Maintenance DAILY INSPECTIONS & MAINTENANCE (CONTINUED) ® Whizard Quantum Driveline Replacement • When the driveline needs to be replaced, the driver assembly may be retained and reused. • Hold the driveline (#1) in a vise. • Unscrew the driver assembly (#4) by turning counterclockwise using the wrench flats on the drive end assembly.
  • Page 52: Driver Assembly Inspection And Replacement

    Maintenance DRIVER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT ® Whizard Quantum Driver Assembly Inspection • Make certain the driver shaft and tip rotate freely and also that they can slide back and forth freely. • Check for wear on the bearing at the end of the tube assembly. If the bearing flange is excessively worn, replace the tube assembly.
  • Page 53 Maintenance DRIVER ASSEMBLY INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT (CONTINUED) ® Assembly of the Whizard Quantum Driver Assembly Do not overtighten the driver tip. Doing so could break the driver shaft. • Apply Max-Z-lube to the 2 bearing areas of the driver shaft. •...
  • Page 54 Maintenance ® DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE - WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY • Inspect the casing for any cracks, tears, or other wear. If any damage is found, replace the casing. • Remove the flexshaft from the casing and check for any flexshaft damage, such as broken wires or kinking.
  • Page 55 Maintenance ® MAINTENANCE - WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY Casing Replacement • When the casing needs to be replaced, the drive end assembly may be retained and reused. • Hold the casing (#1) in a vise. • Unscrew the drive end assembly (#4) by turning counterclockwise using the wrench flats on the drive end assembly.
  • Page 56 Maintenance DAILY INSPECTION AND MAINTENANCE - WHIZARD ® FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Reassemble the Drive End Assembly to a New Casing • If using the casing disconnect, place the disconnect lever (#6) onto the lever mounting collar (#5). • Slip the casing latch collar (#2) or lever mounting collar (#5) with disconnect lever (#6) onto the new casing.
  • Page 57 Maintenance MAINTENANCE - WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ® ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Inspection of the Driver Assembly • Wipe off excess grease. • Inspect the split bearing (#5) for wear or damage. Replace if required. • Slide the knurled cap (#6) forward against the driver (#7).
  • Page 58 Maintenance MAINTENANCE - WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ® ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Replacement of Split Bearing (#3) • Remove the driver assembly. Refer to Section 5, Removal of the driver assembly • Insert a small screwdriver into the split in the bearing. •...
  • Page 59: Blade Sharpening

    Maintenance BLADE SHARPENING Sharp blades may cause cut injury! WARNING For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. After sharpening, all abrasive dust must be completely removed from the handpiece.
  • Page 60: Assembly Of Handpiece

    Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE Sharp blades may cause cut injury! WARNING For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. Metal mesh gloves are recommended for the free hand. Keep hands away from moving blade.
  • Page 61 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Pinion Installation • The pinion should fit freely into the bearing. Blade Housing and Cover Plate Installation - Large Tools Models X750, X850, X1000, X1300, X1400, X1500, X1850, X1880 • Set the blade housing on the frame and put the cover plate on. •...
  • Page 62 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Grease Cup and Ring • ™ Pick up the Quantum Flex Trimmer. GREASE CUP • Pick up the grease cup and ring. Apply a small ® amount of Whizard Quantum High Performance Grease to the frame o-rings. GREASE RING •...
  • Page 63 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Thumb Support Angle Adjustment • Lift up on the front of the thumb support until the lug comes out of the notch underneath the thumb support. • Rotate the thumb rest to a new position. •...
  • Page 64 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Handle • While holding the trimmer, pick up a handle. +$1'/( • Firmly push the handle towards the bottom of the spacer ring or optional thumb support. Align the handle spline with the splines on the front of the tube. •...
  • Page 65 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Blade Installation - Large Tools Models X750, X850, X1000, X1300, X1400, X1500, X1850, X1880 WARNING Sharp blades may cause cut injury! For proper protection of hands, a protective glove should be used when operating this equipment and during the handling of blades. Metal mesh gloves are recommended for the free hand.
  • Page 66 Maintenance ASSEMBLY OF HANDPIECE (CONTINUED) Blade Installation (Continued) • Adjust the housing for proper running clearance. The blade should turn freely with a slight side-to-side motion. This leaves room for the grease WARNING! Make certain that the blade is free to rotate in the housing. If the blade does not turn freely, it may cause the tool to rotate in the hand.
  • Page 67: Optional Disc Gauge Or Depth Gauge Installation And Adjustment

    Maintenance OPTIONAL DISC GAUGE OR DEPTH GAUGE INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT Optional Disc Gauges for Models X850, X1850, X1000 and ADJUSTMENT KNOB X1300 Optional adjustable disc gauges are available for the X850, X1850, X1000 and X1300 trimmers. Refer to Section 7, Service Parts to order.
  • Page 68 Maintenance OPTIONAL DISC GAUGE OR DEPTH GAUGE INSTALLATION AND ADJUSTMENT (CONTINUED) Adjustable Depth Gauge for Models X880 (B&S), X1880, X1400 and X1500 Only These tools come equipped with an adjustable depth gauge for setting a controlled product trim thickness. The depth gauge can be adjusted for cuts up to ¼”...
  • Page 69: Optional Whizard ® Micro-Break Hand Strap And Adjustment

    Maintenance ® OPTIONAL WHIZARD MICRO-BREAK HAND STRAP AND ADJUSTMENT ® The Whizard Micro-Break Hand Strap has *5200(7 been designed to allow the user to relax the fingers of the hand between work cycles while maintaining control of the trimmer, which can be beneficial and may reduce risks associated 6(&21'$5<...
  • Page 70: Optional Post Handle Kit And Adjustment

    Maintenance OPTIONAL POST HANDLE KIT AND ADJUSTMENT To reduce the possibility of cumulative trauma to the wrist caused by the excessive bending (Ulnar Deviation) necessary to perform certain trimming or defatting operations, a post handle ™ option is available for all Quantum Flex Trimmers.
  • Page 71: Fault Detection And Correction

    Maintenance FAULT DETECTION AND CORRECTION PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Inside bore of handpiece Replace frame. frame worn out. Worn handpiece bearing. Replace. Worn pinion gear. Replace. Worn teeth on blade or Replace. pinion gear. Adjust blade housing. If still too Handpiece Vibration Blade too loose in blade loose, try a new blade in the...
  • Page 72 Maintenance FAULT DETECTION AND CORRECTION (CONTINUED) PROBLEM PROBABLE CAUSE REMEDY Sharpening can best be accom- Improperly sharpened ® plished by use of a Whizard blades will cause loss of Model 210 Universal Blade production, increase ® Sharpener, or Bettcher wear of parts, and opera- Dull Blade AutoEdge.
  • Page 73 The recommended cleaning solution for the Quantum Flex Trimmer is eXtra© Heavy Duty Cleaner. eXtra© Heavy Duty Cleaner, (PN: 184332), is a concentrated cleaner and degreaser for food processing equipment. Contact Bettcher Industries, Inc. for details. Manual No. 107013 Cleaning ™...
  • Page 74 Cleaning CLEANING SOLUTIONS Avoid the use of aggressive cleaning products as they will damage the aluminum handle assembly. Do not use hydrocarbon solvents on the driveline or casing. This will cause driveline or casing to shrink in length and become brittle. CLEANING PRIOR TO ASSEMBLY Prior to assembly, be sure all parts are clean and have been inspected for wear.
  • Page 75 Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use only replacement parts manufactured by Bettcher Industries, Inc. Use of substitute parts will void the warranty and may cause injury to operators and damage to equipment.
  • Page 76 Service Parts Section 7 Service Parts CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION (CONTINUED) ™ Quantum Flex X1500 Assembly ..................7-30 ® Whizard Quantum Driveline Assembly ................7-32 ® Whizard Flexshaft and Casing Assembly ................7-34 Optional Post Handle ......................7-36 Cleaning Solution ........................7-38 Cleaning Equipment ......................7-38 Optional Blades ........................7-39 Blade Sharpening and Steeling Equipment ................7-40 Covers and Depth Gauges ....................7-41...
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  • Page 78: Quantum Flex X750 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X750 ASSEMBLY Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 79 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X750 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Bulb and Washer 173208 Retainer Ring Only 101577 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 80: Quantum Flex X850 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X850 ASSEMBLY Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 81 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X850 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 82 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X850 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 83 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X850 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Spacer Ring (Small Handle) 101030 Handle Spacer Ring (Medium and Large Handles) 101130 Thumb Support Assembly 101021 Disc gauge Kit (Optional) X850-S (Skinner) 183801 Parts for Disc Gauge Knob 183791 Frame Assembly...
  • Page 84: Quantum Flex X880-B Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X880-B ASSEMBLY 7-10 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 85 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X880-B ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 86: Quantum Flex X880-S Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X880-S ASSEMBLY 7-12 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 87 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X880-S ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 88: Quantum Flex X1850 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1850 ASSEMBLY 7-14 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 89 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX 1850 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 90 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1850 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) 7-16 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 91 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1850 (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Spacer Ring (Small Handle) 101030 Handle Spacer Ring (Medium and Large Handles) 101130 Thumb Support Assembly 101021 Disc gauge Kit (Optional) X1850-K 184479 Parts for Disc Gauge Knob 183791 Frame Assembly 183798...
  • Page 92: Quantum Flex X1880 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1880 ASSEMBLY 7-18 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 93 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1880 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105456 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 94: Quantum Flex X1000 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1000 ASSEMBLY 7-20 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 95 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1000 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105514 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 96 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1000 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) 7-22 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 97 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1000 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Spacer Ring (Small Handle) 101030 Handle Spacer Ring (Medium and Large Handles) 101130 Thumb Support Assembly 101021 Disc gauge Kit (Optional) X1000-S (Skinner) 183792 X1000-F (Fat) 183793 X1000-N (Special) 184365 Parts for Disc Gauge...
  • Page 98: Quantum Flex X1300 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1300 ASSEMBLY 7-24 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 99 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1300 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105514 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 100 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1300 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) 7-26 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 101 Service Parts QUANTUM FLEX X1300 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ™ ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Spacer Ring (Small Handle) 101030 Handle Spacer Ring (Medium and Large Handles) 101130 Thumb Support Assembly 101021 Disc gauge Kit (Optional) X1300-S (Skinner) 183794 X1300-F (Fat) 183795 X1300-K (Kebab) 184993 Parts for Disc Gauge...
  • Page 102: Quantum Flex X1400 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1400 ASSEMBLY 7-28 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 103 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1400 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105514 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 104: Quantum Flex X1500 Assembly

    Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1500 ASSEMBLY 7-30 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 105 Service Parts ™ QUANTUM FLEX X1500 ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Handle Retaining Knob 100649 ® 103060 Whizard Strap Assembly Grease Cup 100998 Parts for Grease Cup Retainer Ring Only 101577 Bulb and Washer 173208 Base and Fitting 100999 Frame Assembly 105514 Frame o-rings (2 required)
  • Page 106: Whizard Quantum ® Driveline Assembly

    Service Parts ® WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY ® FOR USE WITH WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVE 7-32 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 107 Service Parts ® WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVELINE ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) ® FOR USE WITH WHIZARD QUANTUM DRIVE ITEM DESCRIPTION WITHOUT DISCONNECT WITH DISCONNECT 48” 60” 84” 48” 60” 84” Driveline Assembly Complete Large 101051 101054 102671 Diameter (Includes 1,2,5,6) Driveline Assembly Complete Large 101055 101056 102672...
  • Page 108: Whizard ® Flexshaft And Casing Assembly

    Service Parts ® WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY FOR USE WITH UN-84 AND ULTRA DRIVE MOTORS 7-34 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 109 Service Parts ® WHIZARD FLEXSHAFT AND CASING ASSEMBLY (CONTINUED) FOR USE WITH UN-84 AND ULTRA DRIVE MOTORS ITEM DESCRIPTION WITHOUT DISCONNECT WITH DISCONNECT 48” 60” 84” 48” 60” 84” Casing Assembly Complete 106949 106950 106955 ------ ------ ------ (Includes 1,2,4,5) Casing Assembly Complete ------ ------...
  • Page 110: Optional Post Handle

    Service Parts OPTIONAL POST HANDLE 7-36 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 111 Service Parts OPTIONAL POST HANDLE (CONTINUED) ITEM DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER Post Handle Kit (Includes items 1-8) 101280 Clamp Ring 101131 Post 183622 Hex Washer Head Bolt 183623 Hex flange Nut 183633 Post Handle (Extra Small) 101253 Arm Rest Assembly 183624 Arm Rest Strap Assembly 183630 Knob Assembly...
  • Page 112: Cleaning Solution

    Service Parts ALSO AVAILABLE Cleaning Solution PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 184331 EXTRA© HEAVY DUTY CLEANER (CASE - Four 1 Gallon Jugs) 184332 EXTRA© HEAVY DUTY CLEANER (1 GALLON) Cleaning Equipment PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 184334 Handpiece Cleaning Kit (Contains the following) 184335 Handpiece Cleaning Pick 184336 Stainless Steel Hand Brush...
  • Page 113: Optional Blades

    Service Parts ALSO AVAILABLE (CONTINUED) Lubrication and Lubrication Equipment PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 102609 ® 13.5 oz. Cartridge of Whizard Quantum High Performance Grease 103271 ® 30 pack - 13.5 oz. Cartridge of Whizard Quantum High Performance Grease 184282 4 oz. tube of Max-Z- Lube Grease 102612 ®...
  • Page 114: Blade Sharpening And Steeling Equipment

    Service Parts ALSO AVAILABLE (CONTINUED) Blade Sharpening and Steeling Equipment PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 100660 Special Stone (Large) 100642 Special Steel (Large) 100650 Ceramic Sharpener 102976 ® ™ 750 Whizard EdgeMaster 163071 ® ™ 850/880 Whizard EdgeMaster ® ™ 163069 1000 / 1500 Whizard EdgeMaster 163070 ®...
  • Page 115: Covers And Depth Gauges

    Service Parts ALSO AVAILABLE (CONTINUED) Covers and Depth Gauges PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 173347 Depth Gauge Setting Device Kit X880 S & B 173348 Depth Gauge Setting Device Kit X1400 & X1500 Tools PART DESCRIPTION NUMBER 183900 Torque Wrench Kit 184983 Bearing Removal Tool (Large Tool) Manual No.
  • Page 116 Service Parts THIS PAGE INTENTIONALLY LEFT BLANK 7-42 Service Parts Manual No. 107013 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex™ Trimmer January 1, 2018...
  • Page 117 Contact and Document Information Section 8 Contact and Document Information CONTENTS OF THIS SECTION Contact Address and Phone ....................8-2 Document Identification ......................8-2 Manual No. 107013 Contact and Document Information ™ January 1, 2018 Operating Instructions and Parts List for the Quantum Flex Trimmer...
  • Page 118 Contact and Document Information CONTACT ADDRESS AND PHONE For additional information, technical support and spare parts, contact your Regional Manager, Distributor, or Bettcher Representative: Bettcher Industries, Inc. BETTCHER GmbH P.O. Box 336 Pilatusstrasse 4 Vermilion, Ohio 44089 CH-6036 Dierikon SWITZERLAND...

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